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Kabbalah Thought for this week "Humans are inclined to sacrifice long-term fulfillment and well-being for immediate ego-gratification. This is the true significance of Esau selling his birthright to his brother. Moreover, we delude ourselves with the felief that our selfish actions are really for the sake of our families. This delusion is fabricated by the dark side of our nature." Announcements -Office Hours -This week’s 10-Minute -Events -Candle Lighting Times for Shabbat (Ontario, CA) -Shabbat Services -School Calendar Sunday, 13 August 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism Thursday, 17 August 2023-Judaic Studies Friday & Saturday, 18 and 19 August 2023-This week's Shabbat services Sunday, 20 August 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism Thursday, 24 August 2023-Judaic Studies Friday & Saturday, 25 and 26 August 2023-This week's Shabbat services Sunday, 27 August 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism Thursday, 31 August 2023-Judaic Studies Friday & Saturday, 1 and 2 September 2023-This week's Shabbat services Sunday, 3 August 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism Thursday, 7 August 2023-Judaic Studies Friday & Saturday, 8 and 9 August 2023-This week's Shabbat services -Mi Sheberach List *For your information, I have included below my schedule, including office hours for the next two weeks and specific classes in which I am involved. **For your convenience and information, Zoom links will be provided in separate emails for security purposes. ***I have updated our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing by removing the names of those of whom we were uncertain. Please advise if any names were removed in error. For your convenience, I am attaching this revised list to this email that only goes to members of Temple Sholom of Ontario. Thank you. Office Hours this week: Going forward, I am planning on conducting Hebrew School and Miller Course from my office and making Sunday an office day to be more available. Sunday, August 13, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) Monday, August 14, 2023 - 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday, August 18, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Sunday, August 20, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) Thursday, August 24, 2023 - 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday, August 25, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Sunday, August 27, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (?) (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) Thursday, August 31, 2023 - 9:30am - 2:00pm Friday, August 1, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (19 August 2023): Parashat Shoftim 5783 https://youtu.be/kS4q5BEwUE0 Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, August 14 at 7:30 pm PT Zoom Links sent in separate email Monday morning. Please reply if you do not receive them. Parashat Shoftim 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת שׁוֹפְטִים 19 August 2023 / 2 Elul 5783 Parashat Shoftim is the 48th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 16:18-21:9 Shoftim (“Judges”) discusses guidelines of leadership, opening with a command to appoint judges and continuing to detail laws of kings, priests, and prophets. It also describes laws relating to cities of refuge for accidental killers, false witnesses, warfare, and the rite performed in a case of unsolved murder. [1] Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 820 – 825 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 820 – 835) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 1024 – 1031 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 1024 – 1045) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 1088 - 1094 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp.1088 – 1106) Rosh Chodesh Elul 2023 / רֹאשׁ חוֹדֶשׁ אֱלוּל 5783 Start of month of Elul on the Hebrew calendar 🌒 Rosh Chodesh Elul for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Wednesday, 16 August 2023 and ends at nightfall on Friday, 18 August 2023. Start of month of Elul on the Hebrew calendar. Elul (אֱלוּל) is the 6th month of the Hebrew year, has 29 days, and corresponds to August or September on the Gregorian calendar. רֹאשׁ חוֹדֶשׁ, transliterated Rosh Chodesh or Rosh Hodesh, is a minor holiday that occurs at the beginning of every month in the Hebrew calendar. It is marked by the birth of a new moon. Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, August 17, 2023 @ 7:30pm We will be discussing what we have chosen as our next topic. Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Candle lighting / הדלקת נרות Friday, August 18⋅7:13 – 7:13pm Havdalah (50 min) / הבדלה - 50 דקות Saturday, August 19⋅8:20 – 8:20pm Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, August 18, 2023 @ 7:30 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, August 18, 2023 @ 9:30 am Zoom Links sent in separate email Friday afternoon. Please reply if you do not receive them. We are now incorporating guitar accompaniment with our Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv Parashat Shoftim 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת שׁוֹפְטִים 19 August 2023 / 2 Elul 5783 Parashat Shoftim is the 48th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 16:18-21:9 Shoftim (“Judges”) discusses guidelines of leadership, opening with a command to appoint judges and continuing to detail laws of kings, priests, and prophets. It also describes laws relating to cities of refuge for accidental killers, false witnesses, warfare, and the rite performed in a case of unsolved murder. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 16:18-20 · 3 p’sukim · 2: 16:21-17:7 · 9 p’sukim · 3: 17:8-10 · 3 p’sukim · 4: 17:11-13 · 3 p’sukim · 5: 17:14-17 · 4 p’sukim · 6: 17:18-20 · 3 p’sukim · 7: 18:1-5 · 5 p’sukim · maf: 18:3-5 · 3 p’sukim · or maf: 21:7-9 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Isaiah 51:12-52:12 · 24 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 820 – 825 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 820 – 835) *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5783 is Triennial Year 1 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario Hebrew School is on break for the summer; see you in the fall. Children's Beginning Hebrew Class Sunday, August 20, 2023 10:00am -10:45am Please contact us for further details and information To teach Hebrew to those just entering Hebrew school or would like a refresher. Miller Course: Introduction to Judaism Next Session: Sunday, August 20, 2023 11:00am - 12:00noon Module 10: High Holidays 12:00noon - 1:00pm Module 11: Kashrut We are now doing our second course! Your Jewish Journey Starts at Miller Intro to Judaism Welcome to the Miller Intro to Judaism Program! We invite you to explore Judaism with us. Whether you are in an interfaith relationship, re-discovering your Jewish heritage, or seek to convert to Judaism, we are here to support your journey. The core of the Miller Introduction to Judaism Program is an 18-week course that surveys Jewish living and practice, including history, ritual, culture, texts, and values. Classes are designed to be highly interactive, with much time for discussion and questions, and include personalized instruction in reading Hebrew. ***We continually update our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing. Please advise any names to be added or removed. This list only goes to members of Temple Sholom of Ontario but I will include anyone who can benefit from these prayers. Thank you. *The titles in blue and underlined are "hyperlinks". If you click on any of those, it will lead to that site/URL. The hyperlink gives a descriptive title with the actual link embedded in that title. Anyone who is concerned about clicking a link or hyperlink can access any of these resources by going to my website, www.modernrabbistephen.com. You can find them in the "Blog" and "Videos" sections, as well as the "Instagram Links" by clicking on the various pictures.

https://youtu.be/kS4q5BEwUE0 Parashat Shoftim 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת שׁוֹפְטִים 19 August 2023 / 2 Elul 5783 Parashat Shoftim is the 48th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 16:18-21:9 Shoftim (“Judges”) discusses guidelines of leadership, opening with a command to appoint judges and continuing to detail laws of kings, priests, and prophets. It also describes laws relating to cities of refuge for accidental killers, false witnesses, warfare, and the rite performed in a case of unsolved murder. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 16:18-20 · 3 p’sukim · 2: 16:21-17:7 · 9 p’sukim · 3: 17:8-10 · 3 p’sukim · 4: 17:11-13 · 3 p’sukim · 5: 17:14-17 · 4 p’sukim · 6: 17:18-20 · 3 p’sukim · 7: 18:1-5 · 5 p’sukim · maf: 18:3-5 · 3 p’sukim · or maf: 21:7-9 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Isaiah 51:12-52:12 · 24 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 820 – 825 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 820 – 835) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 1024 – 1031 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 1024 – 1045) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 1088 - 1094 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp.1088 – 1106) The Jewish concept of Justice seems to be unique. When Israel starts to settle the Promised Land, we are to install a system of government. We are to set up a hierarchy of courts, with the major court, the Sanhedrin of 70 judges to the lowest court, the Beit Din with three. We also set up officers, or policemen, to help the court carry out and enforce rulings. Shoftim opens with the admonition, “Justice, justice shall you pursue”. “Justice” is doubled to really hone in the point. We are also to have a king. He will be a native Israelite who make sure he is weel versed in Torah by having two copies and writing at least in his own hand. Finally, we are to take care of the priests and Levites who have no means of support other than the donations of the people, and prophets who will make sure Israel doesn’t stray. That’s a lot of safeguards. Hashem and Moses were very concerned that this “stiff-necked people” would find pagan practices enticing and that after enjoying their prosperity, they would feel in their arrogance that it’s their own doing, not Hashem’s. Our uniqueness is acknowledging that everyone, from the king and the priest and the judge and prophet, and all of Israel is bound by Torah. It is G-d’s law. And we humans, not matter what our role in society are all equally bound by those commandments. Parashat Shoftim 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת שׁוֹפְטִים 19 agosto 2023 / 2 elul 5783 Parashat Shoftim es la porción semanal número 48 de la Torá en el ciclo judío anual de lectura de la Torá. Porción de la Torá: Deuteronomio 16:18-21:9 Shoftim ("Jueces") analiza las pautas de liderazgo, comenzando con una orden para nombrar jueces y continuando con los detalles de las leyes de los reyes, sacerdotes y profetas. También describe las leyes relativas a las ciudades de refugio para los asesinos accidentales, los testigos falsos, la guerra y el rito realizado en un caso de asesinato sin resolver. [1] Trienal año 1 1: 16:18-20 · 3 p'sukim · 2: 16:21-17:7 · 9 p'sukim · 3: 17:8-10 · 3 p'sukim · 4: 17:11-13 · 3 p'sukim · 5: 17:14-17 · 4 p'sukim · 6: 17:18-20 · 3 p'sukim · 7: 18:1-5 · 5 p'sukim · maf: 18:3-5 · 3 p'sukim · o maf: 21:7-9 · 3 p'sukim · Haftará: Isaías 51:12-52:12 · 24 p'sukim Comentario y Divrei Torá Sefaria OU Torá Seminario Teológico Judío Universidad Judía Americana Hertz Chumash: págs. 820 – 825 Año trienal 1 (Kriyah completo págs. 820 – 835) Artscroll Chumash: págs. 1024 – 1031 Trienal Año 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 1024 – 1045) Etz Chaim Chumash: págs. 1088 - 1094 Año trienal 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 1088 - 1106) El concepto judío de justicia parece ser único. Cuando Israel comience a asentarse en la Tierra Prometida, debemos instalar un sistema de gobierno. Debemos establecer una jerarquía de tribunales, con el tribunal principal, el Sanedrín de 70 jueces hasta el tribunal inferior, el Beit Din con tres. También designamos oficiales, o policías, para ayudar a la corte a ejecutar y hacer cumplir las sentencias. Shoftim comienza con la advertencia: “Justicia, justicia perseguirás”. "Justicia" se duplica para realmente afinar el punto. También vamos a tener un rey. Será un israelita nativo que se asegurará de estar bien versado en la Torá teniendo dos copias y escribiendo al menos de su puño y letra. Finalmente, debemos cuidar de los sacerdotes y levitas que no tienen otro medio de sustento que las donaciones del pueblo, y los profetas que se asegurarán de que Israel no se desvíe. Esas son muchas salvaguardas. Hashem y Moisés estaban muy preocupados de que este “pueblo de dura cerviz” encontrara tentadoras las prácticas paganas y que después de disfrutar de su prosperidad, sintieran en su arrogancia que era su propia obra, no la de Hashem. Nuestra singularidad es reconocer que todos, desde el rey y el sacerdote y el juez y el profeta, y todo Israel está sujeto a la Torá. Es la ley de Di-s. Y nosotros, los humanos, sin importar cuál sea nuestro papel en la sociedad, todos estamos igualmente obligados por esos mandamientos.

