Monday, June 10, 2013

Fw: PAIN=GAIN

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From: Shira Dorfman <sgoldberger@cncassociates.com>
Date: Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:32:13 -0400
To: <rabbig@sakar.com>
Subject: PAIN=GAIN

 

Monday, June 3, 2013

Rules for a warm Shabos

One may not spread out garments that became all soaked in sweat.
301 : 47.

Because it may look like he is washing laundry.
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Thursday, May 30, 2013

Fw: Illuminating Words

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From: Shira Dorfman <sgoldberger@cncassociates.com>
Date: Thu, 30 May 2013 12:29:16 -0400
To: <rabbig@sakar.com>
Subject: Illuminating Words

Let me know any corrections

 

Do you like the font that it should be Justified   like even on both sides?

Or like this?

Sunday, May 26, 2013

The Right Way

It is derech eretz when you see someone engaged in permissible work to say -
Tizlach melachtecha.
May you succeed at your work.
Mishna berura 347 :7.
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Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Fw: LEARNING TO LAUGH

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From: Shira Dorfman <sgoldberger@cncassociates.com>
Date: Tue, 21 May 2013 12:17:25 -0400
To: <rabbig@sakar.com>
Subject: LEARNING TO LAUGH

 

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Fw: Update

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From: Yitz Gold <yitz001@juno.com>
Date: Tue, 14 May 2013 14:28:52 -0300
To: Rabbi Moshe Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
Subject: Update

Rabbi Goldberger,
 
Hi.
 
Here's a new update.
 
Good Yom Tov,
 
Yitzchak

Monday, May 13, 2013

Fw: Your Tefilin crown may need some adjustment

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From: Shira Dorfman <sgoldberger@cncassociates.com>
Date: Mon, 13 May 2013 15:15:18 -0400
To: <rabbig@sakar.com>
Subject: Your Tefilin crown may need some adjustment

Let me know if any more changes.

 

Monday, May 6, 2013

Greatest Level

What is the greatest level that every Jew can aspire to & achieve ?

To become a Torah Scholar !

It is greater than a Kohen Godol & a Jewish King.
Rambam , Talmud Torah chap 3.
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Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Did you Know ?

How many words are there in the Ashrei prayer ( Tehilim 145 ) ?

150.
Why ?
It corresponds to the 150 chapters of Tehilim , since it summarizes the essence of the whole Tehilim.
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Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Ideal Marriage

A person should strive to realize that his wife is the smartest , most beautiful & greatest woman in the world for him. She likewise strives to think the same about him.
Emes L Yaakov pg. 512. From Rav Yaakov Kamenetsky z. T. L.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Source of Blessings

A person should always be careful with the Honor of his wife because that is the source of frequent blessings in one's home. !
Bava Metzia 59a. 4 lines up from bottom.
You may find it useful to post this message at your desk. !
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Fw: A Smart Guy

We should give out copies to the people we like.
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From: Gutman Locks <gutman1@013.net>
Date: Tue, 23 Apr 2013 06:51:46 +0300
To: Gutman Locks<gutman1@013.net>
Subject: A Smart Guy

 

A Smart Guy

 

     I was on my way to the Kotel yesterday afternoon when this yeshiva student stopped me. He said, “Some time ago you saw me smoking on the street and you gave me a sheet of paper with some reasons why it was not good. I pinned the note on my wall, and I kept on smoking. From time to time I would look at it, but I kept on smoking. Then, a couple of months ago, I quit. I haven’t smoked in over two months!”

 

    “Wow! You made my day. You are a smart guy,” I told him.

 

    He answered, “Yes, I know!”

 

    Here is the list that I gave him. Maybe you know someone who smokes and is smart enough to pin them up on his wall?

 

Here is what happens when you quit smoking

 

In 20 minutes, your blood pressure and pulse rate will drop back down to normal.

In 8 hours the carbon monoxide (a toxic gas) levels in your blood stream will drop by half, and oxygen levels will return to normal.

In 48 hours your chance of having a heart attack will have decreased. All nicotine will have left your body. Your sense of taste and smell will return to a normal level.

In 72 hours your bronchial tubes will relax, and your energy levels will increase.

In 2 weeks your circulation will increase, and it will continue to improve for the next 10 weeks.

In 3 to 9 months coughs, wheezing and breathing problems will dissipate as your lung capacity improves by 10%.

In 1 year your risk of having a heart attack will have dropped by half.

 

    And if you want to add a few of my thoughts about quitting:

 

    You will immediately stop stinking up the place, and harming other people with your toxic, secondhand smoke.

    You will immediately stop being a sucker paying the tobacco company your hard to come by money to addict yourself to their poison.

    You will immediately begin to regain your self-respect.

