Parashat Ki Tisa 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת כִּי תִשָּׂא 11 March 2023 / 18 Adar 5783 https://youtu.be/geZ8v9M1flo Parashat Ki Tisa is the 21st weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Exodus 30:11-34:35; Numbers 19:1-22 Ki-Tisa (“When You Elevate”) opens as God tells Moses to collect a half-shekel donation from all Israelites and to anoint the Mishkan (Tabernacle), its vessels, and the priests. The Israelites worship the golden calf and Moses breaks the tablets. Moses beseeches God to forgive, and returns with a second set of tablets. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 30:11-13 · 3 p’sukim · 2: 30:14-16 · 3 p’sukim · 3: 30:17-21 · 5 p’sukim · 4: 30:22-33 · 12 p’sukim · 5: 30:34-38 · 5 p’sukim · 6: 31:1-11 · 11 p’sukim · 7: 31:12-17 · 6 p’sukim · maf*: Numbers 19:1-22 · 22 p’sukim · *Shabbat Parah Haftarah for Ashkenazim*: Ezekiel 36:16-38 · 23 p’sukim *Shabbat Parah Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Soncino Chumash: pp. 352 - 356 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 352 – 368)/pp. 652 - 655 Artscroll Chumash: pp. 484 - 493 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 484 – 515)pp. 838 - 843 Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 523 – 529 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 523 – 546)/pp.880 - 883 While this parashat contains the account of the Golden Calf, our triennial reading focuses on taking a head count by collecting a half shekel from everyone, constructing the golden laver, and mixing up the anointing oil for consecrating the furnishings and the Cohenim and incense. We are also introduced to Bezalel and Oholiab, the two general contractors who will oversee all the construction. In other triennial portions, specific sections were included even though it was outside of the triennial length. A few weeks ago, the entire parashat of Yitro was read because only reading the first third of the parashat would have left out the reading of the Ten Commandments. While the incident of the Golden Calf was a critical part of our legacy, it’s not important enough to include in our schedule. But that means that the topics discussed at the beginning are indeed important enough to be included on their own. Consider the idea of washing hands and feet before serving Hashem. Today, we perform a ritual washing of our hands before prayer and eating bread, even though we may just have washed for sanitary purposes. This is a spiritual cleanliness. Like other rituals, such as Koshrut and wearing tzitzit, it puts us in a specific frame of mind. This act elevates are spirituality by involving our bodies. Similarly the acts of consecration perform the same function. These are now no ordinary furnishings and people, but are specifically dedicated to the service of Hashem and thus to Israel. Thus is holiness engrained. Shabbat Parah 2023 / שַׁבָּת פּרה 5783 Shabbat of the Red Heifer 🕍 Shabbat Parah for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Friday, 10 March 2023 and ends at nightfall on Saturday, 11 March 2023. This corresponds to Parashat Ki Tisa. Shabbat Parah (“Sabbath [of the] red heifer” שבת פרה) takes place on the Shabbat before Shabbat HaChodesh, in preparation for Passover. Numbers 19:1-22 describes the parah adumah (“red heifer”) in the Jewish temple as part of the manner in which the kohanim and the Jewish people purified themselves so that they would be ready (“pure”) to sacrifice the korban Pesach. Parashat ki tisa 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת כִּי תִשָּׂא. 11 de marzo de 2023 /18 Adar 5783 Parashat Ki Tisa es la 21a porción semanal de la Torá en el ciclo judío anual de la lectura de la Torá. PORción de la Torá: Éxodo 30: 11-34: 35; Números 19: 1-22 Ki-Tisa ("Cuando elevas") se abre cuando Dios le dice a Moisés que recolecte una donación de medio sheetel de todos los israelitas y que ungue el mishkan (tabernáculo), sus vasos y los sacerdotes. Los israelitas adoran a la pantorrilla dorada y Moisés rompe las tabletas. Moisés suplica a Dios perdonar, y regresa con un segundo conjunto de tabletas. [1] Trienial año 1 1: 30: 11-13 · 3 P’sukim · 2: 30: 14-16 · 3 P’sukim · 3: 30: 17-21 · 5 P’sukim · 4: 30: 22-33 · 12 P’sukim · 5: 30: 34-38 · 5 P’Sukim · 6: 31: 1-11 · 11 P’sukim · 7: 31: 12-17 · 6 P’sukim · MAF *: Números 19: 1-22 · 22 P’sukim · *Shabat parah Haftarh para Ashkenazim *: Ezequiel 36: 16-38 · 23 P’sukim *Shabat parah Comentario y Divrei Torá SEFARIA OU TORAH SEMINARIO TEOLÓGICO Judío Universidad Judía Americana Soncino Chumash: pp. 352 - 356 trienial año 1 (Kriyah completo pp. 352 - 368)/pp. 652 - 655 Artscroll Chumash: pp. 484 - 493 Trienal Year 1 (Kriyah completo pp. 484 - 515) pp. 838 - 843 Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 523 - 529 trienial año 1 (Kriyah completo pp. 523 - 546) /pp.880 - 883 Si bien este parashat contiene el relato del becerro dorado, nuestra lectura trienal se centra en tomar el recuento recolectando medio shekel de todos, construyendo la lavandera dorada y mezclar el aceite de unción para consagrar los muebles y los cohenim e incienso. También nos presentan a Bezalel y Oholiab, los dos contratistas generales que supervisarán toda la construcción. En otras porciones trienales, se incluyeron secciones específicas a pesar de que estaba fuera de la longitud trienal. Hace unas semanas, todo el parashat de Yitro fue leído porque solo leer el primer tercio del Parashat habría dejado de lado la lectura de los Diez Mandamientos. Si bien el incidente del becerro de oro fue una parte crítica de nuestro legado, no es lo suficientemente importante como para incluir en nuestro horario. Pero eso significa que los temas discutidos al principio son lo suficientemente importantes como para ser incluidos por su cuenta. Considere la idea de lavarse las manos y los pies antes de servir a Hashem. Hoy, realizamos un lavado ritual de nuestras manos antes de orar y comer pan, aunque tal vez hayamos lavado con fines sanitarios. Esta es una limpieza espiritual. Al igual que otros rituales, como Koshrut y usar Tzitzit, nos pone en un estado de ánimo específico. Este acto eleva la espiritualidad al involucrar a nuestros cuerpos. Del mismo modo, los actos de consagración realizan la misma función. Ahora no son muebles y personas ordinarios, pero están específicamente dedicados al servicio de Hashem y, por lo tanto, a Israel. Así, la santidad está arraigada. Shabbat parah 2023 / שַׁבָּת פּרر 5783 Shabat de la novilla roja 🕍 Shabat parah para el año hebreo 5783 comienza al atardecer el viernes 10 de marzo de 2023 y termina al anochecer el sábado 11 de marzo de 2023. Esto corresponde a Parashat Ki Tisa. Shabat parah ("sábado [de la] novilla roja" שבת פרerior) tiene lugar en el Shabat antes de Shabat Hachodesh, en preparación para la Pascua. Números 19: 1-22 describe la parah adumah ("novilla roja") en el templo judío como parte de la forma en que los kohanim y el pueblo judío se purificaron para que estén listos ("puros") para sacrificar al Korban Pesach.

