Happy #Resurrection Day! On this day, almost 2,000 years ago, the Master of the Sabbath rose from the dead after fulfilling 3 days & 3 nights in the grave.
“These things will make sense to some, but not to others. I don't want passive followers. Those who are truly committed will peer deeply into it, looking for Truth.”
In this week's Parasha, Bo, we witness a transformative journey as the Israelites move closer to liberation.
This narrative echoes the experience of late-diagnosed autistics, who often navigate a path of self-discovery and liberation, unshackling the bonds of societal expectations and embracing their authentic selves.
This journey, much like the Israelites' exodus, is not just about reaching a destination but about the profound changes that occur along the way. It's a reminder that liberation and self-acceptance are continuous processes, filled with challenges and triumphs.
Fun #Parasha question for the week:
At the end of Bo we learn 2 of the four sections written in our tefillin. What are the differences between these psukim? How do they impact our understanding of the tefillin?
We are now accepting submissions for an upcoming book of essays that explores the dynamic intersection between neurodiversity, Torah, and Judaism.
Our project aims to amplify the diverse voices within the Neurodistinct Jewish community, inviting contributors to share their personal narratives, insights, and reflections on how their unique ND perspectives shape their interactions with Torah and Jewish practices.
Neurodistinct can mean a number of things. While thought about primarily as autism and ADHD, it also includes Bipolar, Downs Syndrome, Tourettes, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and many more.
Submissions are encouraged from individuals who identify as ND and Jewish, offering a platform for authentic, diverse expressions that will be compiled into a thought-provoking book that explores the multifaceted connections between neurodivergence and Judaism. Jewish people from ALL denominations are encouraged to submit. NO ONE has a monopoly on Torah!
If you know anyone that may want to contribute or be interested in the project, please spread the word!
In December 2016, Eyal Krim was sworn in as #IDF chief rabbi and awarded the rank of brigadier general.
These were his views on "wartime rape", which, when earthed, caused an outrage. He was later appointed head of the Military Rabbinate.
“[...] Although intercourse with a female gentile is very grave, it was permitted during wartime (under the conditions it stipulated) out of consideration for the soldiers’ difficulties,”
“[...] And since our concern is the success of the collective in the war, the #Torah permitted [soldiers] to satisfy the evil urge under the conditions it stipulated for the sake of the collective’s success.”
I am the co-editor of a forthcoming essay collection about how neurodivergent Jews interact with Torah and Judaism and we are currently accepting submissions. The essays will be published in a book and authors will be compensated.
Divrei Torah, personal experiences, visions for a brighter future, and everything in between are welcome!
At this stage we are taking proposals for articles to be included. Have a great idea that you’re passionate about writing about? Tell us about it in a proposals no more than 800 words.
Message me privately or send me a message via my website for more information.
Tova Herzl: “There are those among us who believe that the commandment to conquer the land and the events described in the “Book of Joshua” are a guide for operating a state in the 21st century.”
Hertzl is sounding the alarm about the religious right in Israel pushing for re-occupation of the #Gaza Strip.
“I would not be surprised if following a ground operation there is an Israeli presence in Gaza, and a demand comes for something small, trivial, let's say #Torah lessons for soldiers on the ruins of a #synagogue that was there before the disengagement, or prayer, and then maybe another one, and the tiny request will get the backing of politicians, those whose support is needed for the coalition's survival. Who will object? And there, a small step on the path to redemption. Or the opposite.”
“There is an urgent need to clarify that the voices seeing the terrible disaster that has befallen us as confirmation of a messianic worldview and a call for its promotion are a dangerous minority. If there is a significant opposing voice among the leaders of religious Zionism, including influential rabbis - I have not heard it. Silence is akin to agreement, confirmation, encouragement. There is a heavy responsibility on anyone who understands where the messianics want to lead us and what the consequences will be, to cry out already now, before it is too late.”
Herzl was #Israel's first ambassador to the recently independent Baltic States (Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania), as well as Israel's ambassador to South Africa. She served two stints as Congressional liaison in Israel's embassy in Washington, D.C.
THIS VIDEO is what I was talking about the cultural appropriation the modern-day state of #Israel is doing to #Jewish culture. I knew I have read somewhere before about this, just didn't remember back when I wrote that post. And it's not just cultural appropriation apparently, it's even worse; it's religious persecution by an anti-religious, anti-Jewish government led by the #Netanyahu regime and its #Likud lackeys!
WATCH this video by Rabbi Dovid Weiss, a 100% #Jew, on why being an anti-Zionist and calling for the speedy dissolution of "Israel" is the most pro-Jewish thing you could possibly do, backed by the #Torah.
"Thou shalt not kill" (The "Israelis" murdered and still murder #Palestinians in cold blood for over 70 years)
"Thou shalt not steal" (The "Israelis" stole and continue to steal #Palestinian land in their occupation of the #WestBank and #Gaza)
"Be loyal to your country" (The Zionists have first rebelled against their home countries whether it'd be in Europe, North Africa, or the Americas, and then incited and misled Jews in #Palestine to fight for them against the Arabs who have been tending the land for generations)
"Israel" is a scam and is the biggest con of recent history.
WAKE THE FUCK UP.
The sooner we all realize how deeply antisemitic this state of "Israel" really is and able to pressure our governments to stop aiding this satanic state, the sooner we can alleviate the suffering of the people in the #GazaStrip and West Bank living for many years without dignity and in humiliation.
The man who vowed to burn the Torah and the Bible outside the Israeli embassy in Sweden's capital Stockholm said Saturday he had chosen not to set light to the religious scriptures.
Despite being given permission by Stockholm police to hold a three-person protest, the man said he had no intention of burning any books and instead threw a lighter to the ground.
"I never thought I would burn any books. I'm a Muslim, we don't burn," broadcaster SVT cited the man as telling those gathered for the planned desecration.
The unnamed man in his 30s said the real reason for the protest was to draw attention to the difference between freedom of speech and offending other ethnic groups.
The planned Torah burning was due to take place just days after another man set fire to pages of the Quran, Islam's holy book, drawing widespread condemnation from Muslims worldwide.