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Throughout his career, Michael Reagan was widely recognized as a steadfast defender of President Ronald Reagan’s legacy – particularly his unwavering support for Israel and his firm opposition to totalitarianism and antisemitism.
By Anonymous
The conclusion is unavoidable. Home is no longer safe. She can’t be at school, and I cannot maintain twenty-four-hour surveillance – not with other children, a home, and a full caseload of clients.
Choosing to judge others favorably and to refrain from unnecessary conflict is not weakness; rather it is an avodah and reflects real inner work. In a world that rewards sharp words and quick comebacks, self-control requires strength.
Identify where anxiety first appears in your body. For some it's the chest. For others, the stomach, throat, or a sensation of unreality. Knowing your personal early-warning system is half the battle.
Mindy caught her breath. She knew this boy! He was…what was his name again? Yes, he was that guy who had been engaged to Ralph Harari’s sister…Beyda! That was it! Ezra Beyda! The one whose kallah had died so tragically in an accident right before their wedding. The one who had raved about Chani!
If an investor is approaching retirement, like you are, having some money in cash equivalents and high-quality bonds for a couple of years’ worth of expenses makes sense.
By Mendi Glik
Right after Yaakov concludes his beracha to Ephraim and Menashe, he blesses their father, his beloved son, Yosef. Va’ani natati lecha sh’chem echad al acheicha… – And I gave you sh’chem echad – sh’chem in Hebrew means shoulder. But in Yaakov’s beracha, it means that he gave Yosef more, something extra above his brother.
What cannot be denied is the devotion he inspired among the East End’s working-class Jews.
Yaakov was not favoring one brother arbitrarily. He was reading the vessel. He blessed according to potential, not position.
While it’s difficult to argue with the successes the rabbi has had in winning over antisemites, I do have several caveats. First, Rabbi Indig’s successes have been with politicians who are fellow Americans in ideology; winning over immigrant Islamist-socialists promises to be more difficult.
You have been given a gift. You met a girl who seems perfect for you. You like everything about her and are considering an engagement. Your friend didn’t want to marry her. This is an even greater gift! She was clearly meant for you and not for him, and that was clear to him and we hope now to you as well.
Slattery’s administrative record, like that of many career public servants of his era, was primarily secular and bureaucratic; he was not known as a leader of Jewish communal life nor as a voice on Zionist issues prior to the Slattery Report’s association with his name.
Given that most interpreters take the first usage to be related to the practical purpose it served rather than to the divine standard that it met, the original reference to the term also implies that good is discoverable by human reason. G
By Keshet Starr
We want what’s good – for ourselves, for our families, for our communities. But what actually is good?
Now tov was taken as good, satisfactory, a little better than average. But the truth is – tov is a fantastic grade. It tells you that you are at a certain level but there is still room to grow.
By Hillel Fuld
Like many phrases or words in modern Hebrew, the word tov, depending on the context, can mean different things.
By Irwin Cohen
Lucky for us Jews, Tisch will stay on in her current title under Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani. She wants to add 5,000 police officers, to beef up the force from the current 35,000 to 40,000.
By Anonymous
Her one big complaint was that she thought the therapist was reading too much into what she was sharing, but she was willing to keep going.
Your children are not saying, “Don’t be happy.” They are saying, “Please don’t forget.” It is important to name their fear out loud and remind them often that no one will ever replace their father.
Those who project arrogance and self-assurance often battle the same cycle—driven not by appeasement but by domination.
By Mendi Glik
I mentioned that many tracks on his album have a traditional chassidic feel, with brass, strings, piano, and classic rhythms. He told me that was absolutely intentional. To him, this is genuine heimishe music – music that comes from the neshama.
Leah’s not old. She’s 29, Chani said, her cheeks reddening. It’s not her fault her husband died and didn’t leave her with money. She noticed Rikki slinking discreetly back towards the kitchen. Rikki had apparently chosen that moment to avoid any comparisons with present company, as Rikki was likewise thirtyish, unmarried, and unmoneyed beyond her alimony payments.