Working definition of antisemitism About the IHRA non-legally binding working definition of antisemitism The IHRA is the only intergovernmental organization mandated to focus solely on Holocaust-related issues, so with evidence that the scourge of antisemitism is once again on the rise, we resolved to take a leading role in combating it. But to begin to address the problem of antisemitism, there must be clarity about what antisemitism is. The experts in the IHRA’s Committee on Antisemitism and Holocaust Denial built international consensus around a non-legally binding working definition of antisemitism, which was then adopted by the Plenary. By doing so, the IHRA set an example of responsible conduct for other international fora and provided an important practical tool for its Member Countries. The working definition has empowered many to address this rise in hate and discrimination at their national levels. Information on endorsement and adoption of the IHRA working definition of antisemitism can be found here. Countering antisemitism today also means countering Holocaust distortion. Explore the IHRA's Toolkit Against Holocaust Distortion to learn more and to find ways to get involved. The working definition of antisemitism In the spirit of the Stockholm Declaration that states: “With humanity still scarred by …antisemitism and xenophobia the international community shares a solemn responsibility to fight those evils” the committee on Antisemitism and Holocaust Denial called the IHRA Plenary in Budapest 2015 to adopt the following working definition of antisemitism. On 26 May 2016, the Plenary in Bucharest decided to: Adopt the following non-legally binding working definition of antisemitism: “Antisemitism is a certain perception of Jews, which may be expressed as hatred toward Jews. Rhetorical and physical manifestations of antisemitism are directed toward Jewish or non-Jewish individuals and/or their property, toward Jewish community institutions and religious facilities.” To guide IHRA in its work, the following examples may serve as illustrations: Manifestations might include the targeting of the state of Israel, conceived as a Jewish collectivity. However, criticism of Israel similar to that leveled against any other country cannot be regarded as antisemitic. Antisemitism frequently charges Jews with conspiring to harm humanity, and it is often used to blame Jews for “why things go wrong.” It is expressed in speech, writing, visual forms and action, and employs sinister stereotypes and negative character traits. Contemporary examples of antisemitism in public life, the media, schools, the workplace, and in the religious sphere could, taking into account the overall context, include, but are not limited to: Calling for, aiding, or justifying the killing or harming of Jews in the name of a radical ideology or an extremist view of religion. Making mendacious, dehumanizing, demonizing, or stereotypical allegations about Jews as such or the power of Jews as collective — such as, especially but not exclusively, the myth about a world Jewish conspiracy or of Jews controlling the media, economy, government or other societal institutions. Accusing Jews as a people of being responsible for real or imagined wrongdoing committed by a single Jewish person or group, or even for acts committed by non-Jews. Denying the fact, scope, mechanisms (e.g. gas chambers) or intentionality of the genocide of the Jewish people at the hands of National Socialist Germany and its supporters and accomplices during World War II (the Holocaust). Accusing the Jews as a people, or Israel as a state, of inventing or exaggerating the Holocaust. Accusing Jewish citizens of being more loyal to Israel, or to the alleged priorities of Jews worldwide, than to the interests of their own nations. Denying the Jewish people their right to self-determination, e.g., by claiming that the existence of a State of Israel is a racist endeavor. Applying double standards by requiring of it a behavior not expected or demanded of any other democratic nation. Using the symbols and images associated with classic antisemitism (e.g., claims of Jews killing Jesus or blood libel) to characterize Israel or Israelis. Drawing comparisons of contemporary Israeli policy to that of the Nazis. Holding Jews collectively responsible for actions of the state of Israel. Antisemitic acts are criminal when they are so defined by law (for example, denial of the Holocaust or distribution of antisemitic materials in some countries). Criminal acts are antisemitic when the targets of attacks, whether they are people or property – such as buildings, schools, places of worship and cemeteries – are selected because they are, or are perceived to be, Jewish or linked to Jews. Antisemitic discrimination is the denial to Jews of opportunities or services available to others and is illegal in many countries.

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Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Candle lighting: 5:30pm on Friday, Mar 3 Shabbat Zachor occurs on Saturday, Mar 4 This week's Torah portion is Parashat Tetzaveh Havdalah (50 min): 6:39pm on Saturday, Mar 4 Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times שבת פרשת תצוה March 3 - י׳ אדר Candle lighting 5:30 Shabbat ends 6:27 72 minutes 7:02 Office Hours this week: Monday, February 27, 2023 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm (Addressing Upland City Council @ 7:00pm) Tuesday, February 28, 2023 9:30 am – 2:00 pm Friday, March 3, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Shabbat Across America @ 7:30pm) Sunday, March 5, 2023 10:00 am – 2:00 pm (Family Fun Learning @ 10:00am and Purim Carnival @ 11:00am) Monday, March 6, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Magillah Reading @ 7:00pm) Tuesday, March 5, 2023 9:30 am – 2:00 pm Friday, March 5, 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 (4 March 2023): Parashat Tetzaveh 5783 https://youtu.be/xoIIBtuhoA4 Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday February 27 at 7:30 pm PT Zoom Links sent in separate email Monday morning. Please reply if you do not receive them. May preempt or start a few minutes late due to addressing the Upland City Council, Monday evening @ 7pm. Parashat Tetzaveh 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת תְּצַוֶּה 4 March 2023 / 11 Adar 5783 Parashat Tetzaveh is the 20th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Exodus 27:20-30:10; Deuteronomy 25:17-19 Tetzaveh (“You Shall Command”) opens as God instructs Moses to appoint Aaron and his sons as priests. God details how to make the priestly clothing, how to sanctify the priests and offer sacrifices during the seven days of inauguration in the Mishkan (Tabernacle), and how to build the golden altar. [1] maf*: Deuteronomy 25:17-19 · 3 p’sukim · *Shabbat Zachor Haftarah*: I Samuel 15:2-34 · 33 p’sukim *Shabbat Zachor Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Soncino Chumash: pp. 339 - 342 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 339 – 349)/pp. 856 - 857 Artscroll Chumash: pp. 464 - 471 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 464 – 483)pp. 1066 - 1067 Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 503 – 508 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 503 – 518)/pp.1135 - 1136 Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, March 2, 2023 @ 7:30pm Come join us for a lively discussion of various topics on Judaica. Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, March 3, 2023 @ 7:30 pm Note new start time Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, March 4, 2023 @ 9:30 am Note that start time 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 Tetzaveh 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת תְּצַוֶּה 4 March 2023 / 11 Adar 5783 Parashat Tetzaveh is the 20th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Exodus 27:20-30:10; Deuteronomy 25:17-19 Tetzaveh (“You Shall Command”) opens as God instructs Moses to appoint Aaron and his sons as priests. God details how to make the priestly clothing, how to sanctify the priests and offer sacrifices during the seven days of inauguration in the Mishkan (Tabernacle), and how to build the golden altar. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 27:20-28:5 · 7 p’sukim · 2: 28:6-9 · 4 p’sukim · 3: 28:10-12 · 3 p’sukim · 4: 28:13-17 · 5 p’sukim · 5: 28:18-21 · 4 p’sukim · 6: 28:22-25 · 4 p’sukim · 7: 28:26-30 · 5 p’sukim · maf*: Deuteronomy 25:17-19 · 3 p’sukim · *Shabbat Zachor Haftarah*: I Samuel 15:2-34 · 33 p’sukim *Shabbat Zachor Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Soncino Chumash: pp. 339 - 342 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 339 – 349)/pp. 856 - 857 *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 Zachor 2023 / שַׁבָּת זָכוֹר 5783 Shabbat before Purim 🕍 Shabbat Zachor for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Friday, 3 March 2023 and ends at nightfall on Saturday, 4 March 2023. This corresponds to Parashat Tetzaveh. Shabbat Zachor (“Sabbath [of] remembrance שבת זכור) is the Shabbat immediately preceding Purim. Deuteronomy 25:17-19, describing the attack by Amalek, is recounted. There is a tradition from the Talmud that Haman, the antagonist of the Purim story, was descended from Amalek. The portion that is read includes a commandment to remember the attack by Amalek, and therefore at this public reading both men and women make a special effort to hear the reading. Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario Next Hebrew School will be Sunday, March 19, 2023 March 5 will be Family Fun Learning and Purim Carnival at the synagogue March 12 I will be out of town First Session Sunday 10:00am - 10:40am Second Session Sunday 10:50am - 11:30am Hebrew school is back on at Temple Sholom of Ontario. We will continue in the fall hold classes virtually on Sundays starting at 10:00am PT. There will be two sessions, 40 minutes each, with a 10-minute break in between. Details will follow soon. The first session will focus on Hebrew reading and prayers. We will read from the week's Torah portion using a Chumash and an online site. Besides the main prayers used in our services, we will also learn Torah and Haftarah blessings. The second session will be a general learning session of that weekly sedrah/portion. We will also discuss notable Jewish personalities, from celebrities to prophets and kings. There will also be special topics such as gossip and evolution. Please let us know if you'd like to join us and of course if you have any questions. The 27th Annual Shabbat Across America is March 3, 2023! Join us as we participate in the North America-wide event at our synagogue! On Friday night, March 3, 2023, hundreds of synagogues across the continent will take part in an historic national Jewish event to celebrate what unifies all Jews — Shabbat! Everyone is invited… singles, couples, families — all ages. By participating in this continent-wide event, you will not only have the opportunity to experience Shabbat, but you will be sharing your experience with tens of thousands of Jews across North America. Family Fun Learning and Purim Carnival! Sunday, March 5, 10am - 1pm Join us on Sunday, March 5 for our Purim Carnival. We'll have a short class beforehand and then fun. See you there. Purim 2023 / פּוּרִים 5783 Celebration of Jewish deliverance as told by Megilat Esther 🎭️📜 Purim for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Monday, 6 March 2023 and ends at nightfall on Tuesday, 7 March 2023. Purim (Hebrew: פּוּרִים, Pûrîm “lots”, from the word פור pur, also called the Festival of Lots) is a Jewish holiday which commemorates the saving of the Jewish people from Haman in the ancient Persian Empire, a story recorded in the Biblical Book of Esther (Megillat Esther). Shushan Purim 2023 / שׁוּשָׁן פּוּרִים 5783 Purim celebrated in Jerusalem and walled cities 🎭️📜 Shushan Purim for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Tuesday, 7 March 2023 and ends at nightfall on Wednesday, 8 March 2023. Shushan Purim falls on Adar 15 and is the day on which Jews in Jerusalem celebrate Purim. Magilla Reading Monday, March 6 @ 7pm Daylight saving time 2023 in United States will begin at 2:00 AM on Sunday, March 12 Miller Course: Introduction to Judaism Coming Soon! 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Parashat Tetzaveh 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת תְּצַוֶּה 4 March 2023 / 11 Adar 5783 https://youtu.be/xoIIBtuhoA4 Parashat Tetzaveh is the 20th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Exodus 27:20-30:10; Deuteronomy 25:17-19 Tetzaveh (“You Shall Command”) opens as God instructs Moses to appoint Aaron and his sons as priests. God details how to make the priestly clothing, how to sanctify the priests and offer sacrifices during the seven days of inauguration in the Mishkan (Tabernacle), and how to build the golden altar. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 27:20-28:5 · 7 p’sukim · 2: 28:6-9 · 4 p’sukim · 3: 28:10-12 · 3 p’sukim · 4: 28:13-17 · 5 p’sukim · 5: 28:18-21 · 4 p’sukim · 6: 28:22-25 · 4 p’sukim · 7: 28:26-30 · 5 p’sukim · maf*: Deuteronomy 25:17-19 · 3 p’sukim · *Shabbat Zachor Haftarah*: I Samuel 15:2-34 · 33 p’sukim *Shabbat Zachor Soncino Chumash: pp. 339 - 342 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 339 – 349) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 464 - 471 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 464 – 483) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 503 – 508 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 503 - 518) Shabbat Zachor 2023 / שַׁבָּת זָכוֹר 5783 Shabbat before Purim 🕍 Deuteronomy 25:17-19 Shabbat Zachor for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Friday, 3 March 2023 and ends at nightfall on Saturday, 4 March 2023. This corresponds to Parashat Tetzaveh. Shabbat Zachor (“Sabbath [of] remembrance שבת זכור) is the Shabbat immediately preceding Purim. Deuteronomy 25:17-19, describing the attack by Amalek, is recounted. There is a tradition from the Talmud that Haman, the antagonist of the Purim story, was descended from Amalek. The portion that is read includes a commandment to remember the attack by Amalek, and therefore at this public reading both men and women make a special effort to hear the reading. This parashat starts out finishing up discussing the last item involved in the offering services, the incense. The recipe remains a mystery because the proportion of the ingredients were only to be used during the service, the main ingredient was frankincense. It is a negative commandment not to try to replicate it or use it for any other purpose. Tetzaveh then goes on to discuss now the clothing/accoutrements of the High Priest, and the other priests. The priest is dressed royally with turquoise, crimson and lavender threads highlighted by strands of gold. There were eight garments that the High Priest wore including the breastplate folded over containing the parchment with the name of Hashem used to ordain the answer to questions. The High Priest also wore what many consider to be a crown, a gold plate fastened to his turban that read “Holy To Hashem”. Consider that he is the only dignitary to wear a crown; even the king of Israel doesn’t wear one! Consider that the message here is that talking to Hashem, ie, praying, is a very special, very big deal. We are “talking” to the “King of Kings”. So we should always be mindful of what we are wearing and dress for spiritual success. Parashat tetzaveh 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת תְּצַוֶּ ama 4 de marzo de 2023 /11 Adar 5783 https://youtu.be/xoiibtuhoa4 Parashat Tetzaveh es la vigésima parte semanal de la Torá en el ciclo judío anual de la lectura de la Torá. Porción de la Torá: Éxodo 27: 20-30: 10; Deuteronomio 25: 17-19 Tetzaveh ("Comandarás") se abre como Dios le indica a Moisés a nombrar a Aaron y a sus hijos como sacerdotes. Dios detalla cómo hacer la ropa sacerdotal, cómo santificar a los sacerdotes y ofrecer sacrificios durante los siete días de inauguración en el Mishkan (tabernáculo) y cómo construir el altar dorado. [1] Trienial año 1 1: 27: 20-28: 5 · 7 P’sukim · 2: 28: 6-9 · 4 P’sukim · 3: 28: 10-12 · 3 P’sukim · 4: 28: 13-17 · 5 P’sukim · 5: 28: 18-21 · 4 P’sukim · 6: 28: 22-25 · 4 P’sukim · 7: 28: 26-30 · 5 P’sukim · Maf *: Deuteronomio 25: 17-19 · 3 P’sukim · *Shabat Zachor Haftarah *: I Samuel 15: 2-34 · 33 P’Sukim *Shabat Zachor Soncino Chumash: pp. 339 - 342 trienial año 1 (Kriyah completo pp. 339 - 349) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 464 - 471 Trienal Year 1 (Kriyah completo pp. 464 - 483) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 503 - 508 trienial año 1 (Kriyah completo pp. 503 - 518) Shabbat Zachor 2023 / שַׁבָּת זָכוֹר 5783 Shabat antes de Purim 🕍 Shabat Zachor para el año hebreo 5783 comienza al atardecer el viernes 3 de marzo de 2023 y termina en la noche del sábado 4 de marzo de 2023. Esto corresponde a Parashat Tetzaveh. Shabat Zachor (“Sabbato [de] recuerdo שבת זכור) es el Shabat inmediatamente precede a Purim. Se cuenta la Deuteronomio 25: 17-19, que describe el ataque de Amalek. Hay una tradición del Talmud de que Hamán, el antagonista de la historia de Purim, descendía de Amalek. La parte que se lee incluye un mandamiento para recordar el ataque de Amalek y, por lo tanto, en esta lectura pública, tanto hombres como mujeres hacen un esfuerzo especial para escuchar la lectura. Este parashat comienza a terminar discutiendo el último elemento involucrado en los servicios de oferta, el incienso. La receta sigue siendo un misterio porque la proporción de los ingredientes solo debía usarse durante el servicio, el ingrediente principal era incienso. Es un mandamiento negativo no intentar replicarlo o usarlo para cualquier otro propósito. Tetzaveh luego discute ahora la ropa/accesorios del sumo sacerdote y los otros sacerdotes. El sacerdote está vestido con hilos turquesa, carmesí y lavanda resaltados por hilos de oro. Había ocho prendas que usaba el sumo sacerdote, incluido el peto plegado, que contenía el pergamino con el nombre de Hashem utilizado para ordenar la respuesta a las preguntas. El sumo sacerdote también llevaba lo que muchos consideran una corona, una placa de oro sujeta a su turbante que decía "Holy to Hashem". Considere que él es el único dignatario en usar una corona; ¡Incluso el rey de Israel no usa uno! Considere que el mensaje aquí es que hablar con Hashem, es decir, rezar, es un problema muy especial, muy especial. Estamos "hablando" con el "Rey de los Reyes". Por lo tanto, siempre debemos tener en cuenta lo que llevamos y vestirnos para el éxito espiritual

