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Why Are the Jews Uniquely Gifted in the World of Business, Commerce, and Banking?

Why Are the Jews Uniquely Gifted in the World of Business, Commerce, and Banking?

Inside every Jew sits the image of a merchant. This comes from the earliest roots of our people, as the ability to make connections is imprinted in us. For generations, we used this ability for business success, but today’s survival

At What Point Did Jewish People Gain a Reputation for Being Good at Business?

The subject of money and the Jewish mind brings up associations like life wisdom, entrepreneurship, commerce, opportunities, intuition, creating connections, behind-the-scenes consulting, strategy, planning, mental agility, quick grasp, inventions, sophistication, manipulations, and schemes. There is a certain feeling that money

What Is the Meaning of Rosh Hashanah?

Rosh Hashanah (the “beginning” or “head” of “the year”) is the Jewish New Year, celebrated on the 1st of Tishrei (September-October) each year. As with all Jewish holidays, understanding its complete meaning requires understanding the law of root and branch by

Are Jews Talked about More Frequently Than Other People in the World?

Although the Jewish people make up only 0.2% of all humanity, the profound impact of Jews on the world and the overwhelming attention we generate are undeniable. Jewish relevance then is not found in our numbers but in the quality

Is There a Connection Between Jewish Disunity and the Rise of Antisemitism?

Jewish spiritual leaders throughout the ages warned us time and again that unless we united, we would suffer. However, time and again, we would not listen. Today, the price for not listening will, in all likelihood, be too heavy to

What Is the Root of Antisemitism? How Did It Evolve Throughout History?

The Jewish nation began in the cradle of modern civilization: Mesopotamia, known as “the land between two rivers.” Mesopotamia was a vast and fertile land between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in what is now Iraq. It was the birthplace

How Strong Is Antisemitism in Europe?

More than 45 years ago, I left the Soviet Union for Israel. Back in Leningrad (now St. Petersburg), I once witnessed a brutal attack on a Jewish man. When I stepped in to help, the police explained that they punished

What Happens on Shavuot?

Shavuot marks the moment of receiving the Torah at Mount Sinai. But what exactly is the Torah? Also, what was truly bestowed upon us? The Torah is not a historical record. It is a guide for shaping our lives that

How Do You Feel About the Rising Antisemitism in the U.S.?

For decades, America has stood as a symbol of liberty, opportunity, and freedom. Jews who immigrated to its shores believed they had found refuge, a land where they could prosper and contribute to society without fear of persecution. But the

Lag B’Omer: Rekindling the Flame of Unity

The meaning of Lag B’Omer is generally not well understood. Its historical background and the sequence of events leading up to the holiday are unfamiliar, not to mention its spiritual significance, which has all but vanished from the public’s view.

Why Is There Antisemitism in Countries Where There Are Not Even That Many Jews Living?

The connection to the source of life, the force of love, bestowal, and connection, goes through Israel. Israel here is meant in the spiritual sense (“Israel” from the words, “Yashar-El” [straight to the upper force]), not as a geographic location

What Does the Holocaust Teach Us?

Every year, Holocaust Remembrance Day compels us to pause and confront the unbearable pain etched into the Jewish people. Today, as memory fades into history, we must not only mourn but reflect deeply on the causes and lessons of that