by RabbiOlivier | Nov 21, 2014 | Torah Reflections
Tol’dot Genesis 25:19 – 28:9 Inward Bound There is a popular ice-breaker I often use to start a workshop or a meeting. I ask the people present, as they introduce themselves to the group, to add before their name an adjective that...
by RabbiOlivier | Nov 14, 2014 | Torah Reflections
Chayei Sarah Genesis 23:1 – 25:18 I originally posted these Reflections on Chayei Sarah last year. They are, today, more relevant to me than ever before, and seem to capture perfectly where I currently find myself on this amazing spiritual journey that...
by RabbiOlivier | Nov 11, 2014 | Torah Reflections
Vayeira Genesis 18:1 – 22:24 Beyond Our Need For Justice In his life storyline, Abraham has not always risen to the occasion of his ethical challenges. Yet this aspect of his story his worthy of praise: his standing up to God in the...
