by Cindy Hurwitz | Apr 24, 2025 | Shabbat Shalom
Shabbat Shalom! This week in Parshat Shemini, we encounter one of the most heartbreaking and powerful moments in the Torah—when Aaron loses his two sons at the height of spiritual celebration. Why does Aaron respond with silence? What can we learn from his stillness...
by Cindy Hurwitz | Apr 17, 2025 | Shabbat Shalom
Shabbat Shalom! This week, we pause from the regular Torah cycle to mark the seventh day of Passover, a day dedicated to one of the most awe-inspiring moments in our history—the splitting of the sea. Why is this miracle given an entire holiday of its own? What does it...
by Cindy Hurwitz | Apr 9, 2025 | Shabbat Shalom
Shabbat Shalom! This week in Parshat Tzav, we explore the powerful concept of divine command and the profound significance of doing God’s will, even when it’s not easy. What does it mean to be commanded by God, and why does following His commands hold greater...
by Cindy Hurwitz | Apr 2, 2025 | Shabbat Shalom
Shabbat Shalom! This week, we begin the Book of Vayikra, delving into the profound and often misunderstood concept of sacrifice. Why does the Torah dedicate so much space to korbanot? What was their true purpose, and what do they mean for us today? Maimonides and...
by Cindy Hurwitz | Mar 27, 2025 | Shabbat Shalom
Shabbat Shalom! This week’s Torah portion, Pekudei, reveals a powerful truth: real connection isn’t built in a moment of excitement—it grows over time, through commitment and reflection. Just as Moses’ relationship with the Tabernacle deepened after its completion, so...
