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FROM THE RABBI'S DESK
Notes, Insights, and Memos from the Desk of Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Sep 235 min
The Essential Art of Appreciation
That piece of clothing we bought with little thought, is the very same that someone is saving up in the hopes that one day they will be...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Sep 42 min
Anti-Semitism, now what?
Dear Friends, Many Jews across the diaspora are grappling with the alarming rise in anti-Semitism since the tragic events of Simchat...
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Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Jul 223 min
[23] The Fast of Tammuz, Three Weeks, Nine Days, and Tisha B'Av
IN THIS POST The Fast of Tammuz The Three Weeks The Nine Days Tisha B'Av The three weeks leading up to Tisha B’Av are a period of...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Jul 53 min
The Sun and Tammuz: Yosef vs Esav
Yosef’s story teaches us that even in the darkest times, Hashem’s guiding hand is at work, leading us toward redemption.
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
May 102 min
Be Holy!
Let us strive to be a beacon of light and righteousness in a world often clouded by darkness and confusion.
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Apr 212 min
Erev Pesach Primer 5784/2024
Download or print this guide here THE NIGHT OF EREV PESACH - SUNDAY NIGHT, APRIL 21 Bedikat Chametz / The Search for Chametz - On the...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Apr 82 min
The Jewish Year's Cycle
If we delve deeper, the cycle of each year is a microcosm of our history.
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Mar 115 min
The Joy in Judaism and Why I Give Your Kids Candy in Shul!
Let’s be real, compelling a child (or teenager or even an adult!) to attend a lengthy, solemn service, reading from a black and white...
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Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Feb 224 min
[22] Hilchos Tzedaka: The Laws of Charity (Part 2 of 2)
IN THIS ARTICLE: Who to give, the priorities of giving, turning down requests, backround checks, how much to give, and three interesting...
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Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Feb 154 min
[21] Hilchos Tzedaka: The Laws of Charity (Part 1 of 2)
IN THIS ARTICLE: The source, who is obligated, how to give, pledging verbally, pledging mentally, and when to give. INTRODUCTION The...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Feb 82 min
Two Adar’s and Mini Purim!
Rav Moshe Isserlis, the Rema (1530 - 1572), concludes his magnificent comments on the Shulchan Aruch by discussing whether one is...
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Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Dec 27, 20233 min
[20] Amira L'Akum: A Non-Jew's Help on Shabbos (Part 5 of 5)
After detailing the prohibition and exceptions, we conclude with some final Halachos and also explain the reasons for the prohibition of...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Dec 21, 20233 min
[19] Amira L'Akum: A Non-Jew's Help on Shabbos (Part 4 of 5)
Detailing the final three exceptions when one can use a non-Jew's help on Shabbos and Yom Tov, and how these can be used. BEIN...
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Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Dec 14, 20233 min
[18] Amira L'Akum: A Non-Jew's help on Shabbos (Part 3 of 5)
We continue detailing the exceptions when one can use a non-Jew's help on Shabbos and Yom Tov, and how these can be used below....
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Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Dec 7, 20233 min
[17] Amira L'Akum: A Non-Jew's Help on Shabbos (Part 2 of 5)
We continue detailing the exceptions when one may use a non-Jew's help on Shabbos and Yom Tov, and how these can be used below. ILLNESS...
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Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Nov 30, 20232 min
[16] Amira L'Akum: A Non-Jew's Help on Shabbos (Part 1 of 5)
Debunking common misconceptions... The first thing that we need to clarify is that there are two separate prohibitions involved in having...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Oct 2, 20231 min
Life After the Festivals
As we approach the end of this joyful festive season and embark upon the extended winter months, (this year including the additional...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Sep 20, 20232 min
Kol Nidre and Reciprocity
Dear Members and Friends, Our congregation is dedicated to making Judaism accessible and meaningful for all. Under the banner of ‘Dor...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Jul 31, 20233 min
Rekindling our Souls
As we prepare for the month of Elul and the approaching Yamim Nora'im/Days of Awe, we grapple with a perpetual paradox that has troubled...
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Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Jul 19, 20232 min
[15] Summary of The Laws of Tisha B’Av
Tisha B’Av 5783/2023 is on Wednesday, July 26 & Thursday, July 27 1. Eating and drinking is not allowed for all over the ages of bar/bat...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Jun 26, 20232 min
[14] The Fast of Tammuz, Three Weeks and Nine Days
The three weeks leading up to Tisha B’Av are a period of national Jewish mourning, beginning on the 17th of Tammuz (which falls on Thu,...
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Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Jun 13, 20236 min
[13] Kiddush - Part 2 of 2: All you need to know!
