Understanding the different concepts that apply to the intent of certain actions on Shabbat.

Having good midot is grounded in the dignity of man, yet also must reflect the image of G-d.

Having good midot is grounded in the dignity of man, yet also must reflect the image of G-d.

What is the connection between enjoying a summer barbecue and not talking after washing our hands in order to eat bread?

What is the connection between enjoying a summer barbecue and not talking after washing our hands in order to eat bread?

Serving and spending time with a rabbi to see how he conducts himself can leave an even greater impact than the Torah he teaches.

Serving and spending time with a rabbi to see how he conducts himself can leave an even greater impact than the Torah he teaches.

By not being able to pick up stones and other muktzah items, the rabbis are telling us to think about Shabbat before it begins.

The way that we converse with people is so critical, not only in the words we use, but also in the way we say them.

The way that we converse with people is so critical, not only in the words we use, but also in the way we say them.