Yom Iyyun: Engaging in Prayer as Practice

Bo 5785: The Age of Unsurance

Jan 31, 2025

"Insurance is one of finance’s great gifts to mankind. Through the statistical magic of risk pooling, an individual can obtain peace of mind and protection against devastating loss." A perhaps unexpected opening sentence to a Shabbat reflection from yours truly. But the article it comes from, by Wall Street Journal writer Greg Ip, really grabbed my attention. I had always kind of assumed that,...

What a Week: Vaera 5785

Jan 24, 2025

What an intense week it has been. Yes, yes: I'll get to the new administration in a bit. But there was much more to this week too. For me, the week began with clearing out my mother's apartment and visiting her frequently, as we moved her into memory care. Not a simple thing, of course. It's definitely the right move for this moment in her life, and she is adjusting to it with her customary...

A Spiritual Ladder (Shemot 5785)

Jan 17, 2025

When I was a kid, in order to become an Eagle Scout you needed to earn 21 merit badges. Of those, some were required and some were elective. I remember my electives included things like ice skating and music (which were, conveniently, things I did anyway outside of Scouting). The required merit badges were things like First Aid (no surprise), Citizenship in the Community, Swimming and...

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Bo 5785: The Age of Unsurance

What a Week: Vaera 5785

A Spiritual Ladder (Shemot 5785)

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