Torah Commentary

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Parashat Vayeilech: Legacies That Live On

After learning he will soon die, Moses expresses fear that his values will not survive him.

Ki Tavo: Instructions to Those Who Outlive Us

Moses's example shows how we can continue to learn from those who have passed on.

Parashat Masei: Cycles of Grief

One season we find ourselves among the mourners, the next we are among the comforters.

Parashat Matot: Honoring Wishes

Sometimes our promises to the dying cannot be fulfilled.

Parashat Balak: A Good Eye

As the curtain falls on a particular life story, the instinct is to construct a narrative that amplifies their better qualities.

Parashat Chukat: Acknowledging Our Blessings

The sudden disappearance of water after the death of Miriam reminds to appreciate our blessings while we have them.

Parashat Bechukotai: Great Loss

The curses in this week's portion are a reminder of the calamities we all face.

Parashat Behar: Advance Planning

Having some logistics in place can alleviate some of the anxiety surrounding a loved one's death.

Parashat Kedoshim: Caring for Our Bodies

As a rabbi, I have been asked many times what it means to be holy. Most literally, the Hebrew word ...

Parashat Achrei Mot: Space to Grieve

Aaron's silence after the death of his sons confirms what we know: Death should not be explained away.

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