If I had to explain what Judaism is all about in one word, without a doubt I would say: Kedusha (Holiness). Last week we read parashat Kedoshim and this week we read parashat Emor. This section is…
I don’t know about you, but I am looking forward to once again resuming in-person services, even on a limited basis. We will be starting with Friday night services on April 30th, and starting morning services for…
Kudos to members of the CEH Community, youth and adults alike, who have done so much to address the needs of Arlington residents in this difficult time! In addition to CEH members’ overwhelming participation in the MLK Day…
by CEH Member Barry Altman (father of CEH Member Elisa Rosman) As with most Jewish families, Passover is always a very special time for us, with everyone looking forward to getting together. Assignments are generally carried over…
This week we read two portions of the Torah combined – Acharei Mot and Kedoshim. It is striking that parasha Kedoshim appears in this book. It draws attention because it is nothing like the style of Sefer…
Refer to the April 6th This Week at Etz Hayim for connection information. Andy Lovinger will celebrate his special (40th? 50th? 60th?) anniversary by chanting the parsha using the ancient trope (melody) of the Greek Jews as…