Lech Lecha. Is Faith Innate or Acquired?
Questions of faith are not a threat; they are an opening to move from childhood or childish belief to a more sophisticated conception of God
Noach. The Challenge of Technology
“If a person fell and died, they wouldn’t pay attention to him/her but if a brick fell, they would sit and cry and say: how are we going t
Bereshit. "Where art thou?" - Are YOU Hiding?
Adam hides himself to avoid rendering accounts, to escape responsibility for his way of living. Every man hides for this purpose... (Buber)
Vayechi. The Keys to Redemption
Joseph internalized the powerful message; that Israel, Canaan, is home, whereas Egypt is foreign soil.
Vayigash. Tears of Reunion
Joseph has barely begun to grapple with his complicated relationships with his family. Joseph’s tears unleash all the pain and relief ...
Miketz. Awakening Sensitivity
At the time, they were filled with rage and indignation; now they can begin to "hear" Joseph.