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Purim — The Joy of Life Megillas Esther “The Jews had light and gladness, and joy and honor.” — Esther 8:16 “Rav Yehudah said: Light refers to Torah, gladness refers to holiday, joy refers to circumcision, and honor refers to tefillin.” — Megillah 16b In the eighth year of Achashverosh’s rule, on the thirteenth of Adar, every Jewish man, woman and child was to be slaughtered. Young or old, wealthy or poor, they were counted as one, and on that fateful day, the Jewish people would cease to be. According to the ways of the world and according to the natural course of events, that is what should have happened. But it didn’t. In the greatest reversal of fortune, the tables were turned and the Jews were saved. In a heartbeat, they went from death to life, from despondency to hope, from being sheep led to the slaughter to having Mordechai HaTzaddik paraded through the streets of Shushan. The people had lived through an astonishing miracle, and they experienced great joy. “And the Jews of Shushan were jubilant and celebrated.” Yet, when the Gemara describes their elation, it seems to leave out the issue of life and death. Where the Megillah says, “The Jews had light and gladness, and joy and honor,” Chazal interpret it to mean, “The Jews had Torah, yom tov, milah and tefillin,” as if to say that the reason the Jews were celebrating was because they again had the opportunity to do these mitzvos. The issue of their being granted their lives doesn’t seem to weigh into the equation. It seems that the Gemara is
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saying that their entire celebration and their source of joy was that they were now once again able to perform these mitzvos. This is very difficult to understand. Granted, these might be additional reasons to celebrate, but isn’t life a much greater reason? They were going to die, and HASHEM saved them. Isn’t that the greatest cause for celebration and giving thanks to HASHEM? (Rashi makes this question even more difficult by adding his comment that Haman decreed against all of these mitzvos. But this is not true. Haman’s decree wasn’t against the keeping of religion at all. It was quite simply death to the Jews. There was no mention of mitzvos whatsoever. What does Rashi mean that Haman decreed against these mitzvos?) To understand this, let’s fast forward to a modern day, rags to riches story.
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Born in 1934, Sheldon Adelson was the son of Ukrainian immigrants. His father drove a taxi, and his mother ran a knitting shop. He grew up in one of the poorest sections of Boston. But even as a young boy, he showed great ambition, first selling newspapers on the street corner, and then running his first business at the age of twelve. He went on to build over fifty businesses, eventually owning the Venetian Sands Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. He became a very wealthy man. A funny thing, however, happened to Sheldon Adelson in 2003 when he took the Sands Corporation public. The stock To advertise, call 718-513-9885
skyrocketed, and his assets went from 1.4 billion dollars to 20 billion dollars in a year and a half. Forbes Magazine estimates that during this time, his wealth increased at a rate of one million dollars per hour. A million dollars an hour is a tidy sum of money. To illustrate what that means, imagine that during this time, he sat down to a nice leisurely lunch. When he got up and walked away, he was a million dollars richer. Or if he went for a dip in the pool, by the time he had dried his hair, he was seven hundred and fifty thousand dollars wealthier. If he took a nice Shabbos nap, by the time he woke up, another three million dollars were in his coffers. Extremely wealthy people describe getting rich as exhilarating — almost intoxicating. “It is one of the most pleasurable experiences on the planet.” It seems that having wealth is nowhere near as much fun as acquiring it. And here this man was gaining wealth at a dizzying pace. It is difficult to imagine the sense of excitement he must have felt. Wow!!! Life is awesome. More and more! This is indescribably great!
