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https://youtu.be/BdGSzKan7O0 Parashat Devarim 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת דְּבָרִים 6 August 2022 / 9 Av 5782 Parashat Devarim is the 44th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Deuteronomy 1:1-3:22 https://tikkun.io/#/r/5-2-31 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 3 1: 2:31-34 · 4 p’sukim · 2: 2:35-37 · 3 p’sukim · 3: 3:1-3 · 3 p’sukim · 4: 3:4-7 · 4 p’sukim · 5: 3:8-11 · 4 p’sukim · 6: 3:12-14 · 3 p’sukim · 7: 3:15-22 · 8 p’sukim · maf: 3:20-22 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Isaiah 1:1-27 · 27 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 746 - 749 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 735 - 749) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 952 - 957 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 938 - 957) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 994 - 998 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 980 - 998) As Deuteronomy opens, Moshe Rabbeinu is now addressing the legions that will go out and take the Promised Land. Throughout the course of Deuteronomy, Moses will address the new generation with three discourses. Also through the course of Deuteronomy, Moses will discuss about one hundred laws, seventy of which are new. These are laws that the Israelites will need as they settle into their new home. Moses opens up with a review of the some of the tragedies of the last generation. He discusses the affair of the spies who came back for their mission with a very dire perspective. This meant that they could not fight the battles for the new land and win. But Moses then recounts the victories that this generation have had. They have valiantly and with their relationship with Hashem, were victorious over their enemies. Consider that Moses, like a sports coach, is inspiring the troops by acknowledging their past victories and motivating them to keep going. Parashat Devarim 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת דְּבָרִים 6 agosto 2022 / 9 Av 5782 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 https://tikkun.io/#/r/5-2-31 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 3 1: 2:31-34 · 4 p'sukim · 2: 2:35-37 · 3 p'sukim · 3: 3:1-3 · 3 p'sukim · 4: 3:4-7 · 4 p'sukim · 5: 3:8-11 · 4 p'sukim · 6: 3:12-14 · 3 p'sukim · 7: 3:15-22 · 8 p'sukim · maf: 3:20-22 · 3 p'sukim · Haftará: Isaías 1:1-27 · 27 p'sukim Comentario y Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Seminario Teológico Judío Soncino Chumash: págs. 746 - 749 Año Trienal 3 (Kriyah completo págs. 735 - 749) Artscroll Chumash: págs. 952 - 957 Año trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 938 - 957) Etz Chaim Chumash: págs. 994 - 998 Año Trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 980 - 998) Cuando comienza Deuteronomio, Moshe Rabbeinu ahora se dirige a las legiones que saldrán y tomarán la Tierra Prometida. A lo largo del curso de Deuteronomio, Moisés se dirigirá a la nueva generación con tres discursos. También a lo largo de Deuteronomio, Moisés discutirá unas cien leyes, setenta de las cuales son nuevas. Estas son leyes que los israelitas necesitarán cuando se establezcan en su nuevo hogar. Moisés comienza con una revisión de algunas de las tragedias de la última generación. Habla del asunto de los espías que regresaron para su misión con una perspectiva muy nefasta. Esto significaba que no podían pelear las batallas por la nueva tierra y ganar. Pero Moisés luego relata las victorias que ha tenido esta generación. Ellos valientemente y con su relación con Hashem, fueron victoriosos sobre sus enemigos. Considere que Moisés, como un entrenador deportivo, está inspirando a las tropas reconociendo sus victorias pasadas y motivándolos a seguir adelante. Shabbat Chazon 2022 / שַׁבָּת חֲזוֹן 5782 Shabbat before Tish’a B’Av (Shabbat of Prophecy/Shabbat of Vision) 🕍 Shabbat Chazon for Hebrew Year 5782 begins at sundown on Friday, 5 August 2022 and ends at nightfall on Saturday, 6 August 2022. 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). Shabat Jazon 2022 / שַׁבָּת חֲזוֹן 5782 Shabat antes de Tish’a B’Av (Shabat de Profecía/Shabat de Visión) 🕍 Shabat Chazon para el año hebreo 5782 comienza al atardecer del viernes 5 de agosto de 2022 y termina al anochecer del sábado 6 de agosto de 2022. Esto corresponde a Parashat Devarim. Shabbat Chazon ("Shabat [de] visión" שבת חזון) toma su nombre de la Haftarah 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, que precede inmediatamente a Yom Kippur).

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Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Rosh Chodesh Av occurs on Friday, Jul 29 Candle lighting: 7:35pm on Friday, Jul 29 This week's Torah portion is Parashat Matot-Masei Havdalah (50 min): 8:43pm on Saturday, Jul 30 Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times שבת פרשת מטות-מסעי July 29 - א׳ אב Candle lighting 7:35 Shabbat ends 8:35 72 minutes 9:06 Office Hours this week: Monday July 25, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Tuesday July 26, 2022 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday July 29, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) Monday August 1, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Tuesday August 2, 2022 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday August 5, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (July 30, 2022): "Parashat Mattot-Masei" 5782 https://youtu.be/jXH14NzeZxY Parashat Matot-Masei 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת מַּטּוֹת־מַסְעֵי 30 July 2022 / 2 Av 5782 (Diaspora) Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, July 26 at 7:30 pm PT Parashat Pinchas 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת פִּינְחָס 23 July 2022 / 24 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) 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 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-30-2 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] Triennial year 3 1: 33:50-34:15 · 22 p’sukim · 2: 34:16-29 · 14 p’sukim · 3: 35:1-8 · 8 p’sukim · 4: 35:9-15 · 7 p’sukim · 5: 35:16-29 · 14 p’sukim · 6: 35:30-34 · 5 p’sukim · 7: 36:1-13 · 13 p’sukim · maf: 36:10-13 · 4 p’sukim · Haftarah: Jeremiah 2:4-28, 3:4 · 26 p’sukim Alternate Haftarah: I Kings 9:2-9, 9:4-5a · 10 p’sukim Soncino Chumash: pp. 716 - 724 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 702 - 724) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 921 - 935 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 900 - 935) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 957 - 967 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 941 - 967) Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, July 28 @ 7:30pm Come join us for a lively discussion of various topics on Judaica. The current topic is Pirkei Avot. Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, July 29, 2022 @ 8:00 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, July 30, 2022 @ 10:00 am *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5782 is Triennial Year 3 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom and Facebook for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Replay of this past Shabbat Services (July 22 & 23, 2022) 7-22 22 Musical Erev Shabbat Pinchas https://youtu.be/uhYK8UjLGOE Sermon @ 52:05 "Fairness in Judaism 7-23-22 Shabbat Pinchas - Shabbat Mevarchim Chodesh Av https://youtu.be/3jbPyMtwKlk D'var Torah @ 1:12:37 Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario See you in the fall. First Session Sunday Second Session Sunday Hebrew school is on summer break 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. Adult Hebrew Reading Course Sunday, July 24 10:30 am – 11:30 am A new Hebrew Reading course from NJOP. Also, People have been asking for more practice in Hebrew Reading. We are planning a Hebrew reading course that will help you understand the prayers as well Temple Sholom of Ontario is proud to announce we are once again offering: Next session: Sunday July 31, 2022 @ 11:45am PT Twelth Module: Middle Ages Thirteenth Module: Love Miller Intro to Judaism Program **Due to increased interest, we are starting a new course that will be finished by Rosh Hashanah. The second session will begin immediately following the first. If you are interested in joining, please let us know. If you're thinking of converting to Judaism: Completion of the Intro Program fulfills the learning requirements for conversion of the Rabbinical Assembly of America. Once you finish the course requirements and secure a sponsoring rabbi, you are eligible to become officially part of the Jewish People. If you're already Jewish: Whether you were born Jewish but never quite learned what it’s all about, you’re back after a long hiatus, or you’re just looking for a deeper understanding of your heritage, most of us could use a bit of a refresher. Jews from all walks of life enroll in the program: from people who had a Jewish day school education to those whose strongest connection was the annual box of matza on the kitchen counter. More details to follow. Please let us know if you're interested. Application is attached below or reply with request for more information Tish’a B’Av 2022 / תִּשְׁעָה בְּאָב 5782 The Ninth of Av ✡️ Tish'a B'Av for Hebrew Year 5782 begins at sundown on Saturday, 6 August 2022 and ends at nightfall on Sunday, 7 August 2022. 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 Join us for Services @ 10:00am on Sunday, 7 August 2022 / 10 Av 5782 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 are updating our Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing. Please advise any changes. Thank you. (Names will no longer be published to respect people's privacy). *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. 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https://youtu.be/jXH14NzeZxY Parashat Matot-Masei 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת מַּטּוֹת־מַסְעֵי 30 July 2022 / 2 Av 5782 (Diaspora) 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 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-30-2 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] Triennial year 3 1: 33:50-34:15 · 22 p’sukim · 2: 34:16-29 · 14 p’sukim · 3: 35:1-8 · 8 p’sukim · 4: 35:9-15 · 7 p’sukim · 5: 35:16-29 · 14 p’sukim · 6: 35:30-34 · 5 p’sukim · 7: 36:1-13 · 13 p’sukim · maf: 36:10-13 · 4 p’sukim · Haftarah: Jeremiah 2:4-28, 3:4 · 26 p’sukim Alternate Haftarah: I Kings 9:2-9, 9:4-5a · 10 p’sukim Soncino Chumash: pp. 716 - 724 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 702 - 724) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 921 - 935 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 900 - 935) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 957 - 967 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 941 - 967) These last two parashats of Numbers are paired to bring the Torah readings in the diaspora in line with the Torah readings in Israel. The difference is due to 5782’s schedule of Passover. This year Passover started on Shabbat and since in the Diaspora we observe eight days of Passover, the next Shabbat was also a special Torah portion. In Israel where they only observe seven days, they continued the regular schedule of readings on the next Shabbat. That brought Diaspora readings a week behind Israel. To bring the two schedules in line, we double these two portions. This follows the schedule our sages developed many years ago that combines specific parashats in order to account for extra four weeks of leap years. Our Triennial Cycle starts with Hashem telling Moshe Rabbeinu to command the Israelite army (soldiers who were counted in the last portion) to conquer the Promised Land. They are to “dispossess” the Canaanite tribes and take their land. They are also to destroy their idols, making sure that conquering Israel would not get curious, let alone enticed, by their pagan practices, many of which nurtured the lust that these practices involved. Most of us today would decry such practices. There are those who would read this and be disdain at our ancestors’ brutality and seeming lack of humanity. How would we reconcile this with other mitzvot to “love our fellow as ourselves” and “honor the stranger, the widow and the orphan”? This is why we analyze Torah and don’t take its passages at face value. First of all, after this command, the Torah warns us “But if you do not dispossess the inhabitants of the land, those whom you allow to remain shall be stings in your eyes and thorns in your sides, and they shall harass you in the land in which you live”. Furthermore, not only did their lustful practices show complete disrespect and disregard for humanity, but they also practiced human sacrifice in attempt to appease inanimate forces of nature. Hashem’s plan was for Israel to be a beacon of humanity in an area that at that time was the center of the world so that all the other nations could see by example the way people should treat each other in a humane and respectful manner. Estas dos últimas parashats de Números están emparejadas para alinear las lecturas de la Torá en la diáspora con las lecturas de la Torá en Israel. La diferencia se debe al horario de Pascua de 5782. Este año, la Pascua comenzó en Shabat y dado que en la diáspora observamos ocho días de Pascua, el próximo Shabat también fue una porción especial de la Torá. En Israel, donde solo observan siete días, continuaron con el horario regular de lecturas en el siguiente Shabat. Eso trajo lecturas de la Diáspora una semana detrás de Israel. Para alinear los dos horarios, duplicamos estas dos porciones. Esto sigue el calendario que nuestros sabios desarrollaron hace muchos años y que combina parashats específicos para dar cuenta de las cuatro semanas adicionales de los años bisiestos. Nuestro Ciclo Trienal comienza con Hashem diciéndole a Moshe Rabbeinu que comande al ejército israelita (soldados que se contaron en la última parte) para conquistar la Tierra Prometida. Deben “desposeer” a las tribus cananeas y tomar su tierra. También deben destruir sus ídolos, asegurándose de que la conquista de Israel no se vuelva curiosa, y mucho menos seducida, por sus prácticas paganas, muchas de las cuales alimentan la lujuria que involucran estas prácticas. La mayoría de nosotros hoy en día condenaríamos tales prácticas. Hay quienes leerían esto y despreciarían la brutalidad y la aparente falta de humanidad de nuestros antepasados. ¿Cómo reconciliaríamos esto con otras mitzvot de “amar a nuestro prójimo como a nosotros mismos” y “honrar al extranjero, a la viuda y al huérfano”? Es por eso que analizamos la Torá y no tomamos sus pasajes al pie de la letra. En primer lugar, después de este mandato, la Torá nos advierte: “Pero si no despojáis a los habitantes de la tierra, aquellos a quienes dejéis quedar serán aguijones en vuestros ojos y espinas en vuestros costados, y os hostigarán en la tierra en que vives”. Además, sus prácticas lujuriosas no solo mostraban una total falta de respeto y desprecio por la humanidad, sino que también practicaban el sacrificio humano en un intento de apaciguar a las fuerzas inanimadas de la naturaleza. El plan de Hashem era que Israel fuera un faro de la humanidad en un área que en ese momento era el centro del mundo para que todas las demás naciones pudieran ver con el ejemplo la forma en que las personas deben tratarse entre sí de manera humana y respetuosa.