 

 

 

Friday, April 19, 2013

Fw: 59-101 Booklet

We began to work on a book on the enclosed topic.
We are looking for Co -authors , feedback & partners to assist us in doing it right , to help tons of people. We ask you to consider contacting us for this. When we help others , Hashem helps us more.
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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Thu, 18 Apr 2013 18:56:44 -0700
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: 59-101 Booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the booklet.  Have a great day.
 
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Pen & Paper Writing
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Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Fw: A small step booklet

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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:14:05 -0700
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: A small step booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the booklet.  Have a great day.
 
All the Best,
Rochel Eisner
Creative Director
Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
(732) 771-7378
www.penpaperwriting.com

Monday, April 8, 2013

Fw: Health maintenance booklet

Amazing how all guidelines are from the Torah.
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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 8 Apr 2013 07:19:44 -0700
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Health maintenance booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the booklet.  Have a great day.
 
All the Best,
Rochel Eisner
Creative Director
Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
(732) 771-7378
www.penpaperwriting.com

Friday, April 5, 2013

New program

We now have phone lessons on Pirkei Avos available 24/6 on Kol Haloshon.
Dial 718 906 6400
Than 1 for english
2 for Mishna
6 for Pirkei Avos
& 1 for R. Goldberger
We have 2 selections posted now. Enjoy.
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Thursday, March 21, 2013

Dayeinu.

The Talmud , Yevomos 63a , on the last line , teaches that Dayeinu can save a persons marriage !

A spouse has to always work on appreciating the many ongoing benefits they receive from each other.
For example -
She raises our children ,
& she saves us from sin etc. Etc
You can add 100 more items to this list & you will be a very happy person !!
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Fw: 10 Changes for Now booklet

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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Wed, 20 Mar 2013 08:05:37 -0700
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: 10 Changes for Now booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the booklet, have a great day.
 
All the Best,
Rochel Eisner
Creative Director
Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
(732) 771-7378
www.penpaperwriting.com

Friday, March 15, 2013

How much to spend ?

A person should even sell all that he owns in order
- To marry the right girl , or
- to marry off his daughter to a Torah scholar.
See Talmud , Pesochim 49a. 3 lines up from the bottom.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Fw: A Better way booklet

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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 2013 08:39:18 -0700
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: A Better way booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the booklet.  Have a great day.
 
All the Best,
Rochel Eisner
Creative Director
Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
(732) 771-7378
www.penpaperwriting.com

Friday, March 8, 2013

Mirror Special

Suggestion -
It may be worthwhile for husbands to review the Rashi on 38:8. With your wife over Shabos.
To see the great purpose of mirrors & how to learn advanced communication skills between spouses. !
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Thursday, March 7, 2013

Fw: Incredible Gift booklet

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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Thu, 7 Mar 2013 07:18:20 -0800
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Incredible Gift booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the booklet.  Have a  great day.

All the Best,
Rochel Eisner
Creative Director
Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
(732) 771-7378
www.penpaperwriting.com

Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Fw: Increase Silence Booklet

!
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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 2013 10:18:35 -0800
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Increase Silence Booklet


 Hi, I'm attaching the increase silence booklet.

All the Best,
Rochel Eisner
Creative Director
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Pen & Paper Writing
(732) 771-7378
www.penpaperwriting.com

Thursday, February 28, 2013

Fw: Top Dog Booklet

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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Thu, 28 Feb 2013 10:29:16 -0800
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Top Dog Booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the new booklet.  Have a great day.
 
All the Best,
Rochel Eisner
Creative Director
Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
(732) 771-7378
www.penpaperwriting.com

Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Fw: doing Extra booklet

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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, 26 Feb 2013 08:25:44 -0800
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: doing Extra booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the doing extra booklet. Have a great day.
 
All the Best,
Rochel Eisner
Creative Director
Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
(732) 771-7378
www.penpaperwriting.com

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Special Four

Who are the special 4 types of people the Rambam says we should focus on specifically to help Purim Time ?

Poor people , orphans , widows & converts.
When helping these one becomes like Hashem !
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Wednesday, February 13, 2013

To Hashem's Name

Why does it say give donations to Hashem's name in the first Rashi ?

One explanation is that Hashem's name stands for He is the Owner & Master who gave you all of your money. Think about that when you give some of His money back to charity !
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Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Singing about Snow

Why do we sing daily in pesukei dezimra to praise & thank Hashem for snow ?
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Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Secret to Peace

The Talmud says
That Judging people favorably is the secret to a peaceful relationship. Rashi explains : by thinking he / she did not go against me intentionally - either they were stuck or they meant well , thus peace will be maintained.
Shabos 127 b. The first Rashi.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Monday, February 4, 2013

Fw: Aleph bais booklet

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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 4 Feb 2013 06:24:31 -0800
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Aleph bais booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the edited document.  Have a great day.
 