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This seems to be the answer to the Gemara. When the Jews of Shushan were saved, they saw HASHEM taking care of them, orchestrating events, running the world. They saw behind the veil of physicality and recognized their Creator. But more than just seeing HASHEM, this experience changed their understanding of life. Someone who has had a near death experience is a changed man. His interests
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change. His value system changes. The pursuits that once gripped him lose their hold. Because he tasted death, he looks at life differently. And he questions. Why is life so precious? What is the tragedy of death? We all die anyway. Sooner. Later. What difference does it make? And the real answer is — no difference. Generations come; generations go. They seem so important at the time, and then they pass as if they never were, like dust in the wind. And really nothing matters — until you understand the purpose of life. Once you understand that HASHEM created us to grow, that HASHEM put us in this world to shape ourselves into what we will be for eternity, then you understand the value of life. Life is valuable because it is time — time to grow, time to accomplish, time given as the chance to acquire your World to Come. Once you understand that, you understand life, and then you understand the tragedy of death. Death is dreadful because it robs a person of that chance to grow. Rav Matisyahu Salomon, shlita, the Lakewood mashgiach, explained that this is what Rashi is telling us. When the Jews of Shushan celebrated, it was because they had reached a different understanding of life. A moment earlier, death was upon them. Yet, suddenly, inexplicably, it all turned around. As a result, they were a changed people. They no longer valued the things they once did; they viewed life from a dramatically different vantage point. And because it was so sudden and the change so complete, it catapulted them to a level of understanding that was unprecedented. It was all clear. And, they felt tremendous joy — but joy for a reason, happiness for a cause. They understood the reason that HASHEM put them on this planet. They recognized the extraordinary wealth they could acquire with one mitzvah. And this is what brought them happiness. This concept should be very relevant to us, as we, too, should be happy beyond description. Every moment of life is an opportunity to acquire wealth of unimaginable proportions — far more than a million dollars an hour. One word of Torah learning is a jewel that will last forever. Putting on tefillin once is an eternal treasure far more valuable than anything found in this world. When a person understands this, his perspective changes. He understands the great opportunity that HASHEM has given him: a chance to acquire eternity. He will be filled with happiness and joy, and he will take on life with a passion.
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I am single, and no I am not looking for a “shidduch”.
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and I am sick of eating chicken fingers. I want steak. Cook for Single People When they leave your home, force the leftover chicken on them. They will thank you when you make a scene of it. Wacky Mac stops to taste good after three straight years of cheesy macaroni wheels for dinner. Do not feel bad. I have mastered the use of the microwave. Help Single Guys Present Themselves Clean their home and wash their clothes. You must do it for them. That is the only way to get rid of single guy smell. Teach Single Guys How to Dress We get used to comfort. Comfort has killed any chance I ever had to get married. For years, I have been walking around with my shirt untucked and pants that fit. I had no idea that my clothes are supposed to be extremely tight and hindering. I had no idea that women are attracted to guys that are always uncomfortable. Don’t Look at Us Awkwardly
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I know it can be hard to look at somebody who is well into their forties that has never been married, without shock. Try to hide the wonderment. Staring at me with a sympathetic shocked look of sadness doesn’t help me while I am trying to enjoy the family event, still sitting at the kids table. Shidduch Methods Without Setting Us Up You are going to try to set us up. You can’t help it. So here are some other methods you can use to help these people find their special someone. Shabbat Meal Much better than the shidduch. This is where you invite two single people to the meal who don’t know that they are supposed to meet even though everyone else does. Then, you stare at them and smile all dinner. If you glare at the two of them enough, they will realize that you invited them to meet each other. If they don’t catch on, you can hint with a ‘pass him some potatoes. I think he likes
