Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

Moses has descended once again from the mountain, face aglow, carrying the tablets with the restored covenant in his arms. God has forgiven the Children of Israel for their transgressions with the Golden Calf. They are finally ready to begin creating God’s dwelling place in the heart of their community.

In addition to being the raucous holiday of fun, Purim points us toward the consciousness of oneness that transcends all dualities....

We examine two topics in this week's portion. First, what parallels can we draw between the episode of the Golden Calf - a rebellion and its aftermath - with the storming of the U.S. Capitol this past January? Second, reflecting on the brilliant teaching of the late Rabbi Lord Sacks, what are the pros and cons of we Jews being a historically "stiff-necked" people?

34 Bamidbar | In the Wilderness | Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

37 Shelakh | Healing the Crushed Spirit | Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

36 Beha'alotekha | Are We There Yet? | Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

35 Naso | Be a Channel for Blessings | Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

40 Balak | Mah Tovu — How Good It Is | Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

39 Hukat | Confronting Mortality | Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

38 Korakh | Demagogue | Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

42 Matot | Do Not Separate Yourself From the Community | Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

41 Pinkhas | The Daughters of Tz’lofkhad Step Forward | Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

45 Va'et'khanan | The Choosing People | Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

44 Devarim | Finding Your Voice | Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

43 Mas'ei | The Inner Journey |Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

47 Re'eih | Open Your Hand |Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

46 Eikev | Gratitude | Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

49 Ki Teitzei Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

48 Shoftim | Justice, Justice | Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler

52 Vayeilekh Jonathan Kligler by Rabbi Jonathan Kligler