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Only in Israel - Recipes for Shavuot on Milk Cartons
Hi Everyone!
Tonight, I was shopping for food at a local supermarket.
I noticed on the sides several of the milk containers there
were recipes for Shavuot.
I took a few quick photos and posted them at:
Cool! Only in Israel!
Chag Shavuot Sameach!
Jacob Richman
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Today's Inspiration - Shabbat shalom - Chag Shavuot sameach!
The Third Month
Said the Alexanderer Rabbi: "The fundamentals of Judaism were given to Israel in gradations. In the first month of the Exodus, Israel learned that the Lord is Almighty; in the second month, that the Lord is a Provider (the manna began in the scond month); in the third month, they were prepared to learn that the Lord is Just, and they received the Torah."
Source: Siach Sarfei Kodesh
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SEFER CHOFETZ CHAIM
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Day 60 ¨C Problem Students
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The dedicated teacher often finds it necessary to discuss the progress and difficulties of students with parents, colleagues and principals.? A lack of clear guidelines with regard to loshon hora(2) can create either a free-for-all
atmosphere, where people talk about anyone with anyone, or, at the other extreme, a simplistic approach to Shmiras Haloshon(3) which could inhibit the teacher¡¯s effectiveness as an educator.
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Generally speaking, the area of chinuch (child education and upbringing) constitutes a constructive purpose which would permit relating negative information concerning a student.? However, the specific conditions which permit speaking negatively for a constructive
purpose must never be overlooked.
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Verification of facts is crucial.? For a teacher to play amateur psychologist and hastily diagnose the student as having some complex disability or disorder without pursuing the matter properly constitutes recklessness ¨C and the consequences can be devastating.?
To communicate one¡¯s evaluation under such circumstances would be hotzaas shem ra (slander).? It is an unfortunate fact that certain problematic children have not succeeded only as a result of having been misunderstood by a teacher, whose labeling tainted
the image of that student in the eyes of all his future teachers.?
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A teacher must make every effort to fully understand the behavior of each student; he must not be swift to condemn.? It is essential that a student feel comfortable about expressing his true feelings to his teacher (in a respectable manner, of course).? Conditions
1-4 of constructive speech (see Day 50) necessitate a good heart-to-heart talk with the student before reporting a problem (unless one suspects that serious danger may be imminent).
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Source of Merit
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To reject loshon hora as false is an exceedingly great source of merit ¡ª especially if the subject of the report is respected as a man of spiritual stature. Tanna D¡¯Vei Eliyahu (II, ch. 7) states:
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It is said of Yeravam ben Yoash that he was a man who accorded the prophets honor. Therefore, those nations which the Holy One, Blessed is He, did not give over into the hands of Yehoshua bin Nun or David, King of Israel, He gave over into the hands of Yeravam
ben Yoash, as it is written, ¡°He [Yeravam] returned the borders of Israel from the approach to Chamas until the sea of Aravah ...¡± (II Melachim 14:25). Why did Yeravam, who was an idol worshiper, merit this? Because he did not accept loshon hora regarding
the prophet Amos. ...At that moment [when he rejected the report against the prophet], God said, ¡°Though the generation is guilty of idol worship and its leader is guilty of idol worship, nevertheless, the land which I promised to Avraham, Yitzchak and Yaakov
will be given over into his [Yeravam¡¯s] hands.¡±
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Updated: The Seven Species Page
Hi Everyone!
Today, I updated the seven species stamps page.
I added information links and several videos.
Enjoy. Please share. Thank you!
Shavuot Sameach!
Happy Shavuot!
Jacob Richman
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The Gift
The Sadigurer Rabbi explained that the Torah does not name the Feast of Shevuoth "The Feast of the Receiving of the Law" for the reason that it is unmannerly for one who presents a gift to another person to ask him to rejoice over the gift.
Source: Esser Oroth
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SEFER CHOFETZ CHAIM
Day 58 ¨C Avoiding Flattery
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Even where it is permissible to speak negatively for a constructive purpose, one must avoid insincere flattery.? It is forbidden to be critical of someone when he is not present, yet demonstrate approval of his behavior in his presence.?
If the concern is that the person¡¯s feelings not be hurt, then the solution is to express respect and concern for him as a person, but clear disapproval of his behavior.
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If one is certain that reproof will be ignored, and is therefore prepared to publicize the person¡¯s behavior as an attempt to induce him to change his ways, one must nevertheless approach the sinner first, so as not to be suspected of insincerity.
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In the above case, where it is clear that the person will not be moved by rebuke, one can remove the need for first speaking to him by dispelling any possible suspicions concerning one¡¯s own sincerity.? For example, if one speaks against the perpetrator in
public (in the presence of three) rather than speaking to individual members of the community in private, it becomes clear to all that the speaker could not be attempting to gain favor with the perpetrator by showing acceptance of his behavior.? Similarly,
if the speaker is known to be zealous and outspoken and would not be suspected of flattery, he could resort to private discussion.? Also, if it is clear to all that the perpetrator is a difficult personality, and publicly criticizing his behavior could be
dangerous, then one may speak against him in private without fear of personal suspicion.
