In Jewish thought, zikaron (remembrance) is more than memory—it is a sacred obligation. Just as we recall the destruction of the Beit HaMikdash each Tishah B’Av, we also mark tragedies of our own era, transforming grief into action and strength. For the Jewish community of Queens, September 11
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There are four passages where the Torah speaks of the great mitzvah of tefillin, one being at the end of Parshat Ekev, read a few weeks ago. In the
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As summer gives way to cooler evenings, Bukharian kitchens fill with dishes that balance freshness and warmth. Bowls of Mastava mark the shift toward
A Smile That Can Save A Soul
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The First Year Never Ends
As we prepare for Elul, the season of self-reflection and teshuvah, we often focus outward—on increased mitzvos, on chesed projects, and on