https://youtu.be/eTHmUS191ps Parashat Re’eh 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת רְאֵה 12 August 2023 / 25 Av 5783 Parashat Re’eh is the 47th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 11:26-16:17 Re’eh (“See”) details a series of laws in advance of the Israelites’ entrance into the Land of Israel. These include the obligation to destroy idolatry, laws of tithing and charity, dietary laws, holiday laws, and the prohibition of offering sacrifices outside of the place designated by God. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 11:26-31 · 6 p’sukim · 2: 11:32-12:5 · 6 p’sukim · 3: 12:6-10 · 5 p’sukim · 4: 12:11-16 · 6 p’sukim · 5: 12:17-19 · 3 p’sukim · 6: 12:20-25 · 6 p’sukim · 7: 12:26-28 · 3 p’sukim · maf: 12:26-28 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Isaiah 54:11-55:5 · 12 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 799 – 804 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 799 – 817) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 998 – 1006 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 998 – 1023) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 1061 – 1067 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp.1061 – 1084) Moses is continuing his discourse to the Israelites getting ready to conquer and settle the land of Canaan, the Promised Land. Over the next few portions, we will get a veritable laundry list of commands. As pertinent to Deuteronomy, Mishneh Torah, these are highlighted because they are important specifically for settling the land. Moses exhorts Israel to destroy all references and artifacts used by the indigenous Canaanites for their idol worship. This is because Israel may be curious about them and tempted to participate. But this brings up an interesting question: we have seen Hashem at work and witnessed his commandments; what would be so enticing about pagan worship? What we now call Judaism is a very discipline-oriented religion in which one’s life revolves around our holidays and offerings to an immaterial Being that we cannot, in most cases, perceive with our senses. As this parashat also discusses the remittance of loans in the seventh, Sh’mittah year, we are commanded to have faith that our generosity will come back to us as karma. This is the case in many other commandments, like don’t hate your neighbor or take revenge when they offend or hurt you in some way. Pagan rituals were just the opposite. They used objects that represented forces of nature that you could perceive. Much of this was based on superstition as well. Finally, many of their rituals involved indulging in bodily pleasures that Torah prohibited. So it was natural that Israel would be interested in “partying” with the locals. In fact, after many generations of actually having to work the land, it would be easy for Israel to forget where their prosperity comes from. After all, we are a stiff-necked bunch and may need periodic reminding. The reward is that we will be rewarded. Our diligence to what is right and moral sets a platform for an orderly, peaceful and prosperous society. Let us remember not to be caught in the snare of temptation of foreign customs. Parashat Re'eh 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת רְאֵה 12 agosto 2023 / 25 Av 5783 Parashat Re'eh es la porción semanal número 47 de la Torá en el ciclo judío anual de lectura de la Torá. Porción de la Torá: Deuteronomio 11:26-16:17 Re'eh ("Ver") detalla una serie de leyes antes de la entrada de los israelitas a la Tierra de Israel. Estos incluyen la obligación de destruir la idolatría, las leyes del diezmo y la caridad, las leyes dietéticas, las leyes de vacaciones y la prohibición de ofrecer sacrificios fuera del lugar designado por Dios. [1] Trienal año 1 1: 11:26-31 · 6 p'sukim · 2: 11:32-12:5 · 6 p'sukim · 3: 12:6-10 · 5 p'sukim · 4: 12:11-16 · 6 p'sukim · 5: 12:17-19 · 3 p'sukim · 6: 12:20-25 · 6 p'sukim · 7: 12:26-28 · 3 p'sukim · maf: 12:26-28 · 3 p'sukim · Haftará: Isaías 54:11-55:5 · 12 p'sukim Comentario y Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 799 – 804 Año trienal 1 (Kriyah completo pp. 799 – 817) Artscroll Chumash: págs. 998 – 1006 Trienal Año 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 998 – 1023) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 1061 – 1067 Año Trienal 1 (Kriyah Completa pp. 1061 – 1084) Moisés continúa su discurso a los israelitas que se preparan para conquistar y poblar la tierra de Canaán, la Tierra Prometida. En las próximas porciones, obtendremos una verdadera lista de comandos. En relación con Deuteronomio, Mishneh Torá, estos se destacan porque son importantes específicamente para poblar la tierra. Moisés exhorta a Israel a destruir todas las referencias y artefactos utilizados por los indígenas cananeos para su adoración de ídolos. Esto se debe a que Israel puede sentir curiosidad por ellos y sentirse tentado a participar. Pero esto trae a colación una pregunta interesante: hemos visto a Hashem en acción y hemos sido testigos de sus mandamientos; ¿Qué sería tan tentador de la adoración pagana? Lo que ahora llamamos judaísmo es una religión muy disciplinada en la que la vida de uno gira en torno a nuestras vacaciones y ofrendas a un Ser inmaterial que, en la mayoría de los casos, no podemos percibir con nuestros sentidos. Como esta parashat también trata sobre el envío de préstamos en el séptimo año de la Sh’mittah, se nos ordena tener fe en que nuestra generosidad volverá a nosotros como karma. Este es el caso de muchos otros mandamientos, como el de no odiar a tu prójimo ni tomar venganza cuando te ofende o lastima de alguna manera. Los rituales paganos eran todo lo contrario. Usaron objetos que representaban fuerzas de la naturaleza que podías percibir. Gran parte de esto también se basó en la superstición. Finalmente, muchos de sus rituales implicaban entregarse a los placeres corporales que la Torá prohibía. Así que era natural que Israel estuviera interesado en “fiesta” con los lugareños. De hecho, después de muchas generaciones de tener que trabajar la tierra, sería fácil para Israel olvidar de dónde viene su prosperidad. Después de todo, somos un grupo de testarudos y es posible que necesitemos recordatorios periódicos. La recompensa es que seremos recompensados. Nuestra diligencia por lo que es correcto y moral establece una plataforma para una sociedad ordenada, pacífica y próspera. Acordémonos de no caer en la trampa de la tentación de las costumbres extranjeras.

