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Around the Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Megillah Reading Times. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Community Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

JEWISH THOUGHT Rabbi Zvi Teichman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Rabbi Motty Rabinowitz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Rabbi Berel Wein. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

PEOPLE PEYD Travel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Revolt of the Attorneys General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 BizWiz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

HUMOR & ENTERTAINMENT Notable Quotes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Centerfold. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

JEWISH LIFE 613 Seconds with Kori Pomerantz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 On the Streets of Israel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Two for the Price of One. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Dating Dialogue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 We Will Laugh Like Never Before. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Separate and Not Equal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 A Purim Secret. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Triangular Tradition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Purim Shpiel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Mental Health Corner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Your Money. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Gluten Free Recipe Column. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Cooking for the King. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Dear Readers, Looking back, post-salvation, it always seems simple. The Jews knew they would be saved, they believed it, and things turned out happily ever after. At times I wonder, though, what it was really like to be in the generation which left Egypt, or among the Yidden in Persia at the time of the Purim story. Did they really believe things would turn around and they would be saved? Did they, perhaps, believe it in the general sense, but then struggle with it in their day-to-day comings and goings? How about the general population? Did they expect that miracles would happen to the Jews? Did they recognize G-d’s hand in the world travels and adventures of the Jewish people? I suspect that in the future, when we will look back on our current time period, the eventual outcome will be just as clear as with the story of Purim. Though the events described in the Megillah took place over a span of 13 years, all of the happenings – the highs and the lows, the regular and the spectacular – led to one place: the great miracle of Purim which we celebrate to this very day. One might even propose that we will look back and

only see our faith. Not the daily struggles or the challenge of maintaining our emunah b’viat hamoshiach. Rather we will see a generation supra-rationally positive about the future, expecting the coming day to be better than the previous, as if possessed with inside knowledge on how it would all end up. Meanwhile, who would’ve guessed we would have another president riding the wave of promises to “fix the system” and that voters would again line up to show they’re “fed up with the system?” It’s as if a candidate’s actual political experience is a negative, because their faults, inevitably, are on the public record. I’m assuming people don’t hire CEO’s this way. “You say you have no experience? Perfect!” “You know how to fix things although you’ve never done so? You’re hired!” Why is it that in the corporate world we would never dream of hiring someone without experience yet in the political world that is exactly what many of us were looking for? Either there’s a disconnect between the way we run our daily lives and our attitude toward the outcome of who we choose on the ballot, or we have been so spoiled by the

labor and toil of the previous generations that we expect everything, ripping down anything in our path in which we find a fault – it’s either perfection or destruction. In the story of Purim, Mordechai and Esther had complete faith that miracles would happen but nonetheless, they fasted and prayed. Indeed that year they didn’t eat matzah on Pesach so that their teshuvah would be complete and accepted on high! We too have complete faith that with the new day, we will continue to strengthen our presence in the Promised Land and with G-d’s help succeed wherever we are. Together with that, we must still do teshuvah and perform good deeds. Like Mordechai told Esther: salvation will surely come, but if you want to be a part of it then you have to answer the call. The medrash says that the joy of Purim which followed the mesiras nefesh of all the Yidden is so great it will stand out even after the coming of Moshiach. It’s high time we experienced it for ourselves. May we have a joyous Shabbos and a festive Purim together with the rest of the Jewish people,

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NEWS Israel News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 That’s Odd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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he Magen Yeladim Safety Kids program is beginning our second year in the school system. This comprehensive child abuse prevention program is dedicated to working with schools, administrators, families and students, ensuring that children are trained in age-appropriate ways to handle situations that could be dangerous. It has been almost three years since the idea of bringing the Magen Yeladim Safety Kid program to Baltimore was planted and almost a year since the Baltimore community took a significant step by welcoming Mrs. Debbie Fox and her team to town. Partnering with CHANA, professionals from Jewish Community Services, local mental health professionals, schools, rabbonim, and with support from the Macks Center for Jewish Education (CJE) and the Crane Foundation child

abuse prevention was addressed in a comprehensive manner. The model is built to create alliances between school staff and administration with parents, professionals, and the children themselves. A common language of safety is shared by all to empower everyone to prevent child abuse and be better equipped to handle such disclosures. On Monday February 20, CHANA, a program of The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore, the local Safety Kid liaison, had the opportunity to expand the Baltimore Safety Kid team. Seven additional volunteers, both parents and staff from four of our locals, took the day to be trained in the Safety Kid program. Shmuel Fischler from CHANA coordinated the day and enlisted the help of Rabbi Norman Lowenthal from the Talmudical Academy (TA) and previously trained volunteers Mrs. Shoshana Krupp and Mrs. Ruchoma Skurnik. Over the next few weeks

this dedicated group will be observing the curriculum being taught in TA classrooms and then will be observed as they themselves step into the role of Safety Kid educators. Thanks to this group the robust team of Safety Kid volunteers is better prepared to share this invaluable program annually in Baltimore. The community is fortunate to have those committed to such work. We encourage you to continue hav-

ing conversations with each other and your families about safety both in and out of your homes. Creating the room and permission to discuss these topics is vital for any prevention and future intervention. Your children and the entire community is grateful for your continued support. If you are curious as to your child’s school particular experience and participation, please be in touch with them.

Shomrei Emunah Laure Gutman, Z’L, Shul Beautification Initiative By Shomrei Emunah

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n initiative has been launched which encompasses both a Shomrei Emunah Beautification Fund and a series of volunteer endeavors, both which will perpetuate Laure’s legacy of beautifying Shomrei.

Dear Friends, This past Motzei Shabbos was truly a memorable experience for the hundreds of shul and community members who attended the Shomrei Emunah Evening of Appreciation. In this video, many people close to Laure speak from their hearts about a remarkable woman who made every day count and lived to help others. The beautiful messages shared on the video coupled with the powerful remarks at the event, reminded us that this experience was not just about the past, but the future as well. We were implored to not only reflect on her remarkable life, but also to learn from Laure’s example and perpetuate her legacy of making the shul

and the world a beautiful place. An initiative has been launched which encompasses both a Shomrei Emunah Beautification Fund and a series of volunteer endeavors, both which will perpetuate Laure’s legacy of beautifying Shomrei. This fund will support present and future shul beautification needs. The short-term fundraising goal is $100,000 for various projects in the near future including Beis Medrash upgrades and improvements to other parts of our building. We ask everyone to participate in the beautification fund to the best of their ability; Thank you very much to the many people who have already pledged and contributed. Donations can be made by donating on the shul website. Thank you as well to the many people who have already provided suggestions regarding volunteer initiatives and expressed a desire to ‘roll up their sleeves as Laure would have’. Please stay tuned for further announcements, as planning commit-

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tees will be formed over the next few weeks. Thank you in advance for participating in this initiative! Sincerely, Rabbi Binyamin Marwick Dov Ocken Itzi & Dassie Barr and Michael & Zipporah Neuman, Event Chairs

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A Strong Week Two for the Baltimore Chesed League By Zevi Daniel

t was all about the momentum. After a successful Week One that officially kicked off the inaugural season of the Baltimore Chesed League, the boys ran excitedly into Week Two with a full head of steam. They received their brand new sweatshirts/uniforms which helped provide an air of officiality and fueled a sense of pride. Here’s the team by team rundown of the happenings from Week 2: With Moshe Roth and Yossi Ziffer at the helm, Team DC Dental spent their afternoon packing mishloach manos with Yachad of Baltimore. After an “ice breaker” activity to help the DC Dentlers get to know the Yachad squad, the boys packed numerous bags with goodies and sealed them with a personalized Purim card. Productive indeed but fun, for sure. Week two found Team ARI Concrete volunteering their time at the Hatzalah garage. After a quick tour of

the ambulance and facility, the boys, led by Coaches Moishe Abramson and Ari Lichtman (of ARI fame) made quick work of clearing out boxes and tidying up the bay. They spent the rest of their time power washing the floors and ambulances. Said Coach Moishe, “It was wonderful for our boys to see in real-time how Hatzalah operates within our community”. Team FP of MD headed to the friendly confines of Tudor Heights where they spent an hour talking, entertaining and playing various games with the residents. After a couple boys taught a few how to play Bananagrams, one boy challenged some to Connect 4, others played chess and another group played Rummikub - all had a great time interacting with the gregarious Tudors. Reports Coach Dr. Ronnie Samet, “One boy said that it was awkward at first but quickly acclimated and actually had a fun time.” So did the residents! Team David Flamm Nationwide Insurance spent a fulfilling and fun hour with the residents and staff of

Sterling Assisted Living, serving and clearing dinner and dessert, introducing themselves, offering Purim-themed divrei Torah and singing Adar-related songs. Both the residents and staff were extremely appreciative and the boys very proud of their efforts. Kudos to Coach Ed Miller and the entire team for demonstrating true versatility and poise. Team Sage Management LLC stepped up to the plate this past week by helping to package food items for community members. The boys acted with a sense of maturity and professionalism that belied their ages and were a true asset to the effort. Coach Nechemia Isbee then followed up the activity by taking the boys out for a post activity celebration to acknowledge their big league efforts. Team Amuze traveled to the Jewish Caring Network to assemble toy packages for local families. There, they were met by Stacy Goldenberg who provided an office tour and helped guide the boys on their mission - to put together age-appro-

priate toy baskets and then tie them with a beautiful bow. Special props to Avromi Portnoy on his stellar tying skills! Coach Ben Blackman and this writer were impressed with the skill, speed and creativity on full display by Team Amuze. The boys put together over 25 baskets, surely making a lot of kids very happy for the upcoming Yom Tov. The entire league was then treated to a delicious dinner at Mama Leah’s as a reward for their going above and beyond in Weeks One and Two. BCL (and the kids) wish a hearty and cheesy “Thank you” to Mama Leah’s for graciously hosting what was a great evening of food and fun. Keep it locked on these pages for more updates to come as BCL enters the prime of the season. As discussed in the previous edition, this initial iteration of the Baltimore Chesed League is being run as a beta-test. If you and/ or your boys would be interested in participating in the BCL for future seasons, please feel free to email Dovi Ziffer at davidziffer@gmail.com.

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By Luke Broadwater The Baltimore Sun

altimore’s City Council, pushed by a group of freshmen members seeking dramatic changes, gave preliminary approval Monday to a bill to raise the city’s minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2022. That would be the highest minimum wage in the state of Maryland — nearly $5 an hour higher than in surrounding counties. “Today is a day I’ve waited for a long time,” Councilwoman Mary Pat Clarke said after the 12-3 vote. Clarke, lead sponsor of the bill, said it would bring about “economic equity” in Baltimore, making life better for some of the city’s poorest workers. “It’s time now to share the wealth,” she said. The measure still needs one more vote to advance to the desk of Mayor Catherine Pugh. She pledged during her campaign to support a $15 minimum wage, but recently expressed concern about the bill’s impact on businesses. She has not said whether she will sign the bill or veto it. The vote Monday — which had a wide enough margin to override a mayoral veto — comes about half a year after the previous City Council narrowly rejected a similar proposal. But November’s election swept into office eight new Democrats, most of whom are seeking widespread changes to how the city runs.

Voting in favor of the legislation were City Council President Bernard C. “Jack” Young, Vice President Sharon Green Middleton and council members Zeke Cohen, Brandon Scott, Ryan Dorsey, Bill Henry, Kristerfer Burnett, John Bullock, Edward Reisinger, Robert Stokes, Shannon Sneed and Clarke. “Working people in our city have waited too long for this to happen,” Cohen said. “I’m proud to be part of the council that I hope is finally going to pass a $15 minimum wage.” Burnett said a wage increase would be important to “folks in my district who are scraping to get by.” “I’ve met a ton of people who are working two or three jobs to make ends meet,” he said. Voting against the legislation were council members Isaac “Yitzy” Schleifer, Leon Pinkett and Eric Costello. Each of those councilmen tried to introduce last-minute amendments to alter the bill. Pinkett tried to exempt businesses offering apprenticeships. Schleifer tried to exempt small businesses. And Costello tried to introduce an amendment halting the law if it hurt the economy by raising the unemployment rate. All of those attempts failed. “In my district and citywide, apprenticeship programs are key to moving people from minimum wage to wages where they can actually support their families,” Pinkett said. Costello has cited a host of worries about the bill’s fiscal consequences, including a fear that it would exacer-

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bate the city school system’s budget woes. The schools are facing a $130 million structural deficit. At a City Council hearing last week, Baltimore finance officials warned that raising the minimum wage to $15 an hour would cost taxpayers $115 million over four years because of higher wages for city workers. They also warned it could cost the city hundreds of jobs. Schleifer said his goal in introducing amendments was to “not punish those who are trying to create jobs and start businesses.” “We have a lot of startups who want to get things moving,” he said. “During those first years, it’s really tough to get things going. The owners themselves start off making little to no money. I just fear that having to pay this wage will prevent them from starting companies.” Some business owners have fought the bill bitterly, saying it would cause them to move out of the city or lay off workers. Many argued that such an increase should be done at the state level. Donald C. Fry, president of the pro-business Greater Baltimore Committee, warned the measure could cause jobs to leave the city for nearby Baltimore and Anne Arundel counties. “Businesses that are unable to overcome the costs associated with the increased minimum wage will have little choice but to close their doors,” Fry said. “Businesses that do survive will not have the ability to grow and create jobs as they would otherwise. This is not a threat, just an economic reality that deserves very serious consideration.”

