In which we learn how succumbing to “bad speech” can negate a good person’s righteousness.
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In which an incensed God fires two priests, Moses flips the script, and Aaron stands down.
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In a special Passover episode, we look at a midrash from Shir Hashirim Rabbah that finds beauty even in our darkest moments.
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Offering sacrifices isn’t only about following technical procedure. The intent of the supplication is of critical importance.
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Whose sacrifices are accepted and whose are not?
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In which Moses leads by example in demonstrating the care leaders and organizations should take with managing public funds.
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Moses overrides God regarding communal inclusion and owns the consequences.
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In which trees vie for the honor to hang Haman, and what this might have to do with the revelation at Sinai.
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In which God both soothes and rebukes an upset Moses
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What is needed for God to dwell among the Jewish people?
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