Why We Didn’t Win the Lottery

Rabbi Benjamin Blech

Judaism and Tattoos

Even though you can get buried in a Jewish cemetery if you have one, there are a number of compelling reasons why the Torah prohibits tattoos.

 

What Does It Mean to be a Chosen People?

Unpacking the controversial description of the Jewish people.

The Psychopath Inside: Yom Kippur, Free Will & Determinism

How a happily married family man and accomplished scientist could demonstrate the same anatomical markings of serial killers.

 

Investing Time: Ten Life-Changing Principles

Judaism is the satellite navigation system of the soul, and Rosh Hashanah is the day we stop and see whether we need to change direction.

Why are Palestinian Refugees Different from all Other Refugees?

The unique status afforded to Palestinians is the single biggest stumbling block to achieving peace.

Stop Apologizing for Jewish Values

Sorry, we’re not sorry.

 

The Remarkable Jewish Impact on the World's Values

Where do the values that Western civilization takes for granted come from? Not from Greece and Rome.

 

Why Do We Bless God?

Exploring the Jewish meaning of blessings.

 

Palestinian Jihad: Interviews with Failed Suicide Bombers

A must-see but hard to watch video. Viewer discretion is advised.

 

Why Doesn’t the Torah Mention the Afterlife?

Belief in the Next World is a foundation of Judaism. Why doesn’t the written Torah talk about it?

Life is Sacred: Euthanasia and Judaism

The Torah does not regard personal autonomy as unlimited. We are not free to do with our bodies whatever we see fit.

 

God and the World Cup

Is there anything spiritual about the World Cup?

 

Judaism & Jealousy

Why is jealousy one of the Ten Commandments?

 

Rabbi Dr. Abraham Twerski on Purpose

The necessity to search for meaning in life.

 

Are Religion and Science Destined to be in Conflict?

Each one is important, and when we understand the relationship between them, we will be able to appreciate how they can form a great partnership.

Of Angels, Cheeseburgers & Cheesecake

An in-depth, philosophical look into the custom of eating dairy on Shavuot.

Rabbi Benjamin Blech

Jewish Heroes and Shavuot

The power of Torah is the influence of the giants of our past to shape the dreams and the aspirations of our future.

 

Why the Afterlife Isn’t Mentioned in the Torah

Three classic explanations.

 

Is Judaism Concerned with Conservation?

Does it really matter when a species goes extinct?

 

Why Did God Create the World?

If God is perfect and has no needs, why create the world?

Israel at 70: More than a Start-Up Nation

Israel's flag testifies to our miraculous, unfinished mission.

9 Quotes about Israel from Rabbi Jonathan Sacks

Israel is the home of hope.

Israel vs. Hamas: The Case for Moral Clarity

The difference between Hamas and Israel couldn’t be greater, yet you wouldn’t know it when listening to some observers.

 

The Importance of Silence in Jewish Thought

Silence is necessary to attain wisdom.

 

Music in Judaism

What is the Jewish attitude to music?

 

Wonders in Jewish History

A quick analysis of Jewish history and how it was predicted by the Hebrew Bible.

Rabbi Benjamin Blech

The Cape Town Water Crisis and Hating Israel

Demonstrating the irrationality of hatred, Cape Town rejected Israel’s offer to help forestall their crisis.

 

Emunah: Your Greatest Power

An insightful video for children about belief in God.

Destiny: The Incredible Story of the Jewish People

Ken Spiro’s new book explores why the Jewish people, a tiny nation, plays such a huge role in history.

 

What Is Kosher and Why?

A quick overview and 5 basic reasons.

Tu B’Shvat: The Beginning of Potential

Tu B’Shvat, Purim and Passover correspond to three phases of life.

 

The Messiah in Judaism

Why do Jews believe in the Messiah?

 

A Jewish Perspective on the Feminine

A fascinating analysis of Judaism’s perspective on the nature of the masculine and feminine.

 

Why Judaism Should Matter to You

Rabbi Jonathan Sacks on the greatness of being Jewish.

 

What is the Jewish view of Divine Providence?

Three classical Jewish approaches.

 

Is Judaism a Race, Religion, Family or Nation?

What defines the Jewish People?

 

Does Judaism Believe in Reincarnation?

Fulfilling the soul’s unique mission may take more than one lifetime.

 

Hanukkah: God Doesn't Shout, He Whispers

Why do we light candles for 8 days when the miracle only lasted for 7 days?

 

King David and the Art of Admitting Your Mistakes

Does a leader have to be perfect?

 

Do Jews Believe In Hell?

What is the Jewish definition of heaven and hell and why isn't the afterlife mentioned the Torah?

 

What’s Wrong with Pornography?: One Jewish Perspective

Holiness comes through giving, not taking.

PODCAST: Fixing the World

Rabbi Ken Spiro on the Jewish People’s history of social responsibility.

 

Q&A: The Jewish Calendar

Why is it different and what is its significance?

Rabbi Benjamin Blech

Forgiving Mengele

Is it right to forgive an unrepentant mass murderer?

 

Why the 4 Species on Sukkot?

Everything has its own part to play the Divine orchestra.

 

Q&A: Why Do We Fast on Yom Kippur?

For one day we single-mindedly focus on the soul.

 

Q&A: What is the Significance of the Shofar and Rosh Hashanah?

Proclaiming true freedom.

PODCAST: What do the Jewish People Bring to the World? The Jewish Impact on Civilization

Rabbi Ken Spiro on how the Jewish people have changed the world.

 

Feeling the Love on Rosh Hashanah

God judges us only because He loves us and cares about what we do.

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