Stories for the Yom Tov Table
From Stories for the Shabbos Table
Families · Stories · 3 pages
A collection of three short, impactful stories from Jewish texts, each followed by a discussion prompt for the holidays.
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25 carefully selected Divrei Torah for children, families and adults.
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From Stories for the Shabbos Table
Families · Stories · 3 pages
A collection of three short, impactful stories from Jewish texts, each followed by a discussion prompt for the holidays.
Adults · Essays · 1 page · Short Vort
This publication provides a thought-provoking analysis of the spiritual meaning behind the shofar blast and the Rosh Hashanah prayer 'Hayom Haras Olam,' combining classic commentary with modern reflection for personal growth.
From Parsha Questions & Answers
Children · Questions & Answers · 1 page · Short Vort
The questions everyone actually asks about Rosh Hashanah — shofar, Tashlich, the Mussaf tefillos, and more — each answer sourced from Gemara and halacha.
Children · Stories · 4 pages
This is Pirchei Weekly Issue #48, a magazine-style publication for Rosh Hashanah. It includes a Torah essay (Avinu Malkeinu - exploring fear and happiness on Rosh Hashanah), a Gedolim Glimpses bio (R' Binyamin Zeilberger), halacha notes, a true story (The Everlasting Friendship about Refael Aaron Elazary), a Focus on Middos letter about davening for a sick friend, and a comic strip about R' Yehuda Fetaya maintaining composure on Rosh Hashanah.
Adults · Essays · Long Study · 38 pages
This publication provides collected thoughts from Rabbi Elimelech Biderman, offering insights on Jewish law and philosophy, including discussions on tzedakah, emunah, and teshuvah, with stories and commentary from various sources.
Families · Stories · 16 pages
This publication provides weekly Torah insights adapted from classic ArtScroll titles, offering short essays and stories that draw lessons from the weekly Torah portion and Jewish holidays.
Adults · Essays · 2 pages
This publication provides short, concise Torah insights and stories, focusing on the legacy of great Jewish scholars and their contributions to Jewish life and law.
Adults · Essays · 2 pages
A publication featuring profound divrei Torah based on the teachings of Rav Shimshon Chaim Nachmani, offering insights into Torah passages and their relevance to contemporary life.
Adults · Essays · 10 pages
This publication explores the topic of poverty through a Torah lens, discussing its causes, challenges, benefits, and the Jewish perspective on avoiding or coping with it, based on the teachings of Rav Avigdor Miller.
Children · Stories · 2 pages
A children's publication explaining Jewish concepts through engaging stories and relatable characters, often featuring two main characters, Anshel and Joel, who explore different aspects of Jewish life.
Adults · Essays · Long Study · 28 pages
This publication presents profound Torah essays by Rav Avigdor Miller ZT"L, focusing on Rosh Hashanah's core themes of Hashem's kingship and ethical conduct, highlighting their foundational importance.
Adults · Essays · 2 pages
This publication offers a variety of Torah insights, including Halacha, short explanations of the weekly Parsha, ethical teachings from Chazal, and contemporary stories.
Families · Brief Insights · 2 pages
This publication provides a weekly summary of Jewish law and customs, including parsha insights, halachic guidelines, and reminders for upcoming events.
Families · Stories · 2 pages
This publication presents real-life dilemmas and stories, prompting readers to consider halachic and ethical responses within a Jewish framework, often focusing on interpersonal relationships and positive thinking.
Adults · Essays · 4 pages
This publication offers an in-depth exploration of weekly Torah portions, blending traditional commentaries with contemporary insights and stories, and includes 'Parsha Points to Ponder' for further thought.
Adults · Essays · 2 pages
This publication provides in-depth analyses of weekly Torah portions, drawing connections between different Talmudic and Midrashic sources to extract profound insights and practical lessons for daily life.
Adults · Essays · 9 pages
This publication explores the "shidduch crisis" in the Orthodox Jewish community, attributing it to ga'avah (arrogance) and the refusal to accept Hashem's will in finding a spouse, emphasizing the importance of humility and trust in divine providence over personal preferences.
Adults · Stories · 3 pages
This publication uses parsha insights to discuss communication and positive speech, illustrating its points with a story about President Truman.
Adults · Essays · 4 pages
This publication explores the deeper meaning of crowning Hashem as King on Rosh Hashanah, emphasizing submission to His will and refraining from questioning His ways, even when they are beyond our understanding, drawing on sources like the Sfas Emes and the Akeidah.
Adults · Essays · 4 pages
This publication explores the concept of crowning Hashem as King on Rosh Hashanah, emphasizing accepting His will even when it's challenging or not understood, drawing insights from Sfas Emes and the Akeidah.
From Lechteich
Adults · Essays · 8 pages
This publication explores profound concepts related to Rosh Hashanah, including the establishment of Hashem's sovereignty, the power of the shofar, and the impact of tefillos on the year ahead.
Adults · Brief Insights · 4 pages
This publication provides a collection of short articles, stories, halacha, and weekly tidbits, offering insights and lessons from Jewish tradition applicable to daily life.
Families · Brief Insights · 8 pages
This publication offers a variety of Torah insights, including a deep dive into Ramchal's work, practical Halacha, and inspirational short stories, all aimed at enhancing Jewish family life.
Adults · Essays · 2 pages
This publication provides in-depth analyses of Halachic topics and broader Torah concepts, offering insights into Jewish law and thought with references to classical commentaries.
Adults · Essays · 2 pages
This publication provides short divrei Torah, focusing on Mussar and ethical self-improvement, with a particular emphasis on the concept of free will and the importance of Torah study in guiding choices.