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Spreading the Hanukkah light of holiness

Although a relatively minor festival in the Jewish calendar, Hanukkah has become one of our most popular celebrations. It touches on many wonderful themes – religious freedom, fighting evil, the rededication of our Temple, the spreading of light. more

By Rabbi Steven Graber | 11/26/21

Rabbi Steven Graber of Temple Hillel in North Woodmere.

Standing together this Hanukkah

Hanukkah is a holiday with two major themes. One is the faith in God that brings victory. The other is need for light to dispel darkness. more

By Rabbi Steven Graber | 12/9/20

Rabbi Steven Graber, top, far left, of Temple Hillel in North Woodmere, has been conducting virtual services since March.

Remembering Kristallnacht virtually

While the coronavirus pandemic has curtailed in-person services for houses of worship since March, Five Towns synagogues have still emphasized the importance of holding virtual services for … more

By Matthew Ferremi | 11/4/20

Appreciating and taking stock of our lives during the High Holidays

In the Talmud, Masechet Berachot, Rabbi Levi presents to us this problem: It reads in Psalm 24, “The earth and its fullness belong to the Lord,” but it also reads in Psalm 115, … more

By Rabbi Steven Graber | 9/20/20

Rabbi Claudio Kupchik of Temple Beth El in Cedarhurst is conducting virtual services, like many other religious leaders in the Five Towns because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Five Towns houses of worship continue praying amid outbreak

Temple Hillel Rabbi Steven Graber of the Conservative Jewish synagogue in North Woodmere is speaking to his congregants through a video on YouTube and conducting weekday evening services at 7:30 … more

By Jeff Bessen | 4/2/20

Temple Israel Cantor Galina Makaveyev led the audience in song. At left was Rabbi Jay Rosenbaum and on the right Consul General of Austria Thorsten Eisingerich and Israel Nitzan, deputy consul general of Israel.

Diverse groups join forces at Temple Israel of Lawrence

The messages shared at the 18th annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and International Holocaust Remembrance commemoration at Temple Israel of Lawrence came from diverse voices... more

By Jeff Bessen | 2/6/20

Rabbi Steven Graber, Temple Hillel, North Woodmere

Avert the severity of life’s decrees through prayer

The other day, on the street, I met a fellow that I see in synagogue every once in awhile. more

By Rabbi Steven Graber | 9/26/19

Temple Hillel dedicated a newly redesigned minyan kitchen in the memory of deceased synagogue member Victor Spetalnick. From left were Matt Siegel, Barbara Spetalnick and Marc, Abby and Lauren Siegel.

Honoring the memory of Victor Spetalnick at Temple Hillel in North Woodmere

The memory of Temple Hillel member Victor Spetalnick, who died in February, was honored as the North Woodmere synagogue dedicated a newly redesigned minyan kitchen dedicated in his name on Aug. 4. more

Compiled by Jeffrey Bessen and Rachel Gottesman | 8/22/19

Next year in Jerusalem

On Friday and Saturday nights, April 19 and 20, Jews will celebrate Passover by holding a Seder on each night. A Seder is more than a festive meal and a family gathering. It is also a religious program, containing 14 steps. These steps direct us through the evening, making sure that we say the appropriate blessings and prayers at the appropriate times and guiding us, as we share the story of the Exodus and the lessons with our families. more

By Rabbi Steven Graber | 4/18/19

Rabbi Steven M. Graber of Temple Hillel in North Woodmere.

Focusing on a relationship with God

Why is the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashana celebrated at the end of the summer? Rosh Hashana is placed where it is by the Torah, which teaches: In the seventh month on the first day of the month, you shall observe complete rest, a sacred occasion commemorated with loud blasts. more

By Rabbi Steven Graber | 9/9/15

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