Between Hope and Humanity (Shemini 5779)
It should have been the great day of celebration. The Tabernacle, Israel’s first collective house of worship, was complete. All … Read more
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Refusing Comfort, Keeping Hope (Vayeshev 5779)
The deception has taken place. Joseph has been sold into slavery. His brothers dipped his coat in blood. They bring … Read more
The Limits of Grief (Re’eh 5777)
“You are children of the Lord your God. Do not cut yourselves or shave the front of your heads for … Read more
Healing the Trauma of Loss (Chukat 5776)
It took me two years to recover from the death of my father, of blessed memory. To this day, almost … Read more
