Tetzaveh
Mystery of the MenorahAccording to a sketch made by the Rambam, the decorative goblets on the Menorah were upside down. How can we…
Devarim
Should We Demand Moshiach?In this week's portion, Moshe blesses the people "May you be multiplied one thousand-fold and may G-d do for you…
Va'eschanan
Comfort, ComfortThis week's Haftorah begins with the prophecy: "Nachamu, nachamu ami, comfort, comfort my people." Why the double expression of consolation?…
Lech-Lecha
Is Serving G-d Supposed to Make Your Life Better?The story of Avraham's travels in the Torah reading of Lech Lecha leads to a discussion about whether doing G-d's…
