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Ruth: The Paradigm of Lovingkindness
The first time we are introduced to Ruth is as the wife of Machlon, who is one of Elimelech’s sons.
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The Unknown Side of Esther HaMalka
Esther was a queen of mystery. She acted with supreme tzniut in concealing herself…
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Bnot Tzelofchad: Female Agents of Change
Every word in the Torah teaches us something; no single term is excessive or unnecessary.
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Chava, The Giver
Adam and Chava lived in a place of exquisite perfection. Their world was beautiful and rich, filled with every physical and spiritual comfort imaginable. Their only command was not to eat of the Tree of Knowledge, the Eitz Hadaas. However, within one day of their creation, the snake had enticed Chava to eat of its…
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Rachel: The Power of Silence
“A cry is heard in Ramah— Wailing, bitter weeping— Rachel weeping for her children. She refuses to be comforted For her children, who are gone. Thus said G-d: Restrain your voice from weeping, Your eyes from shedding tears; For there is a reward for your labor —declares the LORD: They shall return from the enemy’s…
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Ruth: From Princess to Pauper and Back Again
Why do we read The Book of Ruth on Shavuot? Unlike other holidays where the readings are directly linked (e.g., Megillat Esther on Purim, Eichah on Tisha B’Av, etc.), Megillat Ruth doesn’t appear to have a clear connection to Shavuot itself. In fact, there are multiple reasons given as to the why. A few include:…
