Bereshith 5781-2020
“The Origins and Meaning of Evil”
(updated and revised from Bereshith 5762-2001)
When the world was created, Scripture informs us that G-d saw all that He had created and that it was "very good." If that's the case, then how was evil introduced? Apparently, evil was introduced when human beings defied G-d. Fortunately, G-d has given humankind the opportunity to repair the world through good deeds and the technological skills that can eliminate most, if not all, of the world’s evils.
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Nitzavim-Rosh Hashana 5779-2018
“Whatever Became of Sin?”
Parashat Nitzavim has been called “one of the greatest expositions on repentance in the Torah.” How appropriate it is to read these deeply inspiring words during the High Holy Day season.
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Yom Kippur 5775-2014
“The High Priest’s Dilemma–What to Wear on Yom Kippur?”
Why was it necessary for the High Priest to change from his golden garments to the white garments five times on Yom Kippur?
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Noah 5774-2013
"Making a Name for Ourselves"
The narrative of the Tower of Babel represents a profound protest against human hubris and over-confidence.
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Vayishlach 5773-2012
"Gid Ha’nasheh: The Sinew of the Thigh"
Why are Jews forbidden to eat "Gid Ha’nasheh,” the sinew of the thigh?
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Noah 5771-2010
“Man’s Struggle with Evil”
In parashat Noah we learn much about man’s struggle with evil. Furthermore, there are quite a few unexpected similarities between the times of Noah and contemporary times.
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Kee Teitzei 5769-2009
"Ben Sorer U'Moreh--The Rebellious Son"
The case of Ben Sorer U'moreh, the prodigal son, is one of the most complex in Jewish law. Whether the Ben Sorer U'moreh actually existed is subject to dispute. Nevertheless, there is much to learn from the rules governing the treatment of the prodigal child.
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Bereshith 5762-2001
"The Origins and Meanings of Evil"
When the world was created, Scripture informs us that G-d saw all that He had created and that it was "very good." If that's the case, then how was evil introduced? Apparently, evil was introduced when human beings defied G-d. Fortunately, G-d has given humankind the opportunity to repair the world through good deeds and by making human technological progress possible.
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