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When Abraham greeted the three angels after his brit milah (circumcision), he did not recite a specific tefillah (prayer) as we might think of it today. Instead, the Torah describes his actions and words as expressions of hospitality and kindness. While this narrative does not include a formal prayer, Abraham’s actions and words are considered a profound expression of his faith, kindness, and dedication to serving others, even in his own time of need. This story is often cited as an example of the importance of hospitality and caring for others in Jewish tradition.

After Yaacov had the dream of the ladder reaching to heaven, he made a significant vow to God. This event is described in בראשית כח:י – כב. In his dream, Jacob saw angels ascending and descending a ladder, and HaShem promised him the land which he swore to cause Avraham and Yitzak to inherit; the blessing Yitzak blessed his chosen first born Cohen son. Jacob’s dedication of the stone as a pillar and his promise to give a tenth of his possessions also signify his devotion and gratitude.

Giving tzedakah, indeed the essential mitzvah, learned from the above Torah precedents touching the k’vanna of tohor time oriented commandments. Jewish tradition, all tefillah qualifies as a tohor time oriented commandment, including tefillah for healing. The act of giving tzedakah, seen as a way to invoke divine mercy and blessings, including for health and healing.

This concept rooted in Torah common law precedents of acts of kindness and charity can help to elevate toldot prayer, which has no k’vanna to Av tefillah which has k’vanna תמיד מעשה בראשית. The Talmud and various Jewish texts emphasize the importance of tzedakah as the prime precedent for tefillah. Highlighting the act of tzedakah in seeking divine favor and support.

In the context of a tefillah for healing, giving tzedakah seen as a way to demonstrate compassion and righteousness, aligning oneself with the values of justice and mercy that are central to Jewish faith. This practice reflects the broader principle that our actions, particularly those that benefit others, can have a profound impact on our spiritual and physical well-being.

We Are What We Plant: Noach and the Perpetuation of Mankind

When Abraham greeted the three angels after his brit milah (circumcision), he did not recite a specific tefillah (prayer) as we might think of it today. Instead, the Torah describes his actions and words as expressions of hospitality and kindness. While this narrative does not include a formal prayer, Abraham’s actions and words are considered a profound expression of his faith, kindness, and dedication to serving others, even in his own time of need. This story is often cited as an example of the importance of hospitality and caring for others in Jewish tradition.

After Yaacov had the dream of the ladder reaching to heaven, he made a significant vow to God. This event is described in בראשית כח:י – כב. In his dream, Jacob saw angels ascending and descending a ladder, and HaShem promised him the land which he swore to cause Avraham and Yitzak to inherit; the blessing Yitzak blessed his chosen first born Cohen son. Jacob’s dedication of the stone as a pillar and his promise to give a tenth of his possessions also signify his devotion and gratitude.

Giving tzedakah, indeed the essential mitzvah, learned from the above Torah precedents touching the k’vanna of tohor time oriented commandments. Jewish tradition, all tefillah qualifies as a tohor time oriented commandment, including tefillah for healing. The act of giving tzedakah, seen as a way to invoke divine mercy and blessings, including for health and healing.

This concept rooted in Torah common law precedents of acts of kindness and charity can help to elevate toldot prayer, which has no k’vanna to Av tefillah which has k’vanna תמיד מעשה בראשית. The Talmud and various Jewish texts emphasize the importance of tzedakah as the prime precedent for tefillah. Highlighting the act of tzedakah in seeking divine favor and support.

In the context of a tefillah for healing, giving tzedakah seen as a way to demonstrate compassion and righteousness, aligning oneself with the values of justice and mercy that are central to Jewish faith. This practice reflects the broader principle that our actions, particularly those that benefit others, can have a profound impact on our spiritual and physical well-being.

Chanuka

When Abraham greeted the three angels after his brit milah (circumcision), he did not recite a specific tefillah (prayer) as we might think of it today. Instead, the Torah describes his actions and words as expressions of hospitality and kindness. While this narrative does not include a formal prayer, Abraham’s actions and words are considered a profound expression of his faith, kindness, and dedication to serving others, even in his own time of need. This story is often cited as an example of the importance of hospitality and caring for others in Jewish tradition.

After Yaacov had the dream of the ladder reaching to heaven, he made a significant vow to God. This event is described in בראשית כח:י – כב. In his dream, Jacob saw angels ascending and descending a ladder, and HaShem promised him the land which he swore to cause Avraham and Yitzak to inherit; the blessing Yitzak blessed his chosen first born Cohen son. Jacob’s dedication of the stone as a pillar and his promise to give a tenth of his possessions also signify his devotion and gratitude.

