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0 Torah Jewish Law

Parashah of the week: Devarim

Jewish Chronicle · 8 Aug

The parashah of the week, Devarim, marks the beginning of the book of Deuteronomy in the Torah.

0 History Torah

Jews are in a moment of broken illusions, but we’re stronger than we think

Dr. Mijal Bitton in JTA · 19 Jun

The article reflects on the Jewish people's historical struggles with external conflicts and internal turmoil, drawing parallels between the Israelites' journey in the wilderness and contemporary challenges.

0 Jewish Law Leadership

Fearless Leadership:Nehemiah son of Hacaliah Learns from Moses and Aaron

Nehemia Polen in Lehrhaus · 20 Dec 2023

The essay discusses the enigmatic episode of the Mei Meribah incident in the Torah, where Moses and Aaron are punished for their actions.

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The Shepherd’s Veil

Benjamin Guggenheim in Lehrhaus · 9 Mar 2023

The text tells the story of Moses reflecting on his journey as the leader of the Jewish people.

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What Do We Know About Moses’s Burial Place?

Ezra Sivan in Lehrhaus · 27 Sep 2021

The book of Deuteronomy emphasizes the importance of Moses to Israel's history, declaring him the greatest prophet and leader they have ever had.

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The Sacrifice of Moses

David Fried in Lehrhaus · 4 Mar 2021

In this article, David Fried examines the contradictory statements in Parashat Ki Tissa about Moses seeing the face of God.

0 Culture History

Summer Camp as Promised Land

Liel Leibovitz in Tablet · 17 Aug 2018

The article explores the transformative experience of Jewish summer camps, exemplified by Camp Settoga, as a modern parallel to the biblical Promised Land.