Snatching Victory from the Jaws of Defeat (Parshat Pinchas)
Even when we think there is no hope, there is still hope.
Week 37: Numbers 25:10 - 30:1
Haftarah Portion: I Kings 18:46 - 19:21
Summary: Pinchas' zeal for God's honor, the second census of the Israelites, and the laws of vows and oaths are emphasized. The Haftarah recounts Elijah's encounter with the prophets of Baal, emphasizing the significance of remaining steadfast in faith.
Thematic Connection: Steadfast Faith
By Rabbi Avi Mitzner
When you are in shul, how do you know you are sitting next to the rabbi? It's easy. During the Torah reading look over hers or his shoulder. If the person next to you is following along with that week’s torah reading, they are a layperson. If they are perusing next week’s parsha, they are the rabbi. Why so? The rabbi has already prepared his or her sermon for this week. So they are no longer interested in the present day’s reading. However, now is a good time to see what is in next week’s parsha and to start contemplating next week’s sermon ideas.
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