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Harmless gossip?…asks Rabbi Michoel Gourarie

In this week’s Torah Portion we learn about the transgression of gossip (Lashon Horah) which is considered a serious transgression.

The Wick…writes Rabbi Michoel Gourarie

Electric lights are not kosher for Chanukah

The individual and the whole

Rabbi Michoel Gourarie writes on mutual respect

Whose Side Are You On?…asks Rabbi Michoel Gourarie

Question: I have a jealousy problem. I am envious of anyone that succeeds more than me or has more than I do. It makes me miserable but I just can't get rid of this emotion. What can I do to feel differently?

It’s the chocolate not the drink…writes Rabbi Michoel Gourarie

Currently in Australia there is a discussion on alcohol related violence, which has recently become more of a problem. One suggestion is to raise the legal age of drinking. The other strategy is to increase mandatory sentencing for violence that is a consequence of being intoxicated.

Growing from Difference…writes Rabbi Michoel Gourarie

Question: I recently married someone who I thought was just like me. We are similar in so many ways. But with time I have begun to notice significant differences in various areas. Some of these newly discovered dissimilarities I actually dislike. I am afraid of how this might develop in the future and of the potential damage to the relationship. Any thoughts?

Why worry?…asks Rabbi Michoel Gourarie

Question: I worry a lot. I am anxious about losing my job, I constantly think about the health of my family and am always scared about saying or doing something that will embarrass myself. How can I put a stop to this?

Different but one

Central to the design of creation is that everyone is different...writes Rabbi Michoel Gourarie.

When Sun Meets Moon – Your weekly feature from Rabbi Gourarie

Most nations use one of two calendar systems. Many cultures have a solar calendar with a year of 365 days. Others, such as Muslims, use a system based entirely on lunar months that last an average of 30 days.

We Can Do It Too

Rabbi Michoel Gourarie writes on the inner strength of the 33 Chilean miners and those who rescued them last week...and invites you to find your inner power.