There are no words sufficient to describe the sense of shock, bewilderment and sorrow that is being felt by Jews throughout the world in the wake of the horrifying mass murder at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. That it took place at all is tragic in and of itself. For this to have […]

This sermon was delivered on Rosh Hashana,  at Temple Beth El in Bradenton, Florida What an incredible season this is. It never seems to end, with disaster after disaster. What is going on? Hurricane Ian.  Parts of Southwest Florida lie devastated. Many have lost their homes.Some lost their lives. Life may never be the same. […]

One of the most essential features on our computers and phones is the Delete button. It used to be that when we received a letter or request, it would arrive by mail. Then, if we wished to respond, we might take a little time before doing so. Now, with email travelling through cyberspace in a […]

The Western Wall is not as sacred as many pretend. It is not the remnant of Solomon’s Temple. Rather it is the last standing remnant of the Second Temple.