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Could you explain the theme of betting? It is forbidden to do so? If someone wins money because of a bet, is the money is "taref"?

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What is the most important portrait of a Jewish soul? Is a Jewish soul kind and merciful? Is a Jewish soul smart and wise? Is a Jewish soul strong and mighty? What is the most important character of a Jewish soul?

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I found the following terms in old German prayer books for sections of the morning service for the holidays. Yotzrot, Zolot Golah, Korovot, Selak. Please provide explanation of these different parts of the service. Are these terms used in current prayer books?

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So, I'm a convert to Judaism. I converted 7 years ago. I started working part time at a salvation army thrift store (I also work with the school district with Autistic Children). I really needed more more to survive. So this year I took off for Rosh Hashanah ....but they scheduled a "manatory" meeting on that day. I did not show up since I had taken the day off. No one said anything about it, but they put on the schedule that I would have to work on Friday to make it up. So there was no school on Friday...I said "great". They offered the evening or morning shift. I reminded the manager that I don't work Shabbot. So I get a call reminding me to come into work on Friday evening. I reminded the manager that I took the morning shift. She became angry and said "I knew this would happen". There is no one else who can work for you...so you will come in?" So I told her I would not come in but would turn in a two week notice. She called me about 30 minutes later and said "We can't afford to lose you...you're a good cashier so I just got someone to cover your shift Friday." I feel like she views my beliefs as invalid. She always telling me she will pray for me...but in a kind way. And now I'm considering still giving notice. What do you think???

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We are planning a trip to Prague and wondered whether it is permissible to visit the Klementium Library, which from 1655 to 1722 was a monastery. Since the 18th century it has served as a Jesuit college, and the last few centuries as a library. Is one permitted to visit if it was once a monastery? Thank you  

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Do you have to dip apple in honey lunchtimes on the 1st & 2nd days of Rosh Hashanah or is it just in the evenings?

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Hello, I think the following words Im to inquire about are Hebrew so I dont know how to spell them. I've tried doing my own research but am not sure the results Im getting are accurate. I dont know anything about the culture or language. I would really appreciate your help. Does anything like (phonetically speaking) hahlah, hehlem, hadonai mean or signify anything? Also the same for the words masidi, jele, jem? Thank you for your time.  

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What is the first occurrence in ancient text of the word תפוח for apple? What is the origin and etymology of the word? When is the first time in Jewish history when apples became significant to Jewish people for anything?

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Shalom   Please advise me how to react if non-Jewish TV reporters are asking questions about Judaism? Shall I reply, or not?