EL CAJON, California –– Parsha Bo’s greatest lesson is to never accede, to never give in, to never give up. A wonderful lesson on Mental Health Awareness Shabbat in the UK, a day dedicated ...

It brings me great comfort when we read the stories of our ancestors and we see that they faced the same kinds of things with which we struggle. It tells us that we aren’t alone; someone has ...

There are serious reasons to suspect that the Egyptians are preparing for war, although they are not seriously threatened by any enemy. This is a sign of the pre-Mashiach period.

According to tradition, on Friday night of the Torah portion “Vayechi,” while staying at the home of the Sarusi family, Rabbi Yaakov blessed the wine and raised his eyes to the candles.

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Ari Berman is the 10th rabbi to speak during the inauguration ceremony. More have appeared at a prayer breakfast. In 1949, as Harry S Truman prepared for the first presidential inauguration since ...

"Kody has actually said this. Because I only have one child, I am not entitled to an equal portion of the property," the reality star says in the Jan. 19 episode of 'Sister Wives' TLC Meri Brown ...

Take Moses, for example. We are told in our Torah portion (in one long sentence) that Moses grew up, went out to his brethren, saw their suffering, and saw an Egyptian man (ish Mitzri) striking a ...

True prayer begins with gratitude, which reflects trust and acknowledgment of God’s greatness. Then, it elaborates on every concern and worry. Information ...

Rick Lupert, a poet, songleader and graphic designer, is the author of 28 books including “God Wrestler: A Poem for Every Torah Portion.” Visit him at www.JewishPoetry.net ...

The Sefer Toldos Vayechi Yosef says that, in fact, when a person is excited about something, or he stands to profit from his action, he will hurry to do what needs to be done. When one moves ...

This connection to the people’s suffering is central to Moses’ leadership. Five times in this parsha, Hashem makes it clear that He is not merely aware of the Israelites’ pain; He feels it.