Tag Archives: Synagogue

Was The Rav Modern Orthodox?

Marc B. Shapiro blogs: Since I mentioned some stories from Halakhic Man that show that the Rav did not have a Modern Orthodox ethos, I will also say something about the following story, which some have wondered about.   Once … Continue reading

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Why Are There No Female Saints In Judaism?

Professor Marc B. Shapiro writes: Since I mentioned some stories from Halakhic Man that show that the Rav did not have a Modern Orthodox ethos, I will also say something about the following story, which some have wondered about. Once … Continue reading

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What Do I Do When I Get Bored?

I never get bored. Sometimes I get depressed and feel hopeless but I never get bored. I always feel like there are many things to do. I always feel like I don’t have enough time. My life is full. I … Continue reading

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‘Thanks to the Lord for giving me this Mexican to water my lawn and blow my leaves away’

I’ve got the Luke Ford Fan Blogger in my live cam chat tonight (then Eliot Stein joined us): CXXX:  so how long does luke actually sit on here at night? Wookie:  should pull out a belt for s**ts and giggles … Continue reading

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‘Are You Homeless, Mentally Ill Or Deranged?’

Saturday afternoon, a friend of mine was taking a nap in her crowded car at the LA Public Library on Overland — Rancho Park. A strange man (a high school AP English teacher) approached. "Are you OK?" he asked. "I’m … Continue reading

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