Makes distinctions! That, in a mere two words, is the central command of Leviticus 11, the Torah's first collection of rules regarding eating. Separate this from that! Same concept, now [...]
Ma’asei yadeinu – deeds done with our hands – are very much on my mind as Shabbat Tetzaveh approaches. I’ve spent today (Thursday) walking in Memphis, much of it at the [...]
What keeps us safe? In this week after the Parkland, Florida massacre, questions of safety and security are top of mind. In 21st century America, many structures and mechanisms designed [...]
