On the Other Hand: Ten Minutes of Torah: Under the Sky - Parashat Vayeishev
In this week's Torah portion, as Joseph searches for his brothers, he also seeks the shalom (peace) that comes with rebuilding their relationship. How can we, too, find shalom through connecting with one another?
On the Other Hand: Ten Minutes of Torah: The Meaning of Our Miracle - Parashat Mikeitz
On the Other Hand: Ten Minutes of Torah: Formed in the Wilderness - Parashat Vayigash
This week, Rabbi Rick Jacobs sits with Jeremy Fingerman, CEO of The Foundation for Jewish Camp, to discuss the impact and benefit that Jewish summer camp has on so many young people.
On the Other Hand: Ten Minutes of Torah: Born to Lead, Born to Serve - Parashat Sh'mot
This week, as we move into the book of Exodus, we transition from learning about Joseph to learning about another Jewish leader: Moses.
On the Other Hand: Ten Minutes of Torah: The Jewishness of Healing
In the closing portion of the book of Genesis, Joseph finds out his father is ill.
How Do We Elevate Ourselves? Re-Examining the Imperative to “Please Rise”
Those of us who use wheelchairs have accepted the idea that we need to find another way to do this, as we are simply unable to assume a standing position. My question, however, is for everyone else.
A Mother’s Day Wish: An Interview with My 97-Year-Old Mother
Having gained valuable insights from his 2018 interview of his mother, Adela, Aron Hirt-Manheimer decided to do a follow-up, and what better time than Mother’s Day?
A Letter to My Daughter on Her Many Names
In Jewish tradition we say that “a good name is better than riches." We hope we gave you names that convey attributes we value and hope to help nurture and develop in you.
Bearing Witness Today: Delayed Grief and Yom HaZikaron
How to Get New Congregational Leaders into the Pipeline
Here are some useful answers to one of the questions congregational leaders ask most: “How can we find new leaders?”