passion

March 14, 2014
By bethmordecai
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Parashat Tzav (צו) — The Always Burning Flame

Parashat Tzav (צו) Triennial I (2014/5774):  The Always Burning Flame Fire is often used as a metaphor for motivation, as in the phrase "to have a burning passion." Also, like motivation, fire is a limited resource that can only burn when it has enough fuel. Yet, our Torah portion today speaks of an "always burning flame" upon the altar that seemingly does not need to be renewed. Is it possible that like this burning flame, our own passion and motivation can be constant WITHOUT the need for refuel? Check out the class to find out!

Category : Online Learning Online Parashah Class
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passion

November 29, 2013
By bethmordecai
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DAY 517: The Meaning of Love

DAY 517: The Meaning of Love   V'ahavta et Adonai Elohekha                     וְאָהַבְתָּ אֶת ה' אֶלֹקֶיך              You shall love the Lord Your God (Deut 6:5)   V'ahavta L'reiakha Kamokha                         וְאָהַבְתָּ לְרֵעָךָ כָּמוֹך         You shall love your neighbor as yourself (Lev 19:15)   Dear Hevreh,   Love is one of the most powerful words we have at our disposal -- just ask any couple how the first time they said "I love you" to one another changed their relationship forever. Whether it's through our own experience or through our culture, we are quite aware of the emotional power of love. Yet, in addition to[...]

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