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Boston Cancels Home Opener for Passover?
By
Brad Hirschfield
There’s a little problem with this claim that has been swirling about the blogosphere: it’s not true! And neither are many of the other claims made in this message, which travels under the title “Only in America!” But the popularity of the piece and the readiness of so many to accept (wish?) it were true,…
The New Jewish Star of the NBA
By
Brad Hirschfield
We all know the old joke, partly true and partly self-loathing, about the shortest book in the world — Great Jews in Sports. But every once in a while there is one, and in this most recent case, he doesn’t even take to the court. He’s Idan Ravin, the Hoops Whisperer. Is it just kibbitizing…
Web Site for Jewish Adulterers
By
Brad Hirschfield
Not only is Shaindy.com a site for Jewish adulterers, but it caters specifically to those who are Orthodox. 350 people have already signed up to make matches with like-minded Jews looking to hook up, according to the site’s founder. And even if this is a carefully crafted early April Fools prank, it merits attention for…
Does The Devil Exist? Is Satan Real?
By
Brad Hirschfield
Satan exists, of that I am certain. But that is because for me, and according to most strands of the Jewish tradition, Satan is not some little guy with a pointy tail and a pitch fork. Though versions of that devil can be found, especially in the mystical tradition, it’s not the norm. And even…
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