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Pen & Paper Writing
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Friday, January 25, 2013

Prayer before a Speech

What prayer should one say before giving a speech ?

May it be Your will that I should say words that will be accepted.

Beitza 38a.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Thursday, January 24, 2013

Song at th Sea

Mishna Berura 51 , 17. Says
When we say the song with joy & imagine that it occurred today , a persons sins will be forgiven.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Monday, January 21, 2013

Challenges in Life

Both spouses need to commit themselves to make up their mind to do their best to make it work out together. Rav A. Miller
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Power of Emuna

How can Emuna save ones life & marriage & help a person become wealthy ?
By thinking Hashem sent me My spouse , a person will find how to iMprove it to make it last.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Fw: step 7

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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2013 09:54:44 -0800 (PST)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: step 7

Hi, I'm attaching booklet 7.
 
All the Best,
Rochel Eisner
Creative Director
Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
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Monday, January 14, 2013

Fw: step 6

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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2013 09:33:31 -0800 (PST)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: step 6

Hi, I'm attaching booklet 6, and also, I did receive an envelope today.  Have a great day.
 
All the Best,
Rochel Eisner
Creative Director
Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
(732) 771-7378
www.penpaperwriting.com

Thursday, January 10, 2013

Fw: Fifth booklet

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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Thu, 10 Jan 2013 09:36:47 -0800 (PST)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Fifth booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the fifth booklet. And I did receive the envelope.
 
All the Best,
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Creative Director
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Pen & Paper Writing
(732) 771-7378
www.penpaperwriting.com

Accurate Saying

There is a saying that
Laughter is the best medicine.
But the Talmudic source says

Silence is the Best. Megila 18a.
Laughter may be second.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Sunday, January 6, 2013

Fw: Ask questions booklet

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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Sat, 5 Jan 2013 17:18:42 -0800 (PST)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Ask questions booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the booklet.  Have a good night.
 
All the Best,
Rochel Eisner
Creative Director
Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
(732) 771-7378
www.penpaperwriting.com

Thursday, January 3, 2013

Fw: your friends

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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Thu, 3 Jan 2013 10:16:26 -0800 (PST)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: your friends

Hi, I'm attaching the corrected booklet.
 
All the Best,
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Creative Director
Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
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Wednesday, January 2, 2013

Fw: Turning the Tide

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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Wed, 2 Jan 2013 13:54:17 -0800 (PST)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Turning the Tide

Have a great day- booklet is attached.
 
All the Best,
Rochel Eisner
Creative Director
Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
(732) 771-7378
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Thursday, December 27, 2012

Fw: Project YES UPDATE Re: Weberman Abuse Trial

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From: "Rabbi Goldberger" <rabbig@sakar.com>
Date: Thu, 27 Dec 2012 15:21:24 +0000
To: Ira Benjamin<ubenjamin@msn.com>
ReplyTo: rabbig@sakar.com
Subject: Re: Project YES UPDATE Re: Weberman Abuse Trial

Thank you
May I send this to my e mail list ?
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From: Ira Benjamin <ubenjamin@msn.com>
Date: Thu, 27 Dec 2012 10:04:24 -0500
To: Moshe Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
Subject: FW: Project YES UPDATE Re: Weberman Abuse Trial

Rebbe,
I know that you mentioned the Ami Magazine article about Weberman being innocent.
Please read the article below from the head of Project YES, an incredible organization that deals almost exclusively with at-risk Frum teens.  Not included in this article is their statistic that nearly 90% of all at-risk Frum teens end up admitting to being sexually abused by a Rebbi or camp counselor at some time during their childhood.
This is a trend in the Frum community that MUST be stopped, no matter what the cost.  Way too many Frum kids are having their lives ruined because we keep turning a blind eye to this very deep problem.
This article may change your mind.
B'Chavod,
Uri Benjamin
 

From the desk of
Rabbi Yakov Horowitz
December 24, 2012

Update -  Re:  Weberman
Abuse Trial

Dear Reb Josh,

With Nechemya Weberman convicted and awaiting sentencing, here are some reflections upon the trial and why Project YES supported his victim in a very public manner.

 

We got involved in the spring when it became clear that a young victim still within the statute of limitations was actually committed to pressing charges and testifying against her molester. In the process of doing due diligence, I personally heard from four additional victims of Weberman, all of whom were terrified to come forward and press charges because of community intimidation. They didn't know each other, but they all told the same stories, described similar forms of physical abuse - some of which became public knowledge during the trial.

