Day of Judgment
The ancient rabbis described Rosh Hashanah with an analogy drawn from Roman military life. Just as a commander reviews the troops who pass before him, so too "on Rosh Hashanah all human being pass before God." Read more
Apple Cake
This recipe favors a high ratio of fruit to batter, which results in an incredibly moist, crumby cake that is evenly studded with sweet bites of apple. Read more
Parashat Ki Tavo
This week's parashah includes a lengthy and ominous curse for those who disobey God's laws. Traditionally the curse is read quietly and quickly so as not to be too discouraging to those who hear it. Read more
Ethnic Diversity
Judaism is more than Bubbes in babushkas and Hasidic men in black hats. Jewish communities can be found all over the world, from China to India to Brazil. Read more
Absurdity & Language
The traditional Jewish focus on language and texts set the stage for the "crazy reasoning" of Jewish humor. Read more
Most parents send their kids to camp because they know that kids grow in a different way -- faster -- when they're on their own.
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The topic of patrilinear descent has been discussed recently by three fellow Rabbis Without Borders.
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A recent New York Times online opinion essay, Beautiful Pathologies, got me thinking about the non-profit sector as a whole, and about Jewish organiza...
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Weekly Torah Portion
Parashat Ki Tavo
Annual Cycle: Deuteronomy 26:1-29:8
Triennial Cycle: Deuteronomy 27:8 - 29:8
The Worst Curse » First Fruits »
Candle Lighting Times
Quinoa with Pesto & Greens
A beautiful salad; The pesto turns the quinoa bright green and the red cranberries and onions stand out in texture and color.