How to Discuss Antisemitism with Children
In my early days of training in education, I sat in on the class of a master teacher in a …
Author Archives: Rabbi Elchanan Poupko
TO HEAL AS A NATION, WE MUST BEFRIEND PEOPLE WHO DON’T SHARE OUR VIEWS
A recent study found that Americans are less divided by substantive issues, as much as they are by identity politics. Surprising? …
Why Mishloach Manot is Why We Celebrate Purim
The Mitzvah of Mishloach Manot has become synonymous with the word Purim, but why? Why is this mitzvah so unique …
American Day School Parents Should Cash in on Major Tax Cut
As it seems like the GOP tax bill is about to be finalized into law, it is essential that parents …
U.S. Senate Tax Bill Deals a Devastating Blow to Jewish Organizations
The recently passed Senate bill denies individuals to itemize their deductions and get a tax exemption for donations to nonprofits. …
Hannukah: Why a Local Military Victory, and a Small Jar of Oil Continue to Inspire Millions Around the World
Why celebrate Chanukah? It is easy to understand why we celebrate Passover, Shavuot, Sukkot, and even Purim; all of these …
10 Reasons to Invite 500 People to Your Shabbat Dinner and Why You Will Love It
When my wife asked me how many people I invited for Shabbat, I responded “more than 500.” Judging by the …
An open letter from an 11th generation rabbi to frustrated ‘Jewish Father’
Dear Jewish Father, I would like to begin by pointing out that I would never write an article attacking accountants …
As Hurricane Harvey Continues, Our Thoughts and Prayers Are With The People of Texas
I will never forget the summer of 2013. It was the summer I first visited Houston, and for that matter, …
When Israel suspends the Law of Return for Jews who criticize its policies
Where the headline “Israel Suspends the Law of Return for Jews Who Criticize Its Policies” to appear in any news …
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