Rabbi Menachem CreditorTzav: SacrificeParashat Tzav, the second Torah portion in the book of Leviticus, introduces us once again to the ancient systems of sacrifice, a topic…2 min read·Mar 25, 2024----
Rabbi Menachem CreditorA Jewish Christmas Rhyme for 2023’Twas the day before Christmas, the rabbi was vexed. His wishes for peace felt trapped in his chest.2 min read·Dec 24, 2023----
Rabbi Menachem CreditorWe and They Are Enough (Nitzavim/VaYelech)Parshiot Nitzavim and VaYelech serve as a testament to the urgency of Moshe’s message. As he nears the end of his life, he implores the…3 min read·Sep 8, 2023----
Rabbi Menachem CreditorYizkor and Joy: An IntentionYizkor is not the initial Kaddish, nor is it only for one annual recitation, nor it the Yahrzeit, which is bound up in the particulars of…1 min read·Sep 5, 2023----
Rabbi Menachem CreditorConfronting Troubling Texts (Ki Teitzei)Parashat Ki Teitzei presents a collection of intense and morally complex texts that at first glance might appear disconnected. However…6 min read·Aug 25, 2023----
Rabbi Menachem CreditorJustice and Accountability (Shoftim)The complex intersections between sacred teachings and world events require careful thinking. But it is important to remember that drawing…3 min read·Aug 15, 2023----
Rabbi Menachem CreditorJoy and Jewish SpiritualityJoy is a fundamental aspect of Jewish spirituality. And while there are many Hebrew words that roughly signify “joy”, the one most often…2 min read·Jun 29, 2023----
Rabbi Menachem CreditorLessons on Effective Ethical Leadership from Parashat KorachParashat Korach presents a collection of stories, including a notable rebellion led by Korach, Datan, Aviram, and 250 elders against Moses…3 min read·Jun 23, 2023----
Rabbi Menachem CreditorBeMidbar: CountingIn the opening versed of the book of Bemidbar, God commands that the Israelites participate in a census (Num. 1:1–2), in preparation for…2 min read·May 19, 2023----