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Inspired by the Lubavitcher Rebbe- Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, Rabbi Shmuli and Mushky Raitman together with their children Mendel, Tzivia, Pinny, Asher, Zahava and Cherna have established a Chabad Jewish Center in Danville, CA. Their goal is to strengthen Jewish awareness and pride. Building strong and vibrant community for the Jewish residents of Danville/S. Ramon by creating an environment where every person, regardless of background or affiliation is welcome to explore and experience their heritage in a warm and non-judgmental environment.
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Daily Thought
Beyond Faith & Intellect
Intellect is inadequate because not all things can be explained. Intellect needs faith. Faith is impotent because it remains forever obscure. Faith needs intellect. But they are opposites, as contradictory as yes and no: Faith accepts; Intellect questions. Faith surrenders; Intellect struggles. Miraculously, there is a power that can join them in harmony, and it is...