 

Just one horrific example: Those of us close to the case heard from the victims that Weberman was burning many of them on their abdomens with cigarette lighters and candles as part of his warped fantasies. However, this was only discussed at a side bar during his trial and did not become public knowledge until this New York Post Article ran a few days after the verdict.

 

Two chassidish men, both in their thirties and well integrated into the community told me that Weberman burned their wives on their abdomens while violating them. One of the fellows said that he first discovered the abuse when his wife screamed and nearly fainted when he inadvertently passed a (havdala) candle close to her midsection. It was only then, that she told him the story of what she had gone through in her "counseling sessions" with Weberman.    

 

Weberman's other victims revealed details that matched those of the plaintiff in this case, which in the aggregate indicated that he was conducting an evil, calculated, and highly successful Grooming Process. This included humiliating his victims, and telling them that no one will ever believe messed-up kids like them. He deliberately turned the parents against their children, telling them, among other things, that their son or daughter was a pathological liar, in order to have his defense in place should the kids ever reveal his abuse.   

  

Weberman even told some of the girls he was abusing that (hold your stomach) they were reincarnated separately, but they had been married to him in a previous gilgul (lifetime), and that the intimate acts he was performing were intended as a form of te'shuva (repentance) for sins committed in their previous lifetimes. Keep in mind that many of his victims were innocent, pre-teen girls who were raised in a very sheltered environment, and that Weberman was presented to them by their school as a distinguished rabbi - lending credence to whatever story he spun to them.

 

Weberman carefully selected his victims from a pool of families who had marital issues or an elder child who was on drugs or no longer observant, correctly assuming that those parents would lack the self-confidence to do battle with him should they suspect anything wrong.

 

He was also very cautious not to abuse the children of well-connected families. None of his victims who have come to our attention are very wealthy or named Teitelbaum or Twersky (dynastic rabbinic families) - only from what Leona Helmsley famously called the "little people."

  

Once it became clear that Weberman appeared to be a serial pedophile, we recognized that this was a unique opportunity to break the wall of silence about abuse in the Charedi world. The "Establishment" responded to the accusations by holding a huge fundraiser  to raise a half million dollars for Weberman's defense.

 

Shortly thereafter, we were notified from those close to the case that the victim's family was under unbearable pressure from the community after the fundraiser. The DA was concerned that she would do what so many others before her had done - buckle under to the pressure and refuse to testify. Indeed, four men were subsequently arrested for attempting to bribe the victim to the tune of $500,000 to drop the charges.

 

Keep in mind that this brave young victim, not yet eighteen, had been repeatedly molested by Weberman from the young age of twelve until she was fifteen. (For all those asking what defense attorney Mr. Farkas kept raising during the trial - why didn't she come forward earlier - take a careful look at the size and maturity level of the precious 12-year-old kinderlach in your neighborhood. That ought to answer your question.) Knowing she would need help, we went public and urged our readers to Stand With the Victim and offer her emotional support in a post on our website two weeks after the fundraiser (May 30, 2012). We asked our readers to post comments of encouragement and to contact the Brooklyn DA requesting police protection for her family as needed.

 

Sadly, in the Williamsburg community there seemed to be almost universal support for Weberman (which is not at all unusual in child abuse cases - the abusers frequently get away with it for so long since they are otherwise well-respected, upstanding, charismatic members of the community) flinging slings and arrows at the victim attempting to ruin her reputation and totally undermine her credibility.

 

We then decided to embark on a campaign to educate the public about Weberman's wildly inappropriate methods of counseling the young girls in his care with this post What Went Terribly Wrong. We pointedly highlighted his flagrant violations of Hilchos Yichud (if these young girls had been in a locked apartment containing a bedroom with an "outsider" for counseling  sessions for four hours a day, three times a week instead of with Rabbi Weberman, the community would have been in an uproar). Hearing about his eleven hour car trip alone with her to the Catskills caused many to rethink their position on what was really going on.

 

In the lead-up to and during the trial, we posted Clear and Present Danger explaining the halachic reasons that predators need to be reported to the police, and The Halo Effect explaining how predators get away with their abuse.

 

Most people simply do not want to know about child abuse, as the entire subject makes them feel ill. Therefore, if just makes it harder to educate parents about abuse overall and how the grooming process works (here is a fantastic piece by Malcom Gladwell, In Plain View on grooming. A must read for parents.) Additionally, the cultural norms that have not allowed the Charedi press to cover the Weberman trial just adds to the disconnect and Cognitive Dissonance which is causing such harm to our kids.

 

Weberman's supporters are running a $1,000,000 campaign for his appeal, and they are going all out in a public relations effort, including this past week's Ami magazine where George Farkas, Weberman's attorney, graced the front cover and asserted Weberman's innocence.   

