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Back to SearchR. Avi Killip: The Kiss of Death
For generations our relationship with God has been mediated through texts written almost entirely by men. In these sessions, Rabbi Avi Killip explore…
6 months, 1 week ago
R. Avital Hochstein on Parashat VaYishlah: From Ya'akov to Yisrael—and Back
“Ya’akov was very afraid and distressed.” He takes many different precautions in order to avoid a violent reunion with his brother, with potentially …
6 months, 2 weeks ago
R. David Kasher: Klal Yisrael and Beyond: Balancing Communal Obligations with Civic Responsibilities
Are our primary responsibilities always to our own community? Or do Jews in the diaspora also have a religious obligation to contribute to the genera…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
R. Avital Hochstein on Parashat VaYeitzei: A Covenant of Separation
Throughout Parashat VaYeitzei, almost from their very first encounter, Lavan and Ya’akov are locked in conflict. But there is a rare moment of encoun…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Independence and Interdependence: When do we need to stay together, and when must we strike out on our own?
Participating in and belonging to a Jewish community is rightly considered to be central to living a full and meaningful Jewish life. However, someti…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
R. Avital Hochstein on Parashat Toldot: Rivalry or Relationship?
Our parashah offers an opportunity to encounter a typical human phenomenon—plurality —and contemplate its implications. Specifically it brings us to…
6 months, 4 weeks ago
R. Ayal Robkin: The Apprentice Mind Part 3
Rabbi Shlomo Wolbe, also known as the Alei Shur, offers a powerful and inspiring — but often demanding — vision for what it takes to become a better …
7 months ago
R. Avital Hochstein on Parashat Hayyei Sarah: Rivkah’s Blessing
Rivkah receives a blessing from her family members before she sets out on her journey to marry Yitzhak: “O sister! May you grow into thousands of my…
7 months ago
R. Ayal Robkin: The Apprentice Mind Part 2
Rabbi Shlomo Wolbe, also known as the Alei Shur, offers a powerful and inspiring — but often demanding — vision for what it takes to become a better …
7 months, 1 week ago
R. Avital Hochstein on Parashat Vayera: The Righteous With the Wicked
In this week’s parashah, Avraham argues with God over the divine decision to destroy Sodom completely. Avraham and God agree that Sodom is wicked an…
7 months, 1 week ago