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(Re: The Chimes of Summer Time, Issue 004)
Dassi Levi’s collection of childhood songs was a fantastic trip down memory lane. She asked if readers know the end of the song that begins, “In came a teacher with a big fat stick…” Here’s how we sang it growing up:
In came a teacher with a big fat stick
I wonder what I got on arithmetic
One plus one is two, two plus two is four
Now it’s time for spelling
Spell cat, C-A-T, spell dog, D-O-G
Now it’s time for history
George Washington never told a lie
So he ran around the cooooorner
And he stole a cherry pie
How many cherries were in the pie?
Close your eyes and you will see One… two… three…
The song continued until the close-eyed jumper got “out.” This was great fun! Keep singing!
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(Re: POV, Issue 003)
Your POV question in the Shavuos issue was, “What’s something you do for your husband or son to help them stay up Shavuos night?” The responses were really beautiful, but I would’ve loved to see, “What is something you do to make Shavuos meaningful for yourself ?”
Shavuos is not a Yom Tov just for the men. We stood together at Har Sinai — men, women and children — and received the Torah as one. Let’s not get lost in the cheesecakes, which while still beautiful and even derhoiben, is not what Shavuos is all about.
I didn’t really tap into the full holiness of Shavuos before I began to go to shul for at least Hallel, Akdamus and the Aseres Hadibros. The men participate in these intense tefillos after a full night of learning. I wonder if enough women are making it a priority to attend at least a portion of these inspiring tefillos. It feels almost like Yom Kippur in shul, but if you don’t attend, it’s easy to associate this Yom Tov with just white frilly dresses and beautifully set tables. Thank you so much for allowing me to share my thoughts.
P.S. I know that many women who grab a few minutes to go to shul on Yom Tov are on a very tight schedule with babysitting arrangements and food preparation, but somehow I wonder if they realize that when they rush out right after Akdamus, they are leaving right before the climax of the Yom Tov davening : the reading of the Aseres Hadibros! Akdamus is a very beauti-
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I’m writing this letter out of concern over parents not teaching their children to respect their elders. Over Lag Ba’moer, this matter bothered me immensely.
At one fire I visited, there were a few chairs set up. I’m not young in years, so after a while of standing and watching the men and boys dance, I sat down on an empty chair. As soon as I did, a mother came over to me and said, “I prepared these chairs for my children, so when they come back, please get up.” I obviously got up before her children returned, but what kind of chinuch is this?! How could a parent tell a woman to get up for her children?
The next day, on Friday, I was at a community event, and there were lots of chairs set up. The weather was stuffy and rainy, and I, of course, went to find a chair for myself. When I found a chair, a little girl’s hand was on it. I asked her to please move her hand so I could sit down, and she said, “I’m saving the seat for my sister.”
that it’s her child’s seat, and the child got up for a few minutes, so when she returned, I should get up.
Where is the chinuch of respecting our elders and letting them sit before the children? These incidents were appalling. Dear parents, please do better.
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IT’S HARD TO SAY GOODBYE
Dear Mommies,
I’m sure you’re all really busy this time of year, sending kids off to camp, preparing for day camp, or getting ready to head upstate. Well, I have one more thing to add to your ever-growing list.
This year, as a playgroup teacher, I invested time, energy and loving patience in helping your toddler grow. I helped your child adjust to being away from home (many of them for the first time), played together with them, helped them develop skills, comforted them over with boo-boos, helped with toilet training and so much more. On the last day of school, our hearts are cut into twelve pieces as our little charges are loaded onto their vans and sent home. When will we get to see them again?
I then proceeded to find another spot to sit on. When I found one and sat down, a mother sitting near it told me
It’s such a cold way to end a beautiful year. We know everyone is super busy, but if you’d take a couple of minutes to personally pick up your toddler from school on the last day (or one of the last days) and properly tell your child’s teacher goodbye, it would be so meaningful.
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HOW DO YOU DEAL WITH HOMESICKNESS IN YOUR CHILDREN?
When they go to camp, I send family pictures for them to look at when they need to. I also send them letters with updates about the family’s daily life. I feel that if they have information on things they feel they’re missing out on, it makes it easier for them.
I’m still trying to figure out how to deal with my own homesickness!
I was the homesick child who always ran home or gave a hard time to my hostesses. I can therefore understand the homesick child. Depending on why I need to have them stay someplace, I would bribe them with something they very much want.
I send them Shabbos food to camp to give them a taste of home.
Using appropriate words, you can communicate that experiencing homesickness is healthy and normal. You can also explain and describe the feelings in detail so that when the feeling arises, they will be able to identify it and deal with it. Many tools are available to help manage these feelings as they occur, and you can share some skills with your kids beforehand. However, knowing in advance that their feelings are normal, and being able to relate to them as they occur, provides a significant source of support.
Listen to them and hear them out without offering cop-out solutions.
One of my friends told me that she gave her daughter her own pillowcase to take along to camp. Another cute idea is one that I once did: I inflated a beach ball and had all of my kids write a message in a different section. Then I deflated it, and mailed it to my daughter in camp.
Nothing cures homesickness, but in my daughter’s case, it’s getting easier as she gets older. My daughter knows she can call me on the phone if she needs to, and I’ve also given her an envelope with pictures of hugs and kisses to take out when she feels homesick. Her being homesick doesn’t mean she doesn’t want to be where she is, but just that she misses her mommy.
Teaching them deep breathing techniques, preparing them ahead of time with imagery for when they feel homesick but can’t call home, and teaching them how to validate the feeling of homesickness on their own to help it subside. Next question:
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A Tale of Horses
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The Torah states, “Vayehi ha’am k’misonenim, ra b’einei Hashem” ( Bamidbar 11:1).
The pasuk does not state what exactly the sin of the misonenim was, and the meforshim all try to explain: What was the sin that Klal Yisroel did that was so despised by Hashem?
TO HIS FAMILY MEMBERS, it wasn’t an unusual sight. The venerated Reb Nochum of Chernobyl, the Meor Einayim, zy”a, came out of his room and strolled through the house. He went out to the courtyard, walked to the beis medrash, and came back again. It was the tzaddik’s way of checking on his children and grandchildren — big and small — to observe them up close and see how they were faring.
This afternoon, the Rebbe noted that his grandson, young Yochanan, later famous as the great Reb Yochanan of Rachmastrivka, zt”l, was not around. It wasn’t until then that other members of the household noticed Yochanan’s absence. They looked for him in every room, and outside as well, but he was nowhere to be found. Strange! Where could a little boy go on his own in the middle of the day? They began to fret.
But the Rebbe reassured them. “There’s no need to worry. The Shechinah is watching over Yochanan, and he’ll surely return home soon.”
Just as the Rebbe had predicted, a short while later, the boy walked into the house as if nothing had happened, without realizing the anxiety his absence had generated.
The gabbai told him to go to the room of his venerated zeide, who was waiting for him.
The Rebbe was happy to see him. “Zug nur, tzaddik’l, where have you been?”
The boy replied that earlier that day, he had overheard some of the older talmidim speaking, and they were discussing the fact that Eliyahu Hanavi was visiting the marketplace in Chernobyl. “I wanted to see Eliyahu, so I ran over to the fair!”
“Nu,” the Rebbe prodded, a broad smile on his face. “Did you find Eliyahu Hanavi?”
“No,” Yochanan replied, in all honesty. “I didn’t meet him.”
“If so, why did you stay so long in the marketplace? Why didn’t you come home right away?”
The boy responded in a humble display of sharpness. “I learned a lesson in avodas Hashem there. That’s why I delayed.”
What could a young child learn at the fair, of all places, amid the hustle and bustle of buyers and merchants, stalls and merchandise, noise and action? What lessons for life had his young grandson picked up?
Yochanan was happy to share the wisdom.
“As I walked through the stands and booths in search of Eliyahu Hanavi, I chanced upon the horse sale corner at the fair. I saw many people coming to buy horses. Every buyer was hoping for a nice, strong horse that would serve him well.
“I noticed that each man would examine not only the looks of each horse, but also how healthy and sturdy it seemed. Then, when the buyer found one that seemed suitable, he’d ask to take the steed on a little ride. There was a fenced in enclosure especially for this, and the potential buyer would jump onto the horse and take the test trip.