 

It is heartening that many of Weberman's other victims are now finding their voices - albeit only whispering to friends and family members. But the deadly wall of silence is showing growing cracks. Mr. Heinz, the Brooklyn DA went on record in several interviews  that there is "at least one more victim," (who has come forward but is afraid to testify), and his ADA's have previously stated that they are in conversations with six of Weberman's victims.   

 

In the charedi community, respected people are stepping forward. Ezra Friedlander, just released a column where he mentions a second Weberman victim and we will probably hear much more of this in the near future. There are simply too many survivors of his to keep this quiet forever. If or when they decide to go to the DA, the press, or to join in a class action law suit, the lid will probably come completely off.

 

Weberman is a monster who had incredible access to young girls and boys and married women for many, many years. What is so frightening is that those who are coming forward now are the married women, as the single girls are afraid of ruining their shidduch prospects. We shudder to think of how many single victims of his are out there continuing to suffer in silence.

 

Research shows that the average pedophile molests 50-200 children in his lifetime. With the level of access that Weberman had, and the naiveté' of the kids he worked with, ... may Hashem have mercy.     

 

The ongoing publicity proclaiming Weberman an innocent man is a dagger in the already broken hearts of his survivors. According to firsthand reports I received from professional therapists, even those survivors of Weberman's abuse who are grown and married are traumatized by these fundraisers to the extent that they are exhibiting signs of PTSD. It is for this reason alone that I feel it is a matter of pikuach nefesh (a matter of life and death) to give voice to his voiceless victims and publicize the true story of what transpired.

 

Standing with the victim and speaking truth to power the way we did was not a pleasant task, nor is it one that is risk-free, but we are determined to see this through.

 

My family spent this past Rosh Hashana with 200 Jewish recovering drug and alcohol addicts - the vast majority of whom ended up that way after being molested in their formative years. After listening to their horror stories and seeing the hell each and every one of them is undergoing, I promised myself that during the coming year I will redouble my efforts and do whatever it takes to keep today's kids safe. 

 

May it be Hashem's will that we finally succeed.

 

Best and warmest regards,

 

Yankie

 

yhdarchei@aol.com 845-548-1002

  

 

P.S. Since the trial began a few weeks ago, I've been inundated by emails and calls from good friends inquiring about its progress and asking why I chose to stand with the victim in such a public manner. Since I couldn't very well disseminate the response wholesale on my website, I decided to go retail and create a private email list of my friends with whom I can be candid on this extremely important topic.

 

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Monday, December 24, 2012

Payback - the first step

Why does the Torah tell us that Yaakov LIVED for 17 years so that his lifespan was a total of 147 years ?
He had raised Yosef for 17 years & now Hashem enabled Yosef to care for his Father for the same amount of time.
This is included in the 10 Commandments where we are taught Honor your Parents so that you will live a long life. Measure for measure.
Thus the gematria of vayechi is 34 , the total of 2 x 17.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Fw: Apple booklet

To prepare for Tu Bshvat
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 24 Dec 2012 10:15:28 -0800 (PST)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Apple booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the corrected booklet.  Have a great day.
 
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Wednesday, December 19, 2012

The First Word

Vayikash
Why is this word so significant ?
Why does Yosef use it when he says to his brothers " come close to me " ? And they listen.
The Jews stay in a place called Goshen which is the same word.
The dreidel has 4 letters which spell Goshna ???
Rav Nissan Alpert Z. T. L. Explains the concept of Achdus. Being united & loving each other , that is the secret.
That is why the 4 letters have a gematria of 358 & the Moshiach is the same.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Thursday, December 13, 2012

3 Lessons from a Miracle

Rav Shach explains that we learn :
1- Hashem did us a favor for which we must thank Him.
2 - Hashem is showing us that now is a good time to utilize for our benefit because He is coming closer to us.
3- a Miracle illuminates our mind by showing us that Hashem is behind the scenes & He can help us more.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Thursday, December 6, 2012

Fw: Power of Prayer

As a Chanuka gift to all !
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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Thu, 6 Dec 2012 09:43:29 -0800 (PST)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Power of Prayer

Hi, I'm attaching the corrected booklet, have a great day.
 
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Wednesday, December 5, 2012

The Fragrant Message

Why does the Torah publicize what type of merchandise the caravan was transporting ?

37:25.
To teach how Hashem takes care of all of the needs of the Righteous, to insure that Yoseif would have a pleasant , comfortable trip !
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Sunday, December 2, 2012

Secret to Success

What was the secret to Yoseif's incredible success ?

