We love looking around and seeing how others interpreted the Torah portions. Sometimes it helps spark our own ideas or helps us understand the portion a bit better. This week we wanted to share posts from some of our go-to resources about this week’s portion.
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Lettuce Taco ‘Bout Food
Has quarantining and staying socially distant got you a little stir crazy? Need a fun (and even educational) activity to do with your family? This week we talk about some of the yummy eats and treats we’ve been cooking up to help us stay sane.
The Torah Said, “Women’s Rights”
Feminism? In the TORAH?! It’s more likely than you think. This week’s portion we learn about five sisters who made us ask, “Does being sexist go against the Torah?”
Summertime Forever
For us, summer just isn’t the same without camp. To help put us out of our summer camp blues, we made a playlist of some of our favorite camp songs. We hope you enjoy!
Getting Swallowed by the Earth – Who, When & Why?
There are many ways this week’s portion, Korach, relates to the current state of our society. Let’s talk about it!
Tikkun Olam: How We Can Repair Our Broken World
Abraham Joshua Heschel once said, “A Jew is asked to take a leap of action rather than a leap of faith.” This week, we talk about what actions you can take to fight for social justice. Your fight does not have to look like attending a protest, especially in our current health crisis. Find out how you can help in other ways.
Being Counted and Making it Count
Being in a period of transition can be scary. Finding yourself and improving yourself is scary. However, while we find ourselves we can do a bit of good too. Read this week’s post on Bemidbar to find out how we can change the world while we change ourselves.
The Value of Music
Get your listening devices ready because this week we are back with another playlist. What happens when Amanda and Marissa try to match some of their favorite Jewish values with pop songs? Keep reading to find out.
Prayer in the Time of Corona
Schools, businesses, and synagogues may be closed, but some are feeling more connected than ever. Synagogues are changing the way they connect to their worshipers and people are changing their practices. How are you feeling about this new way of life?
For Our Teachers
Sharpen your No 2 pencils, write your name on your scantrons, and get ready for another exciting week of MPT!