“And Moses declared the appointed festivals of Adonai to the Children of Israel.” (Leviticus 23:44) The Book of Leviticus is known generally as Torat Kohanim, the Laws of the Priests, … Continued
Parashat K’doshim (Leviticus 19:1-20:27)
“Do not go about betraying your countrymen. Do not profit by the blood of your fellow; I am the Lord.” (Leviticus 19:16) The book of Leviticus is considered the heart of … Continued
Shabbat Chol Hamoed Pesach (The Intermediate Shabbat of Passover)(Exodus 33:12-34:26)
“God descended in a cloud and stood with him there, and he called out with God’s name.” (Exodus 34:5) We read a special selection from the Torah on each day … Continued
Getting global recognition as a Jewish State
As Jews around the world sit down at the seder table to celebrate the first night of Passover, or Pesach, we should all remember to rejoice and give thanks, while … Continued
Parashat Acharei Mot (Leviticus 16:1-18:27)
“My rules alone shall you observe, and faithfully follow My laws: I, the Lord am your God.” (Leviticus 18:4) Parashat Acharei Mot begins with a lengthy description of the Yom … Continued
Parashat Metzora (Leviticus 14:1-15:33)
“And the purifying priest shall set the man to be purified, and those things, before God, at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting.” (Leviticus 14: 11) Parashat Metzora describes what … Continued
Prayer book for U.S. military a unique collaboration of all Jewish denominations
A unique prayer book commissioned by the JWB Jewish Chaplains Council will be first used at Shabbat services on Friday and Saturday, March 28-29 during the JCC Association Biennial in … Continued
Parashat Tazria (Leviticus 12:1-13:59)
“All the days that the affliction is upon him he shall remain contaminated; he is contaminated. He shall dwell in isolation; his dwelling shall be outside the camp.” (Leviticus 13:46) … Continued
How does Judaism fit in the Jewish State and their military?
Today the Jewish world celebrates Purim, one of the happiest Jewish holidays. Although Purim is associated mostly with children, it is in my opinion one of the most serious holidays, … Continued
Parashat Tzav (Leviticus 6:1-8:36)
“Moses took the anointing oil and anointed the Tabernacle and all that was in it, thus consecrating them.” (Leviticus 8:5) Parashat Tzav adds more details to the instructions for performance … Continued