Sometimes a person who does not have the emotional maturity and mentchlichkeit we expect of them will deflect and redirect so that they don’t need to be honest and transparent.
The custom is rooted in the idea of honoring and supporting the groom as he enters marriage. It began as a way for the bride’s family to show respect, strengthen the bond between families, and provide the groom with items that would help him fulfill his new spiritual and communal roles.
What elevates this modest booklet to near-mythic status is who studied it – and how.
Arendt shrugged off her inaccuracies and errors by arguing that much of the public onslaught was little more than a political campaign to discredit her and that criticism often misrepresented the book.
Pioneer of the Kew Gardens Hills Orthodox Community in Queens, on his 5th Yahrzeit, the 3rd night of Chanukah, 27 Kislev It is difficult to encapsulate one’s thoughts and feelings for Rabbi Fabian Schonfeld, zt”l, HaRav Mordechai Shraga Feivel ben Rav Shmuel Shabtai HaLevi, with whom I had a close relationship for over 65 […]
Legacy is powerful because it connects us to something larger than ourselves. It makes us feel proud, responsible, and committed.
What I love about this genre is when you realize that the decisions you make early on have significant consequences for sessions that take place weeks or months down the line.
By Adina Broder
The word legacy often carries a sense of weight, as though it belongs to those who have accomplished something historic or have reshaped the world in some monumental way.
Chazal say banav hem ma’asav – our children are our deeds. Maybe that’s the only balance sheet that matters.
I am proud of my family’s legacy which has prompted me to dedicate my time to serving my community.
We are assured that ultimately, justice does prevail. That there is a Day of Judgement in the Eternal World. Those of unwavering faith focus on adjusting to their new normal and embrace Hashem's will and continue to find purpose and simcha, as we are exhorted to do.
By Anonymous
Chana was still social enough, there were still times when her room was filled with laughter, or, empty because she was out once again. And the other times she was in her room with the door closed I assumed she was just busy with her studies.
Hashem has someone amazing for you. Someone who will appreciate your warmth, middos, and stability. A true home is built on mutual respect, Torah, and shared values.
The trend toward extravagance, ostentatiousness, and high prices is also relevant in the investment world. I struggle against it with clients. I’m advising them to stick to a sensible investment program, while they are lured by approaches that seem more exciting.
Fear reinforces the belief that we don’t deserve love or connection, which in turn fuels anger—the ego’s counterfeit form of control, a desperate attempt to mask powerlessness.
I don’t know why Hashem put me in this position, but He surely has a reason, so my job is just to make the best of it. It could be a lot worse, you know.
Rabbi Teichman taught everyone how to be a proud Yid through song, humor, and cheer. Rabbi Teichman taught everyone young and old the chashivus of mitzvos, and he made you feel important for doing them.
What makes this particular edition especially captivating is the language in which it speaks. Judeo-Persian – the literary tradition of Persian-speaking Jews who wrote in Persian using Hebrew characters – is among the most remarkable cultural inheritances of the Jewish world.
By Mendi Glik
Whether you read this column on Tuesday, Friday, or even Motzaei Shabbat, it’s still Chanukah – and Chanukah parties are still going on. So today I’d like to review some music for Chanukah.
Even if the guy you are hoping for is so outdoorsy he fillets his own fish at restaurants, he is still going to be affected by your appearance.
I learned by listening to the rabbis that the light dispels darkness. By lighting the light for Chanukah, we push back darkness. We push back evil, Walsh said.
By Max Yedid
One of the most meaningful parts of the congress was the elections for the Youth Zionist Congress Council (CC). I’m incredibly honored to have been elected as a representative from the U.S., and even more humbled to have been chosen as the Spokesperson of Hasbara.
When scholars consider whether the swastika was a Jewish symbol in the sense that the Star of David or the Menorah is a Jewish emblem, the answer from mainstream academic literature is that there is no evidence that Jewish religious authorities, rabbinic leadership, or organized Jewish communities adopted the swastika as a recognized symbol of Judaism.
Eight nights of celebration, gatherings with family, friends, co-workers, and community events at shul, plus the tradition of gift-giving—what better time to open a few great bottles or share them as thoughtful gifts?
