יום שבת, כ״ג אלול תשפ״וSaturday, September 5, 2026
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By Irwin Cohen
My shidduch advice to you is be open as the second time around can work out well no matter how old you are. Even if you're 83, wrinkled and somewhat saggy like we are.
The battle between these two Venetian presses became so intense that complaints reached the revered Rabbi Moshe Isserles (the Rema) in Krakow.
Bitachon means knowing in our hearts and minds that there is no such thing as chance and that all of our life experiences are under complete and total Divine supervision (Emunah U’Bitachon 2:1).
So how did the Jews completely transform the change Quadas Kabir story and for what purpose? Who was the nefarious Jew who decided to appropriate glorious Palestinian history?
As amazing as all these connections were, they pale in comparison with my father’s actual participation (at a distance) in an event of truly global significance.
By Maayan Zik
Judaism teaches, Ein mazel l’Yisrael, which means The Jewish people aren’t ruled by mazel. That’s another way of saying that while circumstances influence us, they don’t control us.
I believe, and tell my children and talmidim so, that we have the opportunity to be matzliach in ways the defy luck of the draw, nature and happenstance.
By Ariela Davis
How many of us who live relatively happy lives with families and full refrigerators and spend much of our time focusing on what we don’t have and complaining about the small things that don’t go our way?
Lucky people make successful decisions by using their intuition and gut feelings.
At the end of this experiment, she made the decision which would allow her to return to a reasonable quality of her own life, as Dad was declining further and further into his dementia and age-related issues. She has committed to keeping her husband at home, and with the best possible care that can be provided.
We were watching a documentary about people with Dysphagia, and realized that some people can’t swallow at all and need a feeding tube. So, we came up with a way to help kids with feeding tubes who might be feeling bad about how they look, explained Dunn and Sobelman.
By Irwin Cohen
I first got to hear him at the big beautiful Beth El shul in Boro Park when I visited my sister and brother-in-law, Shmuel Kunda. I also got to know him personally over the last few years, as he also had a place in Century Village in West Palm Beach.
The Munich Talmud or The Survivors Talmud boasts vibrant title pages, capturing the historic moment of printing in postwar Germany.
Bitachon means knowing that Hashem not only supervises all aspects of our lives—down to the tiniest detail—but that He actively optimizes the entirety of our lives and life experiences toward our greatest good and growth.
Although he would not become famous for his Jewish work until some thirty years later, Oppenheim painted one of his most famous works, Return of a Jewish Volunteer from the Wars of Liberation to His Family Still Living in Accordance with Old Customs, in 1833.
By Alan Zeitlin
Collier, who is Jewish and lived in Israel in the past has been a staunch critic of the BBC for a long time, accusing it of anti-Israel bias. But he said this documentary is more egregious.
The images of the Bibas family – two redheaded, cherub-cheeked babies and their mother – will forever be burned in our minds along with all of the others we refuse to forget.
One of the most curious mitzvot we have is to remember to blot out Amalek. The worst way to rid them from our psyche is to annually read about them. We must forever remember the importance of stamping out evil in the world.
By Eli Lebowicz
There’s stuff I remember that I’d be fine forgetting, like getting out first in the 4th grade spelling bee on the easiest word possible (wholesome, by the way).
The years ahead were filled with grandchildren who have given me wonderful memories, and now my life is filled with great-grandchildren and we are making memories together. With Hashem’s help we will go on making memories for many more years.
The Torah’s commandment to remember is about shaping the future. The Holocaust and October 7 teach us that the world can change in an instant – and that if we don’t take history seriously, it will repeat itself.
It is a matter of debate whether the re-establishment of the State of Israel in 1948 represents the beginning of the Final Redemption, the ingathering of the exiles.
A panicked Mom called her trusted daughter who arrived like an angel at 2 a.m. to be with Mom and Dad. The aide returned in the morning, ashamed of himself, having somehow blacked-out, and waking that next morning. It would be a fair analysis to say that all-hell-broke-loose.
A somewhat peculiar fact is that while glass and porcelain Judaica generally achieve disappointing results in the United States, they do remarkably better in the salerooms of Europe.
