In Judaism, there are 613 biblical commandments, and the Talmud says that the chief commandment of all is study.
Norman LammNo religious position is loyally served by refusing to consider annoying theories which may well turn out to be facts.
Norman LammThis principle of unity of the whole along with respect for individual differences is symbolized in the Mishkan, the Tabernacle.
Norman LammModern Orthodoxy has a highly positive attitude toward the State of Israel. Our Ultra-Orthodox brethren recognize only the Holy Land, but not the state.
Norman Lamm