The first word in our portion re’eh is one of the most powerful terms found in the Torah. In fact, God is described as a ro’eh on three different levels. The first time the word is found in the Torah, ...

This Shabbat is the third of the seven Sabbaths between the 9 th day of Av and Rosh HaShanah, the New Year. The Torah portion begins in a stark manner: “See – I have placed today before you a blessing ...

Rabbi Michael Rothbaum serves as rabbi of Congregation Beth Elohim in Acton, Massachusetts. A distinguished and award-winning religious leader, speaker, and writer, Rabbi Mike is devoted to creating ...

While a prophet may not change Torah law, he may override it temporarily – except in the case of idolatry. No prophet may advocate idol worship, no matter the circumstances. If he does, he is ...