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Torah tl;dr: “Vayera”

Ask the questions. Listen to the next episode of my podcast here: You can read the entire portion here.
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Yes, Go Forth. But Don’t Forget to Smash the Idols.

This post was originally posted on the Rabbis Without Borders blog, as my monthly contribution you can read it in its original posting here. Last week’s election prompted strong reaction and reflection from the Jewish community. With a majority of Jews supporting the Democratic candidate, and the troubling echos of anti-Semitism and xenophobia which permeated…
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Torah tl;dr: “Lech Lecha”

Making your choices. Listen to the latest episode of my podcast here: 60 SECONDS TO WISDOM. Short lessons on the weekly Torah portion. Suitable for all who seek. You can read the entire text of the Torah portion here.
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Carpooling with Rabbi–Episode 20: “Connection”

With Election Day dominating my thoughts I forgot to post this week’s episode. And maybe the results remind us of the importance of connecting with those who we are in relationship with. After a discussion of “good” versus “bad” days, Rabbi and Kirsten discover that they are becoming more alike each day.
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The Day After the Election

At this point, we know the news. It doesn’t bear repeating. Our nation has made a choice, and the direction of our next four years is set. This election was always beyond politics, beyond differences in policy among two different visions of what America is and could be. This election was a test of our…
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Torah tl;dr: “Noah”

Be Righteous Now. New episode is up. 60 seconds to wisdom. Short teachings on the weekly Torah portion. Suitable for all who seek. Read the full portion here.
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Why I Support Opportunity for Olympia (and a bonus Endorsement for Gun Responsibility)

The long election season is finally coming to a close. And while many of us are decided on the choices we have at the top of the ticket, and even the lower ticket races, we here in Washington still have the added civic duty to wade through the various initiatives and referendums to make an…
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Torah tl;dr: “Bereshit”

Chaos is good. 60 SECONDS TO WISDOM. Short teachings on the weekly Torah portion. Suitable for all who seek. Read the whole portion here.