“He replied, “I can only repeat faithfully what the Lord puts in my mouth.” (Numbers 23:12) Here’s Parashat Balak in a nutshell: a xenophobic ruler (Balak) fears the foreigners approaching … Continued
Parashat Chukat (Numbers 19:1-22:1)
“They journeyed from Kadesh and the Children of Israel arrived- the entire assembly-at Mount Hor.” (Numbers 20:22) Parashat Chukat commands the Israelites to find a parah adumah, a free and … Continued
View from Jerusalem – The Kotel
On Sunday, the Israeli government demonstrated the true meaning of politics by doing not necessarily what is right, or even what it believes in, but rather, took a long hard … Continued
Parashat Korach (Numbers 16:1-18:32)
“When Moses heard it he fell on his face.” (Numbers 16:4) Korach is a trouble maker. That’s why God warns the Israelites to stay away from him: “Separate yourself … Continued
Parashat Sh’lach L’cha (Numbers 13:1-15:41)
“I the Lord am your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt to be your God: I, the Lord your God.” (Numbers 15:41) Sh’lach L’cha is a … Continued
A View From Jerusalem – June 2017
True colors are beautiful …“But I see your true colors Shining through I see your true colors And that’s why I love you So don’t be afraid to let them … Continued
Discovering a new way to celebrate Israel
by Liran Shoseyov Yesterday I fell in love—with what you might ask? I fell in love with parades! I understand that parades are very common in New York and every … Continued
Parashat B’ha-alot’cha (Numbers 8:1-12:16)
“You shall place the Levites in attendance upon Aaron and his sons, and designate them as an elevation offering to the Lord.” (Numbers 8:13) Parashat B’ha-a lot’cha describes the Israelites’ … Continued
Parashat Naso (Numbers 4:21-7:89)
“The Lord spoke to Moses, saying,’ Take a census of the sons of Gershon, as well, according to their fathers’ household, according to their families.’” (Numbers 4:21) Parashat Naso contains … Continued
Parashat Bamidbar (Numbers 1:1-4:20)
“The Lord spoke to Moses, saying,’ Advance the tribe of Levi and place them in attendance upon Aaron the priest to serve him.’” (Numbers 3:5) Parashat Bamidbar (in the wilderness), … Continued