Thursday, December 20, 2007

Is the Marathon advisable ?

We can show a source from the Talmud to advise against running in a marathon. Kesubos 111a , 3 lines up.

Be careful in 3 matters -

Don't sit too much
Don't stand too much &
Don't walk too much

Each of these may lead to certain ailments. Rather , divide your time between the 3.
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Wednesday, December 19, 2007

The fish Model

What is meant by the blessing Yaakov gave that they should multiply like fish ? 48 : 16.
Why are fish the model of a blessing ?
See Brochos 20a 6 lines up.
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Tuesday, December 18, 2007

Smile

Why does the Torah refer to a smile as

Show the white of your teeth ?
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Monday, December 17, 2007

A Better Gift

What type of gift is considered better than a glass of milk ?

See Kesubos 111b. 9 lines up

& see the Parsha 49 :12
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