Bible

Shield of Abraham

Gleaning great meaning from the single word this portion gave to Jewish liturgy.

Addressing Our Loved Ones

While God commands Moses, He also calls to him affectionately.

Attributes of a Leader

Moses shares his views on leadership.

God Was In That Text

It is important to seek God in times of fortune, and to hear the divine voice in our texts.

Silent Deliberations

We should learn to react with humanity.

Jacob and His Two Wives

The emotional struggles of our ancestors can help guide us today.

Memories of Mother

After Sarah's death, Isaac sees his mother live on in the values and person of his wife, Rebecca.

Letting Our People Go

Bringing us all out of Egypt.

Accessing God in a Man-Made World

There is no need to ascend to heaven--or build a tower--to find God.

Valuing Journeys

A lesson from the Torah's treatment of the Israelites' travels.

What Happened to Moses on Mount Sinai

Moses was changed internally and externally by his experience on Mount Sinai.

The Routine vs. The Novel

The rituals of the tabernacle and Temple called for strictly defined roles -- but also allowed for new expressions.