How Bitachon Works is not a collection of stories, parables, or motivational quotes. Instead, it draws on the wisdom of the Torah, classic sources, and principles of human nature to provide a logical exploration of bitachon — a clear framework for understanding how it operates and how to access it.
Kunitz's intellectual pursuits and actions frequently placed him in tension with more traditional rabbis, yet he earned respect for his profound knowledge of Talmudic texts and his pivotal role in the evolution of Jewish intellectual life.
By Irwin Cohen
During my Fox interview I pointed out many facts that many overlook, such as history unfolding during his playing career. Greenberg began his playing career with the Detroit Tigers in 1933, the same year as Hitler, leader of the National Socialist German Workers Party, became chancellor of Germany.
By Eve Glover
Storch has implemented risk management practices at the Western Wall, Ben Gurion Airport, and the Malha Mall in Jerusalem. He was honored with the Maccabiah Award in 1997 for his devotion to protecting Israeli citizens, a commitment that is unwavering.
By Aryeh Werth
Our hostages are alive. They are holding on, fighting to survive. And yet, we can see it in their eyes, in their frail bodies – they are running out of time. - Ilay David
In an interview, Tolkien, while not specifically characterizing the Jews as warlike, nonetheless spoke to an explicit connection with biblical characterizations of the Jews, with the biblical narrative describing many wars of conquest, much as Tolkien does in The Return of the King, the third book of his trilogy; in a BBC interview, he referred to the immense warlike capacity of the Jews, which we tend to forget nowadays.
Our society is results-focused. You can be the second-fastest runner in the world, but society doesn’t care. You lost. You’re not getting the endorsements.
When I am old, and my hair is silver or white or gray, I know that I won't remember this stress. All I will remember is the happy times, and I will probably say, I'd do anything to get back to that place.
By David Curwin
Interestingly, the English word “silver” may also have Semitic origins. One theory suggests that silver derives from the Akkadian word sarapu, meaning to smelt, refine.
By dvora
What exactly is a silver lining? It is a metaphor conveying a glimmer of hope, in the midst of despair.
By Akiva Kra
It's amazing how one metal can carry so many memories and so much importance. Oftentimes the tarnished silver candlesticks in a home carry more emotion and hold more memories than the colorful pictures around them.
As she continued to share experiences of caring for her son, I also shared different chapters that I had written about caring for my husband during his decline. In spite of her belief that her challenges were unique, I had a chapter written for almost every problem she was facing.
By Alan Zeitlin
In a previous interview with The Jewish Press, Lax said he was falsely accused of discrimination since he stood up against antisemitism and would be exonerated. In October of 2023, an eight-month investigation found no evidence of any wrong-doing by Lax.
This inaugural printed Hebrew edition of the Prophets, with Kimhi’s scholarly annotations, was produced in 1485 by the esteemed Joshua Solomon ben Israel Nathan Soncino. This edition, which predates the Soncino family’s migration to Casal Maggiore, marked the completion of the family’s premier Biblical publication.
Rabbi Shimon’s original position was by no means a majority opinion. By comparison, Rabban Gamliel, son of Rabbi Judah HaNasi, said: Torah study is good together with an occupation, for the exertion of them both makes sin forgotten. All Torah study that is not joined with work will cease in the end, and leads to sin (Pirkei Avos 2:2).
Seeing the anger and hostility towards Israel and Jewish people around the globe blew my mind. It was maddening trying to explain why Hamas was evil to so many companies and individuals. I was in shock.
Captured by the Germans after being seriously wounded fighting for France during World War I, he was interned in a POW camp for two years, where he learned English from a fellow prisoner.
By Rabbanit Dr. Adena Berkowitz
We might think that today batei din just adjudicate cases of divorce and conversion. Yet, Jewish courts can resolve business disputes and damages.
To me, the best part of beis din is that it allows us to not have to air our laundry in civil courts...
By Chaim Saiman
While din ensures that legal principles are upheld without deviation, it can sometimes lead to harsh or impractical outcomes.
Halacha, like other legal systems, provides us with rules and values around which we are meant to organize our lives. Our ability, however, to comply with halacha requires that we learn and teach its rules. After all, you can’t comply with the rules you don’t know.
The salient distinction is that civil law is secular and Jewish law is G-dly... Jewish law, by contrast, is a combination of civil and religious law, e.g., if one steals, he is simultaneously sinning against the victim and against G-d.