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Please note that only members associated with Temple Sholom of Ontario are receiving these links in this format Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Fast begins: 4:23am on Sunday, Jul 17 Tzom Tammuz occurs on Sunday, Jul 17 Fast ends: 8:36pm on Sunday, Jul 17 Candle lighting: 7:40pm on Friday, Jul 22 Shabbat Mevarchim Chodesh Av occurs on Saturday, Jul 23 This week's Torah portion is Parashat Pinchas Havdalah (50 min): 8:48pm on Saturday, Jul 23 Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times שבת פרשת פינחס July 22 - כ״ג תמוז Candle lighting 7:40 Shabbat ends 8:41 72 minutes 9:11 Office Hours this week: Monday July 18, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Tuesday July 19, 2022 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday July 22, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) Monday July 25, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Tuesday July 26, 2022 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday July 29, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (July 23, 2022): "Parashat Pinchas" 5782 Parashat Pinchas 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת פִּינְחָס 23 July 2022 / 24 Tamuz 5782(Diaspora) https://youtu.be/uNKYe6eubqk Parashat Pinchas 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת פִּינְחָס 23 July 2022 / 24 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Pinchas is the 41st weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 25:10-30:1 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-25-10 Pinchas opens with God’s promise of a “covenant of peace” for the zealot Pinchas, followed by a census. The daughters of Tzelofchad request and receive new laws regarding inheritance. God instructs Moses to prepare Joshua for leadership, and God describes sacrifices brought daily and on special occasions. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 28:16-25 · 10 p’sukim · 2: 28:26-31 · 6 p’sukim · 3: 29:1-6 · 6 p’sukim · 4: 29:7-11 · 5 p’sukim · 5: 29:12-16 · 5 p’sukim · 6: 29:17-28 · 12 p’sukim · 7: 29:29-30:1 · 12 p’sukim · maf: 29:35-30:1 · 6 p’sukim · Haftarah*: Jeremiah 1:1-2:3 · 22 p’sukim *Pinchas occurring after 17 Tammuz Commentary and Divrei Torah: Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 673 - 682 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 668 - 682) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 862 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 856 - 875) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 899 - 908 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 894 - 908) Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, July 19 at 7:30 pm PT Topic: Torah Study at 7:30PM Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85060357304?pwd=MDJVVjhaZ0RXMnczQ0JKYWtlalArdz09 Meeting ID: 850 6035 7304 Passcode: 890023 Parashat Pinchas 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת פִּינְחָס 23 July 2022 / 24 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Pinchas is the 41st weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 25:10-30:1 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-25-10 Pinchas opens with God’s promise of a “covenant of peace” for the zealot Pinchas, followed by a census. The daughters of Tzelofchad request and receive new laws regarding inheritance. God instructs Moses to prepare Joshua for leadership, and God describes sacrifices brought daily and on special occasions. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 28:16-25 · 10 p’sukim · 2: 28:26-31 · 6 p’sukim · 3: 29:1-6 · 6 p’sukim · 4: 29:7-11 · 5 p’sukim · 5: 29:12-16 · 5 p’sukim · 6: 29:17-28 · 12 p’sukim · 7: 29:29-30:1 · 12 p’sukim · maf: 29:35-30:1 · 6 p’sukim · Haftarah*: Jeremiah 1:1-2:3 · 22 p’sukim *Pinchas occurring after 17 Tammuz Commentary and Divrei Torah: Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 673 - 682 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 668 - 682) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 862 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 856 - 875) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 899 - 908 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 894 - 908) Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, July 21 @ 7:30pm Topic: Judaic Studies at 7:30PM Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86779228885?pwd=R2NQcStQQlF0RVl0QmtCMFhpZHRqdz09 Meeting ID: 867 7922 8885 Passcode: 284908 Come join us for a lively discussion of various topics on Judaica. The current topic is Pirkei Avot. Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, July 22, 2022 @ 8:00 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, July 23, 2022 @ 10:00 am Time: Friday night at 8 PM; Saturday at. 10 AM Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83798159851?pwd=SE1maytyenY5eU85ZWNmSHJveWVCZz09 Meeting ID: 837 9815 9851 Passcode: 070025 *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5782 is Triennial Year 3 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom and Facebook for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Replay of this past Shabbat Services (July 15 & 16, 2022) 2022 07 15 Erev Shabbat https://youtu.be/CjebwKEDYHY Sermon @ 1:07:35” “Succumbing to Temptation” 2022 07 16 Shabbat Balak https://youtu.be/04bBoLQKnLc D'var Torah @ 1:12:44 Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario See you in the fall. First Session Sunday Second Session Sunday Hebrew school is on summer break 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. Family Sunday School/Learning Day Sunday, July 24 10am – 12pm Temple Sholom of Ontario is planning a fun, education day on July 24 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at our synagogue. The program will include classes and activities for children and their parents. Rabbi Stephen (me) will be doing a special program for children over 11 and their parents. Two Sunday School teachers will be offering programs for children ages four to eleven to learn prayers, Bible stories, art, and a time for constructive play with other children. At approximately 11:30 am everyone will join together to enjoy a bagel brunch. Please join us all for this special day. Any questions, contact me or Zoe Siegel at 909-985-7106. Adult Hebrew Reading Course Sunday, July 24 10:30 am – 11:30 am A new Hebrew Reading course from NJOP. Also, People have been asking for more practice in Hebrew Reading. We are planning a Hebrew reading course that will help you understand the prayers as well Temple Sholom of Ontario is proud to announce we are once again offering: Next session: Sunday July 24, 2022 @ 11:45am PT Tenth Module: High Holy Days Eleventh Module: Kashrut/Kosher Miller Intro to Judaism Program **Due to increased interest, we are starting a new course that will be finished by Rosh Hashanah. The second session will begin immediately following the first. If you are interested in joining, please let us know. If you're thinking of converting to Judaism: Completion of the Intro Program fulfills the learning requirements for conversion of the Rabbinical Assembly of America. Once you finish the course requirements and secure a sponsoring rabbi, you are eligible to become officially part of the Jewish People. If you're already Jewish: Whether you were born Jewish but never quite learned what it’s all about, you’re back after a long hiatus, or you’re just looking for a deeper understanding of your heritage, most of us could use a bit of a refresher. Jews from all walks of life enroll in the program: from people who had a Jewish day school education to those whose strongest connection was the annual box of matza on the kitchen counter. More details to follow. Please let us know if you're interested. Application is attached below or reply with request for more information Tish’a B’Av 2022 / תִּשְׁעָה בְּאָב 5782 The Ninth of Av ✡️ Tish'a B'Av for Hebrew Year 5782 begins at sundown on Saturday, 6 August 2022 and ends at nightfall on Sunday, 7 August 2022. 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 Join us for Services @ 10:00am on Sunday, 7 August 2022 / 10 Av 5782 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 For this week's Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing, please advise any changes **If you have any changes to names on the list, please let us know so we can update. Thank you. (Names will no longer be published to respect people's privacy). *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/uNKYe6eubqk Parashat Pinchas 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת פִּינְחָס 23 July 2022 / 24 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Pinchas is the 41st weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 25:10-30:1 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-25-10 Pinchas opens with God’s promise of a “covenant of peace” for the zealot Pinchas, followed by a census. The daughters of Tzelofchad request and receive new laws regarding inheritance. God instructs Moses to prepare Joshua for leadership, and God describes sacrifices brought daily and on special occasions. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 28:16-25 · 10 p’sukim · 2: 28:26-31 · 6 p’sukim · 3: 29:1-6 · 6 p’sukim · 4: 29:7-11 · 5 p’sukim · 5: 29:12-16 · 5 p’sukim · 6: 29:17-28 · 12 p’sukim · 7: 29:29-30:1 · 12 p’sukim · maf: 29:35-30:1 · 6 p’sukim · Haftarah*: Jeremiah 1:1-2:3 · 22 p’sukim *Pinchas occurring after 17 Tammuz Commentary and Divrei Torah: Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 673 - 682 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 668 - 682) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 862 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 856 - 875) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 899 - 908 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 894 - 908) In our Triennial Cycle, we focus on the offerings in the Temple. This part of the parashat describes the daily offerings of the morning and late afternoon (dusk) services. It then proceeds through the additional/special offerings for Shabbat and Rosh Hodesh. We then have the descriptions of the offerings for the holidays and festivals. These comprise, respectively, the maftir readings of those holy days at their appointed time. These would be Passover, Shavuot, Rosh Hashannah, Yom Kippur and Succot and Shemini Atzeret. These are also the times, then, when the holy day coincides with Shabbat, that we take out and read from a second scroll. (There are a few times during the year when we take out a third scroll, but these are for either a special Shabbat or when the Shabbat of Hanukkah coincides with the new month). The sages have said that when we read this portion it is as if we ourselves are participating in the actual offering even though no Temple stands today. In some traditional prayer books, the daily offerings are part of the first part of the service, the Morning Blessings, and of course, these passages are included in the maftirs of the respective days. Soncino Chumash: págs. 673 - 682 Año Trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 668 - 682) Artscroll Chumash: págs. 862 - 875 Año trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 856 - 875) Etz Chaim Chumash: págs. 899 - 908 Año trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 894 - 908) En nuestro Ciclo Trienal, nos enfocamos en las ofrendas en el Templo. Esta parte de la parashat describe las ofrendas diarias de los servicios de la mañana y de la tarde (atardecer). Luego procede a través de las ofrendas adicionales/especiales para Shabat y Rosh Jodesh. Luego tenemos las descripciones de las ofrendas para las festividades y festivales. Estos comprenden, respectivamente, las lecturas maftir de esos días santos en su momento señalado. Estos serían Pesaj, Shavuot, Rosh Hashannah, Yom Kippur y Sucot y Shemini Atzeret. Estos son también los tiempos, entonces, cuando el día santo coincide con Shabat, que sacamos y leemos de un segundo rollo. (Hay algunos momentos durante el año en que sacamos un tercer rollo, pero estos son para un Shabat especial o cuando el Shabat de Hanukkah coincide con el nuevo mes) Los sabios han dicho que cuando leemos esta porción es como si nosotros mismos estuviéramos participando en la ofrenda real a pesar de que no hay ningún Templo en pie hoy. En algunos libros de oraciones tradicionales, las ofrendas diarias forman parte de la primera parte del servicio, las Bendiciones Matutinas, y por supuesto, estos pasajes se incluyen en los maftirs de los respectivos días.

