FINALLY REUNITED THE BANNER OF THE UN-LOST TRIBES עשרת השבטים Across distant lands—from the rugged Ethiopian Highlands to India’s remote villages—clans claiming a connection to the ancient Israelites have been discovered. At a time when Jewish identity is so emergent, what can a lost chapter of history teach us? ישעיהו י״א וְהָיָה  בַּיּוֹם הַהוּא יוֹסִיף ה'  שֵׁנִית יָדוֹ לִקְנוֹת אֶת־שְׁאָר עַמּוֹ אֲשֶׁר יִשָּׁאֵר מֵאַשּׁוּר וּמִמִּצְרַיִם וּמִפַּתְרוֹס וּמִכּוּשׁ וּמֵעֵיל

HOUSE OF DAVID WHEN HUMILTY MAKES YOU GREAT מלך מבית דוד A king of ancient Persia was chopping down trees in a stranger’s courtyard in anger; on the cusp of felling the last standing sapling, a geezer appeared, seized his ax, and threatened his life. The king awakened from this nightmare with a bloody gash on his forehead, and a memory of the old man, who had called himself King David, warning him to protect his last remaining progeny or risk dethroning and death. Indeed, in

CONNECTION COMPLETE THE ULTIMATE MITZVAH EXPERIENCE שלימות התורה והמצוות From the ancient Code of Hammurabi to modern human rights declarations, systems of law focus on a few broad principles, like justice and respect. But the Torah stands apart: The commandments and community customs guide every aspect of human relationships and how we connect to G-d. Today, we can only observe a fraction of the 613 mitzvot—what would it mean to experience Torah completely? רמב"ם הלכות מלכים

PROPHETABLE SEERS OF THE AGE OF INFORMATION כולנו נביאים Forty-one percent of Americans believe in the paranormal. Seekers turn to psychics, fortune tellers, and spiritual advisors for insight into life's uncertainties. But the market is flooded with charlatans and con artists, and it is rare to find a true seer. Can you imagine a world where authentic spiritual vision becomes as common as physical sight? משנה תורה להרמב"ם תשובה פרק ט', הלכה ב מִפְּנֵי שֶׁאוֹתוֹ הַמֶּלֶךְ שֶׁ

LEADING LEADER MOSHAICH'S UNIQUE QUALITIES AND CAPABILITIES ונחה עליו רוח השם Benjamin Zander, acclaimed conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, explores the hallmark of a great leader in his book, The Art of Possibility: “I had been conducting for nearly twenty years when it suddenly dawned on me that the conductor of an orchestra does not make a sound. His picture may appear on the cover of the CD in various dramatic poses, but his true power derives from his abilit

TEACHER OF THE AGES MOSHIACH'S UNIQUE LEADERSHIP STYLE משיח: רב In Republic, the Greek philosopher Plato discusses politics and explores the ideal form of government. What if we had a “philosopher king,” he asks, who rules with wisdom, virtue and a love of the truth, rather than through autocracy and fear? Classical Greece has since evolved into Western Civilization in which democratic principles ultimately won out. So Plato’s dream remains purely, well, philosophical. רמב"ם

REALIZING REDEMPTION HOW DEMANDING MOSHIACH BRINGS HIM CLOSER לבקש גאולה The Law of Attraction is not about relationships or magnetic fields. In modern lingo, it’s called “manifestation,” and it is a mind game based on the premise that when you want something badly enough, and believe strongly enough that it will work out for you, it will happen. What is the value of a positive attitude in Jewish philosophical thought and what are its ramifications on future events? חיד״א מדב

REVELATION & REVOLUTION JEWISH MYSTICISM MEETS SOCIETAL CHANGE נפתחו שערי חכמה Table salt. Gold. Helium. Do these disparate elements have anything in common? In 1869, Dmitri Mendeleev organized elements according to their atomic mass and properties, creating the first Periodic Table of the Elements. In doing so, he uncovered recurring patterns that demonstrate that all types of matter have a common underlying structure. This breakthrough led to many other discoveries showing

THE ANTIDOTE TO EXILE UNDERSTANDING THE TIMING OF REDEMPTION PROPHECIES. הכוונה והמטרה בנבואת הגאולה To prepare for battle, soldiers go through many stages of basic and tactical training. One non-practical but essential component remains. Aimed at setting the soldier in the proper mental and emotional state of mind before engaging the enemy, commanders gather their troops and rally them by evoking the imperative of their mission and the glory of its success. What do pep talks

THE LAST STAND UNIQUE CAPABILITIES IN THE FINAL MOMENTS OF EXILE. דור האחרון של גלות In recent decades, long-distance running has become increasingly popular. There are over 800 annual marathons worldwide, with an estimated 1.1 million runners participating. Whether running for a cause or to set a personal record, each runner must train for the multi-mile trek by building stamina and endurance. However, as runners will say, the last mile is always the hardest. When the energy

THE ETERNAL PROMISE A REDEMPTION, IT'S REDEEMER, AND THEIR BIBLICAL GUARANTEE ושב ה’ אלקיך את שבותך People generally react with skepticism and cynicism to political candidates' campaign promises. Often crafted by savvy PR teams, backed by voter statistics and influenced by focus groups, these promises may lack true conviction, and the gap between what is promised and what is actually delivered can be quite significant. What factors contribute to a person's belief when promise

State of The Union UNDERSTANDING THE NATURE OF G-D'S RELATIONSHIP WITH THE JEWISH PEOPLE מתן תורה: אירוסין ונישואין Synthesis is the act of combining two or more elements to form a new entity. This process occurs in nature, such as the combination of hydrogen and oxygen to create water, and in human-directed activities, such as cooking and composing music. The ability to synthesize helps sustain existence and promotes personal growth and development. What does this crucial pr