Posted by in Uncategorized Parshat Yitro Exodus 18:1-20:23 This week the rule of law won out. The release of the decision of the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals to overturn Proposition 8 by a vote of 2-1 reaffirmed that justice and legal logic have a place in our society and our world. Writing for the majority Judge Stephen…Read more »
Posted by in Torah Commentary Today on Shabbat we contemplate the meaning of commandment. What does it mean to be commanded in this day and age? Of course the Torah portion for today is Yitro. God gives the Ten Commandments to the people Israel. In Hebrew they are called Aseret HaDibrot. The Ten Sayings. Or as I like to call…Read more »
Posted by in Torah Commentary Parshat Yitro Exodus 18:1-20:23 Who would have thought that after the miracle of the crossing of the Reed Sea that God would follow up with additional miracles? But miracles abound. This week’s portion, Yitro, is the ultimate high point in the journey to freedom for the Israelites. This week is the moment at Sinai when…Read more »
Walking Humbly. Seeking Justice. Living with Hope. 