What Pokemon Go Can Teach Us About God
That’s right, Pokemon Go can teach us about God. But maybe more in what it does not possess than in what it does.
Rabbi Michael Bernstein
What “Hamilton” Can Teach Us About The 2nd Amendment
What the play “Hamilton” can teach us about Hamilton himself, and America’s ever-evolving relationship with the Second Amendment.
Why We Should Be Proud Of Pride
In the spiritual world, pride gets a bad rap. How, then, can one balance the value of humility with pride?
The Power of “I Am…” One Year after Charlie Hedbo
A year ago, after the massacre at Charlie Hebdo, one of the most prevalent responses was the declaration “Je suis … Continue Reading
Talking About Donald Trump: Why We Should Channel George Orwell
Donald Trump makes me think of George Orwell, but perhaps not for the reason one might expect. My association is … Continue Reading
It’s Okay to Grieve for Paris
The day before the people of Paris suffered their deadliest assault since World War II, ISIS detonated two bombs in … Continue Reading
The Starbucks Cup: It’s About Conversation
To paraphrase a famous statement, nonsense is nonsense, but the reaction to nonsense is worth looking at. What was at … Continue Reading
Ghost Stories Live on For a Reason
There always seems to be an explanation. At least on Scooby Doo there is. After spending the episode chasing after … Continue Reading
Shelter Me: Faith in an Imperfect World
At this time of year, what is the importance of the sukkah? The temporary shelter stands with a roof made … Continue Reading