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A Jewish town had a shortage of young, marriageable men, so they used to import men from other towns. One day a groom-to-be arrived on a train and two prospective mothers-in-laws greeted him, each claiming "ownership." A rabbi was called to solve the problem. After a few minutes of thought, he said: "You both want the groom. We'll cut him in half and give half of him to each of you."
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CHILDREN ARE IN THE IMAGE OF HASHEM
Why Did G-d Create Childhood?
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1. On the first day of school, a first-grader handed his teacher a note from his mother. The note read, "The opinions expressed by this child are not necessarily those of his parents." 2. A little girl had just finished her first week of school. "I'm just wasting my time," she said to her mother. "I can't read, I can't write, and they won't let me talk!" Why did G-d create childhood? Why did G-d create us in a way that we remain children for so many years? Why not create us like the animals so that af… Read More » |
What is The Jewish attitude towards wealth?
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A young lawyer, starting up his private practice, was very anxious to impress potential clients. As his first visitor entered the office, he spoke into his phone: "I'm sorry, but my caseload is tremendous. I am unable to look into your problem for at least a month. I'll have to get back to you then." He turned to the man who had just walked in, and said, "Now, what can I do for you? Quickly, for I have endless telephone calls from clients." "Nothing for me," replied the man. "I'm just here to hoo… Read More » |
NETANYAHU’S SPEECH
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech before a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, March 3, was powerful and enthusiastically received. It exemplified leadership in a way that Americans have not seen for years. The elected leadership of the US conspicuously displayed their awesome delight in the speech; somehow it restored their own dignity and faith in the role of America today. As a result of the Jewish Prime Minister of a tiny country speaking his mind with unwavering resolve, moral clarity and historical dignity, all those present in the g… Read More » |