Moses then said to Aaron, “This is what the LORD spoke of when he said:
‘Among those who approach me
I will be proved holy;
in the sight of all the people
I will be honored.’
Aaron remained silent. — Leviticus 10:3
Each week in synagogue, Jews read through the Torah from Genesis to Deuteronomy. The Torah portion for this week is Shemini, which means “eighth,” from Leviticus 9:1–11:47.
One of my greatest heroes is a woman you have probably never heard of. Her name is Rachelle Fraenkel, and in the summer of 2014, her son was one of three Israeli teens kidnapped on their way home from school. For 18 days, the entire country and many around the world rallied around the families and prayed that the boys would be found unharmed and returned to their families.
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.