https://youtu.be/ReBFMvEs-PM Parashat Balak 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת בָּלָק 16 July 2022 / 17 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Balak is the 40th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 22:2-25:9 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-22-2 Balak tells the story of the Moabite king Balak, who hires Balaam to curse the Israelites. Balaam’s donkey speaks along the way, and Balaam ends up blessing the Israelites. The portion ends with a story about Israelite men sinning with Moabite women and the stabbing of an Israelite and a Midianite. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 22:39-23:5 · 8 p’sukim · 2: 23:6-12 · 7 p’sukim · 3: 23:13-26 · 14 p’sukim · 4: 23:27-30 · 4 p’sukim · 5: 24:1-13 · 13 p’sukim · 6: 24:14-25 · 12 p’sukim · 7: 25:1-9 · 9 p’sukim · maf: 25:7-9 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Micah 5:6-6:8 · 17 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 673 - 682 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 668 - 682) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 862 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 856 - 875) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 899 - 908 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 894 - 908) Balak, the Moabite king, sees the Israelites as a victorious army, conquering any enemy that challenges it. He hires Balaam, a wizard (or prophet, depending on who’s commentary you prefer) to curse the Israelites. Balak believes that this will help him keep Israel at bey. Hashem, however, intervenes. Hashem tells Balaam that he will only say what Hashem directs him to say. Each blessing is progressively more auspicious than the one before. First, Israel is a people set apart from the rest of the world. Second, Hashem protects Israel as His people. Finally, we have the blessing that is so beautiful, we say it each time we walk into the synagogue: “How goodly are your dwellings, O Jacob, your sanctuaries, O Israel”. Balak’s efforts are for naught. He hired Balaam to curse; instead, he could only bless. The irony of this is that when the curses failed, the Moabites came up with another plan. They sent their daughters to entice the Israelite men into the debauchery that accompanied their pagan worship. As we are told in the third paragraph of the Shema not to follow our hearts or eyes, but follow the commandments, some of the men succumbed to the temptation. Phinehas, Aaron’s grandson, executed the offenders. Whereas the prophecy and wizardry of Balaam couldn’t defeat Israel, lust did. A lesson for us about physical temptation. Balac, el rey moabita, ve a los israelitas como un ejército victorioso, venciendo a cualquier enemigo que lo desafíe. Contrata a Balaam, un mago (o profeta, según el comentario que prefieras) para maldecir a los israelitas. Balak cree que esto lo ayudará a mantener a Israel a raya. Hashem, sin embargo, interviene. Hashem le dice a Balaam que solo dirá lo que Hashem le indique que diga. Cada bendición es progresivamente más auspiciosa que la anterior. Primero, Israel es un pueblo apartado del resto del mundo. Segundo, Hashem protege a Israel como Su pueblo. Finalmente, tenemos la bendición que es tan hermosa, la decimos cada vez que entramos en la sinagoga: “Cuán hermosas son tus moradas, oh Jacob, tus santuarios, oh Israel”. Los esfuerzos de Balak son en vano. Contrató a Balaam para maldecir; en cambio, solo podía bendecir. La ironía de esto es que cuando las maldiciones fallaron, los moabitas idearon otro plan. Enviaron a sus hijas para atraer a los hombres israelitas al libertinaje que acompañaba su adoración pagana. Como se nos dice en el tercer párrafo del Shemá que no sigamos nuestros corazones ni nuestros ojos, sino que sigamos los mandamientos, algunos de los hombres sucumbieron a la tentación. Finees, el nieto de Aarón, ejecutó a los ofensores. Mientras que la profecía y la hechicería de Balaam no pudieron derrotar a Israel, la lujuria sí lo hizo. Una lección para nosotros acerca de la tentación física.

