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The Daughters Of Zelophehad
Just as God advocated for the property rights of Zelophehad's daughters, we should work to create economic opportunities for those who have lacked them.
A Time For Zeal
People who translate zeal for God into violence must normally possess the qualities and ethics worthy of a covenant of peace.
Crimes of Passion
Only a passionate zealous act can respond adequately to sins and crimes of passion.
Finding Ourselves Through Others
What are the consequences, or even the possibility, of separating ourselves from our communities, like Korach did?
To Serve With Distinction
Korach's rebellion was based on his inability to appreciate the value of diversity and distinctiveness.
The Waters of Lustration: Tears and Tzedakah
Jewish sources suggest tears and tzedakah [charity] as two modern replacements for the Red Heifer.
An Imperfect Hero
Moses' fatal flaw is his inability to wean his people from their dependence on him.
Anger Management
God punished Korah for his inability to channel his anger into productive protest.
Parashat Korach: Summary
Korach and his followers rebel against Moses' and Aaron's leadership and are killed; God instructs Aaron regarding laws of the priesthood.
Institutionalizing Freedom
The combination of Moses' vision and Korach's organizing skills is an instructive model for successful coalition building.