The very word Mitzrayim means narrow and we are living in very narrow times. Our options are limited and our choices are few. But we left Egypt because we care about one another and with that merit we will once again join together with strength and health and happiness.
Articles:
The Wicked Son’s Problem
I The wicked son wants to know “What is this work to you?”, because he removed himself from the...
Two Calves – Ki Sisa
I’ve been thinking about the second set of Luchos. Why were they necessary? We don’t have them...
Hoshanos on Shabbos
On Shabbos Chol Hamoed Sukkos, we say a special Hoshana from Rabbi Menachem ben Machir who lived...
The Decapitated Calf
The Torah tells us (21-1) about a dead man who was found outside the city. The elders of the city...
Stay the Course
We need to remember not to lose faith and to remain strong in following the ways of Hashem. We also need to thank Hashem for making it work and helping us out even when we falter.
The Bond of All Mothers (Shir Hashirim)
In Shir Hashirim, the girls of Jerusalem are encouraged to go out and see the crown that King...
How Should We Spend Our Day? A Shabbos Shuva Drosha
Introduction Let’s assume for a moment that most of us don’t spend our entire day studying and...
Opposition
The Jewish people could be pardoned for spying on the land of Israel. It was a regular military...
Consultation (Acharei Mos)
After the death of Aharon’s two sons Moshe came and told Aharon that he should not enter the...
Pesach: Are Miracles Good?
Introduction In about a week, we will fulfill the Mitzvah to relive and retell the story of our...
Just Be Quiet
In Parshas Tazria the leper who is being punished for inappropriate speech is forced to go into isolation. Sometimes we think too much about others and need some time to become more retrospective and put into situations where there is nobody to quiz and question and prod but our very own selves.
Twelve Derashos for Shabbos Hagadol
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Vayikra – No Honey and No Yeast. Only Salt.
The Korban Mincha sacrifice consisted...
Moshe’s Strength – Vayakhel Pikudei
The Talmud in Nedarim tells us that...
About:
Rabbi Sender Haber is the Rabbi of the B’nai Israel Congregation in Norfolk, VA. He is well-known throughout Hampton Roads, having arrived over fifteen years ago as one of the original four members of the Norfolk Area Community Kollel. In that capacity, Rabbi Haber was involved in community-wide programming, teaching, and outreach. He has inspired many Jews to expand their Jewish identity and increase their love of Torah and commitment to its observance. Everyone who knows Rabbi Haber is touched by his breadth of Torah knowledge and his ability to convey the wisdom of the ages in such a way as to make those esoteric writings accessible to persons of all levels of experience and a variety of backgrounds.
Rabbi Haber has served in a number of capacities during his years in Norfolk. Since 2003, Rabbi Haber has been a teacher of Jewish Studies at Toras Chaim Day School in Portsmouth, teaching boys and girls of all ages, with a focus on Gemara, Halacha, and Chumash. He has also taught at Yeshivas Aish Kodesh and Bina High School in Norfolk, and served as Assistant Rabbi of B’nai Israel for 6 years. He also serves as the Rabbi of the “Lost Tribe,” Tidewater’s Jewish Motorcycle group! While handling all of these responsibilities, he has continued to participate in numerous chavrusas (one-on-one learning partnerships) covering a wide range of topics and writings.
Rabbi Haber and his wife Chamie have been married for sixteen years. They have five children, Minna, Moshe, Ely, Akiva Meir and Chava. They both come from rabbinic families steeped in Torah, kiruv, and chessed. Rabbi Haber received his Rabbinic Ordination (Yoreh Yoreh) from Rabbi Sender Rosenbloom and Rabbi Mordechai Freidlander of the Jerusalem Beth Din. He was awarded a Teaching Certificate by Torah Umesorah Association for Jewish Day Schools in 2004 and again in 2009. In addition, Rabbi Haber has spent over a decade studying Talmud, Jewish Law, and ethics in some of the world’s most prestigious Yeshivos including Beth Medrash Gavoha in Lakewood, NJ and Yeshivas Mir in Jerusalem.
Books:
Mosaica Haggadah:
Overview
Why is this Haggadah different from all other Haggadahs?
Join Rabbi Sender and Chamie Haber and their charming family at their Pesach Seder – and experience this special night with this most special educational Haggadah.
Unique features include:
- Real questions and insightful comments of dozens of bright and engaging students
- Fascinating and meaningful short explanations by a world-class educator
- Yocheved Nadell’s delightful contemporary illustrations
- Laminated pages to allow for easy use at the Seder table for many years
Year after year, Jews of all affiliations celebrate the Passover Seder surrounded by loved ones. Indeed, handing down the story of our people each year at the Pesach Seder transcends generations.
Rabbi Sender and Chamie’s Passover Seders are known far and wide for being entertaining, interesting and unforgettable. The Mosaica Haggadah will inspire your family like never before.
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