-Candle Lighting Times for Shabbat (Ontario, CA) -Office Hours -This week's 10-Minute Torah -Adult Torah Study -Sofer on Site -Judaic Studies -This week's Upcoming Shabbat services & replay of last week's services -Hebrew School -Family Learning Day -Miller Course -Adult Hebrew Reading Course *Our Synagogue secretary, Bonnie Brown, has had back surgery and is recovering. Please be patient with us as we work to cover the synagogue office. Thank you for your consideration. **For your convenience and information, Zoom links to events are provided in their respective notices. Please note that only members associated with Temple Sholom of Ontario are receiving these links in this format Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Candle lighting: 7:44pm on Friday, Jul 15 This week's Torah portion is Parashat Balak Havdalah (50 min): 8:52pm on Saturday, Jul 16 Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times שבת פרשת בלק July 15 - ט״ז תמוז Candle lighting 7:44 Shabbat ends 8:45 72 minutes 9:15 Office Hours this week: Monday July 11, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Thursday July 14, 2022 1:30pm - 7:30pm (Board Meeting @ 7:30pm) Friday July 15, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) Monday July 18, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Tuesday July 19, 2022 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday July 22, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (July 16, 2022): "Parashat Balak" 5782 Parashat Balak 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת בָּלָק 16 July 2022 / 17 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) https://youtu.be/ReBFMvEs-PM Parashat Balak is the 40th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 22:2-25:9 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-22-2 Balak tells the story of the Moabite king Balak, who hires Balaam to curse the Israelites. Balaam’s donkey speaks along the way, and Balaam ends up blessing the Israelites. The portion ends with a story about Israelite men sinning with Moabite women and the stabbing of an Israelite and a Midianite. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 22:39-23:5 · 8 p’sukim · 2: 23:6-12 · 7 p’sukim · 3: 23:13-26 · 14 p’sukim · 4: 23:27-30 · 4 p’sukim · 5: 24:1-13 · 13 p’sukim · 6: 24:14-25 · 12 p’sukim · 7: 25:1-9 · 9 p’sukim · maf: 25:7-9 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Micah 5:6-6:8 · 17 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 673 - 682 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 668 - 682) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 862 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 856 - 875) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 899 - 908 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 894 - 908) Sofer on Site On Monday, July 4th, Rabbi Druin from Sofer on Site came to check our Torah. This is something that has to be done from time to time to make sure our scroll is Kosher. Thank you to all who joined us. And here's the fastest Torah roller in the west! https://youtu.be/9S6nfNOrNk8 Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, July 11 at 7:30 pm PT Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89850756759?pwd=dEFBVTRlVXhVdEV5WDdrNnpHODV4Zz09 Meeting ID: 898 5075 6759 Passcode: 152859 Parashat Balak 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת בָּלָק 16 July 2022 / 17 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Balak is the 40th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 22:2-25:9 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-22-2 Balak tells the story of the Moabite king Balak, who hires Balaam to curse the Israelites. Balaam’s donkey speaks along the way, and Balaam ends up blessing the Israelites. The portion ends with a story about Israelite men sinning with Moabite women and the stabbing of an Israelite and a Midianite. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 22:39-23:5 · 8 p’sukim · 2: 23:6-12 · 7 p’sukim · 3: 23:13-26 · 14 p’sukim · 4: 23:27-30 · 4 p’sukim · 5: 24:1-13 · 13 p’sukim · 6: 24:14-25 · 12 p’sukim · 7: 25:1-9 · 9 p’sukim · maf: 25:7-9 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Micah 5:6-6:8 · 17 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 673 - 682 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 668 - 682) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 862 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 856 - 875) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 899 - 908 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 894 - 908) Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, July 21 @ 7:30pm (Judaic Studies will be preempted this week due to the monthly Board Meeting) Come join us for a lively discussion of various topics on Judaica. The current topic is Pirkei Avot. Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, July 15, 2022 @ 8:00 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, July 16, 2022 @ 10:00 am Back to regular time Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81980342997?pwd=c1Y0UFg3bHo0TElkVUhvVjg2ZG9lUT09 Meeting ID: 819 8034 2997 Passcode: 767848 *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5782 is Triennial Year 3 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom and Facebook for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Replay of this past Shabbat services (July 8 & 9, 2022): 2022 07 08 Erev Shabbat Chukkas https://youtu.be/m5FGA7lfc20 Sermon @ 1:03:10 "Greed is Good?" 2022 07 09 Shabbat Chukkas https://youtu.be/BSq3f7JaWmg D'var Torah @ 1:11:45 Links for this past Shabbat services are posted. Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario See you in the fall. First Session Sunday Second Session Sunday Hebrew school is on summer break 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. Family Sunday School/Learning Day Sunday, July 24 10am – 12pm Temple Sholom of Ontario is planning a fun, education day on July 24 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at our synagogue. The program will include classes and activities for children and their parents. Rabbi Stephen (me) will be doing a special program for children over 11 and their parents. Two Sunday School teachers will be offering programs for children ages four to eleven to learn prayers, Bible stories, art, and a time for constructive play with other children. At approximately 11:30 am everyone will join together to enjoy a bagel brunch. Please join us all for this special day. Any questions, contact me or Zoe Siegel at 909-985-7106. Adult Hebrew Reading Course Sunday, July 17 10:30 am – 11:30 am A new Hebrew Reading course from NJOP. Also, People have been asking for more practice in Hebrew Reading. We are planning a Hebrew reading course that will help you understand the prayers as well Temple Sholom of Ontario is proud to announce we are once again offering: Next session: Sunday July 17, 2022 @ 11:45am PT Eighth Module: G-d Ninth Module: Talmud/Rabbinic Judaism Miller Intro to Judaism Program **Due to increased interest, we are starting a new course that will run concurrent with the present course. We will be finished by Rosh Hashanah. The second session will begin immediately following the first. If you are interested in joining, please let us know. If you're thinking of converting to Judaism: Completion of the Intro Program fulfills the learning requirements for conversion of the Rabbinical Assembly of America. Once you finish the course requirements and secure a sponsoring rabbi, you are eligible to become officially part of the Jewish People. If you're already Jewish: Whether you were born Jewish but never quite learned what it’s all about, you’re back after a long hiatus, or you’re just looking for a deeper understanding of your heritage, most of us could use a bit of a refresher. Jews from all walks of life enroll in the program: from people who had a Jewish day school education to those whose strongest connection was the annual box of matza on the kitchen counter. More details to follow. Please let us know if you're interested. Application is attached below or reply with request for more information For this week's Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing, please advise any changes **If you have any changes to names on the list, please let us know so we can update. Thank you. (Names will no longer be published to respect people's privacy). *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.

-Candle Lighting Times for Shabbat (Ontario, CA) -Office Hours -This week's 10-Minute Torah -Happy 4th of July -Adult Torah Study -Sofer on Site -Judaic Studies -This week's Upcoming Shabbat services & replay of last week's services -Hebrew School -Family Learning Day -Miller Course -Continuing Hebrew Reading Course: Prayers *Our Synagogue secretary, Bonnie Brown, has had back surgery and is recovering. Please be patient with us as we work to cover the synagogue office. Thank you for your consideration. **For your convenience and information, Zoom links to events are provided in their respective notices. Please note that only members associated with Temple Sholom of Ontario are receiving these links in this format Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Candle lighting: 7:46pm on Friday, Jul 8 This week's Torah portion is Parashat Chukat Havdalah (50 min): 8:55pm on Saturday, Jul 9 Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times שבת פרשת חקת July 8 - ט׳ תמוז Candle lighting 7:46 Shabbat ends 8:48 72 minutes 9:17 Office Hours this week: Monday July 4, 2022 Office Closed Happy 4th of July (Sofer on Site @ 12:00pm in the sanctuary) Tuesday July 5, 2022 8:30am - 1:30pm Thursday July 7, 2022 10:00 am - 1:30pm (?) Friday July 8, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) Monday June 11, 2022 9:45am - 1:45pm Tuesday June 12, 2022 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday July 15, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (July 9, 2022): "Parashat Hukat" 5782 Parashat Chukat 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת חֻקַּת 9 July 2022 / 10 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Chukat is the 39th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 19:1-22:1 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-19-1 Chukat (“Law Of”) opens by describing the process of burning the red heifer and using its ashes for purification. It also tells the stories of the deaths of Miriam and Aaron, Moses’ striking of a rock to bring forth water, a plague of venomous snakes, and battles against the Emorite kings Sihon and Og. