Ki Tisa: Trying to Limit the Divine
This week's Torah portion tells the story of the Golden Calf and its aftermath. But why was the Israelites' action problematic? Rabbi Lewis Eron suggests an unexpected reason.


This week's Torah portion tells the story of the Golden Calf and its aftermath. But why was the Israelites' action problematic? Rabbi Lewis Eron suggests an unexpected reason.
We dig deeply into the complexities of engaging in racial justice work within the Jewish community, together with our new co-host: Rabbi Sandra Lawson, director of racial diversity, equity, and inclusion for Reconstructing Judaism.
The new Evolve podcast features interviews with thought-provoking rabbis, leaders and creators about the urgent issues faced by Jewish people today.
What was the sin of the Golden Calf? Rabbi Lewis Eron suggests that it's not simply the worship of another god.
Examining Moses' lifelong struggles to lead the Israelites, Ellen Dannin explores his inner motivations. Why be good if not motivated by a reward?
Rabbi Jeffrey Schein digs into the story of the Golden Calf, finding illumination as much in the details as in the story's broad arcs.
A study sheet on the two sets of tablets in the Sinai/Golden Calf story.