Richard, as you celebrate your 13th birthday, we delve into the deep resonance of the number 13 in our tradition. While some cultures might consider 13 with hesitancy, for us Jews, it emerges as a beacon of maturity and commitment. Today, you step into your new role as a Bar Mitzvah, an age of significance […]

Mazal Tov, Daniel! Today, as you recited from the Torah, you echoed the words spoken by Moses over 3,000 years ago: “You are standing today, all of you, before the Lord your God.” In this sacred space, before friends and family, you move from boyhood to becoming a Bar Mitzvah. Your poignant rendition of the […]