Giving tzedakah, indeed the essential mitzvah, learned from the above Torah precedents touching the k’vanna of tohor time oriented commandments. Jewish tradition, all tefillah qualifies as a tohor time oriented commandment, including tefillah for healing. The act of giving tzedakah, seen as a way to invoke divine mercy and blessings, including for health and healing.

This concept rooted in Torah common law precedents of acts of kindness and charity can help to elevate toldot prayer, which has no k’vanna to Av tefillah which has k’vanna תמיד מעשה בראשית. The Talmud and various Jewish texts emphasize the importance of tzedakah as the prime precedent for tefillah. Highlighting the act of tzedakah in seeking divine favor and support.

In the context of a tefillah for healing, giving tzedakah seen as a way to demonstrate compassion and righteousness, aligning oneself with the values of justice and mercy that are central to Jewish faith. This practice reflects the broader principle that our actions, particularly those that benefit others, can have a profound impact on our spiritual and physical well-being.

Pesach – The Gift of the Maggid – By Ben

When Abraham greeted the three angels after his brit milah (circumcision), he did not recite a specific tefillah (prayer) as we might think of it today. Instead, the Torah describes his actions and words as expressions of hospitality and kindness. While this narrative does not include a formal prayer, Abraham’s actions and words are considered a profound expression of his faith, kindness, and dedication to serving others, even in his own time of need. This story is often cited as an example of the importance of hospitality and caring for others in Jewish tradition.

After Yaacov had the dream of the ladder reaching to heaven, he made a significant vow to God. This event is described in בראשית כח:י – כב. In his dream, Jacob saw angels ascending and descending a ladder, and HaShem promised him the land which he swore to cause Avraham and Yitzak to inherit; the blessing Yitzak blessed his chosen first born Cohen son. Jacob’s dedication of the stone as a pillar and his promise to give a tenth of his possessions also signify his devotion and gratitude.

Giving tzedakah, indeed the essential mitzvah, learned from the above Torah precedents touching the k’vanna of tohor time oriented commandments. Jewish tradition, all tefillah qualifies as a tohor time oriented commandment, including tefillah for healing. The act of giving tzedakah, seen as a way to invoke divine mercy and blessings, including for health and healing.

This concept rooted in Torah common law precedents of acts of kindness and charity can help to elevate toldot prayer, which has no k’vanna to Av tefillah which has k’vanna תמיד מעשה בראשית. The Talmud and various Jewish texts emphasize the importance of tzedakah as the prime precedent for tefillah. Highlighting the act of tzedakah in seeking divine favor and support.

In the context of a tefillah for healing, giving tzedakah seen as a way to demonstrate compassion and righteousness, aligning oneself with the values of justice and mercy that are central to Jewish faith. This practice reflects the broader principle that our actions, particularly those that benefit others, can have a profound impact on our spiritual and physical well-being.

To Build, and Not to Tear Down – Terumah 5784

When Abraham greeted the three angels after his brit milah (circumcision), he did not recite a specific tefillah (prayer) as we might think of it today. Instead, the Torah describes his actions and words as expressions of hospitality and kindness. While this narrative does not include a formal prayer, Abraham’s actions and words are considered a profound expression of his faith, kindness, and dedication to serving others, even in his own time of need. This story is often cited as an example of the importance of hospitality and caring for others in Jewish tradition.

After Yaacov had the dream of the ladder reaching to heaven, he made a significant vow to God. This event is described in בראשית כח:י – כב. In his dream, Jacob saw angels ascending and descending a ladder, and HaShem promised him the land which he swore to cause Avraham and Yitzak to inherit; the blessing Yitzak blessed his chosen first born Cohen son. Jacob’s dedication of the stone as a pillar and his promise to give a tenth of his possessions also signify his devotion and gratitude.

Giving tzedakah, indeed the essential mitzvah, learned from the above Torah precedents touching the k’vanna of tohor time oriented commandments. Jewish tradition, all tefillah qualifies as a tohor time oriented commandment, including tefillah for healing. The act of giving tzedakah, seen as a way to invoke divine mercy and blessings, including for health and healing.

This concept rooted in Torah common law precedents of acts of kindness and charity can help to elevate toldot prayer, which has no k’vanna to Av tefillah which has k’vanna תמיד מעשה בראשית. The Talmud and various Jewish texts emphasize the importance of tzedakah as the prime precedent for tefillah. Highlighting the act of tzedakah in seeking divine favor and support.

In the context of a tefillah for healing, giving tzedakah seen as a way to demonstrate compassion and righteousness, aligning oneself with the values of justice and mercy that are central to Jewish faith. This practice reflects the broader principle that our actions, particularly those that benefit others, can have a profound impact on our spiritual and physical well-being.

