Photographs


This is one of the corner towers of the Jahangiri Mahal in the Agra Fort. We decided that after a couple rough experiences and the short period we had in Agra, we hired a guide and driver. T ...

This is one of the corner towers of the Jahangiri Mahal in the...

Josh just wants tea. I am amazed how he is always in a good mood, even at this time of the morning.

Josh just wants tea. I am amazed how he is always in a good...

This Jal Mahal is right outside Jaipur. Built of red sandstone and recently renovated it is a typical example of the Rajput and Mughal styles of architecture.

This Jal Mahal is right outside Jaipur. Built of red sandstone...

Decaying Kolkata.jpg

Decaying Kolkata.jpg

Detailed Carving of Supports.jpg

Detailed Carving of Supports.jpg

Christmas Deliveries

Another year and another Christmas Eve spent working for In Jesus’ Name and USH to deliver food and gifts to those less fortunate in Hoboken. Thanks to Idan, Mom, and Katie for helping out. I don’t have the energy to rant and rave about what is wrong with the world. I simply am amazed, again, [...]

Talmud Oddities: Sexual Ambiguity

It has been a while since I found a Talmud oddity that was worth posting about. The last couple of tractates have been a bit dry. I am fully versed in the number of doves I am allowed to kill for a Yom Tov and what to do if when I decide they are for [...]

Virgins Are A Distraction For Men

In trying to resolve the relationship between how and when a man has to say the Shema while performing or engaged in another mitzvah, the Talmud makes it clear that a man who has just been married to a virgin, not a widow, does not have to say the Shema nor does he have to [...]