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  1. It is with great thanks to the Almighty that we present to you this short booklet which contains a quick summary of the necessary laws of the Pesach Seder, especially focusing on the directives applicable during the Seder itself. The purpose of this booklet is for it to be used as a reference guide during the Seder itself, to look up the detailed directives before each part of the Seder and it is hence advised to be kept in one’s Pesach cabinet free of Chametz, so it can be used on the Seder table. The sources have been allocated from the Shulchan Aruch Harav, Chabad Custom, and from the many works of the Achronim. Detailed sources can be found in our corresponding Sefer on the laws of the Pesach Seder, and the referenced sources [i.e. Chapter 3 Halacha 5] refer to it. Due to the concise nature of this booklet, we have not included all opinions, customs, and reasons in the laws mentioned here, and further information can be gleaned from our corresponding book. Learn More
    • Why reenact Siserah’s mother’s wails by blowing shofar 100 times?
    • If everything is decreed on Rosh haShanah, what’s the point of praying the rest of the year? 
    • According to the Torah, what makes someone a super-hero? 
    • Why do we fast on Gedaliah’s yahrtzeit, more than all other departed tzaddikim?
    • Even if nuts have the same gematria as sin, we’re not eating sins – we’re eating nuts!
    • Someone apologized in a way I found insulting; how can I forgive him?
    • If I’m not careful about pas yisroel all year, isn’t it hypocrisy to be careful around Rosh haShanah? 
    • Why are synthetic shoes allowed on Yom Kippur, if they’re more comfortable than leather ones?
    • Why does Koheles say everything is worthless, if Torah and mitzvos have infinite worth?
    • Why reenact the conquest of Yericho with seven circles on Hoshana Rabbah? 
    • What should be our state of mind as Rosh haShanah approaches, arrives, and passes
    • What concepts should we consider, what feelings foster, what philosophies should be foremost in our minds? 

    As I acquired students and learned from them, I was ignited by their passion to understand the “why,” the harmonious habits, beliefs, and feelings that mitzvos impart to their observers. Informed by the “why,” mitzvos were performed with such energy and fervor as to excite jealousy in the onlooker.

    The world of Jewish practice is a world replete with symbols; one can hardly walk four amos without encountering reminders of Hashem, His love for us, and our joys and duties to Him. Yet the tasks of everyday life, both the dreary and exciting, conspire to conceal this world of wealth from our consciousness. It is the curse of Adam. For, when we walk with Hashem, every place on Earth is a veritable Eden. The only antidote is study. If in moments of tranquility we train the eyes of our spirit to perceive in a Torah lifestyle the vistas of eternity, then some shadow of that blessed landscape is bound to remain when the tempest takes hold of us again. And, with fresh research and repeated study, the shadow takes on greater solidity, more vibrant hues.

    It is my sincere hope that this book, for you, like me, will enrich your religious experience, and in doing so, perhaps, pave the path of the banished to the garden where it all began. Learn More

  2. I am the king's horse. I live in the biggest stall in the Persian royal stables.

    King Achashverosh never comes to visit me. He is a busy man, always planning parties, and wars, and then more parties.

    But tonight, something strange is going on. Haman is in the courtyard, waking me up with his racket.

    I don't know what he's up to, but something tells me I'm not going to like it...

    About the Author:

    Leah Sokol spent many Purims thinking about ways to write a book based on Megillat Esther, and many Pesachs asking for horseback riding lessons for her afikomen. She now lives in Silver Spring, Maryland, down the road from a riding stable. She is the author of several books for young readers.

    Joni Aliza Boroda is an illustrator, sculptor, art teacher, and lifelong horse enthusiast. Aliza grew up on air force bases all over the world before settling in Boston. She now lives in Haifa with her husband and three wonderful children. Learn More

  3. Sholom Mordechai Rubashkin has become a symbol of spiritual endurance for Jews around the world. Many take inspiration from his published letters opening a window to life in a place called prison, and a Jew's ability to grow in Emunah and Bitachon in the most desolate situation. Emanating from a place of darkness, his messages are a beacon of light and hope.

