Rabbi Lauren Tuchman

Tag: Shabbat

  • What Can Remind Us of Our Interconnection?

    What Can Remind Us of Our Interconnection?

    Some contemplation for Parashat Beshalach This Shabbat is a special one. Known as Shabbat shira—the Shabbat of song—it is one of two times in the annual Torah reading cycle that we publicly read the Song at the Sea. This song contains what has become a famous verse in many communities.…

  • What Is Jewish Mindfulness and How Do I Get Started?

    What Is Jewish Mindfulness and How Do I Get Started?

    A non-exhaustive intro to Jewish Mindfulness Practice I am pleased to share with you today a piece I recently published on Exploring Judaism about applying mindfulness practice to daily life. This is often known as informal practice. I hope it is of benefit. Please feel free to share.

  • Behar 5779

    Parashat Behar, our Torah reading for this week, introduces us to the Shmita year. Every seven years, Leviticus/Vayikra instructs us that the land must lie fallow—no agricultural or food production is permitted and there are a number of other restrictions put into place as well. The number seven holds great…

  • Divrei HaTefillah: Baal Shem Tov, selection from section Peh Chet of Amud HaTefillah

    This was written in 5777 and is intended for use as a kavvannah or meditation before Pesukei Dezimra, verses of praise, on a Shabbat or chag morning. Before we begin our davening this morning with Pesukei DeZimra or psalms of praise, I want to offer a brief kavannah or intention…