Rabbi Joan Glazer Farber
B'reishit: Creating a Meaningful World
There are many different ways to understand the majestic account of the Creation described in the beginning of the Torah. One approach is to read Genesis 1 in conjunction with a passage from the Jewish morning service: "God renews the work of Creation every day, constantly." This text puts the
The Sacred Art of Listening
FOCAL POINT And Pharaoh said to Joseph, "I have had a dream, but no one can interpret it. Now I have heard it said of you that for you to hear a dream is to tell its meaning." Joseph answered Pharaoh, saying, "Not I! God will see to Pharaoh's welfare."
Creating a Meaningful World
There are many different ways to understand the majestic account of the Creation described in the beginning of the Torah. One approach is to read Genesis 1 in conjunction with a passage from the Jewish morning service: "God renews the work of Creation every day, constantly." This text puts the
Purim and M’gillat Esther
Purim is just around the corner. Your congregation is making plans for the celebration, whether those plans include a carnival or a spiel, there is a sense of excitement in the air. These festivities are rooted in the Bible, more specifically in M’gillat
Tu BiSh’vat: Resources
In a few weeks we will be celebrating Tu BiSh’vat. There are numerous approaches you could take in planning your celebration. The information on Tu BiSh’vat includes resources for seders, historical background and links to related topics.
Trees and the
