Monthly Archives: November 2011

Who is a Masmid?

“The definition of a masmid is not someone who learns until he collapses, but someone who learns when he is supposed to, davens when he is supposed to, eats when he is supposed to, and rests when he is supposed … Continue reading

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Incredible Story and Lesson

“Sometimes a soul makes a brief visit on earth.  One story tells about the Arizal who was the sandek, or godfather, at a brit mila; immediately after the circumcision, the baby died. When the baby’s friends and relatives wailed like wounded … Continue reading

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