Weekly Op-Ed
Bamidbar: Oil Prices
Ishmael has the power to confront Esau and Jacob with their wealth of oil. The presenting question is: Will the nations behave as is befitting the children of Abraham?
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Bechukotei: LSD Part 2
Last week’s article, Lysergic Acid Diethylamide, elicited quite a number of responses, most positive, some critical, many of them posted online in the comments section on the article.
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Behar: Israel’s Secret Weapon
Since Israel’s birthday is in the news, it’s hard to ignore the relevance of this week’s Torah portion, which defines in succinct and pointed terms the purpose of the Land of Israel.
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Emor: Lysergic Acid Diethylamide
Even as we invalidate the method (LSD) used to reach G-d, we can never invalidate the person and his needs that led him to go there in the first place.
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Beyond Virtue
In practical terms being holy means going out of your comfort zone and conventional behavior.
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The Calling of Our Generation
The 20th century experienced some of the worst destruction and greatest advances this world has ever seen. In light of this dynamic globe, what is the purpose of our generation?
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Tazria: Bad Religious Experiences Part 2
With the breakdown of authority, it is absolutely critical to ensure that each of us “own” our choices; that the path of faith become your path, not someone else’s.
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Purim: Unbowed
It took Mordechai to stand up against the dark forces that wanted to bring him and his people down. Empowered by Mordechai’s courage and self-confidence, today we can stand proud, with no need for compromise or apologetics
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Kiss The Sky
What is a real kiss? It is where heaven meets earth. Where your body meets your soul.
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Terumah: Where Death Meets Life
Cynics argue that at the end of it all, almighty death vanquishes life. Yet life can triumph over death, transforming the deepest grief into the greatest of joys.
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