Category Archives: Jewish Law

HEIRS, HEIRESSES AND ERRORS by Rabbi Baruch Cohon

Posted on July 10, 2012 by Baruch

          This week we will read in the 27th chapter of Numbers the plea of five women.  It seems that a man named Zelophehad – the name sounds better and easier in Hebrew, Tzlof-khod (two syllables, not four) – had … Continue reading →

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SAME-SEX MARRIAGE – WANT TO TALK ABOUT IT?

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Baruch

A few years ago when this was written, this subject was beginning to attract attention.  Now that Mr. Obama announced his changed position, it becomes topical.  Some basic facts and conditions remain valid:   Originally posted by Baruch Cohon on  … Continue reading →

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BLEMISH and HANDICAP by Rabbi Baruch Cohon

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Baruch

        The Torah sets out strict rules for the sacrifices that formed ancient worship and for those who were charged with the duty to offer those sacrifices.  Just as any animal brought to the altar must be as near perfect … Continue reading →

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STANDING TOGETHER

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Baruch

Deuteronomy chapters 29-30 takes place on Moses’ last day. Here he concludes his parting message to his people. First he details all those who stand before him, not just standing — as in the Hebrew verb “om-dim” — but firmly … Continue reading →

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WHEN YOU GO OUT…

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Baruch

WHEN YOU GO OUT   This week’s Torah reading in Deuteronomy 21-25 starts with the words Kee Tey-tzey — “When you go out.”  In the course of the Sedrah we find many different laws, dealing with situations as different as family … Continue reading →

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