Rabbi Raymond Apple

Q. Do Jews take astrology seriously?

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Ask the rabbi. A. Many cultures think a person’s destiny is determined to some extent by the stars and planets. Ancient...

Matchmaker, matchmaker, find me a match

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Q. Why is a matchmaker called a "shadchan”?   Ask the rabbi. A. The term derives from a word which...

Ask the rabbi: Orthodoxy & Reform

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Q. Why doesn’t orthodoxy accept the Reform movement is a valid option in Judaism? A. It never happened that every...

Doing good deeds or praying – which is more important?

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Ask the rabbi. PRAYER VS. GOOD DEEDS Q. Aren’t good deeds more important than praying? A. Both are needed. Praying keeps us...

Any problem for a Jew wishing a Christian “Merry Xmas”?

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Ask the rabbi. JEWISH XMAS GREETINGS? Q. Would Judaism have any issue with Jews saying “Merry Xmas” to non-Jewish acquaintances? A. Some...

How many light are kindled during Chanukah?

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Ask the rabbi. HOW MANY LIGHTS ARE KINDLED DURING CHANUKAH? Apart from the shammash, 36 lights are kindled during Chanukah. The number...
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The Miracle of Chanukah

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Chanukah is colourful, exciting and popular, ranking with Purim in carnival spirit. Every type of talent is part of...

To 120!!! What does it mean?

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Ask the rabbi. Q. Why do Jews wish each other "To 120!"? A. The greeting is based on the final chapter...

Do you believe in using modern language in Bible translations?

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Ask the rabbi. ARCHAISMS IN TRANSLATIONS Q. Do you believe in using modern language in Bible and Siddur translations? A. My mind...

Any problem in holding concerts in a Shule?

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Ask the rabbi. THE LORD’S PRAYER Q. I was at a non-denominational service where the Lord’s Prayer was recited. I was...

Why are Jews supposed to pray three times a day?

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Ask the rabbi. IMMEDIATE BURIAL Q. Why do Jewish funerals take place so soon after the person has died? Wouldn’t it...

Does Judaism have a problem with people being ambitious?

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Ask the rabbi. Q. Does Judaism have a problem with people being ambitious? A. Alan Marshall, an Australian author who overcame...