Take Five For Torah

Shabbat Chazon - The lesson of one powerful word, Eichah, and its relevance to us.

A halachic discussion of when to recite the havdallah brachah on fire - borei meorei ha'aish - when Tisha B'av occurs on Motzei Shabbat.

Why did the Rabbis append a prayer to the Blessing of La'asok B'divrei Torah?

Is there anything wrong in socializing with less than righteous people, even if you tell yourself that you won't let their negative attitudes and values affect you?

What should be done if one accepted Shabbat early and subsequently realized they had not yet davened Mincha?

The list of the Jewish people's campings and travels in the desert teaches us a valuable lesson.

We're Responsible For What We Do - No matter who instigates the crime, the person who actually commits it is held responsible.

In using the words la'asok bdivrei torah, the Rabbis are teaching us that our Torah study requires an investment of energy and thought similar to that of our business ventures.

Even when life is dark and hopeless, one affirms the reality of Emunah in the prayer of Maariv.

What is accomplished by beginning Shabbat early?