Parshat Balak 5772
This week’s parsha is dominated by the story of Balak hiring the prophet Balaam to curse the Jewish people.
Shlomo Skinner
The Kosher Grapevine – Book Review
It’s Book Week here in Israel. Many of the Jewish publishers are participating. Even if you can’t make it to any of the local events, you will also find discounts online.
I suggest that you keep your eyes out for The Kosher Grapevine by Irving Langer, with an excellent introduction by Daniel Rogov, ztl.
The Mystery of the Cushite Woman
Parshat Behaalotcha 5772
This week’s parsha concludes with the incident of Miriam and Aaron speaking against Moses.
The Biblical Outlook – Book Review
With Shavuot just around the corner, it seems like an appropriate time to review The Biblical Outlook – Topics in Jewish Philosophy by Rabbi Shlomo Polachek.
The Value of a Person
Parshat Bechukotai 5772
This week we conclude Sefer Vayikra – Leviticus.
Strangely, the beginning of the last chapter doesn’t seem to be related to the rest of the book.
The Value of a Soul
Parshat Bechukotai 5772
This week’s parsha starts with the tochachah / admonition of the Jewish people.
Then the Torah discusses various vows and contributions that a person can make.
Is Shopping Permitted?
Parshat Behar 5772
I’m sure you that either you enjoy shopping or you know someone who does. Is shopping permitted? If so, what is the proper way to do it?
Money and Words
Parshat Behar 5772
We’ve all heard the little ditty:
Sticks and stones may break my bones,
But words will never hurt me.
You were probably told this by a well-meaning adult after some bully harassed you.
Let’s see if the Torah agrees with the ditty.
Working for a Living
Parshat Emor 5772
I’m using a different format this week because I want to discuss a practical topic.
Also, there is a special opportunity available for just a few days this week that I want to let you know about.
If you want to skip everything and go straight to the special offer, you’ll find it at the end of this post. 🙂