Torah portion Vayera

Finding Morality in a World of Confusion

Finding Morality in a World of Confusion

Every morning I scan the news and shake my head at the breakdown of morality. The world is in a state of confusion and rampant with violence, profanity, sexual harassment, and disrespect for the law. This downward spiral threatens the moral fiber of civilized society. In this week’s Torah portion of Vayera (Genesis 18:1–22:24), Abraham provides a solution to the immorality of his time that is applicable today. Abraham “planted an orchard in Beer-Sheba and proclaimed that God is the master of
Torah portion Vayera commandments
Zalman Kravitz

Zalman Kravitz
Unlocking The Mystery of Circumcision

Unlocking The Mystery of Circumcision

Unlocking The Mystery of Circumcision Today, both Jews and Muslims practice circumcision and see it as a confirmation of their faith in God. Even more so, Jews see circumcision as a sign of an everlasting covenant with God. In this week’s Torah portion Vayera (Genesis 18:1–22:24), “Abraham circumcised his son Isaac when he was eight days old, as God had commanded him” (Genesis 21:4). Circumcision is so essential to the Jewish faith; Jews risked their lives to practice it. When the Greeks, who
Torah portion Vayera circumcision
Zalman Kravitz

Zalman Kravitz