Alex Friedman

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Unmasking a Queer Ancestor Mordecai

Mordecai, Purim, and queerness come to invite all of us, queer or not, to work towards and reap the rewards of a free world.

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5 Myths about Jewish Prayer

Prayer is one of the most common and misunderstood parts of Jewish life. Here are five myths about Jewish prayer.

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Help! I’m Bored During the Torah Service!

Take charge of your Jewish learning and the Torah service can become an opportunity to know and think Jewishly more today than yesterday.

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What Does the Shema Mean?

The Shema is the twice-daily renewal of our vows, to focus on what matters in the world: love, relationship, community and the Holy.

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A Jew Knows How to Cry

Not only does God cry, but so does Moses in the basket when he’s found by Batya, Pharaoh’s daughter. Why does this moment matter?

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The Eight Steps to Learn to Lead a Prayer Service

Interested in leading services for your community? This guide will help you, step by step, take on this amazing communal role.

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The Dignity of Self-Definition

We can choose, in our relationships, to see others as if through G-d’s eyes. This helps us be less alone and to see one another’s dignity.

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Why Do Jews Pray 3 Times a Day?

Our tradition mandates we pray three times a day, but why? There are 2 theories. But, we might ask: What does it mean to pray?

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The Rabbis' Boogeyman: Learning About Forgiveness

What can we learn about forgiveness from the Rabbis’ boogeyman? Esau is that boogeyman but we can learn from his relationship with Jacob.

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