Tag Archives: Shabbat

This portion, named after an infamous king, (who was the progenitor of the famous convert Ruth) has become recently famous because of one of verses from the transmuted curses into blessings, by the equally infamous prophet Bilam.

This Torah portion focuses more on mortality than any other. It is sadly an appropriate reading for this week, especially in Boulder, with the sudden passing of a beloved member of the Jewish community, and the tragic death of the bombing victim of June 1, who succumbed to terrible burns. May their memories be for a blessing.

The sons of Korach, realizing their error, embraced change, leading to their survival and prominence as Levite singers, emphasizing the balance between equality and roles.

Join us for a co-created Shabbat service on June 21st, focusing on community support, faith partnership, and safety in Boulder.

The spies' fear of entering Canaan led to negative reports, resulting in Israel’s prolonged desert stay and significant consequences due to their misguided perspectives and biases.

As our community reels from the recent attack, we invite you to join us for a Shabbat gathering that will heal.

The post reflects on the duality of fire's symbolism, personal experiences with Torah teachings, and community resilience, intertwining these themes with Jewish tradition and personal growth.

The priestly blessing emphasizes love and unity within the Jewish community, highlighting the importance of peace in individual relationships and global harmony.

With humor, heart, and deep spiritual insight, Rev. Pedro Silva invites us to consider what it means to hold grief in one hand and joy in the other—and how cultivating that duality is part of being fully human. Register by Monday June 2nd to attend!

The fourth Torah book, Bamidbar, emphasizes the uniqueness of each individual, likening census numbers to names, highlighting personal purpose within community, and G-d's deeper connection to creation.

The double parasha emphasizes the importance of living in Israel, the challenges of exile, and social equity through Shmittah, urging responsible use of blessings for spiritual growth.

The parasha "Emor" emphasizes the duties of cohanim, the significance of nurturing youth, and the connection between Shabbat and the Omer counting celebration.

This week’s themes focus on interconnectedness, commandments, ethical living, and the significance of Shabbat in fostering relationships and gratitude towards others and God.

This week’s reading discusses brit Milah and Tzaraat, linking them through the number eight, suggesting healing emerges from self-reflection, addressing behavior, and fostering meaningful dialogue during Shabbat.

This parasha discusses the deaths of Aaron’s sons and kosher laws' connection to the soul-body relationship, emphasizing the importance of spiritual grounding through mitzvot.

The Haggadah's four sons symbolize generational challenges in Judaism post-Holocaust. Reviving connections requires empathy, patience, and engaging questions to reignite spiritual inquiry and understanding.

Shabbat Hagadol emphasizes gratitude and transformation, reminding Jews to appreciate blessings and maintain a humble attitude during life's challenges and celebrations.

The third book of the Torah, Leviticus, emphasizes personal connections with God and finding individual purpose through divine calling.

This week's discussion highlights the significance of the new moon declaration and its interplay with human effort and divine intervention.

This parasha emphasizes the significance of the Mishkan's construction and Shabbat observance, exploring themes of divinity, human emotions, and partnership with G-d in achieving holiness.

An anonymous queen inspires reflection on G-d's presence during Purim and Shabbat, emphasizing spiritual elevation through preparation, joy, and the essence of community worship.

This parasha omits Moshe's name, emphasizing the essence of identity and divine connection. It reflects on Jewish resilience against Amalek, intertwining memory with faith during hardships.

The Torah readings this week emphasize community, inner connection, and the concept of sacred space, highlighting our relationship with G-d and each other.

Mishpatim is replete with down to earth, interpersonal laws like borrowing and lending, and guarding people’s property. Many apply the quip to this parasha: ‘After the ecstasy, comes the laundry.’  In other words, after the transcendent revelation at Sinai where, as Rashi puts it, the three million were as ‘one …

Some sages call this Torah portion of Yitro – a miniature Shavuot. Though we are not gathering publicly to stay up all night, of course you are welcome to do so privately. It is the portion where we read the Ten Commandments, including the fourth one, ‘Remember the Sabbath day, …