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Disclosing Medical Conditions in Dating I have a chronic illness. My friends believe I’m a wonderful catch but I am afraid I’ll be viewed as “damaged goods”. Dear Sherry and Rosie, I am a 30-year-old woman who two years ago went from having no health issues to having a serious, chronic illness. I have battled to a place that is now stable and I am hoping to start dating. My friends and family are convinced that I have wonderful things to offer a man, but I am afraid I will be viewed as “damaged goods”. Finding a good husband is hard enough when you’re at your best, but I am not what I once was. How can I compete with other young, healthy women in this crazy dating world? What if, like another friend of mine, I fall for someone only for him to leave when I disclose my health? How do I regain my confidence and move forward with my uncertain future? Sincerely, Rebecca
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them to help you network. Your friends can also be a good source of emotional support if you sometimes feel discouraged about how your dating is going. One more factor that will help you is your understanding that your medical condition will be a factor in your dating career, and that some of the men you date will not be willing to continue once they learn about your situation. Fortunately, this won’t be true for all men. We personally know people who decided to continue dating after they learned about the other person’s serious illness (including multiple sclerosis, cancer, diabetes, depression, fibromyalgia, progressive visual impairment, and Crohn’s Disease), and many of these couples went on to marry. It can help to view your situation from the perspective of, “I’m looking for one man - who’s right for me and can accept who I am,” instead of “I have to compete in the dating pool with all of these other women, many of whom are healthier (or richer/smarter/
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thinner) than me.” When you and your friends network, don’t disclose your medical condition. If only a small number of people know about your illness and prognosis, keep it that way. Collaborate with the people who are helping your search on how they can describe you to potential dates and to anyone who might know a potential date. One way to start is: “I want to help a friend of mine find the right guy to marry - she’s an amazing person and I’m hoping you might know a good man to set her up with.” In the next two or three sentences, your friend can mention what you’re doing in life, four of your best qualities, and four things you’re looking for in a marriage partner. That can open up the door for further discussion. If a number of people outside of your close circle of friends and family do know that you were ill, let your networkers know how you would like them to answer questions they may be asked. The answers should be positive, honest, and brief. For example, “Yes, she had medical treatment and worked hard to be where she is today - stable, strong, and looking forward to living a healthy life.” Of course, you will have to let the men you’re dating know about your situation. Jewish law tells us that this is important information for a potential spouse to have, and is one of the many factors a dater will take into consideration when deciding whether to marry a particular person. A dating partner’s ability to listen to and process your information may depend on when, how, and what you say, so it’s important to plan your disclosure carefully. Many people consult with a rabbi who is accustomed to giving advice on healthrelated issues to find out when they should bring up their medical conditions. While we can’t substitute our understanding with that of an authority on Jewish law, we know that many daters are told to wait until they’ve had a certain number of dates, but before they developed a
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Is Your Marriage the Top Priority? by Emuna Braverman
Why do we have a tough time putting our husbands first?
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primary goal or just one of many? Let’s put aside for a moment the more basic issue that a relationship with Hashem is our ultimate and most essential of goals. The Almighty has given us many paths to achieving that. Is our marriage a primary one? I would argue yes, that the opportunity to grow and give and learn about connection is most present and simultaneously most challenging in our marriages. It’s not hard to give to our children (usually, if we’re not too exhausted…); they are children after all (no matter their age!). But our husbands are adults, peers so to speak. It’s harder to give when you think they could do it themselves. It’s harder to give when the need is less apparent. It’s harder to give when the dependence seems confusing. It’s harder to give to another adult, especially one who should know for himself where the bowls, spoons, cereal and milk are! Before we can talk about how to put our husbands first, we really need to decide if that’s how we look at our
