Jeremiah, Climate Change, and the Three Weeks: Finding Hope Amidst Despair
The season of the three weeks is an invitation to find a dynamic balance between hope and despair.
Weekly Parsha
Balaam and Universalism v. Particularism
We’re called to hold both truths: to cherish our unique voice, while remaining open to others.
The Power of Softness
Sometimes we need to work softly, like water slowly dripping, day in and day out
Confronting Crises of Confidence
Only when we forgive the trespasses — real or imagined — against us can we fully recover control of our story.
Grasshoppers of the Habituated Mind
In my attempt to understand Torah, I often search for an inner, psycho-spiritual, or mythic dimension in Torah.
The Value of Uncertainty
The world is filled with not-knowing, and navigating it is a crucial skill.
Experiencing God’s Revelation through Gardening
With everything that can go wrong, seeing and tasting a plant bear fruit feels like a tiny miracle.
Disagreeing Well Is a Matter of Life or Death
Engaging with those who disagree with us is a major way we learn and grow.
What does it mean that there is one law for everyone?
Equal application of the law does not result in uniformity of judgment because every case is different.
