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Shemini: The Day After?

This week, Israelis (other than those up north) were asked to shift almost overnight – from 39 days of war marked by sirens, running to shelters, and sleepless nights – to a return to routine: work, school, and, hopefully, a full night’s sleep. How do we understand this “day after” in light of all we…

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Tzav and Pesach: Strength Through Thanks

Can we find ways to express thankfulness even in the midst of war and uncertainty? Parshat Tzav and Pesach suggest that we can – and even more, that it can help sustain us. Parshat Tzav describes the korban todah, brought after a person experiences a personal miracle – such as, according to the Talmud, recovery…

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Vayikra: The Call to Us

The opening of parshat Vayikra – when God calls to Moshe and invites him into the Mishkan – offers a powerful perspective on, and deep appreciation for, the challenging yet historic time we are living through in Israel. Although Sefer Vayikra begins a new book with seemingly different themes, the Ramban sees it as a…

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Vayakhel-Pikudei: Renewal and Repair

Parshat Vayakhel–Pikudei coincides this year with Shabbat HaChodesh. Together, these readings highlight themes of renewal and repair. The book of Shemot ends with a description of the kelim (vessels) used in the mishkan. The final object is the kiyor (basin), from which Moshe and Aaron are commanded to wash their hands and feet. This practice…

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