This week's portion deals with many fascinating stories and observances, from the cloud and fire that guided the Children of Israel when they traveled through the desert, to the tzara'at (leprosy) that afflicted Miriam, the sister of Moses.
One of the more interesting episodes concerns people who were dissatisfied with the Manna from heaven, and craved meat. The Lord sent them so much meat -- in the form of quails that blew in -- that they could barely take it.
Often, we think we know what we want, or need. But we may be wrong -- and when we are patient and allow events to unfold, and fate to reveal itself, things often work out far better than they would have if we had been in control.
Today's episode is devoted to the second anniversary of the October 7 terror attacks. It was produced before the announcement of a ceasefire deal, yet remains current & relevant.
Please listen, and #bringthemhome.
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This week's portion is a beautiful poem, containing the Covenant between God and the people of Israel. But given the breaking news that Hamas may actually have agreed to release all of the Israeli hostages, I will devote my remarks to that.
One hopes it is true; if so, it makes this week's additional reading, from II Samuel 22, even more relevant: David's song of praise to the Lord for delivering him from the hand of his enemies.
"18 He rescued me from my powerful enemy,
from my foes, who were too strong for me.
19 They confronted me in the day of my disaster,
but the Lord was my support."
So much to focus on this week -- and much breaking news. A peace deal in the Middle East, perhaps? Eric Adams dropping out of the mayor's race? And a looming shutdown as Democrats push their demands beyond absurdity.
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