And you shall not erect for yourselves a pillar, which the Lord your God hates.” (Deut. 16:22) Parashat Shoftim opens with the command, “You shall appoint judges and officers in … Continued
Operation Protective Edge — Day 28 The 50th day of fighting between Israel and Hamas brings incessant rocket fire toward Israel’s south and Israel’s center. So far more than 100 … Continued
Update from JCC Israel Center
Operation Protective Edge — Day 46 Since Hamas renewed firing missiles on Tuesday afternoon, hundreds of rockets have been launched at Israel. Some have made direct hits, including, very sadly, a four-year-old … Continued
Parashat R’eih (Deuteronomy 11:26-16:12)
“Bear in mind that you were slaves in Egypt, and take care to obey these laws.” (Deut. 16:12) Parashat R’eih is the Torah’s response to anyone who says, ”I have … Continued
Update from JCC Israel Center
Operation Protective Edge — day 39“The days in between” There is a great sense of uncertainty in the air. Yes, the ground operation is behind us, our troops are back on … Continued
Parashat Eikev (Deuteronomy 7:12-11:25)
“Love, therefore, the Lord your God, and always keep His charge, His laws, His rules, and His commandments.” (Deuteronomy 11:1) Parashat Eikev offers a front-row seat for the unfolding of … Continued
Update from JCC Israel Center
Shabbat message— Operation Protective Edge continues So close — but not there yet. We were so close to a return to normalcy, to what an Israeli summer should be: sun, beach, … Continued
Parashat Va-etchanan (Deut. 3:23-7:11)
“You shall say to your child, ‘We were slaves to Pharaoh in Egypt, and God took us out of Egypt with a strong hand.’” (Deuteronomy 6:21) Parashat Va-etchanan includes both … Continued
Update from JCC Israel Center
Operation Protective Edge — Day 29 And hopefully the last day of war and the first of a wonderful, normal summer! Both Israel and Hamas have agreed to the Egyptian … Continued
Update from JCC Israel Center
Operation Protective Edge — Day 28 Yesterday Israel buried four of her best sons, courageous soldiers, our heroes. They were killed in the Rafah battle on Friday. Among them is … Continued