Lisa Rothstein Goldberg studies at the Academy for Jewish Religion (AJR) in New York. Lisa has wanted to be a rabbi since her sophomore year of college. The more she studied Judaism, the more fascinated she became and the more she wanted to learn more. Her goal as a rabbi is to create a safe space for everyone to explore the rich traditions of Jewish culture, history, and religion and find a meaningful connection to their modern lives. Lisa has a masters degree in social work University of Maryland, a masters in Jewish communal service from Baltimore Hebrew University. She currently lives in Louisville, Kentucky with her husband and their young daughters.
We read two parshas this week. Parashat Acharei Mot (Leviticus 16:1-18:30) – describes the Tabernacle ceremony of the Day of Atonement, establishes general rules for sacrifice and sanctuary, and lays down specific laws about sexual relationships. Parashat Kedoshim (Leviticus 19:1- 20:27)- features God telling Moses to give the people of Israel a set of rules which are meant to help them live a life of holiness. These rules include variations on several of the ten commanments, as well as different laws concerning basic ethical behavior. Our discussion focuses on Kedoshim, because this parsha has special meaning for both of us!
Previous Torah Talks on Achrei Mot and Kedoshim