“I noticed,” Yochanan said, “that the natures of the horses varied. Some horses immediately surrendered, comfortably allowing the riders to prod them around the enclosure. They followed instructions and obediently trotted according to the pace demanded of them. These horses were immediately
As I walked through the stands and booths in search of Eliyahu Hanavi, I chanced upon the horse sale corner at the fair
One who complains about his lot, and resists his fate, and is always trying to escape that which is destined for him, will never find peace in this world!
snatched up and purchased. Buyers were ready to pay a nice price for such an obliging, disciplined horse.
“But then there were other horses, stubborn horses. These horses refused to submit to their new riders’ commands. They would stomp and sway their long tails and simply refuse to move. Some of them trotted too slowly, ignoring the prompts to speed up, and others ran wildly across the field as they pleased, paying no heed to the riders’ urging. It seems these horses were out to spite the potential buyers. They certainly didn’t look ready to defer subserviently to a new owner.
“Not surprisingly, these stubborn, haughty horses remained in the sales booth. Nobody wanted to buy them, much as the pasuk in Tehillim (147:10) says, ‘He does not desire the might of the horse.’ The traders at the fair were left with these unwanted horses, unsure of how to get rid of them.”
Yochanan explained, “As I stood there, beside the gate, watching the proceedings of the horse market, it dawned on me — one who has the middah of anavah, and accepts the ways of Hashem with love by willingly embracing whatever Hashem plans for him, can quickly earn peace and tranquility. On the other hand, one who complains about his lot and resists his fate, and always tries to escape that which is destined for him, will never find peace in this world!”
The Rebbe was delighted with his ingenuous grandson’s pure insight. He stood up and kissed him on the forehead. “You may not have found Eliyahu Hanavi at the fair, but his holy spirit certainly came upon you. After all, the purpose of your excursion was to look for him…”
* * * * *
The Ramban explains that the fact that the Torah does not expressly state what the sin of the misonenim was indicates that there was no specific sin. If yes, the Torah would spell it out. What did the misonenim do, then, that earned them Hashem’s wrath?
The actual fact that they were misonenim — that they whined with complaints and ta’anos against Hashem — was the problem. They were not happy to follow Hakadosh Baruch Hu blindly into the Midbar, and were dissatisfied with the way Hashem was leading them. This was “ra b’einei Hashem.”
One should not complain about his lot and think things could be different, or that others have it better. The avodah of a Yid is to accept what Hashem does lovingly, with no complaints, and believe everything is for our best.
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QI have a curious and precocious two-and-a-half-year-old who demands intense affirmation when I respond to questions that are technically yes or no answers. I need to repeat his question in an answer form; just “yes” or “mm-hmm” will not suffice. If he says, “Is Tatty home?” he needs me to answer, “Yes, Tatty is home.” A plain “yes” is not enough. It isn’t only questions where he gets stuck; it’s any comment he makes. If he says, “The garbage truck is gone,” he needs me to reply, “Yes, the garbage truck is gone.” It’s not enough for me to simply give a verbal acknowledgement, and there’s no such thing as not responding at all. He will keep repeating his question or comment until he receives the full response he wants. And if he doesn’t get the response he wants, he’ll throw a tantrum. It’s all very tiresome and feels rather extreme. Just for context, this has been going on for a long time, ever since he learned how to hold a conversation.
Any advice?
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ADear Shainy,
You describe your child as curious and precocious. Securely attached toddlers are naturally curious about the world around them. It’s through this curiosity that they learn about themselves, others and the world at large.
During the toddler stage (ages 1 to 3), children make sig-
nificant strides in their gross and fine motor skills, language and social-emotional development. Every day, your child is forming new neural pathways — foundational networks that shape how he’ll understand and interact with the world for years to come. This is both a remarkable opportunity and a profound responsibility.
As a parent, you are given the privilege of “programming”
TOBY TANNENBAUM, LCSW
your child’s brain in a way that fosters learning, resilience and emotional security. When you speak to your child with love and patience, you’re actively supporting their cognitive, linguistic and emotional growth. Each of these interactions helps map your child’s brain in a way that builds a sense of safety, understanding and connection with others.
Children are keen observers. Through your calm presence, loving communication, and thoughtful explanations, you are modeling how to speak kindly — to both others
By doing this, you’re helping your child stretch his thinking and use his natural curiosity to explore more deeply. These small interactions build important cognitive and language skills while reinforcing the joy of shared discovery.
To take this a step further, it may be beneficial to maintain an ongoing dialogue with your child throughout the day. This can involve noticing the world around you together, communicating about what you see and hear, and sharing thoughts and observations. Narrating your actions and
WHEN YOU SPEAK TO YOUR CHILD WITH LOVE AND PATIENCE, YOU’RE ACTIVELY SUPPORTING THEIR COGNITIVE, LINGUISTIC AND EMOTIONAL GROWTH
and themselves. Even without directly stating it, you are teaching your child beautiful middos and laying the groundwork for a compassionate inner voice that will guide them throughout life.
At this stage of development, every interaction with your child holds potential for meaningful impact. When you reframe daily moments as opportunities to guide and connect, you can find creative ways to remain present, nurturing and affirming, thereby helping your child grow into his fullest self.
Perhaps your child would benefit from support with OBJECT PERMANENCE , where his language is met with a physical or verbal response that deepens his learning. For example, when he makes an observation — such as noticing a garbage truck — you can affirm his comment and gently guide him into a related discussion or activity that encourages further curiosity.
CHILD: “The garbage truck went away.”
MOTHER: “Yes, you’re right! Was it a green garbage truck or a blue one?”
feelings helps your child learn how to process and express their own. For example, you might say, “I feel a little chilly; I’m thinking about putting on my sweater,” or, “I see the grocery boxes in the hallway. First, I’ll get a cup of water, and then I’ll unpack. Do you want to join me?” These simple moments of connection can foster communication, understanding and emotional awareness in everyday routines.
Please also be compassionate with yourself. It’s not always possible to offer your child the time, patience and understanding he seeks. Parenting is demanding. But know that every interaction, no matter how small, is an opportunity. Your child’s needs are developmentally appropriate and provide valuable opportunities for learning, especially when met with your loving and patient presence.
I wish you much hatzlacha, Toby
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After 78 years, Roiza had a maxim for life: Before every Up was a Down… and after every Down was (hopefully) an Up. It was the cycle of life — both to keep you on your toes, and to keep your eyes glued to the siddur in both helplessness and gratitude. But more than anything, it kept you going, knowing that there was an Up somewhere around the corner.
According to this calculation, the Handlers were long overdue for an Up in life. So if it involved espionage and secret-keeping, so be it.
As a spy, Roiza had to be soundless. But her creaky body was noisy. As quietly as possible, she sat up in bed. It took a lot of effort from her elbows. She moaned in the privacy of her head.
After struggling to get the shades up, Roiza encountered a sky that was a watery sheet of white. Even without opening the window, she could smell snow in the air. But who cared about the weather when there were diamonds on her nightstand?
She reached for the jewelry box and cradled it in her palms as she wheeled the over-the-bed table closer. She waited a minute to make sure Kaily hadn’t heard. She could
hear the whir of the Bosch in the kitchen. If Kaily was baking challah so early in the morning, she was clearly just as restless as her mother from her own part in the drama.
There was a pen on the table, but no paper. The only writable surface within reach was the perforated tear-off strip of the newly opened tissue box.
To my dearest daughter Kaily,
May you always see and believe what a rare gem you are. And may you be zoche to a life filled with simcha, bracha and connection.
Love, Mommy
She didn’t care that her handwriting looked like birds, because they were birds taking flight.
She folded the paper and inserted it into the jewelry box. Then she grabbed her cane and made her way to the armoire. She could barely reach the second shelf, the same shelf where she kept all of Yankel’s possessions since he was niftar. No one ever touched that shelf. She shoved the box in and closed the doors.
Monday, she whispered as if it were a magic charm. Monday, as soon as Kaily was ready to leave, she would give her the necklace — and tell her she was the one who had really arranged the shidduch. Because she loved her and she deserved happiness.
The next mission was to let the rest of her team know.
