The Honor of God

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  1. Redemption as Creation

    Haftarot: Bereisheet

    Rabbi Mosheh Lichtenstein

    The haftara of Bereisheet provides another perspective on creation, according to which God, and not man, is at the center of creation. God's honor is provided as a reason for the redemption of Am Yisrael, and the prophet explains how the fear and awe of God relate to the nation's punishment. The haftara describes the redemption as a renewed creation.

  2. The Revelation of God's Glory upon the Altar, and the Deaths of Nadav and Avihu

    Rabbi Dr. Tamir Granot

    This article focuses on the description of the dedication of the copper altar and its function, as well as the nature of God’s revelation in the Mishkan.  Our investigation of these subjects will help us answer some famous questions arising from Parashat Shemini- the sin and punishment of Nadav and Avihu.