This morning we explore the plethora of games, treats (frog cupcakes, etc.), and silly songs prevalent within the Jewish world concerning the 10 Plagues in ancient Egypt leading to our Exodus. We quote Rabbi Moshe Lichtenstein on why the 10 Plagues are divided into two Torah portions, indicating a shift in focus as we begin our Parsha, Bo, from demonstrating God's might to punishing and destroying Egyptians. And we discuss an insightful article by Anna Gordon in Times of Israel, with a plea to keep in mind the human suffering, even though deserved, the Egyptians suffered.

Michael Whitman is the senior rabbi of ADATH Congregation in Hampstead, Quebec, and an adjunct professor at McGill University Faculty of Law. ADATH is a modern orthodox synagogue community in suburban Montreal, providing Judaism for the next generation. We take great pleasure in welcoming everyone with a warm smile, while sharing inspiration through prayer, study, and friendship.

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