“Monday,” Roiza told Yiddy. “But we’re not supposed to know.”
“Monday,” she told Eli. “But she warned the shadchan not to tell a soul. She doesn’t suspect a thing.”
“Monday,” she told the shanah rishonah Mira all the way in Fort Lauderdale where she was vacationing. “When are you coming back? And can you convince her to buy something new to wear?”
Mira, it turned out, would not be back in time for that, but she would daven it should all go well.
Roiza lay back down, feigning sleep, waiting for Kaily to come help her out of bed. * * * * *
Kaily cranked the mixer to the highest setting. The Bosch jumped in fright, unaccustomed to going from zero to sixty. Kaily knew she should start on the lowest speed, ensure all the ingredients were incorporated, and slowly increase the speed. But she was feeling reckless today.
Flour billowed, and the cover threatened to come loose. She held onto the base tightly but didn’t lower the speed.
Have I become this type of person? Rash, out of control, and not afraid of damage?
“I’m legally insane,” she said aloud.
After a sleepless night, she had simply abandoned her creaky hi-riser and gone into the kitchen to start cooking for Shabbos. Anything to get her mind off her treacherous, thoughtless, brainless decision last night.
Because of a bit of loneliness I agreed to take an innocent man for a ride?
There were so many things wrong with this Monday night meeting, she couldn’t list them even if she used all her fingers and toes to count.
But that thought frightened her even more than all of her doubts.
* * * * *
Shabbos came differently in Guangzhou than it did in Monsey.
There was no siren heralding the onset of Shabbos. No men wearing shtreimels hurrying to shul. No last-minute rush, rush, rush to get every last item on the hotplate while simultaneously brushing hair and trimming nails. She missed all that terribly.
But there was something else. Something so serene and private about the peace that enveloped her so completely the moment she finished lighting the two traveling candles in the hotel room.
A magnificent sundown covered the sky like spilled paint, and Perela could visualize the Arizal singing Lecha Dodi. The weather was balmy, and a gentle breeze added to the magic. Tziri walked alongside her to the Chabad house. She, too, was silent for a change.
AS SOON AS KAILY WAS READY TO LEAVE, SHE WOULD GIVE HER THE NECKLACE — AND TELL HER SHE WAS THE ONE WHO HAD REALLY ARRANGED THE SHIDDUCH
Who will babysit Ma? Where will I get dressed? What will I do if I actually have a nice time?
The questions spun quicker than the challah dough. She turned off the Bosch.
Fish. In the freezer, she had a quarter of a roll, somewhere. They wouldn’t need more for two women, one of which was a mess of butterflies and nerves.
Prodded forcefully by Fruma Esther, she’d made two phone calls to hear a bit more about Mr. Newman.
Unfortunately, the references didn’t have anything outlandishly crazy to tell her. She’d almost hoped he had an extra hand or nose, or at the very least was involved in shady business.
But no such luck — they sang his praises.
Which was even crazier.
And who in the world can help me find real information if I don’t want anyone to know? Should I simply rely on those phone calls?
She needed someone who could tell her that he’s just not for you.
Then she could legit quit this whole idea.
As humanity rushed by, she felt like she was viewing them through a screen. For 72 hours, she’d almost melded with this foreign crush of people. She had only spoken about money, clothes and business since she’d stepped onto the plane. But none of that mattered now.
The magnificence continued all through davening in the Chabad house. She’d never been to one before, and the experience enthralled her. The rabbi gave a short speech on the parsha, discussing the greatness of every Yid, of every action, even those as mundane as caring for your family. Perela drank it all in.
She found herself swallowing tears as she davened Kabbalas Shabbos and Maariv for the first time since Leiby was born. The rebbetzin had outdone herself with the décor. There were flowers and crushed velvet tablecloths with at least 50 place settings.
Tziri motioned her over to a corner table. “So we can have some privacy,” she asserted. Perela wasn’t sure she wanted privacy just then. Five days spent with Tziri had made her somewhat Tziri-fatigued. She longed to schmooze and connect to some of the others.
There was a group of Israeli backpackers speaking in rapid-fire Hebrew, of which she only understood the words October 7. Were they asking how Hashem had allowed it to happen, or were they telling the rebbetzin how it kindled their dormant Jewish spark? There was also a smattering of frum women. She wanted to hear what brought them here and play some Jewish geography.
After Kiddush, Perela realized why Tziri had been so quiet. It wasn’t because Shabbos had touched her so profoundly, but rather because she was raging mad. She noticed it first when Tziri kept agitatedly running her
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“THIS TRIP IS RUINED. RUINED!” HER VOICE ROSE AND HER EYES MOVED RAPIDLY, APPARENTLY DESPERATE TO ESCAPE HERSELF
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“We didn’t finish with Zhen on good terms,” she remarked. “This trip is ruined. Ruined!” Her voice rose and her eyes moved rapidly, apparently desperate to escape herself. “I should’ve agreed to that price. It was one of the main reasons I came.”
Perla nodded sympathetically. It had been disappointing to mess up that one meeting with Zhen, who specialized in embroidery. But they’d had so many successes. They’d signed more contracts on Wednesday and Thursday than most people signed in a lifetime. So if Friday’s meeting had been a bit disappointing, gam zu l’tovah.
“Do you think we can still catch him on Motzei Shabbos? Maybe if we make Havdalah in the hotel room and have Tao call him right away.” Perela watched Tziri stand up from the beautifully covered chair to check the Motzei Shabbos zman on the printout.
The peace of only moments before quickly evaporated. It was only Friday night, but Tziri was already on to Motzei Shabbos.
It wasn’t right
“We should extend this trip for another day,” Tziri griped. “Ugh. Sunday these places are mostly closed.”
“Shabbos,” Perela murmured. Her eyes automatically traveled to the next table, where everyone was listening raptly to something Rebbetzin Rednitzky was explaining.
“So why does G-d care if I drive on Shabbos?” a blonde girl with fiery eyes was demanding.
Perela stood up, holding her plate. “Why don’t we move closer to the action?”
BY NOW PERELA WAS PHYSICALLY NAUSEOUS WITH PITY AND DISGUST. NOT ONLY HAD TZIRI SOLD HER LIFE FOR HER BUSINESS, SHE HAD SOLD HER FAMILY FOR THIS IDEAL
Tziri didn’t let her move. She didn’t even hear her. “Maybe Tao can get us a way in with them.”
Perela was about to tell Tziri about the stockpiles and stockpiles of cash Hashem had for her. And that business was only hishtadlus. But she kept quiet. It wasn’t her money that was being invested. She wasn’t spending a dime on this trip, so she couldn’t admonish Tziri for her agitation.
“Why did you allow us to mess up?” Tziri asked again. Her untreated European wig and Zimmerman dress did nothing to hide the raging woman she was now.
Perela couldn’t bear to listen to one more word from her. Something ugly filled her: pity and disgust at this woman who had opened a world for her, had helped her discover a dormant part of her.
At a woman who held her hostage.
Next came the blame. Tziri blamed everyone from her husband (who should’ve come along, and who never helped her enough) to Perela (for not being more assertive during the negotiations), and even Mali for having the baby early and causing Tziri to miss making this trip earlier in the season.
By now Perela was physically nauseous with pity and disgust. Not only had Tziri sold her life for her business, she had sold her family for this ideal.
What had she gained? Definitely not serenity.
Perela longed to be at her Shabbos table in Monsey with good, normal, healthy people.
Scenes of the past few months flitted through her mind. Dropping off Yanky, disappointing her husband and her children, leaving the bulk of the caregiving to her lonely sister. And blaming everyone for not realizing how right she was.
And Perela suddenly heard Ezriel talking: “This job will rob you of peace. It’s not a job for a busy mother.” Did that mean that if she stayed with Tziri long enough, she would look like her?
Do I already look like her?
Place your mother in a nursing home… Send your kids to a babysitter…
Where was that happiness and peace she’d longed to find?
Her hands were clammy as she looked at her boss again. She was almost afraid to stay next to a woman whose eyes smoldered like that.
No amount of somatic breathwork could restore peace to those eyes.
Tziri glared at Perela as she got up again. But Perela didn’t care. She was here for business, and it seemed that Rebbetzin Rednitzky had something to sell.
