Some survivors were embarrassed having numbers on their arm and some had the numbers removed. Having just returned from Israel, I noticed many young people with various tattoos. [Rabbi Bernhard H. Rosenberg]
Are Tattoos Allowed in Judaism? Read More »
Bernhard H. Rosenberg-Rabbi, Jewish Religion, Lifestyles, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Sky born river, that sky born river
It keeps on raining, the ground’s not draining.
It just keeps storming from global warming, I’ve heard. [Laurie Baron]
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California, Lawrence Baron, Lifestyles, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, The World We Share, USA
I’m answering emails and half watching the 2024 Emmy Awards on TV, mostly to see the fancy dresses and gorgeous humans. I gaze up from my laptop as Niecy Nash-Betts accepts her trophy for Outstanding Supporting Actress, proudly raises it to the sky, and yells “I’m a winner, baby!” Now, I am watching with my full attention. I see Niecy give a powerful, emotional acceptance speech, which includes a loud shout-out to an unusually recognized person. [Shayna Kaufmann]
Own Your Accomplishments; Give Yourself Credit Read More »
Lifestyles, Shayna Kaufmann, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Theatre, Film & Broadcast, USA
Like Moshe, burdened by his flock, we often wear ourselves thin in service. But just as Yitro offered wise counsel to Moshe to share the burden, remember that neglecting your own wellspring weakens you and those you serve. Self-care isn’t indulgence, it’s sacred stewardship. [Michael R. Mantell, Ph.D]
Parasha Yitro: Care for Yourself, as Yitro Instructed Moses Read More »
Jewish Religion, Lifestyles, Michael Mantell, Staff and Bylined Contributors
After he decided to market the ties on his own, executives at Bloomingdale’s wanted him to narrow the tie slightly and Lauren daringly refused. Although winning Bloomingdales’ account, in anyone else’s eyes, would have been a big victory, Lauren had larger ambitions to become himself a name brand. Lauren found other stores to sell the wide tie to, and as their popularity increased, Bloomingdale’s resistance correspondingly decreased. Whereas thin ties sold at the time for $5, Lauren’s ties commanded between $7.50 and $15. The more people paid for them, the more they valued them. [Donald H. Harrison]
Ralph Lauren Willed Himself Into the Good Life Read More »
Antisemitism, Business & Finance, Donald H. Harrison, Jewish Celebrities, Jewish History, Lifestyles, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Travel and Food, USA
Recently, as I was traveling and looking for a shul in San Diego for a few weeks I found respite and much more than that at Ohr Shalom near Balboa Park – joy and inspiration, warmth and hospitality that energized me. [Noam Schimmel]
Berkeley Lecturer Found a Sanctuary in San Diego Read More »
Antisemitism, International, Israel, Jewish Religion, Lifestyles, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Travel and Food, USA
The shoe will be on the other foot for San Diego State, UC San Diego, Cal State San Marcos, the University of San Diego and other 4-year colleges and universities throughout the nation. The Anti-Defamation League has announced it is “developing a new tool to evaluate the climate of antisemitism on individual campuses.” [SDJW staff]
Our Shtetl San Diego County: Turning the Grading Tables on Local Universities Read More »
Antisemitism, Books, Poetry & Short Stories, International, Israel, Lifestyles, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Sports & Competitions, Staff and Bylined Contributors, Travel and Food, USA
The book’s strength lies in its combination of poetic moments and solid policy arguments, reflecting Golden’s diverse background as a professor and nonprofit director. These elements are woven together to form a narrative that is both magical and logical, showcasing Golden’s range as a writer. His varied experiences lend credibility and depth to his insights, making the book not just another spiritual guide, but a substantial piece of literature that offers real, implementable solutions. [Rabbi Michael Leo Samuel]
‘Reclaiming the Sacred’ Shuns Materialism in Favor of Love Read More »
Books, Poetry & Short Stories, Lifestyles, Michael Leo Samuel-Rabbi, Staff and Bylined Contributors
Have you ever met a couple who say, with a smile, that this is their tenth wedding anniversary, but in actuality have been married 40 years. They are not lying, just bending the truth a little bit. These are the couples who were married on February 29, which comes around only once in four years — the leap year. [SDJW staff]
Our Shtetl San Diego County: Leaping Into Marriage? Read More »
Holocaust, Israel, Lifestyles, Obituaries & memorials, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA
I always laugh when people say Orthodox relegate women to secondary roles. Not in Chabad, baby! It is just not the truth. The rebbetzin is the soul of the place and that is not unique to our house. The children are part of it too. They grow up in shul running around, and now, for us, our grandchildren do. [Donald H. Harrison]
Rabbi Yeruchem Eilfort Found His Home in Chasidism Read More »
California, Donald H. Harrison, Jewish Religion, Lifestyles, San Diego County, Staff and Bylined Contributors, USA, Yeruchem Eilfort-Rabbi
The Tifereth Israel Community Orchestra (TICO) celebrates its 50th anniversary this season. The orchestra started at the old Jewish Community Center on 54th Street and changed its name when it moved its home to the social hall of Tifereth Israel Synagogue, 6660 Cowles Mountain Blvd., San Diego. [SDJW staff]
Our Shtetl San Diego County: TICO Celebrates Its Golden Anniversary Read More »
Lifestyles, Music, Dance, and Visual Arts, San Diego Calendar, San Diego County, Science, Medicine, & Education, Staff and Bylined Contributors, The World We Share
Published by Chicago Tribune There is a lot to be angry about. Our political systems are dysfunctional and rife with hateful rhetoric. Headlines about multiple wars abroad are competing for our attention, while at home, we are fighting ideological wars for our basic rights or to protect our communities. A devastating pandemic is grinding through
Commentary: In a stressful world, let’s work on managing our anger in 2024 Read More »
Lifestyles, Nordot
As a Jewish family in San Diego, we believe that it is important to not only keep a happy, healthy home for our children, but also to provide for others who don’t necessarily have the same resources or representation. [Roger Kasendorf]
Philanthropy: Our Temporary Hardship Spurred Us to Help Others Read More »
Lifestyles, Philanthropy & Volunteerism, Press ReleaseSo, what is the New Year’s wisdom from my fig tree? Its seasonal variations remind me that change happens gradually; that nature takes patience and time to produce its fruits – its goals. The tree is not making a resolution to produce a certain number of figs. It cannot. It is unable to control how much water it receives, unforeseen weather patterns, or the quantity and sweetness of the figs it will eventually yield. [Shayna Kaufmann]
New Year’s Wisdom from My Fig Tree Read More »
Lifestyles, Shayna Kaufmann, Staff and Bylined Contributors