Parashat Tzav takes us deeper into the Book of Leviticus, and into the minutiae of Temple sacrificial practice. This week we see the sacrifices from the priest’s point of view, especially the week-long ordination rite. What can any of this possibly have to say to 21st century Jews? Take a look at these divrei Torah and see!
Giving Thanks in the Present Moment by Rabbi Rachel Barenblat
Tzav: Oil and Blood by Maggid Melissa Carpenter
The Life Blood and the Nefesh by Rabbi Sylvia Rothschild
Leadership, Precision, and the Power of Ritual by Rabbi Rachel Sabath- Beit Halachmi
“Head, Shoulders, Knees & Toes” by Rabbi Amy Scheinerman
The Convert Who Loved Nice Clothes by Rabbi Ruth Adar
I need to learn more about Jewish life and customs as a 1/4 Ashkanazi. You guy have to enlighten this 3/4 wasp.
Paul, I’m going to guess that you just got a DNA test back – but I might be wrong.
What kinds of things do you want to know? You can use the search box on the blog to look for topics. If you tell me what you are interested in, I can direct you to some articles.
Good learning to you!