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Sanctity of Life and Sanctity of the Sabbath

There is a question in the Talmud regarding the source that allows one to desecrate the Shabbos in order to save human life.

We will be focusing on one particular opinion taught to us in the Talmud. The Talmud was written almost 2000 years ago. It is mentioned according to one opinion in . . . → Read More: Sanctity of Life and Sanctity of the Sabbath

Spinoza, the Man Who Changed Judaism

Baruch Spinoza (1632-1677) was a Dutch Jew born in Amsterdam. He is more commonly referred to by the Latin version of his name: Benedict de Spinoza. Early in life he acquired a deep interest in the philosophy of Rene Descartes and other ideas that conflicted with Judaism.

He was formally excommunicated from his . . . → Read More: Spinoza, the Man Who Changed Judaism

Hiring A Bar Mitzvah DJ: Your Timeline After Bellies Are Full

The following information regards “typical, but flexible timing” of a Bar or Bat Mitzvah Reception. Specifically when hors d’oeuvres are history and the meal has been served. Adults will enjoy a leisurely meal, but kids eat very quickly. They won’t stay seated. When they’re up and start roaming, it’s time to move along:

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Hiring A Bar Mitzvah DJ: Why The Guest Of Honor Lost His Lunch While His Parents Lost Their Minds

The following information regards the first half (first 2 hours) of a Bar or bat Mitzvah Reception:

There’s no university I know of offering a Mobile DJ major. We learn by watching, listening and doing. What works for me will be handled differently by my peers.

What’s the right way? Did you hear about . . . → Read More: Hiring A Bar Mitzvah DJ: Why The Guest Of Honor Lost His Lunch While His Parents Lost Their Minds

Hiring a Bar Mitzvah DJ: The Early Bird’s Worm vs. The Mouse’s Cheese

Guidance follows, not the law. The DJ you hire may take umbrage at being told how to conduct his performance. I would! But choosing the proper Disc Jockey is perhaps the most important decision you can make to ensure the success of your event. Everything else can be perfect, but if the music presentation . . . → Read More: Hiring a Bar Mitzvah DJ: The Early Bird’s Worm vs. The Mouse’s Cheese

Hiring a Bar Mitzvah DJ: How To Separate The Showman From The Salesman

If you don’t book through an agency, weren’t referred, haven’t previously seen his act or met at a Simcha Showcase, your initial interaction with a prospective DJ is the telephone.

That’s good for you! You’re on your home turf. He’s not physically in your living room giving you a face-to-face pitch, which either openly . . . → Read More: Hiring a Bar Mitzvah DJ: How To Separate The Showman From The Salesman