Minimum Wage in Halakha (Hebrew)
Published in ‘Shabbaton,’Parshat Vayishlach, 14 Kislev, 5772.
 

Rosh HaShanah is a strange mix of emotions.  The day is almost schizophrenic.  Even the melodies of the Chazzan ride up and down an emotional rollercoaster.  In the morning, we evoke the fear of the day and exclaim: “…and from the fright of the judgement my soul trembles…” “…Angels will hasten, a trembling and terror will seize them…behold it is the Day of Judgment.” Then we return home from the Synagogue, dip apples in honey and eat a festive meal!
How should we feel on Rosh HaShanah? Is it a day …

An honest look at the role of chumra (stringency) in Jewish Law & Life.

Exploring Korach’s rebellion and his religious philosophy, its relevance and danger, Rabbi Nadel also addresses some issues the NY Jewish Community is struggling with today – Charter Schools and “Half-Shabbos.”

A famous yet difficult passage in the Talmud expresses how we relate to God and His Holy Torah.