Category Archives: Torah

Parsha Korach (Numbers 16:1–18:32) 6-10-18

Posted on June 10, 2018 by Luke Ford

Listen here. Wikipedia: “Korah and his band asked Moses and Aaron why they placed themselves above the rest of the community, for the entire congregation is holy.” As Tears for Fears put it, everybody wants to rule the world. J* … Continue reading →

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Parshat Acharei-Kedoshim (Leviticus 16:1–20:27)

Posted on April 22, 2018 by Luke Ford

From Chabad.org: Following the deaths of Nadav and Avihu, G‑d warns against unauthorized entry “into the holy.” Only one person, the kohen gadol (“high priest”), may—but once a year, on Yom Kippur—enter the innermost chamber in the Sanctuary to offer … Continue reading →

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Parasha Beshalach (Exodus 13:17–17:16)

Posted on January 20, 2018 by Luke Ford

Listen here and here. According to Wikipedia: “In this parashah, Pharaoh changes his mind and sends his army after the Jewish people, trapping them at the Sea of Reeds. God commands Moses to split the sea, allowing them to pass, … Continue reading →

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Parasha Shemot (Exodus 1-6) 12-31-17

Posted on December 31, 2017 by Luke Ford

My tradition teaches a message of radical inclusion and love. Will you sit down and learn Torah with me, and learn love? Listen here and here. Wikipedia: “The parashah tells of the Israelites’ affliction in Egypt, the hiding and rescuing … Continue reading →

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Parasha Vayechi (Gen. 47:28-50:26)

Posted on December 24, 2017 by Luke Ford

Listen here and here and here. Watch. This week’s Torah portion concludes the Book of Genesis: “The parashah tells of Jacob’s request for burial in Canaan, Jacob’s blessing of Joseph’s sons Ephraim and Manasseh, Jacob’s blessing of his sons, Jacob’s … Continue reading →

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