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February 1, 2025 – 9:33 pm | Comments Off on This Is My G-d66 views

In this Torah portion, the Jews made one of history’s most dramatic and romantic statements. When G-d split the Red Sea, they were overcome with emotion. “This is my G-d,” they exclaimed, “and I will beautify Him.” They didn’t say this is G-d or even this is our G-d; they …

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Vayigash: Relax – He’s Your Brother

December 25, 2011 – 2:29 am | Comments Off on Vayigash: Relax – He’s Your Brother2,432 views
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Disclaimer: It is commonly held that two subjects to be avoided in polite company are politics and religion…lest we offend.
This essay shamelessly addresses both.
Family Feuds
Brothers often bicker, we know that, but that doesn’t mean they should become enemies. When brothers turn against each other the entire fabric of society is …