The concept of imposter syndrome is explored through the biblical episode of the 12 spies in Parshat Shlach, where fear and self-perception result in severe ...

The 18Forty newsletter reflects on Parshat Behaalotcha, highlighting the tension between certainty and faith. The Israelites experienced divine guidance thro...

Parshat Naso introduces the controversial Sotah ritual, where a husband, overcome by jealousy, can subject his wife to a test by ingesting bitter waters to d...

The article from 18Forty explores the themes of liminality and transition in the Jewish experience, using the biblical book of Bamidbar (Numbers) as a framew...

Parshat Emor illustrates the Torah's expectations for religious leaders, emphasizing both their privileged and demanding roles. The Kohanim, or priestly clas...

This piece from the 18Forty weekly Parsha Guide unpacks five complex layers of atonement in the parshas of Acharei Mot-Kedoshim and relates them to contempor...

Exploring Parshat Tazria-Metzora, this article delves into the interplay between physical and spiritual aspects as highlighted by Torah teachings. It emphasi...

Parshat Tzav delves into the uneasy marriage of economics and holiness by expanding on the Torah's guidance regarding the sustenance of Kohanim. It explores ...

This 18Forty Parsha Guide delves into the sacrificial system in Vayikra, examining the deep human and theological underpinnings of these ancient rituals. The...

In Parshat Vayakhel, the Israelites face an unexpected directive from Moshe to stop their contributions to the Mishkan once enough has been collected, highli...