by mussar | Jan 8, 2021 | January, Newsletter, Notes From The Rabbi
I have always believed that the ideals of American democracy were a sure sign of the Infinite Source of Goodness in the Cosmos. The very fact that those ideals were articulated by very flawed human beings, people who sanctioned the genocide of the native population,...
by mussar | Dec 2, 2020 | December, Newsletter, Notes From The Rabbi
This year more than ever we await with great anticipation the beginning of the Festival of Lights. Chanukah, is a time for family, for celebrating freedom, and most of all, the miracle of light in our lives. This year our celebrations may be significantly curtailed,...
by mussar | Oct 1, 2020 | Newsletter, Notes From The Rabbi, October
The French-Jewish philosopher Emmanuel Levinas once said that his whole philosophy could be reduced to two words: Apres vous, “After you.” It is a cliché, perhaps, to assert that good manners are the foundation of the ethical life, but like all cliches there is more...
by mussar | Sep 17, 2020 | Notes From The Rabbi
The Torah is a template for interpretation; not a very new or radical idea, however we often don’t fully appreciate how important this fact is. Since the Torah is also a magnificently constructed narrative we are often seduced by the narrative and ask ourselves: “What...
by mussar | Aug 7, 2020 | August, Newsletter, Notes From The Rabbi
All of us at the Center For Contemporary Mussar are very excited about our upcoming Elul learning program. In these difficult days, when most of us will be unable to take advantage of in-person religious programs leading up to and including the High Holy Days, the...
by mussar | Jun 21, 2020 | Notes From The Rabbi
Discover Solace through Study: Torah & Mussar with Rabbi Stone Join us on Zoom (instructional link below) Every Thursday beginning March 26, 1:00-2:00 PMPlease register below to receive details Dear Chevre, In light of the fact that many of us are now in various...
