Death and Mourning

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"Cherishing the Life of the Mind": Poetry, Humor, and Stories about Aging

Aron Hirt-Manheimer

May 4, 2020

The following poem, from Al Vorspan's posthumously published "Scrapbook Memoir," offers insight into aging with humor and grace – plus an important, biblical life lesson at the every end.

Yom HaShoah

7 Ideas for Observing Yom HaShoah from Home

Here are just a few of the many stories, prayers, and other resources to help you commemorate this solemn holiday.

Death and Mourning

Operation Benjamin: Helping American Jewish Heroes to Rest in Peace

Aron Hirt-Manheimer

How many Jewish members of the military have been buried under grave markers that incorrectly represent their religion and heritage? Operation Benjamin is doing its best to find and reverse such errors.

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COVID-19

Nisim B’chol Yom (Prayer for Daily Miracles) for Coronavirus

Amy Asin

March 16, 2020

"Let me one day soon wake up to praise Your name first and not to think about tragedy and fear. Let all humanity arise from slumber and fight injustice wherever it may occur."

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