Rabbi Azriel Schreiber
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Judaism vs. Christianity
What are some difference’s between Jews and Christians (other than the Jesus being the messiah belief)? The differences between Judaism and Christianity are myriad, and it would be impossible for me to give you a comprehensive answer in the small…
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When a Jew Converts to Christianity
Do you cast away Jews who have confessed their receiving and worshipping Jesus as their newly found Lord and Master? What do Jews feel about Jews for Jesus and Messianic Jews? It should first be noted that Jewish law acknowledges…
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Rejection of Jesus as Messiah
Why did the Jews reject Jesus as the Messiah? Is it because of the abominations that this “so called servants of Jesus” did in “his name” that Jews can not love and receive him as Messiah? Answer: A bit of…
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Women Choosing To Do Extra Mitzvos
I know a woman who wears a talis and is actively involved in the services of her synagogue. I know that there are synagogues that will not allow her participation. ‘Why shouldn’t she be allowed to participate? especially in light…
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Mishnah, Midrash, Halachah, and Aggadah.
What is the difference between Mishnah, Midrash, Halachah, and Aggadah. Mishnah: Oral Law, together with the Gemara, it comprises the Talmud Halachah: Practical Law Aggadah and Midrash: homiletics, parables, anecdotes
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New Testament Prophets
Why is John (called the Baptist) not considered a prophet of Judaism. Josephus seemed to think well of him. And aside from his relationship with Jesus (in the opinion of Christianity) there is nothing that really makes him a false…
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Role of Women
What is the role of women in Judaism? Women are required to fulfill slightly fewer directives, but essentially must meet the same requirements and achieve the same goal as men.
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What Is Expected of Jews
What behavior is expected from Jews in Judaism? Jews are expected to adhere to God’s directives, which are themselves intended to instruct and accustom people to lead refined lives.
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Honoring the Deceased
I live in an area where there is not a daily minyan. I am saying Kaddish for my father. Is there an on line minyan that I can plug into so that I can say Kaddish in the virtual presence…