Naso for Tots
In this parashah, the Hebrew word "naso," as it relates to taking a census of our family members, can suggest that not only are we counting our family members but also telling about them as well.
Be a Voice for Reproductive Rights
I’ll never forget Sarah.
Interfaith Families: Reform Judaism Sees You, Welcomes You, is You!
Vayechi for Tweens
Learn more about Va-y'chi, the final parashah in B'reishit in this edition of Torah for Tweens.
Sh'lach L'cha for Tots
But the notables who had gone up with him said, "We cannot attack that people, for it is stronger than we." Thus they spread calumnies among the Israelites about the land they had scouted, saying, "The country that we traversed and scouted is one that devours its
Criticism: A Gift of Love and Hope
As I prepare this commentary, it is early January, and we are reading through the first few parashiyot from the Book of Exodus. For three weeks, we have been following the dramatic story of Moses's emergence as a leader and his confrontation with Pharaoh.
Balaam: A Case Study in True Prophecy
This week's Torah portion centers on the story of Balak, King of Moab and Balaam, a foreign prophet. In Numbers 22:3 we learn that Israel had become numerous, which made the Midianites and Moabites nervous. Balak wished to wage war against Israel, but needed a "go" sign before engaging them.