MAGAZINE: A Life Lesson from My Special Needs Brother, Passover Preparations (and more...)

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Nissan 4, 5772 * March 27, 2012

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Editor's Note:

Dear readers,

I will never forget the scene. My grandfather, Rabbi Chaim Meir Bukiet [ http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=07FD0EA1762E775EC2AC853106010669&ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2 ], a Talmudic scholar, was speaking in Lexington, Mass., where my uncle Rabbi Alter Bukiet is rabbi.

"The Gemara," he began, quoting the Talmud, "says that when a wife and a husband are not at peace, the mizbe'ach sheds tears," referring to the altar that stood in the Holy Temple in Jerusalem.

"Why specifically the altar? Why not the candelabrum or the laver?

"The Kabbalistic masters taught that sacrifices were not just in the Holy Temple; they are a part of every person's daily life. When I put my needs aside for the good of another—that is sacrifice. When there is no peace in the home, no shalom bayit, we are not sacrificing enough. For this reason," Grandfather concluded, "the altar sheds tears. It weeps, thinking that we have failed to sacrifice enough."

This week we read the Torah portion of Tzav [ http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=C82430F569BDD6820467917C5A7FB995&ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2 ], which deals largely with sacrifices. Take some time to see where you can sacrifice, for your family, your community, for the world. And of course, enjoy the many articles that delve into the various practical lessons we learn from the sacrifices in the Holy Temple.

Have a great week!

Dovid Zaklikowski,
on behalf of the Chabad.org Editorial Team

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THIS WEEK'S FEATURES:

IT'S ALL A MATTER OF PERSPECTIVE

The Glamorous Giver and the Disheveled Do-Gooder (By Chana Perman)

Which one are you?

>> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=E820F6EFB10981FD4FA8AB9B07016E80&ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


A Fresh Beginning (By Rafaella Levine)


I try to think back to yesterday, and in my tired, hazy, sleep-deprived state, a funny thing happens. I remember nothing. There is no yesterday . . .

>> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=699D689D58329D163945FC8A943DE775&ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


A Life Lesson from My Special Needs Brother (By Ariella Sunny Levi)

As we attracted a small audience of people who likely felt grateful to not be in our shoes, standing with Josh, I couldn't help but feel grateful to not be in theirs.

>> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=B3DCD500EBA26F28C7EE44184830FA18&ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


Blessed Seder Preparations (By Rabbi Kalonymus Kalman (the Piaseczno Rebbe))


To draw down the light of Pesach, we must prepare ourselves spiritually.

>> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=CDB8130314857E23CB756E0707AB8470&ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


NISSAN: MONTH OF SPRING

Blessing on Blossoming Fruit Trees (By Eliezer Wenger)

During the month of Nissan, when one sees a blossoming fruit tree, we make a blessing thanking G-d for giving us trees that grow fruit.

>> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=35037A97E4D3D2E50CC662EE2E726FEA&ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


Torah, Trees and Caring for the Earth (By Akiva Wolff and Yonatan Neril)

In addition to inappropriate destruction, lessons about trees also teach us about proper use of resources.

>> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=1EEB03448EA15A3BCBB50D198978299B&ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


The "Nasi"


Each of the first twelve days of Nissan, one of the tribal leaders, the <i>nasi</i>, offered inaugural sacrifices in the Tabernacle. We recite the section which describes the sacrifices of that day's <i>nasi</i>.

>> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=561C81B7E1F4FEB305A768BEF2F07CAA&amp;ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


HOW TO "MAKE PASSOVER" LIKE A PRO

Ridding Ourselves of Chametz (video)


On Passover we not only abstain from eating <i>chametz</i>, but we are enjoined to totally remove it from our possession. Hence the cleaning and koshering before the holiday.

WATCH (7:49) >> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=63AC6FD03FF4C9758C8350DFE8DC1A4E&amp;ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


Passover Preparations


Problem is, our homes are infested with the stuff. That's why we go on a full search-and-destroy mission during the weeks before Passover.

>> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=02D4E92D2CC7BA2126FC11D62CD702DB&amp;ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


Passover with Chef Jack Silberstein (By Jack Silberstein)


Go gourmet this passover. Recipes for coconut-crusted chicken with mango chutney, eggplant and beef rollatini with tomato sauce, sangria and more.

>> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=C55092E187D8A098083CED6125574DC3&amp;ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


FOCUS ON THE FOUR QUESTIONS

Ma Nishtana (audio) (by Chayim B. Alevsky)


Listen to the Four Questions in the traditional melody. Practice for Passover!

LISTEN (3:41) >> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=D471E91C26F3DE5076DF01A34DA51AE8&amp;ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


Why Are Your Four Questions Different Than All Others'? (By Yisroel Cotlar)

At most Seders the first question is about eating matzah, but the Chabad <i>haggadah</i> has the dipping question as number one. Isn't the dipping only a custom? Why have it as the first one?

>> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=1A1FDDC75F4AA910356DF040B78112C1&amp;ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


Haggadah Insights (video) (By Chaim Miller)


Rabbi Chaim Miller shares beautiful insights into the <i>haggadah</i> that will capture the interest of everyone around your Seder table.

WATCH (8:01) >> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=E299B15C408B1FEE7B45CCAAB5936D4C&amp;ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


PARSHA: SACRIFICE AND THANKS

Tzav in a Nutshell


The priests are initiated into their service in the Tabernacle, and eat specific offerings. The fire on the altar must be kept burning at all times.

>> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=2E9C52D01163A19276FF399F12148A88&amp;ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


How to Sustain Your Passion (video) (By Chana Weisberg)


When you love life, you're less likely to feel weighed down by your inadequacies.

WATCH (30:10) >> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=C7EE6D14F4FC2C2962B7F28731B93CE7&amp;ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


Thanking G-d - Birkat HaGomel (video) (By Mendel Kaplan)


We learn about the thanksgiving offering <i>(korban todah)</i>, which is the basis for the blessing recited when one survives a life-threatening situation.

WATCH (55:00) >> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=FD2E3AC6101E550CF07631CA4D754B3D&amp;ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


Thank You Kindly (By Elisha Greenbaum)


Good manners are a sign of breeding. And, if we wish our praise to be accepted, it is best to express gratitude in moderation.

>> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=0926BD57BEB7AC75A9B973E05435DDD4&amp;ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


Do You Truly Plan to Bring Animal Sacrifices? (By Tzvi Freeman)

I can see the experiential quality of it all -- an ancient temple with heavenly music and mystical song, priests in flowing robes deep in meditation, mesmerizing, choreographed ritual. But why the barbeque?

>> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=708EB0EA90540BEA3495A27D0125DA2C&amp;ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


Bad Hair Day? (By Levi Avtzon)


Unfortunately, moods can sometimes infringe on our relationship with G-d, and with our fellows as well. "I am just not in the mood for prayer," "I am not in the mood for my kids" . . .

>> http://link.Chabad.org/go.asp?li=29ED61E7DE953D7A3EA9A136A8ECA243&amp;ui=F8C16ABBBCDB72AD0024EE2F647D78D2


SHABBAT HAGADOL

The Lady and the Nose (By Lazer Gurkow)


At first the young man was impressed with the young lady's character, but was repelled by the shape of her nose. Then he learned to ignore it. Now he loves it . . .

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STORIES

Water and Hay (From the Chassidic Masters)


A horse needs to be reminded with the whip. But the human being should suffice with more subtle pointers as to how to order his priorities . . .

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Bitter Heals (<!-- blank -->)


He took a full portion of the strong horseradish and ate it. As soon as he swallowed the whole mouthful, the cough grew worse and his whole body shook dreadfully.

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What Jews Do (By Hanna B. Geshelin)


During my freshman year of 1963–64, I was the only undergraduate female who identified herself as Jewish.

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