The Joy of the Month of Adar
The Hornosteipel Rebbetzin put it simply: “Simcha is a connection with the Creator.” A reflection on joy in Adar, raising sparks of holiness, and putting our hearts into prayer and mitzvot.
Month of Adar
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The meaning of Shabbat Shekalim
Shabbat Shekalim alludes to the Almighty measuring the life force granted to the heavens, the worlds and every creation. The four special Shabbatot also teach about free choice, obedience and the Cre…
“Remember the Dog”
Rabbi Tzadok HaKohen tells a wonderful parable: a magnificent, exceptionally beautiful garden surrounded the royal palace. This garden was the apple of the king's eye. He allowed no one to enter it,…
When Adar Begins, We Increase Our Joy
Our teachers explain the verse “He will call to Me, and I will answer; I am with him in his distress—I will rescue him” as follows: one usually calls from a distance. When a Jew turns to the Creator…
The Month of Adar - How Can We Increase Joy?
Adar has arrived, and you "don't have the energy to rejoice" for a whole 2 months?! Then imagine if there had been 2 Nisans! :) Now, seriously: Sefer Yetzirah states that each month corresponds to a…