Shabbat Hagadol- Parshas Tzav
This week’s Torah portion discusses the law of “removing the ashes” from the mizbeach/altar. A kohen (priest) would remove a […]
Take a Break and Resolve- Parshas Vayelech
In this week’s Torah portion, Vayelech, Moshe once again exhorts the Jewish People before he dies to adhere to the
Living History- Parshas Vaeschanan
History gives us a context in which to better appreciate the world around us. For example, knowing American history gives
Sitting in Solitude- Parshas Tazria
When a person is afflicted with tzora’as, his life turns upside down. Aside from the physical affliction on his skin,
The Rules of War- Parshas Shoftim
“War is a necessary evil,” the saying goes. Rational people don’t seek to engage in war and go to battle
The “Do It Yourselfer”- Parshas Re’eh
The ‘do it yourself’ attitude has earned a prominent place in our society. Besides the potential financial savings involved, people
Children or Charity- Parshas Noach
This week’s Torah portion, Noach, introduces Noach by saying “These are the offspring of Noach, Noach was a righteous man
Flood- Parshas Noach
Parshas Noach opens with the story of The Flood. The people of the world were immoral and endlessly corrupt. G-d
Heavenly Intervention- Parshas Mikeitz
One of Judaism’s basic tenets is that things don’t happen in a vacuum. Everything that we experience has a purpose
Rendezvous with G-d- Parshas Emor
Recently, two tenth grade students of mine shared with me a late-night/ early-morning conversation they had had. While I’m usually