Gateways Pesach 2014 Retreat will be held at the Hilton in Stamford, Connecticut, from Monday April 14th to Tuesday April 22nd 2014. Our Nightly Entertainment is always an experience not to be missed. Wednesday night, 1st night Chol Hamoed features Simcha Leiner. Simcha Leiner has taken the Jewish Music scene by storm and is currently…
Rabbi Becher has some good news for the Jews – for a change – as he discusses the recent “semicha” ceremony at Yeshiva University in New York City. View this video directly on Vimeo.
In Jewish tradition, an entire set of laws governs how we speak about, and to, other people. These are known as the laws of Lashon Hara, “Evil Speech (literally – tongue).” They include prohibitions against any speech that may damage another person or cause emotional distress. Insults, lies and breaches of confidence are all forbidden….
Aaron remains silent after the tragic death of 2 of his sons. How does G-d later seek to reward that faith View this video directly on Vimeo
Rabbi Becher speaks about the day after Purim. View this video directly on Vimeo.
In the key scene in Megillas Esther, Mordechai zigs when he seemingly should have zagged, asking Esther a question instead of making a statement. What hidden message was he trying to send to her – and to us? View this video directly on Vimeo.
One of the most peculiar laws of Purim is the obligation to drink wine, and even become intoxicated. As the Talmud states, “A person is obligated to become inebriated on Purim, until he does not know the difference between ‘Blessed is Mordechai and cursed is Haman.’” Excessive drinking is frowned upon by Jewish law, yet…
Drinking, dress up and lotteries. What is Purim about? View this video directly on Vimeo
Standing Tall in the Sun Judaism is a “daytime”religion. How does that effect our outlook on ourselves? View this video directly on Vimeo
Answering My Call: A new book of the Torah in which G-d calls to each one of us. View the video directly on Vimeo