Category Archives: Torah

PASSOVER PORTIONS – by Rabbi Baruch Cohon

PASSOVER PORTIONS – by Rabbi Baruch Cohon           Biblical portions we read during the week of Pesach are every bit as tasty as the edible portions on our Seder plates.  And they offer real variety. The first day, of course, … Continue reading

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BY A POWER OF FOUR – a Pesach power – by Rabbi Baruch Cohon

BY A POWER OF FOUR – a Pesach power – by Rabbi Baruch Cohon           It’s getting close to time for the Freedom Festival.   Pesach – Passover – is a favorite family gathering time for many Jews.  Statistically, we are told that more … Continue reading

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SOCIAL QUARANTINE – Tazria – Lev. 12-13 – by Rabbi Baruch Cohon

SOCIAL QUARANTINE – Tazria – Lev. 12-13 – by Rabbi Baruch Cohon            Torah readings this week and next week rank among the least attractive passages in all the Five Books.  Of course if your field is medical history, you might find them fascinating.  For … Continue reading

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ALCOHOL AND TORAH – Sh’mini – Lev. 10 – by Rabbi Baruch Cohon

ALCOHOL AND TORAH – Sh’mini – Lev. 10 – by Rabbi Baruch Cohon           This week’s Torah reading includes the story of Aaron’s two oldest sons, Nadav and Avihu, and their tragic mistake.  The words of the Torah tell a strange and supernatural story.  On … Continue reading

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HOW MANY EXILES? – Pekudey – Ex.38 -40 by Rabbi Baruch Cohon

HOW MANY EXILES? – Pekudey – Ex.38 -40 by Rabbi Baruch Cohon           This week the Book of Exodus concludes with an elaborate description of the process of assembling the Tabernacle and initiating its ritual.  After a year of wandering in the desert, on … Continue reading

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