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 20:22-21:3 · 11 p’sukim · 2: 21:4-10 · 7 p’sukim · 3: 21:11-16 · 6 p’sukim · 4: 21:17-20 · 4 p’sukim · 5: 21:21-25 · 5 p’sukim · 6: 21:25-33 · 9 p’sukim · 7: 21:34-22:1 · 3 p’sukim · maf: 21:34-22:1 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Judges 11:1-33 · 33 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 658 - 664 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 652 - 664) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 846 - 855 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 838 - 855) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 887 - 893 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 880 - 893) Happy Fourth of July Monday, July 4 Independence Day 2022 in United States The Fourth of July—also known as Independence Day or July 4th—has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and two days later delegates from the 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence, a historic document drafted by Thomas Jefferson. From 1776 to the present day, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence, with festivities ranging from fireworks, parades and concerts to more casual family gatherings and barbecues. The Fourth of July 2022 is on Monday, July 4, 2022. Sofer on Site Monday, July 4, 12:00 pm On July 4th, Rabbi Druin from Sofer on Site will be coming to check out Torah. This is something that has to be done from time to time to make sure our scroll is Kosher. That involves checking each and every letter to make sure it’s readable and no letters are smudged or can be confused as something it’s not. Many congregants like to watch this awe-inspiring event that is the crux of our heritage. Please feel free to join us. Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, July 11 at 7:30 pm PT (Torah Study 7/4 preempted by 4th of July Holiday) Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89850756759?pwd=dEFBVTRlVXhVdEV5WDdrNnpHODV4Zz09 Meeting ID: 898 5075 6759 Passcode: 152859 Parashat Balak 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת בָּלָק 16 July 2022 / 17 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Balak is the 40th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 22:2-25:9 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-22-2 Balak tells the story of the Moabite king Balak, who hires Balaam to curse the Israelites. Balaam’s donkey speaks along the way, and Balaam ends up blessing the Israelites. The portion ends with a story about Israelite men sinning with Moabite women and the stabbing of an Israelite and a Midianite. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 22:39-23:5 · 8 p’sukim · 2: 23:6-12 · 7 p’sukim · 3: 23:13-26 · 14 p’sukim · 4: 23:27-30 · 4 p’sukim · 5: 24:1-13 · 13 p’sukim · 6: 24:14-25 · 12 p’sukim · 7: 25:1-9 · 9 p’sukim · maf: 25:7-9 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Micah 5:6-6:8 · 17 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 673 - 682 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 668 - 682) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 862 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 856 - 875) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 899 - 908 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 894 - 908) Judaic Studies Next session: Thursday, July 7 @ 7:30pm Come join us for a lively discussion of various topics on Judaica. Topic will be Pirkei Avot. Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, July 8, 2022 @ 7:30 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, July 9, 2022 @ 9:30 am Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81980342997?pwd=c1Y0UFg3bHo0TElkVUhvVjg2ZG9lUT09 Meeting ID: 819 8034 2997 Passcode: 767848 *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5782 is Triennial Year 3 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom and Facebook for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Replay of this past Shabbat services (July 1 & 2, 2022): 7-1-22 Erev Shabbat Korach https://youtu.be/54Z3GKN6urw Sermon @ 45:40: "Loving Your Enemies" 7-2-22 Shabbat Korach service https://youtu.be/W7ixnSzDKfk D'var Torah @ 1:10:35 Links for this past Shabbat services are posted. Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario See you in the fall. First Session Sunday Second Session Sunday Hebrew school is on summer break 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. Family Sunday School/Learning Day Sunday, July 24 10am – 12pm Temple Sholom of Ontario is planning a fun, education day on July 24 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm at our synagogue. The program will include classes and activities for children and their parents. Rabbi Stephen (me) will be doing a special program for children over 11 and their parents. Two Sunday School teachers will be offering programs for children ages four to eleven to learn prayers, Bible stories, art, and a time for constructive play with other children. At approximately 11:30 am everyone will join together to enjoy a bagel brunch. Please join us all for this special day. Any questions, contact me or Zoe Siegel at 909-985-7106. Temple Sholom of Ontario is proud to announce we are once again offering: Next session: Sunday July 10, 2022 @ 11:45am PT Sixth Module: Prayer Seventh Module: Pesach/Passover Miller Intro to Judaism Program **Due to increased interest, we are starting a new course that will run concurrent with the present course. We will be finished by Rosh Hashanah. The second session will begin immediately following the first. If you are interested in joining, please let us know. If you're thinking of converting to Judaism: Completion of the Intro Program fulfills the learning requirements for conversion of the Rabbinical Assembly of America. Once you finish the course requirements and secure a sponsoring rabbi, you are eligible to become officially part of the Jewish People. If you're already Jewish: Whether you were born Jewish but never quite learned what it’s all about, you’re back after a long hiatus, or you’re just looking for a deeper understanding of your heritage, most of us could use a bit of a refresher. Jews from all walks of life enroll in the program: from people who had a Jewish day school education to those whose strongest connection was the annual box of matza on the kitchen counter. More details to follow. Please let us know if you're interested. Application is attached below or reply with request for more information Adult Hebrew Reading Course Starting Sunday, July 10 10:30 am – 11:30 am A new Hebrew Reading course from NJOP. Also, People have been asking for more practice in Hebrew Reading. We are planning a Hebrew reading course that will help you understand the prayers as well For this week's Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing, please advise any changes **If you have any changes to names on the list, please let us know so we can update. Thank you. (Names will no longer be published to respect people's privacy). *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/xEFC5_owaT4 Parashat Chukat 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת חֻקַּת 9 July 2022 / 10 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Chukat is the 39th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 19:1-22:1 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-19-1 Chukat (“Law Of”) opens by describing the process of burning the red heifer and using its ashes for purification. It also tells the stories of the deaths of Miriam and Aaron, Moses’ striking of a rock to bring forth water, a plague of venomous snakes, and battles against the Emorite kings Sihon and Og. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 20:22-21:3 · 11 p’sukim · 2: 21:4-10 · 7 p’sukim · 3: 21:11-16 · 6 p’sukim · 4: 21:17-20 · 4 p’sukim · 5: 21:21-25 · 5 p’sukim · 6: 21:25-33 · 9 p’sukim · 7: 21:34-22:1 · 3 p’sukim · maf: 21:34-22:1 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: Judges 11:1-33 · 33 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 658 - 664 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 652 - 664) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 846 - 855 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 838 - 855) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 887 - 893 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 880 - 893) It would seem like all the complaining and stress from becoming free has taken its toll on everyone. Israel has shown that they can not rise to the challenge of taking the Promised Land. Hashem has assured them that they will be successful and it would seem all they would have had to do was just make the effort. Unfortunately, they didn’t even have that faith even after what Hashem had done for them previously. It would now seem that even Moses and Aaron were succumbing to the pressure of caring for Israel. Aaron is told prepare for his demise and that it would be his older son, Eleazar who would take his place as the High Priest of Israel. This is because of the Golden Calf and the gossiping. Moses as well is now doomed to die in the wilderness without experiencing the land of milk and honey. The people are thirsty, and Moses does not follow Hashem’s directions to bring forth water. The price of not sanctifying Hashem, the same words used to explain why Nadab and Abihu, Aaron’s sons, were struck down for offering the wrong incense at the wrong time in the wrong place. Even someone as great as Moses can succumb to his human frailties. Having said that, we all have the benefit of hindsight. How would we all have behaved had we been there in the wilderness 3200 years ago? Would we have trusted in Hashem? Do we do so now in times of trouble? Consider…. Parecería que todas las quejas y el estrés de liberarse han pasado factura a todos. Israel ha demostrado que no puede estar a la altura del desafío de tomar la Tierra Prometida. Hashem les ha asegurado que tendrán éxito y parecería que todo lo que habrían tenido que hacer sería hacer el esfuerzo. Desafortunadamente, ni siquiera tenían esa fe incluso después de lo que Hashem había hecho por ellos anteriormente. Ahora parecería que incluso Moisés y Aarón estaban sucumbiendo a la presión de cuidar a Israel. Se le dice a Aarón que se prepare para su muerte y que sería su hijo mayor, Eleazar, quien tomaría su lugar como Sumo Sacerdote de Israel. Esto se debe al becerro de oro y los chismes. Moisés también está ahora condenado a morir en el desierto sin experimentar la tierra de leche y miel. El pueblo tiene sed y Moisés no sigue las instrucciones de Hashem de sacar agua. El precio de no santificar a Hashem, las mismas palabras usadas para explicar por qué Nadab y Abiú, los hijos de Aarón, fueron abatidos por ofrecer el incienso equivocado en el momento equivocado en el lugar equivocado. Incluso alguien tan grande como Moisés puede sucumbir a sus debilidades humanas. Habiendo dicho eso, todos tenemos el beneficio de la retrospectiva. ¿Cómo nos hubiéramos comportado todos si hubiéramos estado allí en el desierto hace 3200 años? ¿Habríamos confiado en Hashem? ¿Lo hacemos ahora en tiempos de angustia? Considerar….