https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/did-god-write-the-torah-and-does-it-matter/?utm_source=mjl_maropost&utm_campaign=MJL&utm_medium=email For many Jews, the Torah's authority does not derive from being a divine document. BY MARC ZVI BRETTLER The traditional Jewish position is that the Torah is all divine in origin. Yet nowhere does the broader Bible suggest that it was all written by God and in no way is this belief necessary to live as an observant Jew. The Jewish Bible, the Tanach, attributes authorship of some of its sections to God, but these are few and far between. Let’s start with the second part of the Jewish canon, the Prophets (Nevi’im). The early prophets — the Books of Joshua, Judges, Samuel, and Kings — claim to tell the history of Israel from the time of the conquest of the land after the Exodus through the destruction of the First Temple in 586 BCE. Nothing in the style of these books suggests that they are divine in origin. Though in places they certainly talk about God (in the third person), they present many different perspectives on this era and share all the pitfalls of humanly written histories. Some of the later prophets — Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel and the twelve minor prophets — explicitly claim to reflect divine revelation. The second verse of the Book of Jeremiah states that “the word of the LORD came to him [Jeremiah] in the days of [King] Josiah …” In case this is not definitive enough, the first real prophecy in the book opens: “The word of the LORD came to me.” (Jeremiah 1:4) Several other prophetic books contain similar claims, though not all. Isaiah simply begins: “The prophecies of Isaiah son of Amoz, who prophesied concerning Judah and Jerusalem in the reigns of…” (Isaiah 1:1). The book makes no explicit assertion of divine origin, though this was surely assumed by his audience. Most of the books of the Writings (Ketuvim), the third section of the Tanach, completely lack the suggestion that they are from God. Psalms is a book of prayers to God, not from God (though some early Jews considered it divinely inspired). In most of the Book of Job, God is spoken of in the third person. Proverbs is mostly human wisdom. The five Megillot (scrolls) also lack any suggestion of divine authorship. Song of Songs, for example, is explicitly attributed to Solomon, with no hint of divine inspiration. Only some sections of Daniel contain prophecies attributed to God—though unlike earlier prophecy, these are mediated by an angel. In sum, much less than half of the Prophets and the Writings contain any internal suggestion that it originated from God. Much of later Jewish tradition assumes that these books may have a divine hand behind them —whatever that might mean. But this idea developed only in the post-biblical period. Even the Torah itself – the first five books of the Bible—nowhere suggests that it is all divinely authored. Only in Exodus, the Bible’s second book, does the ubiquitous formula “The Lord spoke to Moses saying” begin. Absolutely nothing in Genesis suggests that it was originally understood as given from God. The first words of the Bible are, “When God began to create heaven and earth” — not “God said to Moses, ‘When I began to create heaven and earth.’” The final book of the Torah, Deuteronomy, presents itself as Moses’s speech, not God’s. And yet, the traditional Jewish position is that it is all divine in origin. This position is taken for granted in rabbinic literature, but is already suggested by some late biblical books that call it “the Lord’s Torah,” “the Torah of Moses,” or even “the Lord’s Torah given by Moses” (2 Chronicles 34:14). The classical formulation of the divine origin of the Torah comes from Maimonides: “The eighth fundamental principle is that the Torah came from God. We are to believe that the whole Torah was given us through Moses our Teacher entirely from God … through Moses who acted like a secretary taking dictation….” (For a longer version of my claims here, see the second chapter of “The Bible and the Believer: How to Read the Bible Critically and Religiously.”) This assertion has some roots in earlier rabbinic literature and, as noted above, in the very latest books of the Bible. But its status as dogma is debated, and is connected to the fraught issue of whether Judaism is just a religion of deeds or also has central creeds like Christianity. Even so, Maimonides’s position concerns the Torah only—not the entire Bible, and as noted above, goes beyond the explicit claims of the Torah concerning its authorship. Modern biblical scholarship even casts doubt on the divine authorship of the sections of the Torah which explicitly claim to have come from God, including those that follow the formula “The Lord spoke to Moses.” The Torah contains too many contradictions to all be seen as divine. Do servants get released after six years, as stated Exodus, or at the Jubilee year (once every fifty years), as noted in Leviticus? Which divine speech is the correct one? Biblical scholars have shown that the Torah contains too many contradictions and infelicities to be divine, and it instead came into being over a very long period of time, reflecting the understanding of various ancient Israelites, living in different places at different times, of what God wanted of them. (For more on this, see TheTorah.com.) But a text that reflects people’s understanding of God is quite different from a text dictated by God to Moses and preserved without error for three millennia — the view of Maimonides and a position upheld by many Jews within the Orthodox community. Should this matter? Does scripture need to be perfect in order to retain its scriptural status? For many Jews, the Bible does not get its power, or even its authority, from being a divine document. When reciting the blessing recited after reading from the Torah, we laud it as Torat emet— a Torah of truth. That need not mean that it is entirely true, but only that it contains profound truths. Sometimes these truths are close to the surface. Other times they are brought out through interpretation — even radical interpretation that fundamentally changes the original meaning of the text. Truths can be found in many places, but as Jews it is our obligation to search out and to follow the truths we find in the Torah—to make the Torah, indeed the whole Tanach, into our central orienting text. The Jewish community has created the books of the Bible and placed them — most especially the Torah — as the central compass of Jewish life. Being Jewish means adopting this Bible-centric position — buying into the Torah and using sections of it (along with other wise texts from other traditions) as a guide for our lives and to create continuity with our ancestors — even if we are not following the Bible as God’s revealed truth. Marc Zvi Brettler is a professor of Hebrew Bible and Jewish Studies in the Department of Religious Studies at Duke University.

