Read: The Expansiveness of the Unwritten
October 22, 2024
Rabbi and scribe Rec Richman writes that Simchat Torah is a celebration of our tradition’s endless invitation to keep imagining.
Rabbi and scribe Rec Richman writes that Simchat Torah is a celebration of our tradition’s endless invitation to keep imagining.
Rabbi Deborah Waxman talks with Justin Rosen Smolen about how the idea of covenant — from biblical narratives to contemporary community-building — emphasizes relationships, mutual responsibility and interdependence.
Rabbi Steven Burnstein discusses Kibbutz Gezer’s plans for Simchat Torah and how he can’t imagine a joyous holiday.
Elsie Stern, Ph.D., unpacks what she describes as the downright strangeness of Torah’s conclusion and beginning, in that order.
Jodi Rosenfeld’s poem evokes Sukkot’s sensory experience and also serves as a “dare to be happy.”
Writer Randi Rose offers tips for how to build a Sukkah, as well as reflections on the meaning of hands-on practice.
Rabbi Lilly Solochek shares how, after the introspection of the High Holidays, Sukkot offers a chance to focus attention outwardly.
Rabbi Nicole Fix explores the commonalities between the festival of booths and the ancient tradition of immersive theater.
A practice from Camp Havaya illustrates the power of Simchat Torah.
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