Behaalotecha: Two Jews, Three Opinions
The Jewish culture of disagreement, and the challenge of living together even when our views differ.
June 5, 2025
October 15, 2024
The Jewish culture of disagreement, and the challenge of living together even when our views differ.
The secret advantage of the synagogue, and can others help us repent sincerely?
Why is Sukkot the most joyous holiday?
Is it related to agriculture and economics or perhaps to our failures?
The happiest Sukkot in Jewish history.
The High Holiday season is a fascinating train ride with multiple stops at critical stations to accumulate the energy, guidance and inspiration we need for the year. Come along for the ride!
The Menorah is one of the best-known Jewish symbols.
prominent in the Temple and in the visions of the prophets.
What does it symbolize?
During the High Holidays we read the exhortations to repentance of the prophets Hosea, Isaiah, and Jonah. Are they all discussing the same repentance, or are there different types of repentance for different people?
An address about repentance and what type of repentance is right for me.