An Exercise in Empathy
Relating to the despair the ancient Israelites felt in the wake of the Temple's destruction is no easy feat.
Covenant of Peace
We all have the capacity to see each other as worthy and cherish each other’s uniqueness.
Talking to Rocks
Thriving in a free society requires different skills than surviving the wilderness.
Humble Power
When harnessed responsibly, power has the potential to create a more just and compassionate world.
The Afterglow of Revelation
In the wake of Shavuot, we might ask ourselves: What have we been tending that we are now harvesting?
Bonds of Indebtedness and Shame
The scriptural readings of Shavuot force us to consider the emotional and spiritual dimensions of indebtedness.