what was the most significant biblical archeological find? the dead sea scrolls? others may argue that another discovery evidencing the torah portion naso brings us historically closer to mt. sinai. in 1979, israeli archaeologist mr. gabriel barkay, with the help of one of his young workers, found a silver amulet in a jerusalem burial tomb.Continue reading “Was The Greatest Find A Blessing? The Portion Naso: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
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Sometimes, There Is No Simple Answer; Shavuot: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
as a lawyer, i am besieged with questions upon which there is no simple answer. likewise, there is the conundrum of giving an abbreviated answer. with short answers, there is the fear that i will be accused of providing something inaccurate or misleading. at times, when there is no simple answer, i often tell theContinue reading “Sometimes, There Is No Simple Answer; Shavuot: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Being of Service: Behar-Bechukotai: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
“you’re gonna have to serve somebody” bob dylan bob dylan’s gospel classic “gotta serve somebody” craftily lists a variety of individuals-some with power and prestige- with the reminder that there is a higher power that must be reckoned with. the song, composed during dylan’s christianity phase, presents the choice of service to either the devilContinue reading “Being of Service: Behar-Bechukotai: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
PETA’s Unethical Treatment of the Bible: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
ancient words have meaning; ancient words from the master of the universe- even more. bearing this in mind, the people for the ethical treatment of animals (peta), according to a foxnews report, have created their own self-serving artificial intelligence crafted vegan version of the bible. equally disturbing is the foxnews reporting which presents as journalisticContinue reading “PETA’s Unethical Treatment of the Bible: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Controversy Starter, The Torah Portion Emor: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
the torah portion emor pronounces “one law shall be exacted for you, convert and resident alike.” leviticus 24:22. this expression alone- if it was the torah’s only statement- would be sufficient to appreciate the scripture’s long standing impact upon the world. the united states constitution’s 14th amendment echoes the divine words when its provides “norContinue reading “Controversy Starter, The Torah Portion Emor: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Acting Out Of Guilt: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
this morning i entered the kitchen. as the day before was exhausting for both my wife and i, the sink was loaded with dirty dishes. while ever so tempted to finish up on this blog ever so important blog post, i refrained. grabbing the emerald green container of palmolive, i squeezed out some onto aContinue reading “Acting Out Of Guilt: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Monday Morning Quarterback On Parashat Shmini: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
my moral compass broke at age 17. a short period of substance abuse altered my life’s trajectory. moral compasses are constantly challenged by modern society. freely flowing alcohol, an abundance of marijuana, prescription drugs with mind altering side effects, and the proliferation of fentanyl and other street drugs, cognitively and physically change us. last week’sContinue reading “Monday Morning Quarterback On Parashat Shmini: A Ten Commandments’ Tale “
The Cost Of Omission: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
as a big fan of books and religious learning materials, i picked up “the bible from scratch the old testament for beginners” authored by donald l. griggs. i started reading it and found it educational and a valuable resource. chapter three, which addressed the narratives of genesis, was problematic. the sodom and gemorrah story wasContinue reading “The Cost Of Omission: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Breaking Down To Build Back Up, Ki Tisa: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
a time to break and a time to build. ecclesiastes 3:3 ki tisa, this week’s torah portion, is essential ten commandments’ reading- two sets of the ten commandments written, with one broken, and the tale of golden calf. can anyone ask for more? how about an attempt to shed some light on the matter. humansContinue reading “Breaking Down To Build Back Up, Ki Tisa: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Fire’s Past, Present & Future – Tetzaveh: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
nice and some not-so-nice restaurants approach candlelight dining in a bizarre fashion. battery operated flashlight-like devices serve to spark of romance and intimacy at the table. the days of the sensuous glass ball housing an oil lit flame are waning. making the matter worse, these modern lights have simulated flames! fire, as an instrument, isContinue reading “Fire’s Past, Present & Future – Tetzaveh: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
The Ten Commandments Project 