
Know Before Whom You Stand — A poem for Parsha Nitzavim-Vayeilech
Know before whom you stand. They are goldmines. They are every possibility.

Know before whom you stand. They are goldmines. They are every possibility.

Repenting includes examining and admitting our mistakes. Seeking forgiveness. Determining to do better. Being better. Every single day.


We live in an age with zero patience for uncertainty. We have answers for everything, almost magically. And somehow, we still seem to know nothing about what it means to be here.

Moses’ speech was addressed to people standing on the threshold of a new chapter. The American story is similarly turning a new page.

A High Holy Day Reflection

We went to dinner the other night, and when we asked if we could bring anything, they said no, but if you want, you could bring dessert or fruit…

What is it that we want to renew within ourselves, strengthen, embolden, and what characteristics and traits should ultimately be discarded?


While I understand and sympathize with the issues confronting Conservative rabbis and synagogues in the United States concerning intermarriage, allowing Conservative rabbis to officiate at intermarriages will not solve that problem.