But some area businesses backed the idea. Josh Keogh, the co-owner of Baltimore Bicycle Works, called paying a “fair wage” a “great investment” for his company. “Gradually raising the minimum wage to $15 will give customers more money to spend at local businesses like ours, and that will be good for our economy and our city,” he said. The minimum wage in Maryland is $8.75 per hour, set to rise to $10.10 an hour by 2018. The bill would exempt workers under 21 from the wage hike and give businesses with fewer than 50 employees until 2026 to comply with the $15-an-hour wage. Despite support for the bill, some advocates said they are disappointed with the exemption for younger workers. Joshua Graham, 28, who makes $13.50 an hour working for a firm that provides security at T. Rowe Price, said he would benefit from the legislation. But he didn’t like that a younger co-worker wouldn’t. “It sounds good to me,” he said. “But I’m a little upset for people who are younger than me who won’t see this benefit.” Advocates supporting the bill commissioned a poll of 400 registered city voters by The Mellman Group that found widespread support for the bill, with only 6 percent opposed. A recent poll by Goucher College found that 60 percent of Marylanders support raising the minimum wage at the state level and 63 percent believe cities like Baltimore should be able to set their own minimum wages.

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Kori Pomerantz of Pompomz Gifts ever since. With my family here and my in-laws only two hours away, it gives us the best support system! What Shul do you belong to? We belong to both Suburban and PJC. Rabbi Silber is an amazing Rav. The Baltimore community is so lucky to have him. In addition, PJC is right around the corner from our home, we get to have the best of both worlds.

Why did you decide to move back to Baltimore after marrying a Philly boy? Growing up, I really never planned on moving back, but enough time in Washington Heights helped me realize that I’m really a small town girl at heart. After graduation, a job presented itself at my father’s technology company in my field of study. I had my family here, so we figured we should give it a shot! We have been happy

Tell us about your business? Pompomz is an online personalized gifts store based in Baltimore. We offer personalized gifts from newborns to adults. Products range from baby essentials, school bags, Bat and Bar Mitzvah gifts to wedding, housewarming and anniversary gifts! We really have something for everyone! I started the business in my tiny 3 bed-

What is the most challenging part of being a small business owner? I think anyone who is a wife, mom and small business owner would agree that the most challenging part is juggling business and the responsibilities of everyday life. I am blessed with family and friends that are a great support system. My husband Zack and assistant Zoe Ely have enabled me to find a great balance between the two. It still sometimes gets overwhelming around the busy seasons, but I just remind myself that it’s a bracha! What are the coolest products you sell? It really depends on the occasion. If it is a baby gift, our blankets and duffle bags are always a huge hit! Our personalized lucite kippa boxes are definitely our most popular product for toddler aged kids. I have a very hard time keeping them in

stock; they sell so fast! These are the best upsherin gifts because they can be customized per your wishes, with original designs! Monogrammed lucite gifts are an affordable but classy hostess gift. We do a lot of bulk orders for simchas, schools and shuls, as well. Our newest product is our monogrammed leather challah cover. It can be monogrammed in English, Hebrew or with a custom wedding monogram. They are beyond beautiful and give your Shabbos table that extra personalized touch! (They make a great wedding gift too!) Where would you like to see your business in 5 years? Two years ago, I never in a million years could have imagined what pompomz is today. It is so amazing. I always have new ideas and ways to keep pompomz unique! That being said, I have some other ideas up my sleeve but nothing I want to reveal yet. How can our readers see your products and place orders? We have a large presence on Instagram @pompomzgifts, where we post pictures of our newest products and sales. Our website has just been updated with all of our products, fonts and color options and that is the best place to order. Of course if customers have any questions, they can always shoot me an email. All the information can be found on our website: www. pompomz.com.

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Why did you start pompomz? Growing up in a very business oriented family and choosing to attend business school, I always knew that having my own business was what I wanted to do. I always had a creative itch and I thought this was the perfect opportunity for me to combine all my skills. After my second child was born in 2014, I had the idea to start pompomz. I realized that there is nothing of its kind in Baltimore. I wanted to be able to bring people cool, funky, personalized and unique high quality products, so I took the idea and ran with it and now it has a life of its own.

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David Rubinger, who was once called “the photographer of the nation” by Shimon Peres, died last week at the age of 92. Born in Vienna in 1924, he moved to Israel in 1939 when he was only 15 years. His mother was killed during the Holocaust and his father escaped from Dachau and made his way to England until after the War. When Rubinger was 18, he joined the Jewish Brigade of the British Army, serving in Africa and Europe. While on leave in Paris, he was given a camera by a friend and discovered that he loved photography. His first professional photo was of Jews climbing a British tank in 1947 celebrating the U.N.’s partition plan for Palestine. Eventually, Rubinger was freelancing for HaOlam Hazeh, Yedioth Ahronoth and, later, the Jerusalem Post. In 1954, he was hired by Time magazine, who he worked for until he was well into his 80s. For over 30 years, Rubinger served as the Knesset’s official photographer, gaining exclusive access to the inner circle of Israel’s leaders. Rubinger was able to form close bonds with many of Israel’s leaders over the course of his lifetime. Ariel Sharon once famously said, “I trust Rubinger even though I know he doesn’t vote for me.” The IDF also gave Rubinger exclusive access. During the Six Day War, he caught an image of three paratroopers standing in awe at the West-

On Monday, a new Israeli law banning entry to Israel for foreigners who support BDS was approved. But nothing is simple in politics in the Holy Land, and Tuesday saw criticism from human rights groups and those in the opposition who called the law “thought control.” Israel sees the BDS movement as a threat to its survival and a crusade with anti-Semitic tones. Supporters of BDS say that they only want to end Israel’s presence in the West Bank. The law follows other recent measures seen as targeting left-wing NGOs, and human rights groups said it could affect their work. Israel has been faced with boycott calls for decades, but the movement known as BDS (Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions) has raised its profile in recent years with help from famous backers such as Roger Waters, the former front man for the band, Pink Floyd. In response, Israeli politicians have become more combative under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Last year, Israel budgeted NIS 118 million ($32 million) to fight the movement.

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remembering “pure-hearted Martyrs,” according to Palestinian Media Watch. Ghannam also “ordered all of the parties involved to do all that is necessary so that the solidarity rally will take place in a fashion worthy of Martyr Mughrabi, her comrades, and all of Palestine’s Martyrs.”

The Palestinian Authority insists that it wants peace but has been known to laud murderers and urge followers to martyr themselves. Take the Brothers of Dalal youth camp in Ramallah. The children’s summer camp is named after Dalal Mughrabi, who led a 1978 attack in which terrorists hijacked a bus on a highway in Israel and killed 37 people – including 12 children. 70 people were wounded in the attack. Laila Ghannam, the Palestinian Authority’s district governor for Ramallah, used the Facebook page of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) Supreme Council for Youth and Sports to praise the initiative of

This is not the first time the PLO has named a youth camp after a terrorist. Another summer camp was named after Baha Alyan, who murdered three people. And in 2015, the PLO Council and Palestinian Authority Ministry of Education sponsored a table tennis tournament named for Muhannad Halabi, who killed two. The council is headed by Jibril

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Move over Queen Elizabeth. Allan V. Evans is here to claim his rights to the throne. The Colorado man took out a two-column ad in the “public notices” section of England’s The Times newspaper claiming to be a descendent of

the first King of Wales and demanding his right to the throne. Out of respect to the queen, though, he will wait to start his reign until after her demise. In the advertisement, which Evans said serves as a “legal notice” to all Britons, Welshman, Scots, Manx and other interested parties, he claimed to be a descendent of Cunedda Wledig and to have maintained “an unbroken primogeniture line” while living in the United States. “And shall further pursue an injustice of history by claiming by right the Throne and Sovereign Crown of Great Britain at Westminster, upon whence the sad future death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, as he will not out of greatest and most deepest respect depose her in life for the great service and selfless sacrifice that she and her husband HRH Prince Philip has rendered to this great nation,” Evans wrote. Evans stated that he will return in 30 days to claim his historical property, which includes a total of 17 estates. In addition to his Wales estate,

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Evans believes “historical injustice” robbed his family lineage of the “Throne and Sovereign Crown of Great Britain.” It seems that Evans has a lot of royal claiming going around. In 2012, he filed a claim in Twiggs County, Georgia, asserting his family ancestry entitled him to ownership of 35

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homes, a church and a shooting range. His claim was shot down eventually. Evans concluded his notice by comparing his return to J.R.R. Tolkein’s Lord of the Rings. “For the Legend was not a myth but was indeed true, and more than a mere Tolkien story, that the men of the West are now returning and now

is the time of the return of the King,” he said. Uh oh. England better watch out. Gandalf and Gollum are back!

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It seems like millennials are confused about growing up. An Oregon library is endeavoring to help them along with the real world with a series of classes called “Adulting 101.” The monthly classes, which are open to all ages but are geared towards those 16-25 years of age, have a different them related to learning valuable “adult” life skills. “On the first class of Adulting 101, we covered basic cooking skills that you can do in your dorm,” Assistant Director of Library Services Teresa Lucas said. “We also talked ways to stretch your dollar in the grocery store and how you can get the most bang for your buck.” Clara Piazzoli, an Adulting 101 instructor, said she is passing on the skills she learned as a young adult. “I also lived in a dorm in my first year of college, and I lived in varied apartments, some of which didn’t have kitchens and didn’t allow you to have kitchen supplies,” Piazzoli said, “and so I left home not really knowing how to cook and I ended up getting very inventive and teaching myself a lot of these tips.” It’s not just cooking that will be taught. Classes will include vital information such as balancing a checkbook and building credit; writing a resume and cover letter; how to understand and find “real” news on the internet; how to live with roommates, talk to your landlord and find an apartment; and how to check your car’s oil, reset an outlet and clean your oven. What about a class about teaching millennials how to get a real job that pays the bills and keeps them busy so they don’t have to get all their information at the library on a monthly basis? Wouldn’t that be great?

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ast week I visited South Tel Aviv with 45 other curious teaching fellows. That may seem like a normal statement to the unbeknownst reader – it’s natural to assume that a group of foreigners would take a trip to Israel’s second largest city – but South Tel Aviv is not the destination hotspot associated with beaches, parties and museums. Unlike the rest of the city, South Tel Aviv’s rundown, crime stricken neighborhood does not attract many tourists. Instead, it’s known as the home base for most of Israel’s refugees, many of whom are searching for a safe haven after leaving countries like Sudan. Our educational trip gave us a glimpse into the lives of those who live in the neighborhood as well as helped us understand the social issues surrounding Israel’s refugees and asylum seekers. We learned the history of the neighborhood (the forgotten district fell apart after a 30-year project for the New Central Bus Station failed to meet its promised glory); we asked the tough questions (statistically, the refugee population did not significantly increase the crime rates of South Tel Aviv); and we heard the perspectives of both an Israeli and Sudanese man. By the day’s end, I understood that it is difficult to be a refugee or asylum seeker in any country – and not because the country has an agenda to make life harder for its foreigners. Rather, a country, with its limited resources and finances, has the re-

sponsibility to protect and represent its citizens before its immigrants. What do I mean by that? Let’s take Taj as an example. Taj, the Sudanese man we spoke with, left Darfur and embarked on a two-year journey through Sudan and Egypt before reaching Israel. During his past nine years in Israel, he worked hard to receive both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in political sci-

straints of asylum seeker visas? That is where things become more complex because the government can’t solely consider the needs of those entering Israel. The government must also think of those already living in Israel. Lior, an Israeli man, told us how the native Israeli population views the influx of refugees in their neighborhood. He explained the struggles

A country, with its limited resources and finances, has the responsibility to protect and represent its citizens before its immigrants. ence. Despite his educational status, however, Taj can only work odd jobs because his visa as an asylum seeker – which he must renew every two months – does not allow him to work legally in the country. Taj wants to have refugee status, but acquiring such status requires years of legal counsel – something Taj, and most asylum seekers, cannot afford. This state of limbo forces Taj to continuously search for his next source of income in hopes of affording the Israeli way of life. After hearing Taj’s story, I began to wonder why the Israeli government can’t make it easier for asylum seekers to receive refugee status. Why can’t the government change the con-

and concerns Israeli parents have for their children. Many refugees don’t have enough money for housing so men sleep in the park. Often new immigrants bring new cultures that, for better or for worse, raise alarm from those uncomfortable with the shift in their natural habitat. Most notably, however, many Israelis feel neglect and resentment when they see their government aiding refugees but not their own Israeli children. South Tel Aviv has been in shambles for years before refugees started populating the neighborhood. The apartments weren’t as nice, the parks weren’t as clean, and the schools weren’t as good. If an Israeli student

wanted a better education, he or she had to travel and seek out a better learning environment. When refugee populations started migrating to South Tel Aviv, the education ministry finally took notice. Money started flowing into the local schools. Foreign language programs and after-school events were built into the curriculum. Now, the schools in South Tel Aviv provide better education and opportunities for its local youth, mainly targeting the children of refugees. Some argue this treatment is a positive change for the community. Others say it aligns with the community’s social obligation to welcome refugees. As it says in the Torah (Exodus 22:20), “You shall not wrong nor oppress a stranger, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt.” But Israel’s resources aren’t limitless, and the Israeli population feel neglected. As Rabbi Joseph said in the Talmud Bavli, Baba Meizia, “If the choice lies between your poor and the poor of your town, your poor come first; the poor of your city and the poor of another town, the poor of your own town come first.” So where do refugees and asylum seekers fall in this equation? Nobody is certain and, as such, their state of limbo continues.