Rashi says - the Name of Hashem was always fluent in his mouth. !
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Friday, November 30, 2012

Gift Suggestion

Your spouse will love this book -
The Balancing Act
How to bring the power passion of Torah into our homes ...
By Rebbetzin T. Heller.
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Monday, November 26, 2012

How to live

Rashi explains that Taryag & garti are the same 4 letters in hebrew which shows that they are the same. We live by fulfilling the 613 Mitzvos , that is the essence of our lives. Mitzvos are us , not toys.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Thursday, November 22, 2012

Suggestion

We recommend that you take a look at the new book out
In Search of
Torah Wisdom
By Rav Yisroel Miller
We think you will find it worth buying a copy or two.

If you need to order a copy we may be able to assist you.
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Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Fw: Action Booklet

To climb the Ladder
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From: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, 20 Nov 2012 05:34:58 -0800 (PST)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Action Booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the corrected booklet. Have a great day.
 
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Dreaming of a Ladder

Yaakov's dream of a ladder going up to Heaven is a model for all of us with many lessons. We learn to begin at the bottom & to aspire to climb to the top.
The more we do , the more Hashem assists us.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Thursday, November 15, 2012

Purpose of Good Food

Why did Hashem create tasty food ?
We learn in Breshis 27:4 so that I will eat & my soul will bless you !
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Sunday, November 11, 2012

Smashing the Negative

Rambam , laws of Idolatry 1:3 , speaks of how Avraham Avinu taught the whole world about Hashem. The Raavad asks why didn't Shem Ever do the same as Avraham. ?
He explains that they did their best , but they did not have opportunities to smash idols thus they were not as effective.

We learn that there is a way to lock in & insure our growth by smashing the negative , step by step.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Thursday, November 8, 2012

Did you Know ?

It is permissible to place , for example , an egg or water , in sunlight on Shabos to warm it up.

Shulchan Aruch , Orach Chaim 318 : 3.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Tuesday, November 6, 2012

All Good

Rashi explains that every year of Sarah's life was all equally good !

How can we understand that ?

Was she as happy before she had a child as afterwards ?

The answer is Gam Zu Ltovah. Yes , she did pray always for a child. But she also understood that until Hashem grants her request , He was giving her what was best for her for now !
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Sunday, November 4, 2012

Most Memorable

Which boat is the most memorable one in history ?

Noach's ark - it saved the world. !
Why does the Torah tells us the dimensions were - 300 by 50 by 30. ?
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Quickly !

One of the great lessons from the way Avraham Avinu did things was that he always hurried to do everything quickly.
Mesilas Yeshorim in chap 7 says this is the way of all righteous people !!
This is a gauge we can aim for.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Sunday, October 28, 2012

Emulating Avraham

He was sitting at the entrance. He was looking for opportunities to use his life to perform Chesed - in emulation of Hashems ways.
How can we do more kindness to others ?

Consider , how can you do one more favor to others today ?
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Friday, October 26, 2012

Personal Growth

Lech Lecha - it is explained that we need to focus on developing our potential. Each person is unique with their own challenges & path for growth.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Friday, October 19, 2012

Fw: Steps of Caring

The enclosed is in honor of our Simcha. May we always share happy occasions.
You are welcome to join us at the Aufruf Kidush in Lkwd at 415 Monmouth av. We begin Shachris at 8:20 Shabos morn.
You can also join at the wedding MONDAY evening. At 6 :00
6:45. / 9:45.
At 350 Courtney rd. in Lkwd. Be well & Gut Shabos
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

From: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Thu, 18 Oct 2012 17:33:28 -0700 (PDT)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Steps of Caring

Hi, I'm attaching the updated booklet.  Have a good night.
 
All the Best,
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Pen & Paper Writing
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Sunday, October 14, 2012

Halachic Guidelines

One may not hug or kiss ones sister.
Rambam isurei biah 21:6
Shulchan aruch even haezer 21:7.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Property Rights

The Air space over a private place is considered owned by that person all the way up to the sky. Shulchan Oruch 345 :5.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Sunday, September 30, 2012

Fw: Ten steps of caring booklet

The Mitzva of Simcha is in the Air. We need to learn how to focus & develop all of the components - chag Someach.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

From: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Fri, 28 Sep 2012 11:43:30 -0700 (PDT)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Ten steps of caring booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the booklet, but I don't think I'll be able to make any corrections for you next week, with yom tov and all the kids home.  Have a good Shabbos.
 
All the Best,
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Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
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Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Fw: Saying it Right

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From: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Wed, 19 Sep 2012 06:54:36 -0700 (PDT)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Saying it Right

Hi, I'm attaching the corrected booklet.  Have a great day.
 
All the Best,
Rochel Eisner
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Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
(732) 771-7378
www.penpaperwriting.com

Monday, September 10, 2012

Fw: The Balance Booklet

We need to prepare
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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From: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 10 Sep 2012 07:24:04 -0700 (PDT)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: The Balance Booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the corrected booklet. Have a great day.
 
