The texts discussed in this piece can be found, with translations, at the bottom. Parashat VaEra, which we just read, teaches an insight that Torah
[This is the second of a series of posts on nonviolence in Exodus. The first one, by Aron Wander, is here.] This article by Eli
guestpost by Aron Wander Everyday forms of resistance make no headlines. – James Scott, Weapons of the Weak This past August, an exhibit titled “Jewish
This Executive Order—this Muslim Ban—is an egregious manifestation of Mitzrayim … and even if it is stayed or amended, it is clear we are going to need to remain awake and resilient…. Egypt is upon us, friends, and we’re going to need to be BRAVE, to LOVE bravely – across lines and despite fears.
Jethro’s advice to Moses to stand up while administering justice and to work with other judges is powerful advice for justice seekers in how to play with their edge. If we wish to pursue justice, we must be willing to stand up, while seeking others so that we are not overwhelmed by the load.
Here on the eve of the Women’s March on Washington (and sister marches all over the country), we examine sexism and feminist role models in