A Rabbi’s Journey of Repentance and the Healing Power of Forgiveness
A powerful story about the lasting impact of our actions and the journey of seeking forgiveness.
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From Struggle to Strength: How One Boy Changed His Mother's Heart
When one child stood strong for Torah, even his mother’s heart softened—and the whole family was transformed.
Cain and Abel: The First Brothers, the First Sacrifice, and the First Murder
A tragic story of jealousy, belief, and Divine justice that shaped the moral foundation of humanity
The Friday I Chose Silence—and Hashem Sent a Miracle
Sometimes, the greatest breakthroughs come from the quiet victories no one else sees.
A Taste of Shabbat: Food, Spirit, and Preparation with Purpose
Shabbat is a gift for every Jew. Here's how to keep it with warmth and intention, through small, beautiful actions rooted in Jewish tradition.
The Torah’s Rules on Lending with Interest: What Every Jew Should Know
Charging interest might seem normal and even logical, but in Torah law, it's a serious transgression. Learn how to lend the right way
When Do We Recite the Blessing of Shehechiyanu?
A simple guide to one of the most joyful blessings in Jewish life — when and how to say it, and why it matters
Why Do We Wash Hands Before Eating Bread? A Torah Guide to Netilat Yadayim
The how and why of handwashing before meals, from Temple times to the present day — a mitzvah that reminds us that everything we have comes from Hashem
Even a Ray of Candlelight Was Enough for Torah Study
Three inspiring stories of how Torah scholars gave everything to understand the words of Hashem
Who Is Obligated to Learn Torah? A Practical Guide to the Mitzvah of Torah Study
Learning Torah is essential in order to fulfill the mitzvot, so everyone is obligated — men, women, and children. And all receive eternal reward
Kaddish and the Soul: Honoring Parents the Torah Way
Saying Kaddish is more than tradition; it's a mitzvah that benefits a parent's soul and enables us to honor them even years after their passing
Charity in Torah: More Than Kindness, It's a Spiritual Obligation
Who should give? How much? To whom? Explore the Torah's laws of tzedakah (charity) and learn why it's one of the most powerful mitzvot we have
Sanctifying the Body: Torah Laws for Attending to Bodily Needs
Learn how the Torah integrates even the most basic physical processes of our bodies and elevates them to enhance our spiritual lives
Theft in Jewish Law: Why the Zero-Tolerance Approach?
In a world that excuses "small" infractions, Torah law sets a higher bar, not out of strictness but in order to build a world of trust and integrity
The Priestly Garments: 10 Interesting Facts
Sacred threads and hidden meaning: unraveling the significance of the Kohen's priestly garments
What Happens in Heaven When the Mourner's Kaddish Is Recited?
A few incredible points to ponder about this potent and meaningful prayer
The Rabbi Was Sent Far Away—But Not by Accident
A powerful true story about how Hashem planned every step to protect one Jewish soul from a forbidden path
The Promise That Saved His Life
In the middle of war, one Jewish soldier made a promise that would later save his life in a miraculous way.
The Home That Was Built with Tears and Faith
A young wife's silent prayers transform her husband's path—from tractor driver to Torah scholar, one day at a time.
Extraordinary Lifespans
From 930-year lives to the mysteries of ancient righteousness, the Torah's early generations reveal spiritual depth and dramatic change