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Asian Glazed Corned Beef Meat Yield 8 servings Talk about a crowd pleaser! I served this corned beef at a large family gathering, and I was surprised – and definitely pleased – to see that everyone, even the pickiest kids, were enjoying this meat – and for good reason! The sweet Asian flavors in the glaze are a fantastic pairing for the tangy pickled flavors of the beef, making a dish that had everyone reaching for seconds. 1 (3-4 pound) pickled brisket, preferably seccond cut Glaze ¾ cup teriyaki sauce 2 Tablespoons soy sauce 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar 2 Tablespoons honey ¼ cup brown sugar ½ inch fresh ginger, minced, OR 2 cubes frozen ginger 4 cloves garlic, minced Preheat oven to 350°F. Place meat in its bag of pickling liquid into a 9x13inch (or larger, if needed) pan. Add water to the pan until the meat is covered. Cover pan tightly with foil; bake for 3 hours, until meat is tender. Drain water from the pan and set meat aside until cool enough to handle. Meanwhile, prepare the glaze: Add glaze ingredients to a small bowl; whisk to combine. Remove meat from bag; drain all liquid. Return to pan; pour half the glaze over meat. Bake, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Remove from oven; pour remaining glaze over meat. Bake for an additional 15 minutes. To serve, slice meat and spoon glaze/sauce over it. Variation The method of baking the corned beef in its liquid was taught to me by Mr. David Asovski, a master butcher and meat expert, as a way of preserving the pickled flavor of the meat. If you prefer a less-pickled flavor, remove meat from the pickling liquid; place meat into a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cook for about three hours, until tender, then continue with Step 3. Plan Ahead: Meat can be frozen in an airtight container. Reheat, covered, until heated through. For best results, freeze after Step 2. Defrost, glaze, and bake fresh. To advertise, call 718-513-9885
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Tomato Roasted Potato Wedges Pareve Yield 6-8 servings The tomato coating gives these potatoes a ton of flavor and a really unique caramelization on the outside. As a bonus, they’re easy to make and kid friendly! 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste 1½ teaspoons kosher salt 1 teaspoon dried oregano ¼ teaspoon black pepper 2 cloves garlic, minced, OR 2 frozen garlic cubes ¼ cup olive oil 5 Idaho potatoes, cut into wedges Preheat oven to 400°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together tomato paste, salt, oregano, pepper, garlic, and olive oil until smooth. Add potato wedges; toss to coat in the tomato mixture. Arrange potatoes in a single layer on prepared baking sheets. Bake for 50-60 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the insides are soft and the outsides are crispy and caramelized. Plan Ahead: These potatoes can be prepared up to two days ahead of time. Reheat, uncovered, in a single layer, until warmed through.
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Savory Spinach and Cheese Pancakes Dairy Yield 18 pancakes While I generally think of cheese pancakes being a sweet treat, I decided to turn them savory for a low-carb dinner. You can serve these as an appetizer for a dairy meal, on Chanukah as an alternative to potatoes, or simply for a dairy weeknight dinner when you don’t want to serve pasta. 1 pound frozen spinach, defrosted and liquid squeezed out 1 pound ricotta cheese 1 clove garlic, minced 6 eggs 2 Tablespoons flour 1½ teaspoons kosher salt ½ teaspoon black pepper ½ teaspoon dried basil ¼ teaspoon nutmeg oil, for frying warm marinara sauce,for serving (see Note)
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Place spinach, cheese, eggs, garlic, flour, salt, pepper, basil, and nutmeg into a large bowl. Mix well until combined and smooth. Heat about ¼-inch oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Drop about ¼ cups of mixture into hot oil, pressing down to flatten into patties. Fry for 2-4 minutes per side, until the outside is browned and crispy. Serve hot, with marinara sauce. Note: You can use store-bought marinara sauce or prepare the homemade version on page 295. Plan Ahead: Pancakes can be made a day or two ahead of time. Rewarm, uncovered, in a single layer in the oven at 350°F until heated through.
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Chocolate Funnel Cakes Dairy or Pareve Yield 20 small funnel cakes Funnel cakes are traditionally carnival or amusement park food, but with some pretty garnishes, you can elevate these tasty treats into a party-worthy dish. They get their name from the authentic way of making them: dropping the batter into hot oil using a funnel. This chocolate variety is somewhere between chocolate cake and funnel cake, with each little strand giving you an incredible crunch. 2½ cups flour ½ cup cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 2 Tablespoons sugar ¹⁄ cup brown sugar pinch kosher salt 3 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups milk OR soy milk oil, for frying powdered sugar, for dusting Optional Garnishes ice cream Mixed Berry Sauce (page 297) fresh fruit melted chocolate or chocolate shavings
Add eggs, vanilla, and milk. Stir until combined and smooth. Place batter into a piping bag or a ziplock bag with a corner snipped off. Heat about ½-inch oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Test if oil is hot enough by squeezing in a small amount of batter. When oil hot enough, the batter should rise right to the top. Squeeze the batter into the hot oil, squeezing back and forth, making a freeform web-like pattern (see photo). Fry for about ½-1 minute, until bubbles form on the top. Flip; fry for an additional 30 seconds, then remove to paper towel to drain. Sprinkle powdered sugar over the funnel cakes, then top with desired garnishes, optional. Serve hot.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, sugars, and salt until combined.
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