by Glenn Vandaveer | Parasha Meditations
Parashat Shemini Is it True that “You are What you Eat”? I used to be a vegetarian before I embarked on the Torah path. So were my husband and many of our friends. We felt, that not eating un-kosher meat, greatly protected us from its negative effect. Therefore, we...
by Rebbetzin Chana Bracha | Parasha Meditations
Rebbetzin at Ma’arat HaMachpela during 10 Days of RepentanceSukkot is my favorite time when we open ourselves to go with the flow. The Sukkah teaches us the importance of being flexible and creative, to keep moving and growing, like Hashem’s Cloud of Glory which...
by Rebbetzin Chana Bracha | Parasha Meditations
Yom Kippur – feel the best everYom Kippur is actually the happiest day of the year, because on this day Hashem forgives all of our sins, he wipes our slate clean and gives us new chance to start our life anew. We are so fortunate that Hashem loves us and...
by Rebbetzin Chana Bracha | Parasha Meditations
Remembering this year and Rebbetzin’s special tour to North AmericaDear Friends and Supporters, Once again the New Year is upon us. Let’s stand up and ask ourselves: “Am I ready? Am I ready to face Hashem? What can I do in that short remaining time, to lift...
by Rebbetzin Chana Bracha | Parasha Meditations
Rebbetzin is ready with her fruits!Parashat Ki Tavo always moves me with its descriptions of love of the Land. I also can’t wait till the time – may it be soon – when I will be able to bring up the first fruits of my garden for a Temple offering! As you will read in...
by Rebbetzin Chana Bracha | Parasha Meditations
Happy Birthday Rebbetzin!!I connect with Parashat Ki Tetze in a special personal way, since it is my birthday parasha. I always like to keep busy, multi-tasking and striving to accomplish more and more. Interpersonal relationships and communication occupies a great...
