Re’eh 5776-2016
“Preserving the Sanctity of Sacred Objects and Sacred Ideas"
The land of Israel, is only one part of the “cult of sanctity” that is central to the Jewish faith. It is, therefore, quite logical to treat all of Judaism’s central features and traditions with utmost awe and sanctity.
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Eikev 5776-2016
“Caring for the Weak and the Vulnerable"
Many, if not most of the mitzvot of the Torah are revolutionary. Yet, perhaps none is more remarkable than the mitzvah to love the stranger, and caring for the weak and the vulnerable.
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Devarim 5776-2016
“Moses the Stammerer, Becomes a World-Class Orator"
At the Burning Bush, Moses describes himself as “a stammerer and stutterer.” The book of Deuteronomy testifies, however, that the tongue-tied Moses was apparently transformed into a bold and talented orator, whose words resound throughout the world to this very day.
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