BINA Living
Ancient Jewish wisdom applied in a modern world through Personal growth.
This month’s classes:
BINA Living
Starts 9:20AM
BINA Living
Starts 9:20AM
BINA Living
Starts 7:30PM
BINA Living
Starts 9:20AM
BINA Living
Starts 9:30AM
BINA Living
Starts 7:30PM
BINA Living
Starts 9:20AM
Rabbi Michoel Gourarie
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EVERYONE CAN LIGHT A FIRE
In this week’s Torah portion we read that Moses was told to instruct his brother Aaron (the high priest) to kindle the seven candles of the golden Menora (candelabra). In the Temple this daily Mitzvah was performed in the afternoon…
Don't be an Angel
TURNING MILK INTO CHEESE
Question: Apparently one of the reasons we eat milk products on Shavuot is that the Torah (which we received on Shavuot) is compared to milk and honey. So what is the big fuss with the cheesecake?
R.E.L.A.T.E Part one cont. - AUDIT YOUR RELATIONSHIPS
A respectful relationship needs constant maintenance. Over time we face the risk of slipping back into our default position which is sometimes less tolerant of other people’s differences.
HARMLESS GOSSIP?
Judaism considers gossip a serious transgression. But what is the definition of gossip? Is it only malicious slander that is harmful to another, or can it even be a casual, harmless comment that is negative?
BREAKING THE EIGHTEEN MINUTE RULE
It is well-known that Matzah is baked very quickly. From start to finish it must not take longer than eighteen minutes…
R.E.L.A.T.E Part one cont. - RESPECTING THE CHALLAH
When we make the Friday night Kiddush the two…
RESPECT THEM WHEN THEY ARE ALIVE
I am often puzzled by the following. When someone…
THE SOURCE OF HAPPINESS
Haman had everything he wished for, but could not find real happiness. In a relatively short time Haman rose from a simple life to becoming the Prime Minister of the Persian Empire…
R.E.L.A.T.E. Part 1 - Applied Respect
So the theory is good. You acknowledge the individuality of the other and are committed to preserving, valuing and cherishing it. But how do you apply “respect”. What does it look like in practice…