Naturally, matters aren’t quite so simple. Questions arise, such as: What do we do about the 20% of Israel’s population that isn’t Jewish? What if the Muslims demand that they be judged under sharia law? And how do we deal with the multiplicity of criminal offenses that didn’t even exist in the Talmudic era?
By Marc Gronich
The message of the menorah, as the Rebbe said, is a multiple message but first and foremost, it’s a universal message. We live in a world of darkness. Never more than today do we see the darkness. The menorah comes along and tells every human being, regardless of race, color, or creed, the answer is do not fight it, illuminate it.
The dreidel should be celebrated as the healthiest and financially friendly Chanukah item. The dreidel is not fattening – it is 100 percent fat-free, sugar-free and salt-free.
Regardless of our hard work, experience, and effort, we all still need a bit of mazal to be successful. You can make all the right decisions, but if your timing is off, nothing else matters.
Is the dreidel just a toy? To some, possibly. But to those who know it’s supposed history, it’s a device that allowed the safe study of Torah in a time of persecution.
By Avi Ganz
Chanukah tells us that sometimes, especially in the dark and cold of winter/Galus, we need to let go of our supposed control and let the Divine run the show.
Explanations for the dreidel's significance range from the practical to the mystical.
By Eve Glover
She encourages people who want to try something new and different to make classic potato latkes and add fun and exotic toppings, such as black caviar, scallions, or a teriyaki drizzle.
The deployment is being coordinated from Israel as the team departs Ben Gurion Airport en route to Sydney. Zaka officials said responders will provide both technical assistance and spiritual support to local communities grappling with the aftermath of the attack.
By Anonymous
We got in the car to go home. She sat silently in the back seat as my husband and I tried to figure out how the kitchen and cooking were going to have to change. I silently snuck a glance at her as we drove down the highway. Her blank, emotionless face was periodically illuminated by the street lights as we drove.
The advantage of identifying this behavior, and labeling it is that the child can now get help. The disadvantage is that the label can become an excuse, a crutch which will then continue to allow this behavior rather than devise means of dealing with the challenge.
As parents, your first responsibility is to create emotional safety for your children. This may mean limiting visits to environments that are consistently stressful or damaging.
By Mendi Glik
Where does their inspiration come from? They tell me they are inspired by world events as well as personal experiences.
You have, without question, a rare Mizrach of significance and beauty made by your great-grandfather, who, until this very moment, was an unknown, unrecognized but highly skilled papercut artist living in Minneapolis.
In a city where kosher hotel options had long been scarce, Vayalen Boutique Hotel fills a real need. It’s not just about beds and breakfasts: for observant Jews visiting Vienna – whether for leisure, family visits, or community – the hotel offers a base that respects kashrut, Shabbat observance, and Jewish identity.
It rarely makes sense to have retirement accounts scattered at various institutions, especially old employers. It’s better to consolidate old accounts into an IRA to keep your assets organized.
A person with theoretically perfect self-esteem and zero ego would feel no urge to control others or the world. They would see clearly that their true domain lies solely in their own choices – nothing more, nothing less.
Although truth be told, Velvel had mixed feelings about the idea of Zahava getting married. He wasn’t sure how he’d survive if Zahava left his home; he was way too used to her arranging their home and their lives.
By Marc Gronich
The memorial will include works of art for the public to view. The artist selection process will be led by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs’ “Percent for Art” program in consultation with artists, historians, and Holocaust survivors. The Public Design Commission will also be involved in the initiative.w
When we first meet Yosef, he is seventeen, full of dreams and unaware of their weight. In one dream, his brothers’ sheaves bow before his. The sun, moon, and stars bow in another. These dreams center on status.
Green flags do not offer the same shock value as their red counterparts, but they are even more important.
Qatar funds American think tanks such as the Brookings Institution, invests in American businesses, and has many journalists around the world on its payroll, enabling them to influence reporting about events in the Middle East.