    The letters in this book contain words of inspiration, Tishrei gems, and a profound view into the world of a man whose body was imprisoned but whose spirit remained free. Here is an intimate glimpse into one Jew's path through a most painful odyssey, and the secret of his soaring faith and trust. Learn More

  4. Whether you are a newbie making Pesach for the first time, or a seasoned balabusta in search of some fresh slow-cooker recipes, Pesach While You Sleep is the go-to book for you!

    It's two weeks to Pesach. You just discovered you will be staying home for Yom Tov this year - and hosting guests, too. AND you don't even have a Pesach kitchen!

    You have very little time on your hands, yet you have many people to feed for an entire Yom Tov.

    You and your family go out all day Chol Hamoed, yet the crew clamors for supper even before your key touches the front door.

    Recipes for disaster?

    Not if you use Julie Hauser's methods!

    Having made plenty a Pesach in a pinch, Julie devised an ingenious Pesach cook-ahead system - with just the use of a folding table, a few slow-cookers, and some basic supplies and ingredients. Now you can learn her easy, time-saving, stress-reducing methods, too!

    Chock-full of scrumptious, Pesach-dik slow-cooker recipes - all super easy and freezer-friendly-this handy guide and recipe book helps you gain control over the mammoth job of cooking for Pesach. Learn More

  5. Yomim Noraim Companion

    A major court case is approaching...

    Our very lives are hanging in the balance...

    We must prepare our defense...

    Two books in one, this inspirational book provides ideas for preparing for the upcoming year. Section One contains ten essays with ideas to merit rachamim on Yom HaDin, and Section Two examines the meaning behind the eight mothers mentioned on Rosh Hashanah. Learn More

  6. Twerski on Machzor, Rosh Hashanah

    The Rosh Hashanah prayer service. So many hours. So many prayers. Here's one way to make them more meaningful to us.

    Twerski on Machzor Imagine having a wise, experienced, compassionate friend sitting next to you as you pray on Rosh Hashanah, quietly sharing insights and inspirational stories to help you get the most out of the prayer experience. You can. His name is Rabbi Abraham J. Twerski MD. And he's here with you, in Twerski on Machzor, to help you discover the depth and meaning of the Rosh Hashanah Machzor.

    Through stories and explanations, we begin to learn so many things about Rosh Hashanah and its prayers:

    How can we relate to Hashem as our King?

    As our Father? As both at the same time?

    Why does the word tefillah mean so much than merely a prayer?

    Why do we eat symbolic foods on Rosh Hashanah; aren't our prayers enough?

    What is the highest honor a person can attain? And why do we try to attain it on Rosh Hashanah?

    World-renowned psychiatrist, bestselling author, and beloved rav, Rabbi Dr. Twerski has been guiding us for decades. And now, with Twerski on Machzor, we can take him to synagogue with us on Rosh Hashanah, to ensure a meaningful prayer experience - and a very happy new year. Learn More

  7. The Artscroll Children's Haggadah - Softcover
    The Artscroll Children's Haggadah

    Shmuel Blitz and his brilliant children’s books never cease to amaze. This is his seventh book -- and they just seem to get better and better. This time, he puts his talents to the task of creating a Children’s Haggadah, and the result is one that will be enjoyed by child and grown-up alike. Specifically written for children ages 4-8, the full Hebrew text of the Haggadah is accompanied by a child-oriented, yet accurate English translation. There are clear, precise instructions that will guide the child through every stage of the Seder. And, each page contains a box that provides additional information about the Pesach narrative for the interested youngster.

    The breathtaking, full-color illustrations make the story come alive – this Haggadah will be an invaluable addition to your child’s Seder (and to yours)!

    Full color soil resistant laminated cover. Learn More

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