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Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Rosh Chodesh Adar occurs on Tuesday, Feb 21 Rosh Chodesh Adar occurs on Wednesday, Feb 22 Candle lighting: 5:24pm on Friday, Feb 24 This week's Torah portion is Parashat Terumah Havdalah (50 min): 6:33pm on Saturday, Feb 25 Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times שבת פרשת תרומה February 24 - ג׳ אדר Candle lighting 5:24 Shabbat ends 6:21 72 minutes 6:56 Office Hours this week: Monday, February 20, 2023 (Closed for President's Day) Tuesday, February 21, 2023 9:30 am – 2:00 pm Thursday, February 23, 2023 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Friday, February 24, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Monday, February 27, 2023 9:30 am – 2:00 pm Tuesday, February 28, 2023 9:30 am – 2:00 pm Friday, March 3, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Shabbat Across America @ 7:30pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (February 25, 2023): Parashat Terumah 5783 https://youtu.be/3hcQIxIh1Nk Happy Presidents' Day – February 20, 2023 President's Day was established as a federal holiday in 1885 to celebrate George Washington's birthday on 22nd February. Although it was originally a day to celebrate George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, many use it now to honor all US Presidents, past and present. Rosh Chodesh Adar 2023 / רֹאשׁ חוֹדֶשׁ אַדָר 5783 Start of month of Adar on the Hebrew calendar 🌒 Rosh Chodesh Adar for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Monday, 20 February 2023 and ends at nightfall on Wednesday, 22 February 2023. Start of month of Adar on the Hebrew calendar. Adar (אַדָר) is the 12th month of the Hebrew year, has 29 days, and corresponds to February or March 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. Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday February 20 at 7:30 pm PT Zoom Links sent in separate email Monday morning. Please reply if you do not receive them. Parashat Terumah 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת תְּרוּמָה 25 February 2023 / 4 Adar 5783 Parashat Terumah is the 19th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Exodus 25:1-27:19 Terumah (“Donation”) opens as God tells Moses to collect donated materials in order to build a dwelling place for God called the Mishkan (Tabernacle). God describes how to build the vessels that will fill the Mishkan - including the ark, table, menorah, and sacrificial altar - as well as the Mishkan’s walls and curtains. [1] Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Soncino Chumash: pp. 326 - 330 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 326 – 336) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 444 - 453 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 444 – 463) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 485 – 491 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 485 - 498) Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, February 23, 2023 @ 7:30pm Come join us for a lively discussion of various topics on Judaica. Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, February 24, 2023 @ 7:30 pm Note new start time Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, February 25, 2023 @ 9:30 am Note that start time Zoom Links sent in separate email Friday afternoon. Please reply if you do not receive them. Parashat Terumah 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת תְּרוּמָה 25 February 2023 / 4 Adar 5783 Torah Portion: Exodus 25:1-27:19 Terumah (“Donation”) opens as God tells Moses to collect donated materials in order to build a dwelling place for God called the Mishkan (Tabernacle). God describes how to build the vessels that will fill the Mishkan - including the ark, table, menorah, and sacrificial altar - as well as the Mishkan’s walls and curtains. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 25:1-5 · 5 p’sukim · 2: 25:6-9 · 4 p’sukim · 3: 25:10-16 · 7 p’sukim · 4: 25:17-22 · 6 p’sukim · 5: 25:23-30 · 8 p’sukim · 6: 25:31-33 · 3 p’sukim · 7: 25:34-40 · 7 p’sukim · maf: 25:37-40 · 4 p’sukim · Haftarah: I Kings 5:26-6:13 · 20 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Soncino Chumash: pp. 326 - 330 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 326 – 336) *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. 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The 27th Annual Shabbat Across America is March 3, 2023! The 27th Annual Shabbat Across America is March 3, 2023! Join us as we participate in the North America-wide event at our synagogue! On Friday night, March 3, 2023, hundreds of synagogues across the continent will take part in an historic national Jewish event to celebrate what unifies all Jews — Shabbat! Everyone is invited… singles, couples, families — all ages. By participating in this continent-wide event, you will not only have the opportunity to experience Shabbat, but you will be sharing your experience with tens of thousands of Jews across North America. Family Fun Learning and Purim Carnival! Sunday, March 5, 10am - 1pm Join us on Sunday, March 5 for our Purim Carnival. We'll have a short class beforehand and then fun. See you there. 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Parashat Terumah 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת תְּרוּמָה 25 February 2023 / 4 Adar 5783 https://youtu.be/3hcQIxIh1Nk Parashat Terumah is the 19th portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Terumah (“Donation”) opens as God tells Moses to collect donated materials in order to build a dwelling place for God called the Mishkan (Tabernacle). God describes how to build the vessels that will fill the Mishkan - including the ark, table, menorah, and sacrificial altar - as well as the Mishkan’s walls and curtains. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 25:1-5 · 5 p’sukim · 2: 25:6-9 · 4 p’sukim · 3: 25:10-16 · 7 p’sukim · 4: 25:17-22 · 6 p’sukim · 5: 25:23-30 · 8 p’sukim · 6: 25:31-33 · 3 p’sukim · 7: 25:34-40 · 7 p’sukim · maf: 25:37-40 · 4 p’sukim · Haftarah: I Kings 5:26-6:13 · 20 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Soncino Chumash: pp. 326 - 330 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 326 – 336) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 444 - 453 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 444 – 463) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 485 – 491 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 485 - 498) Now that Israel is becoming a holy people with the mission to deliver G-d’s teachings to the rest of the world, the next step is a venue. Hashem is now instructing Moshe Rabbeinu and our ancestors to construct the Tabernacle. This Mishkan will function as Israel’s meeting place with Hashem. Even though we worship a G-d who is ineffable, that is, beyond all human comprehension, we still exist in the material world. Therefore, we need to have a material place to conduct our worship. Perhaps this is why most other religions need idols and symbols, as a physical representation of what they can worship. It is human nature to want something that we can grasp to reassure us. This Mishkan is G-d interacting with us from our point of view. The processes and procedures that will be laid out will be our way of worshipping using specific tools, not having to resort to paganism or use objects to worship. This way, humankind is evolving spiritually. Parashat Terumá 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת תְּרוּמָה 25 febrero 2023 / 4 Adar 5783 Parashat Terumah es la decimonovena porción semanal de la Torá en el ciclo judío anual de lectura de la Torá. Porción de la Torá: Terumah ("Donación") comienza cuando Dios le dice a Moisés que recopile los materiales donados para construir una morada para Dios llamada Mishkan (Tabernáculo). Dios describe cómo construir los vasos que llenarán el Mishkán, incluidos el arca, la mesa, la menorá y el altar de sacrificios, así como las paredes y las cortinas del Mishkán. [1] Trienal año 1 1: 25:1-5 · 5 p'sukim · 2: 25:6-9 · 4 p'sukim · 3: 25:10-16 · 7 p'sukim · 4: 25:17-22 · 6 p'sukim · 5: 25:23-30 · 8 p'sukim · 6: 25:31-33 · 3 p'sukim · 7: 25:34-40 · 7 p'sukim · maf: 25:37-40 · 4 p'sukim · Haftará: I Reyes 5:26-6:13 · 20 p'sukim Comentario y Divrei Torá Sefaria OU Torá Seminario Teológico Judío Universidad Judía Americana Soncino Chumash: págs. 326 - 330 Año trienal 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 326 - 336) Artscroll Chumash: págs. 444 - 453 Año trienal 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 444 - 463) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 485 – 491 Año Trienal 1 (Kriyah Completa pp. 485 - 498) Ahora que Israel se está convirtiendo en un pueblo santo con la misión de llevar las enseñanzas de Di-s al resto del mundo, el próximo paso es un lugar. Hashem ahora está instruyendo a Moshe Rabbeinu y a nuestros antepasados para que construyan el Tabernáculo. Este Mishkán funcionará como el lugar de encuentro de Israel con Hashem. Aunque adoramos a un Di-s que es inefable, es decir, más allá de toda comprensión humana, todavía existimos en el mundo material. Por lo tanto, necesitamos tener un lugar material para llevar a cabo nuestra adoración. Tal vez por eso la mayoría de las otras religiones necesitan ídolos y símbolos, como una representación física de lo que pueden adorar. Es la naturaleza humana querer algo que podamos agarrar para tranquilizarnos. Este Mishkan es Di-s interactuando con nosotros desde nuestro punto de vista. Los procesos y procedimientos que se expondrán serán nuestra forma de adorar utilizando herramientas específicas, no teniendo que recurrir al paganismo ni utilizar objetos para adorar. De esta manera, la humanidad está evolucionando espiritualmente.