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When it comes to traveling to Las Vegas, pricey hotels and costly expenses usually come to mind, but in this week’s version of ‘How The PEYD Team Travelled this Winter’, we will be covering how Yaakov, one of the founding members of PEYD, flew his entire family to Las Vegas by using his airline miles and credit card rewards points without spending any money out of pocket. Earlier in the year, JetBlue had offered a special promotion of 75,000 bonus points to any customer who fulfills the requirements of buying a JetBlue ticket, despite having significant points/miles with another airline

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With those 75,000 JetBlue points, Yaakov was able to procure airfare for himself, his wife as well as his 3 children to Las Vegas during a very busy season. Once he arrived at JFK, there were some delays at the airport and after a quick word with the flight reps- Yaakov was given an additional $175 voucher for his delays and difficulties. He decided to use the cash voucher towards the airline ticket “tax surcharges” and to purchase an additional seat for his 4th child – an infant under two years old! Once in Vegas, Yaakov used his platinum SIXT membership card

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Political Crossfire

Revolt of the Attorneys General By Charles Krauthammer

mong the many unintended legacies of Barack Obama, one has gone largely unnoticed: the emergence of a novel form of resistance to executive overreach, a check-and-balance improvised in reaction to his various presidential power grabs. It’s the revolt of the state attorneys general, banding together to sue and curb the executive. And it has outlived Obama. Normally one would expect Congress to be the instrument of resistance to presidential trespass. But Congress has been supine. The Democrats in particular, approving of Obama’s policy preferences, allowed him free rein over Congress’ constitutional prerogatives. Into that vacuum stepped the states. Florida and 12 others filed suit against Obamacare the day it was signed. They were later joined by 13 others, making their challenge the first in which a majority of states banded together to try to stop anything. They did not always succeed, but they succeeded a lot. They got Obamacare’s forced Medicaid expansion struck down, though Obamacare as a whole was upheld. Later, a majority of states secured stays for two egregious EPA measures. One had given the feds sovereignty over the generation and distribution of electricity (the Clean Power Plan), the other over practically every ditch and pond in America (the Waters of the United States rule). Their most notable success was blocking Obama’s executive order

that essentially would have legalized 4 million illegal immigrants. “If Congress will not do their job, at least we can do ours,” said Obama. Not your job, said the courts. Democrats noticed. And now with a Republican in the White House, they’ve adopted the technique. Having lost control of Congress, they realize that one way to curb presidential power is to go through the states. They just did on Trump’s immigration ban. Taking advantage of the courts’ increased willingness to grant “standing” to the states, Washington State and Minnesota got a district court to

remarkable phenomenon: the organic response of a constitutional system in which the traditional barriers to overreach have atrophied and a new check-and-balance emerges almost ex nihilo. Congress has allowed itself to become an increasingly subordinate branch. Look at how reluctant Congress has been to even consider a new authorization for the use of force abroad, an area in which, constitutionally, it should be dominant. Look at today’s GOP Congress, having had years to prepare to govern, now appearing so tentative, almost

It is a reassuring sign of the creativity and suppleness of the American Constitution, of its amphibian capacity to grow a new limb when an old one atrophies.

issue an injunction against Trump’s executive order and got it upheld by the 9th Circuit. Where the ban died. A singular victory. Democratic-run states will be emboldened to join together in opposing Trump administration measures issuing from both the agency rulings (especially EPA and the Department of Education) and presidential executive orders. Is this a good thing? Regardless of your party or policy preferences, you must admit we are witnessing a

paralyzed. “Many Republican members,” reports the Washington Post, “are eager for Trump to provide clear marching orders.” The president orders, Congress marches – that is not how the Founders drew it up. Hence the state attorneys general rise to check the president and his functionaries. This is good. Not because it necessarily produces the best policy outcomes. It often doesn’t. Not because judicial grants of standing are always correct. The 9th

Circuit, in effect, granted Minnesota and Washington standing to represent the due process rights of Yemeni nationals who’ve never set foot in the United States – an imaginary harm to states that presupposes imaginary rights for Yemenis. And not because it’s necessarily good for the judicial system to acquire, through this process, yet more power. This really should be adjudicated by the elected branches. Problem is: Congress has abdicated. Nonetheless, the revolt of the AGs is to be celebrated. It is a reassuring sign of the creativity and suppleness of the American Constitution, of its amphibian capacity to grow a new limb when an old one atrophies. This is, of course, not the first time the states have asserted themselves against federal power. There was Fort Sumter, 1861, when the instruments employed were rather more blunt than the multistate lawsuit. All the more reason to celebrate this modern device. I’m sure conservatives won’t like many of the outcomes over the next four years, just as many liberals deeply disapproved of the Obama-blocking outcomes of the recent past. The point, however, is not outcome but process. Remarkably, we have spontaneously developed a new one – to counter executive willfulness. There’s a reason that after two and a half centuries the French are on their Fifth Republic and we are still on our first. (c) 2017, The Washington Post Writers Group

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Two for the Price of One By Rivki D. Rosenwald Esq., CLC, SDS

o much of life is spent trying to find yourself, right? Which, if you think about it, actually raises the idea that perhaps there is more than one you. Otherwise, who in the world is doing the looking? Get the complexity here?! Sometimes, even though we are still looking for ourselves, we even try to help others find themselves. In fact, some people choose a life’s profession that devotes themselves to helping others find themselves. And, if you think about it, that seems kind of wild. Because if you, who are with

yourself all the time, have difficulty finding yourself, how are they going to be more successful at it?

yourself you have to be able to step outside of yourself. Oy, so where are you hanging out till you get back into

So, what’s going on here? Are we lost or found? Are we in the know or not?

Clearly, we see that just being with yourself doesn’t assure self-knowledge. In fact, they say, to truly see

yourself?! There is a book written by Rabbi Forhman about Purim called, The Queen You Thought You Knew. Look at that, even when you thought you at least figured someone else out, this book clearly lets you know – nothing doing! So, what’s going on here? Are we lost or found? Are we in the know or not? I guess this teaches us: there is knowledge, and then there is knowledge! One is an awareness you exist. The other is a deeper understanding. That’s what it’s about, not just looking for ourselves, but understanding who we are and what we are doing here. This is the progression of our lives. First, as infants we explore everything with our mouths. Eventually, we give that up and explore with our hands, though I will concede that we have a hard time giving up that initial habit when it comes to any food placed before us! As we grow we start exploring with our eyes and ears. And finally with our hearts and minds. Once we hit this stage we are on a life’s journey. Without ever physically leaving the port, so to speak, we can take ourselves to many different destinations. Look at how resourceful we are! However, many of the places we encounter aren’t ones we necessarily

want to go to. We need to find a way to steer our ship to fulfilling ports and, at a minimum, find the correct exchange rate to navigate the ones we get stuck in. With this outlook we can travel through time with some confidence that we can handle whatever conditions we may encounter. How exactly do we do this? Well, I’ve asked myself, who actually convened with my other self, and together with the input of a lot of other selves, and teachers, and Torah guidance (talk about committees!), the answer that we arrived at is this: there will be many different types of experiences in our lives. Some will be the pure moments. Others will be mixed, and some completely challenging. What helps is understanding that they are all part of what you are supposed to be experiencing here, all part of your work here, and thus we shouldn’t lose ourselves through it. Realizing they are all from your Maker is a goal, and then thinking that I was sent this from G-d either to enjoy or to experience. Therein, you strengthen the relationship with a parent who loves you, even at those times when our limited vantage point does not see how. Also, it can be a time to learn not to ask why, lama, but rather li-ma, for what purpose. In other words, how can I grow from this? These are the most productive discussions you can have with the many versions of you. And hopefully what will emerge is a more informed, and capable, and understanding version of you!

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Torah Thought

Let the Sun Shine In! By Rabbi Zvi Teichman

As Yitzchock Avinu already defined the rules of engagement between the descendants of Yaakov against those of Esav; it is only by the might of our ‘voice’, the ‫קול יעקב‬, the voice of Yaakov, that we can subdue and defeat the powerful ‘hands’ of our enemy, the ‫ידי עשו‬, hands of Esav.

When Esav’s cruel grandson, Amalek, confronted us as we departed Egypt, it was only through our devotion to the elevated ‘hands’ of Moshe in supplication to G-d, that enabled us to succeed in weakening them, countering the hands of Amalek.

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In fact the Midrash interprets the description of ‫ויחלוש יהושע את עמלק‬ )‫(שמות יז יג‬, Yehoshua weakened Amalek, as precisely just that; disabling them without killing them, by merely severing their ‘hands’ and legs. ‫(דעת‬ )‫זקנים‬ There is a clear contrast being emphasized between the ‘hands’ of Amalek extended in battle and the hands raised towards heaven. In the Megilla as well we find this counterpoint. There it relates how Achashveirosh gives the estate of Haman to Esther after Haman was hanged on the gallows for having; ‫שלח‬ )‫ידו ביהודים (אסתר ח ז‬, (lit.) extended his hand against the Jews. In the next chapter it describes, conversely, how despite the Jews having defeated their enemies, nevertheless, ‫ובבזה לא שלחו‬ )‫את ידם (שם ט טו‬, they did not extend their hands unto the spoils. Virtually identical word use, ‫שלח יד‬, yet in contradistinction. The very first action in the commission of the sin of eating from the Tree of Knowledge was ‫ותקח מפריו‬ )‫(בראשית ג ו‬, and she took of its fruit.

Later when G-d banishes Adam and Chava out of fear lest they partake from the Tree of Life and live forever, the Torah chooses to articulate it; ‫פן‬ ‫ישלח ידו‬, lest he put forth his hand... Is it simply about extending one’s hand? Isn’t the real issue about eating from it? The putting forth the hand is merely a utility, as much as any other body part, that is vital to performing actions? Why the emphasis on the hand? In our portion the Torah details the splendorous vestments of Aharon and his children, that were worn during their service in the Mishkan. The Torah sums up the entire process by describing the donning of these garments together with the prescribed anointing of the Kohanim and concludes with the sentiment that by doing this, Moshe is assured by G-d; )‫ּומלֵאתָ את ידם (שמות כח מא‬, ִ and you shall fill their hands. What does it mean to ‘fill their hands’? If indeed it refers to a sense of fulfillment, then why is there an accent on the hands? Wouldn’t it be more appropriate to discuss the filling of their hearts with a feeling of accomplishment? The great Tzror HaMor throughout our entire portion aligns the concept of the Kohen’s glorious clothing and the detailed aspects of his service, to the restoring of Man to the original honor he possessed before the sin. His sudden shame in discovering his nakedness that resulted from his obtaining ‘knowledge’ after eating the forbidden fruit is rectified in the body of the Kohen Gadol with his special clothing and lofty service. His sense of dignity and nobility, as well as his

absolute allegiance to the exact word of G-d, serves as a paradigm to emulate in bringing us all back to that original relationship with G-d. It is to that notion of restored stature that the verse refers to in ‘filling his hands’. In light of the above it all makes sense. It began with an abuse of the hand by Adam and Chava, and its health is returned to that very same place, in the persona of the Kohen Gadol. But what is it about hands in particular that is so significant which is clearly being emphasized here? The Holy Barditchiver, Rav Levi Yitzchock, adds an exquisite explanation to the idea of ‘filling’ one’s hands, that I believe will lead us to solve this riddle. Man naturally seeks satisfaction. There is a constant quest to fill that void for happiness, because in the natural world there isn’t anything that can truly satisfy. It may pacify us with fleeting pleasures but never does it last. One who understands that in our connection to G-d lies the only source of nourishment for the soul, will always be content and never feel lacking in any aspect of life. Aharon and his sons in their heightened sense of awareness of the relationship we have with G-d, were always happy and thus fulfilled. Although there are many rungs to climb on that ladder toward G-d, nevertheless, each step of the way provides us eternal satisfaction that serves as the foundation on which to build a even more profound sense of closeness. The Maharal )‫ (נתיב העבודה‬points out that hands represent our most external self. We utilize them to ‘feel’ our way around a very physical world, drawing unto ourselves its corporeal pleasures.

