Our biblical ancestor Rachel reminds us to “Never underestimate the power of a woman.” Canadian activist Nellie McClung said that…
Month: November 2009
Rachel & Leah in the Amidah
“Rachel and Leah answered, saying, is there a place for us in our father’s house?” (Bereisheet/Genesis 31:14) Should the names…
Unselfish Prayer?
In Jewish tradition, we think of prayer as tefillah, self-examination; shevach, praise; and bakashah, request. Traditional bakashot are unselfish general requests that benefit many: healing, world peace, good weather for…
Reading Between the Lines of Isaac's Binding
“God said: please take your son, your only one, whom you love, Yitzchak…and offer him there for a burnt offering.…