Ask The Rabbi!!

TomHagen · 05-18-2009, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by ActionAndy

What's Jewish Hell like? Catholic hell is pretty serious...

There is no such thing as "hell" in Judaism.

The concept where "hell" might have been derived from is the existance of "Gehinom".

Gehinom is where the soul goes after it leaves the body in order to clease it from any negativity attached to it through misdeeds etc. It's kinda like a spiritual washing machine. necessary, painful, but leaves you feeling oh, so good. The truly righteous can supercede this refinement, and "worst of the worst" can remain there for only as long as 11 months. After this sort of "purgatory"(I use the term loosely) the soul ascends to Gan Eden where it basks in the light of the G-d's Torah on what ever level the soul can receive it.

Judaism in inherently different from other religions, in this regard, among others. The purpose is not to go to Heaven (or Hell), but rather the focal point of Torah is to make THIS WORLD better, and a dwelling place for G-d.

TomHagen · 05-18-2009, 04:00 PM

Whoa!! You guys are keeping your foot on the gas... some good, tough questions. Keep 'em coming.

But, how about some easier ones like
"Whatcha smokin' Rabs?"

good stuff

GolfNut · 05-18-2009, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by TomHagen

Whoa!! You guys are keeping your foot on the gas... some good, tough questions. Keep 'em coming.

But, how about some easier ones like
"Whatcha smokin' Rabs?"

good stuff

OK,
Whatcha Smokin Rab's?!

Seriously though, nice thread. I too have learned from it.

(Lew, you are too much, but I already knew that!)

TomHagen · 05-18-2009, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by GolfNut

OK,
Whatcha Smokin Rab's?!

Seriously though, nice thread. I too have learned from it.

(Lew, you are too much, but I already knew that!)

Good stuff! Learning is the point!

Just went on a CC kick with a box-split of RASCC and H.Upmann Coronas Major - (cheaper stuff 'cause of my high Rabbi income

) that are delicious. I am really impressed with both ROTT.

I really, really love Illusione MK's right now. I also like NHC house blend londsdales. Last week, I had a Tat Cojonu 2009 that was great and a eo601 Mi Barrio that was nice, thick smoke. I want to get my hands on some more Esencia cigars, as I really liked the 2 I had a while ago.

I am slowly growing away from Padron's and even many DPG's that taste very similiar. I am kind of really getting into specific cigars, rather that tasting what is new out there, as I have been a little disappointed and strapped for cash, but I always cycle back.
I want to try some different CC marcas that I have never had SCdlH, Cuaba and some H.Upmann.

Tio Gato · 05-18-2009, 04:02 PM

Wow Rabbi, as a "Bad Catholic" I really hope there is no hell. Maybe there's hope for me after all.

TomHagen · 05-18-2009, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Tio Gato

Wow Rabbi, as a "Bad Catholic" I really hope there is no hell. Maybe there's hope for me after all.

Just keep doing acts of goodness and kindness, and check out the noahide laws above or here; www.noahide.org. This is guaranteed for success!!

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The Seven Laws of Noah demonstrate that almighty G-d has rules and laws for all human beings ...and that G-d loves us all. He does not leave anyone, Jew or non-Jew without guidance. To the non-Jew He has given the Seven Commandments.

Maimonides states "Whoever among the Nations fulfills the Seven Commandments to serve God belongs to the Righteous among the Nations, and has his share in the World to Come.".

Bruins Fan · 05-18-2009, 04:16 PM

Hey Rabs, is it true a Rabbi, coined the phrase
( it wont be long now )

TomHagen · 05-18-2009, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Bruins Fan

Hey Rabs, is it true a Rabbi, coined the phrase
( it wont be long now )

No. It was a Mohel.

Go Sox.

Stog-a-Boy · 05-18-2009, 04:57 PM

Can I get a tattoo?

I never will, but just asking since i've heard a few different answers.

TomHagen · 05-18-2009, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Stog-a-Boy

Can I get a tattoo?

I never will, but just asking since i've heard a few different answers.

No. Your body is not yours to do with what you want, but rather it is on loan to your Soul, by G-d.

05-18-2009, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by TomHagen

No. It was a Mohel.

Go Sox.

Wisdom mit a bissel humor. I love it!

For what it's worth Rabbi, you make me want to be a better Jew.

TomHagen · 05-18-2009, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by nozero

Wisdom mit a bissel humor. I love it!

For what it's worth Rabbi, you make me want to be a better Jew.

Baruch HaShem. That's the goal.

It does my heart good.

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