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Do I need to support Dad? - Parshat Terumah - Shabbat Shalom from the OU



 


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Jewish Ethicist: Do I need to support Dad?
By Rabbi Dr. Asher Meir
My father has a very low income, so I send him money each month even though it is a hardship for me. But he lives in a very valuable house and he has announced his decision to leave his entire estate to his wife (not my mother).

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Do you find yourself "sandwiched" between responsibilities as a parent, or a family member, and your obligation for Kibud Av Va'Em? The Sandwich Generation is increasingly experiencing a new set of challenges, which previous generations did not face. Join the Orthodox Union and the Young Israel of Holliswood on February 25th, 2012 to help prepare and successfully navigate the many challenges and commitments on a communal level.

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March 02, 2012
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Parshat Terumah
2 Adar 5772
February 24-25, 2012

Haftarah:

Melachim I 5:26-6:13

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