The Rabbi and I

Reading 3 verses from the Torah or the Bible only takes 30 seconds. Being Jewish means studying 3 verses of Torah.

Some religions accept art openly while others shun all and every form of art. Why do religions have an art problem? Is there really a problem?

Don’t eat what! How did the list of Chametz come about!

The Rabbi pulls out all the stops and tells it like it is. Don’t listen, your feelings might be hurt if you do!

You can have a complete Seder in less than a minute!

What you you write to your 18 year old self? Practical advice, philosophical advice, or lottery numbers, think carefully.

Being polite and courteous goes a long way to make life better for all of us.

Why do we question the validity of UFOs and extraterrestrial life? Judaism supports the existence of other planets with life.

Fulfilling God’s commandments or doing a good deed is not reserved for only one religion or any particular religion.

Living vicariously is never good. Don’t use your children to be what you are not.

Judaism requires you to enjoy life! Make good choices and don’t do what is harmful. L’Chiam

What’s not to love about a religion that requires to get drunk, once a year, at a religious service. Listen to the reading of the book of Esther (The Megillah) in the synagogue and follow the crowd!

During the month of Adar you are commanded to be happy! And on the 14th of the month we celebrate Purim and you are commanded to listen to the Book of Esther and get drunk during the reading.

We are giving up many of our freedoms under the illusion that we will be more secure. Time to stop giving up our freedoms for pretend security.

Being Jewish means that you are always ready to Nosh. Jewish food is a Jewish necessity.

FOMO is a very real issue. We need to acknowledge that this state of mind is very real and harmful to enjoying life.

With age comes the possibility of wisdom. That is why God commanded us to honor those over 75 and not dismiss them as being a burden on society. Keeping “Honored Citizens” safe and healthy benefits society. Don’t you want to live to be an “Honored Citizen”.

What passes for humor is no laughing matter. You laugh at people hurting themselves intentionally so that they can make a video and that’s humor?

Immortality lies in the name we leave behind. May your name be blessed by good deeds you do.

I would love to agree with you, but if I did both of us would be wrong!

Once a year remember those who were important in your life.

The data has been confirmed and the jury is in so you would think that the invalid arguments are laid to rest. But like a zombie the argument is a living dead!

Yiddish is such a colorful language, why not use some Yiddish expressions? Go ahead be Jewish in 30 seconds.

Movies are historically accurate aren’t they? That is why I trust what I see instead of what I was taught.

Complaining is a Jewish art. Keep on Kvetching. Learn To Complain With Yiddish

If you have seen the movie or the TV miniseries do you believe that you now know the actual history? Media is very seductive and entertaining and is it accurate enough for you?

Give my challenge a try to make the world a better place. Being nice is contagious.

Don’t fall for the nonsense that you need to get out of your comfort zone to be happy. Happiness is the result of being comfortable. Don’t believe me? Just listen.

Adding some Hebrew expressions to your conversation is very Jewish.

Forget the “bucket list” just do it! Don’t fall for the hype that you need to make a list of things to do before you die.

We all had imaginary friends as children, now we can have one for life!

Number 12 in the series “How To Be Jewish in 30 Seconds” bids a farewell to the Sabbath. We began Shabbat with a meal and a blessing, we say goodbye to the Shabbat with a snack and a blessing.

Don’t be the one. Just because the person is popular doesn’t mean that they aren’t out to get you!

Don’t be fooled into thinking that the only way to talk to God is through prayer or worship! God is the original kibbutzer!

Let’s get back to basics. The original teachings of religion have a lot going for us.

It’s time to stop politicizing immigration and take real action.

In Greek mythology the sirens lured sailors to their death on the rocks of an uncharted island. The sirens of today are the celebrities that would lure us to use products that they don’t actually use but are paid to recommend. Stop listening before you are destroyed on the rocks.

This is one trifecta who don’t want to win! Get your COVID booster and flu shot.

Light 8 lights over Chanukah to be Jewish. Forget the made up rules just light the lights.

The glass is neither half full nor half empty, just pour it into a smaller glass and it will be full! Let’s learn to balance.

Creating peace in your home is a Jewish prime detective.

Want to be happy? Be who you are meant to be.

A book is always judged by its cover and so are you!

Worship has rules and requirements, prayer does not. No one can tell you what to pray or how to pray. Ask, deal, thank, or just talk the choice is yours.

It’s that time of year! Stop fighting the inevitable.

Your arm will get tired before the universe stops throwing lemons at you! Stop playing catch and unsuccessfully making lemonade.

With Thanksgiving behind us and Chanukah and Christmas ahead another stressful holiday lies ahead!

Once again an easy way to be Jewish! Enjoy your Thanksgiving meal and you have observed the meaning of the Biblical holiday of Sukkot.

Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the season to be grateful and ends with the new year.

Have a thankful time celebrating America’s Jewish holiday.