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May16
Why Prayer Matters
Tefillah is more than the sum of its parts and encompasses far more than the obligation to recite certain specific daily prayers.
Jun29
T’fillah/Prayer: A Mitzvah to Take a “Time Out”
T'fillah, Jewish prayer, is rooted in self-judgment, reflection, and connecting to something greater than ourselves.
Feb26
What is Sheloshim?
Shloshim are the thirty days that follows the week of shivah and is considered a period of reduced mourning.
Sep22
Reflections on Death (1973)
Heschel writes in 1973 in "Reflections on Death": Life here and now is the task. Every moment can be an achievement.
Feb13
Wake up with Gratitude to Cultivate Happiness
Engaging in gratitude every morning for being alive is a religious habit that can contribute to a healthier and happy life.
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