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For your convenience, I am attaching this revised list to this email that only goes to members of Temple Sholom of Ontario. Thank you. Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Candle lighting: 5:18pm on Friday, Feb 17 Shabbat Shekalim occurs on Saturday, Feb 18 Shabbat Mevarchim Chodesh Adar occurs on Saturday, Feb 18 This week's Torah portion is Parashat Mishpatim Havdalah (50 min): 6:27pm on Saturday, Feb 18 Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times שבת פרשת משפטים February 17 - כ״ו שבט Candle lighting 5:18 Shabbat ends 6:15 72 minutes 6:50 Office Hours this week: Monday, February 13, 2023 9:30 am – 2:00 pm Tuesday, February 14, 2023 9:30 am – 2:00 pm Friday, February 17, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Monday, February 20, 2023 9:30 am – 2:00 pm Tuesday, February 21, 2023 9:30 am – 2:00 pm Friday, February 24, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute T orah (February 18, 2023): Parashat Mishpatim 5783 https://youtu.be/M8HIpSPTeA8 Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday February 13 at 7:30 pm PT Zoom Links sent in separate email Monday morning. Please reply if you do not receive them. Parashat Mishpatim 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת מִּשְׁפָּטִים 18 February 2023 / 27 Sh'vat 5783 https://youtu.be/M8HIpSPTeA8 Parashat Mishpatim is the 18th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Exodus 21:1-24:18, 30:11-163 Mishpatim (“Laws”) recounts a series of God’s laws that Moses gives to the Israelites. These include laws about treatment of slaves, damages, loans, returning lost property, the Sabbath, the sabbatical year, holidays, and destroying idolatry. The portion ends as Moses ascends Mount Sinai for 40 days. Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Soncino Chumash: pp. 306 - 311 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 306 - 322)/ pp.352 - 353 Artscroll Chumash: pp. 416 - 426 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 416 - 443)/p.484 Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 456 - 465Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 456 - 480)/pp. 523 - 524 Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, February 16, 2023 @ 7:30pm Come join us for a lively discussion of various topics on Judaica. Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, February 17, 2023 @ 7:30 pm Note new start time Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, February 18, 2023 @ 9:30 am Note that start time Zoom Links sent in separate email Friday afternoon. Please reply if you do not receive them. Parashat Mishpatim 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת מִּשְׁפָּטִים 18 February 2023 / 27 Sh'vat 5783 Torah Portion: Exodus 21:1-24:18, 30:11-16 Mishpatim (“Laws”) recounts a series of God’s laws that Moses gives to the Israelites. These include laws about treatment of slaves, damages, loans, returning lost property, the Sabbath, the sabbatical year, holidays, and destroying idolatry. The portion ends as Moses ascends Mount Sinai for 40 days. [ Triennial year 1 1: 21:1-6 · 6 p’sukim · 2: 21:7-11 · 5 p’sukim · 3: 21:12-19 · 8 p’sukim · 4: 21:20-27 · 8 p’sukim · 5: 21:28-32 · 5 p’sukim · 6: 21:33-36 · 4 p’sukim · 7: 21:37-22:3 · 4 p’sukim · maf*: 30:11-16 · 6 p’sukim · *Shabbat Shekalim Alternate Haftarah: Jeremiah 34:12-22, 33:25-26 · 13 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Soncino Chumash: pp. 306 - 311 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 306 - 322)/ pp.352 - 353 *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 Adar Saturday, February 18 Molad Adar: Mon, 40 minutes and 11 chalakim after 12:00 Any Shabbat that precedes and begins the week during which there will be a day or days of a new Hebrew month (Rosh Chodesh) is known as Shabbat Mevorchim (mevorchim means "they [the congregation] bless" [the forthcoming new month]. Shabbat Shekalim 2023 / שַׁבָּת שְׁקָלִים 5783 Shabbat before Rosh Chodesh Adar 🕍 Shabbat Shekalim for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Friday, 17 February 2023 and ends at nightfall on Saturday, 18 February 2023. This corresponds to Parashat Mishpatim. Shabbat Shekalim (“Sabbath [of] shekels” שבת שקלים) read in preparation for Purim, requests each adult male Jew contribute half of a Biblical shekel for the upkeep of the Tent of Meeting. The Torah portion Exodus 30:11-16 is read. This Shabbat takes place on the Shabbat before the 1st of the Hebrew calendar month of Adar, or on the 1st of Adar itself if it falls on Shabbat. In leap years on the Hebrew calendar, when there are two months of Adar, Shabbat Shekalim is on the Shabbat before the 1st of Adar II (or on the 1st of Adar II itself if it is Shabbat). Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario Next Hebrew School will be Sunday, February 12, 2023 First Session Sunday 10:00am - 10:40am Second Session Sunday 10:50am - 11:30am Hebrew school is back on at Temple Sholom of Ontario. We will continue in the fall hold classes virtually on Sundays starting at 10:00am PT. There will be two sessions, 40 minutes each, with a 10-minute break in between. Details will follow soon. The first session will focus on Hebrew reading and prayers. We will read from the week's Torah portion using a Chumash and an online site. Besides the main prayers used in our services, we will also learn Torah and Haftarah blessings. The second session will be a general learning session of that weekly sedrah/portion. We will also discuss notable Jewish personalities, from celebrities to prophets and kings. There will also be special topics such as gossip and evolution. Please let us know if you'd like to join us and of course if you have any questions. Purim 2023 / פּוּרִים 5783 Celebration of Jewish deliverance as told by Megilat Esther 🎭️📜 Purim for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Monday, 6 March 2023 and ends at nightfall on Tuesday, 7 March 2023. Purim (Hebrew: פּוּרִים, Pûrîm “lots”, from the word פור pur, also called the Festival of Lots) is a Jewish holiday which commemorates the saving of the Jewish people from Haman in the ancient Persian Empire, a story recorded in the Biblical Book of Esther (Megillat Esther). Miller Course: Introduction to Judaism Coming Soon! 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. ***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. *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.

Shabbat Surprising facts about the weekly Jewish day of rest. BY MY JEWISH LEARNING SHABBAT Shabbat, the weekly Jewish day of rest, is so important to Jewish life and the rhythms of Jewish time that the phrase shomer Shabbat — literally, “keeper of Shabbat” — is often used as shorthand for an observant Jew. The basics of Shabbat are pretty straightforward — essentially, refraining from constructive labor and taking a much-deserved weekly respite — but some other facets of the weekly Jewish sabbath are less so. Here’s a few things about Shabbat you might not have known. Angels come to our houses According to the Jewish mystics, angels accompany worshippers home from the synagogue after Friday night prayers. This tradition is the reason for the singing of Shalom Aleichem, which welcomes angels into the home, prior to the Friday night Shabbat meal. Along with the angels, Shabbat is often compared to a bride or a queen. In medieval times, in fact, the mystics would go out into the fields on Friday night to greet the arrival of the Shabbat queen. You don’t have to use wine for Kiddush Shabbat, like major Jewish holidays, features the recitation of Kiddush, a blessing recited at the start of the Friday night meal — most commonly over wine (or grape juice). And while wine is clearly the preferred beverage, if there’s none available, you don’t have to forego the whole ritual. Friday night kiddush can be recited over challah or liquor too. Some families light more than two candles As a rule, two candles are lit prior to Shabbat beginning on Friday night. These are understood to symbolize the twin biblical commands to remember (zachor) and keep (shamor) the Sabbath day, though there are other explanations too. But it’s possible to light more, and many families do. Some have the custom of adding an additional candle for each child born into the family. In larger families, that can be a lot of candles. Shabbat has its own elevators Well, kinda. In facilities frequented by observant Jews (and in some Israeli high-rises), one can often find a Shabbat elevator. These lifts stop automatically on every floor to enable observant Jews who eschew the use of electronics on Shabbat to go up and down without having to actively push any buttons. Shabbat elevators are but one example of the many technological innovations aimed at making the Shabbat experience easier and more pleasant for those who live in the modern world but cannot flip switches, including Shabbat lamps, Shabbat toothbrushes, and powered Shabbat carts. The reason for that white string around some Jewish neighborhoods? Shabbat. If you’ve ever spotted a group of Jews staring intently up at a telephone pole on Friday afternoon, they’re most likely checking the eruv. An eruv is a symbolic boundary — typically composed of walls, fences, electrical poles and wires (or some combination thereof) — erected in certain Jewish neighborhoods that permit carrying in public on Shabbat, normally a proscribed activity. In places where a public eruv exists, it’s common to check it every week to make sure it hasn’t been damaged — hence the Friday telephone pole watchers. These boundaries are generally invisible unless you know what to look for, but have been a source of controversy nonetheless. Shabbat laws are responsible for a classic Jewish dish Walk into a Shabbat-observant home on a Friday afternoon and you’re likely to find a fragrant stew of meat, beans and potatoes bubbling on the stove or crock-pot. This is the venerable cholent, a classic Ashkenazi dish that slow-cooks overnight so hot food is available on Shabbat afternoon, when cooking is prohibited. (Sephardim also have a version known as dafina or hamin.) But cholent is no longer the sole province of the Orthodox. It’s now available at trendy eateries in Israel and New York. We get an extra soul on Shabbat Yes, really. According to the Talmud (Beitzah 16), God bequeaths us an additional soul — a neshama yeteirah in Hebrew — on Friday evening and takes it back on Saturday night. The idea is meant to convey that Shabbat is not just about physical rest and renewal, but spiritual elevation as well. Our capacity for connecting spiritually is enhanced on Shabbat through this additional soul. Shabbat is a foretaste of the World to Come According to the Talmud, the experience of Shabbat is may’ain olam habah — a little taste of the World to Come, the rabbinic term for the hereafter. Shabbat is a way to experience in some small way what living in a world of perfect peace is like. This may also be why the Midrash states that the messiah will come immediately if all of the Jewish people were to observe one Shabbat perfectly. (The Talmud says it has to be two Shabbats.) Shabbat is kind of a big deal Shabbat is considered more important than virtually every other Jewish observance. On Shabbat, seven sections (or aliyot) are read from the Torah. Even Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the Jewish calendar, only gets six. Other Jewish holidays get even fewer. Shabbat is also the only Jewish observance mentioned in the Ten Commandments. It’s understood in the Talmud to be the day on which God was revealed to the Jewish people at Mount Sinai. And it may also be the secret of Jewish survival. As the Hebrew essayist Ahad Ha’am famously wrote: “More than the Jewish people have kept Shabbat, Shabbat has kept the Jews.”

