Rabbi Gershon Litt
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I am the Esecutive Director of the Norfolk Area Community Kollel, a Jewish
educational institution that services all of the Jewish organizations in
Hampton Roads. I have a wife, Sara, and three children.
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G-d’s Expectations and the Value of Action
When life hits a person hard does life, and G-D expect a lot from a person? Also, I cant remember the title of the piece, but the only thing I can remember is that when a person reads the bible…
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Yom Kippur on Shabbat
I had a question about Yom Kippur falling on Friday Night. I am planning to serve a pre-fast meal before going to Kol Nidre services. Is there anything special I need to know regarding blessings over bread and wine? Also,…
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Grim Reaper’s Jewish Name
What name do Jews call the Angel of Death? By this I don’t mean the scary grim reaper depicted in the media. Rather what angel accompanies a soul when person dies? Answer: Thank you for your question. Judaism teaches us…
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Always Be Thankful
How does one in good conscience give thanks for the good fortune and bounty of one’s life if they were gained historically through the pain suffering and misfortune of others? Answer: Thanks for asking this great question. We live on…
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Prayer for the President
I’d like to know how I am to pray regarding the new President of the USA. What are your views on this? Answer: This is a very good question. In terms of what our prayers should be for the president…
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Death of Animals and Children in the Flood
My daughter, who is in first grade, has a difficult time understanding why all the animals died in the flood during the time of Noah., as well as the children. Can you give me an answer for her? Answer: The…
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Holy Underwear?!
Many of my friends are unsettled with the fact I have chosen to become more observant of Jewish tradition. They are continually jabbing me as a result of this decision. One of the ongoing jokes is that I will have…