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2 T. sesame oil
1 T. soy sauce
1 T. spicy brown mustard
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More than half a century ago, the world held its breath as American astronaut Neil Armstrong took “one small step” onto the moon. The space race of the 20th century was a contest of ideology and might between two superpowers — the United States and the Soviet Union. But today the rockets are back, and they’re louder than ever.
This time, however, it isn’t just about flags and bragging rights. The stakes are higher, the cast of characters is larger, and the goals are more varied. From billionaires funding their own space dreams to countries trying to secure global prestige, this new era of space exploration is as much about business and survival as it is about science.
SO, WHAT’S REALLY GOING ON ABOVE OUR HEADS?
FROM SYMBOLISM TO STRATEGY
The original space race was largely symbolic. When the Soviet Union launched Sputnik — the first artificial satellite — in 1957, the world panicked. The space above Earth had been conquered, and not by the West. Suddenly, being first in space became a matter of national security, technological superiority and ideological dominance.
It was a race between two superpowers, one a democracy and one a communist regime, with little room for others to join. The finish line was the moon — and when America got there in 1969, it felt like the game was over.
Today, space exploration has a very different feel. It isn’t a duel; it’s a fullblown tournament.
The tournament doesn’t only involve governments, but private com-
panies as well. And the journey to space is no longer just about exploration; it’s also about profit, dominance, survival — and even entertainment.
It’s driven by a mix of motives: economic, scientific, strategic and yes, a bit of ego.
The old race was about who could get there. The new race is about who can stay — and who can control what happens when they do.
OLD GIANTS VERSUS NEW CONTENDERS
The United States still leads in experience and infrastructure. NASA is not only planning to return astronauts to the moon through the Artemis program, but is also investing heavily in partnerships with commercial companies like SpaceX, Axiom Space and Northrop Grumman. This isn’t just for exploration; it’s about building a permanent presence — and preparing for the long road to Mars.
Meanwhile, China has emerged as America’s most serious rival in space. Its missions are quiet but calculated. The Chang’e (pronounced “CHONGuh”) lunar program has brought samples back from the moon. Its Tianwen-1
mission successfully landed a rover on Mars, and its own space station, Tiangong, is fully operational, hosting astronauts on long-duration missions. Unlike the West, China doesn’t join international partnerships like the ISS;
it builds its own instead. This independence signals long-term ambition.
Russia, once the other side of the original space race, has seen its role decline. Years of underfunding, sanctions and political isolation have taken a toll. Still, the Russian space agency Roscosmos remains active, and Russian rockets continue to launch cargo and astronauts — though often with drama and delay. Its legacy in human spaceflight remains strong, but its future is uncertain.
Then there’s India, a rising star in every sense. The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has achieved remarkable feats at budget prices. In 2019, it launched a lunar mission. In 2023, it made history by becoming the first nation to land a craft near the moon’s south pole, a region believed to contain frozen water. Apparently, that water could one day support human colonies.
And the list keeps growing. The United Arab Emirates sent its Hope Probe to Mars, becoming the first Arab nation to reach the red planet. South
Korea has launched its own lunar missions, as well. Likewise, Brazil, with its vast natural resources, is investing in Earth-monitoring satellites and space infrastructure.
No longer is space the exclusive playground of superpowers. It’s becoming a truly global arena.
MARS: THE NEXT FRONTIER
Talk to any serious space agency — or Elon Musk — and one word keeps coming up: Mars.
Why are space-enthusiasts so obsessed with Mars? The red planet is the most Earth-like planet in our solar system. It has a 24.5-hour day, four seasons, polar ice caps, and terrain that includes deserts, canyons and volcanoes. It may once have hosted water, and possibly microbial life. (However, a Mars year is 687 Earth days long, and its seasons are twice as long as ours.)
NASA’s Perseverance rover, which
landed on Mars in 2021, is currently collecting rock samples in an effort to uncover signs of life. These samples are set to be retrieved and returned to Earth through a future joint mission with the European Space Agency.
Meanwhile, China’s Zhurong rover, part of the Tianwen-1 mission, landed in 2021 and conducted extensive research before entering hibernation due to sandstorms. It marked the first time a country succeeded in orbiting,
landing and operating on Mars in its first attempt.
But perhaps the boldest vision belongs to SpaceX. Its massive Starship rocket, still in testing, is designed to carry up to 100 people and is fully reusable. Elon Musk has openly stated his goal: establishing a self-sustaining city on Mars by mid-century.
Whether or not he succeeds, the message is clear: Mars is no longer science fiction. It’s a battleground for innovation, prestige and human expansion.
BILLIONAIRE PLAYGROUND
When Amazon founder Jeff Bezos launched into suborbital space in 2021, he sent the world a message: Space is open for business.
Space tourism is now a real — if very expensive — industry. Virgin Galac-
tic offers brief spaceflights for those with deep pockets. SpaceX, more ambitiously, has flown private crews on multi-day orbital missions, including Inspiration4, which raised money for cancer research.
While some praise this new era of access and inspiration, others see a troubling trend: the transformation of outer space into a playground for the
wealthy. Tickets can cost hundreds of thousands, or even millions, of dollars. Critics argue that the money could be better spent solving problems on Earth.
Still, what starts as luxury often becomes common. Remember how cell phones began as a symbol of the elite? If technology continues to improve, a future where regular citizens experience spaceflight may not be far off.
And if nothing else, space tourism is changing how humans think about space — not as a distant, unreachable void, but as a place real people can visit.
STARLINK, SATELLITES
AND THE WAR ABOVE
Perhaps the most disruptive development in the new space era isn’t a rocket or rover, but a satellite constellation.
Starlink, a project by SpaceX, has launched thousands of small satellites into low Earth orbit to deliver high-speed internet across the globe. For rural areas, developing nations and isolated communities, it’s a gamechanger.
But nowhere has Starlink’s impact been more dramatic than in war-torn regions, especially Ukraine and Gaza. During the early days of
Russia’s invasion, Starlink terminals helped maintain internet access and military communication when traditional infrastructure collapsed.
In July 2024, Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet service was activated in a hospital in Rafah, Gaza, through a collaboration involving the United Arab Emirates and Israel. This initiative aimed to provide high-speed internet connectivity to the UAE-operated field hospital, facilitating real-time
medical consultations via video calls. The Israeli government had approved Starlink’s use in the hospital more than five months prior to its activation. The activation addressed critical connectivity issues in Gaza, where power and fuel shortages had severely hindered medical and rescue operations. Starlink’s role in conflict zones has made it clear that satellite networks are no longer just conveniences — they’re strategic assets.
This fact has raised serious questions. Should private companies be allowed to decide who gets internet in a war? Who controls the satellites in space? What happens if they’re targeted?
As more companies and countries launch satellite networks, the skies are growing crowded. Which leads us to the next danger…
SPACE JUNK
Space may be big, but Earth’s orbit isn’t. And all the players in the new space race are slowly filling it with junk.
Thousands of defunct satellites, used rocket stages and even bolts and paint flecks are now zooming around the planet at ten times the speed of a bullet. A single screw can destroy a functioning satellite on impact.
In 2021, a Russian anti-satellite missile test destroyed an old satellite, creating a debris cloud that threatened astronauts aboard the International Space Station. They were forced to shelter in place.
A MARS DAY IS CALLED A “SOL.”
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THAN ITS YEAR.
Venus takes about 243 Earth days to rotate once, but only 225 Earth days to orbit the sun.
ASTRONAUTS GROW TALLER IN SPACE.
Without gravity compressing their spines, astronauts can grow up to two inches taller while in orbit.
THE MOON IS SLOWLY MOVING AWAY FROM EARTH.
It drifts about 3.8 centimeters (1.5 inches) farther from us every year.
SPACE ISN’T COMPLETELY SILENT.
Sound doesn’t travel in a vacuum, but in some parts of space, like galaxy clusters, there are enough particles to carry sound waves — just at extremely low frequencies.
THERE’S A PLANET MADE OF DIAMONDS.
A planet named 55 Cancri e is believed to have a carbon-rich composition, which could mean that much of it is crystallized diamond.