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A Proper Outlook
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Anyone who sincerely strives to emulate Aharon HaKohen, who loved and pursued peace, must refrain from speaking loshon hora and from accepting as truth the loshon hora related to him by others.1 To accept gossip as truth is to be led along the path of sinas
chinam (baseless hatred), quarreling and strife.
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When a person is told that So-and-so has spoken or acted negatively toward him and he accepts this report as fact, he will inevitably quarrel with that person. In the end, the two will become bitter enemies, to the point that each will seek the downfall of
the other and will rejoice over the other¡¯s misfortune.
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Now, would the listener react in the way dictated by Torah, all this would not occur, for upon hearing the report, he would think to himself that perhaps the information is entirely false, or at least laced with falsehood in a way that totally alters the true
nature of what had occurred. Or, perhaps the speaker had omitted certain key details which, had they been mentioned, would have cast the matter in an entirely different light. As we all know, even a change of nuance can alter a word portrait drastically.
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Would the listener follow the way of Torah, he would seek some source of merit for the alleged perpetrator. Perhaps whatever had been done was committed without intent to harm. Any and all of the above possibilities would preclude ill feeling and ensure that
strife not come between the two parties.
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Keep reading Day 59, the lesson for Shabbos
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SEFER CHOFETZ CHAIM
Day 59 ¨C Character Deficiencies
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Helping one¡¯s fellow to improve his character also falls within the realm of
toeles, constructive purpose.? If an acquaintance requires character refinement, then the
mitzvah to reprove one¡¯s fellow Jew requires one to bring the matter to that person¡¯s attention with care and sensitivity.? However, if one feels incapable of offering reproof and knows that others are also aware of this person¡¯s character deficiencies,
he is permitted to discuss the matter with them and seek their advice or involvement, if necessary.? Though we have seen that it is lowly and forbidden to speak negatively of someone even with those who are already aware of the information, constructive speech
is not at all lowly.
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Should one find it necessary to consult with someone who is unaware of this person¡¯s deficiencies for guidance in how to approach the person, he may do so, for this too constitutes constructive speech.? However, if it is possible to discuss the issue without
mentioning names, then this course must be followed.
We have already seen (Day 53) that if one seeks the active involvement of someone who is unaware of the situation, that individual would have to investigate the matter personally and verify the facts before taking definitive action.
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No Credibility
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When one is told loshon hora and attempts to follow the Torah¡¯s command to reject it as false, the evil inclination often counters with the following argument: ¡°How can you not accept this report as fact? Dare you accuse the speaker of lying, of transgressing
the prohibition, ¡®Distance yourself from falsehood¡¯? ¡± (Shemos 23:7).
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The response to this is as follows: If you were to see a Jew [who is knowledgeable in the laws of Jewish observance] flagrantly violate Torah law, would you then accept as fact whatever information he has to offer about others? Certainly not! Surely one cannot
trust the word of one who openly flouts Hashem¡¯s will.
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A Jew who speaks ill of his fellow has transgressed ¡°You shall not be a gossipmonger among your people¡± (Vayikra
19:16), a most severe prohibition. As the halachah makes clear, this prohibition is violated even when the report is true. Thus, the speaker is guilty of severe transgression and, as such, has no credibility.
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Photos of Ma'ale Adumim Celebrating Jerusalem Day
Hi Everyone!
Today, there was a special event in Ma'ale Adumim
celebrating Jerusalem Day which was last Friday.
I posted photos at:
Enjoy!
Have a good night,
Jacob Richman
jrichman@...
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Kivrei Tzadikim Trip for Women with Rebbetzin Tziporah Gottleib/Heller
"TIME FOR YIDDISHKEIT"
A Davening trip for
Women
At the Kivrei
Tzaddikim in Eretz Yisrael
With
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Rebbetzin Tziporah Gottleib/Heller
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A unique opportunity to open the gates of
tefillah
By evoking the merit of the great tzaddikim!
In the most
amazing beauty of Eretz Israel
See the greatness
of Hashem, thanking and opening your heart
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Tuesday 17th?of
Sivan ¨C 6th?of June 2023? 8am-11pm approximately
Join us for an?unforgettable?trip!
Bus pick-up points in Yerushalayim and Beit Shemesh.
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of Rabbi Halafta and his sons ¡¤???????Kever
of Eliezer Ben Yaakov and his father ? ? ?¡¤?????? Kever
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more if time permits?
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Also on the program:
?Gourmet Dinner at the Moshav of Migdal
& Glass Paint Workshops!!?
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Accompanied by?inspiring shiurim?and the?unforgettable ruach?created by being
with other women who?want more in their
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?Comments from women who participated in trips in the past:?
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I came on a trip
you organised 3 years ago. It's one of the most meaningful and enjoyable trips I
have ever been on!
Ester - Leaving
from Ramat Beit Shemesh.
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Thank you so much
for a fabulous and extremely inspiring trip. Please keep me posted on all future
trips.
Thanks?so
much.