The voice returned. Where is my Barbara? I responded again, I am here. No Hubby proclaimed, The other one! Barbara, my wife! She went to get my watch fixed. Where is she?
By Irwin Cohen
I know the readers are more intelligent than I am, but I may have experienced more than most in my 80-plus years.
The quintessence of the story is that Abraham wanted to make it well-known to people that they should recognize G-d as the Creator and be grateful to Him. In order to get the audience for this message, he planted an eshel tree to make his place known and easily found.
The poem was penned by Ber Oppenheimer, a prominent resident of Pressburg and a talmid chacham who authored Me Be'er, a sefer published in Vienna four years after the coronation.
By Baruch Lytle
Its humble presence on such an esteemed corner is a remarkable symbol of kindness, shining out to the world from a community that famously already knows a lot about kindness.
The story of the relationship between Hitler and Bernile had been generally unknown until the Alexander Historical Auction House auctioned this photograph to an anonymous, international buyer for a winning bid of $11,520 on November 13, 2018.
Just as there are no two more similar stories than the respective exiles of Yaakov and Moshe, it is hard to find two more disparate parallels than the roles of their respective fathers-in-law.
By Sara Blau
Most of us can’t handle unsolicited advice, and in-law relationships can be a touchy thing. And yet Moshe’s humility astounds me. To be able to receive the feedback and make the necessary improvements based on his father-in-law’s advice is truly something I admire.
By Avi Ganz
Lavan wasn't just a bad father-in-law; he was a bad person. In contrast, Yitro is a man with a significant past and what seems to be a very strong moral compass. And he wants to help.
I smile when I remember how, when we lived in Florida, they spent a week together converting a garage into two fully carpeted bedrooms with outlets and lights. There really wasn’t anything the two of them couldn’t repair together.
Yitro teaches us the importance of having a confidant in your family, who sees things through a different set of eyes, and can be trusted for sage advice.
When observing the behavior of others, there are very real indicators of the onset of dementia. From personal experience, I feel the need to share a few examples with you.
In his vehement denunciation of chassidut, he goes so far as to label it a cult. He writes, There is no respite from them… they make most of their days holidays… their prayers are unbearable to the ears… they produce various noises… like a monkey to man… G-d save us from them.
The Exodus, an old ferry boat originally called the President Warfield, became a symbol of Aliyah Bet (illegal immigration) – not to be confused with the Second Aliyah – as its famous voyage was designed to call the world's attention to the plight of the hundreds of thousands of Jews left homeless in the aftermath of the Holocaust.
Although Rabbi Jacobs’ article alludes to numerous other examples of scientific knowledge, let me conclude by examining a broader area which might be termed practical or applied astronomy.
When Noach sends off the raven, the Torah provides no reason, but rather Noach unceremoniously ejects the poor bird from the ark. No wonder it flounders and goes nowhere. With the dove, though, the text adds these words to see whether the waters had abated.
By Jordana Baruchov Grreenfield
The dove’s unwavering loyalty mirrors my devotion to my family, community, and faith. I aim to spread positivity, wisdom, and spiritual nourishment.
The dove was sent by Noah three times. It returned to the ark twice, portraying the middot of commitment and loyalty, both to Noah and its mate. It took its responsibilities to heart.
I cannot think of doves without considering their counterparts, ravens. I'm from Baltimore, a city that named its football team after Poe’s famous poem. Perhaps next year thinking about the Ravens will bring me a bit more joy…
Despite being part of the pigeon family – a far less beloved creature, typically associated with urban grime – doves represent purity. (Contrary to universal imagery, however, they come in other colors besides white.)
By David Katz
It is a community definitely growing. We’re growing as a small Jewish community, but half our business is non-Jewish trade. We are a New York deli that happens to be kosher. We’re like a gourmet store – tons of baked goods, a hundred different kinds of wine.
Following my own suggestions to others, I wrote down all of the new issues that concern me about Hubby’s condition. One by one we discussed them.
Perhaps most remarkable, however, was Reshevsky’s unwavering commitment to his faith as a devout and fully-observant Orthodox Jew. He dedicated a portion of each day to the study of Torah and steadfastly adhered to his religious principles, famously refusing to engage in chess matches on Shabbat.
