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Shira Sedek

Articles by Shira Sedek

Zealous and Kind

Sometimes, we can be so focused on ourselves that we don’t always think about those around us. However, parshat Pinchas is all about acting for

Having a Good Perspective

In Parshat Shelach, 12 spies were sent to check out the land of Israel. Ten of the spies came back and worried the nation that

Rise Up

 This week’s parsha is called, “Beha’alotcha.” This word is used when Hashem tells Moshe to tell Aaron how the candles should be positioned, so the

 Stepping Back to Go Forward

In parshat Naso, we can learn the power of taking a step back. While it may seem strange, to move forward and accomplish goals, we

 Making Shabbat Daily

In Parshat Behar-Bechukotai, we are told that every 7 years, we should stop working our lands and let it have a Shabbat (shemitah). We are

Is It Your Choice or Command?

Hashem tells Moshe אֱמֹ֥ר אֶל־הַכֹּֽהֲנִ֖ים —“say to the Kohanim,” a set of mitzvot pertaining to them and their work. I find the title of the

No Pain, No Gain

 This week is a double parsha of Acharei Mot and Kedoshim. Parshat Acharei Mot starts with the words Hashem spoke to Moshe after the death

Humble Yourself Like Matzah

In Parshat Tzav, we learn something fascinating about matzah and chametz, leavened bread. After Aharon and his sons give a korban, depending on the korban,

Don’t Just Act, Connect

The mitzvah of korbanot, sacrifices, has many specific instructions. Throughout Tanach, especially in this week’s parsha, Vayikra, the mitzvah of korbanot appears. A korban is