Parsha B’shalach: A Torah of Freedom

This week’s parsha (Torah portion) was made for all the musicians in the audience. In it we find Miriam striking up the band as we sing the Song of Freedom after crossing through the Yam Suf (Sea of Reeds). However I am getting a little ahead of myself. First we’ve got to get there. Then we can sing and, then, continue on our merry (?) journey to a date with the divine itself. Our parsha starts out by reminding us … Continue reading

Parsha Haazinu: Torah and Parenting

Hello everybody, This Shabbat we read the torah portion (parsha) which is the song that haShem (god) told Moshe (Moses) to teach to the people.  As with most songs, this one is very poetic.  The parsha is entitled, “My ears,” which is the first significant word in the parsha, and it starts with a request to listen to the words about to come.  God is perfect and just, problems come from the children.  (Stay with me folks; I know to … Continue reading