You grumbled in your tents and said, “The LORD hates us; so he brought us out of Egypt to deliver us into the hands of the Amorites to destroy us.” — Deuteronomy 1:27
Each week in synagogue, Jews read through the Torah from Genesis to Deuteronomy. The Torah portion for this week is Devarim, which means “Words,” from Deuteronomy 1:1–3:22.
I have a good friend who is a terrific mother, with a very successful career. She’s an amazing woman, and even more so when you learn that she overcame a broken home and other obstacles to achieve her accomplishments. But as she will tell you, she recognizes that the person she is today is only because of all the challenges she had to overcome in her childhood.
Learn more about Tisha B’Av, the darkest day on the Jewish calendar, commemorating the many tragedies that have befallen the Jewish people on this day.
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.
