Rabbi Eli Yoggev, Author at JMORE

The Sweet Sacrifice of Giving Thanks

by Rabbi Eli Yoggev | Apr 1, 2020 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion, Opinion, Spirituality During The Pandemic

There are two directions that rabbis take when dealing with our new and difficult COVID-19 reality. Both are reflected in the different forms of korbanot, or sacrifices, mentioned in our Torah portion. The first is to think about which sins may have brought about...

One Local Rabbi’s Spiritual Guide for COVID-19

by Rabbi Eli Yoggev | Mar 20, 2020 | Community, Community Resources, Spirituality, Spirituality During The Pandemic

It’s scary to watch the news and follow social media these days. It seems like every passing hour offers updates and new information that only bring things closer to us and strengthen our fears. Here are some positive affirmations to reduce anxiety, which you can...

The Three M’s of Visiting the Sick

by Rabbi Eli Yoggev | Jan 28, 2019 | Community, Elderly, Religion, Spirituality

Sniffling, coughing, fatigue, scratchy throat. No, this is not an ad for a flu relief medicine. Sadly, this is a reality for many of us as the winter season approaches with its insidious colds and flus. During this stretch, rabbis visit many sick congregants with the...

Life in the Valley Overshadowed by Death: A Jewish Chaplain’s Unforgettable Day in Hospice Care

by Rabbi Eli Yoggev | Dec 11, 2018 | Blogs, Blogs & Opinion

It’s 9:50 a.m. I just arrived at the residence. As I step out of the elevator, I am informed that one of our patients passed away 40 minutes earlier in Room 1. The niece is in there with the body. I should pay a visit. I quickly gulp a cup of iced water, put...