spirituality
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Parshat Terumah, found in the book of Exodus, presents us with a detailed blueprint for the construction of the Mishkan, the portable sanctuary that served as a dwelling place for…
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Parsha Ki Tavo portrays Moses instructing the Israelites regarding the rituals that they are to perform once they enter the Promised Land. The Parsha discusses the offering of first fruits,…
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Parsha Ki Teitzei contains a collection of diverse commandments and laws that covers aspects of personal ethics, family life, community interactions, and societal conduct. It includes laws related to marriage…
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Parsha Shoftim focuses on the establishment of a just legal system and the appointment of righteous judges in the land of Israel. Moses instructs the people to appoint judges and…
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Moses sets before the Israelites the blessings that will come from following G_d’s commandments and warns them of the consequences of idolatry and disobedience in Parsha Re’eh. He emphasizes the…
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Tisha B’Av is a solemn day observed in the Jewish faith, which commemorates numerous tragedies and calamities throughout history. Although it is a day of mourning, Tisha B’Av also offers…
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Parsha Pinchas is filled with insightful lessons and moral teachings that hold relevance in our lives today. In this d’var Torah, I would like to explore the wisdom contained within…
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G_d often places people in our lives to help us move closer to our purpose. These people come in all different forms, from family and friends to teachers and mentors.…
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Life is an unpredictable journey with twists and turns that nobody can predict and plan for. One minute you could be soaring high, and the next you are down towards…
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The parsha Naso begins with the counting of the Levites, who were responsible for serving in the Tabernacle. The parsha also includes the incredibly detailed description of the sacrificial service…