The Mezuzah demonstrated that those who defended slavery on the grounds that the Torah sanctions it were not reading closely enough.
The connection between the Parsha and Haftorah is clear; they both deal with the building of God's house. Yet there is a vital difference in the two holy structures. What is it?
Why is religion particularly important in a free society?
Lashon Hara (speaking negatively of others) is considered a grave offense. Under what, if any, circumstances can one share negative information about another?
The Declaration of Independence uses language that echoes the biblical concept of Betzelem Elokim (created in the image of God). How can the concept of Betzelem Elokim help heal our world?
The words Chametz and Matzah are similar in spelling. What can we learn from this?
Will the future redemption be greater than the Exodus from Egypt?
Tying together the message of the Exodus and of Shabbat teaches us how to take advantage of our freedom.
Fairy-tale figures are of noble birth but wind up being raised by people of humble origin, only to reclaim their lofty status. Moshe's story is the opposite. What should we learn from this narrative reversal? Video: To watch click here |
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