Announcements -Office Hours -This week’s 10-Minute -Events -Candle Lighting Times for Shabbat (Ontario, CA) -Shabbat Services -School Calendar Sunday, 30 July 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism Monday, 31 July 2023-Adult Torah Study Thursday, 3 August 2023--Judaic Studies Friday & Saturday, 4 & 5 August 2023-This week's Shabbat services Sunday, 6 August 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism Thursday, 10 August 2023-Board Meeting Friday & Saturday, 11 and 12 August 2023-This week's Shabbat services Sunday, 13 August 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism Thursday, 17 August 2023-Judaic Studies Friday & Saturday, 18 and 19 August 2023-This week's Shabbat services -Mi Sheberach List *For your information, I have included below my schedule, including office hours for the next two weeks and specific classes in which I am involved. **For your convenience and information, Zoom links will be provided in separate emails for security purposes. ***I have updated our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing by removing the names of those of whom we were uncertain. Please advise if any names were removed in error. For your convenience, I am attaching this revised list to this email that only goes to members of Temple Sholom of Ontario. Thank you. Office Hours this week: Going forward, I am planning on conducting Hebrew School and Miller Course from my office and making Sunday an office day to be more available. Sunday, July 30, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) Thursday, August 3, 2023 - 9:30am - 1:30pm (?) Friday, August 4, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Sunday, August 6, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) Thursday, August 10, 2023 - 1:30pm - 7:00pm (Board Meeting @ 7:00pm) Friday, August 11, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Sunday, August 13, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) Thursday, August 17, 2023 - 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday, August 18, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Sunday, August 20, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (5 August 2023): Parashat Eikev 5783 https://youtu.be/wr5nrXzLSZ8 Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, July 31 at 7:30 pm PT Zoom Links sent in separate email Monday morning. Please reply if you do not receive them. Parashat Eikev 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת עֵקֶב 5 August 2023 / 18 Av 5783 Parashat Eikev is the 46th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 7:12-11:25 In Eikev (“As a Result”), Moses recounts events that happened in the desert, including the manna, the golden calf, and Aaron's death. Moses describes the blessings God will bestow upon the Israelites if they follow God’s law and the punishments they will encounter if they disobey. [1] Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 780 – 784 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 780 – 793) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 980 – 985 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 980 – 997) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 1034 - 1042 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp.1034 – 1050) Tu B’Av 2023 / טוּ בְּאָב 5783 Minor Jewish holiday of love ❤️ Tu B'Av for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Tuesday, 1 August 2023 and ends at nightfall on Wednesday, 2 August 2023. Tu B’Av (Hebrew: ט״ו באב, the fifteenth of the month Av) is a minor Jewish holiday. In modern-day Israel, it is celebrated as a holiday of love (חג האהבה Ḥag HaAhava). It has been said to be an auspicious day for weddings. Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, August 3, 2023 @ 7:30pm We will be discussing what we have chosen as our next topic. Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Candle lighting / הדלקת נרות Friday, August 4⋅7:28 – 7:28pm Havdalah (50 min) / הבדלה - 50 דקות Saturday, August 5⋅8:35 – 8:35pm Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, August 4, 2023 @ 7:30 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, August 5, 2023 @ 9:30 am Zoom Links sent in separate email Friday afternoon. Please reply if you do not receive them. We are now incorporating guitar accompaniment with our Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv Parashat Eikev 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת עֵקֶב 5 August 2023 / 18 Av 5783 Parashat Eikev is the 46th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 7:12-11:25 In Eikev (“As a Result”), Moses recounts events that happened in the desert, including the manna, the golden calf, and Aaron's death. Moses describes the blessings God will bestow upon the Israelites if they follow God’s law and the punishments they will encounter if they disobey. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 7:12-16 · 5 p’sukim · 2: 7:17-21 · 5 p’sukim · 3: 7:22-26 · 5 p’sukim · 4: 8:1-3 · 3 p’sukim · 5: 8:4-10 · 7 p’sukim · 6: 8:11-18 · 8 p’sukim · 7: 8:19-9:3 · 5 p’sukim · maf: 9:1-3 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Isaiah 49:14-51:3 · 27 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 780 – 784 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 780 – 793) *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5783 will be Triennial Year 1 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario Hebrew School is on break for the summer; see you in the fall. Children's Beginning Hebrew Class Sunday, August 6, 2023 10:00am -10:45am Please contact us for further details and information To teach Hebrew to those just entering Hebrew school or would like a refresher. Miller Course: Introduction to Judaism Next Session: Sunday, August 6, 2023 11:00am - 12:00noon Module 18: Final Class 12:00noon - 1:00pm Module 7: Pesach We have started a second course! Your Jewish Journey Starts at Miller Intro to Judaism Welcome to the Miller Intro to Judaism Program! We invite you to explore Judaism with us. Whether you are in an interfaith relationship, re-discovering your Jewish heritage, or seek to convert to Judaism, we are here to support your journey. The core of the Miller Introduction to Judaism Program is an 18-week course that surveys Jewish living and practice, including history, ritual, culture, texts, and values. Classes are designed to be highly interactive, with much time for discussion and questions, and include personalized instruction in reading Hebrew. ***We continually update our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing. Please advise any names to be added or removed. This list only goes to members of Temple Sholom of Ontario but I will include anyone who can benefit from these prayers. Thank you. *The titles in blue and underlined are "hyperlinks". If you click on any of those, it will lead to that site/URL. The hyperlink gives a descriptive title with the actual link embedded in that title. Anyone who is concerned about clicking a link or hyperlink can access any of these resources by going to my website, www.modernrabbistephen.com. You can find them in the "Blog" and "Videos" sections, as well as the "Instagram Links" by clicking on the various pictures.

Parashat Eikev 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת עֵקֶב 5 August 2023 / 18 Av 5783 https://youtu.be/wr5nrXzLSZ8 Parashat Eikev is the 46th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 7:12-11:25 In Eikev (“As a Result”), Moses recounts events that happened in the desert, including the manna, the golden calf, and Aaron's death. Moses describes the blessings God will bestow upon the Israelites if they follow God’s law and the punishments they will encounter if they disobey. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 7:12-16 · 5 p’sukim · 2: 7:17-21 · 5 p’sukim · 3: 7:22-26 · 5 p’sukim · 4: 8:1-3 · 3 p’sukim · 5: 8:4-10 · 7 p’sukim · 6: 8:11-18 · 8 p’sukim · 7: 8:19-9:3 · 5 p’sukim · maf: 9:1-3 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Isaiah 49:14-51:3 · 27 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 780 – 784 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 780 – 793) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 980 – 985 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 980 – 997) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 1034 - 1042 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp.1034 – 1050) The word Eikev here is translated as “rewards”. The commentary in the Artscroll Humash, however, relates the Hebrew word to its usual translation of “heel” to Jews’ temptation to avoid observing minor commandments. Every commandment, they state, is as important as any other one, and we shouldn’t ignore the smaller, minor commandments, the ones at the “heel”. What do say in the modern business world? “Don’t sweat the small stuff—it’s all small.” The point is that we have to endeavor to observe all the commandments to get into the habit and just doing it. When we start cherry picking which ones to do and which ones not to do, we defy Hashem’s will. Then, we start ignoring some of the bigger ones and forget what being Jewish is all about: respecting Hashem and all of G-d’s children. We then stop honoring Hashem. Our ancestors lost sight of Hashem’s care in providing water, food and shelter. When Moses did not return when they expected, they got terrified and made an idol. That continuity of having a relationship with G-d was not ingrained yet. Moses is reminding this new generation of such to impress upon them the importance of being diligent and not taking anything for granted. They should not think that their prosperity is completely of their own doing. They need to remember that Hashem has granted them a good life because of the covenant with their ancestors and that should they falter, their lives will start to change. This is a lesson for modern Jews. Remember that Hashem is watching us and our attention to the covenant will see us through hard times. Consider that rampant antisemitism in our society today and consider that while there have been incidents, it is in the process of being contained. Parashat Eikev 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת עֵקֶב 5 agosto 2023 / 18 Av 5783 https://youtu.be/wr5nrXzLSZ8 Parashat Eikev es la porción semanal número 46 de la Torá en el ciclo judío anual de lectura de la Torá. Porción de la Torá: Deuteronomio 7:12-11:25 En Eikev (“Como resultado”), Moisés relata eventos que sucedieron en el desierto, incluyendo el maná, el becerro de oro y la muerte de Aarón. Moisés describe las bendiciones que Dios otorgará a los israelitas si siguen la ley de Dios y los castigos que enfrentarán si la desobedecen. [1] Trienal año 1 1: 7:12-16 · 5 p'sukim · 2: 7:17-21 · 5 p'sukim · 3: 7:22-26 · 5 p'sukim · 4: 8:1-3 · 3 p'sukim · 5: 8:4-10 · 7 p'sukim · 6: 8:11-18 · 8 p'sukim · 7: 8:19-9:3 · 5 p'sukim · maf: 9:1-3 · 3 p'sukim · Haftará: Isaías 49:14-51:3 · 27 p’sukim Comentario y Divrei Torá Sefaria OU Torá Seminario Teológico Judío Universidad Judía Americana Hertz Chumash: págs. 780 – 784 Año trienal 1 (Kriyah completo págs. 780 – 793) Artscroll Chumash: págs. 980 – 985 Trienal Año 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 980 – 997) Etz Chaim Chumash: págs. 1034 - 1042 Año Trienal 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 1034 - 1050) La palabra Eikev aquí se traduce como "recompensas". El comentario en el Artscroll Humash, sin embargo, relaciona la palabra hebrea con su traducción habitual de "talón" a la tentación de los judíos de evitar observar los mandamientos menores. Cada mandamiento, afirman, es tan importante como cualquier otro, y no debemos ignorar los mandamientos más pequeños, menores, los que están en el “talón”. ¿Qué decir en el mundo empresarial moderno? “No te preocupes por las cosas pequeñas, todo es pequeño”. El punto es que tenemos que esforzarnos por observar todos los mandamientos para adquirir el hábito y simplemente hacerlo. Cuando comenzamos a escoger cuidadosamente cuáles hacer y cuáles no, desafiamos la voluntad de Hashem. Luego, comenzamos a ignorar algunos de los más importantes y nos olvidamos de qué se trata ser judío: respetar a Hashem y a todos los hijos de Di-s. Entonces dejamos de honrar a Hashem. Nuestros antepasados perdieron de vista el cuidado de Hashem en la provisión de agua, comida y refugio. Cuando Moisés no regresó cuando esperaban, se aterrorizaron e hicieron un ídolo. Esa continuidad de tener una relación con Di-s aún no estaba arraigada. Moisés le está recordando a esta nueva generación de tales para inculcarles la importancia de ser diligentes y no dar nada por sentado. No deben pensar que su prosperidad es completamente obra suya. Deben recordar que Hashem les ha concedido una buena vida debido al pacto con sus ancestros y que si fallan, sus vidas comenzarán a cambiar. Esta es una lección para los judíos modernos. Recuerde que Hashem nos está observando y nuestra atención al pacto nos ayudará a superar tiempos difíciles. Considere ese antisemitismo desenfrenado en nuestra sociedad hoy y considere que si bien ha habido incidentes, está en proceso de ser contenido.

