“For the name of the Lord I proclaim; Give glory to our God!” (Deut. 32:3) On each day of Rosh Hashana we recite the phrase, hayom harat olam, today the … Continued
Parashat Nitzavim-Vayelech (Deuteronomy 29:9-31:30)
“That day, Moses wrote down this poem and taught it to the Israelites.” (Deut. 31:22) We read two parashot (portions) this week because of how the Jewish calendar is calculated. … Continued
Parashat Ki Tavo (Deuteronomy 26:1-29:8)
“This day, Adonai your God, commands you to perform these decrees and the statutes, and you shall observe and perform them with all your heart and with all your soul.” … Continued
Update from JCC Israel Center
A Shabbat message — of memory and mercy For 11 Israeli families, and for many more in Israel and around the Jewish world, today is a day of sorrow. Forty-two … Continued
Parashat Ki Teitzei (Deuteronomy 21:10-25:19)
“When you go out as a troop against your enemies, be on your guard against anything untoward.” (Deut. 23:10) Parashat Ki Teitzei contains laws regarding individuals and their obligations to … Continued
Parashat Shoftim (Deuteronomy 16:18-21:9)
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