Rabbi Dovid Jaffee: Which Priorities Prevail? Rav Yisrael Salanter’s Message for Yom Kippur
Yom Kippur is the holiest day of the year. On this day, Hashem forgives our sins. We are commanded to do teshuvah on Yom Kippur, and we spend the day deeply focused on teshuvah and tefillah. Rav Yisrael Salanter observed that when someone is intensely involved in one mitzvah, he might overlook another. Sometimes, people […]
Rabbi Dovid Jaffee: A Transformative Approach to Rosh Hashanah
As Rosh Hashanah approaches, there is tension in the air. The days of judgment are coming, and as we reflect on ourselves, we notice our faults. This can give rise to feelings of guilt or inadequacy. For some, this time of year can feel overwhelming, and they may get stuck in negative feelings. Someone who […]