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Baltimore, MD - Oct. 6, 2024 - The Baltimore Esrog Center is proud to partner with Shearith Israel Congregation, the renowned Glen Avenue Shul in Baltimore. As a historic Orthodox synagogue with deep roots in Northwest Baltimore, Shearith Israel has long served as a beacon of tradition, guided over the years by esteemed leaders such as Rabbi Shimon Schwab and now Rabbi Yaakov Hopfer. This revered congregation, integral to the fabric of Baltimore's Jewish community, has played a key role in the establishment of the Baltimore Esrog Center.
In collaboration with Shearith Israel, the Baltimore Esrog Center is dedicated to offering the finest Arbah Minim, upholding the highest standards of quality and authenticity. Our boutique is a celebration of heritage and excellence, and we are hon...
Jerusalem, Israel - Oct. 7, 2024 - This past Shabbat, I heard a beautiful thought from my rabbi. We know that before Mashiach comes, we will experience what we call “Chevley Mashiach”, loosely translated as the birthing pains of Mashiach. In other words, before the ultimate light arrives, we will experience great pain and darkness. However, the word “Chevley” also means “Ropes”. Rabbi Rosner explained that before Mashiach, Hashem will lower a rope down to us. It is our job to hold onto that rope for dear life. The rope will swing side to side and it will be very difficult for us to continue holding on. The rope will be volatile and even violent and aggressive, but we must continue holding until the rope stabilizes and Mashiach arrives. T...
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Baltimore, MD - Sept. 22, 2024 - As always, Shabsi's Judaica looks forward to assisting you with all your Yom Tov needs.
Click on the graphic below for a larger, printable version of Shabsi's Judaica Yom Tov season schedule!
Last year, October 7 joined the short list of those dates which will live in infamy and is thus being noted and commemorated by Jews and non-Jews alike, in America, Israel, and across the world. Shamefully, some are celebrating this dark anniversary. A few weeks ago, in conversation with a government official, I expressed concern at the characterization of campus unrest as an academic debate that has gotten out of hand when it is clearly a conflict driven by forces with deep malice and destructive intent towards Israel, the Jewish people, and American values. The official listened, explained that his work involved encouraging dialogue without taking sides, and then shared the following: “I understand what you are saying. I was on a university campus on October 8 and I saw two ...
A surface-to-surface missile fired from Yemen caused Red Alert sirens to be activated throughout central Israel on Monday evening.
Sirens were activated in Lod, Ramle, Petah Tikva, Ben Gurion Airport, Rishon Letzion, and many other localities as a result of the missile attack.
The missile was intercepted by Israel's air defense systems. There are currently no reports of injuries.
Echoes of explosions were heard in Jerusalem as well as much of central Israel.
The attack comes on the first anniversary of the Hamas massacre of October 7, 2023, when 1,200 people were murdered and 250 taken captive to Gaza by Hamas terrorists.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, today (Monday, 7 October 2024), at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem, met with a bipartisan delegation of US Senators led by Lindsey Graham (R-SC).
Prime Minister Netanyahu:
"I deeply appreciate the visit by Senators Graham and Blumenthal on this day of commemoration, October 7th. It was the worst attack on the Jewish people since the Holocaust, but unlike the Holocaust, we fight back. We’re fighting like lions with the support of the American government and the American people, and its representatives here. I want to thank you both for your stellar support for Israel throughout the war."
US Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT):
"Thank you, Mr. Prime Minister. We’re honored to be with you and we appreciate your giving us this oppo...
Baltimore, MD – Oct. 7, 2024 - BJL wishes a hearty Mazel Tov to Mr. and Mrs. Jaim Magendzo on the birth of a son.
Mazel Tov grandparents Rabbi & Mrs. Ari Storch and great-grandparents Steve & Linda Storch and Dr. Michael & Oralee Kanner.
יה"ר שיזכו לגדל בנם לתורה, לחופה, ולמעשים טובים. אמן
Baltimore, MD - Oct. 6, 2024 - Let’s join Baltimore's own Rabbi Sholom Tendler - Kashrus Administrator at the STAR-K as he walks us through the sugya of yoshon and what has changed recently, just in time for the start of the new season, 5785.
Sirens sounded Monday morning in central Israel after a barrage of missiles was launched from Gaza.
Among the cities where sirens sounded were Holon, Rishon Lezion, Gedera's industrial zone, Kfar Chabad, Tel Aviv, and Bat Yam.
According to reports, five launches were identified crossing from Gaza into central Israel.