In this second section of the Halachos of Kiddush we will address the following questions: How to hold the cup? What is the best way to...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Jun 8, 20235 min
[12] Kiddush - Part 1 of 2: All you need to know!
One of the most beautiful scenes is the family gathering around the table on Friday night for Kiddush. Likewise, the Kiddush on Shabbos...
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Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Jun 1, 20235 min
[11] The Shabbos Meals: Clarifying the Obligation
In this article we will discuss the obligation to eat meals on Shabbos, the proper meal times, using two loaves of bread, which foods to...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
May 30, 20232 min
Semantic Satiation in Judaism
Scientists have yet to explain the phenomenon known as 'Semantic satiation'. Oxford dictionary defines this as 'a peculiar sense of loss...
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Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
May 17, 20234 min
[9] Meat and Wine on Yom Tov: Including how to reconcile Shavuos!
INTRODUCTION: THE OBLIGATION TO BE HAPPY ON YOM TOV All Jewish adults are biblically obligated to be happy throughout the three...
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Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
May 11, 20235 min
[8] Timers on Shabbos: How, When, and for What Purpose?
INTRODUCTION The Mishna (Shabbos 17b) records a dispute between Beis Hillel and Beis Shammai regarding whether one can leave materials in...
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Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
May 3, 20234 min
[7] Heating Food and Liquid on Shabbos (inc. 'Sabbath Mode' Oven Guidelines)
NOTE: The laws of warming food on Shabbos are numerous and complex with a variety of opinions. This brief overview is merely a summary of...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Apr 30, 20232 min
One for All and All for One
On Shavuot, we celebrate the giving of the Torah which changed the spiritual status of our nation. We know that prior, our forefathers...
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Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Apr 27, 20235 min
[6] Kaddish: The Laws and Customs
The General Guidelines: The Kaddish can only be recited in the presence of a minyan (quorum of ten Jewish males over age thirteen)...
![[5] A Quick Guide to The Laws of Mezuza](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/35585f_3a665e9a19ba46d895e8be81fd75fcac~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_682,h_512,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/35585f_3a665e9a19ba46d895e8be81fd75fcac~mv2.jpg)
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Apr 20, 20233 min
[5] A Quick Guide to The Laws of Mezuza
Why should I put Mezuzos? Primarily because we are commanded to, as the Passuk in Devarim 6:9 states 'וּכְתַבְתָּם עַל־מְזֻזוֹת בֵּיתֶךָ...
![[4] Wearing a smartwatch on Shabbos/Yom Tov](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/35585f_735091e00e444da08963c4d691ee9a05~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1575,h_1183,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/35585f_735091e00e444da08963c4d691ee9a05~mv2.jpg)
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Apr 11, 20232 min
[4] Wearing a smartwatch on Shabbos/Yom Tov
May one wear a smartwatch on Shabbos and Yom Tov? Obviously, when touching the screen or buttons, as with all electronics, this falls...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Mar 29, 20233 min
Is the Seder time wrong?
I have done the math and I think we have all been celebrating the Seder nights at the wrong time! If we travel back 3335 years to the...
![[3] The Early Shabbos Conundrum](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/35585f_a476b60aeb984506982ee31f1a4cec48~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_899,h_675,fp_0.50_0.50,q_95,enc_auto/35585f_a476b60aeb984506982ee31f1a4cec48~mv2.png)
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Mar 18, 20234 min
[3] The Early Shabbos Conundrum
Does a household automatically accept Shabbos at the time when the husband accepts Shabbos early or recites Kabbolas Shabbos?...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Mar 1, 20232 min
Thou Shalt Be Joyful!
In the leadup to Purim, the Mishna (Taanit 4:6) says “When Adar begins, we increase in joy.” The difficulty though is obvious. However,...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Jan 31, 20232 min
We Are Trees?
Dear Friends, This year, Tu B’Shevat, the 15th day of the month of Shevat, occurs on Sunday Eve, Feb 5 and Monday, Feb 6. The day is...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Dec 31, 20221 min
The Only Vegan in the Room
We all know the feeling of being under siege. It may be as innocuous as being the only vegetarian at the family reunion dinner, as...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Nov 30, 20221 min
Chanukah's Eternal Message
Dear Friends, In our long history, few individuals have threatened the spiritual survival of the Jewish people as did Antiochus IV...
Rabbi Sholom S. Mimran
Nov 2, 20221 min
Elevating the Mundane
Dear friends, The Chagim are over, and winter has begun. The weather has changed, and our car headlights have gone into overdrive. ...
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