Rabbi Elie Kaunfer
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The end of the war in Gaza is bringing tears of joy — and sorrow. How can we handle it all?
10 Oct
Rabbi Elie Kaunfer reflects on the emotional complexities following the anticipated end of the war in Gaza and the return of hostages. Despite relief and joy...
10 Oct
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How to celebrate Simchat Torah when our hearts are weighed down by grief
21 Oct 2024
Celebrating Simchat Torah in times of grief is challenging, especially when marking the anniversary of tragic events like Hamas's attack on Israel. Rabbi Eli...
21 Oct 2024
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To mark our brokenness this Passover, let’s scale back the matzah on our seder tables
10 Apr 2024
In light of recent tragedies affecting both Israelis and Palestinians, the author suggests a symbolic change for the Passover seder by using only two matzot ...
10 Apr 2024
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Jewish liturgy includes a curse against our enemies. We can be OK with that.
12 Jan 2024
The author reflects on the 12th blessing of the Amidah, a curse against enemies in Jewish liturgy. They initially found it difficult to connect with the pray...
12 Jan 2024