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All services are warm, relaxing, and easy to follow. Friday night & Shabbat morning services enjoy a great spirit and communal participation. When you enter our synagogue, you will be greeted with a warm welcome, encouragement and support. Participants are actively engaged in the services, which are meaningful and inspirational.

The Jobs of Moshe and Aron

Minyan Sunny Isles30 Mar, 2024Other

In the first Aliya of Parshas Tetzaveh the Torah says ?Hashem told Moshe you should command the Jews to bring you clear olive oil for the menorah? One of the jobs of the Kohanim (priests) was to light the fire of the menorah in the Temple. Everything in life there is the external level and the deeper level. This service in the Temple refers to the job of the Kohanim were to inspire the Jews and to reveal their neshama.

The Ohel: A Source of Guidance and Miracles

Minyan Sunny Isles30 Mar, 2024Other

In the year following the passing of the previous Lubavitcher Rebbe, the current Rebbe refrained from accepting the mantle of leadership for a full year. During this time, he advised Chasidim to visit the resting place of the previous Rebbe and continue writing to him. When questioned about guidance, the Rebbe responded in Yiddish, "der Rebbe vet gefinen ah veg," meaning the Rebbe will find a way to respond.

Terumah � Elevating Life�s Encounters and Prayer Insights

Minyan Sunny Isles30 Mar, 2024Other

In Kabbalah, the world is divided into four categories: 1) Doimim ? inanimate objects like rocks; 2) Tzomaich ? vegetation, including things that grow from the ground like grass, flowers, and trees; 3) Chay ? animals; and 4) Midaber ? humans. The Tabernacle comprised vegetation and animal hide, while the Temple was primarily made from inanimate objects. The Temple, being of the lowest category, held greater revelations from G-d, emphasizing our mission to infuse G-dliness into the lowest places and recognize His constant recreation of everything.

The Silent Plea of Stones: Hayom Yom Insights on Shushan Purim Katan

Minyan Sunny Isles30 Mar, 2024Business

The Hayom Yom for Shushan Purim Katan presents a fascinating array of laws and insights, delving into the intricacies of observance on this unique occasion. When Shushan Purim Katan coincides with Shabbos, specific parts of the davening, including Av harachaman during musaf and Tzidkascha, are omitted. Additionally, a curious practice is outlined for every Shabbos: before reciting the blessing hamotzi and cutting the challah, one must make a mark on the challah with the knife.

Terumah - Elevating Life's Encounters and Prayer Insights

Minyan Sunny Isles28 Mar, 2024Other

In Kabbalah, the world is divided into four categories: 1) Doimim - inanimate objects like rocks; 2) Tzomaich - vegetation, including things that grow from the ground like grass, flowers, and trees; 3) Chay - animals; and 4) Midaber - humans. The Tabernacle comprised vegetation and animal hide, while the Temple was primarily made from inanimate objects. The Temple, being of the lowest category, held greater revelations from G-d, emphasizing our mission to infuse G-dliness into the lowest places and recognize His constant recreation of everything.

The Symbolic Half-Shekel: A Lesson in Humility and Dependency

Minyan Sunny Isles28 Mar, 2024Other

The initial question arises: What complexity warranted Hashem showing Moshe a coin when even a small child understands its concept? Moshe, familiar with coins, grappled with how such a simple token could atone for the grave sin of serving the golden calf and denying G-d?s existence. Hashem?s presentation of a heavenly coin reassured him that this unassuming currency held the power to bring forgiveness to the Jewish people.

Tetzaveh - The Pomegranate Bells: Echoes of Inclusivity and Compassion

Minyan Sunny Isles28 Mar, 2024Other

In the third Aliya of Parshas Tetzaveh, the Torah emphasizes that Hashem instructed Moshe regarding the necessity of bells being heard as Ahron, the high priest, enters the sanctuary. Intriguingly, these bells, adorning the hem of the high priest's garment, are shaped like pomegranates.

Tetzaveh - The Inner and Outer Altars: A Reflection on True Desires

Minyan Sunny Isles23 Mar, 2024Other

In the seventh and final Aliya of Parshas Tetzaveh, the Torah unveils a profound commandment: "Hashem said to Moshe, the inner mizbeach (altar) is holy of holies unto Hashem, and once a year on Yom Kippur, Aaron the high priest will bring an offering as atonement." Within the temple, two altars played distinctive roles?the large, main outer altar and the smaller, golden inner altar. Kabbalah teaches that the inner altar represents our deepest desires, while the outer altar symbolizes the more indirect desires leading to our innermost longings.

Terumah - Infusing Holiness into Every Aspect of Life

Minyan Sunny Isles23 Mar, 2024Other

The Tabernacle predominantly utilized vegetation and animal hide, whereas the Temple was primarily constructed with inanimate objects. The Temple, being composed of the lowest category, held a special significance as it was a space where greater revelations from G-d occurred. This symbolizes the idea that our mission is to reveal G-dliness even in the lowest of places, highlighting how G-d constantly recreates and infuses life into everything.

Rituals of Purification: Wash Away Spiritual Dirt

Minyan Sunny Isles23 Mar, 2024Other

In Parshas Pekuday, specifically in the seventh aliya, the Torah details the creation of the copper laver and its base from the mirrors of the legions. The priests in the Temple were commanded to wash their hands and feet in this laver before offering sacrifices or entering the sanctuary. This act of purification was essential to cleanse themselves of any spiritual impurities or personal temptations that could disrupt their service to Hashem.