MISCONCEPTION: According to ancient tradition, Eliyahu HaNavi makes a furtive appearance at every Pesach Seder. FACT: There is no classical (Talmudic or midrashic) source stating that Eliyahu pays a… 0

Tired of potatoes? Preparing side dishes for Passover can be somewhat of a challenge. No pasta or rice, no bulgur, couscous or kasha, no beans or legumes—no problem! If you’re hungry for new ideas and… 1

Q: With conflicting information about alcohol—it’s healthy, it’s harmful—I’m nervous about drinking the arba kosot on Seder night. Can you clarify whether it’s safe to drink and tell me how much is… 0

I was dreaming . . . If only I had an opportunity to think, really just sit and think, without the pressing weight of obligations; If only I had the ability to put out of my mind, really empty it,… 0

 “Why Aren’t Our Kids in Shul?” Rabbi Dr. Jay Goldmintz Responds In Dr. Benzion Sorotzkin’s response to my article “Why Aren’t Our Kids in Shul?” (winter 2011), he asserts that it is common sense that… 0

A Dual Mesorah Jewish Action’s “Getting Their Attention” articles (summer 2011) addressed the concept of mesorah, but failed to emphasize the important role that parents play with regard to the… 0

Critiquing a Critique In his critique of Rabbi Daniel Sperber’s book On Changes in Jewish Liturgy (winter 2011), Rabbi Gil Student expresses surprise that instead of defending and preserving minhagei… 0

The Elephant in the Room: Torah, Wisdom & Inspiration for Life By Rabbi Ron Yitzchok Eisenman Mosaica Press, Inc., 2012 185 pages Reviewed by Yael Wedeck I’m finding it harder to be inspired in my… 0

Be Pro-active. Set up a schedule and plan ahead for the week and weekends so that the kids have time for supper and homework and still get to bed on time. Prepare clothes, lunch and snacks the night… 1

The Best Is Yet to Be: Women Share Their Midlife Challenges and Triumphs Edited By Miriam Lieberman Targum Press Brooklyn, 2011 447 pages Reviewed by Sarah Shapiro It has often been said that people… 0