The very first act of allegiance we perform in our daily service, as the Kohen in the Temple did, is the act of ‫נטילת ידים‬, which more literally means to ‘elevate’ our hands. By ‘raising our hands’ each morning, we reaffirm our comprehending the exercises in futility and the many distractions our external senses often lead us to. We assert our need to direct ourselves upward rather than to grab for goodies outward. Hands are in distance the furthermost point from our ‘being’, and also represent the most physical of senses, that of touch. In a ‘feel good’ world we become accustomed to expecting sensory pleasure from everything we engage in. We measure value by how ‘I’ feel. If it doesn’t feel right then it must be worthless. That is the philosophy of Amalek. If there was just one Mordechai that refused to bow, then something is wrong. The Matriarch of this family, Timna, longs to be part of the legacy of Avraham. When she is shunned by Avraham, she resorts to partnering with the evil Elifaz, after all, he too is a great grandson of Avraham. It feels good, that’s all that counts. The Torah states; ‫ראשית גוים עמלק‬, Amalek is first among nations. The acronym of this notion spells ‫רגע‬, the moment; the here and now is what is important; it feels good then go for it. The Amalekite nation sought to attack us a second time, after the death of Aharon when we were left exposed as the Clouds of Glory that came in Aharon’s merit departed with his demise. Aharon and all he stood for was antithetical to Amalek. Self-content and fulfilled, without any need for any external simulation, Amalek despised everything Aharon represented. They despised people who could find inner happiness and calm.

How we view our ‘hand’ will determine the health of our relationship with the world around us and ultimately with G-d. The first encounter with Amalek took place at ‫רפידים‬, Rephidim. We are taught that its name implies the reason we were susceptible to attack. ‫ רפידים‬is

Does one then study Torah with the hand? Perhaps it infers that they allowed their ‘fingers to do the walking’, indulging in external exploration of what was within their grasp to draw from the wide world surrounding them. They weren’t content by what their ‘hands were filled’ with already. The mystical Rav Nachman of Breslov points out that we take our pulse from the wrist, right at the juncture where the hand begins. It measures the health of the heart and its capacity to pump mightily at the farthest distance.

This, he teaches, is the accurate measure of our spiritual health as well. Does the excitement that flows through our veins, coursing from the heartfelt passion beating within us, determine and control where our ‘hands’ roam. )‫(הלכות נטילת ידים א‬ We live in two worlds that too often intersect in conflict. We seek sensory satisfaction even in the spiritual goals we pursue. If it doesn’t provide an immediate response we ‘cool off’ from our inspiration. We are fooled by our ‘feelings’ in allowing them to determine our commitments. That is the power of Amalek. It is time to proverbially raise our ‘hands’ to our Father in Heaven. Jewish law states that on Purim, ‫כל הפושט יד נותנין לו‬, whoever extends

one’s hand on Purim in need, we must respond and give indiscriminately. The word ‫ פושט‬can alternately mean to resolve. Perhaps I may suggest that this is additionally teaching us that if we resolve the dilemma of the ‘hand’, G-d assures us happiness and great bounty! When one drinks alcohol it dulls the senses, especially that of touch. That is our goal. May we get shikkur, intoxicated with the love of G-d, giving ourselves permission to dampen our delusional senses and rediscover extreme happiness in our privileged bond with G-d!

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No wonder the Blessing of the Kohen is known as ‫נשיאת כפים‬, the raising of the palms; for therein lies the secret of its power.

the contraction of the words ‫רפו ידיהם‬, they loosened their hand (grip), from studying Torah.

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The Big Picture Parshas Tetzave (Purim) ‘Scattered and Splintered’ By Rabbi Motty Rabinowitz

Purim, especially in Israel, is a confusing time of year (and not just because of the alcohol). Most locations keep Purim on the 14th of Adar, but ancient walled cities such as Jerusalem keep Purim on the 15th. Some towns, such as Chevron, have customs to keep both days in some format, since they are unsure of their historical status. And then there are neighborhoods within the Jerusalem area, such as Ramot, where there are hala-

chic disagreements over which one to keep, and so some groups keep one, and some the other. The Megilla describes the institution of Purim as being one where we highlight unity, “‫”דברי שלום ואמת‬, as opposed to Haman’s claim that we are a ‘scattered and splintered people’. It seems very ironic that this Yom-tov, of all the festivals we have throughout the year, is setup to promote separate practices on differing days, seemingly

the opposite of unity. This unique feature of Purim, has not gone unnoticed. The Talmudic commentators at the beginning of tractate Megilla discuss the reason why we have two location-dependent days, the 14th and 15th, something not found elsewhere. Rabbeinu Nissim explains that is simply based on the historical unfolding of events as explained in the Megilla. Most locals in the Persian empire rested from their defensive battles on the 14th, and the Jews in Shushan, the capital, only rested on the 15th. While this suffices to explain our modern two-day practice, this doesn’t fully explain another feature of Purim, one that is not practiced today. The Mishna explains that Megilla could also be read, depending on the year, on the 11th, 12th and 13th of Adar, to make life easier for villagers who commute and peddle their wears in larger towns. There was no historical precedence at the time of the Megilla for these extra days. Why were our Rabbis uniquely sensitive to the villagers only on Purim, as a result formatting the YomTov in a way that focuses on differing practices, instead of a unified festival where everyone celebrates on the same day? The Shem Mishmuel proposes that this represented the primary miracle of Purim. Haman’s claim regarding the ‘scattered’ nature of the Jewish People was valid. The Jews at the time were indeed spread across the Persian Empire. The Jews of Egypt at one end of the empire, were undoubtedly culturally different from those living in Persia itself. They probably spoke different languages, had different names, prayed differently, dressed differently and thought differently. The rapid turn of events in the Purim story did not change that fact. Yet, when it came

time to act together to save the nation and to reaffirm their commitment to the Torah and each other, they acted as limbs in one body. Miraculously, despite the clear differences between them, the Jews made it happen. Purim is purposely setup to highlight that our external differences, which are all too real, do not reflect our inner allegiance. Outwardly, we observe different days and varied practices. Inwardly, we are able to overcome the urge to splinter into factions, and we renew our commitment to each other and to our mutual heritage. It is for this reason that it is forbidden to fast or eulogize on either of the two current days or Purim. While outwardly, we each observe only one day, internally we celebrate together for both days. Achdus does not require sameness – it does require an appreciation of our common denominators. On Purim we recognize the miracle of deliverance from Haman and his evil decrees. But the crux of the miracle, according to the Shem Mishmuel, was the fact that we were able to overcome our seemingly intractable divisions and stand together as one nation against the dangerous threat. As we again approach Purim, it is an opportunity for us to renew that unifying bond. Our Mishloach Monos circuit, for example, is a great chance for us to overcome past grievances and forge new relationships. Perhaps, in addition to our annual delivery spots, we can momentarily step out of our regular social circles and reach out to someone ‘different’, a neighbor who we haven’t spoken to, or an acquaintance with whom we don’t see eye-to-eye. We can again live the Purim miracle and declare to Haman and the world that we are indeed, “‫גוי אחד‬ ‫ – ”בארץ‬one indivisible nation in the world.

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Notable Quotes

Exchange between Obama’s Director of National Intelligence James Clapper and Chuck Todd on NBC’s “Meet the Press”:

TODD: Let me ask you this, does intelligence exist that can definitively answer the following question, whether there were improper contacts between the Trump campaign and Russia officials?

A new financial app from JP Morgan can now do in seconds what it once took Wall Street financiers 360,000 hours to accomplish. That’s right, the app wrecks the global economy. - Conan O’Brien

TODD: I understand that, but does it exist? CLAPPER: Not to my knowledge.

– From a blog posting by Uber CEO Travis Kalanick after a video surfaced of him getting into an argument with his Uber driver

It’s come out that 83-year-old Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s daily workout routine includes pushups, planks, and squats. Apparently she began seriously taking care of her health last November 9th.

I thought, “Oh, gee, I don’t have the experience. I don’t know enough.” And now I’m thinking, “Oh. Oh.” – Oprah in an interview with Bloomberg, when asked whether she would ever run for president

– Conan O’Brien

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You’re going to make a lot of money, right? But don’t run for politics after. - President Trump joking around with a fourth grader when visiting a private Catholic school in Orlando

– What Rachel Dolezal recently changed her legal name to (she is the former Spokane, Washington, NAACP leader who resigned last year amid criticism that she was passing herself off as black even though she is white)

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By now I’m sure you’ve seen the video where I treated an Uber driver disrespectfully. To say that I am ashamed is an extreme understatement. My job as your leader is to lead…and that starts with behaving in a way that makes us all proud. That is not what I did, and it cannot be explained away.

CLAPPER: We did not include evidence in our report, and I say our, that’s NSA, FBI and CIA with my office, the director of national intelligence that had anything — that had any reflection of collusion between members of the Trump campaign and the Russians. There was there no evidence of that including in our report.

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Snapchat’s IPO launched on the stock market yesterday. Or, to put it another way, something that your parents don’t understand just launched on something you don’t understand. - Jimmy Fallon

President Trump gave his first address to a joint session of Congress tonight. Now, our show tapes early, so we don’t know what happened, but I’ll bet the people who were there aren’t that sure what happened either. – Seth Myers

Scientists have found a way to grow human tissue on apples. Now the only thing left for them to discover is a reason to grow human tissue on apples. – Conan O’Brien

They don’t want nothing but division, bickering. They don’t want to solve no problems. They don’t want to help kids or husbands or family members that’s been murdered by illegals… But it’s bigger than them, so I just keep on moving. I just ignore them like they do me. - Jamiel Shaw, whose 17-year-old son was killed by an illegal immigrant, in an interview on Fox News after being a guest of President Trump at his address to Congress, when asked about the Democrats’ obstructionism

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Presidential Tweets Terrible! Just found out that Obama had my “wires tapped” in Trump Tower just before the victory. Nothing found. This is McCarthyism! How low has President Obama gone to tapp [sic] my phones during the very sacred election process. This is Nixon/Watergate. Bad (or sick) guy! Who was it that secretly said to Russian President, “Tell Vladimir that after the election I’ll have more flexibility?”

It has been people, individuals who have banded together, ordinary people who simply saw what needed to be done and came together and supported those ideals who have made the diﬀerence. They’ve marched, they’ve bled, and yes, some of them died. This is hard. Every good thing is. We have done this before. We can do this again. - Former Attorney General Loretta Lynch, in a Democrat Party video, urging people to protest against Trump

In the U.K., a group of scientists successfully taught bumblebees how to play soccer. And now, they’re trying to get American bumblebees to watch it. – Conan O’Brien

President Trump gave his big address to Congress last night. But it was surprising — he didn’t trash the media or brag about winning the election. It was the first time people playing a Trump drinking game ended up sober. - Jimmy Fallon

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Off to meeting w/Russian Ambassador. Upset about the arbitrary/cruel decision to end all US adoptions, even those in process. - Tweet by McCaskill in January 2013…Oops!

- House Minority Leader Nancy Peosi (D-CA) on CNN when shown a picture of her at a meeting with the Russian ambassador and the Russian president, after she claimed that she never met with the Russian ambassador

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- MSNBC’s Mika Brzezinski, in full panic mode over Trump

- Entry of Diane Nguyen, who created a wedding dress made entirely of Taco Bell wrappers, into Taco Bell’s contest to win a free wedding at Taco Bell’s new Las Vegas wedding venue

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You gotta be kidding Yankel was dressed in his finest suit when he went for an interview with the president of a world-renowned bank. The banker turned to him and said, “So tell me, sir, what do you think is your greatest weakness?” Yankel, who prepared for this question, responded, “Honesty. Sometimes I am just too honest and I say what’s on my mind.” The banker was intrigued and said, “I don’t think honesty is a weakness.” Yankel replied, “Actually, I really don’t care at all what you think.”

Hey Underlings, Here’s a picture of me asking President Trump a question at a press conference last week. I don’t know why he got upset at me. But, whatever. Anyways, you see my yarmulke? It’s got TJH’s email address on it. Use it! The serious folks who handle the rest of TJH asked me to get my legions of fans to participate in the Purim photo album (probably because they know that the only original and funny costumes are those worn by you guys). So please, make me look good, maybe it will get me a raise (yeah right). For those of you who can’t ed i t e .com o r@f i v e tow n sj ew i s h h om read off of yarmulkes, the email address is editor@ fivetownsjewishhome.com. When sending your Purim photos, make sure to include the words “Purim Pictures” in the subject line. (Capitalizing each word is totally optional.) The deadline for photos is Monday, Shushan Purim, at 10pm. Get it? Got it? Good! Happy Purim! The Centerfold Commissioner

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What you dress up as tells me everything I need to know about you Barack Obama: You like eavesdropping on other people’s private conversations. President Trump: Ty lyubish’ Putina, ne otritsay eto (Translation: you love Putin, don’t deny it).

Juice Box: You think so outside the box that you actually put yourself in a box…must be really comfortable.

Chuck Schumer: You love hearing yourself talk.

Mummy: So, you bought your costume in October, huh? Anything to save a few dollars!

Hillary Clinton: You have a tendency to snatch defeat from victory.

Sushi Chef: You are an addict. Stop thinking about sushi; it’s just food!

Policeman: You like doughnuts.

Doctor: You love making people wait.

Fireman: You like putting out fires.

Mailman: Helllllloooooo Newman!

Steve Jobs: You are a mogul at heart. You can certainly create the next Apple...start planting!

Ben Carson: You love sleeping.

Cowboy: Let me guess—you tell people that you have a concealed carry license.

A Scotsman with a Kilt: You went up the wrong aisle at Party City and totally didn’t realize it.

Clown: Forever the funnyman. Limo Driver: You never see a rearview mirror you don’t want to schmooze with. Hippie: You are still living in the sixties…and you really should put on some deodorant.