All the Best,
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Pen & Paper Writing
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Sunday, September 9, 2012

Not an Apple

The food tree that Adam & Chava ate from was either a
Grape
Fig or
Wheat. See Brochos daf 40a.
5 lines up from bottom.
We see how important it is to study Torah sources not to be misled by errors.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Thursday, September 6, 2012

Drop of Salt

One is required to make a Shehakol blessing before eating even a drop of salt. Why ?
Mishna Brura 204:5 , because there is some benefit.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Taster's Choice

What if one is only tasting the food to see if it needs salt or other spices is a Bracha required ?

Some say no ,even if he does swallow it.
Others say yes if he swallows it.

Mishna Brura concludes the best approach - if he wants to swallow - to have in mind to also enjoy it as eating food & make a Brocha.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Monday, September 3, 2012

A drop of Food

Even if one eats or drinks a tiny amount of food or drink , a Blessing is required first. Unless he is only tasting it. See Shulchan Aruch 210.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Truth

Hashem's seal is Truth.
Shabos 55a. 14 lines up from bottom.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Thursday, August 30, 2012

Fw: You Booklet

Special for YOu
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

From: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Wed, 29 Aug 2012 20:37:19 -0700 (PDT)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: You Booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the corrected booklet.   Have a good night.
 
All the Best,
Rochel Eisner
Creative Director
Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
(732) 771-7378
www.penpaperwriting.com

Monday, August 27, 2012

5 Ways

In which Prayer is compared to Korbonos offerings.
To have the right focus.
To stand.
To have a set place.
To avoid a barrier between the wall. To dress up nicely.
Orach Chaim. 98:4.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Sunday, August 26, 2012

Source of Plenty

Rashi 25:15 , says if you are careful to use complete , honest full measures , Hashem will do the same for you !
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Friday, August 24, 2012

Parsha Q.

Why is a person compared to a tree ?

You can call for an answer.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Yes or No

Do women have to say Kerias Shma daily ?

They are exempt , but it is a good idea for them to accept upon themselves Hashem's Kingship with the first 2 verses of the Shma.
See Orach Chaim 70 :1.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Sunday, August 19, 2012

Who says it ?

A person should never open his mouth to give the Satan an opening.

It is in the name of Rebbi Yosi
Brochos Daf 19 a.
There are 6 words in hebrew & it is 6 lines up from the bottom of the page. Never say negative things about oneself. Always pray that Hashem help us succeed.

You can hear this Daf & any Daf in Shas by calling Kol Haloshon &
Dial in Rabbi Goldbergers daf.
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Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Gaining Time

There are 2 places where we say
His days & years will be extended.
On Daf 8b , by studying the Parsha twice with translation once & on daf 13b by extending the word Echod.
Why these 2 places ?

People think they don't have time. Thus , Hashem the Creator of time & life says , if you recognize Me by Echod & learn My rules for life , I will provide you with more of it , measure for measure.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Monday, August 13, 2012

Fw: Counting Stars Booklet

Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

From: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 13 Aug 2012 07:59:50 -0700 (PDT)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Counting Stars Booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the edited booklet.  Have a great day.
 
All the Best,
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Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
(732) 771-7378
www.penpaperwriting.com

Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Which is better ?

To daven alone in a Shul or
With a Minyan in a private home ?

Mishna Brurah 90 : 28.
Says the Minyan is better.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Monday, August 6, 2012

Fw: Rediscover booklet

Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

From: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 6 Aug 2012 09:53:43 -0700 (PDT)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Rediscover booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the edited booklet.  Have a great day.
 
All the Best,
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Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
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www.penpaperwriting.com

Sunday, August 5, 2012

Mind over Matter

If a person thinks of doing a Mitzva , even if he is unable to do it , he will be rewarded as if he did it.
Brochos 6a.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Saturday, August 4, 2012

3 Great Gifts

What are the 3 great gifts Hashem gave us ?

Torah ,
Eretz Yisroel , &
Qlam Habo.


Brochos 5 a. o.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Speaking Rights

We say in the Shma- Speak in them -
The Talmud , Yoma 19b , explains - in Torah , but not in silly matters.
This follows the Mitzva to Love Hashem because it is derived from that concept.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Fw:

Please pray for his Refuah Shleima among all others in need.
------Original Message------
From: 3478828381@mms.att.net
To: Rabbi Goldberger
Subject:
Sent: Jul 24, 2012 8:50 AM

Shlomo yitschuk ben fayga maytah

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Sunday, July 22, 2012

Fw: Marriage Booklet

Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

From: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Sun, 22 Jul 2012 09:54:21 -0700 (PDT)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Marriage Booklet

Hi, I'm attaching the booklet.
 
