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Vayikra
The Eternal One called to Moses and spoke to him from the Tent of Meeting, saying: "Speak to the Israelite people and say to them: When any of you presents an offering of cattle to the Eternal: You shall choose your offering from the herd or from the flock." - Leviticus 1:1-2
Purim
Purim is a joyous holiday that affirms and celebrates Jewish survival and continuity throughout history. The main communal celebration involves a public reading—usually in the synagogue—of the Book of Esther (M'gillat Esther), which tells the story of the holiday: Under the rule of King Ahashverosh, Haman, the king's adviser, plots to exterminate all of the Jews of Persia. His plan is foiled by Queen Esther and her cousin Mordechai, who ultimately save the Jews of Persia from destruction. The reading of the m'gillah typically is a rowdy affair, punctuated by booing and noise-making when Haman's name is read aloud.
Film, Fiction, and Fine Wine: The Dressmakers of Prospect Heights
WRJ welcomes author Kitty Zeldis, who will join us to talk about her novel.
About the novel:
Moving from the bustling streets of Brooklyn and Manhattan to late 19th century Russia and the lively quarters of New Orleans, The Dressmakers of Prospect Heights is a story of female friendship, the
Israeli Lives Changed Forever: A Post-October 7 Perspective with Rabbi Galit Cohen-Kedem
Rabbi Galit Cohen-Kedem, a Reform Rabbi in Israel, will share her perspective and experiences during the current crisis. As the leader of a small Reform Congregation in Holon (near Tel Aviv), her congregation stepped up as part of the civil society in Israel and offered aid to their neighbors and
Tzav
The Eternal One spoke to Moses, saying: "Command Aaron and his sons thus: This is the ritual of the burnt offering: The burnt offering itself shall remain where it is burned upon the altar all night until morning, while the fire on the altar is kept going on it." - Leviticus 6:1-2