Of all the laws in the Torah, it is the command to not oppress the stranger that is repeated the most often. Twice in this week’s Torah portion of Mishpatim, and at least 36 times in the Torah as a whole, we are commanded in similar language: “You shall not wrong or oppress a stranger, […]
Tag: Words from the Rabbi
Words from the Rabbi – Tisha B’Av 5783
Thank God, I’m usually pretty good at fasting. I’m sure that at the end of the fast of Tisha B’Av (which starts this Weds evening) I’ll be tired, and grumpy, perhaps I’ll have a bit of a headache, but ultimately I know I’ll be fine once I’ve had a cup of tea and something to […]
Words from the Rabbi – Pride 5783
I’m delighted to be celebrating our 4th Pride Shabbat here in New Stoke Newington Shul. A huge thank you to Jack Gilbert, who suggested it back in 2020 and who helped bring it to life in our community. I’m so glad it’s become part of our calendar! Before I begin, a disclaimer – I’m discussing […]