Shoftim - Testing Prophecy

Judaism’s Social Vision

Re’eh

Giving is more than an act of generosity—it is an essential part of human dignity that belongs to everyone, rich and poor alike. The ultimate goal of help is to empower others to stand on their own.

The Book of the Covenant

The Spirituality of Song

To Renew Our Days

Nitzavim-Vayelech

Nitzavim-Vayelech

Ki Tavo We Are What We Remember

The Limits of Love

The Greatness of Humility

The Deep Power of Joy

The Spirituality of Listening

The Power of Why

Why Are There So Many Jewish Lawyers?

At the beginning of the book of Devarim, Moses reviews the history of the Israelites’ experience in the wilderness, starting with the appointment of leaders throughout the people, heads of thousands, hundreds, fifties, and tens.

Why Judaism?

The Pursuit of Joy

To the Third and Fourth Generations

Environmental Responsibility

The Second Tithe and Strong Societies

Staying Young

Somehow Moses defied the law of entropy that states that all systems lose energy over time. Why was his energy unabated? Because his eyes were undimmed.

A Leader’s Call to Responsibility

When words take wing, they modulate into song. That is what they do here in Ha’azinu as Moses, with the Angel of Death already in sight, prepares to take leave of this life.

Consensus vs. Command?

What do you say to your successor? What advice do you give him or her? Vayelech is the place to look for the answer, because it is here that Moses finally handed the reins over to Joshua.