Bible

The details of how the tribes camped around the Tabernacle teach us lessons about giving respect and honor to the people and causes we care about.

The stage of journeying through the wilderness is an essential part of the transformation from slavery to freedom.

Numerous translators of the Bible understand differently the command to strengthen those that are falling low, but all agree on its importance.

Although priests cannot have any contact with death, exceptions are made for their immediate relatives.

The curses in Bechukotai were actualized during the Holocaust.

The arrangement of the Israelites around the Tabernacle, as individuals and as a community, provides us with a model for pluralism.

The commandment to bring the redemption of the Land of Israel reminds us of the inextricable link between Judaism and Israel.

Despite the fear and exhaustion of journeying from a dark, narrow place, we must remember to accompany our arrivals with song and joy.

Reacting to Moses and Aaron's responses to the deaths of Nadav and Avihu provides us with an opportunity to examine our own responses to tragedy.

Although we can attempt to understand the deaths of Nadav and Avihu, we are ultimately limited and often feel powerless in the face of God.

The deaths of Nadav and Avihu, Aaron's sons, teach us the value and also danger of spontaneous religious expression.

The model of sacrifices, of offering our kindness, generosity and compassion even if it is difficult, inspires us to continue to draw close to God.