by eklein | Apr 23, 2022 | All, Jewish Life, News
After two whole months, Russian troops continue to threaten the sovereignty of Ukraine in brutal aggressive attacks on government and civilian structures, reminiscent of the invasion of Poland 83 years ago which triggered the beginning of World War II. Some think we...
by eklein | Jan 11, 2022 | All, Jewish Life
In this week’s parasha, Beshalach (Exodus 13:17 – 17:16*), we continue the Exodus narrative. Ten plagues had fallen on Egypt, largely due to Pharoah’s hard-heartedness in not allowing Bnei-Israel to depart. The final plague was literally the “last straw:” the death of...
by eklein | Dec 25, 2021 | All, Jewish Life
In a recent Bible study, we were tasked to read Luke 20:1-8 and then “study it, meditate on it, or whatever you like to do with the scriptures in the study.” Then we were to expound on one or more points that speak to us. What follows is a result of my study. It’s all...
by eklein | Dec 2, 2021 | All, Jewish Life, News
This Month* in Jewish History (TMJH) Presents: The Posner Menorah *On the Gregorian calendar, this event happened in late December. However, it occurred during Hanukkah, which always begins on the evening of 28th Kislev and ends on 2nd Tevet on the Jewish calendar....
by eklein | Dec 1, 2021 | All, Jewish Life
The long history of Judaism can be both a blessing and a sort of curse: on the one hand, we have thousands of years of wisdom to tap into. On the other hand, it can be difficult to meaningfully understand certain traditions in the context of our contemporary lives....
by eklein | Nov 22, 2021 | All, Jewish Life
In Vayeshev (“And he dwelt,” referring to Jacob in the land of Canaan), we can see the invisible hand of God orchestrating the story that ultimately leads to the coming of the Redeemer, Messiah Yeshua. This week’s portion isolates the early story of Joseph, who...
