Posted by rabbi.deutsch on 25 Jun 2012 /
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Hi, Hope all is well. … Genesis ends with the death of Jacob. He had come to Egypt with his family to be reunited with Joseph. When Jacob died? Joseph’s brothers were petrified. (Genesis, 50) “Now that Dad is gone, Joseph may take his revenge. Finally even the score.” Joseph’s response? “Don’t worry. You meant […]
Posted by rabbi.deutsch on 25 Jun 2012 /
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Hi, Chag Samayach! Happy Succot! Here’s a thought about the Succah. It’s about the schach. The roof of the Succah. Usually made of greens or bamboo. Jewish tradition says that it shouldn’t be too thick. That we should be able to see the stars when we look up. … What should seeing the stars make […]
Posted by rabbi.deutsch on 25 Jun 2012 /
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Hi, I hope you had a meaningful Yom Kippur. …The Holidays are over? Right? Wrong! The Holiday of Succot starts Wednesday night. I think it’s sad that almost everyone “does Yom Kippur.” But many don’t know about Succot. They did the fasting and the praying. But won’t do the celebration. Succot is called, “the time […]
Posted by rabbi.deutsch on 25 Jun 2012 /
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Hi, I hope you had a wonderful Rosh Hashanah. And may you and your loved ones have a Shanah Tova. Filled with good health, joy and peace! … Sorry for being a bit spotty lately. Besides the holidays, we’ve started working on our annual fundraiser. It’s a very busy time! … It reminded me of […]