During the three weeks between 17 Tammuz and Tisha b’Av, as we recall the destruction of the Temples, we read three of the most searing passages in the prophetic literature (the first two … more

It took me two years to recover from the death of my father, of blessed memory. To this day, almost 20 years later, I am not sure why. He did not die suddenly or young. He was well into his eighties. … more

Years ago, about to exit the doors of LaGuardia Airport after a long flight, I realized I had forgotten my tefillin on the plane. I rushed back to the gates only to discover I could not get through … more

Earlier this week, in an attempt to gain some space in my crowded apartment, I was going through some old records and discarding many of them. Uncertain about whether or not to … more

Parashat Chukat contains a mysterious passage that focuses upon a well: “From there to the well, that is the well of which Hashem said to Moshe, Gather the people, and I will give them water. … more

It was a classic struggle for power. The only thing that made it different from the usual dramas of royal courts, parliamentary meeting, or corridors of power was that it took place in Burgers’ … more

We all nod our heads in agreement when we hear the phrase, “Two Jews, three opinions.” We similarly chuckle when we hear the anecdote about the Jew who was discovered after years of … more

Reading through the narrative portion of Parshat Korach, one finds groups complaining against Moshe and Aharon. The first is Korach, the second is Datan and Aviram’s group, the third is the 250 … more

A wise proverb that I often quote says,   “If you lose your money, you’ve lost nothing. Money comes, money goes. If you lose your health, you’re half the man you were. But … 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. There is no question that G-d exhibits … more