Announcements -Office Hours -This week’s 10-Minute -Events -Candle Lighting Times for Shabbat (Ontario, CA) -Shabbat Services -School Calendar Sunday, 23 July 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism -Mincha Service Monday, 24 July 2023-Adult Torah Study Thursday, 27 July 2023-Tisha B'Av Friday & Saturday, 28 & 29 July 2023-This week's Shabbat services Sunday, 30 July 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism Monday, 31 July 2023-Adult Torah Study Thursday, 3 August 2023--Judaic Studies Friday & Saturday, 4 & 5 August 2023-This week's Shabbat services Sunday, 6 August 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism Thursday, 10 August 2023-Judaic Studies Friday & Saturday, 11 and 12 August 2023-This week's Shabbat services -Mi Sheberach List *For your information, I have included below my schedule, including office hours for the next two weeks and specific classes in which I am involved. **For your convenience and information, Zoom links will be provided in separate emails for security purposes. ***I have updated our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing by removing the names of those of whom we were uncertain. Please advise if any names were removed in error. For your convenience, I am attaching this revised list to this email that only goes to members of Temple Sholom of Ontario. Thank you. Office Hours this week: Going forward, I am planning on conducting Hebrew School and Miller Course from my office and making Sunday an office day to be more available. Sunday, July 23, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon & Mincha Service @ 1:30pm) Thursday, July 27, 2023 - 9:30am - 12:00pm (Tisha B'Av Services) Friday, July 28, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Sunday, July 30, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) Thursday, August 3, 2023 - 9:30am - 1:30pm (?) Friday, August 4, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Sunday, August 6, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) Thursday, August 10, 2023 - 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday, August 11, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Sunday, August 13, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (29 July 2023): Parashat Vaetchanan 5783 https://youtu.be/mf1AVrdBuoc Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, July 24 at 7:30 pm PT Zoom Links sent in separate email Monday morning. Please reply if you do not receive them. Parashat Vaetchanan 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת וָאֶתְחַנַּן 29 July 2023 / 11 Av 5783 Parashat Vaetchanan is the 45th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 3:23-5:18 Vaetchanan (“I Pleaded”) opens as Moses describes his pleading with God to be allowed into the Land of Israel. Moses warns the Israelites not to pursue idolatry and recounts the giving of the Ten Commandments. The portion also contains the Shema, a declaration of faith and a central text in Jewish prayer. [1] Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 755 – 768 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 755 – 776) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 958 – 971 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 958 – 979) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 1005 - 1021 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 1005 – 1031) Tish’a B’Av 2023 / תִּשְׁעָה בְּאָב 5783 The Ninth of Av ✡️ Tish'a B'Av for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Wednesday, 26 July 2023 and ends at nightfall on Thursday, 27 July 2023. Tisha B’Av (Hebrew: תשעה באב or ט׳ באב, “the Ninth of Av,”) is an annual fast day in Judaism, named for the ninth day (Tisha) of the month of Av in the Hebrew calendar. The fast commemorates the destruction of both the First Temple and Second Temple in Jerusalem, which occurred about 655 years apart, but on the same Hebrew calendar date. Tisha B’Av is never observed on Shabbat. If the 9th of Av falls on a Saturday, the fast is postponed until the 10th of Av. Tish’a B’Av / תִּשְׁעָה בְּאָב Thursday, 27 July 2023 / 9 Av 5783 Shacharit Service 9:30am - 12:00pm Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 4:25-40 1: Deuteronomy 4:25-29 · 5 p’sukim · 2: Deuteronomy 4:30-35 · 6 p’sukim · 3: Deuteronomy 4:36-40 · 5 p’sukim · Haftarah: Jeremiah 8:13-9:23 · 34 p’sukim Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, August 3, 2023 @ 7:30pm No session of July 27 due to Tisha B'Av We will be choosing what we will study next. A list of possible topics, which is based on our old list, with what we’re doing now omitted and one additional item that has been suggested. Please look it over and bring your own ideas to this discussion. (Note that we will not meet the following Thursday, July 27, because it is Tisha b’Av, but we’ll meet again on Thursday, August 3.) Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Candle lighting / הדלקת נרות Friday, July 28⋅7:34 – 7:34pm Havdalah (50 min) / הבדלה - 50 דקות Saturday, July 29⋅8:41 – 8:41pm Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, July 28, 2023 @ 7:30 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, July 29, 2023 @ 9:30 am Zoom Links sent in separate email Friday afternoon. Please reply if you do not receive them. We are now incorporating guitar accompaniment with our Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv Parashat Vaetchanan 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת וָאֶתְחַנַּן 29 July 2023 / 11 Av 5783 Parashat Vaetchanan is the 45th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 3:23-7:11 Vaetchanan (“I Pleaded”) opens as Moses describes his pleading with God to be allowed into the Land of Israel. Moses warns the Israelites not to pursue idolatry and recounts the giving of the Ten Commandments. The portion also contains the Shema, a declaration of faith and a central text in Jewish prayer. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 3:23-25 · 3 p’sukim · 2: 3:26-4:4 · 8 p’sukim · 3: 4:5-14 · 10 p’sukim · 4: 4:15-20 · 6 p’sukim · 5: 4:21-40 · 20 p’sukim · 6: 4:41-49 · 9 p’sukim · 7: 5:1-18 · 18 p’sukim · maf: 5:16-18 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Isaiah 40:1-26· 26 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 755 – 768 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 755 – 776) *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5783 will be Triennial Year 1 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Shabbat Nachamu 2023 / שַׁבָּת נַחֲמוּ 5783 Shabbat after Tish’a B’Av (Shabbat of Consolation) 🕍 Shabbat Nachamu for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Friday, 28 July 2023 and ends at nightfall on Saturday, 29 July 2023. This corresponds to Parashat Vaetchanan. Shabbat Nachamu (“Sabbath of comfort/ing) takes its name from the haftarah from Isaiah in the Book of Isaiah 40:1-26 that speaks of “comforting” the Jewish people for their suffering. It the first of seven haftarahs of consolation leading up to the holiday of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario Hebrew School is on break for the summer; see you in the fall. Children's Beginning Hebrew Class Sunday, July 30, 2023 10:00am -10:45am Please contact us for further details and information To teach Hebrew to those just entering Hebrew school or would like a refresher. Miller Course: Introduction to Judaism Next Session: Sunday, July 30, 2023 11:00am - 12:00noon Module 17: Israel 12:00noon - 1:00pm Module 6: Prayer We have started a second course! Your Jewish Journey Starts at Miller Intro to Judaism Welcome to the Miller Intro to Judaism Program! We invite you to explore Judaism with us. Whether you are in an interfaith relationship, re-discovering your Jewish heritage, or seek to convert to Judaism, we are here to support your journey. The core of the Miller Introduction to Judaism Program is an 18-week course that surveys Jewish living and practice, including history, ritual, culture, texts, and values. Classes are designed to be highly interactive, with much time for discussion and questions, and include personalized instruction in reading Hebrew. ***We continually update our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing. Please advise any names to be added or removed. This list only goes to members of Temple Sholom of Ontario but I will include anyone who can benefit from these prayers. Thank you. *The titles in blue and underlined are "hyperlinks". If you click on any of those, it will lead to that site/URL. The hyperlink gives a descriptive title with the actual link embedded in that title. Anyone who is concerned about clicking a link or hyperlink can access any of these resources by going to my website, www.modernrabbistephen.com. You can find them in the "Blog" and "Videos" sections, as well as the "Instagram Links" by clicking on the various pictures.

