Teachings - Rabbi Emanuel

Teachings

28/01/2026

How do Archeological Discoveries Support the Biblical Story?

Very few archeological discoveries are relevant to the early Biblical stories. There are timing conflicts between dates of findings, and the period between the Patriarchs in Canaan and the resettlement of their descendants, the Israelites. And yet, does it matter?

19/01/2026

The Tenth of Tevet: Solemn Reflection is Appropriate

Tevet is one of four months in the Hebrew calendar that lacks a Jewish Holiday. It is still winter in the Northern Hemisphere: short, cold days and gloomy weather. No wonder that our sages dedicated the 10th day to mourning and fast.

26/11/2023

Yom Kippur 1973: My Personal Memories of that Horrific War

On Yom Kippur 2023, I shared my memories with Havurah Shir Hadash congregation. The following is an edited transcript of the recording that is also shared here.

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