If the offering is a burnt offering from the flock, from either the sheep or the goats, you are to offer a male without defect. — Leviticus 1:10
Each week in synagogue, Jews read through the Torah from Genesis to Deuteronomy. This week’s Torah portion is Vayikra, which means “and He called,” from Leviticus 1:1–5:26.
When I was growing up, I was unaware of the impact my father, Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, of blessed memory, had on the world. He went to his office during the day, but when he came home at night, he was just abba, my father. I had no idea that he was building bridges of reconciliation and understanding between Christians and Jews, something no one had ever succeeded in doing. I did not know that he experienced painful criticism from leadership in both faith communities. I wasn’t aware of the setbacks and adversity that he encountered for decades while building The Fellowship.
As we prepare for the Passover season, join us on the Bible App to learn more about matzah, the unleavened bread eaten by the Jewish people as they began their Exodus from Egypt.
Since 1983, various stories of destitute Jewish people, whose names and photos may have been changed for privacy and security have been used to bless Israel and her people. Through these retellings, generous friends like you have helped feed, clothe, and shelter as well as provide medical care and heating for tens of thousands of those who struggle greatly.