All the Best,
Rochel Eisner
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Pen & Paper Writing
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Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Battle Plans

When the Jews went to battle , for every soldier that went to fight , they had one who stayed to pray for his buddies success. See Medrash on 31:5.

And they won!
We need to learn from the Torah's system.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
www.GemsofTorah.com

Monday, July 16, 2012

Fw: Your source of great ideas

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www.GemsofTorah.com

From: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 16 Jul 2012 10:24:17 -0700 (PDT)
To: Rabbi Goldberger<rabbig@sakar.com>
ReplyTo: Rochel Eisner <penpaperwriting@yahoo.com>
Subject: Your source of great ideas

Have a great day.
 
All the Best,
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Chief Copywriter
 
Pen & Paper Writing
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Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Don't Forget

The Talmud teaches that Pinchos did consult with Moshe Rabeinu first , before he went to defend Hashem' s honor. !
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Friday, July 6, 2012

Fw: Fwd: Fw: Fwd: FW: Letter from Rebbetzin Kanievsky

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Subject: Fwd: Fw: Fwd: FW: Letter from Rebbetzin Kanievsky

> Dear women and girls! We need you to help us in prayers!


> The situation in Eretz Yisrael is very difficult. We are suffering
> terrible losses, many orphans and widows from different diseases. My
> husband, The Rabbi, was asked what could be the reason for all these
> tragedies.The Rabbi opened a Gemara and said it's because of foul
> language.And how can we correct ourselves? Only by watching what we
> say.
> I read an article written by Rabbi Segal from Manchester who writes:
> "Never did I see a person who learned 2 Halachot of Shemirat Halashon
> every day and didn't see salvation from above, whether in children, in
> shidduch, good health, parnasa or bringing up the children.He had
> promised that whoever will learn the Chafetz Hayim, he will be his
> defender in Heaven."And we witnessed miracles that happened to people
> who took upon themselves two Halachot every day and saw Yeshuot.
>
>
> While I was reading the article a woman walked in crying and said she
> has a number of aging daughters that are still not married.I showed
> her the article and immediately she said she will learn two Halachot
> of Shemirat Halashon every day.Within three days one daughter got
> engaged.
> Two months later her second daughter and ba"h this woman saw many
> Yeshuot.Like her, hundreds of girls who took upon themselves the
> Shemirat Halashon got married.
>
> A different story is about a woman who came to us about a year ago
> with great sorrow saying that she'd been married for 20 years and she
> didn't have children.I advised her to learn two Halchot every day and
> B"H she conceived and now has a month old baby boy.
>
>
> And another story:A few weeks ago a woman came to me, broken and
> crying, and said that her mother is in the hospitalwith a growing
> tumor.She asked what she could take upon herself to help. Again, I
> advised that the entire family learn two Halachot of Shemirat Halashon
> every day. Two days later she returned and asked of me to tell her
> story and the miracle that happened.She said that the entire family
> gathered and decided to learn two Halachot daily and two days later
> they received a phone call from the hospital saying to come and pick
> up the mother, the tumor is gone and she is in good health.
>
>
> I hear many miracles such as these.
> And now, we should all take upon ourselves, bli neder, to learn two
> Halachot of Shemirat Halashon every day and pray with great kavana. A
> prayer that comes from the heart through a holy mouth is immediately
> accepted by Boreh-Olam and prevents many troubles and tragedies and
> brings Yeshua to the world.In the future, each one of us will be shown
> how many wonderful doings, how many people we saved.And thanks to you,
> my dear righteous women and girls, we will have the Zechut to bring
> Mashiah Tzidkeinu soon in our days.
> Yehi Ratzon that Hashem will fulfill all ofyour wishes for the best,
> B. Kanyevsky
>
> For Zikui Harabim, Each one who receives this letter should try to
> make at least 50 copies and spread them for your own success, and you
> shall be blessed by Hashem, amen.
> Whoever exceeds that amount will be blessed directly from the mouth of
> Hashem

Thursday, July 5, 2012

5 for Sunday

The 5 issues that occurred on the seventeenth of Tamuz -
- The Tablets of Torah were smashed ,
- The Daily offerings in the Temple ceased.
The city of Yerusholayim was broken into ,
A wicked person burnt a Sefer Torah ,
& A statue was placed in the Temple.
What is the common theme of these 5 ?
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Wednesday, July 4, 2012

4 Places

The teaching , that Hashem assists those who come to purify themselves is found 4 places in Shas :

Shabos 104a
Yuma 38b
Avoda Zora 55a
& Minachos 29b.
Who says it ?
By Reish Lokish.
Why him ?
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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