“You shall not render an unfair decision: do not favor the poor or show deference to the rich; judge your kinsman fairly.” (Leviticus 19:15) We read two parashot (portions) this … Continued
Parashat Acharei Mot-Kedoshim (Leviticus 16:1-20:27)
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Archives for April 2015
Parashat Tazria-Metzora (Leviticus 12:1-13:59)
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“The priest shall order two live clean birds, cedar wood, crimson stuff, and hyssop to be brought for him who is to be cleansed.” (Leviticus 14:4) We read two parashot … Continued
Yom Hazikaron – Israel’s Remembrance Day for Fallen Soldiers and Victims of Terror
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Today, Israel and the Jewish world observes Yom Hazikaron, Israel’s national Remembrance Day for Fallen Soldiers and Victims of Terrorism, and ceremonies nationwide honor the 23,320 servicemen and victims of … Continued
Parashat Sh’mini (Leviticus 9:1-11:47)
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“And you must teach the Israelites all the laws which the Lord has imparted to them through Moses.” (Leviticus 10:11) Parashat Sh’mini is a bit of a shocker. After seven … Continued
The ways we remember
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“We are still here. And no matter what, we shall continue to be here to tell people so they can learn from our history.” Elie Wiesel At exactly 10 a.m. … Continued
Last Day of Pesach (Passover) (Deuteronomy 14:22-16:17)
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“After eating unleavened bread six days, you shall hold a solemn gathering for the Lord your God on the seventh day; you shall do no work.” (Deuteronomy 16:8) The last … Continued
First Day of Pesach (Passover) (Exodus 12:21-51)
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“You shall observe this as an institution for all time, for you and for your descendants.” (Exodus 12:24) Because the first day of Pesach falls on Shabbat, the regular cycle … Continued