Call Me in the Morning

Has this ever happened to you? You think everything’s ok, and suddenly you’re caught up in a confrontation! It’s like a punch to the gut. In this week’s Torah portion, Moses is challenged by his cousin, Korach. Korach approaches Moses in a clear confrontation, along...

Sacred, Not Scared

In Parshat Shlach, we read the painful story of the meraglim — the twelve scouts sent by Moshe to get a better feel about life in the Land of Israel. Ten of them return with a terrifying report. They speak of mighty giants, fortified cities, and an impossible mission....

Our Inner Light

Parashat Beha’alotcha opens with the lighting of the menorah—a surprising choice, given that most Temple-related service is detailed in the book of Vayikra. Why emphasize this mitzvah here? The menorah represents the inner fire, the vitality and energy within a...