Torah Study: Parsha Toldot

When Abraham greeted the three angels after his brit milah (circumcision), he did not recite a specific tefillah (prayer) as we might think of it today. Instead, the Torah describes his actions and words as expressions of hospitality and kindness. While this narrative does not include a formal prayer, Abraham’s actions and words are considered a profound expression of his faith, kindness, and dedication to serving others, even in his own time of need. This story is often cited as an example of the importance of hospitality and caring for others in Jewish tradition.

After Yaacov had the dream of the ladder reaching to heaven, he made a significant vow to God. This event is described in בראשית כח:י – כב. In his dream, Jacob saw angels ascending and descending a ladder, and HaShem promised him the land which he swore to cause Avraham and Yitzak to inherit; the blessing Yitzak blessed his chosen first born Cohen son. Jacob’s dedication of the stone as a pillar and his promise to give a tenth of his possessions also signify his devotion and gratitude.

Giving tzedakah, indeed the essential mitzvah, learned from the above Torah precedents touching the k’vanna of tohor time oriented commandments. Jewish tradition, all tefillah qualifies as a tohor time oriented commandment, including tefillah for healing. The act of giving tzedakah, seen as a way to invoke divine mercy and blessings, including for health and healing.

This concept rooted in Torah common law precedents of acts of kindness and charity can help to elevate toldot prayer, which has no k’vanna to Av tefillah which has k’vanna תמיד מעשה בראשית. The Talmud and various Jewish texts emphasize the importance of tzedakah as the prime precedent for tefillah. Highlighting the act of tzedakah in seeking divine favor and support.

In the context of a tefillah for healing, giving tzedakah seen as a way to demonstrate compassion and righteousness, aligning oneself with the values of justice and mercy that are central to Jewish faith. This practice reflects the broader principle that our actions, particularly those that benefit others, can have a profound impact on our spiritual and physical well-being.

The Core Idea of Thanksgiving- Be Thankful and Do Thankful

When Abraham greeted the three angels after his brit milah (circumcision), he did not recite a specific tefillah (prayer) as we might think of it today. Instead, the Torah describes his actions and words as expressions of hospitality and kindness. While this narrative does not include a formal prayer, Abraham’s actions and words are considered a profound expression of his faith, kindness, and dedication to serving others, even in his own time of need. This story is often cited as an example of the importance of hospitality and caring for others in Jewish tradition.

After Yaacov had the dream of the ladder reaching to heaven, he made a significant vow to God. This event is described in בראשית כח:י – כב. In his dream, Jacob saw angels ascending and descending a ladder, and HaShem promised him the land which he swore to cause Avraham and Yitzak to inherit; the blessing Yitzak blessed his chosen first born Cohen son. Jacob’s dedication of the stone as a pillar and his promise to give a tenth of his possessions also signify his devotion and gratitude.

Giving tzedakah, indeed the essential mitzvah, learned from the above Torah precedents touching the k’vanna of tohor time oriented commandments. Jewish tradition, all tefillah qualifies as a tohor time oriented commandment, including tefillah for healing. The act of giving tzedakah, seen as a way to invoke divine mercy and blessings, including for health and healing.

This concept rooted in Torah common law precedents of acts of kindness and charity can help to elevate toldot prayer, which has no k’vanna to Av tefillah which has k’vanna תמיד מעשה בראשית. The Talmud and various Jewish texts emphasize the importance of tzedakah as the prime precedent for tefillah. Highlighting the act of tzedakah in seeking divine favor and support.

In the context of a tefillah for healing, giving tzedakah seen as a way to demonstrate compassion and righteousness, aligning oneself with the values of justice and mercy that are central to Jewish faith. This practice reflects the broader principle that our actions, particularly those that benefit others, can have a profound impact on our spiritual and physical well-being.

Vayeitzei 5752: Asleep on the Site of the Beis Hamikdash?!

When Abraham greeted the three angels after his brit milah (circumcision), he did not recite a specific tefillah (prayer) as we might think of it today. Instead, the Torah describes his actions and words as expressions of hospitality and kindness. While this narrative does not include a formal prayer, Abraham’s actions and words are considered a profound expression of his faith, kindness, and dedication to serving others, even in his own time of need. This story is often cited as an example of the importance of hospitality and caring for others in Jewish tradition.

After Yaacov had the dream of the ladder reaching to heaven, he made a significant vow to God. This event is described in בראשית כח:י – כב. In his dream, Jacob saw angels ascending and descending a ladder, and HaShem promised him the land which he swore to cause Avraham and Yitzak to inherit; the blessing Yitzak blessed his chosen first born Cohen son. Jacob’s dedication of the stone as a pillar and his promise to give a tenth of his possessions also signify his devotion and gratitude.

