Moshe Kempinski We are approaching the festival of Shavuot. In Jewish understanding each festival is not just a memory of what was but rather a re-experiencing the spiritual power of that day. We read the following ” Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them: The appointed seasons ( Moadei ) of Hashem, … Read more
Moshe Kempinski Nothing in this world happens by happenstance or coincidence. The lines of human history intersect the lines of destiny and purpose all the time. This occurs regardless if those witnessing these encounters between” time and purpose” are aware of it or not. Such is the nature of our existence. The world we live … Read more
Moshe Kempinski We are taught in the Torah portion that that there is a deep connection between the revelation at Mount Sinai and the land of Israel. And HaShem spoke to Moshe on Mount Sinai ( Behar Sinai) saying, Speak to the children of Israel and you shall say to them: When you come to … Read more
Moshe Kempinski the Parshat Hashavua (weekly Torah portion)of this week reveals insights into what true leadership actually entails. The parsha begins with the words; “And HaShem said (VaYomer) to Moshe: Speak (Emor) to the Kohanim,the sons of Aaron, and say (VeAmarta) tothem: Let none [of you] defile himself for a dead Soul (Nefesh) among his … Read more
Moshe Kempinski Every morning as I walk to my shul( synagogue) for morning prayers, I usually walk up the ramp on the side of the building . At the top of the ramp I usually stop for a couple of seconds. The awesome and expansive western view of the Jerusalem hills that unfolds before me … Read more
Last to be created, but the only one with the power of speech. Moshe Kempinski The Torah portion of Tazria begins with the commandment related to the birth of a child; “Speak to the children of Israel, saying: If a woman conceives and gives birth to a male, she shall be unclean for seven days; … Read more
Moshe Kempinski The days and weeks after an election in Israel are usually rife with acrimony and accusations. Every political party attempts to create their own fiefdom and power vase. Although the intentions may be pure it arouses a great sense of distrust and ill will. The creation of a government is all in the … Read more
Moshe Kempinski (repeat of older article) Mankind has struggled forever around the question of spirituality and physicality. Are the two compatible or are they mutually exclusive? Mankind has struggled forever around the question of spirituality and physicality. Are the two compatible or are they mutually exclusive? Does the Divine only rest in the spiritual reality … Read more
