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May their memory be a blessing and a lesson for how we can live our lives. Joan H. Banov Bernard Bennett Alan Berni* Beverlee Blacker Lewis A. Broudy* Alfred Michael Cappiello Aaron Cohen* Harry DeRoy Pearl Fortunoff* Myra Jean Ginsberg* Tillie Goldberg Jeanne Gootson Rita Henshell Helen Keys Ross Kichler Max Kochman* Mildred Layton* David Levine Selma Pearl Levinson Milton Lisansky
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June 13, 2025
A Special Message from
Rabbi Amy L. Morrison
Parshat B’haalot’cha speaks deeply to the heart of what it means to leave a legacy — not just in name, but in spirit, in action, and in light. It begins with a seemingly simple command: Aaron is told to kindle the menorah. Though he was not part of the tribal offerings, his legacy becomes eternal through this daily act. Lighting the menorah wasn’t just about flame; it was about bringing divine light into the world — quietly, faithfully, consistently. Aaron’s legacy reminds us that we don’t need to be in the spotlight to leave a lasting impact. Sometimes, the truest legacy is built in the background, through love, presence, and care. As the parsha unfolds, Moses is instructed to share leadership with seventy elders. This is not a sign of weakness, but of wisdom — the understanding that a true leader ensures the future by empowering others. Legacy means letting go of ego and making room for others to rise, so the mission endures long after we are gone. And even in struggle — the complaints in the desert, Miriam’s challenge — we are shown that legacy is also forged in how we respond to pain, to misunderstanding, and to failure. It is shaped in the ways we seek healing, growth, and return.
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This Shabbat, let us ask ourselves: What light are we kindling? What wisdom are we passing on? What kind of legacy are we building — not just for ourselves, but for our families, our communities, and for the soul of the Jewish people?
Torah Portion Parashat B'haalot'cha: Numbers 8:1-12:16 Saturday, June 14, 2025 / 18 Sivan 5785 God speaks to Moses, describing the menorah for the Tent of Meeting. The Levites are appointed to serve as assistants under Aaron and his sons. (8:1-26) Those who are unable to celebrate Passover during Nisan are given a time in the month of Sivan to observe a "second Passover." (9:1-14) A cloud by day and fire by night show God's Presence over the Tabernacle. When the cloud lifts from the Tabernacle, the people leave Sinai, setting out on their journey, tribe by tribe. (9:15-10:36) The Israelites complain about the lack of meat, and Moses becomes frustrated. God tells him to appoint a council of elders. God provides the people with meat and then strikes them with a very severe plague. (11:1-34) Miriam and Aaron talk about the "Cushite woman" whom Moses has married. In addition, they complain that God speaks not only through Moses but also through them. Miriam is struck with leprosy, and Moses begs God to heal her. After her recovery, the people resume their journey. (12:1-16)
Let us live lives worthy of memory — and may our actions today become the blessings of tomorrow.
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