Originally written in Arabic so as to reach the masses at that time, Chovos Halevavos in its Hebrew translation mirrors this erudite style, making it difficult to understand Rabbeinu Bachya’s main points
As we look back over the past 50 years, we feel enriched that the Almighty has given us this opportunity to provide something that has proven to be so successful and so influential.
Contrary to its name, the Tower has no direct connection to King David, yet its name and its stones tell a complex story of conquest, religion, empire, destruction, and preservation.
It’s an historic moment not just for our ADI family but the entire State of Israel. Despite the great need, Israel has never had any formal educational programming for Certified Prosthetists and Orthotists (CPOs).
By Eli Lebowicz
Whenever a company or non-Jewish institution must issue a statement of solidarity or seasonal greetings to the broader Jewish community, they always show a menorah for some reason, no matter what the message is about or no matter what holiday it is; it’s not a meaningful message from the goyish world without some candles.
Candles shouldn’t matter anymore. They belong to another age – like quills and clay stoves, things replaced by convenience. And yet, candles endure. They wait on shelves and windowsills, marking moments no lightbulb can reach. We light them to remember, celebrate, begin, end, and to sanctify.
Shortly after my daughter got married, both she and my mother came for the weekend. As we lit candles, I realized that this was the first time that three generations were simultaneously ushering in Shabbos.
One thing they all have in common is the unique character of the candle which shares its light without diminishing its own ability to shine.
By David Curwin
With the arrival of electricity, meanings evolved. Menorah came to mean any lamp or light fixture, while nurah, a modern coinage, was adopted for “light bulb.” That shift left ner to take on its modern meaning: candle.
Almost all anxiety is normal. It’s what you do with anxiety that makes it normal or not normal. In reality, everyone is going to become anxious about changes, new experiences, and risks, but the way different people deal with those anxieties is key.
We are a young couple with several children, and I come from a warm, loving home. My husband’s parents are divorced, and at times I see similarities between him and his father that worry me.
Despite my background in shadchanas, I must admit that I am no expert on today’s dating scene. I have been out of the parsha for a long time, and expectations and social etiquette may have changed.
When a person descends into absolute nature, his conduct brings no real value to his neshama or to Creation. Absent teshuvah, there is nothing he could do that would outrank the benefit of being used as a kli to openly demonstrate free will.
Lakewood has all the stores we have in Brooklyn, and more! Zahava gushed. And there’s parking everywhere you go—it’s awesome! I never once had to circle to find a spot!
By Mendi Glik
Ahavat Yisrael – loving and caring for another Jew as though he were you – is something which is identified with Rav Neria, zt”l. Over the years, his students have told many stories about how he loved them, how he cared about each of them, and how he loved Am Yisrael.
By Anonymous
In my mind, there’s a “before,” a “during,” and a hopeful “after.” Where are we now? I want to say we’re still in the “during.” Because there have been so many “befores” setbacks.
Maller, who was one of the original founders of Crave Restaurant, also in Jerusalem, set out on his own to open Mojo’s. His goal: To execute great food, with love, all the time.
Collectors and scholars alike will appreciate the additional significance of this edition. It marks the first publication of a comprehensive alphabetical subject index, prepared from the writings of the school of ha-Rav ha-Zaken, gadol be-doro, R. Baruch Uziel.
After three weeks, you should be sure that you are able to communicate well and have shared values and goals. You should have formed some level of connection and have an appreciation for their character and personality.
Our strength for this daily work actually comes from giving to others. Every child’s smile, every “thank you” from a family that has been through a difficult period reminds us why we started this journey.
R. Betzalel Naor takes us on a journey through a dizzying kaleidoscope of sources to understand the nature of chassidus. What is the goal of chassidus? What are its methodologies? What is its allure in the modern era?
There are stories – some plausible, albeit not well documented – that Elvis’s managers advised him, in the racially charged environment of mid-century America, not to emphasize a Jewish heritage because of concerns about the prejudices of Southern audiences.
You were a very special physician, the old-time doctor who made house calls and telephoned patients to see how they were doing. You were a man of truth and honor. There are very few doctors around these days who do, or even want to do, what you were willing to do.
October 30, 2026 
