Evaluating the actions of our leaders By Howard Kopel Issue of Sept. 26, 2008 It’s that time of year when the timeless rhythms of Judaism take over our lives and carry us along in its … more

Issue of Sept. 26, 2008 We’ve learned nothing from history To the Editor: Your article describing recognition of the 1943 rabbis’ march, and the recognition of the work of the … more

Panel reveals what parents need to know By Michael Orbach Issue of Sept. 26, 2008 Over 70 people attended a panel at Congregation Beth Sholom Saturday night on what is probably one of … more

One of the most compelling factors to ponder when considering the veracity of Jewish religious tradition is something … more

The unique story of Chari Pere By Alan Jay Gerber Issue of Sept. 19, 2008 This week’s Kosher Bookworm will take on a lighter tone before we progress to the serious aspects of … more

Heads we win, tails we lose By Rabbi Avi Billet Issue of Sept. 19, 2008 When my oldest child began to talk, she was two months shy of her second birthday. It occurred to me that I could … more

Occam’s Razor requires us to explain a fact or set of facts in the least complicated way. … more

Issue of Sept. 19, 2008 Right on the money To the Editor: The current issue of “The Jewish Star” is a standout (Sept. 12, 2008). I have enjoyed Rabbi Weissman’s columns and find … more

By Rabbi Mordechai Kamenetzky Issue of Sept. 19, 2008 Major League Baseball recently decided that it will allow the use of instant replay technology. Despite the fact that football, hockey … more

By Chananya Weissman Issue of Sept. 12, 2008 I choose my topics carefully. After all, there is no need to present an exhaustive catalogue of the madness that one encounters or breathlessly … more