Vayeitzei – Words, Words, Words — By Ben
“Actions speak louder than words.” “A picture is worth a thousand words.” “Sticks and stones can break my bones but words can never hurt me.” There’s no denying that language […]
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Toldos – A Bad Deal? — By Ben
I’ve been keenly interested in the the story of Yaakov and Esav ever since the TV show LOST introduced its mysterious deity-like figure Jacob and his unnamed evil brother. The brothers had much […]
Chayei Sarah – The First Wedding — By Ben
Granted the first marriage was between Adam and Eve. And yes, there were obviously weddings that took place after; Noah, his sons, Abraham and Sarah. But with parsha Chayei Sarah we get the […]
Vayeira – What’s More Important than Being with God? – By Ben
Imagine you have an appointment to meet the President of the United States. If you’re not a fan of our current President, please substitute accordingly. Hours before the arrival, secret […]
The Circle Of Life, The Scrolls Of Life – Life’s Lessons In Torah – By Marc
The timing is perfect. Well, it was perfect a few weeks ago, and I am once again playing catch up… Kosher Catsup… Thank you, I’ll be here next week! No, […]
Lech Lecha – A Sentence of Slavery — By Ben
Lech Lecha is particularly special to me because it was my bar mitzvah parsha. Granted I remember almost nothing save for the first line (insert sing-songy Vi-ya-heee Avraham). Sadly, upon […]
Six Degrees Of Kosher Bacon 