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…umanity. That is, we have a lot going for us even though we are not perfect. Our potential is vast. In part due to my belief in the essential worth of the Synagogue community, I have encouraged families and individuals to establish, renew, strengthen and deepen their involvement in every area of Synagogue life. It has been a source of great joy to me to see so many people discovering (or rediscovering) what a Synagogue has to offer, drawing closer…
…uman” means “Let us make Israel,” who are called “human,” “in our image,” i.e., in the image and form that was inscribed in HaShem’s imagination. The statement “in our likeness” means that a human will now be made in the likeness that was previously in HaShem’s mind (Sefer Ba`al Shem Tov § 56). In other words, when God says “Let us make the human in Our image” what is meant is “Let us make the human in the image that we already have formed in our…
…agrees with the opinion of the individual and relies on it….” Some sages (e.g. Raavad) take this to mean that a later, higher court can rely on the viewpoint of the minority opinion in making its judgment. That is, a later court can use a previously rejected minority opinion as a source of authority for applying that previously rejected position in a present case. But there is another viewpoint, expressed in the following paragraph of the Mishna (…
…ttribute, a longer name. The rabbis identified Elokim (G-d) with justice, i.e., rules and consequences, each according to his desert. they identified Adonai (L-rd) with mercy and intimacy. And in the second story they come together – justice and mercy. tzedaka v’chesed Etz Chayim [the humash] repeats an old story, a midrash of two worlds created before this one. One was built on strict justice, tzedaka where anyone missing the mark was struck down…
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…d. We are always open by appointment. Contact the Giftshop at giftshop@beki.org. Be Inspired. Shop with Us and Support a Local Institution. Book of Life Award After Passover an outstanding member of the Sisterhood was honored with the Woman of Valor Award for her volunteer efforts and community service at the Book of Life event. The Congregation values the volunteer efforts of its members and historically the Sisterhood has been a primary locus…
…29 Aug Back to Shul Day August 29, 2021 9:00 am – 4:00 pm BEKI Kids page Home Page Interior Page Sunday, August 29 is a work and fun day to prepare the shul for High Holy Days. Our goal is to prepare the synagogue, inside and […] More Info…
…All worship services and children’s programs are member-led. Education Director Annie Norman Schiff (anormanschiff@beki.org) arranges the rotation for children’s programs. To sign up to lead part of the Saturday morning services, or to read Torah or Haftorah, make your selection via our online spreadsheet. Just scroll down to the proper date to see details about each aliyah. Questions? Consult Rachel Adelstein at ritualcoordinator@beki.org. …
…or burial are invited to call Rabbi Tilsen at 203.389-2108 or jjtilsen@beki.org for information. UHS Graduation & Promotion The United Hebrew School is concluding another wonderfully successful year of study. The Graduation & Promotion will take place at the Westville Synagogue on Sunday 8 June. Breakfast will be served beginning at 9:30a followed by Graduation and Promotion at 10:30a. All are welcomed to share in this joy. Ramah New England Alumn…