35:30

Masei

Smashing the Modern Day Idols
In this week's Haftarah, the prophet Yirmiyahu rebukes his people: "They say to the wood, 'You are my father,' and…

41:09

Pinchas

Has Materialism Stolen Our Soul?
The worship of Ba'al Peor was considered loathsome even by pagans. How were so many Jews in the wilderness attracted…

16:26

Chukas

Moshiach Is a Trigger Word
In the Laws of the Red Heifer, Maimonides adds a few extra words that seem to be out of character.…

18:37

Bamidbar

Can G-d Find You in a Desert?
The Torah portion of Bamidbar is always read before Shavuos. What is the connection between this portion whose name means…