The Parsha Discussion with Alex Israel — Bamidbar. When Does Adulthood Begin?
At what age does a child become an adult? The classic Bar mitzvah speech used to be “Today I am a man!” but, really? Do…
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The Parsha Discussion with Alex Israel — Behar-Bechukotai. Reset!
We live in an era of extreme economic disparities. Gaps between rich and poor are increasing. Does Judaism have anything to say about our economic…
The Parsha Discussion with Alex Israel — Emor. Unplugged! Fostering a Shabbat Atmosphere
As our world becomes more automated, as sensors and smart-home devices become more prevalent, should we be allowed to make use of automated technologies on…
The Parsha Discussion with Alex Israel — Acharei Mot-Kedoshim. Cultural Differentiation – Chukat HaGoy
Our Parsha, or parshiot introduce a concept of cultural differentiation – Chukat HaGoy – between Israel and the nations that surround us. Learn all the…
The Parsha Discussion with Alex Israel — Tazria Metzora. Setting Goals and Making Progress
This week we will speak about Time and human processes. There is a dynamic of seven and eight which animates our parsha and recent parshiot.…
The Parsha Discussion with Alex Israel — Shemini. Unhealthy for Body or Soul?
Tens of thousands have died, and billions of people have been confined to our homes by a worldwide pandemic. Rumour has it that the virus…
The Parsha Discussion with Alex Israel — Tzav. The Power of Immersive Environments
In this week’s Parsha (we find Aharon and his sons unable to leave the house for 7 days and nights! (Actually, it is not their…
The Parsha Discussion with Alex Israel — Vayikra. The Salt Covenant
Why is salt such an important part of the sacrifices? Salt is traditionally placed alongside the bread at our Shabbat table (Orach Chayim 167:5). The…
The Parsha Discussion with Alex Israel — Vayakhel-Pikudei. Together and Apart
This is a special parsha discussion on the idea of seclusion and connection when we are alone or with the ones we love. Find out…