Angels for a Day by Rabbi Mordechai Rhine Yom Kippur is the Day of Atonement. On it, Moshe came back from the Mount Sinai and informed us of G-d’s forgiveness. In Moshe’s hands were the second luchos, symbolizing the possibility for renewal and teshuva in all generations. Yom Kippur is also a fast day, and more »

On Communication by Rabbi Mordechai Rhine The days between Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur are days of communication. “Seek Hashem when He is close,” refers to this special time. It is an opportunity to reflect, to reassess, and to take action. Our generation is a generation of communication. From texting to internet we feel empowered. more »

Eat, Drink…For Tomorrow By Rabbi Mordechai Rhine The day preceding Yom Kippur is an anomaly on the Jewish Calendar. Although Yom Kippur is a solemn day, the day before it is a day of semi-celebration. We do not recite tachanun; it is a mitzvah to eat and drink. What is the significance of this day more »