Sometimes forgiveness doesn’t happen instantly, and that’s okay. This week’s Torah portion has an example of forgiveness 20 years in the making.
Torah Portions
Passing the Torch
This week we read Toldot, which tells the story of two siblings at odds with one another. A prominent scholar who referred to Jacob and Esau in his writings often was Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. In this post we refer you to his d’var Torah about Toldot and speak a little about his impact on Jewish learning. Just as Isaac passed the torch of the covenant to Jacob, Rabbi Sacks’ impact has passed the torch of Jewish learning to us.
Lead with Kindness
What a week we’ve had in the United States. Emotions ran high, fingernails were bitten low, and we practiced a whole lot of patience. It’s not over, but this week’s portion, Chayei Sarah, relates well to our next steps and what it really means to be an American.
Consent is Sexy
Parshat Vayera is full of wild stories. This week we focus on Lot and his daughters and the concept of consent. This topic may be tough for some as we talk about some more mature topics that some might find triggering and are not suitable for younger readers. Please make sure you are in a good mental space before you read.
Looking for Truthfulness
We are taught from a young age that lying is bad. But, is it? Are there times when it’s okay to lie? Let’s talk about it!
Two by Two
We can learn a lot from Noah and the flood. This week we take a look at how God’s choice in animals to go on the ark can inspire us to make the world a better place today.
Put Your Behind in Your Past
Sometimes you have to put your past behind you, but sometimes you have to put your behind in your past.
When We Get There
This week’s portion has a lot to teach us. But, why should we be the only ones to teach you? We were inspired this week by the words of Rabbi Rick Jacobs and wanted to share his teachings with you in addition to our own.
Look for the Bunny
Hello and welcome back to another week of MPT! This week’s portion is Ki Teitze, and we’re finally in the month of Elul – the season of turning and returning! While we work on turning ourselves over and returning to our purest selves this month, this week’s portion offers some Continue Reading
(You Gotta) Fight For Your Right (To VOTE)
Election Day is only 74 days away! Are you prepared? Read about how this week’s portion relates to this important task.