These past couple of weeks we have been treated to several juicy or “Jewcy” stories from the Torah portions. From Chukat we learn of the death of Miriam and Aaron and the new challenges to leadership in the Israelite community. From Balak we learn of the efforts to stop the Israelites from reaching the Land of Promise and the surprise blessing they receive from the desert prophet Bilaam.
Read MoreThe name of the Parsha this week is Korach. Korach, a close relative of Moses, organized a rebellion to challenge and overthrow Moses’ and Aaron’s leadership.
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