According to this list – again, highly arguable – the most valuable American Jewish signature is Albert Einstein. But who really is the most valuable American signature? It is not George Washington, or Thomas Jefferson, or Abraham Lincoln but, beyond any dispute, it is Button Gwinnett! (Who?)
By Nachum Segal
This Torah discussion and the family custom of giving it the exclusive slot at a family bar mitzvah gave us all a common thread and association. I have always found that connection very meaningful.
By JJ Eleff
Dozens of men worldwide who had no connection to a rabbi are now members of a shul in their neighborhood. IDF soldiers fighting on the front lines to protect us have a new source of protection that they wrap daily.
As a mother, tefillin is something else to think about for my teenage sons' trips and carpools, something else to organize during bar mitzvah planning.
Not just because it's a physical way to literally tie into Judaism and to prepare for prayer and not just because it's the same action that my father, sheyichyehi, my grandfather, and my ancestors have done since Sinai.
Once Jews were allowed to daven at the Kotel again for the first time in 20 years, Chabad set up a table at the Kotel encouraging Jews to put on tefillin.
Dementia begins rather benignly, with strange behaviors, memory loss and weird accusations. But with time (usually many years), the caregiver’s brain grows very tired from whatever is assaulting it, and is less inclined to look for solutions.
It has now become apparent that before Trump had officially taken office, he was already bullying the Jewish state into accepting compromises that were contraindicative to its survival. I’m afraid, all of this points to an elephant in the room that must no longer be ignored.
By Alan Zeitlin
The case revolved around whether the TV segment and article using the phrase black market would lead people to think Young was doing something illegal and or preying on Afghans.
The soldiers, who receive the packages, send back lots of appreciation and feedback, to help make the packages more relevant to their needs.
As one of the very few women in Congress, Florence, never considered herself a feminist and was never seen as a suffragette.
By Baruch Lytle
It wasn’t a union of a superstar and his fans for the first time. It was a gathering of a father with his kids. The anxiety of all the chaos and crazy weather was a thing of the past. A calmness and familiarity settled over the entire arena, easily felt by even a rally first-timer like me.
By Adina Broder
Since real truth is unique to Hashem, the word emes is considered Hashem’s seal or signature.
This world is a journey of uncovering that infinite truth of who you actually are. When you align with your divine core, you're not becoming something new – you're revealing what was always there.
By Anat Coleman
Much of the time, people are already aware of the truth of the situation and have avoided thinking about it or taking action until it reaches a crescendo.
I’m proud to be a Jew. I’m proud of my roots and that I get to wear a kippah on my head every day. I’m proud I get to put on tefillin and be part of our amazing religion.
Isn’t it ironic that Am Yisrael can’t agree on how to pronounce the word emes – or is it emet? It’s a small detail, but it reminds us that we live in a world where the very essence of truth is challenged. Today, the concept of truth feels fractured. Phrases like “your truth” and […]
Since CAIR, one of 200 unindicted co-conspirators in the Holyland Foundation trial which established that nearly every Muslim institution in America raises funds for terrorism, is estimated to control 90% of American mosques, we can conclude that those mosques serve as incubators for terrorism, and learn the approach they use from the pronouncements of their clergy, the imams.
Nothing about this morning is upsetting for Hubby. That automatically improves our day immensely. As long as we are vigilant about giving him his dementia medications on time, he can remain on an even keel and quite enjoy his morning regime.
Paul Gruninger paid a steep price for having the moral courage to disobey explicit instructions of the Swiss government. He was dismissed from the police force, convicted of breach of duty, official misconduct and forgery, and served time in prison.
Remarkably, the paper used for this edition bears watermarks identifying both the manufacturer and the individual who commissioned it: EIGER.
When the stage production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang premiered in London in 2002, it became the most successful stage show ever produced at the London Palladium and it ran for three-and-a-half years, the longest run in that century-old theatre's history.
By Ariela Davis
Living in Israel has provided me many eye-opening experiences to see that mentschlichkeit isn’t something unique to the frum world, or in my experience, even the Jewish world and is sometimes even missing in some aspects of the Torah world.
September 4, 2026 
