Being overweight is the new normal in America and this not an opinion: it’s proved by the latest statistics. According to the CDC, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than seven out of ten adults age 20 and older are either overweight or obese. These numbers are lower for children
The Shulchan Aruch records the practice of the "Chachamim" to kiss the Tefillin as a sign of affection for the Mitzvah when one puts them on and when
The Ben Ish Hai, in Parashat Netzavim, addresses the question of which foods should be eaten and avoided on Rosh Hashanah. He writes that one should
Public servants have a big job cut out for them. It is their task and responsibility to ensure that all groups under their jurisdiction find an ear
Halacha clearly forbids speaking after reciting the Beracha over Tefillin Shel Yad, until one has completed placing the Tefillin Shel Rosh on his
There is a custom to refrain from bitter, sour or tart foods on Rosh Hashanah, to symbolize our hopes for a sweet, pleasant year. The Talmud teaches
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