There is a curious passage in Parshat Bha’alotecha — two verses enclosed by upside-down nuns. These verses are well-known to those of us who attend Shabbat morning services, as they are woven into the ...

The book of Judges follows the history of the Jews after they entered the promised land. Joshua had led God’s people after Moses’ death, and his book ends with a nation seemingly submitted to God, ...

“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You anoint my head with oil; My cup runs over” (Psalm 23:5). As I sit down to write, there’s a table before me with many interpretations ...

Fear often creeps in and makes us feel spiritually unprotected. Use words to calm your heart, reconnect with something greater than yourself, and remind you of God. Talking to God honestly and having ...

People often seek protection primarily for the feeling of safety, direction, and support that it can provide in a world of uncertainty. Through prayer, people can experience emotional calmness while ...