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-Candle Lighting Times for Shabbat (Ontario, CA) -Office Hours -This week's 10-Minute Torah -Adult Torah Study -Rosh Hodesh Tammuz -Judaic Studies -This week's Upcoming Shabbat services & replay of last week's services -Hebrew School -Family Learning Day -Miller Course -Happy 4th of July -Sofer on Site -Continuing Hebrew Reading Course: Prayers *Our Synagogue secretary, Bonnie Brown, has had back surgery and is recovering at Casa Colina. Please be patient with us as we work to cover the synagogue office. Thank you for your consideration. **For your convenience and information, Zoom links to events are provided in their respective notices. Please note that only members associated with Temple Sholom of Ontario are receiving these links in this format Shabbat Times for Ontario, California, USA Rosh Chodesh Tamuz occurs on Wednesday, Jun 29 Rosh Chodesh Tamuz occurs on Thursday, Jun 30 Candle lighting: 7:48pm on Friday, Jul 1 This week's Torah portion is Parashat Korach Havdalah (50 min): 8:56pm on Saturday, Jul 2 Powered by Hebcal Shabbat Times Office Hours this week: Monday June 27, 2022 8:45am - 1:45pm Thursday June 30, 2022 9:30am - 1:30pm Friday July 1, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) Monday July 4, 2022 Office Closed Happy 4th of July Tuesday July 5, 2022 9:30am - 1:30pm Thursday July 7, 2022 10:00 am - 1:30pm (?) Friday July 8, 2022 2:00pm - 8:00pm (Friday Night Shabbat Ma'ariv @ 8:00pm) (Subject to change. Please call for appointments) This week's 10-Minute Torah (July 2, 2022): "Parashat Korah" 5782 https://youtu.be/wbX4tx2Pmc4 Parashat Korach 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת קוֹרַח 2 July 2022 / 3 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Korach is the 38th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 16:1-18:32 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-16-1 Parashat Korach recounts the rebellion of Korach (a cousin of Moses and Aaron), Dathan, Abiram, and 250 of their followers. Some rebels are swallowed by the ground, while others are consumed by a fire from God and others die in a plague. The portion ends by describing gifts given to priests and Levites. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 17:25-18:7 · 11 p’sukim · 2: 18:8-10 · 3 p’sukim · 3: 18:11-13 · 3 p’sukim · 4: 18:14-20 · 7 p’sukim · 5: 18:21-24 · 4 p’sukim · 6: 18:25-29 · 5 p’sukim · 7: 18:30-32 · 3 p’sukim · maf: 18:30-32 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: I Samuel 11:14-12:22 · 24 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah: Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 645 - 648 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 638 - 648) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 830 - 837 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 820 - 837) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 868 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 860 - 875) Adult Torah Study Class Next Session: Monday, June 27 at 7:30 pm PT Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89850756759?pwd=dEFBVTRlVXhVdEV5WDdrNnpHODV4Zz09 Meeting ID: 898 5075 6759 Passcode: 152859 Parashat Korach 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת קוֹרַח 2 July 2022 / 3 Tamuz 5782(Diaspora) Parashat Korach is the 38th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 16:1-18:32 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-16-1 Parashat Korach recounts the rebellion of Korach (a cousin of Moses and Aaron), Dathan, Abiram, and 250 of their followers. Some rebels are swallowed by the ground, while others are consumed by a fire from God and others die in a plague. The portion ends by describing gifts given to priests and Levites. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 17:25-18:7 · 11 p’sukim · 2: 18:8-10 · 3 p’sukim · 3: 18:11-13 · 3 p’sukim · 4: 18:14-20 · 7 p’sukim · 5: 18:21-24 · 4 p’sukim · 6: 18:25-29 · 5 p’sukim · 7: 18:30-32 · 3 p’sukim · maf: 18:30-32 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: I Samuel 11:14-12:22 · 24 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah: Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 645 - 648 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 638 - 648) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 830 - 837 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 820 - 837) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 868 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 860 - 875) Rosh Chodesh Tamuz 2022 / רֹאשׁ חוֹדֶשׁ תָּמוּז 5782 Start of month of Tamuz on the Hebrew calendar 🌒 Rosh Chodesh Tamuz for Hebrew Year 5782 begins at sundown on Tuesday, 28 June 2022 and ends at nightfall on Thursday, 30 June 2022. Start of month of Tamuz on the Hebrew calendar. תַּמּוּז (transliterated Tamuz or Tammuz) is the 4th month of the Hebrew year, has 29 days, and corresponds to June or July 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, June 30 @ 7:30pm Come join us for a lively discussion of various topics on Judaica. Topic will be Pirkei Avot. Upcoming Services Shabbat Ma'ariv Service Friday, July 1, 2022 @ 7:30 pm Shabbat Shachrit Service Saturday, July 2, 2022 @ 9:30 am Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85417239392?pwd=aDFsL092WVR1bnhydUx5U2phSGhpdz09 Meeting ID: 854 1723 9392 Passcode: 068924 *Note that we are now doing the Triennial reading for our Shabbat Torah services. 5782 is Triennial Year 3 **We are holding live Shabbat services back in the synagogue, pandemic protocols per state mandates apply. We will still continue to broadcast on Zoom and Facebook for those unable to come to the sanctuary. Please call the office for more information if you'd like to attend. Schedule of services attached Replay of this past Shabbat services (June 24 & 25, 2022): 24 June 22 Shabbat Ma'ariv Services Sermon @ 25 June 22 Shabbat Shacharit services D'var Torah @ 1: Links for this past Shabbat services will be posted soon. Please check back. Hebrew School at Temple Sholom of Ontario See you in the fall. Children's Reading Class Sunday First Session Sunday Second Session Sunday Hebrew school is on summer break 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. Meanwhile, Please join us in person at the synagogue on: Sunday, July, 2022 (Specific date to be announced) for Family Learning Day! We will have age-appropriate sessions for kids and parents and adults. Music too! **This is a work-in-progress based on the status of the pandemic and as currently planned. We will alter the format and schedule based on updated information. We have added a special Hebrew reading crash course for those students not adept in reading Hebrew. It will be from 9:20am to 9:50 am before the regular sessions. 