The speech at the Oscars was difficult to hear, but not shocking if you know Jewish history.
Punishment vs. Consequences
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In Touch with G-d’s Will
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Do you need to be told everything, or do you understand what to do on your own? Betzalel’s behavior might be illuminating.
Are You All In?
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The lesson the half-shekel can teach us about our commitment to Judaism.
Share the Mitzvah
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Which Jewish leaders were wealthy and wise? And why didn’t Moses pay for the whole Mishkan if he could afford it?
The Test of Truth
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It's hard to be a hero, but it's easier when you do it “on a limited basis”.
The Solar Eclipse
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Who is missing from the Torah’s narrative this week, and how does that reflect on Israeli soldiers?
YOU SNOOZE, YOU LOSE!
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The Altar had a ramp, not steps. Was that to be handicapped accessible? Or perhaps, do ramps teach us an important lesson…
Put Others First
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American Jews are worried about the Israelis, and Israeli Jews are worried about Americans. What is wrong with us?
DON’T IGNORE THE HOST AT THE PARTY
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What was the point of the Temple? Does G-d really need a home? And where did the Arabs get the story of Mohammed’s rise to heaven?
In Judaism – Be Square!
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A Jewish symbol currently displayed in Jewish institutions worldwide was once used against the Jews. What is that symbol, and what is the correct course of action?