Parsha: Mikeitz (2023)
After a beautiful and joyous Chanukah we reach the end of the school year and when people will be going on holidays. This weeks’ parsha is called “mikeitz” which comes from the Hebrew word for “End”. Perhaps we can find some wisdom in how to end a year and begin a new one The parsha lays out the […]
Parsha: Vayeishev (2023)
B”H As we kindle the Chanukah lights this year, and gaze at its flames, we can reflect on its message to us as a people. One very important element of the Chanukah lights is “Pirsumei Nisa” (publicity of the miracle).There is a Halachik requirement to display the lights in a way that all can see, […]
Parsha: Vayishlach (2023)
How do we respond to success? What’s the Jewish way to react when we finally achieved what we have been working for, over a long period of time? In many circles it can be a moment of feeling bigger and better about ourselves, perhaps even haughty and overconfident. Yaakov our forefather has a completely opposite […]
Parsha: Vayeitzei (2023)
It seems to be a trend to find your spouse by a well. Many of our forefathers and leaders found their soul mate by a wellThis story seems to repeat itself over and over. Why by the well ? What is unique about a well that this becomes the meeting place for marriage and building […]
Parsha: Toldot (2023)
B’H“Better to be the tail of the lion than the head of a fox.” So says the sagacious words of Pirkei Avot (ethics of our Fathers). Although there is lots of depth and meaning in that statement, however the simple meaning is an important life message and indeed a life skill as well. Here the […]
Parsha: Vayeira (2023)
Don’t look back!” this was the last warning that was given to Lot’s family as they ran away from Sedom. This week’s Parsha includes the story of the destruction of the city of Sedom as Avraham’s relatives escape the danger. Indeed Irit, the wife of Lot (Avraham’s nephew) did look back and was punished and […]
Parsha: Chaya Sara (2023)
B’HI write this message from 10,000 meters in the air. I’m on my way to a Rabbis conference where thousands of Rabbis gather yearly to brainstorm, get inspired, and return back to our communities with renewed vigor. This years conference will be like no other. With our focus on supporting Israel and the global Jewish […]
Parsha: Lech-Lecha (2023)
To be kind is the very nature of a Jew.You can tell someone is Jewish, if they have the characteristics of humility, compassion, and generosity. The Talmud teaches us that you can begin to identify Jewish lineage when you see these traits. This works in the reverse as well. The Parsha this week introduces us […]
Parsha: Noach (2023)
Last Friday night here in Shule, was remarkable. The feeling of unity, courage and inspiration was palpable. We got together as one family, we spoke, we sang, and showed our love and support for our homeland, Israel. The huge turnout of people was a moment of healing and empowerment. One friend said to me “Rabbi, […]
Parsha: Bereshit (2023)
Am Yisrael Chai! In a time when our enemies choose darkness and evil, we must respond with bringing more light and more pride to ourselves and our community. We are all searching for a message or inspiring thought to hold onto. Perhaps we can find it in the very first opening words of our holy […]