Tag Archives: minyan

Aligning the Planets

Posted on February 17, 2009 by Neil

I was returning from having a cup of coffee at the McDonald’s across the street when I encountered a white-haired elderly man who lived in my apartment building.  I didn’t remember his name, but I knew him from my youth … Continue reading →

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Man in the Mirror

Posted on October 2, 2005 by Neil

Every Friday night, a group of Jewish men meet in the apartment building I grew up in and greet the Sabbath.  Most of the men are older or find it difficult to travel to a temple.  Traditionally, you need ten … Continue reading →

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