Monthly Archives: August 2019

A THOUGHT FROM THE TORAH READING-RE’EH

Posted on August 30, 2019 by Dr. Seth Ward

Re’eh begins with “See, I set before you blessing and curse,” introduces the notion of “the place the LORD shall chose,” describes kosher animals, and reviews the three pilgrimage festivals. There are passages prohibiting idolatry and those who entice others … Continue reading →

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The Qur’an, Chosen People and Holy Land

Posted on August 29, 2019 by Dr. Seth Ward

The Qurān, Chosen People and Holy Land Seth Ward This is an article I published in a volume honoring Prof. Boulatta. You might find it easier to read by noting the icon for full screen display at the bottom of … Continue reading →

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5780 Calendar

Posted on August 22, 2019 by Dr. Seth Ward

Calendar 5780 (Sept 2019-Dec. 2020) by Seth Ward on Scribd

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Ekev

Posted on August 22, 2019 by Dr. Seth Ward

A THOUGHT FROM THE TORAH READING I hope you enjoy this column for Parashat Ekev–a repeat from a previous year’s essay: For the LORD your God is bringing you into a good land, a land with streams and springs and … Continue reading →

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Ki Tavo–Full Newsletter

Posted on August 22, 2019 by Dr. Seth Ward

Shabbat Ki Tavo 5778

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On an 2017 essay by Rafael Castro about Islamic Supersessionism as a basic cause for the elusiveness of peace between Israel and Islamic-majority countries.

Posted on August 20, 2019 by Dr. Seth Ward

On an essay by Rafael Castro about Islamic Supersessionism as a basic cause for the elusiveness of peace between Israel and Islamic-majority countries. Seth Ward October 2017 August 2019: I responded in October 2017 to a request for comment on … Continue reading →

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A THOUGHT FROM THE TORAH READING FOR SHABBAT HAZON, 5779 (Aug. 10 2019)

Posted on August 10, 2019 by Dr. Seth Ward

A THOUGHT FROM THE TORAH READING FOR SHABBAT HAZON, 5779 (Aug. 10 2019) Today Kavod Jewish Chapel presents the final installment of “In Narrow Places”—a translation of the Hebrew term for the three weeks before the 9th of Av. We’ve … Continue reading →

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Calendar 5780 (Sept. 2019-Dec. 2020)

Posted on August 4, 2019 by Dr. Seth Ward

This calendar is somewhat idiosyncratic. I also posted a version here that is not a PDF. It may be easier to use for some—although you have to scroll a lot to get to the calendar pages, and it really won’t … Continue reading →

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CALENDAR 5780 (2019-2020)

Posted on August 4, 2019 by Dr. Seth Ward

Kavod Senior Life Jewish Chapel כבוד כבוד, קהילה, תורה. Честь, Сообщество, Тора. Honor, Community, Jewish Values וְנֶ֥גֶד זְקֵנָ֖יו כָּבֽוֹד׃ תש"פ 5780 / 2019-2020 Dr. Seth Ward COME TO SHUL! Services at Kavod: every Sabbath and Festival. Services are at 9 … Continue reading →

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