Why Moses Couldn’t Enter Israel and Why the Temple Had to Be Destroyed
The destruction of the Temple is one of the greatest tragedies in Jewish history. But what if it was also a spiritual necessity?
Matos – Why Moses’ Final Battle Was with His Past
Why did Judaism’s greatest prophet end his story with an act of violent revenge? Confronting the chapters of our own past that refuse to let us grow.
Balak – When Perspective Threatens Identity
Why Balak was so threatened by the Jewish message.
Moses Saved His Life. Then He Tried to Destroy Him.
The tragic dynamic between Moses and Dasan, and the ultimate test of doing the right thing for the wrong people.
Shelach – Four Death Penalties and a Merciful God
I’m not a fan of the characterization of Hashem as the, “vengeful punishing God of the Old Testament.” To say that means you have to ignore all the wonders, blessings, […]
Beha’alosecha: Can Wanting to Relapse Be Worse Than Murder?
We’ve all looked back on bad decisions with rose-colored glasses.
The Israelites did too.
But according to the Or HaChaim, what they did in this week’s parsha may have been one of the most spiritually destructive things a person can do.
Naso: Why Teshuvah Requires Giving More Than 110%
The Torah’s blueprint for repentance reveals that we can’t just hand back what we took and call it even. We have to contribute to it. We have to upgrade it.
Getting Dr. Robby out of The Pitt
The Pitt’s most compelling character is falling apart. An ancient Jewish principle might be exactly what he needs.
The Firstborn Were Fired… So Why Must They Still Be Redeemed?
Can you still live your purpose when you didn’t make the cut?
Coincidences: Messages, Miracles, or Meshugas?
Is it just a coincidence, or is the universe trying to tell you something? This week’s post explores the thin line between “happenstance” and divine whispers, and why “looking up” might be the most important skill you ever develop.
Six Degrees Of Kosher Bacon 