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Why was Moses treated so severely when he struck the rock and brought forth water as opposed to speaking to it? Rabbi Wildes addresses this issue.
The children of Israel weren't supposed to see the Promised Land as just another piece of real estate. They needed perspective, as do we all. Rabbi Wildes explains why.
Rabbi Wildes explains the danger of misrepresenting the facts the way the spies did when they were scouting out the promised land.
How do you know your spiritual intentions in times of prayer and worship? Rabbi Wildes addresses the question.
How do you know your spiritual intentions in times of prayer and worship? Rabbi Wildes addresses the question.
How do you know your spiritual intentions in times of prayer and worship? Rabbi Wildes addresses the question.
How do you know your spiritual intentions in times of prayer and worship? Rabbi Wildes addresses the question.
How do you know your spiritual intentions in times of prayer and worship? Rabbi Wildes addresses the question.
How do you know your spiritual intentions in times of prayer and worship? Rabbi Wildes addresses the question.
How do you know your spiritual intentions in times of prayer and worship? Rabbi Wildes addresses the question.
How do you know your spiritual intentions in times of prayer and worship? Rabbi Wildes addresses the question.
Why in this time of the year, do we read Ruth? Rabbi Wildes speaks to the question.
Rabbi Wildes shares about his mother and how she impacted his faith. Don't miss this powerful reflection.
How does studying Torah relate to honoring God? Rabbi Wildes addresses the question.
In this reflection Rabbi Wildes explains why it matters not just what we do but when we do it.
In this reflection Rabbi Wildes explains how the Torah treats the land of Israel as a person and why.
In light of the celebration of the creation of the state of Israel, Rabbi Wildes talks about the relationship of our activity and our experience of redemption.
In this episode Rabbi Wildes speaks to the traditional character of the rebellious son at Seder and shares what he thinks is the proper response.
What's a great disposition to have at Passover? An inquisitive one. Rabbi Wildes explains why.
As we head toward Passover, Rabbi Wildes explains why it's important to pass the story on the Jews of every age in a relevant way.
God is not distant or some divine watchmaker. Not according to the Torah. Rabbi Wildes explains why.
What is failure in Judaism. This Parsha tells us its just a part of life. Rabbi Wildes explains why.
What's the role of a Jewish Leader? Rabbi Wildes shows how the Parsha speaks to this.
What matters more in Judaism, the everyday things or the unusual ones? Rabbi Wildes addresses this question from the parsha.
In Judaism the ends don't justify the means. Rabbi Wildes explains why in today's podcast.
What happened to the tablets Moses broke? Rabbi Wildes addresses the question in this episode.
In this parish reflection Rabbi Wildes explains why, for Jews, silence is never an option.
In this episode Rabbi Wildes explains what an idol is. Tune in!.
Who is the world's keeper? Rabbi Wildes addresses this question in today's reflection.
Is it more important to obey the commandments out of obligation or out of desire? Rabbi Wildes explains why we need both.
Rabbi Wildes offers some thoughts on seizing the day in the spirit of Purim.
Reb Shlomo Ibn Gabirol, an 11th century Jewish philosopher, once said: "Before I say a word, I am its master. After I say a word, I am its slave." The internet has made it possible for us to speak to a large audience. But what if we say something bad? How can we take it back in the eyes of God?.
In ancient times, a Jewish king was supposed to have his own Torah scrolls – one that he would keep in the palace, and one that he would take with him wherever he went. It reminded the monarch who the real king was – the Lord above. So what kind of "Torah" do we carry with us in modern times when we go out into the world?.
Rabbi Wildes considers what sways us and keeps us from living the life God truly intends?.
The Torah isn't located in heaven. It's concrete and centered on every day life.
What's the relationship between the laws that govern our lives and the laws that govern worship and our relationship with God? Rabbi Wildes addresses this question.
Believe it or not, it all has to do with the three levels to the Biblical prohibition of speaking ill of others. Find out the difference between each one – and the commonalities they share – in today's daily insight from Rabbi Wildes.
One of the most important principles in interpersonal relationships is giving people the benefit of the doubt. If we judge others favorably, then perhaps God will judge us favorably as well. But what does that actually mean if God already knows everything?.
In this episode Rabbi Wildes points out the significance of the Torah's call to care for widows and orphans.
In this reflection Rabbi Wildes discusses the relationship between the laws governing worship and the altar and the laws governing society in the Torah.
Rabbi Wildes takes a moment to reflect on the two kinds of commandments in the Torah: the positive ones and the negative ones.
Did Israel receive the Torah willingly or not? How do we receive the Torah today? Rabbi Wildes speaks to these questions.
What relationship is more central: the relationship with our fellow humans or our relationship with God? Rabbi Wildes speaks to this timely question.
What does it mean to be part of a chosen people? Rabbi Wildes speaks to this question.
In light of the deaths of some prominent Rabbis, Rabbi Wildes talks about the power of being present spiritually in holy moments.
Moses had a father in law who taught him a powerful lesson. He taught Moses the powerful of delegation. Rabbi Wildes explains why it's still relevant today.
Finding God in the ordinary is a beautiful, and can be as awe inspiring as the parting of the sea.
Judaism has several New Years, including one for trees. Rabbi Wildes explains their significance.
What creates enduring faith? A faith that lasts. Rabbi Wildes sheds light on the question.
How much faith do we put in miracles? Rabbi Wildes speaks to this question in his daily Torah reflection.
Rabbi Wildes looks at the Exodus experience and what it teaches about the importance of continuity for the Jewish people.