Rabbi Dovid Heber
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Passover – Back to Back Celebrations
I’m familiar with the Passover festival that begins on the 15th day of the Jewish month of Nisan. Yet, the Bible (Leviticus 23:5-6 and other places) seems to indicate that Passover is on the 14th of the Jewish month of…
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Wholesome Premarital Values
I believe that before marriage we should have limitations in relationships with people. The way we talk and interact should be definitely different from the way we interact with fiance or husband. This limitation is a means for respect and dignity for ourselves. I am…
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The 10 Names of Moses
Can you please tell me the 10 names of Moses/Moshe? who called him what? what is the meaning and in which book can you find it? Answer: The names are: Yered, Chever, Yekusiel, Avigdor, Avi Socho, Avi Zonoiach, Tuvia, Shmaya, Ben…
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Why Get Married and When?
Why should a woman get married? What makes a person feel ready to start looking for marriage. Answer: You are asking a wonderful question! It is good that a woman’s life is full and fulfilling before she gets married and indeed…
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Future of the State of Israel
I recently read a disturbing story about the state of Israel and its destruction in 2023. Is this true and what can we do about making sure it does not happen? Answer: Thank you for your message. Since we don’t…
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Non-Kosher Pride
T.S. Elliot said, “humility is the most difficult of all virtues to achieve; nothing dies harder than the desire to think well of self”. I’m finding this a remarkably true statement and would appreciate any suggestions or advice on how…
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Why don’t people study Tanach?
Hello, I was wondering what happened to the study of Tanach. I have read the entire Tanach and am reading it a 2nd time but I’ve noticed many Rabbis havent even read the whole thing. Why is that? It’s an…
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Understanding Tum’ah (Spiritual Uncleanliness)
My son is studying for his Bar Mitzvah and his Torah portion is Leviticus 14:1-15:33. He is having trouble understanding the meaning of being unclean as it relates to the men’s and women’s discharges and other bodily functions. How can…
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How to Change
I want to change my negative, evil thoughts to good, positive and productive ones that are more selfless. Do you have any suggestions on articles or books I could read? Answer: I’ve noticed that there are many, many approaches to…