Tikkun Olam

When I was studying to convert to Reform Judaism I learned a vital concept called Tikkun Olam. It means to actively perfect or heal the world through deeds of kindness, social justice, and advocacy. Originally in the Mishnah, the first written collection of Jewish oral tradition, Tikkun Olam is the mending of the law to keep society working correctly. Generally, it’s designed to improve social … Continue reading Tikkun Olam

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Television in the ‘50’s and 60’s

What TV shows did you watch as a kid? I was born in 1953 New York City. Televisions looked different then; big bodies and small screens. There wasn’t anything like a remote control. You had to actually turn a knob to turn it on and off. The same applied to changing the channel or to raise or lower the volume. Television shows were in black … Continue reading Television in the ‘50’s and 60’s