Parsha
On Shabbat Nachamu, Isaiah reminds us that human power is just an illusion
Isaiah declares, “Behold, the nations are as a drop from a bucket, and are regarded as the dust on the scales... All the nations are as nothing before Him” (Isaiah 40:15,17).
Parashat Hukat: A life of meaning
Beyond the Headlines: A letter from New Zealand - opinion
Beyond the headlines: Finding an anchor in the shelter - opinion
Parashat Bechukotai: Why work hard?
There is no more appropriate preparation for Shavuot than profound Torah study.
Parashat Behar: Who is the servant and who is the master?
The produce grown in shmita year is considered holy, and all agricultural activity – including plowing, planting, pruning, and harvesting – is forbidden. It is designated for consumption only.
Parsha Emor: Being worthy of one’s role
The more an individual invests in being worthy of his/her role, the better he/she performs his/her role.
Parashat Kedoshim: A society that worships wisdom and understanding is a holy one
This weeks Parasha teaches us that Judaism’s attitude toward the elderly is one of respect and understanding.
Vezot habracha: The blessing of the Torah
The parsha opens with: “This is the blessing with which Moses, the man of God, blessed the Israelites farewell before he died” (Deut. 33:1).
What we can learn from the story of those who contributed eagerly, told to stop - opinion
In order to be of help to others, one must be on a certain moral and intellectual level, the writer explains.
Parshat Hayei Sarah: Short, courageous and practical
The second story in this week's parsha is Abraham’s servant going to Haran in Aram Naharayim to search for a bride for Isaac.
Parshat Hayei Sarah: Ketura, the figure & the kibbutz
Ramban claims Keturah was a Canaanite concubine, based on her description in the Book of Chronicles.
Chayei Sarah: What is love?
This is the first time the Torah mentions anyone loving someone, and of course, we are now faced with the question: what is love?
Vayera: The power of respecting others
Abraham is known as the biblical figure who is a gracious host after he leaves God to tend to his guests.
