Thou Shalt Wear Appropriate Clothing? A Ten Commandments’ Tale

appropriate clothing is increasingly becoming a difficult societal issue.   there are religious christians, jews and muslims who believe in modesty.  while these groups may have a well defined “bright line,”  societies, as a whole. struggle with the concept.   this concept in societies with free expression are hand-cuffed to some extent.  fashion trends combined withContinue reading “Thou Shalt Wear Appropriate Clothing? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

God, Rabbis & Abortion: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

interpretation of the hebrew bible’s commandments are a source of controversy. there is a talmudic story which essentially addresses the issue god and rabbinical interpretation. the rabbis arguing over a legal point. in the debate, god comes down to give the answer. he is told by the rabbis that his view is not necessary asContinue reading “God, Rabbis & Abortion: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

Thou Shalt Know Your Role, A Cautionary Tale For Workers: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

toxic workplaces often occur when an employee breaks out of their job role. in the capacity of both employer and employee, i have seen it. handling labor cases, i have seen it. “when a company’s focus is on an employee with a lesser role, then there is trouble.” me roles are important in family, governmentContinue reading “Thou Shalt Know Your Role, A Cautionary Tale For Workers: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

The “Pelican Leak”? A Ten Commandments’ Tale

in 1993, mr. denzel washington and ms. julia roberts starred in the movie, “the pelican brief.” this john grisham thriller explored the assassination of a supreme court justice as a means to change the outcome of a future supreme court case. in the movie, it was an energy sector environmental case which put tremendous financialContinue reading “The “Pelican Leak”? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

A Much Needed Win: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

‘And that’s exactly what we are fighting to change.’  chesa boudin or the people who wanted him gone? occupational choice is important for one’s success in life.  the right choice can provide one wealth, fulfillment and accomplishment.  the bad choice can be a source of unhappiness. an individual’s wrong occupational choice can unfortunately impact society.  Continue reading “A Much Needed Win: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

Thou Shalt Not Clip & Paste Episode 2: A Ten Commandments’ Tale

another clip & paste-y event reportedly just happened.  like this blog’s first c & p episode, significant monetary gain was involved. dailymail.com before discussing this recent episode, i must confess.  i am a clip & paste-y person.  my composition, using various word processing programs, including wordpress, involves clipping reference materials for blog post ideas.  theseContinue reading “Thou Shalt Not Clip & Paste Episode 2: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”

The Capacity to Grow To Greatness: A Ten Commandments’ and Shavuot Tale

shavuot, the holiday celebrating the children of israel’s receipt of the torah,  would likely be celebrated differently today if not for moses’ great act of leadership.  greatness often requires growth as an individual.  a person on the first day of their job is much different than the person ten years later.  an individual’s willingness andContinue reading “The Capacity to Grow To Greatness: A Ten Commandments’ and Shavuot Tale”

The Book Of Walter Sobchak: A Ten Commandments’ Shavuot Tale

Three thousand years of beautiful tradition, from Moses to Sandy Koufax… walter sobchak for the shavuot holiday, the celebration of the children of israel receiving the torah at mt. sinai, the book of ruth is read. ruth’s tale is one of being a convert to judaism. she is celebrated for her commitment to her formerContinue reading “The Book Of Walter Sobchak: A Ten Commandments’ Shavuot Tale”

The Longest Exodus? A Ten Commandments’ Tale

waiting is the hardest part tom petty in 1984, across the united states, synagogue members were invited to an emergency meetings. i recall being at one. we were told of a unique opportunity to get the beta israel jews out of ethiopia and take them to israel. thus, donations were solicited and contributed to whatContinue reading “The Longest Exodus? A Ten Commandments’ Tale”