From the sanctification of the new month to the building of the Mishkan the responsibility given to the Jewish people to determine time, sanctify space and bring the Divine Presence into the world.
Who Decides: the Moon or the Court
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A Mishkan—Made in China
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The historic Jewish community in China has a unique resonance with this week’s parsha.
Young Prophets
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The Bibas tragedy & the power of Jewish children.
Have Faith In Humanity
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When Poland was reeling from accusations of antisemitism, Israel’s ambassador knew how to navigate the situation.
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?
The Groom is Already Here
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What made a top actor drop everything and embrace his yiddishkeit?
Eyewitness Testimony
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What is the best proof that something occurred? How do we know there was a holocaust? How do we know the Torah is from G-d? And what if science claims to find conflicting evidence?
Smitten with Love
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Does Israel exist because of the Holocaust or despite it? Was the Tabernacle built because of the golden calf or despite it? And what did the rabbi say when a young yeshiva student was smitten?
Mitzvos Are Not Just for Sinners
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Why is the story of the Tabernacle our of order? And what does it say about “sinners” who need to repent in synagogue?