This week our Torah portion is a double portion, entitled Acharei Mot-Kedosheem. It covers Leviticus 16:1 – 20:27. Acharei Mot is translated After the Death, and Kedosheem means Holy Ones. These parashas emphasize the importance of holiness in all aspects of life, reflecting the call to be holy, as God is holy. It also highlights the […]

This week, we have a double Torah portion.  The first passage is called Tazria, which means “she conceives,” such as when a woman gives birth to a child.  This passage is from Leviticus, chapter 12:1 – 13:59.  Our other Torah portion is called, M’tzora, which is translated as “leper” and takes us from Leviticus, chapter […]

This week our parasha is Shemini, which means “eighth”, and covers Leviticus 9:1–11:47. In this parasha we will see the serious consequences that come from violating the Lord’s commands. Leviticus 9 details the sacrifices of Aaron and his sons on the eighth day of their dedication to begin their service as priests of the Lord. […]

The notes for this parasha will be posted later.

The text for this parasha will be posted later today.

The parasha this Shabbat is Pekudei, meaning accounts, and concludes the book of Exodus. Bezalel and Oholiab and those working with them skillfully and lovingly crafted the articles for the Mishkan. Aaron’s son Ithamar was the one tasked with recording the numbers – tallying up all the materials used, and making sure that everything was […]

Our two parashas this Shabbat are Ki Tisa, translated ‘When You Take’ and Vayachel, meaning ‘And He Assembled’ spanning Exodus 30:1-38:20. The central theme is the construction and craftsmanship associated with the Tabernacle. These are bittersweet chapters; on the one hand, so much generosity, artistry and grace, and yet, such depravity and sin. We’re introduced […]

This week our parasha is Tetzaveh which means “you shall command” and covers Exodus 27:20 – 30:10. This parasha covers the unique garments, food, and anointing for the priests (Cohanim) as well as the altar of Adonai and the sacrifices. Our parasha begins with the command that the priesthood must keep the lamps burning eternally outside of […]

This week’s parasha is entitled T’rumah, which means “contribution.” from Exodus chapter 25:1 through 27:19. This Torah reading focuses on the materials needed for the building of the Tabernacle and its furnishings. The Lord said to Moses, “Tell the people of Israel to bring me their sacred offerings. Accept the contributions from all whose hearts […]

This week’s Parasha is entitled Mishpatim meaning “judgments” and covers Exodus chapter 21 verse 1 through chapter 24 verse 18. In last week’s Parasha, the Israelis received the Ten Commandments at Mount Sinai. Now, they receive the code of civil laws, which are to govern their lives and are practical outward expressions of the Ten […]