David is delivering mishloach manos for his wife, who is a master mishloach manos maker. She individualizes each one and spends weeks before Purim working on it. David labels each one before delivering them. The first box is marked “Chocolate,” the second is marked “Candy,” and the third box is marked “Mixed.” While on the way to make his deliveries, David realizes that he labeled the boxes incorrectly. But he doesn’t want to open them up because his wife spent approximately 6 hours and 35 minutes tying them with bows. How can David figure out what is in each mishloach manos by only taking one item out of one of the mishloach manos boxes? See answer to the right

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Riddle me this?

Answer to Riddle: First, David takes an item from the box marked “Mixed.” If it is chocolate, he knows that the box can only contain chocolate and can’t be the mixed box. He looks at the other 2 boxes; one is labeled “Candy” and the other is labeled “Chocolate.” Since the boxes are mislabeled, he knows that the one that is labeled “Candy” does not actually contain only candy, rather it is the mixed box. Now he also knows that the box labeled “Chocolate” must be the candy box. (Same logic applies if he picks out a piece of candy from the box labeled “Mixed.”)

Disney Character: You believe in make-believe. Don’t worry, someday your dreams will come true. Chassid: You like kishke.

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Dating Dialogue

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Moderated by Jennifer Mann, LCSW of The Navidaters

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What Would You Do If…

Dear Navidaters,

My husband is a wonderful man and I admire him greatly. I’m sure many other people do as well. He is very disciplined, hardworking and motivated. Despite what and where he comes from, he’s made a very impressive life for himself, in every way. The only downside to his tremendous success both professionally and in terms of Yiddishkeit is that now that our son is about to start dating his attitude is very disturbing to me. It’s almost like he thinks he is king and his son deserves nothing less than the daughter of another king. At least that’s the way I see it.

Yes, he decided and determined what his life would look like and what he wants for his children. I do admire where he’s at, particularly in light of where he comes from. But his judgment of others in such an unsympathetic way, leaving no room for real life, makes me very angry. Obviously, his word is the only one that matters when it comes to shidduchim. He’s in charge and my opinion doesn’t really matter. If it did, I would have OK’d many resumes that seemed to be so lovely. I’m embarrassed at his elitist attitude and fear that he will keep rejecting resumes and our dear son will miss the boat altogether. How do I get through to my husband?

Disclaimer: This column is not intended to diagnose or otherwise conclude resolutions to any questions. Our intention is not to offer any definitive conclusions to any particular question, rather offer areas of exploration for the author and reader. Due to the nature of the column receiving only a short snapshot of an issue, without the benefit of an actual discussion, the panel’s role is to offer a range of possibilities. We hope to open up meaningful dialogue and individual exploration.

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He is rejecting resumes left and right. He will not consider some of the most wonderful girls because of some imperfection he sees and the imperfection could be found not with the girl, but with her parents or even grandparents! What’s really the most troubling thing about this is that he comes from a background that is less than what many would say is terrific. His parents were divorced, his sister has chosen a path completely different than his and they haven’t spoken in over ten years. I could go on.

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here seems to be deeper roots to your communication issue. It’s not just about shidduchim. There seem to be control aspects here. You also say that your husband has accomplished a lot and you admire him for it. You say he is acting like a king and rejecting resumes for potential dates in an unrealistic manner. He may seem to want to prove himself by his son marrying well and that’s why he rejects girls whose families are less than perfect. There seem to be unresolved issues in your own marriage; communication and a solid partnership don’t seem to be there. The two of you are not in it together. It actually should be three of you. And, as I mentioned, there may be control issues too, not just compensation or public image involved. Professional help is probably not going to be accepted by your husband. I suggest that you enlist his rabbi and his best friend(s) to talk to him. This will be a process. They can open the topic with friendly questions like “how is it going with shidduchim?” They know him for many years and therefore might be heard. He needs to be encouraged to take them into his confidence. The objective is not to tell him what to do in general. Parents don’t respond well to general guidance about shidduchim. It is much more strategic to give one’s opinion in the context of specific shidduchim that are suggested. Encourage your husband to enlist the help of his rav and his trusted friends in the information gathering; this will facilitate more communication. A key point that might be made to him gently and tactfully is to open up the process to include your son. Your husband can be apprised

of the fact that if parents don’t work with their child, he may want to move ahead with shidduchim without them and go to his mentors/friends for help. Your husband won’t want to be left out of the shidduch process. You will need some long term professional help to become part of a team in your marriage. Start now. You may not be able to change your spouse but you can change your own reactions and communications. Good luck.

vention. If your son chooses to get engaged to a girl who eluded your husband’s radar, your rav will serve as mediator – between your son and his father. Final thought: wouldn’t it be ironic if your husband chose a girl from the A-list family and they rejected your son because of his humble grandparents?

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he shidduch process is difficult enough; your husband is complicating the task by seeking not a mate for his son, but a “merger” with a family that would enhance his social standing. By his criteria, Avraham Avinu, the son of an idol merchant, would not be a suitable mechutan. I am impressed by the way you describe your husband – with respect, reverence and admiration. In your words, he is the King. That would be wonderful if he treated you as the Queen. Instead, judging by the tone of your letter, you come across as the Subservient Wife. His word is law; all must obey. Scarier still, your son’s feelings and preferences are considered irrelevant. So we agree that your husband’s approach to shidduchim is skewed and elitist. More vexing is his disregard of your and your son’s input in this critical area. If your husband refuses to listen to reason, consult with a competent rav. Your rav may advise you to take charge of your son’s shidduchim and give you practical advice on how to proceed without your husband’s inter-

rom the introduction in your letter, your husband sounds like a successful and well-respected man whom you admire. From your question, it sounds like your shidduch-age son has put his parents in charge of finding perspective matches for him. Here’s an anecdote I remember from a few years back: a former teacher of mine mentioned that her “alleh maylos” brother-in-law would be starting shidduchim soon. “Mark my words,” she said, “he will marry the first girl he goes out with.” His parents were super-picky in choosing prospects, but lo and behold – two months later her brother-in-law was indeed engaged to the first girl he met! I’d suggest a different approach; one that I admit might take a lot of effort from your part. While you don’t describe your son in great detail, it sounds like he’s a high-quality bochur from a good family with many suggestions coming his way. Your husband would love for your son to marry into a stable family who shares your values and ways. So at this point, with a plethora of amazing suggestions coming his way, why shouldn’t be aim for a shidduch as ideal as possible? Perhaps your husband perceives that your son is the type to get serous

By his criteria, Avraham Avinu, the son of an idol merchant, would not be a suitable mechutan.

with the first girl he meets, just like the brother-in-law in my story. Therefore, he is trying to limit his prospects at the outset to ideas which seem as much on-target as possible. After all, he only needs to find that one! Your husband does, however, sound like he needs to learn a new approach in the communication department. For now, I would suggest changing your mindset to realize that your husband merely wants what’s best for your (in the plural sense) son. Perhaps the two of you should communicate better with each other as a team, rather than as divided individual parties – if not for your sake, then for the sake of the rest of your family. Perhaps you could discuss a Plan B, implying that in case his approach yields no positive outcome after a specific time period, you will re-evaluate a broader approach to filtering prospective shidduchim. Meet together with a therapist or a rav, if your own efforts are unsuccessful. I wish you hatzlacha in finding the right one for your son, as well as reconciling your hidden conflict with your husband.

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t sounds like your son is very desirable and many people are

where your husband has all the say and you have to sit back, feel angry, and yet still have no say in the matter? If your husband calls all the shots on shidduchim, my guess is that he’s calling all the shots in many other areas of your marriage as well. How’s that working for you? Sounds like the two of you would benefit tremendously from some couple therapy. Marriages are about teamwork, equality, respect and mutual say in all matters. I get the feeling that does not describe your marriage. I feel that if the two of you get on the same page,

If your husband calls all the shots on shidduchim, my guess is that he’s calling all the shots in many other areas of your marriage as well.

your shidduch question will no longer be relevant.

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son fits into this equation? And besides, we all know that behind closed doors no one and no family is perfect. So who does he think he’s fooling? His lineage is far from perfect and that’s fine. But he needs to get real and try to understand what is making him behave in such an elitist, unbending, insensitive way. Now back to you, my dear. When exactly did you lose your voice in this marriage? Is it natural in your marriage for your opinion to hold absolutely no weight? How did things get to the point

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thinking about him in terms of setting him up with their daughters (or nieces, or cousins, etc.). So I’m not so worried about him. He’ll probably do just fine. It’s you I’m worried about! And for that matter, your husband as well. Your husband sounds to me, from the limited information I have, like he’s trying to prove something to himself and the world. Finding a proper match for your son should not be based on his rigid checklist that satisfies his needs. Has he even considered where your

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er your husband is controlling or you perceive him as controlling…this marriage needs help. As other panelists wisely suggested, the time is now for couples’ therapy (unless there is active abuse. If there is, G-d forbid, active abuse of any kind and you are uncomfortable speaking about your feelings in front of him for fear of his reaction, then I hope you see an individual therapist to sort through your feelings in a safe environment. No one has to stay in an abusive relationship. No one deserves to be in abusive relationship.) A marriage is a partnership of equals. It is not a relationship of dominance and subservience. No one deserves to have their thoughts and feelings ignored. Everyone deserves an opening to be heard and validated. That includes you. Ul-

timately, whether your husband decides to listen to you and soften his harsh resume filter is his decision. If he has been open to other suggestions of yours in the past, then you can ask him to join you in marital therapy to work through this. If he is closed to the idea of therapy, then you can enlist the help of his rav or good friends. Shidduch aside, my main concern in your letter is you. Of course your opinion about shidduchim matters. You carried this child, you birthed this child, he has half of your genetic material. You’re a VIP. And, P.S., I agree with you. To toss people aside left and right because the Great Zeidy was rumored to have words with Mr. So and So after shul on Shabbos is absurd. We all have stories, we all have histories, we all have skeletons that we are forced to keep in the closet. ALL. OF. US. No exceptions,

not even your husband. If you’re comfortable and he’s amenable, go for marital counseling. If you’re uncomfortable, find your own therapist. Good luck. Sincerely, Jennifer

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our husband is doing your son a disservice and I think you know that. What I’m not sure about is whether you realize that he is doing you a disservice as well. As I read your letter, I felt myself getting worked up. It evoked thoughts and feelings like this is so unfair! And how harsh! I also have questions. So many questions for you. How did this happen? How do you define your husband’s behavior? Does your husband care about your opinion in other areas of life, like finances, parenting, leisure time, friendships, etc.? How did it become obvious that his is the only opinion that matters when it comes to shidduchim? I don’t know enough about your relationship to tell you that your husband is controlling and this is unhealthy. It is quite possible that some of this is your perception. Here’s the important part: wheth-

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Jews live with a constant Purim story unfolding in all generations and over all time. The story of Purim, as it has come down to us through the writings of Mordechai and Esther, is a story replete with individual characters whose personalities and actions define the story itself. These characters are prototypes for later personalities, ideas, plots and events that occur throughout history. Every generation is charged with reviewing the story of Purim in its time and to see the events and char-

he Megillah of Esther itself tells us that the memory and commemoration of the days of Purim will continue until eternity and never disappear from Jewish life. Extraordinarily, the Talmud expands this statement to mean that even at the end of days when the other commandments of the Torah may no longer be necessary because of the exalted state of spirituality within the Jewish nation and mankind as a whole, the commemoration and memory of the days of Purim will continue even then.

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acters of its generation in the light of the grand heavenly scheme that Purim represents. Surveying today’s scene and events, I think that I can identify someone who can fill the bill as far as King Achashveirosh is concerned. I can also cast someone as a humble and destroyed Queen Vashti. There also are an abundance of tyrants, haters and corrupt officials who certainly can represent Haman in our current reconstruction of the Purim story. Even some of the minor characters of the Megillah, such as Charbonah, can be discerned in our current world. But my fantasy Purim story has, as of yet, been unable to fit in the two main characters, the heroic figures that make the story of Purim timeless and eternal. Who is to play the roles of Mordechai and Esther in our current Purim scenario? Where are they when, seemingly, we need them most? Against all odds, ignoring advice from friends and threats from foes, Mordechai will not kneel nor bow down to false gods and cruel tyrants. Queen Esther for her part risks life and limb, position and honor, wealth and comfort, to come to the aid of her people in their hour of need. She is a Jewess first and only secondarily is she the queen of Persia. These two people, Mordechai and Esther, have set very high standards for Jewish behavior for all later generations. Criticized from within and persecuted from without, they persevered, and through their loyalty and commitment to the Torah, people and the Jewish nation, brought about salvation and triumph. There are such people amongst us today as well. Our task is to recognize and identify them, strengthen them in their efforts and support them against the misguided other Jews and nonJews. All of us have the ability to fill in

our own playbill with the characters – the heroes and villains, if you will – and construct our own current living Purim story. We live in momentous times where miracles abound for the Jewish people. Just as in the original Purim story the miracles were hidden and not necessarily obvious to all, so too is this the case in our time as well. It apparently requires dangerous circumstances to bring about some semblance of Jewish unity. Even then, there are always those who dissent, carp and criticize. They were present in Persia long ago when the original Purim story unfolded, and they exist today in various forms, organizations and institutions. They always profess great human goals and deep concern for the future of the Jewish people while at the same time taking actions that are detrimental to the Jewish present and outrightly dangerous to the Jewish future. Mordechai and Esther are a little too Jewish for them. They are too brash, too stubborn, too clannish and are unnecessarily provocative. Mordechai and Esther in their time did not receive universal approbation. It is only history, in its unfolding of events, that has proven them correct and heroic. We cannot expect that people who aspire to be Mordechai and Esther in our time should be universally accepted, loved, admired…and followed. This is a reality of Jewish and human life that must be accepted and factored into the general pursuit of the good and noble. Hidden miracles abound in our current world as far as the Jewish people are concerned. Anyone who has the good fortune of living in the Land of Israel today instinctively realizes this on a daily basis. Let us strengthen ourselves and be determined and strong as our current Purim story unfolds around us. Purim sameach.

