the movie, with certain issues, may be offensive to some. for others, it may not be to their liking. with an open mind, however, this movie is all about family. it is a wonderful tale about how family members have the capability to make a difference and find happiness. to do so, however, they haveContinue reading “When You Are Down On Yourself, There is Always Family: A Movie Recommendation”
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The Life and Tragedy of Ee Ee Lee: Are Some Asian Lives More Equal Than Others? Welcome Back to the “Animal Farm”: Part VII of the Series
george orwell, in his classic novel “animal farm,” has the famous line “all animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others.” this statement has always troubling and true with respect to humanity. while we are all god’s creation, certain individuals, for certain reasons, are given more importance than others. as we seeContinue reading “The Life and Tragedy of Ee Ee Lee: Are Some Asian Lives More Equal Than Others? Welcome Back to the “Animal Farm”: Part VII of the Series”
Thou Shalt Not “Dine and Dash”: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
perhaps, due his delivering of manna from heaven prior to the epic mt. sinai moment, at the time that he laid out the ten commandments, he wasn’t thinking too much about restaurants. thus, did god forget to add the 11th commandment: “though shalt not dine and dash?” for those unfamiliar, “dine and dash” happens whenContinue reading “Thou Shalt Not “Dine and Dash”: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Hear O’ Minor: “Listen”
in the torah. god makes a big point about people listening. one of torah’s most important sentences begins “hear o’ israel.” deuteronomy 6:4. it is the pronouncement of the one god and is known as the “shema.” through jewish religious services, it is repeated many times. perhaps, it is because god knows that humanity hasContinue reading “Hear O’ Minor: “Listen””
The People vs. Harry Potter: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
in the united states, there is a trend to try decriminalize or legalize street drugs. advocates point to the fact that these individuals often commit crimes in order to obtain funds to purchase the drugs and, that if the drugs were legal, the costs would be more manageable. advocates also point to the fact thatContinue reading “The People vs. Harry Potter: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
The State of California’s Unofficial Jewish Ethnic Studies Program: Session II: A Ten Commandments’ Project
rituals can define an ethnic group. this session with discuss the notion of ritual, the origins of rituals, and how a ritual can shape an ethnic community. per merriam webster, a ritual is defined by “the established form for a ceremony or an act.” the jewish people were founded upon ritual. the first central ritualContinue reading “The State of California’s Unofficial Jewish Ethnic Studies Program: Session II: A Ten Commandments’ Project”
Honoring Your Mother and Father In A Song: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
“if I could get another chance another walk, another dance with him i’d play a song that would never ever end” “dance with my father” luther vandross, richard marx everyone’s childhood is different. not everyone has an idyllic childhood or parent-child relationship. things happen. mr. luther vandross’ childhood hit a rough spot when, at theContinue reading “Honoring Your Mother and Father In A Song: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Ms. Ee Lee’s Life and Tragedy: A Mother of Biblical Proportion: Part VI of the Series
the torah’s brillance is that it presents the reader morally challenging stories for discussion and debate. for example, abraham’s binding of isaac always evokes strong opinions. was abraham right or wrong when he attempted to sacrifice his son at god’s request? in the end, we can become better people by engaging in these discussions. theContinue reading “Ms. Ee Lee’s Life and Tragedy: A Mother of Biblical Proportion: Part VI of the Series”
Sorry Disney, There Is No Mickey Moses: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
often non-jewish people wish to share holiday greetings with jewish people. we appreciate it! likewise, i am more than happy to share holidays greetings for others as well. i enjoy wishing people “merry christmas” etc. these greetings and interactions, at times, can be humorous. for instance, pronouncing the holiday hannukah is often a challenge. justContinue reading “Sorry Disney, There Is No Mickey Moses: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Critical God Theory: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
“sometimes i lay under the moon and thank god i’m breathin’then i pray, “don’t take me soon ’cause i am here for a reason.”” matisyahu, one day arguably, the torah’s most important exchange occurs when moses is tasked by god to free the hebrew slaves. at this point, moses expresses doubt he is up forContinue reading “Critical God Theory: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
The Ten Commandments Project 