TISHA B'AV My Jewish Learning: Tisha B'av Tisha B’Av, the ninth day of the month of Av (which month coincides with July and/or August), is the major day of communal mourning in the Jewish calendar. Although a large number of disasters are said to have befallen the Jews on this day, the major commemoration is of the destruction of the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem in 586 B.C.E. and 70 C.E., respectively. Central to the observance of this day is fasting. Tisha B’Av Ideas & Beliefs Although the exact date of the destruction of each of the Temples–the ancient centers of Jewish life and practice–are unknown, tradition dates the events to Tisha B’Av. Indeed, the rabbis of the Talmudic age made the claim that God ordained this day as a day of disaster as punishment for the lack of faith evidenced by the Israelites during their desert wanderings after the exodus from Egypt. During the course of the centuries, a number of tragedies have clustered around this day, from the expulsions of the Jews from England and Spain to more localized disasters. Tisha B’Av is therefore observed as a day of communal mourning, which is expressed through fasting and the abstention from pleasurable activities and extraneous diversions. A whole literature of dirges appropriate to this day of mourning, beginning with the biblical Book of Lamentations on the destruction of the First Temple, has been created to serve the needs of the Jewish community at this time. https://youtu.be/Zxtz4LtJAf0 Tisha B’Av Rituals & Practices A three week period of low-level mourning leads up to the holiday of Tisha B’Av; the three weeks commemorate the final siege of Jerusalem that led to the Second Temple’s destruction in 70 C.E. During this period it is traditional to refrain from public celebrations, such as weddings, and many traditional men refrain from shaving, reflecting their practice during personal mourning periods. The last nine days of these three weeks culminating in Tisha B’Av are an even deeper period of mourning, during which traditional Jews avoid eating meat; some who did not previously take on certain aspects of mourning, such as refraining from shaving, will assume these signs of mourning during these nine days. Tisha B’Av itself is a day of intense mourning, whose practice mirrors that of Yom Kippur in many respects. It is a day of fasting, on which one also is to refrain from washing, sexual activity, using perfume and other such ointments, and wearing leather. The Book of Lamentations (Megillat Eicha) and other dirges (kinot) are read in the synagogue. Find prayer resources for Tisha B’Av services here. Visits to cemeteries reflect the mood of the day, which continues even at the break fast meal at the conclusion of Tisha B’Av, when neither meat nor wines are traditionally consumed.

Parashat Vaetchanan 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת וָאֶתְחַנַּן 29 July 2023 / 11 Av 5783 https://youtu.be/mf1AVrdBuoc Parashat Vaetchanan is the 45th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 3:23-7:11 Vaetchanan (“I Pleaded”) opens as Moses describes his pleading with God to be allowed into the Land of Israel. Moses warns the Israelites not to pursue idolatry and recounts the giving of the Ten Commandments. The portion also contains the Shema, a declaration of faith and a central text in Jewish prayer. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 3:23-25 · 3 p’sukim · 2: 3:26-4:4 · 8 p’sukim · 3: 4:5-14 · 10 p’sukim · 4: 4:15-20 · 6 p’sukim · 5: 4:21-40 · 20 p’sukim · 6: 4:41-49 · 9 p’sukim · 7: 5:1-18 · 18 p’sukim · maf: 5:16-18 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Isaiah 40:1-26 · 26 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 755 – 768 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 755 – 776) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 958 – 971 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 958 – 979) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 1005 - 1021Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 1005 – 1031) Here we have a repeat of the Ten Commandments and the Shema and first paragraph, also known as the V’Ahavta. Astute students of Torah notice that while the Ten Commandments are the same as in Exodus, there are a few differences. The biggest difference is that the commandment about observing Shabbat in Exodus states “remember”, a positive commandment. Here, it states: Shamor, or guard, a negative commandment. Why the difference? Moses has been framing his discourse lamenting how Israel time and again questioned Hashem’s attention to them. But he is using the pronoun, “you”, to address this new generation, rather than “them” and denoting their parents. Why? Because he knows the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. He knows that his people are a stiff-necked people; it’s in our DNA. He knows that while fierce and loyal, we can also try their patience with their complaining. So his redux of the commandments are catered to that mindset. When we read this portion and the others of Moses’ discourses, we understand that Moses is talking to all of us, in the present. We all need to be attentive to Hashem’s commandments. Parashat Vaetchanan 5783 29 julio 2023 / 11 Av 5783 https://youtu.be/mf1AVrdBuoc Parashat Vaetchanan es la porción semanal número 45 de la Torá en el ciclo judío anual de lectura de la Torá. Porción de la Torá: Deuteronomio 3:23-7:11 Vaetchanan ("Le supliqué") comienza cuando Moisés describe su súplica a Dios para que se le permitiera entrar en la Tierra de Israel. Moisés advierte a los israelitas que no persigan la idolatría y relata la entrega de los Diez Mandamientos. La porción también contiene el Shema, una declaración de fe y un texto central en la oración judía. [1] Trienal año 1 1: 3:23-25 · 3 p'sukim · 2: 3:26-4:4 · 8 p'sukim · 3: 4:5-14 · 10 p'sukim · 4: 4:15-20 · 6 p'sukim · 5: 4:21-40 · 20 p'sukim · 6: 4:41-49 · 9 p'sukim · 7: 5:1-18 · 18 p'sukim · maf: 5:16-18 · 3 p'sukim · Haftará: Isaías 40:1-26 · 26 p'sukim Comentario y Divrei Torá Sefaria OU Torá Seminario Teológico Judío Universidad Judía Americana Hertz Chumash: págs. 755 – 768 Año Trienal 1 (Kriyah completo págs. 755 – 776) Artscroll Chumash: págs. 958 – 971 Año trienal 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 958 – 979) Etz Chaim Chumash: págs. 1005 - 10767 Año trienal 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 1005 - 1031) Aquí tenemos una repetición de los Diez Mandamientos y el Shema y el primer párrafo, también conocido como V'Ahavta. Los estudiantes astutos de la Torá notan que, si bien los Diez Mandamientos son los mismos que en Éxodo, hay algunas diferencias. La mayor diferencia es que el mandamiento sobre la observancia del Shabat en Éxodo dice “recuerda”, un mandamiento positivo. Aquí dice: Shamor, o guardar, un mandamiento negativo. ¿Por qué la diferencia? Moisés ha estado enmarcando su discurso lamentando cómo Israel una y otra vez cuestionó la atención de Hashem hacia ellos. Pero está usando el pronombre, "tú", para dirigirse a esta nueva generación, en lugar de "ellos" y denotando a sus padres. ¿Por qué? Porque sabe que la manzana no cae lejos del árbol. Él sabe que su pueblo es un pueblo de dura cerviz; está en nuestro ADN. Sabe que, si bien es feroz y leal, también podemos poner a prueba su paciencia con sus quejas. Entonces, su reducción de los mandamientos se adapta a esa mentalidad. Cuando leemos esta porción y las demás de los discursos de Moisés, entendemos que Moisés nos está hablando a todos nosotros, en el presente. Todos debemos estar atentos a los mandamientos de Hashem.

Announcements -Office Hours -This week’s 10-Minute -Events -Candle Lighting Times for Shabbat (Ontario, CA) -Shabbat Services -School -Rosh Chodesh Calendar Sunday, 16 July 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism Thursday, 20 July 2023-Judaic Studies Friday & Saturday, 21 & 22 July 2023-This week's Shabbat services Sunday, 23 July 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism Monday, 24 July 2023-Adult Torah Study Thursday, 27 July 2023-Tisha B'Av Friday & Saturday, 28 & 29 July 2023-This week's Shabbat services Sunday, 30 July 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism Monday, 31 July 2023-Adult Torah Study Thursday, 3 August 2023-Judaic Studies Friday & Saturday, 4 & 5 August 2023-This week's Shabbat services Sunday, 6 August 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism -Mi Sheberach List *For your information, I have included below my schedule, including office hours for the next two weeks and specific classes in which I am involved. **For your convenience and information, Zoom links will be provided in separate emails for security purposes. ***I have updated our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing by removing the names of those of whom we were uncertain. Please advise if any names were removed in error. For your convenience, I am attaching this revised list to this email that only goes to members of Temple Sholom of Ontario. Thank you. Office Hours this week: Going forward, I am planning on conducting Hebrew School and Miller Course from my office and making Sunday an office day to be more available. Sunday, July 16, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) Monday, July 17, 2023 No hours (Medical Leave) Thursday, July 13, 2023 9:30pm - 2:00pm (Tentative) Friday, July 21, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Sunday, July 23, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) Monday, July 24, 2023 - 9:30am - 1:30pm Thursday, July 27, 2023 - 9:30am - 12:00pm (Tisha B'Av Services) Friday, July 28, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Sunday, July 30, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) Monday, July 31, 2023 - 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday, August 4, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Sunday, August 6, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (22 July 2023): Parashat Devarim 5783 https://youtu.be/0sHdrDZiH5g Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, July 24 at 7:30 pm PT No Torah Study July 17 due to medical leave Zoom Links sent in separate email Monday morning. Please reply if you do not receive them. Parashat Vaetchanan 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת וָאֶתְחַנַּן 29 July 2023 / 11 Av 5783 Parashat Vaetchanan is the 45th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 3:23-5:18 Vaetchanan (“I Pleaded”) opens as Moses describes his pleading with God to be allowed into the Land of Israel. Moses warns the Israelites not to pursue idolatry and recounts the giving of the Ten Commandments. The portion also contains the Shema, a declaration of faith and a central text in Jewish prayer. [1] Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 755 – 768 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 755 – 776) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 958 – 971 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 958 – 979) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 9 - 9 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 9 - 9) Rosh Chodesh Av 2023 / רֹאשׁ חוֹדֶשׁ אָב 5783 Start of month of Av on the Hebrew calendar 🌒 Rosh Chodesh Av for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Tuesday, 18 July 2023 and ends at nightfall on Wednesday, 19 July 2023. Start of month of Av on the Hebrew calendar. Av (אָב) is the 5th month of the Hebrew year, has 30 days, and corresponds to July or August on the Gregorian calendar. רֹאשׁ חוֹדֶשׁ, transliterated Rosh Chodesh or Rosh Hodesh, is a minor holiday that occurs at the beginning of every month in the Hebrew calendar. It is marked by the birth of a new moon. Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, July 20, 2023 @ 7:30pm We will be continuing with our study of Louis Jacobs’ book, Jewish Personal and Social Ethics, concentrating on Chapter 5, “Health and Care of the Body,” and Chapter 7, “Honesty and Integrity.” Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Candle lighting / הדלקת נרות Friday, July 21⋅7:39 – 7:39pm Havdalah (50 min) / הבדלה - 50 דקות Saturday, July 22⋅8:46 – 8:46pm Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, July 21, 2023 @ 7:30 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, July 22, 2023 @ 9:30 am Zoom Links sent in separate email Friday afternoon. Please reply if you do not receive them. We are now incorporating guitar accompaniment with our Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv Parashat Devarim 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת דְּבָרִים 22 July 2023 / 4 Av 5783 Parashat Devarim is the 44th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 1:1-3:22 Devarim (“Words”) is the first Torah portion in the Book of Deuteronomy, the final book of the Torah. In it, Moses recounts events from the Israelites’ travels in the desert, like the appointment of judges, the sin of the spies, and the wars with the Emorite kings Sihon and Og. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 1:1-3 · 3 p’sukim · 2: 1:4-7 · 4 p’sukim · 3: 1:8-10 · 3 p’sukim · 4: 1:11-21 · 11 p’sukim · 5: 1:22-28 · 7 p’sukim · 6: 1:29-38 · 10 p’sukim · 7: 1:39-2:1 · 9 p’sukim · maf: 1:39-2:1 · 9 p’sukim · Haftarah: Isaiah 1:1-27· 27 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 736 – 743 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 736 – 749) *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5783 will be Triennial Year 1 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Shabbat Chazon 2023 / שַׁבָּת חֲזוֹן 5783 Shabbat of Prophecy/Shabbat of Vision 🕍 Shabbat Chazon for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Friday, 21 July 2023 and ends at nightfall on Saturday, 22 July 2023. This corresponds to Parashat Devarim. Shabbat Chazon (“Sabbath [of] vision” שבת חזון) takes its name from the Haftarah that is read on the Shabbat immediately prior to the mournful fast of Tisha B’Av, from the words of rebuke and doom coming from Isaiah in the Book of Isaiah 1:1-27. It is also referred to as the Black Sabbath due to its status as the saddest Shabbat of the year (as opposed to the White Sabbath, Shabbat Shuvah, immediately precededing Yom Kippur). Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario Hebrew School is on break for the summer; see you in the fall. Children's Beginning Hebrew Class Sunday, July 23, 2023 10:00am -10:45am Please contact us for further details and information To teach Hebrew to those just entering Hebrew school or would like a refresher. Miller Course: Introduction to Judaism Next Session: Sunday, July 23, 2023 11:00am - 12:00noon Module 16: Antisemitism 12:00noon - 1:00pm Module 5: Shabbat We have started a second course! Your Jewish Journey Starts at Miller Intro to Judaism Welcome to the Miller Intro to Judaism Program! We invite you to explore Judaism with us. Whether you are in an interfaith relationship, re-discovering your Jewish heritage, or seek to convert to Judaism, we are here to support your journey. The core of the Miller Introduction to Judaism Program is an 18-week course that surveys Jewish living and practice, including history, ritual, culture, texts, and values. Classes are designed to be highly interactive, with much time for discussion and questions, and include personalized instruction in reading Hebrew. Tish’a B’Av 2023 / תִּשְׁעָה בְּאָב 5783 The Ninth of Av ✡️ Tish'a B'Av for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Wednesday, 26 July 2023 and ends at nightfall on Thursday, 27 July 2023. Tisha B’Av (Hebrew: תשעה באב or ט׳ באב, “the Ninth of Av,”) is an annual fast day in Judaism, named for the ninth day (Tisha) of the month of Av in the Hebrew calendar. The fast commemorates the destruction of both the First Temple and Second Temple in Jerusalem, which occurred about 655 years apart, but on the same Hebrew calendar date. Tisha B’Av is never observed on Shabbat. If the 9th of Av falls on a Saturday, the fast is postponed until the 10th of Av. Tish’a B’Av / תִּשְׁעָה בְּאָב Thursday, 27 July 2023 / 9 Av 5783 Shacharit Service 9:30am - 12:00pm Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 4:25-40 1: Deuteronomy 4:25-29 · 5 p’sukim · 2: Deuteronomy 4:30-35 · 6 p’sukim · 3: Deuteronomy 4:36-40 · 5 p’sukim · Haftarah: Jeremiah 8:13-9:23 · 34 p’sukim ***We continually update our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing. Please advise any names to be added or removed. This list only goes to members of Temple Sholom of Ontario but I will include anyone who can benefit from these prayers. Thank you. *The titles in blue and underlined are "hyperlinks". If you click on any of those, it will lead to that site/URL. The hyperlink gives a descriptive title with the actual link embedded in that title. Anyone who is concerned about clicking a link or hyperlink can access any of these resources by going to my website, www.modernrabbistephen.com. You can find them in the "Blog" and "Videos" sections, as well as the "Instagram Links" by clicking on the various pictures.

https://youtu.be/0sHdrDZiH5g Parashat Devarim 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת דְּבָרִים 22 July 2023 / 4 Av 5783 Parashat Devarim is the 44th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 1:1-3:22 Devarim (“Words”) is the first Torah portion in the Book of Deuteronomy, the final book of the Torah. In it, Moses recounts events from the Israelites’ travels in the desert, like the appointment of judges, the sin of the spies, and the wars with the Emorite kings Sihon and Og. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 1:1-3 · 3 p’sukim · 2: 1:4-7 · 4 p’sukim · 3: 1:8-10 · 3 p’sukim · 4: 1:11-21 · 11 p’sukim · 5: 1:22-28 · 7 p’sukim · 6: 1:29-38 · 10 p’sukim · 7: 1:39-2:1 · 9 p’sukim · maf: 1:39-2:1 · 9 p’sukim · Haftarah: Isaiah 1:1-27 · 27 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 736 – 743 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 736 – 749) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 938 – 949 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 938 – 957) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 981 - 990 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp.981 – 998) We start the final book of Torah, the Five Books of Moses. Deuteronomy is Devarim (words) in Hebrew. It is also called Mishneh Torah, or the second telling of Torah, teaching. Hence the English name, “Deuteronomy”, which is from “second” in Greek. Many commandments are repeated for this new generation of Wilderness-born Israelites who will conquer and settle the Promised Land. While all mitzvot are important, these are laws that they will need especially for their task. They are also introduced to about seventy new laws. Moses starts out with an admonition, about how the preceding generation complained a lot and was not up to the task. This is sort of a reminder to trust in Hashem and there’s a proper way to adjudicate. The next discussion is about the system of courts and judges that is set up; we have the lower courts to settle minor disputes and the higher courts and Sanhedrin (Supreme Court) to adjudicate more crucial issues. Consider that the common theme here is about justice and the right path. Consider also the emphasis on justice and how it is not only for leaders and a select few, but everyone. Even though judges need to have a high level of ethics and morality, the delegation of judgement may remind us that all of us need to study and have a working knowledge of halacha. But it’s not only about knowing, it’s also about doing. Let’s not forget that. Shabbat Chazon 2023 / שַׁבָּת חֲזוֹן 5783 Shabbat of Prophecy/Shabbat of Vision 🕍 Shabbat Chazon for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Friday, 21 July 2023 and ends at nightfall on Saturday, 22 July 2023. This corresponds to Parashat Devarim. Shabbat Chazon (“Sabbath [of] vision” שבת חזון) takes its name from the Haftarah that is read on the Shabbat immediately prior to the mournful fast of Tisha B’Av, from the words of rebuke and doom coming from Isaiah in the Book of Isaiah 1:1-27. It is also referred to as the Black Sabbath due to its status as the saddest Shabbat of the year (as opposed to the White Sabbath, Shabbat Shuvah, immediately preceding Yom Kippur). Parashat Devarim 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת דְּבָרִים 22 julio 2023 / 4 Av 5783 Parashat Devarim es la porción semanal número 44 de la Torá en el ciclo judío anual de lectura de la Torá. Porción de la Torá: Deuteronomio 1:1-3:22 Devarim ("Palabras") es la primera porción de la Torá en el Libro de Deuteronomio, el último libro de la Torá. En él, Moisés relata acontecimientos de los viajes de los israelitas por el desierto, como el nombramiento de jueces, el pecado de los espías y las guerras con los reyes emoritas Sehón y Og. [1] Trienal año 1 1: 1:1-3 · 3 p'sukim · 2: 1:4-7 · 4 p'sukim · 3: 1:8-10 · 3 p'sukim · 4: 1:11-21 · 11 p'sukim · 5: 1:22-28 · 7 p'sukim · 6: 1:29-38 · 10 p'sukim · 7: 1:39-2:1 · 9 p'sukim · maf: 1:39-2:1 · 9 p'sukim · Haftará: Isaías 1:1-27 · 27 p'sukim Comentario y Divrei Torá Sefaria OU Torá Seminario Teológico Judío Universidad Judía Americana Hertz Chumash: págs. 736 – 743 Año trienal 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 736 – 749) Artscroll Chumash: págs. 938 – 949 Año Trienal 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 938 – 957) Etz Chaim Chumash: págs. 981 - 990 Año Trienal 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 981 - 998) Comenzamos el último libro de la Torá, los Cinco Libros de Moisés. Deuteronomio es Devarim (palabras) en hebreo. También se le llama Mishneh Torah, o la segunda narración de Torah, enseñanza. De ahí el nombre en inglés, “Deuteronomio”, que es “segundo” en griego. Muchos mandamientos se repiten para esta nueva generación de israelitas nacidos en el desierto que conquistarán y establecerán la Tierra Prometida. Si bien todas las mitzvot son importantes, estas son leyes que necesitarán especialmente para su tarea. También se les presenta unas setenta leyes nuevas. Moisés comienza con una advertencia sobre cómo la generación anterior se quejó mucho y no estuvo a la altura. Esta es una especie de recordatorio para confiar en Hashem y hay una forma adecuada de adjudicar. La siguiente discusión es sobre el sistema de tribunales y jueces que se establece; tenemos los tribunales inferiores para resolver disputas menores y los tribunales superiores y el Sanedrín (Tribunal Supremo) para adjudicar asuntos más cruciales. Considere que el tema común aquí es sobre la justicia y el camino correcto. Considere también el énfasis en la justicia y cómo no es solo para los líderes y unos pocos elegidos, sino para todos. Aunque los jueces deben tener un alto nivel de ética y moralidad, la delegación del juicio puede recordarnos que todos debemos estudiar y tener un conocimiento práctico de la halajá. Pero no se trata solo de saber, también se trata de hacer. No olvidemos eso. Shabat Jazon 2023 / שַׁבָּת חֲזוֹן 5783 Shabat de Profecía/Shabat de Visión 🕍 Shabat Chazon para el año hebreo 5783 comienza al atardecer del viernes 21 de julio de 2023 y termina al anochecer del sábado 22 de julio de 2023. Esto corresponde a Parashat Devarim. Shabbat Chazon ("Sábado [de] visión" שבת חזון) toma su nombre de la Haftará que se lee en el Shabat inmediatamente antes del ayuno lúgubre de Tisha B'Av, de las palabras de reprensión y condenación provenientes de Isaías en el Libro. de Isaías 1:1-27. También se le conoce como el Sábado Negro debido a su estatus como el Shabat más triste del año (a diferencia del Sábado Blanco, Shabat Shuvah, inmediatamente anterior a Yom Kippur).

