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What qualifies someone as an “olah chadasha”? Is it deciding to move to Israel? Actually making the move? Living through culture shock, language barriers, and the absence of familiarity and family? Is it the struggle to build a life and a…

I have just consulted with various rabbinic sources (i.e., the shul newsletter) to find out what time Ahuva will be lighting candles. Imagine my surprise and delight to discover that this week’s parsha was not just Achrei Mot, but also…

The best leaders hold the long view and the present moment at the same time. Some organizations are caught in one.

You’ve heard the saying: don’t lose the forest for the trees. Keep your eye on the big picture. Don’t get so caught up in…