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Recently I had the distinct honor of spending a few hours with Adele Loyada, the Director of Product Development at Kosher Innovation Corporation. This innovative, Jerusalem-based firm is famous for groundbreaking products like the KosherLight, the KosherWatch, and Shabbos Brushes for teeth. Loyada, a native of Iran herself, fled to Israel shortly before P’tcha hit the mainstream market in Jerusalem. This, she says, was the first experience she had with innovation. “Old school Ashkenazi Jewish foods, born from absolute poverty and deprivation meet modern Jewish life, where symbols of the old now blend with the age of Sushi, Schwarma, and Shishlick.” On the tour of their R&B Lab (Research and Be’Ezras Hashem), I got to see and sample some of the amazing new products in the works. The first product I saw was The Daled Amos Talis: Seeking to overcome a number of common issues, this innovative new Talis comes with features such as Self Retracting Talis Strings - Using Grama technology certified by the Asterisk-K, this Talis will automatically retract the Tzitzis strings to avoid common issues like the whipping the guy behind you in the face when you put it on, those kids that tie Talesim together during hakafos, and the herring juice dip when reaching over or through people at a Kiddush. Additional features include state of the art sound buffering materials to block out that guy next to you who struggles with enunciation of his Alefs and Ayins (NOTE: if you are that guy, the sound buffer works both ways), water repellant non-stick wool so the Talis can double as a poncho while also protecting you from careless sneezing and kids with sticky hands, and finally, my personal favorite feature, always vertical stripe

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We Will Laugh Like Never Before By Rabbi YY Rubinstein

don’t know if you’ve ever given any thought to what makes us laugh. One well-known English comedian is also an intellectual who lectures at Oxford and Cambridge. His name is Rowan Atkinson (you may know him as Mr. Bean) and he splits humor into different categories. One is physical humor, or slapstick. The second is incongruity, when something appears where it doesn’t belong. I once saw a funny picture of a row of ten dogs sitting and looking straight into a camera. The dogs were all different – one was a German shepherd, another a collie, a third was a poodle (which I find funny in its own right!) – and sitting right in the middle of all those dogs, also looking up at the camera, was a cat. It shouldn’t have been there, and it made me laugh. A third category of humor, and perhaps the most common, is the surprise or unexpected. In fact, the funny part of a joke is called the “punchline.” Like a punch, it is sudden and you usually don’t see it coming! Pharaoh certainly didn’t see it coming in Egypt, which is why he was quite happy to climb into his teeny weenie pajamas (remember he was a dwarf) and tuck himself into his teeny weenie bed despite Moshe’s bloodcurdling warning that Egypt’s firstborns were going to die that very

night. The ruler of Egypt was quite convinced that his god’s power (the Egyptian’s chief god was the sheep and if that’s not funny I don’t know what is – a lion, yes! But a sheep?) would be recharged as the earth moved close to the constellation called the “Tleh” or Sheep. Pharaoh and Egypt’s immense occult power came from their ability to manipulate the forces that flowed from those stars. They could even look into the future sometimes and turn sticks into snakes. Now fully charged, Egypt’s mystical arts would place chains back around the necks of the Jews. It didn’t work out too well for Pharaoh. Generations of Jewish children with sparkling eyes would learn to sing, “Pharaoh in pajamas in the middle of the night…” Pharaoh didn’t see it coming. He led an army and found the Jews with their backs to the sea and nowhere to go. “Aha!” He must have thought as he picked up his bow and arrows, “Gotcha!” Then the sea split, the Jews went through, and the Egyptians, led by their king, decided that it would be a simply brilliant idea to chase after them. It wasn’t and the rather obvious conclusion occurred, glug, glug, glug. Yisgadal vyiskadash! Another person who didn’t see it coming was the Jew-hater Haman.

He was so sure of himself that he arranged all of the components of Mordechai’s execution ahead of the King giving him permission to carry them out. He must have felt very much the fool when instead he found himself leading Mordechai in a procession of honor. He certainly looked quite the fool when he was confronted by Queen Esther’s revelation that she was a Jew and that he was trying to have her killed. And he certainly didn’t see it coming when he was led to the steps of the same gallows he planned to hang Mordechai on and remembered that the day he had chosen for his holocaust was the one when the Jews were now arming themselves ready to kill his followers. I recall meeting one of the most remarkable Jews I ever came across, Natan (Anatonly) Sharansky. Today, of course, he is the head of the Jewish Agency dealing with immigration to the Jewish State. Probably the former Soviet Union’s most famous dissident, Sharansky was sentenced in 1977 to 13 years hard labor in the Gulag for the trumped up charge of spying for the United States. He was detained in “Perm 35,” a so-called “strict regimen colony” in Siberia. He kept his sanity during solitary confinement by playing chess with himself in his head. He likes to joke that the advan-

tage of playing this way meant that he always won. On one occasion, Sharansky had someone carve him a Chanukiah out of wood. He managed to secure some matches, wax and thread to make candles. As he was about to light his improvised menorah, the door to his cell burst open. He had been betrayed and the components of his improvised Chanukiah were confiscated. Sharansky announced to the guards that until they were returned to him, he would go on hunger strike. The anti-Semitic guards shrugged, if the Jew wanted to starve, bon appetit! The second day of Chanukah became a taanis for the Refusnik as did the next five. On the eighth and last day of the festival, a remarkable thing occurred. The Soviet Union was a signatory to an international convention wherein it agreed to allow its prisons be inspected by international human rights lawyers with only twenty-four hours’ notice. The commandant of the camp received a call that such a delegation would be arriving later that day. It did not escape the Communists’ notice that if they found that his most famous prisoner was starving himself to death because his religious rights had been violated, he might end up joining Sharansky as an inmate in his own prison. He had to persuade Sharansky to give up his

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Scandal Hits Five Towns Little League answer Amen!” The commandant had no fight left in him and promptly agreed to this condition too. He stood up and put on his hat while Sharansky prepared his menorah. Having lit the match, he began to recite the bracha while the Russian looked on nervously waiting for his cue to say, “Amen.” “Boruch ato Hashem,” began the prisoner and then translated the words into Russian. “Asher kiddishanu b’mitzvotov…Who has made us Holy through his mitzvos…vitzivonu l’hadlik ner shel Chanukah,” which he translated as, “and who will destroy our enemies.” Sharansky then nodded at the commandant who answered, “Amen!”

the children of Israel from the land of Egypt,’ but rather ‘By the life of Hashem who lifted and brought the seed of the house of Israel from the north land and all the lands.’” The downfall of Pharaoh and Haman and so many others will be nothing compared to what will happen when Hashem decides to end this long and bitter galus. Instead we will be talking about how today’s Hamans “didn’t see it coming.” Their arrogance and evil will blind them to Hashem undoing the plans they are hatching against us. When that happens, they will indeed look like fools and we will laugh…as we have never laughed before.

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He’s even been accused of putting “But in I gave you back Jewish bottles canborsht the team’s Gatorade delabra!” complained the head of the and drinking White Russians (non-alcamp. coholic, of course) between innings. “I want my candles and my The evidence, though, is very matches!” demanded Sharansky. flynn-zy and many believe that the This was a much harder conceslosing team is just putin’ on this sion. Matches in a wooden camp charade because they can’t handle could be used to start a fire. The Ruslosing. (They’re the participation trosian considered and said, “If I give phy-types.) you candles and matches back, you Although fans of the losing team give up hunger strike…yes?” were given intense coloring book “Yes,” replied the prisoner. therapy, playdough therapy, and The commandant returned these magna-tile after strike!” the loss, too. “Now youtherapy give up hunger many of them are still unable to he declared. cope. Their colorful oak tags rain “No,” replied Sharansky. “Itand is the soaked haveI want brought them last day ofponchos my festival. to light no Chanukiah solace. Thenow, only here thinginthat the yourbrings ofthemheany sense of relief is to meditafice!” demanded. tively wasthe theChanukiah Russians. It “If Ichant, let you“Itlight was you all the here giveRussians.” up hunger strike…yes?” Meanwhile, losing team’s “Yes,” replied the the prisoner but manager hiding“If out in thickadded one has lastbeen condition. I am goly wooded doghave sinceto the ing to light areas them with here,his I will loss, aexcept for and when hewill occasionally make blessing you have to catches a Broadway show. Some fans have even gone to the forest to try to

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scandal has rocked the Five protest. Towns Little League after it The dissident was brought before was disclosed that the coachthe commandant and the guards es and manager of last year’s World were told to wait outside. “Prisoner Series winning team, the Rockets, Sharansky,” began the Russian, “this were in contact with the Russians hunger strike is stupid. You are putthroughout the season. ting your health in danger. Vot can ve The manager of the losing World do to make you stop?” Series team, the Devils, held a press Sharansky knew something was conference and asked the league comup. missioner to rescind the trophy. “This “It is very simple,” he replied. “I was a completely illegitimate victory. want my Chanukiah back!” Had they not been in contact with To give in was, of course, to lose the Russians we would have certainly face, but to refuse might mean that won.” he was finished. TheI give winning team defeated the “If you Jewish candelabra Devils you 19-7 give in theupWorld Series game back, hunger strike… and experts hired by the Devils are yes?” certain the the Rockets’ “Yes,”that replied prisoner.players The would not have beentoable to play as commandant went a cupboard wellreturned as they did not for their managand theifwooden Chanukiah ers’the contact with the Russians. to prisoner. So close communication “Now youwas givethe up hunger strike!” between the Russians and the Rockhe declared ets “No,” that investigators even have picreplied Sharansky. tures of the winning manager wearing a leopard uniform with fur trimming.

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reparing for Purim 2017, I’ve been reviewing Megillas Esther and am awed by the commitment and personal growth demonstrated by the key players in this timeless story. How did we Jews get ourselves into the predicament that Haman the Vizier was able to pass a decree calling for our annihilation? We Jews were partying just as hard as the other peoples of the empire at the food and drinking carnival called by King Achashveirosh. A guy from the proverbial “other side of the tracks,” Achashveirosh conquered the lands, yet his hold on power was tenuous at best. He threw this obscene party lasting for 180 days in order to secure his powerbase. And we Jews jumped in at the deep end and became like everyone else, caught up in the debauchery. One person remained separate and sane amidst this chaos. Mordechai, the descendant of the first Jewish king of Israel, refused to bow down to Haman. And off went Haman, intent on destroying us. Haman describes the Jews as hav-

ing “laws different from those of every other people, and they do not keep the king’s laws, so that it is not appropriate for the king to tolerate them” (Megillas Esther 3:8). Interestingly, Jewish law makes room for Torah Jews to recognize heads of states and other leaders. What made Mordechai defiant in the face of Haman? Some commentators say that bowing down to Haman was akin to idol worship. Others point out that Mordechai, symbolizing the Jewish people, refuses to show any honor to Haman, the epitome of our archenemy Amalek. In fact, Mordechai will finish the job left open by Shaul HaMelech, who failed to keep the commandment of eradicating Amalek when he spared the life of the King of Amalek, Agag. Mordechai, who is from the tribe of Binyamin (“Ish Y’mini”), is descended from Shaul. In any event, Mordechai has the spine and strength to carry himself as a proud Jew. His religious and moral compass guide him. He urges Esther, who must have had a lonely, miserable existence in

Achashveirosh’s abode, to take on the leadership role of rescuing her people. There’s a change at this point. The public Mordechai stops being the mover-and-shaker. He carries out the commands of Esther whose primary middah was one of silence until now. Her metamorphosis from reticence into a clever leader who successfully strategizes the downfall of Haman and the saving of her people is awesome. I’ll leave it the political commentators, pundits and others to draw comparisons between the events of Megillas Esther and life in 2017. What strikes me though is that we Jews are a people who are separate and not equal. We are unlike the other nations of the world. Our Torah guides us and propels us forward so that we can maximize our time in this world. At this time, I am taking the opportunity to urge people not to drink excessively on Purim. Overdrinking is unbecoming. Yes, we live in a world today where there’s a surge of physical, emotional and spiritual

pain. Adolescents and young adults from all walks of life and from the most stable of homes are becoming prey to the cheap and commonplace availability of booze and drugs. And nothing good comes from them. What’s the antidote? Be proud to be Jewish. It’s uncanny how Megillas Esther is as relevant today as it was when the events unfolded in Shushan. Let’s learn from Mordechai who was committed to our Torah while also involved in the highest levels of society, yet there was a separateness that he cultivated. That separateness is why we the Jews are still here in 2017. Purim is a time of joy. Let’s focus on the meaning and “spirit” of the day rather than on the “spirit” value of a single malt.

