Last week the Torah gave a detailed account of the structure of the Temple. This week, the Torah portion of Tetzaveh further discusses different elements relating to the Temple and its service. Primarily, the parshah describes the garments of the high priest (also including the garments of the ordin...

2009 Tetzaveh sources -- links by aliyah and perek to an online Mikraos Gedolos, and links to many meforshim on the parsha and haftara. 2008 Remove me Na -- also for Ki Tisa. How Moshe was removed from a sefer. 2006 Yerushalayim - Pretty as a Nymph? But what does nymph mean, and how does it relate t...

Skepticism A debate is currently raging in campuses across the country about binge drinking. Some believe the solution lies in stricter enforcement of existing laws against underage drinking. Others argue that enforcement will simply drive the drinkers underground. They prefer to reduce the minimum ...

Los Angeles Jewish Events:  Tetzaveh (Candles 5:17 as per Rav Moshe Feinstein, zt”l)  _________________________________________________________________________________   Through Alienu’s programs, Los Angeles has developed a national reputation for cutting edge research, program developme...

Seven Thoughts for Seven Days Sunday: The Binding Oil “And you shall instruct the children of Israel and they shall take to you pure olive oil.� The Hebrew word “tetzaveh,� carries a dual meaning. It means instruct and it also means bind. An alternate, but deeper meaning of this verse is tha...

I once worked for a man whose personality changed as often as his attire. At the office he exuded a sense of competence and leadership, his manner as crisp as his professional attire. At home he exuded friendship and camaraderie, his manner as relaxed as his casual attire. We all dress for success. ...