Category: Torah Portions
UNDERSTANDING THE ‘NEW COVENANT’ (2)
In one of his final addresses to the Jewish nation Moses introduces a ‘covenant’ that... Read More
UNDERSTANDING THE ‘NEW COVENANT’ (1)
In one of his final addresses to the Jewish nation Moses introduces a ‘covenant’ that... Read More
THE MYSTERY OF THE SUPERFLUOUS CURSE
One of the most dramatic moments during the last few weeks of Moses’ life was... Read More
THE PURSUIT OF TRANSCENDENT HAPPINESS
It has become an axiom of modern civilization that happiness is crucial. Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826)... Read More
YOUR CHARITY ZONE IS NOT YOUR COMFORT ZONE
It was reported this week that Dallas, Texas, is now one of America’s most philanthropic... Read More
THE JEWISH VIEW ON MAGIC AND SORCERY (2)
Among the many mitzvot in parshat Shoftim is the prohibition against various different types of... Read More
FINDING GOD IN EVERYTHING WE DO
Over the years I have studiously avoided engaging in theological disputations and religious apologetics. Anyone... Read More
THE JEWISH VIEW ON MAGIC AND SORCERY (1)
Among the many mitzvot in parshat Shoftim is the prohibition against various different types of... Read More