Tag Archives: torah class

The Ballad Of Sammy

Posted on July 17, 2011 by Luke Ford

I met this bird at a Shabbat dinner at a nice Orthodox home in my neighborhood. At the time, I was a bit socially retarded during the week. So when I got an invite for Shabbos, I was a bit … Continue reading →

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Taking Strong Views

Posted on June 29, 2010 by Luke Ford

Dennis Prager says in his 15th lecture on Deuteronomy (2003) that he teaches to no particular group. “Most people who take positions have a specific group they appeal to. My appeal is to people individually than groupwise. Most people teaching … Continue reading →

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Luke Ford’s Secret Diary

Posted on October 14, 2009 by Luke Ford

I’ve been keeping a journal since July 15, 2009. Here are some excerpts: July 15. I met a new friend in yoga. She’s tall and meaty. I like her body. I like how fit and flexible she is. She meditates … Continue reading →

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Running Over Others In My Rush To Hear Torah

Posted on March 4, 2009 by Luke Ford

So I cut out of Alexander Technique class early so I can arrive on time to my 12:30 pm Torah class. I curse at other drivers on the road, particularly one guy ahed of mewho’s stopped and waiting for the … Continue reading →

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Wahe Guru – What Have You Done To Me?

Posted on February 25, 2009 by Luke Ford

I’m in yoga. I went to be flexible for my Torah class later in the evening, flexible enough to see alternative readings of the sacred text, alternative interpretations, alternative ways out of religious obligation. We’re asked to move our mats … Continue reading →

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