Ibn Ezra: The Essential Heart (Nitzavim)
Torah is not in heaven – it is in your mouth and in your heart to do it. Ibn Ezra explains the heart is essential for Jewish practice.
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Ibn Ezra: And Women (Vayakhel)
Hebrew words often defaults to masculine. Abraham ibn Ezra clarifies that women generously and skililfully contributed to the Mishkan as well.
Ibn Ezra: Centering (Vaera)
God declares, “I am the Lord in the midst of the land!” Abraham ibn Ezra explores the idea of being in the center, and M.C. Richards talks about centering.
Judah and Joseph: The Meaning of Approach (More Midrash Ep. 11)
Judah approaches Joseph, in defense of Benjamin. How does Judah’s approach transcend the danger and become a spiritual model for human connection?
Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, “Davening: A Guide to Meaningful Jewish Prayer”
Reb Zalman died a few years ago, but his impact on the Jewish world has not ceased. I first started…