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Reuven Chaim Klein

May 10, 2026, 12:59 AM

Iyyar is in the Air – ziv & iyyar

As the month of Iyyar comes to a close this week, I thought it would be appropriate to discuss the two names for “the second month” in the Jewish Calendar — Ziv and Iyyar. That month is very special...

Mar 21, 2026, 9:57 AM

Sam Sussman’s Boy from the North Country: What Happens After the Awards

Sam Sussman, author of ‘Boy From the North Country’

‘Boy From the North Country’ Join Author Sam Sussman in Conversation with Cantor Dan Singer Tickets | Stephen Wise Free Synagogue On March 26, the literary world will gather for the annual celebration of the Jewish Book Council and its...

Arnon Rubinstein

Mar 4, 2026, 2:25 PM

The book that wrote itself

Sitting in a coffee shop in London with my wife and sister, we were trying to translate one of the ruder Hebrew sayings in a way that will rhyme in English. The one about the elephant and the chicken. Following...

Reuven Chaim Klein

Aug 30, 2025, 11:37 PM

Rebellious and Drunk – zollel, sove, shicker

The Torah stipulates that an adolescent may only be eligible for the capital punishment due to a “rebellious son” (ben sorer u’moreh), if that young man is zollel and sove. The Mishnah (Sanhedrin 8:2) states that the rebellious son is only liable for...

Jul 4, 2025, 11:41 AM

From King David to Gaza: ‘Jewish Journeys: The First Temple Period’

The author/soldier with his latest book "Jewish Journeys, The First Temple Period" (Koren: 2025). Photo ©️ T. Book, 2025

In the heart of the tumultuous Gaza Strip, amidst the chaos and challenges of military life, this soldier scholar embarked on a remarkable journey of discovery and connection with my Jewish heritage. "Jewish Journeys: The First Temple Period," the...

Sep 10, 2024, 6:53 PM

Master Hebrew: Easy Reading for English Speakers

Ever wondered if Hebrew might be easier to read than English? It's a curious question that might draw surprising conclusions once you delve deeper. Despite its ancient origins, Hebrew has a unique feature that might just give it an edge. English is...

Sep 9, 2024, 11:31 PM

Decoding Hebrew Vowels and Mastering Fluency

Did you know that the ancient scrolls of the Torah don't contain any vowels? Unlike English, where vowels are explicitly represented as letters (A, E, I, O, U) and are fundamental to every word, traditional Hebrew texts consist solely of...

Aug 30, 2024, 11:36 PM

4 Reasons Why Learning Hebrew Can Change Your Life

Hebrew Guru Speak Hebrew in 18 Steps

Have you ever wondered about the beauty and depth of the Hebrew language? Whether you’re drawn to its rich history, cultural significance, or practical benefits, learning Hebrew can open doors to a whole new world. Growing up in Israel, the melodic rhythm...

Reuven Chaim Klein

Jun 29, 2024, 11:02 PM

All about Number One

When Korach rebelled against the authority of Moses and Aaron, he engaged in a classical mudslinging campaign that accused Moses of monetary impropriety and taking public funds for personal use. Moses defended himself to Hashem by saying, “I did...

Reuven Chaim Klein

Jun 15, 2024, 11:32 PM

In this week’s essay, we discuss various Hebrew words for “tying,” including keshirah, asirah, ketirah, tzror, kafut, and more. In doing so, we trace these words to their etymological forebears and investigate whether or not they are all truly synonymous. Let’s begin...

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