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Rabbi Zalmanov's Blog
This Blog consists of Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov's weekly column, as well as articles that appeared in various publications.
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
11 minutes ago3 min read
Small town, big light
We often talk about how one little light makes all the difference in a world of darkness, especially in the context of lighting the...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Dec 183 min read
Don't wait for perfection
Before Jacob passed away, he blessed each of his children, giving them roles in the future of the Jewish people. Judah, his fourth son,...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Dec 93 min read
Excuses, excuses, excuses
The story of Jacob preparing to meet his estranged brother Esau is one of the most relatable moments in the Torah. Jacob was afraid. He...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Dec 33 min read
Foreign aid
The Jewish mission to make the world a home for G-d isn’t just a lofty idea; it’s a practical way of looking at our lives, no matter...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Nov 273 min read
Living the blessing
I’m writing today on my way to New York City, where the International Kinus Hashluchim, the conference of Chabad emissaries, is being...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Nov 202 min read
A parent's love
The relationship between a parent and child is one of the most natural bonds in our lives. It’s built on love, trust, and a deep...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Nov 123 min read
Courage Over Comfort
This week, as we reflect on the tragic loss of Guy Shabtay, of blessed memory, a young man who stood for truth and integrity, we are...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Nov 62 min read
Did your candidate win or lose?
After an election, emotions often run high. For some, there’s a sense of hope; for others, disappointment or worry. Yet, whether your...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Oct 303 min read
Getting along in an election
As we approach another presidential election, we may feel tension rise in conversations with friends, family, and colleagues. Political...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Oct 222 min read
We cried, now let's dance
In life’s journey, few opportunities bring more hope and renewal than the chance to start anew. This theme is powerfully embodied in the...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Oct 144 min read
The Sukkah Hop
Think about how we often go out of our way to make someone feel comfortable. Maybe you’ve picked up coffee for a coworker, even though...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Oct 83 min read
One Love
Yom Kippur, known as the Day of Atonement, is a cornerstone of the Jewish calendar, a day set aside for introspection, repentance, and,...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Oct 13 min read
Crowned with renewal and hope
As we approach Rosh Hashanah, the Day of Judgment and the beginning of a new year, the gravity of this moment feels even more intense...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Sep 243 min read
Outnumbered
The Jewish people are always outnumbered, whether in the political arena, in battles for moral clarity, or in their efforts to transform...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Sep 163 min read
In search of gratitude
Gratitude is not just an occasional feeling, but a foundation of faith. It is the recognition that we are not self-made but deeply...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Sep 113 min read
The Art of Peaceful Disagreements
Disagreements are an inevitable part of life. Whether in personal relationships, workplaces, or broader societal contexts, differing...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Sep 23 min read
Make like a tree
Our character is often best revealed by how we respond to the world around us. Intelligence, talent, and skill are valuable traits, but...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Aug 273 min read
Who holds the key to success?
One of the most delicate balances we must maintain in life is between faith in G-d’s providence and our own efforts to succeed. Jewish...
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Aug 203 min read
Challenge Accepted
As the Jewish people stood on the threshold of the Promised Land, they faced not just a physical journey, but an existential challenge....
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Rabbi Eliezer Zalmanov
Aug 123 min read
Paraphrasing
Memory, a complex and essential function of the human brain, can be strengthened through various techniques. One such method, often...
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