Dr. Hylton Lightman is a pediatrician and Medical Director of Total Family Care of the 5 Towns and Rockaway PC. He can be reached at drlightman@ totalfamilycaremd.com, on Instagram at #dr.lightman_ or visit him on Facebook.

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Zucke r mandel, the wealthy owner of a glass-blowing factory, lived in Yargin, a small town near Pressburg, which was one of the most important cities in the Austro-Hungarian Empire. As a youth, he had studied at the famous Pressburg Yeshiva. Under the leadership of the world-renowned scholar, the Chatam Sofer, this yeshiva had become among the largest and most respected in Europe. Nissan and his wife were married for many years without the blessing of a child. When a son was born to them at long last, in Shvat 5583 (Jan.-Feb. 1823), he immediately notified the Chatam Sofer and requested of his former teacher, who was also a mohel, to honor him with the mitzvah of performing the brit mila (circumcision). However, due to their infant’s ill health, the event

was postponed for several weeks. As it happened, the baby was judged to be strong enough to withstand the ceremony on a most auspicious day… Purim! At the brit, the Chatam Sofer was glowing with “light, happiness, joy and honor.” Was his incandescence a response to the joy of Purim Day? Happiness for his former talmid? Both? Nobody knew. When, following custom, he dipped his finger in the wine to place a drop in the infant’s mouth to soothe the pain, the Rosh Yeshiva loudly proclaimed the Talmudic expression: “When wine goes in, secrets come out.” No one could understand why he recited that, but no one had the nerve to ask him either. The father pleaded with the sandek, the head of the rabbinical court of Pressburg, Rabbi Daniel Prustnitz, to ask the Chatam Sofer about the intention of his words, but

the chief rabbi also was reluctant to do so. The baby was given a perfect name for a Purim circumcision: Boruch Mordechai. It means “Blessed be Mordechai,” from the lyrical paragraph recited after the Megillat Esther readings. At an early age he stood out from others his age, due to his excellent character traits and dedication to religious observance. Although his parents thought they sensed a certain deficiency in his learning ability, his difficulties were not particularly apparent while he was a child. But after his bar mitzvah, he enrolled in the Pressburg Yeshiva, and then it became impossible to deny that he had distressing, major difficulties in Torah study. In truth, he was very diligent. He would sit absorbed in the holy books from morning to evening. But

whenever he was asked to repeat or explain anything he was unable to respond. He simply sat in silence. His less-sensitive classmates sometimes found it irresistible to mock this behavior. Once, when he briefly left his seat, they switched his volume of Gemara for another, opening it to the same page number he had been on. When Boruch Mordechai returned he continued as before, apparently oblivious to the switch and even to the accompanying snickers. When he turned eighteen, the Ktav Sofer (who had succeeded his departed father as the head of the yeshiva less than two years previously) advised his parents to send him to the Land of Israel. Maybe there, where “the air of the Holy Land makes wise,” his studies would flourish. His parents agreed. They had an-

Purim 5653 (1893), in mid-afternoon, most of the chassidim and notables of Old City Jerusalem crowded, as every year, into the home of Rabbi Shneur

did. All the grins slowly gave way to wide-eyed stares of astonishment! Their old friend the water-carrier was discoursing enthusiastically on scholarly Purim topics and peppering his words with learned citations from the commentaries on Tractate Megillah and a variety of midrashim and works of Jewish law. The rabbi asked him questions about several other related Talmudic tractates, and he answered them too, waxing eloquent, on and on for two hours. Indeed, those present thought that if the strong wine hadn’t finally taken its toll, he might have continued indefinitely! When he finally passed out, they carried him over to a bench in the women’s section where he slept soundly till the end of the day. Before Purim ended, the news of the extraordinary scholarship of the unassuming Boruch Mordechai Zuckermandel had spread through-

Translated and adapted by Yerachmiel Tilles. (First published on // AscentOfSafed.com.) Reprinted with permission from Festivals of the Full Moon by Rabbi Yerachmiel Michael Tilles, Menorah Books, an imprint of Koren Publishers Jerusalem. Copyright date: 2016.

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Zalman Fradkin of Lublin, the celebrated rabbinic authority, leader of the Chabad chassidim in Israel, and author of the scholarly book Torat Chesed. The atmosphere was exceptionally joyous, even for a Purim celebration. The men were constantly erupting into lively song and dance amid a flow of wine and learned words. All of a sudden, Boruch Mordechai called out to the host in a loud voice from the midst of the swaying chassidim: “Rebbe! Today is exactly seventy years since my brit mila.” Everyone smiled tolerantly, attributing the uncharacteristic outburst from the simple water carrier to all the Purim wine he had imbibed. “If so,” responded R’ Shneur Zalman, “you deserve an extra-large measure of ‘l’chaim.’” Immediately a large tumbler of a special strong wine was poured and

Author’s note: On the day of the brit of my grandson, Aryeh-Leib Tilles, who was born on Purim 5774 (2014), and on the Shabbat preceding, I had a good time telling this story at several different venues in Los Angeles. Two questions were thrown at me at each event: Did Boruch Mordechai always keep his Torah knowledge hidden, or was it bottled up inside without his realizing it? And what happened after that Purim revelation? My answer to both was the same: “I don’t know – I did not hear.” A year and a half later, as I was completing this manuscript, I found in Yerushalayim Shel Maalah that he had always had this knowledge and was brokenhearted that his secret was exposed. The community refused to let him toil further as a water-carrier, and many students attached themselves to him. When he passed away, the Kabbalists of Jerusalem eulogized him as one of the thirty-six tzaddikim hidden in each generation.

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All of a sudden, Boruch Mordechai called out to the host in a loud voice from the midst of the swaying chassidim: “Rebbe! Today is exactly seventy years since my brit mila.”

out Jerusalem. The community was in an uproar. How had they disdained the accomplished scholar in their midst, allowing him to labor as a mere water-carrier for so many years? How had his extraordinary erudition remained hidden for so long? A few elders of the community who had associations with Pressburg recalled hearing of the mysterious words of the Chatam Sofer seventy years before. Now, some clever minds were saying that these words could finally be understood. “Nichnas yayin, yotzai sod” – “Wine enters, secrets emerge.” Yayin (wine), which is spelled yud-yud-nun, has a numerical value of seventy, and so does sod, spelled samech-vov-dalet, the word for “secret”!

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passed to Boruch Mordechai, who speedily dispatched it as commanded. It had an immediate effect; the elderly water-carrier climbed onto the table and began to sing and dance energetically. The sage’s reaction was surprising. He looked up at Boruch Mordechai and with shining eyes but without a smile called out loudly, “It would be nice if you would stop fooling around already and honor this holy assemblage with some strong words of Jewish law & lore (halacha and agaddah) about Purim.” Suddenly there was silence. Everyone’s gaze shifted in amused anticipation to the tipsy Boruch Mordechai who opened his mouth and began to stutter helplessly. But then, the Rabbi again demanded that he speak, and so he

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other agenda as well: their son had reached marriageable age, and they hoped that the Jerusalem environment would also improve his marriage prospects. Boruch Mordechai arrived in Jerusalem with a letter of recommendation from Rabbi Shraga Feldheim, mashgiach at Pressburg. The letter enumerated his many exemplary qualities: “This young man is sincerely pious and prays with great devotion, and his desire to study Torah is sincere and enormous.” Presumably, the letter’s recipients were able to read between the lines and divine the student’s lack of intellectual abilities. One of the scholarly leaders of the Jerusalem community, Rabbi Yeshaya Bardaki, “adopted” Boruch Mordechai, concerning himself for all of his needs. He was suitably impressed with the young man’s sterling character and piousness, but could not fathom how anyone with a lifelong, single-minded pursuit of Torah study could have retained so little. Just before Boruch Mordechai reached the age of twenty, Rabbi Bardaki managed to find him a bride. She was a simple girl from a good family in Jerusalem, for whom, apparently, the groom’s Talmudic deficiencies were of no concern. Several years after the wedding, the tall and sturdy Boruch Mordechai began to work as a water-carrier, serving the residents of the Bati Machseh section of the Old City. At that point in time, he was the only Ashkenazi Jew to have adopted that trade in Jerusalem. He was honest to an extreme, and as a result became the most popular of the twelve water-carriers in Jerusalem. Every Rosh Chodesh he would deliver water for free to his regular customers; he worried that if he had inadvertently spilled any drops of water over the course of the previous month, he would be stealing by having charged for full buckets. He calculated that in three solid hours of work each day he could earn enough to provide for his family. The rest of the time he sat in a corner of the beit midrash (study hall) with a volume of Talmud or Scripture open before him, mouthing the words. Boruch Mordechai toiled at his

chosen profession for more than forty years, in joyous spirit and with gratitude to G-d for his lot. He derived special satisfaction from serving the many Torah scholars within the walls of Jerusalem; he considered this a great merit and refused to accept payment from them. It pained him that the great scholar, Rabbi Yehuda Leib Diskin from Brisk, refused to order his water from him. “I will not allow myself to be served by the likes of Reb Boruch Mordechai Zuckermandel,” he would say, but refused to explain his words.

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man wore a three-sided hat for attention, (ii) attention seekers are selfish and evil, and (iii) thus Haman was selfish and evil. I choose to dismiss this argument as nothing more than triangular reasoning. Others scholars argue that Haman’s triangular hat represented his devious tendency. That might make more sense if he was accused of perpetrating a pyramid scheme.

Of course, Napoleon was known for his diminutive height so a better dessert in his honor would have been the Strawberry Shortcake.

Believe it or not, the triangular shape of hamantashen actually has an important message. It is discussed in a Midrash that provides some added flavor (apricot, prune and poppy) to the Purim tale. The Midrash explains that as the Purim story unfolded and Haman’s plot to destroy the Jews began to take shape, the three forefathers of the Jewish people – Abraham, Isaac and Jacob – were awoken from their heavenly sleep (and luckily they did not hit the heavenly snooze button.) They asked for divine intervention to save the Jews and, according to the Midrash, their prayers were answered and Haman’s powers were weakened. Not coincidentally, in Hebrew the word “tash” means “weaken” and thus a

Jon Kranz is an attorney living in Englewood, New Jersey. Send any comments, questions or insults to jkranz285@ gmail.com.

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time hamantashen maker and soon received a job offer from a competitor, which he accepted because it was a sensible “equi”lateral move. The idea of Haman wearing a hat, triangular or otherwise, makes little sense given what the Talmud has to say about him. Believe it or not, the Talmud suggests that Haman, prior to becoming a royal advisor, spent many years working as a barber. (See, Megillah, 16a)(Yes, the idea of Haman as a hairstylist is “Esther”ical.) This begs the question: why would a barber wear a hat? Isn’t a barber’s hair like a mobile billboard for their hair-styling services? Why cover it up? It would be like a super-fit gym instructor wearing a burka. Some scholars argue that (i) Ha-

hamantash (or the plural hamantashen) literally means “Haman was weakened.” If we take this “tash = weaken” notion to its logical conclusion, (i) a great name for Jewish air fresheners would be “Odortashen,” (ii) an appropriate product name for Jewish soundproofing systems would be “Racket-tashen,” (iii) a menschy military name for Jewish deep-penetration bombs would be “Bunker-tashen,” and (iv) an understandable industry name for declining television viewership would be “Ratings-tashen.” If we take this “tash = weaken” concept to its illogical conclusion, then (i) when David beat Goliath, he must have been slinging “Giant-tashen,” (ii) when synagogue congregants have trouble lifting the Torah during the Shabbat morning service, they should be pelted with “Hagbah-tashen,” and (iii) when struggling Jewish columnists tell incredibly awful jokes, they should be forced to eat “Humor-tashen.” (I’ll take two dozen to go.) Bottom-line: There are two sides to every story but there are three sides to every hamantash. Happy Purim!

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three-sided pointy hat. The Book of Esther, however, makes no mention of such Haman-ic haberdashery so whoever came up with this triangle theory was being a bit “obtuse.” Speaking of triangles, a friend of mine once helped his mother make some hamantashen. After all that she had done for him, he was “acute”ly aware that it was the “isosce”least he could do in return. He became a full-

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ther than the Bermuda triangle, no three-sided figure is more mysterious than hamantashen, the triangular treats traditionally eaten on Purim and named after the ridiculously anti-Semitic Purim villain Haman. The question is: why would we name such a delightful little pastry after such a louse? In other words, why name a baked good after someone so bad? Generally speaking, Jews do not eat items named after their former adversaries. On Passover, we do not eat Pharaoh Farfel. In remembrance of the Inquisition, we don’t eat Torquemada Toast. For good and obvious reason, there is no such thing as an Amalekite Apple Turnover. So, why on Purim do we eat cookies named after the Dark Vader of Shushan? Granted, hamantashen are not the only baked goods named after controversial historical figures. For example, a Napoleon is a three-layered, cream-filled puff pastry which, according to some scholars, is named after Napoleon Bonaparte, the former emperor of France. Of course, Napoleon was known for his diminutive height so a better dessert in his honor would have been the Strawberry Shortcake. According to other scholars, Kaiser rolls were created in honor of Kaiser Franz Joseph I, the former emperor of Austria. Kaiser rolls, however, typically are round, hard and crusty so I’m not sure the name was meant as a compliment to the Kaiser. When it comes to hamantashen, some scholars contend that the triangular shape corresponds to Haman’s

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he Megillah begins with a tremendous and lavish feast Introducing us to a cast of characters, including Haman, to say the least. The wine and food overflowed in excess, The Jews participated, a wrongful transgress. Not only did the pounds go up on the scale Hashem set into motion a decree beyond the pale.

