Parashat Shmini: Guarding a pure heart
The Hebrew word timtum means “blockage” or “dullness.” Forbidden foods can lead to this blockage – to emotional numbness and a diminished ability to perceive spiritual depth.
Judaism
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Before the song: On Passover, Miriam leads with rhythm when the path is unclear
The hidden well: Exploring Miriam's leadership as a source of hope in war's shadow
On Purim, Jewish tradition tells us to give to anyone who asks, no questions required - opinion
On the day we wear masks, we are commanded not to look away. This Purim, when a hand reaches out, give. Start with something that feels like too much.
Parashat Zachor: Remembering Amalek in every generation
Amalek exploits spiritual weakness; Parashat Zachor calls on us to strengthen our identity and faith in every generation.
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Israel must advance permits for egalitarian Western Wall plaza, High Court orders
The ruling followed a hearing earlier last week, during which justices pressed state and municipal representatives over why worshippers at the egalitarian section still cannot reach the Wall.
Israel’s Chief Rabbi Kalman Ber visits Monaco Jewish community
Rabbi Kalman Ber’s historic Monaco visit strengthened Israel ties and uplifted the Jewish community amid rising antisemitism.
Parashat Teruma: Sanctifying the heart
Each person is a walking Temple; each has the power to build a dwelling place for the Creator of the world within his or her heart.
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Parashat Teruma: Religion in partial measures
Even the ark’s imperfect measurements teach a profound lesson: living God’s will is a human endeavor, full of effort, devotion, and partial success.
Parashat Mishpatim: All or nothing
Loyalty to a path means saying, “I belong. Sometimes I will fail, sometimes I will err, but I am all in.” This is completely different from saying “I like this, but I don’t like that.”
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