The most important section (parasha) of the Five Books of Moses is Tetzaveh. The entire content is about the garments and the confirmation process of the Priests, also known as the Cohanim. Much of it is about the High Priest, the Cohan Gadol. Why is a long discussion about clothing so important? How do weContinue reading “THE MOST IMPORTANT TORAH PARASHA”
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Patterns and Health
The physical laws of the universe are defined by patterns of function and structure. The study of physics helps to identify and take advantage of these patterns to make the world a better place to live. The movement of the planets, the weather, and the thermal activity of the earth are among the things governedContinue reading “Patterns and Health”
DAVID VS GOLIATH – NO CONTEST
Goliath is well known as a Philistine warrior of gigantic proportions who fought David in the Biblical Book of Samuel. The phrase “David and Goliath” refers to an underdog situation, wherein a smaller and weaker fighter opposes a larger and stronger adversary. The weaker contestant is represented as David, also being the more sympathetic character.Continue reading “DAVID VS GOLIATH – NO CONTEST”
CHRONIC PAIN
Pain alerts us to an illness or injury. It tells us to stop what we are doing and shift our focus to identifying the origin of the pain and alleviating that underlying problem. Soreness can be a symptom unto itself. It may arise from unknown etiologies or persist following resolution of a diagnosed problem. NerveContinue reading “CHRONIC PAIN”
STOP STRAINING TO MOVE THE BOWELS
Constipation is a product of the refined foods often seen in modern, technologically advanced cultures. These societies learn about the value of fiber in the diet. Fiber of any kind is the solution to difficulty moving the bowels. There are many forms of fiber. Soluble or insoluble. Natural or artificial. Vegetable or fruit. All areContinue reading “STOP STRAINING TO MOVE THE BOWELS”
JOSEPH GOES INTO A WELL
In chapter 37, verse 24 of the first book of the Bible (Bereishit), the story of Joseph begins. He had a contentious relationship with his siblings. Joseph’s brothers were angry with him. He bragged about the coat that their father, Jacob, had given him. He told them of dreams wherein he was the master, andContinue reading “JOSEPH GOES INTO A WELL”
THINGS THAT MAKE LIFE EASIER AND HEALTHIER – Part 7
Do you wear shoes with shoelaces? Are you tired of them untying themselves? Is it a big hassle to untie a secure double knot? Well, then, tie your shoelaces like this: Easy, huh? When you travel, bring along a few plastic bags that seal. They come in handy. Also, take a larger plastic bag toContinue reading “THINGS THAT MAKE LIFE EASIER AND HEALTHIER – Part 7”