YOU CAN CRY IN SPACE — BUT YOUR TEARS DON’T FALL.
Surface tension causes tears to form floating blobs around the eyes unless wiped away.
THE SUN MAKES UP 99.86% OF THE MASS IN OUR SOLAR SYSTEM.
Everything else — planets, moons, asteroids — is just a tiny fraction by comparison.
A DAY ON THE ISS LASTS ONLY 90
MINUTES.
That’s how long it takes the space station to orbit Earth — so astronauts see 16 sunrises and sunsets every 24 hours!
THE LARGEST KNOWN VOLCANO IS ON MARS.
Olympus Mons is 13.6 miles (22 km) high — nearly three times the height of Mount Everest.
SPACE SMELLS LIKE BURNT STEAK OR WELDING FUMES.
Astronauts describe the scent on their suits after a spacewalk as metallic, smoky and oddly familiar.
THE COLDEST PLACE IN THE UNIVERSE IS MAN-MADE.
NASA’s Cold Atom Lab on the ISS has created temperatures just above absolute zero degrees Fahrenheit — colder than deep space.
In November 2023, astronauts aboard the ISS accidentally lost a tool kit during a spacewalk — and it’s still floating in orbit. NASA astronauts Jasmin Moghbeli and Loral O’Hara were performing maintenance outside the station when the bag slipped free and drifted away into space. Remarkably, the tool kit was bright enough to be seen with binoculars from Earth for a short time as it orbited the planet at nearly 17,000 miles per hour.
Experts warn of Kessler Syndrome, a nightmare scenario where cascading collisions create so much debris that Earth’s orbit becomes unusable. That would cripple GPS, weather prediction, telecommunications and more.
Solutions exist, including nets, lasers and magnetic tethers, but they’re expensive and politically complicated. After all, who wants to clean up someone else’s mess?
Still, if the various parties involved don’t act soon, they risk losing access to the very space they’re racing to explore.
STUCK IN SPACE
In June 2024, two seasoned NASA astronauts — Barry “Butch” Wilmore, 62, from Tennessee, and Sunita “Suni” Williams, 59, from Ohio — set out on what was supposed to be a simple, one-week mission to the International Space Station. They flew aboard Boeing’s Starliner, a new spacecraft that had faced delays and setbacks for years. This flight was meant to prove that Starliner was finally ready.
However, the mission didn’t go according to plan.
Shortly after arriving at the ISS, engineers discovered serious problems with the Starliner spacecraft. Multiple thrusters failed, helium was leaking from the propulsion system, and the capsule that was supposed to bring Butch and Suni back to Earth had suddenly become unreliable and unsafe.
So NASA made the tough call:
The astronauts would have to stay in space — not for a week, but for months. What followed was one of the most unexpected astronaut experiences in recent memory. Butch and Suni weren’t just guests aboard the ISS; they became full-fledged members of
the space station crew, helping with scientific experiments, maintenance tasks and daily operations, all while waiting for a safe way home.
Life in space isn’t easy, especially when you were not expecting to stay. The human body starts to weaken
without gravity — muscles shrink, bones thin out, and the sense of time becomes strange. Every day, they had to perform rigorous physical exercise to stay healthy, and they leaned on their training and their faith to keep their spirits up.
Finally, in March 2025, relief came. NASA coordinated with SpaceX, which
U.S. SPACE FORCE
When President Donald Trump launched the U.S. Space Force on December 20, 2019, his critics grabbed the opportunity to mock him once again. The idea of a military branch focused on space sounded like just another one of Trump’s outlandish schemes. Commentators scoffed and memes spread quickly, all dismissing the idea as something out of a science fiction book.
had launched a new crew (Crew-9) with extra seats on its return flight. After the arrival of another team (Crew10) to keep the station fully staffed, Butch and Suni boarded a Crew Dragon capsule and returned to Earth, after more than nine months in orbit.
They splashed down safely off the coast of Florida, where they were
greeted by recovery teams, medical staff and a wave of well-earned admiration. Despite the long and unexpected journey, both astronauts were in good health.
The new space race isn’t a sprint; it’s a marathon, with no end in sight.
The players are multiplying, the
But behind the headlines was a serious and forward-looking move: to protect America’s vital interests in space. From military communications to missile detection, much of modern warfare — and daily civilian life — relies on satellites orbiting above. With countries like China and Russia rapidly expanding their space capabilities, President Trump recognized the need for a dedicated branch of the military to defend the new frontier. Today, the Space Force is on the frontlines of this effort, tracking threats, operating advanced satellite systems and helping ensure that the U.S. stays secure in a domain that’s becoming more contested by the day.
The U.S. Space Force is not about aliens or ray guns; it’s about staying ahead in the modern battlefield, which now stretches far beyond our atmosphere.
goals are shifting and the future is unwritten.
Will humans turn space into a battleground or a sanctuary? A business venture or a scientific frontier? A place of conquest or a place of wonder?
Time will tell. But one thing is certain: Outer space is open once more. And the race has only begun.
For as long as man has attempted spaceflight, we’ve had to contend with terrifying dangers and struggle with unforeseen technological problems.
The first recorded spaceflight casualty was Vladimir Komarov, who died in a fiery high-speed crash in 1967 when his landing parachute failed to deploy. The most recent accident was this month’s “rapid unscheduled disassembly” of the SpaceX Starship. The race to the stars has consistently been riddled with explosions, death and unexplained failures.
Interestingly, there has been only a single fatal episode in space itself. Much like earthbound flight, in which most accidents occur during takeoff or landing, the most dangerous parts of space exploration are liftoff and re-entry. Training, too, has claimed numerous lives. But once you get there, actually living in the forbidding vacuum of space has proven surprisingly safe.
Still, astronauts hold one of the most dangerous jobs on (or off) the planet. While the most dangerous earthside jobs, like logging and roofing, result in fatal injuries for only 0.0005% of workers, a full 3.8% of those launching into space have died.
Here is a closer look at mistakes in space missions — and their consequences.
How It Starts
Most space disasters stem from a technical flaw in the design of a system, but in an overwhelming number of cases, the flaw is one that the engineers are aware of and have considered. Unfortunately, budgetary or political concerns frequently pressure the decisionmakers to dismiss these known concerns.
Apollo 1 astronauts Gus Grissom, Edward White II and Roger Chaffee never made it to space. They expressed some serious concerns about the design of their cockpit, notably the inward-opening hatch that needed to be opened with wrenches, which took at least a minute and a half. During an ostensibly safe training exercise while still on the ground, a fire broke out, and rescue crews could not reach the trapped astronauts in time. All three died, the first fatalities of the U.S. space program.
In one of the deadliest accidents in the space program, engineers expressed concerns about the safety of the space shuttle Challenger’s o-rings, which are rubber seals that prevent rocket fuel leaks.
Vladimir Komarov during a mission training
Apollo 1 after the fire
The Soyuz 1 rubble
Apollo 1 wreckage
Starship rapid unscheduled disassembly
However, NASA officials felt intense pressure to launch the Challenger, as several launches had already been aborted, and they had a strict timetable of missions that was quickly unraveling.
On January 28, 1986, the Challenger took off in record-low temperatures, which caused the o-rings to fail. Hot liquid oxygen and hydrogen spewed from the craft, which quickly ignited in a massive fireball. Seventy-three seconds into the flight, before the eyes of a horrified nation, the craft began to break apart. By the time it hit the water some two and a half minutes later, all seven personnel, including civilian schoolteacher Christa McAuliffe, were dead.
The Columbia shuttle disaster in 2003 felt in some ways like a tragic reprise of similar themes.
NASA was well aware that a piece of insulating foam had broken away on lift-off, which was not an unusual occurrence (though to a layperson like me, having bits of your spaceship fall off doesn’t sound like something that ought to be commonplace). In routine reviews of liftoff footage, the incident was noted and considered, but determined to be unimportant. Just as had happened previously, some engineers warned that the damage could be significant, but they were overridden by managers who felt the concerns were exaggerated, and that the problem was not fixable anyway.
What NASA didn’t realize was that the foam had broken a hole in the left wing. During re-entry, the accumulation of smoke and gas caused the wing to fall off and destabilize the entire ship.
