This is from a series of articles by Rabbi Bernstein Moshe. This time, it is about Parashat Ki Tavo. Ki Tavo- curses and blessings In our Torah portion, we find the “curses and blessings”. Each curse is associated with a specific action that goes against G-d’s command. On the other hand, there are many blessings when we fulfill G-d’s will. In these verses, also many Noahide laws are expressed. Idol worship: Condemning the creation and worship of idols or images….
This Shabbat Ekev we celebrate the 7th anniversary of Chabad Kyoto.It is the first and only Jewish synagogue in Kyoto. Chabad Kyoto has been super active providing many services to local Jews and Japanese people, and for the many tourists that come throughout the year. Thousands of guests have participated in Shabbat prayers and meals, joyous festivals and events, Bar Mitzvahs, Weddings, Chanuka and Purim parties, and many community celebrations. Chabad Kyoto organize fun and educational activities for kids and…
We would like to share amazing news: This week we started to build our Mikveh onsen. The large property that we bought this Chanuka, has a beautiful Japanese garden with over 70 trees! Part of the garden we are using to build a Japanese style mikveh. A mikveh is a special type of bath made of naturally occurring water, such as a spring or rainwater. It is a Jewish practice and dates back to ancient times. Immersion in the mikvah…
Reprinted with permission from an article written by Rabbi Bernstein Moshe for all, including non-Jews. This issue is about this week’s Parashah, Yitro. In this Torah portion, Yitro, we read about the revelation on Mt. Sinai. Mt. Sinai is situated in a desert. The desert has no owner. By giving the Torah in the desert, G‑d showed that everyone regardless of what he has can accept the Torah. The Jewish people accepted the 613 commandments while the 7 Noahide commandments…