Shana Tova
A few years ago, Israel faced a water crisis. On the verge of hitting the Kinneret’s red line – which would indicate an emergency situation – the Knesset convened for a quick solution to counteract the drought. Their decision? To simply lower the red line… While it may have been a government decision, one can’t […]
Parashat Ki Tabo
King David said, “How great are Your works, Oh G-d!”While we should be proud of our accomplishments, we should realize how they pale before the majestic natural phenomena that are the handiwork of the Creator. We can marvel at a highly sophisticated computer or iPhone, which can bring the entire knowledge of the human race to […]
Changed Myself First
When I was young and free I dreamed of changing the world. As I grew older and wiser, I realized the world would not change, and lowered my sights to bringing change to my own country – but I soon realized that too seemed impossible. As I entered my 30’s, I decided that if I […]
Parashat Shofetim
King David said, ‘may goodness and kindness pursue me all the days of my life’. What a strange expression! Goodness and kindness to pursue me? as though I was fleeing from them? The Torah instruct us in this week’s parashah to establish a justice system with judges, courts and court officers and to pursue righteousness and […]