Announcements -Office Hours -This week’s 10-Minute -Events -Candle Lighting Times for Shabbat (Ontario, CA) -Shabbat Services -School -Rosh Chodesh Calendar Sunday, 9 July 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism Thursday, 13 July 2023-Monthly Board Meeting Friday & Saturday, 14 & 15 July 2023-This week's Shabbat services Sunday, 16 July 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism Thursday, 20 July 2023-Judaic Studies Friday & Saturday, 21 & 22 July 2023-This week's Shabbat services Monday, 23 July 2023-Adult Torah Study Thursday, 27 July 2023-Judaic Studies Friday & Saturday, 28 & 29 July 2023-This week's Shabbat services Sunday, 30 July 2023-Children's Hebrew Class -Miller Course, Introduction to Judaism -Mi Sheberach List *For your information, I have included below my schedule, including office hours for the next two weeks and specific classes in which I am involved. **For your convenience and information, Zoom links will be provided in separate emails for security purposes. ***I have updated our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing by removing the names of those of whom we were uncertain. Please advise if any names were removed in error. For your convenience, I am attaching this revised list to this email that only goes to members of Temple Sholom of Ontario. Thank you. Office Hours this week: Going forward, I am planning on conducting Hebrew School and Miller Course from my office and making Sunday an office day to be more available. Sunday, July 9, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) Thursday, July 13, 2023 - 2:00pm - 7:00pm (Board Meeting @ 7:00pm) Friday, July 14, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Sunday, July 16, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) Monday, July 17, 2023 No hours (Medical Leave) Thursday, July 13, 2023 9:30pm - 2:00pm (Tentative) Friday, July 21, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Sunday, July 23, 2023 - 9:00am - 2:00pm (Children's Beginning Hebrew @ 10:00am & Miller Courses @ 11:00am & 12:00noon) Monday, July 24, 2023 - 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday, July 30, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (15 July 2023): Parashat Matot-Masei 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת מַּטּוֹת־מַסְעֵי https://youtu.be/F0mij0wF4nU Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, July 10 at 7:30 pm PT Zoom Links sent in separate email Monday morning. Please reply if you do not receive them. Parashat Matot-Masei 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת מַּטּוֹת־מַסְעֵי 15 July 2023 / 26 Tamuz 5783 Parashat Matot-Masei is the 42nd and 43rd weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 30:2-36:13 Matot (“Tribes”) opens with laws about vows, and continues to describe the Israelites’ war against the Midianites and the allocation of spoils. The tribes of Reuben and Gad request to dwell outside of the Land of Israel, and Moses acquiesces on the condition that they help conquer it. Masei (“Travels”), the final Torah portion in the Book of Numbers, opens with a list of places that the Israelites traveled in the desert. God commands the Israelites to destroy idolatry in the Land of Israel, outlines Israel’s boundaries, and details the laws of cities of refuge for accidental killers. [1] Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 702 – 707 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 702 – 724) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 900 – 911 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 900 – 935) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 941 - 949 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp.941 - 967) Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, July 6, 2023 @ 7:30pm We will be continuing with our study of Louis Jacobs’ book, Jewish Personal and Social Ethics, concentrating on Chapter 5, “Health and Care of the Body,” and Chapter 7, “Honesty and Integrity.” Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Candle lighting / הדלקת נרות Friday, July 14⋅7:42 – 7:42pm Havdalah (50 min) / הבדלה - 50 דקות Saturday, July 15⋅8:50 – 8:50pm Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, July 14, 2023 @ 7:30 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, July 15, 2023 @ 9:30 am Zoom Links sent in separate email Friday afternoon. Please reply if you do not receive them. We are now incorporating guitar accompaniment with our Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv Parashat Matot-Masei 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת מַּטּוֹת־מַסְעֵי 15 July 2023 / 26 Tamuz 5783 Parashat Matot-Masei is the 42nd and 43rd weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 30:2-36:13 Triennial year 1 1: 30:2-9 · 8 p’sukim · 2: 30:10-13 · 4 p’sukim · 3: 30:14-17 · 4 p’sukim · 4: 31:1-12 · 12 p’sukim · 5: 31:13-24 · 12 p’sukim · 6: 31:25-41 · 17 p’sukim · 7: 31:42-54 · 13 p’sukim · maf: 31:51-54 · 4 p’sukim · Haftarah: Jeremiah 2:4-28, 3:4 · 26 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Hertz Chumash: pp. 702 – 707 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 702 – 724) *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5783 will be Triennial Year 1 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Shabbat Mevarchim Chodesh Av Saturday, July 15 Molad Av: Tue, 20 minutes and 16 chalakim after 4:00 Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario Hebrew School is on break for the summer; see you in the fall. Children's Beginning Hebrew Class Sunday, July 16, 2023 10:00am -10:45am Please contact us for further details and information To teach Hebrew to those just entering Hebrew school or would like a refresher. Miller Course: Introduction to Judaism Next Session: Sunday, July 16, 2023 11:00am - 12:00noon Module 15: Grief 12:00noon - 1:00pm Module 4: Holidays We have started a second course! Your Jewish Journey Starts at Miller Intro to Judaism Welcome to the Miller Intro to Judaism Program! We invite you to explore Judaism with us. Whether you are in an interfaith relationship, re-discovering your Jewish heritage, or seek to convert to Judaism, we are here to support your journey. The core of the Miller Introduction to Judaism Program is an 18-week course that surveys Jewish living and practice, including history, ritual, culture, texts, and values. Classes are designed to be highly interactive, with much time for discussion and questions, and include personalized instruction in reading Hebrew. Rosh Chodesh Av 2023 / רֹאשׁ חוֹדֶשׁ אָב 5783 Start of month of Av on the Hebrew calendar 🌒 Rosh Chodesh Av for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Tuesday, 18 July 2023 and ends at nightfall on Wednesday, 19 July 2023. Start of month of Av on the Hebrew calendar. Av (אָב) is the 5th month of the Hebrew year, has 30 days, and corresponds to July or August on the Gregorian calendar. רֹאשׁ חוֹדֶשׁ, transliterated Rosh Chodesh or Rosh Hodesh, is a minor holiday that occurs at the beginning of every month in the Hebrew calendar. It is marked by the birth of a new moon. ***We continually update our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing. Please advise any names to be added or removed. This list only goes to members of Temple Sholom of Ontario but I will include anyone who can benefit from these prayers. Thank you. *The titles in blue and underlined are "hyperlinks". If you click on any of those, it will lead to that site/URL. The hyperlink gives a descriptive title with the actual link embedded in that title. Anyone who is concerned about clicking a link or hyperlink can access any of these resources by going to my website, www.modernrabbistephen.com. You can find them in the "Blog" and "Videos" sections, as well as the "Instagram Links" by clicking on the various pictures.

