From the BJL editorial board: In the past issue of The Bukharian Times (# 969), an interview was published with President of the Beth Gavriel Center, Ilya Koptiev,
conducted by the editor-in-chief of the newspaper, Rafael Nektalov. With their kind consent, we invite our readers to familiarize
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Bumps In The Road
Does history repeat itself? Very often it does on Wall Street. And that’s why savvy investors worry every year when September and October roll
Politics And The Jewish Approach To Leadership
The topic of leadership is both fascinating and fundamental to human society. What is the Jewish approach to leadership, and how does it compare to
Is It Permissible for Children to Build with Lego on Shabbat?
In the Halachot of Boneh (construction on Shabbat), the Poskim discuss whether building with Lego constitutes a prohibited type of building. Both
The Calm Before The Storm…Before The Calm
September 29th, 2019 – Rosh Hashana, the head of the new year for Jews all over the world. A day that commenced with hopes and dreams of a better
Praying From A Mobile Phone
A number of different applications are available providing the entire text of the Siddur of one’s smartphone. Is it permissible to pray using such an
Does The Beracha Achrona of Hagefen Cover Other Beverages?
It is well known that the Beracha of Hamotzi recited on bread exempts the other foods he subsequently eats in the meal. Similarly, the Beracha of
