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Q. Does the Torah have a different name for a Jew who is an idol-worshiper?

A. Absolutely not! A Jew, is a Jew, is a Jew. Although in no way is Torah justifing his/her actions, there is nothing we can do (even conversion) that would change the Torah’s view of us as Jews. R...

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Q. Why are the Menorah’s lights supposed to be in a straight row (not of varying heights)?

A. The number of candles lit each night is supposed to be clearly discernable to an onlooker from a distance (which is why we light the Menorah at the window or door). That’s why they are supposed to b...

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Q. Why mess with Chanukah candles? Why not light an Electric Menorah?

A. Electric Menorahs serve a great purpose of getting the Chanukah message out, and as the Talmud says: “publicize the miracle”. But sorry, an electric menorah is no substitute for good ol’...

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Q. Why does a “nick” in the ritual slaughtering blade render the animal unkosher?

A. One of the Ritual Slaughter’s (Shochet in Hebrew) main skills is to be able to sharpen/hone his blade to be perfectly smooth, even the slightest nick disqualifies the knife. The cut is to be as quic...

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Q. What does Judaism have to say about “failing a class”?

A. Plenty. Here are 3 quotes.
1) If someone says: “I’ve tried, but not succeeded” Don’t believe him.
If someone says: “I haven’t tried, but I’ve succeede...