By Rabbi Avi Billet Issue of Dec. 26, 2008 / 29 Kislev 5769 Have you ever bumped into someone you haven’t seen in over 20 years? This is a common occurrence in unfortunate circumstances … more

In My View (Opinion) By Stephen M. Flatow Issue of April 3, 2009 / 9 Nissan 5769 There is no denying that anti-Semitism has been making a comeback in the past few years. But it’s not … more

In My View By Bracha Goetz Issue of July 17, 2009 / 25 Tammuz 5769 We got on board because we were striving for truth, and guess what? We’re still striving! So please, make sure your … more

Issue of October 30 2009/ 12 Cheshvan 5770 Just in time to discuss Parshat Vayera at the Shabbat table next week, these ceramic salt and pepper shakers by Woodmere-based The Kosher Cook, depict … more

I'm thinking By Micah D. Halpern Issue of January 29, 2010/ 14 Shvat 5770 Israel thought it was sending a rescue team of two hundred and thirty workers to Haiti. What Israel really sent … more

Parshat Bamidbar by Rabbi Avi Billet Issue of May 15, 2010/ 1 Sivan 5770 When one looks at synagogue décor, one often notices odes to the 12 tribes. The specific images on the stained … more

by Elana Dure Issue of September 3, 2010/ 24 Elul 5770 On his way to shul in Bayswater last Shabbos afternoon, Aug 29, Rabbi Yitzy Bald was focused on making the 1:37 p.m. minyan for Mincha. … more

Every time we consider a conversation between G-d and Moshe, the absurdity of the concept of Moshe "teaching" G-d something, becomes apparent. more

The exact origins of Kol Nidrei are lost in the sands of time. One of the earliest sources regarding our present practice is found in a responsum of Rav Natronai Gaon. It is quoted in the commentary of Rabbeinu Asher ben Yechiel, known as the “Rosh,” to Talmud Bavli, Yoma, 8:28: more

Dear Mr. Greenstein,  I recently read your online article about your expertise in evaluating antique Judaica. more