Biblical stories of violence confront us with wrenching questions. Rabbi Rebecca Barenblat’s poems grapple with it.
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The Meaning of Holy Texts of Terror
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Abraham Failed the Test
Rabbi Barenblat reads the Abraham and Isaac story as God wanting Abraham to push back–and then never speaking to him again after what he does.
Rosh Hashanah: How To Make It New
Spiritual Sunday – Rosh Hashanah Rosh Hashanah begins on Tuesday, giving me an excuse to share this stimulating poem by Rachel Barenblat, keeper of the wonderfully named Velveteen Rabbi blog. The Jewish New Year, as you probably know, celebrates the day of creation, and people take the opportunity to examine their lives over the past year and repent. […]
Queen Esther: Just an Ordinary Woman
Rachel Barenblat’s poem about Queen Esther brings her down to earth and in the process makes her far more interesting.
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