Dvar Torah
The Value of Learning
There is no way to feel our way through any mitzvah, even given the best intentions. Performing a mitzvah out of knowledge is transformative, changing it from something instinctual, emotional, or perfunctory into an intelligent and meaningful act.
Shavuot: The Holiday of עול מלכות שמים
[maxmegamenu location=primary-menu] This Dvar Torah is dedicated to the memory of my teacher, mentor and friend, Rabbi Morton Moskowitz, z’l who passed away this past Sunday. He dedicated his life to knowing and living the truth. With the conclusion of Shabbat...
The Heritage of the Congregation of Jacob
Posnack School will soon mark the end of another successful school year. We’ll not only celebrate academic achievement but character and commitment to community too.
The Ultimate Life, Not Just for Jews
Each “mishmar” then was on duty at the Holy Temple two weeks a year. What did the kohanim do when not duty at the Holy Temple and back home?
Our Uniqueness is the Key
This week’s Torah portion talks about converts. Given Jews’ history of persecution, why would anyone of their own free will want to convert to Judaism?