Thoughts on being Jewish: Give Till It Feels Good

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Sunday, September 7, 2008

Give Till It Feels Good

My Grandpa Sam was a feisty guy. He was a boat captain- a sailor- and swore like one. He was fiercely devoted to his family and to deep sea fishing, favoring family, but not by much. He was a fervent supporter of Israel at a time when it was struggling to be born, and he was a passionate believer in the power of tzedakah - charity. I remember the pride I felt as a child during the High Holiday Israel Bond Appeal when my grandfather would stand and announce his newest pledge. It was among the... Sign in to see full entry.

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