Is Barbie Jewish? The complex Jewish history of the doll, explained (JTA) — Long before the craze over the upcoming “Barbie” movie, most people could conjure an image of the doll: She was the beauty standard and the popular girl, a perky, white, ever-smiling brand of Americana. She was also the child of a hard-nosed Jewish businesswoman, Ruth Handler, whose family fled impoverishment and antisemitism in Poland. And some see the original Barbie as Jewish like Handler, a complex symbol of assimilation in the mid-20th-century United States. The doll’s latest revival comes in Greta Gerwig’s hotly-anticipated “Barbie” movie, written by Gerwig and Noah Baumbach and featuring a star-studded cast, including Margot Robbie as Barbie, Ryan Gosling as Ken and Will Ferrell as a fictional CEO of Mattel. The expected blockbuster could collect at least $70-80 million in just its opening weekend of July 21-23, according to The Hollywood Reporter, fueled in part by a relentless marketing machine. But this in-crowd doll was born from an outsider. Here’s its Jewish history. The origin story Ruth Handler was born in 1916 in Denver, Colorado, the youngest of 10 children. Her father, Jacob Moskowitz (later changed to Mosko) had escaped conscription in the Russian army like many Jews at the turn of the century, and landed in the United States in 1907. Her mother Ida, who was illiterate, arrived the next year in the steerage section of a steamboat. Jacob was a blacksmith and moved the family to Denver, where new railroads were being built. Ida was sickly by the time she gave birth to Ruth, so the baby was sent to live with her older sister Sarah. It was in Sarah’s Jewish community of Denver, when Ruth was 16 years old, that she met Izzy Handler at a Jewish youth dance, according to Robin Gerber, a biographer who wrote “Barbie and Ruth: The Story of the World’s Most Famous Doll and the Woman Who Created Her.” She fell in love immediately with Izzy, a penniless art student wearing a torn t-shirt. At age 19, Ruth decided to drop out of the University of Denver and move to Los Angeles, where she found a job as a secretary at Paramount Studios. Izzy soon followed her. “As they drove across the country, she asked him to change his name to Elliot,” said Gerber. “She had felt the antisemitism at that time, in the 1930s, and she really felt that they’d be better off with a more Americanized name.” The couple never renounced their Judaism. On the contrary, they eventually helped found Temple Isaiah in Los Angeles and became longtime contributors to the United Jewish Appeal. But Ruth was pragmatic, and she would not forget how police officers had stopped her car in Denver to make antisemitic remarks. Against the pleadings of her family, who knew Elliot was poor, Ruth married him in 1938. She continued working at Paramount, while he enrolled at the Art Center College of Design and took a job designing light fixtures — but they quickly became collaborators. Elliot began making pieces from Lucite in their garage, such as bookends and ashtrays, and Ruth was thrilled to sell them. They were complementary business partners: Elliott was a quiet creative who shied away from ordering in a restaurant, while Ruth was vivacious and unafraid, a risk-taker who said her first sale felt like “taking a drug,” according to Gerber. World War II challenged their business, as President Franklin Roosevelt restricted plastics to military use. Together with their friend Harold “Matt” Matson, the Handlers pivoted to making wooden picture frames and dollhouse furniture. They found success and named their company Mattel, a combination of Matt and Elliot’s names. In 1946, Matson sold his share and Ruth Handler became the first president of Mattel. The company soon branched into toys, including a child-sized ukulele called the Uke-A-Doodle, a Jack-in-the-Box and toy guns. Since the design department was entirely male, many of its early toys targeted little boys. One day, while watching her daughter Barbara — who would become Barbie’s namesake — Ruth had a new idea. She observed that Barbara and her friends were playing with paper dolls and pretending to be adult women. In the 1950s, the only dolls on the market were baby dolls, presuming that girls wanted to play at being mothers. But Barbara and her friends wanted to play being the dolls. On a family trip to Switzerland in 1956, she spotted a curvaceous adult doll called Bild Lilli. This toy, based on a seductive comic strip character in the German tabloid Bild, was designed as a sexual gag gift for men. Ruth saw her as a blueprint for Barbie. An adult female doll for children was so novel that Mattel’s designers and even Ruth’s husband dismissed the idea, saying that mothers would never buy their daughters a doll with breasts. Ruth kept pushing until the first Barbie, decked in a black-and-white swimsuit and heels, debuted at New York’s Toy Fair in 1959. Sure enough, plenty of mothers said the doll was too sexual — but their daughters loved it. Ruth communicated directly with children by bringing Mattel to television, making it the first toy company to advertise on Disney’s “Mickey Mouse Club.” “She completely shifted the way we buy toys,” said Gerber. “Up to that point, children only saw toys when their parents handed them a catalog. But when toys came to ads on television, then kids were running to their parents and saying, ‘I want that thing on TV.’” Mattel sold 350,000 Barbies in its first year. Striving to keep up with demand, the company released her boyfriend in 1961 and named him after the Handlers’ son, Kenneth. Is Barbie feminist? Sexist? Assimilationist? Jewish? Barbie’s rail-thin figure sparked backlash from feminists in the 1970s. “I am not a Barbie doll!” became a chant for marchers at the 1970 Women’s Strike for Equality in New York. Advocacy groups such as the South Shore Eating Disorders Collaborative have said that if Barbie were a real woman, her proportions would force her to walk on all fours and she would not have enough body fat to menstruate. In the 2018 film “Tiny Shoulders: Rethinking Barbie,” Gloria Steinem said, “She was everything we didn’t want to be.” Handler said that Barbie represented possibilities for women. Women could not open a credit card in their own name until 1974, but Barbie could buy any outfit to fit any career. Her fashion represented the future: Astronaut Barbie came out in 1965, four years before Neil Armstrong walked on the moon and 18 years before Sally Ride became the first American woman in space. Ken may be Barbie’s boyfriend, but in more than 60 years, she has not married or had children. In Ruth’s memoir “Dream Doll: The Ruth Handler Story,” she wrote, “Barbie has always represented the fact that a woman has choices. Even in her early years Barbie did not have to settle for being only Ken’s girlfriend or an inveterate shopper. She had the clothes, for example, to launch a career as a nurse, a stewardess, a nightclub singer.” But years before the feminist discussion, the question of how American Jews could or could not relate to Barbie said a lot about their place in the United States at the time. Handler created Barbie in 1959, when many Jews were wrestling with the concept of assimilation. Although they continued to face discrimination in the postwar period, they also had newfound security — a life they had never identified with, according to Emily Tamkin, the author of “Bad Jews: A History of American Jewish Politics and Identities.” Suddenly, like so many others, they were moving to suburban, white-picket fence America — Barbie territory. So, much like the iconic fashion of Ralph Lauren, a Jewish designer who changed his last name from Lifshitz, or the Christmas Carols of Irving Berlin, a Russian Jewish immigrant born Israel Beilin, Barbie would paradoxically become core to the American ideal that Jews were seen to assimilate into, said Tamkin. “The thinking goes, if you’re safe and secure and in suburbia, is that really an authentic Jewish life?” Tamkin told the Jewish Telegraphic Agency. “And while they’re having this communal and individual struggle, Ruth Handler really enhances the Americana that they have this ambivalence about.” But was the original Barbie actually Jewish herself? Susan Shapiro, the best-selling author of “Barbie: 60 Years of Inspiration,” thinks so. “I think Ruth just assumed that Barbie reflects her, in a certain way,” Shapiro told Kveller in 2019. “Barbie was supposed to be all-American, and I think Ruth really considered herself to be very assimilated in America. But she did face antisemitism at Paramount Pictures, and her family fled Europe because of antisemitism.” The doll doesn’t fit the rubric of stereotypes about Ashkenazi appearance — after all, her first form copied a German sex doll that “looks very goyishe,” said Gerber. (Non-white Barbie ethnicities were not introduced until the 1980s.) Tiffany Shlain, who made a 2005 short documentary “The Tribe” about the history of Jews and Barbie, is herself a blond, blue-eyed Jewish woman (who wrote the film with her husband, serendipitously named Ken Goldberg). She was often told that she didn’t “look Jewish.” “Right now, we’re in a real renaissance of seeing all the different ways Jews look, and there’s no ‘look,’ there’s no one ideology,” Shlain said. Regardless of what American buyers think, Barbie has been labeled “Jewish” by discriminatory bans. In 2003, she was temporarily outlawed by Saudi Arabia’s religious police, who posted the message: “Jewish Barbie dolls, with their revealing clothes and shameful postures, accessories and tools are a symbol of decadence to the perverted West.” Iran has also repeatedly cracked down on the sale of Barbies since declaring them un-Islamic in 1996. Will the new movie address any of this? It’s unclear. Gerwig’s collaborator (and partner) Baumbach is Jewish but doesn’t often reference that fact in his movies, which include “The Squid and the Whale” and “Marriage Story.” The film features a few Jewish cast members, including Hari Nef, a trans actress and model who has appeared in shows such as “Transparent,” “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” and “The Idol.” Details about the movie’s plot have been scarce, but it seems to involve characters leaving a make-believe Barbie world for the real world. The wide diversity of the cast — which features several different actors playing Barbie and Ken — also seems to be a commentary on Barbie’s white, all-American roots. “We were able to cast people of different shapes, sizes, differently abled, to all participate in this dance — all under this message of: You don’t have to be blonde, white, or X, Y, Z in order to embody what it means to be a Barbie or a Ken,” said actor Simi Liu, who plays one of the Kens.