Why Does the Torah Conceal the Reward for the Mitzvot?
The Torah promises us a reward of "long life" for two different mitzvot, one extremely easy, the other extremely hard. Why? To teach us that the bigger picture is only visible to God
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Gratitude: Why It's Hard, Why It's Important, and How to Cultivate It
When we feel entitled to the blessings in our lives, when we feel that 'my hard work got me where I am,' we end up ungrateful not only to other people but also to God
The Secret of Jewish Continuity: How Parents Keep Sinai Alive
Three thousand years after the Torah was given on Mount Sinai, we are still observing its commandments the same way; meanwhile, other cultures and peoples have come and gone and left nary a trace behind
Prayer at the Burial Sites of the Righteous: A Guide to Kivrei Tzaddikim
Why do Jews pray at the gravesites of their great ancestors? What form do such prayers take? Who are the prayers directed to?
Before the Funeral: Jewish Laws that Honor the Dead
Close relatives of a deceased person are expected set everything aside in order to attend to the burial preparations and honor the dead
Mourning Laws Around the Festivals: A Beginner’s Guide
No mourning is permitted on festivals, so what happens if a close relative passes away before one of the Yomim Tovim?
When Is Shivah Not Shivah? How Mourning Transforms into Rejoicing
When Yom Tov arrives, mourning does not just pause, it ceases
The Mitzvah That Overrides Mourning: Bringing Children into the World
Why building a Jewish home takes precedence, even in the shadow of loss
Eggs, Bread, and Comfort: The First Meal of Mourning in Jewish Law
The halachic rules and symbolism of the se’udat havra’ah. Why must the community provide the first meal to mourners after the burial of their loved one?
Honoring the Dead: The Jewish Laws of Burial
Even the greatest sinners are treated with respect after death, as man was created in the Divine image
Jewish Funeral Practices: Torah Guidelines for Honoring the Deceased
A comprehensive halachic guide to Jewish funeral traditions, including honoring parents, reciting Psalms, giving charity, and the mitzvah of chesed shel emet.
From Gorillas to 100-Year-Olds: Amazing World Facts
Did you know bees sting each other, and some cities have hundreds of 100-year-olds? These surprising facts might make you smile
The Surprising Link Between Wealth and Selfishness
Discover how income levels influence happiness and emotional satisfaction.
One Step Closer to Hashem, One Miracle After Another
She took on modesty before Chanukah—and watched miracle after miracle unfold, year after year
The Doctors Pushed for Abortion—But a Dream Changed Everything
Frightening test results, painful decisions, and one powerful dream that gave us hope when we needed it most.
The Driver Didn’t See Me—But Hashem Was Watching
The accident could have changed my life forever. Instead, it became a moment of faith and deep gratitude.
From Dolphins to Bunkers: Things You Didn’t Know
Learn about dolphins, dried fruit, cats in history, and other unexpected facts from around the world
Crocodiles, Cookies, and Other Wild Facts
Cookies, zebras, and giant stars? These 7 surprising facts might just make your day
Winter Is Here: Halachic Questions for the Cold Season
Your guide to common winter halachot: prayer in the rain, umbrellas on Shabbat, and the deeper meaning of rainfall
From Penguins to Prizes: Things You Might Not Know
From giant penguins to Jewish Nobel winners, here are 7 fun and surprising facts to make you smile and think