All seven astronauts were killed as the craft disintegrated over Texas and Louisiana.
Just like the previous shuttle disaster, a limited budget, a rigid timetable and a complacent attitude toward common safety issues turned into a lethal cocktail of disaster.
Enough About the West
Western space disasters made headlines, likely because they were unexpected — exceptions to the usual rule of safety and precision.
The Soviet space program was rather different. For all the firsts it managed to snag, research since the fall of the Soviet
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Union has shown it to be a ragtag, amateurish, fly-by-the-seat-of-its-pants operation. Full details are still emerging, as the Soviets had a firm policy not to announce planned missions. They only reported successes, while suppressing any unflattering results, leading many to doubt the veracity of their boasts.
Even while achieving some remarkable successes, the Russian program relied on a great deal of wishful thinking and sheer luck.
What’s well-known is that Yuri Gagarin, cosmonaut, was the first human in space. Less well-known is that he almost died a fiery death on re-entry. The equipment module that was supposed to separate as he entered Earth’s atmosphere failed to do so, and instead of his spherical Vostok capsule falling heat-shielded side first through the atmosphere, the still-attached module kept it oriented at a lethal angle. At the last minute, in a stroke of fortune that the Soviet engineers could never have foreseen, the intense heat of the atmosphere burned through the remaining cables tethering the vehicles together, allowing his module to rotate into a safe position.
Even more astonishing than the vaunted hero’s near-death is the fact that it took the Soviets years to finally address this problem. Every flight for the next few years was plagued by the same separation failure, and multiple cosmonauts tumbled wildly, staring death in the face for long, terrifying minutes, until the same fluke of nature saved their lives at the last instant.
Of course, the Russians were famous for hiding and obfuscating, so we’ll never know the true human toll of their space program. (Even the name of the hub of their space program is misleading; to this day, it is known as the Baikonur Cosmodrome, after a city some 300 kilometers away from its actual location in Tyuratam, Kazakhstan. Apparently, they couldn’t bring themselves to share any potentially useful intel, this despite the fact that the CIA had known where it really was within about five minutes.)
The Soviet drive to push ahead in the space race, disregarding safety in their rush to the moon, led directly to the only fatal incident in space itself. In their hurry to provide Nikita Khrushchev with the impressive feats he demanded in order to embarrass the Americans, engineers had crammed an extra seat into the Voskhod
Yuri Gagarin’s Vostok 1
Baikonur Cosmodrome
This derelict shuttle was once at the gleaming forefront of the Soviet space program.
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capsule, which left cosmonauts no room to don their spacesuits; engineers decided they’d be fine without them.
In June 1971, when the three cosmonauts of Soyuz 11 returned home after a successful three-week mission to an orbiting space station (the first mission of its kind), the recovery crew opened the hatch on their capsule to find the returning heroes strapped comfortably into their seats — all dead. Investigators determined that a faulty valve had led to a depressurization of the cabin, resulting in rapid suffocation, some 30 minutes before the cosmonauts had touched down. Had the cosmonauts been wearing their spacesuits, they would have been safe. However, in their hurry to beat the Americans, this simple safety measure had been disregarded.
In characteristically Soviet style, one of the alleged casualties may have been something far more innocent… or not.
In 1960, in preparation for human spaceflight, the Russians put a dummy, Ivan Ivanovich, into orbit. Due to an error in the firing of the re-entry rockets, Ivan was launched into higher Earth orbit instead of coming back down, and remained up in space for years until his orbit decayed and he re-entered Earth’s atmosphere somewhere over Wisconsin. He would likely have remained a historical footnote if not for the conflicting testimony of famous American science fiction writer Robert A. Heinlein, who was touring Russia at the time.
While Ivan’s mission was underway, Heinlein reported, his Soviet hosts were jubilant, bragging that they’d put a man into space. Only after the failure to land the rocket did he receive the phone call assuring him that there had not, in fact, ever been a human on board; his correspondent insisted the original report had been mistaken, and only the dummy had flown. Suspicious as the American public was of Soviet reports, many believed Heinlein’s account over that of the Pravda.
How many living and breathing Ivans and Igors perished in the Soviet’s obsessive, headlong race to the stars? We may never know.
Near Misses
As attention-grabbing as the sensational tragedies above are, the brushes
The Soyuz 11 capsule appeared undamaged after landing. But when the recovery team knocked on the capsule, they were met with ominous silence.
Ivan Ivanovich on display at the National Air and Space Museum in 2013
The Vostok 3KA-2 space capsule, flown with the cosmonautmannequin Ivan Ivanovich on March 25, 1961, as the final test mission prior to Yuri Gagarin’s first manned space flight.
with disaster and the human ingenuity that averted catastrophe are no less gripping.
Some of the most dangerous moments in space come during EVAs, or extra-vehicular activity, when astronauts leave the spaceship to gather samples or information.
On March 18, 1965, Russia raced to grab another record: the first-ever spacewalk. Cosmonaut Alexei Leonov successfully exited his Voskhod 2 craft, but his pressurized suit quickly began to swell, his hands even slipping out of the suit’s gloves. Most dangerous of all, his ballooning suit couldn’t fit back through his ship’s airlock. Thinking quickly, Leonov vented the oxygen to release the pressure building up in his suit. He nearly suffocated, but managed to slip back inside before it was too late.
Other dangers during EVA include damage to the suit, such as puncture (a very real risk when working with power tools held by clumsy, suited fingers), and the frightening, but thankfully never experienced, prospect of coming unte-
thered and floating off into the void of space.
In July 2013, Italian astronaut Luca Parmitano was on a spacewalk when he felt… water? Dripping down his neck? It seemed impossible. But a leak in his suit’s cooling system caused water to pool inside his helmet. Since water doesn’t run downward in zero gravity, it clung to his nose, eyes and mouth, blinding and almost suffocating him. He made his way back to the ship by memory and feel, where his crewmates quickly towelled him down.
The second manned lunar landing mission, Apollo 12, was struck twice by lightning during liftoff, in full view of a horrified audience of spectators. All of the ship’s systems were temporarily disabled by the strike. However, quick safety checks determined that no systems had been compromised, and the mission continued successfully. Landing was a little rough, too; a large wave hit the capsule during splashdown, knocking a stowed camera out of position, resulting in a concussion and gash on the head of one astronaut.
Perhaps the most famous almosttragedy was the saga of Apollo 13, which has gone down in history, among other things, for the creation of the phrase, “Houston, we’ve got a problem.” In what has been dubbed “a successful failure,” the planned lunar landing was scuttled two days into the mission when an oxygen tank exploded during a routine check, crippling the ship and critically reducing its supply of air and electricity.
For four nail-biting days, the world looked on as engineers on the ground raced to find a way to bring the disabled spaceship home. Without heating, computers or use of their propulsion system, the astronauts evacuated into the lunar module Aquarius, using it as a “lifeboat” in place of their damaged craft. Ultimately, many ingenious solutions, such as a carbon dioxide filter jerry-rigged from duct tape, spacesuit hoses and their own socks, and use of the moon’s gravity to “slingshot” the ship back toward Earth, resulted in a joyous and safe return for the three stranded astronauts.
With the risk of death ever present, the thrill of the unknown and worldwide fame within reach of those who succeed, space continues to capture the imagination of people everywhere. But with all the technological know-how man has accumulated, and with all the startling, almost heroic successes, the long chain of disaster and human misery stand as a stark reminder of the dangers of human hubris.
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Long before the concept of astrology became associated with shtus and superstition, Jewish tradition understood the passage of time through the lens of divine design, otherwise known as mazalos. These are the various spiritual influences that are present throughout the cycle of the year.
Chazal explore the dynamic of how each mazel carries its own unique influence. The holy Zohar as well as Sefer Yetzirah, an ancient work traditionally attributed to Avraham Avinu, correlate the twelve mazalos with the months of the year, the Shevatim and the twelve faculties of the human soul.
But how exactly do these spiritual influences reach us here in the physical world? What do the sun, moon and planets have to do with our daily lives? As the Ramchal explains, everything in our physical world begins as spiritual potential in the higher realms. The stars and planets serve as an “interface” between
these worlds. They receive the spiritual influx from above, and in its own unique way, transmit it into our world. These influences shape what we experience, whether in matters of health, wisdom, wealth or family. Of course, they possess no power of their own. Rather, they are Hashem’s agents, faithfully carrying out His will as part of the complex system He created to link the spiritual and physical realms.