Pesach is four precious weeks away Initiate exercise and keep the sugar at bay. If all else fails and you cannot cope Call Aliza Beer for success and much hope! Proposed elevated roadway over Central Avenue The holiday is Purim, a day of happiness, booze, and gluttony readers a freilechen Purim! us…now doesn’t really bother Thankfully, the issue withWishing the 878 myhome Another great innovation of the Too many shaloch manos, Five Towns that may go national is has been resolved now that Gov. Cuo- that Gov. Cuomo gave us the validaa truecrossing” waste of food money! came to town and validated the tion that we so craved. random “pedestrian signsandmo Treat this yom tov as you would any Since other day Aliza withluck a master’s We wishdietician the official in his degree new the Five Towns isBeer on is a registered in the middle of the road that elderly situation. Eat a healthy breakfast and lunch, in nutrition. She has a private practice in Cedarhurst, as infrastructure manager. But, want role drivers think is a permanent red light the planet of Venus, all we really try think not toisstray. NY. success has been featured on America the Dr. Oz importantly, we wish forPatients’ an more and teenage drivers a cone on is validation; waiting in traffic If you skip a meal, to the seudah show. Aliza can be reached alizabeer@gmail.com. luck…you are at going to need it. hour when we are five minutes from a raceway track. you will come starving

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He bestowed upon us a secret weapon of our own Queen Esther in the palace would help set the tone. No juice cleanses or detox diets for this queen She fasted for 3 days with Am Yisroel her team. Their prayers reached the Ribbono Shel Olam Destruction was transformed into a celebration.

The result will be a meal of overeating and binging. Dispose of the candy, cake, and nosh with much haste The alternative is consumption, better it should go to waste. Allow yourself one special treat that you crave the most Whether it be a sliver of cake, candy, or wine to toast. If you fall off the wagon, lose control and inhibitions Monday is the day to implement new resolutions.

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ith President Trump and Congress set to pass a $1 trillion infrastructure package, the need for an expert to oversee the projects has led to a Five Towns official. The official, whose name has not yet been disclosed, was By Aliza BeerofMS, RD picked because the fabulous work he has done around the Five Towns. “Look at what he has done at the intersection of Central Avenue and Rockaway Turnpike,” said one official who was on the search committee, “the way he brilliantly made the sequence of the lights so that if a driver wants to make a left turn from Central he essentially has to cross over the double yellow lines and drive on the oncoming traffic side of the road... amazing! He’s the Robert Moses of our time!” Officials were also impressed with the way traffic builds up on Washington Avenue, especially on Friday afternoon.

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Clients often look to their therapists for advice. However, therapists usually avoid overtly giving advice which can be very frustrating for the client. Why are therapists so averse to offering advice? When a therapist starts giving advice, there is a risk that the client will become dependent on the therapist, and then the goal of therapy, which is to grow in our emotional health, will not be accomplished. Furthermore, people tend to like their own ideas. If the client comes up with the answer on his own, he is more likely to follow it. Also, if the therapist gives advice, he might fall into the “fix-it” mode. The client might then feel that the therapist is not really listening. As a result, the client might not feel understood which can jeopardize the entire therapeutic process. Does that mean that a therapist can’t be directive? Of course not! If so, what is the role of the therapist? The simple answer is that the therapist is there to help you with the process. For example, if a client asks, “Should I quit my job since my boss is mean?” the therapist will not answer yes or no. The therapist can help you with the process of making that decision. We often have the decision-making process distorted by impulsive reactions and irrational thinking. We often do not understand

what causes us to think and act in the way that we do. When the therapist helps you understand yourself and have better control of your thoughts and feelings then you can make the decision on your own. This not only helps for this specific dilemma, rather you are learning skills that will help you in many of life’s twists and turns. This is truly therapeutic. Similarly, if a client asks the therapist, “Is it a problem that I compulsively wash my hands?” the therapist will usually guide the client in the process of how to determine if a specific behavior is one that the person really wants to deal with. If the client then decides that he wants help with his behavior, the therapist can be there to guide him in how to do that. This can be summed up with the famous saying, “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.” This is a service of Relief Resources. Relief is an organization that provides mental health referrals to the frum community. Rabbi Azriel Hauptman is the director of the Baltimore branch of Relief. He can be contacted at 410-448-8356 or at ahauptman@reliefhelp.org .

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Names! By Allan Rolnick, CPA

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very year, the IRS gives us a peek inside the wallets of the highest-earning 400 Americans. It’s full of juicy facts like their average income ($318 million in 2014), how much they give to charity ($37 million each), and how much they pay Uncle Sam ($73.5 million). But there’s one set of facts the IRS guards as carefully as the secret formulas they use to decide who gets audited – the top taxpayers’ names. That wasn’t always the case. Back in 1924, the stock market was soaring, flappers were dancing the Charleston, and bootleggers were exploiting arbitrage opportunities in cross-border commodity transactions. The federal income tax wasn’t quite the big deal it is today. For starters, it didn’t kick in until you earned $5,000 of taxable income (about $71,000 in today’s dollars). Just seven million out of 114 million Americans even filed returns. Form 1040 and its instructions were just two pages each. That’s when Congress decided to shake things up. Tax rates were still near their wartime highs, and new gift and estate taxes were unpopular. So the Revenue Act of 1924 dropped the top rate to 46% on incomes over $500,000, reduced the estate tax,

John D. Rockefeller

and repealed the gift tax entirely. And, much to the delight of gossips everywhere, it directed local tax collectors to publish the names, addresses, and tax bills for every filer in their district. Topping the national list, to nobody’s surprise, was Standard Oil heir John D. Rockefeller, who paid

Treasury Secretary Andrew W. Mellon with President Warren G. Harding

and their progeny. The average top earner was married, fiftyish, with two children and five servants. But there were a few exceptions to that predictable profile: tobacco heiress Doris Duke, “the richest girl in the world,” paid $252,241 in tax – at age 17! Of course, not everyone on the

But there were a few exceptions to that predictable profile: tobacco heiress Doris Duke, “the richest girl in the world,” paid $252,241 in tax – at age 17!

$6,277,669 (just north of $89 million today). Henry Ford and his son Edsel brought home the silver and the bronze. Treasury Secretary Andrew W. Mellon was number four. And lucky Payne Whitney, heir to the Payne and Whitney family fortunes, was number five. The rest of the top 100 includes plenty of old-money names like Vanderbilt, Astor, and Guggenheim, along with newer Gilded Age tycoons

list inherited their fortune. John G. Shedd began his career as a stock clerk for Marshall Field, then rose to run the company. Thomas Lamont, who started out as a reporter for the New York Tribune, became a partner of J.P. Morgan and helped President Wilson negotiate the Treaty of Versailles. Arthur Cutten started out as a $4/week clerk for a Chicago commodity broker before speculating his way into, then out of, a $100 million

fortune. He died under indictment for tax evasion. Why did Congress pass a law making federal income tax bills public? Progressive supporters argued it would discourage cheating. Bigcity newspapers split on whether to publish the information, with about half going for what today’s editors call “the easy clickbait” and the others sanctimoniously resisting the temptation. Just two years later, the buzzkills in Washington repealed the publicity provision, and tax returns have been private ever since. Most of yesterday’s fortunes have long since faded into history, divvied up by generations of heirs or diverted into philanthropic foundations. But there’s one lesson that survives a century of changing fortunes, and it’s worth heeding, whether you’re a flashy celebrity or a discreet millionaire next door: the key to paying less is planning. Make sure you have a plan to help you keep more of your fortune!

Allan J Rolnick is a CPA who has been in practice for over 30 yea rs in Queens, NY. He welcomes your comments and can be reached at 718-896-8715 or at allanjrcpa@aol.com.

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Gluten Free Cinnamon Buns A Favorite in Our House!

What You Will Need: Dough 2 Tbl. margarine, softened 1 cup cornstarch ¼ cup white sugar 1 cup brown rice flour 2/3 cup rice milk, warmed ¼ tsp. baking soda 1 Tbl. yeast 2 ½ tsp. xanthan gum 1 large egg 2 tsp baking powder ¼ cup canola oil ½ tsp. salt 1/3 cup potato starch 1 tsp. vanilla

Preperation: 1. Dissolve the yeast in large mixing bowl with warmed milk. Let bubble for a few minutes. Add sugar, margarine, oil, and vanilla to milk/yeast mixture. Stir to combine. Add egg and combine thoroughly. 2. In a separate bowl, mix together the salt, potato starch, cornstarch, brown rice flour, baking soda, baking powder, and xanthan gum. Slowly add flour mixture to mixing bowl. Stir until well-combined. (You can use an electric mixer if you like.) Remove dough from mixing bowl and place in greased container. Let rise in warm place for 45-60 minutes. Dough will be sticky.

3. Roll dough to ¼ inch thickness between 2 pieces of parchment paper, well-floured with potato starch. Remove top sheet of paper and spread softened margarine on top of dough. Combine Filling: brown sugar, raisins, and cinnamon and sprinkle ¾ cup packed brown sugar over surface of greased dough. Using bottom ¼ cup raisins (opt.) sheet of parchment to assist you, roll dough into 1 ½ tsp. cinnamon a log. Carefully cut into 12 equal pieces about 1 inch wide. Place buns on parchment-lined baking 1/3 cup margarine, softened sheet, leaving about 1 inch in between to allow for rising. Let buns rise in warm oven for 40 minutes. Turn oven to 400 degrees, and bake 22 minutes until tops are golden. Check for doneness. 4. Icing can be made by mixing ½ cup confectioner’s sugar with about 1/3 tsp warm water and spreading over buns. ENJOY!

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Elegant Rolled London Broil Ingredients:

This stunning presentation for your Purim seuda looks complicated, but with some help from your butcher and a few easy-to-find prepared items, you’ll be amazed at how simple it is—and you’ll look like a real gourmet. Your butcher or market meat department will butterfly and pound steaks upon request. They may also provide you with kitchen twine you will need to tie the roast.

Preperation:

Pretty Party Orzo Ingredients:

2 cups orzo, cooked according to package directions ¼ cup olive oil juice of one lemon, 3 tablespoons 1 clove garlic, minced

½ cup chopped roma or grape tomatoes ½ cup sliced black olives ½ cup chopped parsley salt and freshly ground black pepper

Preperation: 1. In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper. Add chopped tomatoes. 2. An hour before serving, toss orzo, olives and parsley in the dressing. Season to taste with salt and pepper to taste. RubyLaskerDesigns

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1. Place meat in a sealable plastic bag or container with 3 tablespoons of the olive oil, the balsamic vinegar, tamari or soy sauce and half of the garlic. Marinate 30 minutes to overnight. 2. Cook chopped onion in remaining tablespoon of the olive oil until soft and golden. Slice red peppers lengthwise into ½” strips. 3. Preheat oven to 400°F. Remove steak from bag and discard marinade. Place meat open on flat work surface, with a long edge facing you. Sprinkle surface with the salt and pepper. Spread the pesto, leaving a 1/2" border all around. Cover pesto with the onions, then place a single layer of the sliced roasted red peppers over all. 4. Fold the long edge closest to you toward center and roll meat gently but snugly, tucking any stray filling back inside. Tie roll tightly closed with kitchen twine every two inches, cutting away excess twine. Secure ends with toothpicks. Place roll seam side down on sheet pan or baking dish. Sprinkle with the basil and oregano and a little more salt and pepper. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil. Roast 25-30 minutes for medium rare (for best results, it is recommended to use a meat thermometer, 125°F internal temperature). 5. Remove pan from oven and rest meat for 10 minutes. Remove string and with a sharp knife, carefully cut into 1” or 1/2" slices. Pour pan juices into a saucepan and reduce until slightly thickened; pour over steak slices. To butterfly meat yourself: With the short end of the meat closest to you, starting from one of the long sides, use a very sharp knife to cut through the meat horizontally to within 1/2 inch of the opposite edge. Open the butterflied meat, cover with plastic wrap and, pound with a meat mallet or use the bottom of a small heavy pot, and flatten to 1/2" thickness. MAKE AHEAD: Wrap rolled and tied roast tightly in plastic wrap. Will keep in the refrigerator for 2 days. Bring to room temperature before roasting. Alternatively, complete the recipe but do not slice. When ready to serve, heat pan juices in a large skillet over medium heat. Slice meat and warm in the pan juices, do not overcook. This recipe is also good served at room temperature.

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2 to 3 pound London broil 4 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 large onion, chopped 1 small jar roasted sweet red peppers 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 1 (7 or 8 ounce) container prepared pesto 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried oregano

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