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Parashat Re’eh
By Rabbi Dorit Edut and Cantor Liat Pelman A Dialogue on Blessings vs. “Curses“ Dorit: As we approach the month of Elul next week and thoughts of Rosh HaShanah are not far off, we are confronted by a verse in … Continue reading »
Parashat Re’eh
This week’s Torah portion begins with these words, “See, this day I present before you a blessing and a curse. Blessing, that you obey the commandments of the Lord your God that I enjoin upon you this day and curse … Continue reading »
Parashat Re’eh
August: the lazy days of summer. Our senses are filled with the beauty of late sunsets, the taste of fresh produce, the feeling of grass on bare feet. My family and I will be setting out on vacation shortly, a … Continue reading »
Parashat Re’eh
By Maralee Gordon Shabbat Re’eh is the beginning of Labor Day Weekend this year. Often we view Labor Day as its oxymoron-a day off from labor. But of course, it is meant to call attention to the contributions of workers … Continue reading »
Parashat Re’eh
By Irwin Huberman During periods of war and conflict, it is difficult to get up every day with a feeling of hope and optimism. On a daily basis, the Biblical commandment to ‘love your neighbour as yourself’ (Lev. 19:18) is … Continue reading »