Rabbi Bradley Shavit Artson
Slightly Odd, Weirdly Magical: the Jews
December 18, 2024
We would do well to remember the many ways we Jews continue to enjoy a unique and positive role in America, and to use that asset for the benefit of all.
The Pregnant Dreams of Rosh Hashanah
October 2, 2024
As we curve into 5785, may this holy season birth a time of greater peace, deeper spirit, more vital learning, more grateful living.
Rosh Hashanah and the Love of Life
September 18, 2024
Rosh Hashanah celebrates the birthday of the world. It is the quintessential affirmation of life itself.
The Festival of Shavuot and the Choices We Make
June 6, 2024
Shavuot reminds us that we as a community must, despite the challenges, continue to lean into curiosity, possibility, compassion, and love.
Oct. 8th Jews: Wearing Our Pride in Public
March 13, 2024
Jews realize not only that we cannot hide, but that we no longer want to.
To My Israeli Family and Friends, and Their Defenders
December 23, 2023
Don’t give up hope, dear ones. Don’t walk away. Don’t turn this struggle into a “one-people-has-to-lose-for-the-other-people-to-win.”
To My Palestinian Friends and Their Defenders
November 24, 2023
Today I want to reach out to my Palestinian friends and to their would-be defenders. I want to say that particularly as a Jew, I resonate with your anguish.
Letter to My Non-Jewish Friends
October 25, 2023
You’ve always been with me, always supportive and encouraging. But now I feel an existential divide, and I know you’d be open to hearing about it.
The Soul of Sukkot: Circumcising our Hearts
September 28, 2023
It is true that circumcising our heart does open us to feel pain, but also joy, and wonder, and community, and connection.
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