Chodesh tov,
Devorah
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Thank you and
your very special family for such a wonderful trip. It was an amazing Chizuk
and wonderful recharge for me. Please let me know about future
trips.??
Have a great
Shabbos!
Sara
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I loved the
trip-- very inspiring
Being with your
mom is like being with a rebbi!
Chaya
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Dear Deborah
I feel like my
spiritual batteries have been recharged...
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Whose ever
tefillas are answered is in your Zechus.
May Hashem shower
you & your family with more brachas than you can ever hold.
With appreciation
to you , The Rebbetzin, your daughter Esty & Rachel.
Thank you?
Maddy?
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Sending voice
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Family needs urgent help please
Shalom, and Chodesh Tov to all.
We
have been trying to help a family that lives in Jerusalem in a terrible situation. They can be
evicted and have the electricity disconnected at any time. Since our
last posting, the father's health has gotten worse and they need urgent
help. They have no other family to help them.
Rabbis Berel Wein, Amram Rister and Zvi Schwartz can all verify this sad story.
The
father is sick with cancer and other health problems and spends a lot
of time in the hospital. At this point he can barely walk. He has
already had two surgeries with more to come. He raises his son alone,
which is very difficult for him. The boy studies in a special school and
was also recently in the hospital.
The
father is in debt due to the bankruptcy of a company he worked for from
outside of Israel. They owe him a lot of money that he will never
receive.
Please kindly help them. They need to pay rent and bills this week or could be in the street.
This
is a nice man that has always helped others and now unfortunately is in
urgent need of help. Even in his current situation he arranges food for
poor people for Shabbat.
There
are American and Israeli charities accepting donations for them, and it
is also possible to help through their grocery store (makolet) or by
bank transfer to friends that are trying to help the family. Feel free
to write to me for details.
For USA tax deductible
receipts, the Bayswater Neighbors Fund has a website to donate. I will
write the link below. If anyone prefers to send a check, please email me
and I will send the address.
Right above the SUBMIT button on
the donation form is written "My contribution is for:" and then they
have a drop-down menu to choose where the donation will go. Important to
choose, "Family in Jerusalem", and push the Submit button once. This is very important or they will not know to whom to give the donation. Please also email me if you donate so we can follow up. Here is the link to donate.
For Israel donations/receipts, please see the link below. It is VERY IMPORTANT to write FUND 2110
in the comment box or the donation will not go to the family and to
email me if you donate so we can follow up. Here is the link for the
Mekimi organization donation page.
Then click on"Secured donation by credit card" and please remember to write FUND 2110 in the comment box.
Thank you all in advance. Tizku L'Mitzvot?
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Giving or Receiving
The Kotzker Rabbi gave two reasons for our naming the Feast of Shavuot "The Time of the Giving of Our Torah," and not "The Time of Our receiving of the Torah."
The first reason is that while the Torah was given us in the Time of Moses, we continue to receive the Torah all the time henceforth.
The second reason is that, while the Torah was given to every Jew alike, it was not received by everyone in equal proportion, since the receiving depends on the power of the understanding in each individual.
Source: Siach Sarfei Kodesh
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Too Wise for Piety
Rabbi Phineas of Koretz was accustomed to say: "I am constantly in fear lest I become too wise to remain pious."
Source: HAsidic Anthology
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Educational and Fun Resources for Shavuot
Hi Everyone!
Shavuot is the Jewish holiday that celebrates the giving of the?
Torah, the first harvest, and the ripening of the first fruits.?
The two day festival - 1 day in Israel - begins on Thursday night,?
May 25, 2023.
The Jewish Trivia Quiz
has a selection of multiple choice questions about Shavuot.
What are the five names of Shavuot ?
On what mountain did Moses receive the Ten Commandments ?
How many letters are there in the Torah ?
In the days of the Temple what did people do on Shavuot ?
Who married Ruth ?
Who was Ruth the great-grandmother of ?
What is the connection between the number 7 and Shavuot ?
The above questions are examples from the multiple choice?
quiz. There are two levels of questions and two timer settings.
Adults and children will find The Jewish Trivia Quiz entertaining and
educational.
Free Shavuot Clipart?
Whether you need a picture for your child's class project,?
a graphic for your synagogue, Hillel or JCC Shavuot
announcement, the Jewish Clipart Database has the pictures
for you. You can copy, save and print the graphics in
three different sizes.?
English Hebrew Shavuot vocabulary study sheets.?
Learn Hebrew words related to Shavuot:?
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Cool Shavuot Videos
The Shavuot Photo Gallery?
Spotify Shavuot Songs playlist at:
New ->> The Shavuot Humor Page
To learn more about Shavuot, I posted on?
my website 50 links, ranging from laws and?
customs to games and recipes.?
Site languages include English, Hebrew, Russian,?
Spanish, French, Italian, Dutch and Portuguese.
The address is:
Please share the holiday resources. Thank you!
Chodesh Tov!
Chag Shavuot Sameach!
Have a Happy Shavuot!
Jacob Richman
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Jacob Richman
