Rabbi Chayim Lando
41 answers
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The 6th Aliyah
Why is the 6th Aliyah considered the most important in Hasidic circles? There are different customs as to which is the most important Aliyah. In Chassidic circles the 6th is considered to be most important as that is the one…
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Does G-d need our sacrifices?
If G-d does not eat, why do we bring animal offerings in the Temple? Anything we do “for G-d” is only from our perspective, not His. G-d is perfect. That which is perfect cannot become anything more than what it…
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Revelations in the Torah
In the bible how many people witnessed G-d, who were they and where is it mentioned? I am not clear what you mean exactly by “witnessing G-d.” To actually view G-d is something that no human being is capable of…
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Miscellaneous, Rosh HaShanah, The Calendar and Holidays (incl. Sabbath), The Chumash (Five Books of Moses)
Holiday for the Binding of Isaac
There is a Muslim holiday, called “The Feast of Sacrifice”. To my understanding it’s a celebration of Abraham’s devotion to G_d, about him being so devoted he’d sacrifice his own son. My question is, why don’t Jewish people celebrate this…
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Managing Self Improvement
How do keep improving your character traits without losing hope or getting frustrated? Thank you for your question. Unfortunately the feelings you are expressing are all too common. It is a little difficult to respond to your question with specific…
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Noah and His Name
Can you tell me the meaning of the name “Noah” and what this man stood for? The word Noah, or “noach” in Hebrew, literally means “rest.” It seems that until his birth there were many aspects of life that were…
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Raising the Bride on a Chair
What is the significance of raising the bride upon a chair, at a wedding reception? I believe it is meant to be a way of creating joy and excitement.
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Neturei Karta
I would be interested to know what you think of this video involving Neturei Karta? The video you referenced disturbed me greatly. If you will allow me a moment, I am going to get on my soap box here: I…
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Hypnosis
What is the Jewish view on hypnotism? What is the basis for this? First off, you must understand that there is a distinction between hypnosis used to help people change destructive behavioral patterns and stage hypnotism which is used in…