“And let all among you who are skilled come and make all that the Lord has commanded.” (Exodus 35:10) Parashat Vayakhel opens with Moses assembling the entire Israelite people-men, women, … Continued
Parashat Ki Tisa (Exodus 30:11-34:35)
“When the people saw that Moses was so long in coming down from the mountain, the people gathered against Aaron and said him, ‘Come, make us a god who shall … Continued
Political Scandal: Sign of Collapse or Strength?
Lately, the leaders of the State of Israel seem to be tested again and again. Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert is accused of corruption; Israel’s former president, Moshe Katsav, was found … Continued
Parashat T’tzaveh (Exodus 27:30-30:10)
“You shall further instruct the Israelites to bring you clear oil of beaten olives for lighting, for kindling lamps regularly.” (Exodus 27:20) This week’s Torah perspective comes from Robin Ballin, … Continued
Parashat T’rumah (Exodus 25:1-27:19)
“And let them make me a sanctuary that I may dwell among them.” (Exodus 23:8) Parashat T’rumah sets forth the plans for building the mishkan, the Tabernacle. The mishkan’s importance … Continued
Parashat T’rumah (Exodus 26:1 -27:19)
“And let them make me a sanctuary that I may dwell among them.” (Exodus 23:8) Parashat T’rumah sets forth the plans for building the mishkan, the Tabernacle. The mishkan’s importance … Continued
Parshat Mishpatim (Exodus 21:1-24:18)
“…All the things the Lord has commanded we will do.” (Exodus 24:3) It would be easy to think that with the Reed Sea split, the Israelites delivered from Egypt, and … Continued
Parashat Yitro (Exodus 18:1-20:23)
“Now, then, if you will obey me faithfully and keep my covenant, you shall be my treasured possession among all the peoples.” (Exodus 19:5) Morton L. Mandel, a past president … Continued
An Israeli New Year’s
The secular year of 2010 ended exactly two weeks ago. Although we wish each other Shana Tova at Rosh Hashanah in the fall, more and more Israelis celebrate New Year … Continued
Parashat B’shalach (Exodus 13:17-17:16)
“Let the Egyptians know that I am God, when I gain glory through Pharoah, his chariots, and his horsemen.” (Exodus 14:18) This week’s Torah perspective comes from Rabbi Barry R. … Continued