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Naso: The Centrality of Peace in Judaism
This week’s parsha contains the fascinating laws of the Isha Sotah, literally translated as the ‘wayward woman.’
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Bamidbar: Inside and Out
Rav Chaim Vital writes that the way in which a husband treats his wife is a reflection of all of his middot (character traits).
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Bechukotai: Distance Makes the Heart Grow Fonder
Hashem is encouraging us that familiarity with us will never cause Him to look down on us or to seek distance.
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Behar: A Godly Vision
There are some decisions in life that just seem so obvious. Should we move to a warm community or an unfriendly one? Send to an excellent school or a poor one?
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Emor: The Strength in Soft Speech
This week’s parsha is called Emor, from the early words of the portion ‘Emor el hakohanim,’ ‘Say to the priests.’
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Acharei Mot: Distancing Ourselves from Non-Jewish Practices
This week’s parsha makes reference to what we call “chukot hagoy,” which means the practices of other nations.
