Chukat: the Waters of the Lord…
This Torah reading tells the story of the people’s reemergence into the world – and the place they are meant to occupy in that world. […]
Korach: The Power of Small Miracles
I learned a lot writing this week’s dvar Torah. It was surprising and rewarding. After finishing it, I dedicated it to the memory of my friend, Tzvi Epstein. He died months ago, but as you’ll see he lives on in this Torah reading. Please, take the time to read or listen – I think you too will find it a rewarding trip through the Torah.
Shelach: are we Grasshoppers or Trees?
I think this week’s Torah portion is about a fundamental question: are Jews grasshoppers or trees? Learn more below! For 2022, I added the following […]
Behaalotcha: A Prophecy of our Times
This episode explores the lessons of Menucha and Ta’avah – comfort and the human impulse to undermine it. I’ve thought about going back to the […]
From Abraham to Ahmed: a Road to Peace
Part I: History as Warning The U.S. government toppled the regime of Saddam Hussain and dreamed that something democratic and free would emerge. European countries […]
Naso: Focus on the Family
This episode explores the Torah’s obsession with family and what it can teach us today. I also explain Sotah. Note, this is an explanation of […]
