Parashat Acharei Mot begins by recalling the tragic deaths of Aaron's two sons, Nadav and Avihu: “The Eternal One spoke to Moses after the death of the two sons of Aaron who died when they drew too close to the presence of the Eternal.” [Lev 16:1] Nadav and Avihu were apparently so overcome by the … Continue reading How Nadav & Avihu teach us restraint
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A Zisn Pesach! A Sweet Passover to you and yours…
“Remember this day, on which you went free from Egypt, the house of bondage, how Adonai freed you from it with a mighty hand.” Exodus 13:3 Thoughts on freedom as Pesach (Passover) approaches: "The message of Passover remains as powerful as ever. Freedom is won not on the battlefield but in the classroom and the home. Teach your … Continue reading A Zisn Pesach! A Sweet Passover to you and yours…
Ahava: A Spiritual Experience in the Jewish Tradition 