When seeking a spouse, be sure to look for family values and attributes such as kindness, patience, humility, and generosity. Don't be blinded by good looks and bank accounts.
Let us take a look at the story of Ruth and see what Shavuot holiday inspiration we can 'glean' (no pun intended, for those who know the story) from it.
The ideal era is when, according to Isaiah's prophecy, there will be no more war. But until that prophecy is fulfilled, there are times when war is required, justified, and even encouraged.
Love thy neighbor as thyself – only if he is – your neighbor, i.e., virtuous but not if he is wicked, as it is written, the fear of the Lord is to hate evil (Prov.8:13).
Intermarriage is not merely unwise; it is a rebellion against Jewish tradition and Jewish continuity that will almost always end in heartache and misery.
We must go out of our way and to do anything we can to avoid embarrassing another human being. That should be among the highest priorities of God-fearing people.
The message in this week's Torah portion is to stand up for what’s right. We have to look inwards, not outwards, for strength, inspiration and direction.
A leader wants to see his flock become successful on their own. This is certainly true in the material dimension, and it is just as true in the spiritual dimension.
The Torah uses unique wording regarding the collection of funds for the sanctuary in the desert that it uses nowhere else where donations are concerned.
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, who passed away on the Sabbath, was hailed as a major force for good by heads of state and fellow spiritual leaders of various faiths.
If God endows us with certain talents and abilities, it means that He expects us to use them properly. God made you the way you are because He believes in you!