Magen David Adom (MDA) teams are searching the areas where missile strikes were reported. Two people were lightly injured by shrapnel in Kfar Chabad.
A rocket strike was also reported in Holon. Police sappers are at the scene, searching the area to remove danger to the public.
Hamas' military wing took responsibility for the barrage, saying, "We fired at the heart of Israel, at Tel Aviv. We launched a barrage of M-90 rockets, as part of the ongoing war of attrit...
Baltimore, MD - Oct. 6, 2024 - Speakers at the Rally for Israel in front of Wellwood on Smith Ave. (in alphabetical order) included Jay Bernstein, Former Governor and Current Senate Candidate Larry Hogan, Pastor Larry Kirk of Christians United for Israel, Rabbi Daniel Lerner of Pikesville Jewish Congregation, BZD Executive Director Ceren Leven, Rabbi Yisroel Motzen of Ner Tamid, Baltimore County Councilman Izzy Patoka, Rabbi Chai Posner of Beth T’filoh, Cantor Yoni Rose of Beth T’filoh, and Baltimore City Councilman Isaac ‘Yitzy’ Schleifer.
Former Governor and Current Senate Candidate Larry Hogan with the BZD Staff
Former Governor and Current Senate Candidate Larry Hogan with BZD Teens
Former Governo...
Baltimore, MD - Oct. 6, 2024 - Photo of the Day: HaRav Yaakov Hopfer, Shlita, checking Esrogim at the Baltimore Esrog Center at Ohr Hamizrach
Questions are being raised in Iran regarding the whereabouts of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force commander Esmail Ghaani, who according to The New York Times traveled to Beirut last week to meet with Hezbollah officials. Ghaani was last seen in public visiting Hezbollah’s offices in Tehran last week.
The concerns in Tehran come amid reports in Israeli and Arab media on Saturday that Ghaani may have been wounded or killed in an Israeli airstrike in Beirut.
His predecessor Qassem Soleimani was killed by an American drone strike in Iraq in 2020.
According to three Iranian officials cited by The New York Times, Ghaani, 67, was in the Lebanese capital to assist Hezbollah following a series of devastating Israeli attacks that have disrupted its chain of c...
Flights from all Iran’s airports have been canceled from 9 p.m. today until 6 a.m. tomorrow local time, Iran’s Mehr news agency says, citing a spokesperson for Iran’s Civil Aviation Organization.
A notice to pilots, or NOTAM, sent out by Iranian authorities confirms the closure, while carving out exceptions for “emergency flight, ferry flights and state aircraft.”
Another state-run outlet, IRNA, cites “operational restrictions” for the closure, which may relate to an expected Israeli counterattack following an Iranian missile assault last week.
Baltimore, MD – Oct. 6, 2024 - It is with regret that Baltimore Jewish Life (BJL) informs the community of the petira of Sarah Goldstein, a’h, sister of Sylvia Zelcer.
Shiva will be observed at The Arlington Arms 6701 Park Heights Ave. Apt. 2F, beginning Thursday from 10:00 am - 12, 1:00 - 5:00 pm and 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Friday from 9:00 to 12:00 pm.
Bila HaMaves LaNetzach…
Baltimore, MD - Oct. 6, 2024 - Monday marks the one-year anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel, which resulted in over 1,200 deaths and the capture of 250 Israeli and American hostages. Events to mark this anniversary will take place across Maryland.
Sunday, 3:45 p.m. - The Baltimore Zionist District will host a commemorative program at Wellwood International School in Pikesville, MD.
Sunday, 7 p.m. - A teen vigil will be held at the Jewish Community Center of Owings Mills, hosted by 4Front, the center’s teen program.
Monday, 7 p.m. - The Baltimore Jewish Council, The Associated, and other Jewish organizations will host a community-wide commemoration at Beth El Congregation in Pikesville, MD. Maryland Governor Wes Moore and Senator Ben Cardin are expecte...
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, today (Sunday, 6 October 2024), visited an IDF base on the northern border where he held a security assessment with Head of Northern Command Maj.-Gen. Ori Gordin and 36th Division Commander Brig.-Gen. Moran Omer. The Prime Minister was briefed on the deployment of forces in Lebanon, the operational achievements to date and future objectives.Prime Minister Netanyahu heard from Maj.-Gen. Gordin about the destruction of Hezbollah's capabilities that has been achieved during the ground effort and the use of intense fire.During the briefing, the Prime Minister spoke with 36th Division brigade commanders about the intense combat on multiple fronts which they have been taking part in for almost a year.Prime Minister Netanyahu then spoke with fighters from t...
