Jewish Texts

The laws of vows teach that our words have the power to create holiness between us.

Pinchas' violent act raises questions about the extent of any leader's authority.

The transition in leadership from Moses to Joshua provides us with a model for contemporary changes in leadership.

Only a passionate zealous act can respond adequately to sins and crimes of passion.

What are the consequences, or even the possibility, of separating ourselves from our communities, like Korach did?

Korach's rebellion was based on his inability to appreciate the value of diversity and distinctiveness.

God punished Korah for his inability to channel his anger into productive protest.

The combination of Moses' vision and Korach's organizing skills is an instructive model for successful coalition building.

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Several Greek versions of the Purim story survive, along with the biblical text we read today.

Parashat Nitzavim teaches us the importance of viewing ourselves as partners in a dialogue with God.

Because of his position of leadership, Moses is judged extremely harshly when he sins.