Bemidbar
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What is the connection between the wilderness and the giving of the Torah — and how does inner silence make space for the divine voice?
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The world like a tree, and roots – the Holy Temple
How does the enumeration of Israel cause the infusion of the divine presence within Israel? -
The Role of the Levites in Israeli Society
The Torah reading of this week continues with the count of the different families within the tribe of Levi. We are aware that this tribe has been chosen for public service in the Temple and, generally, on behalf of the Jewish people. They do not own land, and their financial support is based upon the tithe that the Jewish people contributed from their produce. -
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Man is Not Just a Number
Sefer Bamidbar is also known as "Book of Numbers". An explanation about the census, the relationship between the census and the camp, and what can we learn from it. -
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Who's In Control?
Three diverse subjects combine in our Parsha: The Sota, the Nazir & Birkat Kohanim. Plus Shavuot this week. Is there a connection between all of them? -
Migdal Eider, the First Yeshiva in Gush Etzion
The prophet Micha prophesized about a rejuvenation of the nation in Eretz Yisrael, boding good things for Zion and for a nearby place called Migdal Eider. -
Something to Stand Up For
It is not a coincidence that Jerusalem Day falls on the eve of the Torah reading of Bemidbar. -
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Law as Love
Joy in the celebration G-d's love led King David to “leap and dance” when the Ark was brought into Jerusalem. When love defeats dignity, faith is alive and well.
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