Torah Commentary

This biblical power structure — and struggle — in Korach may offend our democratic sensibilities.

One word in this portion means both “wind” and “spirit” — and the duality is striking.

With uncertainty comes unparalleled potential for expanding our horizons.

A prayer for yesterday, today and tomorrow — all in one.

Freeing yourself from 'the busy trap'

The first curse described in this portion hinders our ability to listen — even to ourselves.

Holiness and secrecy are intricately enmeshed in the Torah.

Why Shmita, the commandment to let Israel's farmland rest every seven years, is relevant even for today's urban Diaspora Jews.

Like toothpaste, derogatory speech cannot be returned to the tube.

Why is birth nestled between dietary restrictions and skin diseases?