Tazria-Metzorah 5770-2010
"The Human Animal" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald On three of the next four Shabbatot, the Torah readings will consist of combined parashiot. The main reason for the doubling up is to make…
Getting Air
Take a long walk, enjoy the spring air and praise God's beautiful creation.
Coincidence?
Appreciate the incredible acts of creation by noting the incredible diversity of life.
Nature’s Rules
When you think about the "Laws of Nature," like gravity, take a moment to be in awe of the fine details of God's creation.
Metzorah 5763-2003
"The Nidah--Affirming the Value of the Sanctity of Life" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald Towards the end of this week's parasha, parashat Metzorah, we learn the laws of the Zav, the Baal…
Astronomical Awe
Observe the incredible workings of the heavens and be inspired by the wonders of creation.
Try and Count
Stand outside on a clear night and observe the stars and the planets. This is an excellent exercise in feeling awe for the acts of creation.
Korach 5781-2021
Korach 5781-2021 “The Origin of the ‘Big Lie’” (updated and revised from Korach 5762-2002) by, Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In this week’s Torah portion, parashat Korach, we read of Korach…
The Danger of Atomic Technology
Learn about Robert Oppenheimer, the “father of the atomic bomb” and his efforts following its creation to decry its future use for negative purposes.
Yom Kippur 5782-2021
“Smashing the Golden Calves” (updated and revised from Yom Kippur 5764-2003) by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald Virtually all the holidays and festivals of the Jewish calendar revolve around…