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Mar 7, 2015, 1:48 AM
Time to take the mask off
On Purim, it is always interesting to ponder the famous question of how the holiday became a Masquerade party. Why is it customary to dress up and disguise ourselves on Purim? In truth, Purim is a holiday of intrigue and disguise. King Achashverosh (Xerxes)...
Mar 20, 2014, 5:01 PM
Five leaders for future Judaism
Judaism can be rich, meaningful and life-changing when understood properly. Many of us often seek examples of leadership in the Jewish world. Here are 5 powerful leaders who will continue to shape Judaism through their books and personalities and...
Mar 7, 2014, 8:04 PM
Judge for yourself!
People refer to our generation as directionless, pleasure-seeking and yoke breaking. In jest, some may connect our generation with the statement in the book of Judges which implies a lack of accountability. “In those days, there was no king in...
Jan 20, 2014, 10:22 PM
A common vision of Peace
Mankind has waited long to see the prophetic visions of peace actualized. We constantly envision the need for global peace, conventional brotherhood and existential meaning. Today commemorates the day Martin Luther King marched in Washington in the name of...
Jan 19, 2014, 9:50 PM
“Steinsaltz vs. Boteach”
Recently, an article came out titled “Who will be our rabbis?” By Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz. It was very impressive to read his unusual stance and his non-acceptance of Rabbis who are not a source of comfort for their people....
Dec 13, 2013, 3:32 AM
“Don’t bury me in Egypt”
  On reaching Parshat “Vayechi” one can be struck with a sense of melancholy and a strong feeling that our sojourn in this world is temporal and insignificant. Our strong Father Yakov Avinu reaches his final days on earth. Knowing...
Dec 11, 2013, 6:58 PM
The obstruction of soul searching
The problem of Jewish outreach systems today
Have you ever met a Jewish anti-Semite? it may sound weird, but its quite an often occurrence. They come in all sects stripes, colors, and hats. I'm referring to those who bring Jews closer to Torah or the outreach worker...
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About Me
Rabbi Gershom Francis. A Doctoral Student of Clinical Psychology and an influential Judaic Studies instructor for over a decade. Over the years Rabbi Francis has become known for his profound knowledge of Jewish Mysticism and Psychology.