https://youtu.be/M8HIpSPTeA8 Parashat Mishpatim 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת מִּשְׁפָּטִים 18 February 2023 / 27 Sh'vat 5783 Parashat Mishpatim is the 18th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Exodus 21:1-24:18, 30:11-16 Mishpatim (“Laws”) recounts a series of God’s laws that Moses gives to the Israelites. These include laws about treatment of slaves, damages, loans, returning lost property, the Sabbath, the sabbatical year, holidays, and destroying idolatry. The portion ends as Moses ascends Mount Sinai for 40 days. [ Triennial year 1 1: 21:1-6 · 6 p’sukim · 2: 21:7-11 · 5 p’sukim · 3: 21:12-19 · 8 p’sukim · 4: 21:20-27 · 8 p’sukim · 5: 21:28-32 · 5 p’sukim · 6: 21:33-36 · 4 p’sukim · 7: 21:37-22:3 · 4 p’sukim · maf*: 30:11-16 · 6 p’sukim · *Shabbat Shekalim Alternate Haftarah: Jeremiah 34:12-22, 33:25-26 · 13 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Soncino Chumash: pp. 306 - 311 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 306 - 322)/ pp.352 - 353 Artscroll Chumash: pp. 416 - 426 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 416 - 443)/p.484 Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 456 - 465Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 456 - 480)/pp. 523 - 524 Now that the Ten Commandments have been presented—and accepted—by Israel, the rest of the commandments start coming. Hashem is instructing Israel how to be a holy people. The basis of what we now call Judaism is being set and Israel will be a nation of priests, bringing light to the world. Judaism will demonstrate how to respect other human beings, all of us G-d’s children. First of all, commentators, sages and rabbis suggest that the commandments that follow The Ten Commandments are based on those. Nothing in Torah is random; every word, every pause, the order and flow are all for specific reasons. Therefore, it is important to take note of what is presented next. We need to treat people with respect. The next set of commandments, mitzvot, relate to people who are on the lowest socio-economic level: enslaved and bonded people. They are working to pay off a judgment or have become destitute and need a venue to get a base to they can reenter society and support themselves. To prevent their mistreatment, the laws are very stern. Should their masters maim them while disciplining them, they immediately gain their freedom. Their masters thus lose an important business resource. Let us all take note of this and remember that everyone deserves respect, no matter their place in society. Parashat Mishpatim 5783 18 febrero 2023 / 27 Sh'vat 5783 Parashat Mishpatim es la 18ª porción semanal de la Torá en el ciclo judío anual de lectura de la Torá. Porción de la Torá: Éxodo 21:1-24:18, 30:11-16 Mishpatim (“Leyes”) relata una serie de leyes de Dios que Moisés da a los israelitas. Estos incluyen leyes sobre el tratamiento de esclavos, daños, préstamos, devolución de propiedad perdida, el sábado, el año sabático, días festivos y la destrucción de la idolatría. La porción termina cuando Moisés asciende al Monte Sinaí durante 40 días. [ Trienal año 1 1: 21:1-6 · 6 p'sukim · 2: 21:7-11 · 5 p'sukim · 3: 21:12-19 · 8 p'sukim · 4: 21:20-27 · 8 p'sukim · 5: 21:28-32 · 5 p'sukim · 6: 21:33-36 · 4 p'sukim · 7: 21:37-22:3 · 4 p'sukim · maf*: 30:11-16 · 6 p’sukim · *Shabat Shekalim Haftará alternativa: Jeremías 34:12-22, 33:25-26 · 13 p'sukim Comentario y Divrei Torá Sefaria OU Torá Seminario Teológico Judío Universidad Judía Americana Soncino Chumash: págs. 306 - 311 Trienal Año 1 (Kriyah completo págs. 306 - 322)/ págs. 352 - 353 Artscroll Chumash: págs. 416 - 426 Trienal Año 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 416 - 443)/p.484 Etz Chaim Chumash: págs. 456 - 465 Año Trienal 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 456 - 480)/págs. 523 - 524 Ahora que los Diez Mandamientos han sido presentados y aceptados por Israel, el resto de los mandamientos comienzan a llegar. Hashem está instruyendo a Israel cómo ser un pueblo santo. Se están sentando las bases de lo que ahora llamamos judaísmo e Israel será una nación de sacerdotes que traerá luz al mundo. El judaísmo demostrará cómo respetar a otros seres humanos, todos nosotros, hijos de Di-s. En primer lugar, los comentaristas, sabios y rabinos sugieren que los mandamientos que siguen a Los Diez Mandamientos se basan en ellos. Nada en la Torá es aleatorio; cada palabra, cada pausa, el orden y el flujo son todos por razones específicas. Por lo tanto, es importante tomar nota de lo que se presenta a continuación. Tenemos que tratar a las personas con respeto. El siguiente conjunto de mandamientos, mitzvot, se relaciona con las personas que se encuentran en el nivel socioeconómico más bajo: personas esclavizadas y en condiciones de servidumbre. Están trabajando para pagar un juicio o se han vuelto indigentes y necesitan un lugar para obtener una base para poder reinsertarse en la sociedad y mantenerse. Para evitar su maltrato, las leyes son muy severas. Si sus amos los mutilan mientras los disciplinan, obtienen inmediatamente su libertad. Sus amos pierden así un importante recurso comercial. Tomemos todos nota de esto y recordemos que todos merecen respeto, sin importar su lugar en la sociedad.

-Announcements -Candle Lighting Times for Shabbat (Ontario, CA) -Office Hours -This week’s 10-Minute Torah -Tu B'Shevat -Adult Torah Study -Judaic Studies -This week's Upcoming Shabbat services -Hebrew School -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. ** Please note that recent security issues have been resolved and I am now transitioning to using the templesholomofontario.org email platform, but some emails will continue to go out from this address. ***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. Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Tu BiShvat occurs on Monday, Feb 6 Candle lighting: 5:11pm on Friday, Feb 10 This week's Torah portion is Parashat Yitro Havdalah (50 min): 6:21pm on Saturday, Feb 11 Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times שבת פרשת יתרו February 10 - י״ט שבט Candle lighting 5:11 Shabbat ends 6:09 72 minutes 6:43 Office Hours this week: Tuesday, February 7, 2023 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Thursday, February 9, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Board Meeting @ 7:30pm) Friday, February 10, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) Monday, February 13, 2023 9:30 am – 2:00 pm Tuesday, February 14, 2023 9:30 am – 2:00 pm Friday, February 17, 2023 2:00pm - 7:30pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 7:30pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minu te Torah (February 11, 2023): Parashat Yitro 5783 https://youtu.be/NTa5Z2h8mlY Parashat Yitro is the 17th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Exodus 18:1-20:23 Yitro (“Jethro”) begins as Moses reunites with his father-in-law Yitro and accepts his advice to appoint judges who will help govern the Israelites. The Israelites prepare to encounter God at Mount Sinai. God descends amidst fire, smoke, thunder, and the blast of a shofar and gives the Ten Commandments. [1] Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Soncino Chumash: pp. 288 - 301 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 288 - 3011) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 394 - 414 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 394 - 414) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 432 - 450 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 432 - 450) Tu BiShvat 2023 / טוּ בִּשְׁבָט 5783 Tu BiShvat for Hebrew Year 5783 begins at sundown on Sunday, 5 February 2023 and ends at nightfall on Monday, 6 February 2023. The name of this festival is actually its date: “Tu” is a pronunciation of the Hebrew letters for the number 15, and it falls in the Hebrew month of Shevat. Traditionally, Tu Bishvat was not a Jewish festival. Rather, it marked an important date for Jewish farmers in ancient times. The Torah states, “When you enter the land [of Israel] and plant any tree for food, you shall regard its fruit as forbidden. Three years it shall be forbidden for you, not to be eaten” (Leviticus 19:23). The fruit of the fourth year was to be offered to the priests in the Temple as a gift of gratitude for the bounty of the land, and the fifth-year fruit–and all subsequent fruit–was finally for the farmer. This law, however, raised the question of how farmers were to mark the “birthday” of a tree. The Rabbis therefore established the 15th of the month of Shevat as a general “birthday” for all trees, regardless of when they were actually planted. Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday February 6 at 7:30 pm PT Zoom Links sent in separate email Monday morning. Please reply if you do not receive them. Parashat Yitro 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת יִתְרוֹ 11 February 2023 / 20 Sh'vat 5783 Parashat Yitro is the 17th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Exodus 18:1-20:23 Yitro (“Jethro”) begins as Moses reunites with his father-in-law Yitro and accepts his advice to appoint judges who will help govern the Israelites. The Israelites prepare to encounter God at Mount Sinai. God descends amidst fire, smoke, thunder, and the blast of a shofar and gives the Ten Commandments. [1] Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Soncino Chumash: pp. 288 - 301 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 288 - 3011) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 394 - 414 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 394 - 414) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 432 - 450 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 432 - 450) Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, February 9, 2023 @ 7:30pm Come join us for a lively discussion of various topics on Judaica. Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, February 10, 2023 @ 7:30 pm Note new start time Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, February 11, 2023 @ 9:30 am Note that start time Zoom Links sent in separate email Friday afternoon. Please reply if you do not receive them. Parashat Yitro 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת יִתְרוֹ 11 February 2023 / 20 Sh'vat 5783 Parashat Yitro is the 17th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Exodus 18:1-20:23 Yitro (“Jethro”) begins as Moses reunites with his father-in-law Yitro and accepts his advice to appoint judges who will help govern the Israelites. The Israelites prepare to encounter God at Mount Sinai. God descends amidst fire, smoke, thunder, and the blast of a shofar and gives the Ten Commandments. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 18:1-12 · 12 p’sukim · 2: 18:13-23 · 11 p’sukim · 3: 18:24-27 · 4 p’sukim · 4: 19:1-6 · 6 p’sukim · 5: 19:7-19 · 13 p’sukim · 6: 19:20-20:14 · 20 p’sukim · 7: 20:15-23 · 9 p’sukim · maf: 20:19-23 · 5 p’sukim · Haftarah for Ashkenazim: Isaiah 6:1-7:6, 9:5-6 · 21 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Soncino Chumash: pp. 288 - 301 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 288 - 3011) *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 Next Hebrew School will be Sunday, February 12, 2023 First Session Sunday 10:00am - 10:40am Second Session Sunday 10:50am - 11:30am Hebrew school is back on at Temple Sholom of Ontario. We will continue in the fall hold classes virtually on Sundays starting at 10:00am PT. There will be two sessions, 40 minutes each, with a 10-minute break in between. Details will follow soon. The first session will focus on Hebrew reading and prayers. We will read from the week's Torah portion using a Chumash and an online site. Besides the main prayers used in our services, we will also learn Torah and Haftarah blessings. The second session will be a general learning session of that weekly sedrah/portion. We will also discuss notable Jewish personalities, from celebrities to prophets and kings. There will also be special topics such as gossip and evolution. Please let us know if you'd like to join us and of course if you have any questions. Miller Course: Introduction to Judaism Coming Soon! 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. ***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. *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/NTa5Z2h8mlY Parashat Yitro 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת יִתְרוֹ 11 February 2023 / 20 Sh'vat 5783 Parashat Yitro is the 17th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Exodus 18:1-20:23 Yitro (“Jethro”) begins as Moses reunites with his father-in-law Yitro and accepts his advice to appoint judges who will help govern the Israelites. The Israelites prepare to encounter God at Mount Sinai. God descends amidst fire, smoke, thunder, and the blast of a shofar and gives the Ten Commandments. [1] Triennial year 1 1: 18:1-12 · 12 p’sukim · 2: 18:13-23 · 11 p’sukim · 3: 18:24-27 · 4 p’sukim · 4: 19:1-6 · 6 p’sukim · 5: 19:7-19 · 13 p’sukim · 6: 19:20-20:14 · 20 p’sukim · 7: 20:15-23 · 9 p’sukim · maf: 20:19-23 · 5 p’sukim · Haftarah for Ashkenazim: Isaiah 6:1-7:6, 9:5-6 · 21 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Soncino Chumash: pp. 288 - 301 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 288 - 3011) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 394 - 414 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 394 - 414) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 432 - 450 Triennial Year 1 (Full Kriyah pp. 432 - 450) There are a lot of interesting points in this parashat, not the least of which is the presentation of the Ten Commandments. Some commentators refer to these as the “Decalogue”, Greek for “Ten Words”. Of course, these are the first of the 603 that will follow. Someone asked once if all the other commandments are based on these ten. Very astute question. Another interesting point is the allocation of verses based on the triennial year. Unlike just about every other parashat, the triennial cycle is no different that the full reading, or kriyah in Hebrew. One would not want to spend a year reading the Torah and leave out this extremely important section. At the beginning of the parashat, we have Jethro, Moses’ father-in-law coming to congratulate Moses on rescuing Israel from slavery and acknowledge Hashem as the one, true G-d. Jethro also contributed something that has lasted 3500 years: delegation of power. As Israel sought counsel and guidance of Hashem’s Law, Moses would be exhausted advising by himself. Jethro’s suggestion that Moses allocate lesser decisions to knowledgeable elders allowed Moses to be at his best in his role as prophet. While some commentators fault Moses for thus denying some the benefit of his wisdom, consider that Moses empowered these people to do G-d’s work and thus learn Torah by embodying it, something we rabbis and teachers work on today. Parashat Yitro 5783 / פָּרָשַׁת יִתְרוֹ 11 febrero 2023 / 20 Sh'vat 5783 Parashat Yitro es la decimoséptima porción semanal de la Torá en el ciclo judío anual de lectura de la Torá. Porción de la Torá: Éxodo 18:1-20:23 Yitro ("Jethro") comienza cuando Moisés se reúne con su suegro Yitro y acepta su consejo de nombrar jueces que ayudarán a gobernar a los israelitas. Los israelitas se preparan para encontrarse con Dios en el Monte Sinaí. Dios desciende en medio del fuego, el humo, el trueno y el sonido de un shofar y da los Diez Mandamientos. [1] Trienal año 1 1: 18:1-12 · 12 p'sukim · 2: 18:13-23 · 11 p'sukim · 3: 18:24-27 · 4 p'sukim · 4: 19:1-6 · 6 p'sukim · 5: 19:7-19 · 13 p'sukim · 6: 19:20-20:14 · 20 p'sukim · 7: 20:15-23 · 9 p'sukim · maf: 20:19-23 · 5 p'sukim · Haftarah para Ashkenazim: Isaías 6:1-7:6, 9:5-6 · 21 p’sukim Comentario y Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary American Jewish University Soncino Chumash: págs. 288 - 301 Año trienal 1 (Kriyah completo págs. 288 - 3011) Artscroll Chumash: págs. 394 - 414 Año trienal 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 394 - 414) Etz Chaim Chumash: págs. 432 - 450 Año trienal 1 (Kriyah completa págs. 432 - 450) Hay muchos puntos interesantes en esta parashat, entre los que destaca la presentación de los Diez Mandamientos. Algunos comentaristas se refieren a estos como el "Decálogo", que en griego significa "Diez Palabras". Eso sí, estos son los primeros de los 603 que le seguirán. Alguien preguntó una vez si todos los demás mandamientos se basan en estos diez. Pregunta muy astuta. Otro punto interesante es la asignación de versos según el año trienal. A diferencia de cualquier otra parashat, el ciclo trienal no es diferente de la lectura completa o kriyah en hebreo. Uno no querría pasar un año leyendo la Torá y omitir esta sección extremadamente importante. Al comienzo de la parashat, tenemos a Jetro, el suegro de Moisés, que viene a felicitar a Moisés por rescatar a Israel de la esclavitud y reconocer a Hashem como el único y verdadero Di-s. Jetro también aportó algo que ha durado 3500 años: delegación de poder. Mientras Israel buscaba el consejo y la guía de la Ley de Hashem, Moisés se cansaba de aconsejar solo. La sugerencia de Jetro de que Moisés asignara las decisiones menores a los ancianos informados permitió que Moisés se desempeñara mejor en su papel de profeta. Si bien algunos comentaristas culpan a Moisés por negarles a algunos el beneficio de su sabiduría, considere que Moisés empoderó a estas personas para hacer el trabajo de Di-s y, por lo tanto, aprender Torá al encarnarla, algo en lo que los rabinos y maestros trabajamos hoy.