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. RSVP for Zoom links. Temple Sholom of Ontario is proud to announce we are once again offering: Next session: Sunday July 3, 2022 @ 11:45am PT Fourth Module: Holidays Fifth Module: Shabbat Miller Intro to Judaism Program **Due to increased interest, we are starting a new course that will run concurrent with the present course. We will be finished by Rosh Hashanah. The second session will begin immediately following the first. If you are interested in joining, please let us know. If you're thinking of converting to Judaism: Completion of the Intro Program fulfills the learning requirements for conversion of the Rabbinical Assembly of America. Once you finish the course requirements and secure a sponsoring rabbi, you are eligible to become officially part of the Jewish People. If you're already Jewish: Whether you were born Jewish but never quite learned what it’s all about, you’re back after a long hiatus, or you’re just looking for a deeper understanding of your heritage, most of us could use a bit of a refresher. Jews from all walks of life enroll in the program: from people who had a Jewish day school education to those whose strongest connection was the annual box of matza on the kitchen counter. More details to follow. Please let us know if you're interested. Application is attached below or reply with request for more information Happy Fourth of July Monday, July 4 Independence Day 2022 in United States The Fourth of July—also known as Independence Day or July 4th—has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and two days later delegates from the 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence, a historic document drafted by Thomas Jefferson. From 1776 to the present day, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence, with festivities ranging from fireworks, parades and concerts to more casual family gatherings and barbecues. The Fourth of July 2022 is on Monday, July 4, 2022. Sofer on Site July 4. Time to be announced On July 4th, Rabbi Druin from Sofer on Site will be coming to check out Torah. This is something that has to be done from time to time to make sure our scroll is Kosher. That involves checking each and every letter to make sure it’s readable and no letters are smudged or can be confused as something it’s not. Many congregants like to watch this awe-inspiring event that is the crux of our heritage. Please feel free to join us. The exact time will be forthcoming. Adult Hebrew Reading Course Starting Sunday, July 10 10:30 am – 11:30 am A new Hebrew Reading course from NJOP. Also, People have been asking for more practice in Hebrew Reading. We are planning a Hebrew reading course that will help you understand the prayers as well For this week's Mi Sheberach מי שברך list for those in need of healing, please advise any changes **If you have any changes to names on the list, please let us know so we can update. Thank you. (Names will no longer be published to respect people's privacy). *The titles in blue and underlined are "hyperlinks". 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https://youtu.be/wbX4tx2Pmc4 Parashat Korach 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת קוֹרַח 2 July 2022 / 3 Tamuz 5782 (Diaspora) Parashat Korach is the 38th weekly Torah portion in the annual Jewish cycle of Torah reading. Torah Portion: Numbers 16:1-18:32 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-16-1 Parashat Korach recounts the rebellion of Korach (a cousin of Moses and Aaron), Dathan, Abiram, and 250 of their followers. Some rebels are swallowed by the ground, while others are consumed by a fire from God and others die in a plague. The portion ends by describing gifts given to priests and Levites. [1] Triennial year 3 1: 17:25-18:7 · 11 p’sukim · 2: 18:8-10 · 3 p’sukim · 3: 18:11-13 · 3 p’sukim · 4: 18:14-20 · 7 p’sukim · 5: 18:21-24 · 4 p’sukim · 6: 18:25-29 · 5 p’sukim · 7: 18:30-32 · 3 p’sukim · maf: 18:30-32 · 3 p’sukim · Haftarah: I Samuel 11:14-12:22 · 24 p’sukim Commentary and Divrei Torah: Sefaria OU Torah Jewish Theological Seminary Soncino Chumash: pp. 645 - 648 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 638 - 648) Artscroll Chumash: pp. 830 - 837 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 820 - 837) Etz Chaim Chumash: pp. 868 - 875 Triennial Year 3 (Full Kriyah pp. 860 - 875) With the pronouncement that this generation of Israel will die off in the wilderness after the spies sowed fear into the community that taking the promised land would result in their demise, it’s only natural to consider that discontent prevails. A few opportunists now see a good time to take control and themselves be in charge. So they start looking for ways to take power. We have the rebellion of Korach, who as a Levite looked to supplant Aaron and Moses as the Top Priest. We also have Dathan and Abiram from the tribe of Reuben who were resentful that the rights of first-born was taken away from their tribe. Other Israelites followed them. Their attempts were for naught as they were put down by Hashem. The parashat goes on about after these incidents to discuss the dedication and consecration of the first-born to Hashem and the Cohenim. This is the beginning of the Pidyon HaBah, the redemption of the first-born sons at 31 days of age. But perhaps the real thrust of this parashat are the reactions of Moses and Aaron to Hashem’s wanting to penalize Israel with death. Again, Moses and Aaron, the subject of these attacks, plead for mercy for their people. They put aside their own egos in order to care about these people. Consider that this is the real message of this parashat. If Moses and Aaron can show this level of compassion for people who hate them, we should take a lesson. Parashat Koraj 5782 / פָּרָשַׁת קוֹרַח 2 julio 2022 / 3 Tamuz 5782 (Diáspora) Parashat Koraj es la porción semanal número 38 de la Torá en el ciclo judío anual de lectura de la Torá. Porción de la Torá: Números 16:1-18:32 https://tikkun.io/#/r/4-16-1 Parashat Koraj relata la rebelión de Koraj (un primo de Moisés y Aarón), Datán, Abiram y 250 de sus seguidores. Algunos rebeldes son tragados por la tierra, mientras que otros son consumidos por un fuego de Dios y otros mueren en una plaga. La porción termina describiendo los regalos dados a los sacerdotes y levitas. [1] Soncino Chumash: págs. 645 - 648 Año Trienal 3 (Kriyah completo págs. 638 - 648) Artscroll Chumash: págs. 830 - 837 Año trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 820 - 837) Etz Chaim Chumash: págs. 868 - 875 Año trienal 3 (Kriyah completa págs. 860 - 875) Con el pronunciamiento de que esta generación de Israel morirá en el desierto después de que los espías sembraron el miedo en la comunidad de que tomar la tierra prometida resultaría en su desaparición, es natural considerar que prevalece el descontento. Algunos oportunistas ahora ven un buen momento para tomar el control y hacerse cargo. Entonces comienzan a buscar formas de tomar el poder. Tenemos la rebelión de Kóraj, quien como levita buscó suplantar a Aarón y Moisés como el Sumo Sacerdote. También tenemos a Datán y Abiram de la tribu de Rubén que estaban resentidos porque los derechos de primogenitura les fueron quitados a su tribu. Otros israelitas los siguieron. Sus intentos fueron en vano ya que Hashem los reprimió. La parashat continúa después de estos incidentes para discutir la dedicación y consagración del primogénito a Hashem y los Cohenim. Este es el comienzo del Pidyon HaBah, la redención de los hijos primogénitos a los 31 días de edad. Pero quizás el verdadero impulso de esta parashá son las reacciones de Moisés y Aarón ante el deseo de Hashem de castigar a Israel con la muerte. Una vez más, Moisés y Aarón, objeto de estos ataques, suplican misericordia para su pueblo. Dejan de lado sus propios egos para preocuparse por estas personas. Considere que este es el verdadero mensaje de esta parashat. Si Moisés y Aarón pueden mostrar este nivel de compasión por las personas que los odian, deberíamos aprender una lección.