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What Does "Vort" Mean?
Nothing is simple in Yiddish, and even the simplest vort takes on the most delightful meanings.
The Chevra Kadisha
It is considered a sacred duty and a great kindness to be a part of the Chevra Kadisha, and it is an honor to be included in this group of dedicated volunteers.
By Menachem Posner
Beautiful Women on the Battlefield and the Power of ‘No’
Torah doesn’t permit us to have whatever we want just because we want it.
By Hanna Perlberger
Facing My Decision: Why Stay Religious?
I was sure that my future would not hold the religious beliefs I had grown up with. To me, the rules and guidelines I was forced to keep in school were all that was keeping me religious.
By Etti Krinsky
A Mother’s Perspective: Impressions from My Baby’s Hospitalization
Sharing a hospital room provides a glimpse into the life of fellow sufferers, which helps to put the trials and tribulations of life into perspective.
By Sari Blum
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