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Sukkot 2019 at UAlbany

Sukkot is a favorite time of the year at Shabbos House! This 5780/2019 year is a little different because of Fall Break over the first two days of Sukkot. But we’re here anyways, having meals and praye...

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Why does Rabbi Akiva show up in Kol Nidrei?

I just learned this year that there’s an allusion to Rabbi Akiva in Kol Nidrei at the opening of the Yom Kippur services. The final letters of אור זרוע לצדיק ולישרי לב שמחה spel...

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Why Students Should Skip Class for Yom Kippur:

As a Rabbi and teacher and parent, I’m not one to advocate for skipping classes. The primary purpose and function of a University is to get your education, and you ought to maximize every opportuni...