Category Archives: Torah

This week’s Torah portion is Vayakhel, Exodus 35:1–38:20. Last week’s Torah portion covers Exodus 30:11–34:35. Listen. * Chayenu on Exodus 1: “After Joseph settled his brothers and their families in Goshen, their extraordinary fertility quickly aroused the concern of Pharoah, … Continue reading →

This week’s Torah portion covers Exodus 30:11–34:35. It is the 21st parasha after Simchat Torah. MP3. * The Jews waiting for Moses seemed to have insecure attachment. They got anxious when he didn’t return and they acted out. * God … Continue reading →

Today is Purim. * Tabletmag: “The three faces of Esther.” Here is an interview of Israeli thinker Yoram Hazony on his book on Esther. * He says that many people find the Old Testament too dark and violent. They avoid … Continue reading →

Listen. * This week’s Torah portion according to Wikipedia: “The parashah reports God’s commands to bring olive oil for the lamp, to make sacred garments for the priests, to conduct an ordination ceremony, and to make an incense altar.” * … Continue reading →

This week’s Torah portion is Terumah (gifts). MP3. * Is President Trump doing enough to combat anti-Semitism? Are Jews doing enough to combat anti-Gentilism? * This week’s Torah portion is not immediately compelling but it helps to believe that God … Continue reading →