The Fisherman Who Got Away by Rabbi Mordechai Rhine As we near the conclusion of the Torah-reading cycle, the Torah informs us that the stakes are high. One who is righteous will be rewarded; one who is wicked will be punished. The Torah states this in very clear terms. “See, I am placing before you more »

by Rabbi Mordechai Rhine One of the readily understood commands of the Torah is “You shall not detract from Torah.” If not for this command, every generation would feel entitled to undo the mitzvos that they think are outdated. G-d is assuring us that the Torah is Divine. It speaks to the essence of human more »

by Rabbi Mordechai Rhine Let’s say a miracle man would arrive in town. The locals would be duly impressed by his talents and expertise. But what if he started sharing a message which differed from Torah and mitzvos? I contend that the Jews would opt out. Do you know why? Because miraculously speaking we are more »