Author - Mendy

The Benefits of Galut

Galut is a slumber and a dream. In sleep, there is a diminution of the bond between body and soul — indeed, the Talmud considers sleep to be “a sixtieth part of...

What is the Temple?

A. The Holy Temple, a.k.a. the Beit Hamikdash (pronounced BAYt hah-MIK-dahsh), was the football-stadium-sized, multi-level, indoor-outdoor structure that was the nucleus...

What is the Livyatan Feast?

The Livyatan Feast is mentioned many times in the Talmudic and Midrashic literature. Livyatan is a giant fish which was created during the Six days of Creation. G-d...

You Make A Difference To Me

One day, a New York City high school teacher called up each of her senior students, one by one, to the front of the class. She proceeded to tell them how important each...

The Prophet Elijah

The Messianic redemption is closely associated with the name of the prophet Elijah. He is regarded as the forerunner of Moshiach, “the harbinger who will proclaim peace...

Dealing with Loss

Question: Recently, I lost a beloved son. I have struggled with grief and anger and somewhat made peace. I am writing to you because I heard a quotation, and I sense...

Meaning and Chaos

What is the relationship between goodness, kindness, selflessness — and material success? Does goodness lead to health and prosperity? This question, at the heart...

The Intimate Estrangement

When the pagans entered the Holy Temple, they saw the keruvim cleaving to each other. They took them out to the streets and said: “These Jews… is this what they...