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Yitro 5782: The 8th Commandment Violated in Colleyville Texas

1/21/2022

 
What does the 8th commandment prohibit us from stealing? ​
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Rosh Hashana Day 1, 5782: How Adas Kodesch Shel Emeth Survived the Pandemic

9/9/2021

 
Was the decision not to live stream services during the Coronavirus lockdown​ last year the correct one? The Torah's teaching regarding being your best self helps to answer that question. 
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Rosh Hashana Day 2, 5782: Stop Hiding Behind the Concept of Tikkun Olam!

9/9/2021

 
Performing true Tikkun Olam requires us not just to call for peace to identify and combat evil.
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Shelach 5781: Should I Stay or Should I Go?

6/4/2021

 
​What was the real reason why the spies discouraged the nation from going up to the Promised Land? Was it simply a lack of faith, or was there more to the story?
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Naso 5781: Exposing Hamas

5/21/2021

 
​It's our obligation to support Israel. Here is how we can. See the two Call to Action letters below to help.
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Call To Action Letter: Contact your elected officials
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Call To Action Letter: Help Lone Soldiers
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B'midbar 5781: Going Beyond Yourself

5/14/2021

 
How do a people build a successful state? It starts with the individual. ​
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Acharei/Kedoshim 5781: Balancing Liberty and Order

4/23/2021

 
Why is religion particularly important in a free society? ​
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Shemini 5781: The Declaration of Independence leads the way back to Gan Eden

4/9/2021

 
​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?
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Mishpatim 5781: The Danger of Misplaced Compassion

2/12/2021

 
Though the Torah champions compassion, it warns of the danger of misplaced compassion. Our leaders would be wise to heed the Torah's warning. ​
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Bo 5781: The Inauguration: America's Covenant Renewal Ceremony

1/22/2021

 
What can the covenant renewal ceremonies of the biblical era teach us? ​
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