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This column was challenging and somewhat painful to write in light of the Israel-Hamas war causing so much death and destruction. So I went to the Bible, other writings, and history for inspiration, … more
Bundled up in layers and gloves, I was taking my daily afternoon stroll in my cul-de-sac a few days after falling back to Eastern Standard Time, when I became dismayed by a sign of the coming winter: … more
I was never able to pronounce the name of this pastry correctly. Sfenj actually means “sponge,” and these are indeed spongy, springy and full of air bubbles. I learned this recipe from my friend and pastry chef Ruta ... more
Harvard Prof. Shaye J.D. Cohen identifies the Maccabean Revolt against Greek King Antiochus IV Epiphanes, which began in 167 B.C.E., as “history’s first recorded struggle for relgious … more
As I write this column, we face continuing troubles worldwide. In the Middle East, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a short pause in the fighting, which will probably be over by the time you read … more
Vigils, fundraising, sources of information, help and healing – so many things have been needed, and offered, throughout the Rhode Island Jewish community in the wake of Hamas’ vicious … more
The horrific and fast-moving events in Israel and the Gaza Strip pose a unique challenge for a small, monthly Jewish newspaper in Rhode Island: How do you accurately show what’s happening there … more
PROVIDENCE – The Sisterhood of Temple Beth-El has transformed its annual Hanukkah sale into an Artisan Marketplace and Scholastic Book Fair, which members hope will attract shoppers from … more
The University of Rhode Island Hillel has a lot to celebrate this fall: It’s the 13th year, or B mitzvah year, of the Norman M. Fain Hillel Center; the chai (18th) year of Hillel Executive … more
Tonight marks our 12th annual meeting. As you may know, the number 12 has great symbolism in Judaism. Almost all of that symbolism derives from the 12 tribes of Israel, each connected to one of Jacob’s sons. After the exodus from Egypt, the Israelites were organized by these 12 tribes. In fact, we learned a few weeks ago in Bamidbar that each tribe had a specific place around the mishkan, around the tabernacle. Each tribe had uniqueness, but they all shared a common identity and a shared faith and mission. more
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