Category Archives: Personal

Shmuel Herzfeld – A Gay-Friendly Orthodox Rabbi

James Kirchick writes: Unlike most Orthodox synagogues, some of those congregants at Ohev Sholom are gay and don’t feel pressured into keeping that fact a secret with their rabbi or fellow worshipers. This is of course in large part attributable … Continue reading

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Am I Tznious Or Not?

I report, you decide. Fair, balanced, and unafraid. Or as an ex put it just before leaving me for a girl: "You are unbelievably crude, so rude to so many people, you don’t care about how you look, and worst … Continue reading

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I Love People Who Love Their Parents

I’ve found that people who hate their parents are usually trouble. People who love their parents tend to be better-adjusted to life. They tend to play more nicely with others. They’re happier. They have bonds. I know one pick-up artist … Continue reading

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Modesty

I was walking to shul on Pico Blvd this morning near two modestly dressed fat women in their thirties complaining about friends. One said: "Even if a garment is loose and covers everything, it is not tznious (modest) if it … Continue reading

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She Wanted To Give Me Her Heart!

When a woman offers me her body, I know how to respond. I say no because the Torah forbids me. But when a woman I don’t even know offers me a "Heart!" on Facebook  — and the woman appears in … Continue reading

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