Shalom from Jerusalem, As we enter the New Year according to the Hebrew calendar, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your steadfast partnership and investment in putting a smile … Read More
His Peace in the Chaos
Parashat Beresheet: In the Beginning Beresheet (Genesis) 1:1-6:8 Haftarah: Isaiah 42:5-43:10 As we embark on a new cycle of Torah readings, we find ourselves revisiting the first chapters of Beresheet, also known as “Genesis”. This … Read More
Sukkot: A Prophetic Journey from the Desert to the Kingdom
As we are amid the celebration of Sukkot (the Feast of Booths or Tabernacles), we are reminded of its deep roots in history and its significance for the future. Sukkot is one of the most … Read More
The Lord, He is God!
Shabbat Chol HaMoed Sukkot Exodus 32:12–34:26 Haftarah: Ezekiel 38:18–39:16 This week’s Torah and Haftarah portions call us to reflect on the intricate balance between human failure, divine judgment, and God’s grace. The narrative of the … Read More
Yom Kippur: Hope for Redemption
By: Moran Rosenblit We are in the midst of times of profound significance—appointed times set by God for the children of Israel. Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, stands as the most solemn day on the … Read More
Yom Kippur: Reflect, Repent, & Recalibrate
Parasha: Leviticus 16:1-34 Maftir: Numbers 29:7-11 Haftarah: Jonah 1:1-4:11, Micah 7:18-20 As we enter Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, the words from Leviticus 16:1-34 echo deeply in our hearts. This is not just another … Read More
Today, the Day of Repentance
Parashat Ha’azinu (Listen) D’varim (Deuteronomy) 32:1-52 Haftarah: Hosea 14:2-10, Joel 2:11-27 Shabbat Shuvah – A Time to Return This Shabbat is unique—it’s called “Shabbat Shuvah,” which means “Shabbat of Return” or “Shabbat of Repentance.” It … Read More
He Fights Our Battles
Parashat Nitzavim & Parashat Vayelech Parashat Nitzavim & Parashat Vayelech Haftarah: Isaiah 61:10-11, 62:1-12, 63:1-9 As we study Parashat Nitzavim and Vayelech this week, there are three profound lessons that stand out, each resonating deeply … Read More
Shining His Light in Troubled Times
Parashat Ki Tavo (When You Come) D’varim (Deuteronomy) 26:1-19:8 Haftarah: Isaiah 60:1-22 This week’s Torah portion focuses on the profound relationship between obedience to God and the resulting blessings, as well as the consequences of … Read More
Returning Our Hearts to Him
Parashat Ki Teitzei (When You Go Out) D’varim (Deuteronomy) 21:10-25:19 Haftarah: Isaiah 54:1-10 This week’s Parashah is rich with teachings that offer profound wisdom, love, and grace. These precepts are as relevant today as they … Read More