In this week’s Torah portion, Beshalach, music is the highlight of our story. After the sea splits and the Israelites are on the other side, we read, “Az yashir Moshe u’vnei Yisrael,” which translates to “Then Moses and the Israelites sang.” And after this initial song of praise and awe, Miriam picks up her timbrel Continue Reading »
In this week’s Torah portion, Ki Teitzei, we read about laws that center around relationships, challenges in society, and human dignity. The portion opens with the imagery of captives taken in war and instructions on how they are to be treated. Even in the most difficult circumstances, we are commanded to treat our rivals with Continue Reading »
