Each week, we read a different section of the Torah. Sometimes we read stories about our ancestors’ journeys. Sometimes we read details about the ancient Temple or complex lists of laws. Whatever the content, the Torah portion (or parashah) is frequently the basis for discussions and sermons at Shabbat services in synagogue and throughout the week. Torah text has also been the inspiration for many contemporary songs, poems, and prayers.Â
Aliyah for Parashat Ki Tissa commemorating the pandemic
“With offerings of healing. / Companions on the journey, / Guiding me to see / That which was always there.”
“I survey the garden / I’d cast myself from”
“The King awaits, / Tangible / As the flowers / Of the field…”
“Sang to me/The sea shanty/Of his mother’s/Last, and eventual/Wave”
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