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5:33
Does Bar and Bat Mitzvah Happen too Early? (5:33)
In Judaism, one is considered an adult and responsible for their actions at their Bar or Bat Mitzvah. Isn’t 12 or 13 years a little too young for someone to shoulder such an awesome responsibility? In America one can only vote at 18, and buy alcohol or a firearm at 21. For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Chaim Block (35)
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27:51
So You Sow, So You Shall Reap (27:51)
Rabbi Abba Perelmuter will go through the verses and explain the significance and relevance of the “Shema” prayer.
Rabbi Abba Perelmuter (63)
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49:44
Beruria and an Introduction to the Talmud (49:44)
Jewish education for women is radically different today. Dr. Henry Abramson begins with a brief history of the Talmud. He describes the times and family tragedies of Bruria before delving into her recognized contributions to the Talmud. Dr Abramson concludes with a strange account of her possible end as described by Rashi
Dr. Henry Abramson (90)
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1:16:58
The Jewish Life Cycle (1:16:58)
If you wear a watch on your right wrist, does your left wrist feel deprived? Mrs Henya Laine outlines the life cycle of a Jew from birth to marriage. She explains the differences between a boy and a girl as each being part of a couple, later to get married, where they complement each other
Mrs. Henya Laine (1)
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16:38
Time and Space in Contemporary Halachah (16:38)
How does time relate to people in different parts of the world? When and where is the holiness of Shabbos? Rabbi Yosef Shusterman raises interesting questions relating to time, space and travel. The topic is interesting and the presentation is enjoyable.
Rabbi Yosef Shusterman (34)
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19:25
Cold Hands, Warm Hearts (19:25)
Mrs. Esther Greenberg, co-director of Chabad of Alaska, relates personal stories from her 20 years serving as an emissary to Anchorage, Alaska. .
Mrs. Esty Greenberg (1)