Giving tzedakah, indeed the essential mitzvah, learned from the above Torah precedents touching the k’vanna of tohor time oriented commandments. Jewish tradition, all tefillah qualifies as a tohor time oriented commandment, including tefillah for healing. The act of giving tzedakah, seen as a way to invoke divine mercy and blessings, including for health and healing.

This concept rooted in Torah common law precedents of acts of kindness and charity can help to elevate toldot prayer, which has no k’vanna to Av tefillah which has k’vanna תמיד מעשה בראשית. The Talmud and various Jewish texts emphasize the importance of tzedakah as the prime precedent for tefillah. Highlighting the act of tzedakah in seeking divine favor and support.

In the context of a tefillah for healing, giving tzedakah seen as a way to demonstrate compassion and righteousness, aligning oneself with the values of justice and mercy that are central to Jewish faith. This practice reflects the broader principle that our actions, particularly those that benefit others, can have a profound impact on our spiritual and physical well-being.

Why does God not just stop the war?

When Abraham greeted the three angels after his brit milah (circumcision), he did not recite a specific tefillah (prayer) as we might think of it today. Instead, the Torah describes his actions and words as expressions of hospitality and kindness. While this narrative does not include a formal prayer, Abraham’s actions and words are considered a profound expression of his faith, kindness, and dedication to serving others, even in his own time of need. This story is often cited as an example of the importance of hospitality and caring for others in Jewish tradition.

After Yaacov had the dream of the ladder reaching to heaven, he made a significant vow to God. This event is described in בראשית כח:י – כב. In his dream, Jacob saw angels ascending and descending a ladder, and HaShem promised him the land which he swore to cause Avraham and Yitzak to inherit; the blessing Yitzak blessed his chosen first born Cohen son. Jacob’s dedication of the stone as a pillar and his promise to give a tenth of his possessions also signify his devotion and gratitude.

Giving tzedakah, indeed the essential mitzvah, learned from the above Torah precedents touching the k’vanna of tohor time oriented commandments. Jewish tradition, all tefillah qualifies as a tohor time oriented commandment, including tefillah for healing. The act of giving tzedakah, seen as a way to invoke divine mercy and blessings, including for health and healing.

This concept rooted in Torah common law precedents of acts of kindness and charity can help to elevate toldot prayer, which has no k’vanna to Av tefillah which has k’vanna תמיד מעשה בראשית. The Talmud and various Jewish texts emphasize the importance of tzedakah as the prime precedent for tefillah. Highlighting the act of tzedakah in seeking divine favor and support.

In the context of a tefillah for healing, giving tzedakah seen as a way to demonstrate compassion and righteousness, aligning oneself with the values of justice and mercy that are central to Jewish faith. This practice reflects the broader principle that our actions, particularly those that benefit others, can have a profound impact on our spiritual and physical well-being.

Shabbat Vayera: Video Recording from tonight’s Shabbat Service and Torah Reading

When Abraham greeted the three angels after his brit milah (circumcision), he did not recite a specific tefillah (prayer) as we might think of it today. Instead, the Torah describes his actions and words as expressions of hospitality and kindness. While this narrative does not include a formal prayer, Abraham’s actions and words are considered a profound expression of his faith, kindness, and dedication to serving others, even in his own time of need. This story is often cited as an example of the importance of hospitality and caring for others in Jewish tradition.

After Yaacov had the dream of the ladder reaching to heaven, he made a significant vow to God. This event is described in בראשית כח:י – כב. In his dream, Jacob saw angels ascending and descending a ladder, and HaShem promised him the land which he swore to cause Avraham and Yitzak to inherit; the blessing Yitzak blessed his chosen first born Cohen son. Jacob’s dedication of the stone as a pillar and his promise to give a tenth of his possessions also signify his devotion and gratitude.

Giving tzedakah, indeed the essential mitzvah, learned from the above Torah precedents touching the k’vanna of tohor time oriented commandments. Jewish tradition, all tefillah qualifies as a tohor time oriented commandment, including tefillah for healing. The act of giving tzedakah, seen as a way to invoke divine mercy and blessings, including for health and healing.

This concept rooted in Torah common law precedents of acts of kindness and charity can help to elevate toldot prayer, which has no k’vanna to Av tefillah which has k’vanna תמיד מעשה בראשית. The Talmud and various Jewish texts emphasize the importance of tzedakah as the prime precedent for tefillah. Highlighting the act of tzedakah in seeking divine favor and support.

In the context of a tefillah for healing, giving tzedakah seen as a way to demonstrate compassion and righteousness, aligning oneself with the values of justice and mercy that are central to Jewish faith. This practice reflects the broader principle that our actions, particularly those that benefit others, can have a profound impact on our spiritual and physical well-being.