Shira Lichtman

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Nov 6, 2014, 3:35 PM

I’m proud to be in Jerusalem

Terrorism doesn't stop me from going about my daily life. While roaming the streets of Jerusalem today, I found myself singing the following song to the tune of "God Bless the USA." Today terrorism is alive, filled with anger and...

Aug 5, 2014, 8:29 PM

A blinding redemption

What does it even mean to want the Beit Hamikdash rebuilt? I mean seriously, how badly do we yearn for this specifically structured golden temple to be erected in the Old City of Jerusalem and for certain elite Jews...

May 4, 2014, 9:49 AM

Israel, a pulsating heart

'It is clear that God is here. He is protecting me. He is guiding me. I can relate to Him directly.'

Apr 25, 2014, 10:35 AM

Contradictions in Poland

It was cold and dreary when we landed in Warsaw. I was nervous and didn't know what to expect. Would I really be able to survive six full days of an intense physically and emotionally draining program, I wondered....

Apr 14, 2014, 3:27 PM

Counting up the countdown

Counting What Counts: On the eve of the first night of Pesach, as we munch on macaroons, we begin our annual countdown to Shavuot. Why do we start on Pesach? Why don’t we just begin to count one week before...

Mar 30, 2014, 8:50 PM

Beautiful boys preparing for Pesach

Encountering the seasonal phenomenon of Passover-induced disruptions in traditional shopping patterns

Mar 14, 2014, 2:22 PM

Serve Hashem with humor in your pocket

Purim is here, come on let's cheer. Put on your costume and funny wig. Distribute mishlochei manot to all your friends and eat haman-tashen that are yummy and big. Purim is a holiday of doing good deeds. We learn to do that from Esther...

Mar 4, 2014, 4:17 PM

Seven proofs that you are amazing!

In response to this. (To appreciate the contrast, I recommend you read both articles side-by-side.) Seven proofs that you are amazing! Yeah that’s right; you heard me… I’m talking to you… I’m reaching out by extending my hand. I’m looking you in the...

Feb 26, 2014, 12:15 PM

Are you a black or white woman?!

Dear R, From the moment I started posting articles on women's issues on my Facebook wall, you've been texting and calling me nonstop. When I wrote my piece on the subject you begged me to reveal MY opinion and where I...

Feb 24, 2014, 9:38 AM

The Book of Esther: A self-help guide

In addition to relating a tale, the Book of Esther serves as a self-help guide to personal growth. Through analysis of the text, one will detect five key components in overcoming any personal struggle. The root כ.ת.ב, writing, repeats...

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About Me

Shira Lichtman is Israeli, contrary to common misconception; She grew up in Beit Shemesh with her parents and seven younger siblings; She works for the secret services and therefore cannot disclose any further information regarding her current occupation and mysterious future plans, which are so secret that even she doesn't know them ;-)