There is one book in our Bible that encompasses the writings of 12 prophets known as the “Trei Asar.” This volume is the subject of an interesting commentary and analysis by one of the … more

It was Rav Kook, in his commentary on Psalm 27:12, who taught us the following: “The purpose of prayer is to elevate the soul by bolstering its powers with images of holiness and perfection. … more

This fifth and final tribute to Rav Avraham Yitzchak Kook, zt"l, on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of his birth, on the 16th of Ellul, was penned by my dear neighbor and friend, Rabbi Aryeh … more

The Third of Elul marked the 80th yahrtzeit of the saintly Rav Avraham Yitzchak Kook, zt”l. This week’s tribute — the fourth in a series of four — was written by one of our … more

Perhaps no one said it better than Rabbi Berel Wein: “Rabbi Bezalel Naor has done a masterful job in bringing Rav Kook’s thoughts and philosophy to the English speaking public. Rabbi … more

This week’s tribute to Rav Kook — the second of three parts on the occasion of Rav Kook’s 80th yahrtzeit — features an essay by Rabbi Yaakov Yosef Feitman of Cedarhurst … more

Over the next few weeks, this column will be devoted to a tribute to the legacy of one of Judaism’s towering spiritual leaders. Based upon the literary work of Rabbi Bezalel Naor, with … more

In the Jewish faith the observance of sad historical events also includes an essential human ingredient of optimism that serves to give us something to look forward to — in the case of Tisha … more

In his excellent siddur commentary biur tefilla, "Rebuilding Jerusalem,” Rabbi Jay Goldmintz teaches us the following:  "For thousands of years the Jewish people have mourned the … more

  With the annual observance of the destruction of our two sacred Temples now underway, I bring to your attention several new literary works detailing the significance of this time of year in … more