This week’s Torah portion is Shoftim [Judges.] It is a fascinating portion because it describes an entire idealized societal structure for the Israelites. It also contains the oft-quoted line, “Tzedek, tzedek, tirdof” [Justice, Justice you must pursue.”]
Divrei Torah on Parashat Shoftim:
The Problem of Prayer by Rabbi Amy Scheinerman
Major Injustices and Minor Slights by Rabbi Kari Tuling, PhD
Justice, Justice Shall You Pursue by Hannah Perlberger
Kingly Indulgence by Benjamin Elterman
Righteous Justice by Anita Silvert
Don’t Judge Others, Begin with Yourself by Rabbi Andy Gordon
Different Visions of Divine Reflect Truest Self-Image by Rabbi Mychal Copeland