However, even though the mazalos do have their hashpaah, it’s important to remember, as the Gemara reminds us, that ein mazel l’Yisroel — the Jewish people are not inextricably bound by these influences. Our destiny ultimately rests in our own avodah, through the power of Torah, tefillah and maasim tovim. With this in mind, we can now explore the twelve mazalos as they appear throughout the Jewish year. Here’s a journey through the year, exploring each month’s particular themes and influences.
NISSAN הלט
Nissan is marked by Tleh — the Ram — corresponding to the tribe of Yehudah and the faculty of speech. This month commemorates Yetzias Mitzrayim, the Jewish People’s liberation from Egyptian bondage and their overcoming of the Egyptian false deity, which is symbolized by the ram. Yehudah, whose name signifies gratitude, is linked to the power of speech, reminding us of the recitation of the Haggadah. On leil haSeder, as we recount the story of the geulah and (b’ezras Hashem, soon) partake of the korban Pesach, the connection between speech, gratitude and redemption is made clear.
IYAR רוש
The mazel for Iyar is Shor — the Bull — corresponding to Yissachar, known for Torah scholarship, and the faculty of thought. Iyar, which falls during the sefirah period between Pesach and Shavuos, is a time for introspection and spiritual preparation. Just as the bull is steady and strong, we are called to persistently strengthen our commitment to Torah, developing the inner resilience necessary to fully receive it on Shavuos.
SIVAN
Sivan’s mazel is Teumim — the Twins — representing the tribe of Zevulun, who partnered with Yissachar in supporting talmidei chachamim, and the faculty of movement. This month also marks our celebration of Matan Torah on Shavuos, highlighting the dual Luchos and the partnership between Torah learning and material support. The twins symbolize this duality and encourage us to strengthen our resolve in both spiritual and practical aspects of Torah life.
TAMMUZ
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Tammuz is linked with Sartan — the Crab — which is aligned with Reuven and the faculty of sight. Reuven’s name reflects the idea of seeing, and this month calls on us to focus our spiritual vision. Just as the crab hides in its shell, we are reminded to protect our spiritual integrity during the challenges of the summer months. Tammuz also recalls the tragic Cheit Ha’egel, a distortion of spiritual vision, prompting us to focus our gaze on Hashem’s light amidst distractions.
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The mazel of Av is Ari — the Lion — corresponding to Shimon and the faculty of hearing. Av is a month of national mourning, marking the destruction of both Batei Mikdash by the lion-like empires of Babylon and Rome. Shimon’s name, meaning “to hear,” reminds us to heed the lessons of history and the call to teshuvah. Even within destruction, Av holds the seeds of redemption, as there is a mesorah that Tisha B’Av marks Mashiach’s birthday.
ELUL
Elul corresponds to Besulah — the Maiden — aligned with the tribe of Gad and the faculty of action. As we approach the Yomim Noraim, Elul is a time for introspection and practical steps toward repentance. Gad’s association with strength and readiness for battle reflects the active process of selfimprovement. The maiden symbolizes purity and renewal, urging us to purify our deeds and prepare our hearts for Rosh Hashanah.
TISHREI
Tishrei is connected to Moznaim — the Scales — representing Efraim and the faculty of procreation. Efraim’s name signifies fruitfulness, and this month, which includes Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur and Sukkos, is filled with opportunities for renewal and balance. The scales evoke the theme of judgment and the weighing of deeds, urging us to strive for equilibrium in our spiritual and physical lives.
CHESHVAN ברקע
Cheshvan’s mazel is Akrav — the Scorpion — corresponding to Menashe and the faculty of smell, which is one linked to the neshamah. Known as Mar-Cheshvan due to its lack of Yomim Tovim, this month invites personal reflection and quiet growth. Menashe’s name, containing the root for “forgetting,” hints at the work of transforming forgetfulness into spiritual awareness — turning “Menashe” into “neshamah” — by focusing on inner refinement and sensitivity to Hashem’s presence.
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KISLEV תשק
The mazel for Kislev is Keshes — the Archer — linked to Binyamin and the faculty of sleep. This month, known for the neis of Chanukah, reminds us of the hidden light and resilience within each of us. Binyamin, the youngest of the Shevatim, symbolizes hidden potential and strength. Like an archer who draws his bow back to propel forward, Kislev encourages us to overcome spiritual slumber and aim for growth and renewal.
TEVES
Teves corresponds to Gedi — the Goat Kid — representing Dan and the faculty of anger. This month marks the siege of Yerushalayim, an event fueled by internal machlokes. Dan, symbolizing judgment, reminds us to exercise restraint and fairness, channeling strong emotions into positive action. The steadfastness of the goat encourages us to stay focused and resist the urge to judge harshly or react impulsively.
SHEVAT ילד
The mazel for Shevat is Dli — the Water Drawer — corresponding to Asher and the faculty of taste. Shevat, marked by Tu B’Shevat, celebrates the renewal of nature and the blessings of the land. Asher’s name denotes happiness and abundance, reflected in the fruits enjoyed during this month. Shevat encourages us to cultivate gratitude for Hashem’s bounty and to savor both spiritual and material brachos
ADAR
Adar’s mazel is Dagim — the Fish — aligned with Naftali and the faculty of laughter. Adar, the month of Purim, is infused with hidden miracles and joy. Naftali’s name, linked to swiftness and expression, reflects the lighthearted energy of this month. Just as fish move beneath the surface, hidden from view, so too do Hashem’s miracles often unfold quietly. Adar invites us to embrace simcha and laughter as channels for spiritual connection and gratitude.
PLANETARY INFLUENCE
While the mazalos control the spiritual forces of the months, the planetary influence comes from the specific hour of a person’s birth. Each of these seven moving planets, which includes the sun and the moon, is connected to certain hours of certain days in the week in a repeating pattern.
Chazal teach that one born under the influence of the SUN (Chamah, often associated with the mazel of Ari, the lion) is described as radiant and open. Such a person will sustain themselves from their own resources, and their secrets will be visible to others. Should they attempt to steal, they are unlikely to succeed, as they are likened to the sun itself — shining, clear and exposed for all to see.
One born under the influence of VENUS (Nogah, often associated with the mazel of Shor, the Bull) is described as inclined toward wealth and physical desires. The Gemara explains that fire was born during the hour of Venus, and therefore, those born under its influence are drawn to fiery passions, which must be harnessed for good.
A person born under MERCURY’S influence (Kochav, often associated with the mazel of Teumim, the Twins) is likely to be intelligent, insightful and skilled. Mercury is likened to the sun’s scribe, revolving closely around it and symbolizing quick intellect and deep understanding.
Those born under the MOON (Levanah, often associated with the mazel of Sartan, the Crab) are described as experiencing fluctuating fortunes. They are people who build and destroy, only to rebuild again. Their material sustenance may not come from their own resources, and they often keep personal matters private. If they steal, they may succeed, as they are like the moon — sometimes hidden, sometimes revealed and constantly changing.
A person born under the influence of SATURN (Shabtai, often associated with the mazel of Akrav, the Scorpion) may find that their thoughts often come to nothing. Some say that even the plans that others make concerning them are likely to fail.
Those born under JUPITER’S influence (Tzedek, often associated with the mazel of Keshet, the Archer) are naturally inclined toward justice and fairness. Rav Nachman bar Yitzchak explains that this justice manifests itself in their commitment to performing mitzvos and living righteously.
One born under the influence of MARS (Maadim, often associated with the mazel of Tleh, the Ram) may find themselves drawn to occupations involving blood, such as a shochet, mohel, physician or judge who administers necessary punishments.
Thus completes our whirlwind tour through the mazalos and their deeper meanings. While we recognize these celestial influences, we also know that as Yidden, we are never limited by them. Instead, we take inspiration to lift our eyes higher, remembering that Hashem is the ultimate Guide of our lives, and that His plan is always beyond what we can see. With this perspective, may we strengthen our connection to Him and always have a “mazel tov.”
