Shmos: Entering the Real World
As the Book of Exodus begins, the Jewish plight transforms from local to global. Slavery teaches the nation of suffering and redemption.
Read MoreBo: Water, Egypt & September 11
An exploration of the Kabbalistic meaning of water and Moses’ connection to it. Today, do we feel safest on land or in water?
Read MoreYitro: Skyscraper – Where Heaven Meets Earth
At Mt. Sinai, the physical and spiritual worlds merged. The NYC skyline shows a man-made version of this, yet reminds us of the fragility of man’s work.
Read MoreMishpatim: Is Logic Logical? Our Changing World
A look at logic and superalogic in our world and why we feel connected to each.
Read MoreTerumah: The Seventh Generation from Abraham to Moses
Moses, the seventh generation after Abraham, teaches us how to transform the world around us into a home for G-d.
Read MoreVeyakhel: Chaos & Redemption
Parshat Veyakhel reveals the third step that empowers one to face any challenge- Exodus from oppression, Torah at Sinai, and building a Mishkan.
Read MoreVayikra: Where Are Our Leaders?
A lack of true leadership in present times may in fact be a call for all citizens of the world to discover the leader within themselves.
Read MoreTazriah-Metzorah: Interesting Paradoxes
The dichotomy between good and evil as well as truth and lies are discussed in the context of current world events and prevailing points of view.
Read MoreEmor: Radiant Caution – On War & Love
The concept of loving discipline is examined in contrast to a discipline born out of fear and guilt, which is ultimately ineffective.
Read MoreBehar-Bechukotai: The Ultimate Peace Plan
Peace and security are guaranteed if we heed the word of G-d, but when we lose sight of our Divine calling, the world fall into despair and anxiety.
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