Parashat VaYeira (And he appeared) Beresheet (Genesis) 23:1–25:8 In my previous blog on this specific parasha, Parashat Chayei Sarah (The Life of Sarah), I wrote, “This week’s reading from the Parasha starts with the words: … Read More
Secret Partners
Parashat VaYeira (And he appeared) Beresheet (Genesis) 18:1–22:24 Just like last week’s blog, as I was re-reading our weekly portion, the Lord gave me some insights that shed new light on a well-known story. This … Read More
Don’t Let Your Eyes Deceive You!
Parashat Lech Lecha (Go Forth!) Beresheet (Genesis) 12:1–17:27 The account of Abraham and Lot is probably familiar to most readers, and it appears in our Scripture portion this week. Sometimes when we know a story … Read More
Building His Kingdom
Parashat Noah Beresheet (Genesis) 6:9–11:32 This week, we read the story of Noah, which I have written on in previous years. I want to focus this specific blog on some key verses that I believe … Read More
In the Beginning
Parashat Beresheet (In the Beginning) Beresheet (Genesis) 1:1–6:8 Once again, the annual cycle of reading the Torah (also known as the “Books of Moses” or the first five books of the Bible) begins. My aim … Read More
Sukkot: A Great Reminder!
We are approaching the end of the wonderful season of the High Holy Days. This is a great time of reflection, repentance, and celebration. I am so grateful to our Father that He gave us … Read More
Heeding His Warnings
Parashat Ha’azinu (Listen) Devarim (Deuteronomy) 32:1–52 Our weekly portion opens with the word, “הַאֲזִ֥ינוּ” “ha’azinu”, which means “listen or give ear to”. This is a word that I believe we need to pay close attention … Read More
Who Do You Fear?
Parashat Vayelech (He went) Devarim (Deuteronomy) 31:1–30 In this week’s Scripture portion, we read of Moses speaking about when leadership of Israel will be transferred to Joshua: So Moses went and spoke these words to … Read More
Without Excuse
Parashat Nitzavim (Standing) Devarim (Deuteronomy) 29:9–30:20 There is something written in our weekly Scripture portion that always caught my eyes: For this commandment which I command you today is not too difficult for you, nor … Read More
Giving Him Our Best
Parashat Ki Tavo (When You Come) Devarim (Deuteronomy) 26:1–29:8 God was very clear in His instructions to Israel upon their arrival to the Land of inheritance: Then it shall be, when you enter the land … Read More