Nesanel Yoel Safran is a writer, chef and student of Torah and life. You can read about all of this and more on his blog Soul Foodie (soulfoodiecom.wordpress.com) and contact him at soulfoodie613@gmail.com.
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And they’re not stopping there. Rocket Lab has entered the space cargo business with Photon (a satellite platform) and is developing Neutron, a larger, reusable rocket poised to compete with SpaceX.
Before founding Rocket Lab, Peter Beck worked in the factory of a major appliance manufacturer in New Zealand. He would stay after hours to tinker with aerospace experiments and managed to build a rocket-powered bicycle that actually worked.
In 2022, Rocket Lab launched a mission for NASA to test lunar navigation. Their small spacecraft, CAPSTONE, successfully entered orbit around the moon — a major accomplishment for such a young company, especially since it was their first deep space mission ever.
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RAV AHARON OF KARLIN (1802-1872)
Rav Aharon of Karlin, zt”l, author of Beis Aharon, was a shining light in the world of chassidus. The son of Rav Asher of Stolin and einikel of Rav Aharon Hagadol of Karlin, he carried the fire of Karlin in his heart and soul. His yahrtzeit is on 17 Sivan.
Rav Aharon became Rebbe when he was just 26 years old. His leadership coincided with the difficult reign of Czar Nikolai, but Rav Aharon lifted the spirits of his chassidim with warmth, niggunim, dancing and heartfelt tefillah. However, not everyone understood this derech, and in 1864, after facing strong opposition in Karlin, he moved to Stolin. From then on, the chassidus was known as KarlinStolin.
Reb Aharon’s ahavas Yisroel was legendary. A woman once came crying to him — her daughter’s chasan was threatening to break the shidduch unless they came up with the promised dowry. The Rebbe gave her the full amount of money, and she left. The next day she returned, asking for help to pay for a wedding dress, and again he gave her the funds. After she left, his rebbetzin asked him, “Is a wedding dress so necessary when there are Yidden who don’t even have bread to eat?” Rav Aharon replied, “If I truly cared about hungry Yidden, why didn’t I think of them yesterday? The fact that this thought came now shows it’s the yetzer hara trying to stop me from helping.”
He once said, “I wish I could love a good Yid as much as Hashem loves a wicked one.” His derech lives on in the fiery davening and avodas Hashem of KarlinStolin chassidim around the world.
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WALK DUST LIGHT
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PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY SANDWICH
IT’S TIME FOR A CHANGE
DOWN:
1. Amidst a classroom, alive with cheer, Rivky S____D loud, her woes were clear.
2. Each lunchtime came, without a F__L, “Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich Again?” she would wail.
3. She scrunched her N___E, gave the bread a tap, “The jelly is oozing, and the peanut butter is flat!”
4. “It sticks to my teeth, it clings to my tongue, How long must I S____R? How long? How long?”
5. Her classmates giggled, savoring their T___T, While Rivky’s complaints filled each seat.
6. Toby leaned in, biting her pear, “Why not A _K for something else, my dear?”
7. Rivky just scoffed, “Who has the time? I take what I get, it’s H____Y a climb!”
8. “No fuss, no bother, just grab and chew, A sandwich is fine, no need to R__O!”
9. Yet, each day, her G_______G remained the same, Sighing low, casting blame.
10. Until one day, when the bell gave its ring, Mrs. Green, their beloved teacher A___D one thing!
11. “Today, dear ones, let’s S__P once more, To cherish the blessings we often ignore.”
12. The students shared their joys with D_____T, Rivky leaned back, her brows pulled tight.
13. Then Toby chimed in,
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14. Silence fell, a pause so wide. The T___H lay bare, with nothing to hide!
15. With flushed pink cheeks and a fleeting glance, Rivky M____D, “Well, truth be told… I make my own lunch daily, just by chance.”
ACROSS:
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17. Rivky laughed, her cheeks aglow, “Oh, I’ve put on quite a S__W.”
18. From that day forward her V__W had shifted, A lesson learned, her thoughts uplifted.
19. She swapped her sandwich, T___D something new, Soup or Sushi? Grateful now for what she chewed!
20. And so, we ask, as dawn’s light grows, What T___D habits affect the lives we know?
21. We tread old loops, never to mend, It’s time for a fresh S___T; let complaints end!
22. We fuss, we F__T, we long, we pine, But change? That part is truly mine!
23. Choices small and choices vast, Begin with us, they S___E and last.
24. Perhaps it’s time to shift the tune, And let our T______S in kindness bloom.
25. Like a seamstress stitching nights and days, We mend our W__S, we weave new rays.
26. Like a ladder climbed, R__G by rung, Lifting hearts where hope is sung.
27. Or a mailman knocking at the door, Bringing fresh new M__L once more.
28. Like a clock whose hands move ahead, Marking M_____S where paths are tread.
29. Or a B__K with chapters turned, Each line, a lesson learned.
30. So take N__E from Rivky’s tale, Change starts with us, it cannot fail!
31. And most of all, keep this in view: if you can’t change what you do, Shift you’re A______E, it lifts you too, Turn “Impossible” into “I’m Possible!”
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Yossi`s Van Service, 15 Passenger van, Local & long distance, Airports & delivery. Call: 718.962.4664
All Electrical work, outlets, switches, fixtures, new lines for washer/dryer or air conditions, shabbos clocks, circut breakers. Call:718.951.0090
HANDYMAN & PAINTING
Experienced & Reliable handyman. Small jobs our specialty! Plumbing, Electric, construction, Locksmith, painting, plastering. Shabbos clocks, outlets/switches, call: 347.275.5408
REMOVE EYIN HORA
A baby, a simcha, a new lease in town? Call Ayin BeAyin so things dont chalila go down! Call Today 718-400-AYIN (2946) www.ayinbeayin.com
ROWENTA STEAMER REPAIR
Expert repairs on Rowenta steam stations. Fast service. Reasonable rates. Located in Boro park. Call 646-261-3809
AYIN BEAYIN
Your son made a siyum? Your child shone bright? We guard that joy from a harmful light. $72/ Name 718-400-AYIN www.ayinbeayin.com
THE CRACKER DIET
Since 2004. $200 includes 2 months follow up. 732.886.0954 We accept credit cards.
MINI SESSIONS
Twinkle photography is now accepting bookings for bungalow colonies. Arrange a group to get your session free. 347-525-4894
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DIABETIC STRIPS
Looking to buy your extra Diabetic Test Strips, strictly confidential. 347.871.7574
GOWNS
GOWNS
Introducing for the first time in Williamsburg! New designer gowns & brand name Simcha wear at great prices. We are also offering designer fashion & timeless pieces that redefine elegance, in our beautiful luxurios salon located conveniently on Kent Ave. Ready sis of bride & groom & Mechitaniste gown for fabulous prices. Please join us & elevate your style. For an appointment 347-701-
Beautiful designer off white gowns for rent or sale. Sizes 5,7,9 and 12. Please call
Adorable light pink gowns for rent or sale, cheap price. sizes 4,6,8 and 12. Please call
pink & white fuzzy blanket 6/4, 929-2307815
diamond necklace wythe and clymer area on Shavous 347-587-0454
Burberry ladies coat in Continental hall 718-596-3457
Buggy trike Bedford Gardens park 718782-0747
beige babys blanket in front of yellow basket 718.483.0499
doona raincover in the bag on wallabout. 718.483.5799
diamond necklace on yom tov on wythe ave b/w Dushinsky and Keap Street 3475870454
gold loop earring with heart June 4, 718388-5021
palm angels pink baby hat may 21. 3475129011
glasses in ateres golda, lag ba’omer 6466333898
size 5 bone/white floafer in Wallabout/ Union/Walton/Harrison area on Erev Shavuos. 917-596-6614
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laminated sheet segula for eyin hura- in bedford gardens playground. 646-7345051
Baby girls jacket off white with cherries 18months 347-533-1508
Tennis bracelet few months ago Old Williamsburg 845-476-1675
MIKVAH TAHARA ASSOCIATION MEETING KEHILLOS AT THE RCE CONFERENCE, TO ASSIST COMMUNITIES IN HAVING THEIR OWN MIKVAH
