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When studying Torah we must study not only its content, but also its form; not just what the Torah…

Judaism has always placed tremendous emphasis on intellectual achievement and development. …

How can you tell if somebody loves you? We all understand that words alone are hollow, and that it…

The measure of a human being is revealed by the little things. The greater the person, the more one…

Our Sages ordained that we should read parshat VaEtchanan on the Shabbat after Tisha B’Av. As they…

One does not have to look very hard to find sources within our tradition that allow, encourage, or…

Each one of the five books of the Chumash has a unique central theme, be it the choosing of the…

I have long had an interest in Jewish history, finding it inspiring and illuminating to be part of…

When the eighth day of Pesach falls on Shabbat, those of us living outside of Israel lain the…

Portugal is one of the few countries in Europe in which no Jews were deported during World War ll.…

The ancient town of Belmonte is nestled in the mountains of Portugal, with breathtaking views and…

When one thinks of recent world powers, it is unlikely many would think of Portugal. But had we…

I last travelled abroad in February 2020 to visit our daughter studying in Israel. Arriving back in…

Success and great leadership go hand in hand. That is why organizations, sports teams and even…

In a world in which image and marketing play such a crucial role, perception is often more…

Judaism has always understood that miracles have very little long-term impact on one's behaviour.…

The lust for power can destroy a person. It is amazing how people who are otherwise very competent…

Having the right people for the wrong job can lead to tragic consequences. Such was the fate of the…