by Admin | Feb 1, 2017 | The Portion of Bo
In the early hours of June 5, 1967, Israel launched the existentially risky “Operation Moked”, essentially putting all its military eggs in one basket. The Israeli Air Force, under Maj. Gen Motti Hod, risked everything and sent nearly all 200 of its fighter jets on...
by Tuly Weisz | Jan 15, 2016 | The Portion of Bo
This week’s Torah portion includes the final three plagues and the beginning of the Exodus. It also includes the instructions for the celebration of the Passover holiday and the procedure for the sacrifice of the lamb. The chapter which includes these...
by Tuly Weisz | Jan 15, 2016 | The Portion of Bo
The following is a taste of our Israel Bible Reading Plan. Follow the weekly portion with summaries, insights and lively conversation. To register, click here. God tells Moses to return once more to Pharaoh, for He has hardened his heart against the plagues and God...
by Ahuva Balofsky (Moderator) | Jan 18, 2015 | The Portion of Bo
God takes this opportunity to instruct Moses on preparing the nation for the final Exodus. He commands each household to take a lamb on the tenth day of the month and bring it into the house. On the fourteenth day, they are to slaughter the lamb and roast it, brushing...
by Ahuva Balofsky (Moderator) | Jan 18, 2015 | The Portion of Bo
In the closing verses of the portion, God instructs Moses on various ways the Children of Israel are to commemorate the Exodus on an annual basis. In addition to celebrating Passover each year, the people are to dedicate their firstborn children and animals to God’s...
by Ahuva Balofsky (Moderator) | Jan 18, 2015 | The Portion of Bo
At midnight, God moves across Egypt, smiting their firstborn children and animals as promised. In despair, Pharaoh calls to Moses and Aaron, telling them to take the Hebrews out from among his people and go serve God in any manner they wish. As God had told them to do...
