God never stops doing what He does

Published: Tue, 03/11/25

Updated: Tue, 03/11/25

"Say to the Israelites, ‘You must observe my Sabbaths. This will be a sign between me and you for the generations to come, so you may know that I am the Lord, who makes you holy."

Exodus 31:13

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This coming Shabbat's Torah portion, read on Saturday, March 15th, is Parashat Ki Tisa. This week’s Parsha, Ki Tisa, discusses the census of the Israelites, the washbasin of the Tabernacle, the anointing oils for the priests and kings, the incense offering, and the Sabbath. The Torah then relates the story of the Golden Calf, G‑d‘s anger at the Jewish nation, Moses successfully arguing for Divine forgiveness for the sin, the subsequent breaking of the tablets, and the giving of the second tablets.

Celebrate Moriah and Yehuda’s upcoming wedding! Gidon's daughter is marrying an IDF Special Forces officer on April 7, 2025. If you’ll be in Israel, please contact Gidon to join the celebration. Gifts are welcome - Learn more below!

Help Root Source publish Rabbi Dermer's inspiring autobiography in time for his 95th birthday! Supporters will be listed in the book—join us in making this tribute a reality. Learn more below!

Please enjoy this teaching of our beloved Root Source teacher, Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz of blessed memory, about last week's Torah portion, Tetzaveh, and share your thoughts with us!

Last week, our popular Root Source teacher Rabbi Gedalia Meyer talked about Tetzaveh. Watch it below.

Take part in the inspiring lesson (Emor): “Leave your gleanings for the poor”: Philanthropy and purpose at work with Teacher Dr. Benny Benjamin. Learn more below.

Dr. Benny Benjamin’s inspiring book, Ascending the Ladder: 9 Biblical Lessons for Reaching Your Career Goals and Thriving at Work, is looking for reviewers! If you or someone you know in the Christian community would be a great fit, reply to this email and help spread the word about this valuable resource!

Check below to hear what Gidon Ariel with Richard and Peggy Booker have to share.

We sign off with a nice comment and a beautiful photo of The Western Wall, Jerusalem.

Shalom,

Gidon Ariel and Bob O’Dell
Root Source Founders

Parashat Ki Tisa

G‑d commands Moses to take a census of the Jewish adult male population by collecting an atonement offering of half a silver shekel from each individual. The collected silver was melted down, and was made into sockets for the beams of the Tabernacle. G‑d instructs Moses to make a copper washstand for the Tabernacle.

Mazeltov! Congratulations to Gidon's daughter on her upcoming wedding!

Gidon's daughter Moriah is getting married! We are so excited!

Her fiance, Yehuda, is an officer in the IDF Special Forces (Maglan unit).

The wedding will take place on Monday evening, April 7, 2025, in Israel.

If you will be in Israel then, please contact Gidon, I hope we will be able to host you at the party!

And if you would like to give a gift to the new couple, we will gladly pass it over to them:-)

This gift is not tax-deductible.

Give your gift

Translate a Holocaust Survivor Rabbi's Memoir

With your help, Root Source will translate, edit, and publish Rabbi Dermer's autobiography, for all the world to know.

Supporters of this campaign will be listed in the book.

Please help us reach this important goal, so we can present Rabbi Dermer of a copy of this book later this year on his 95th birthday!

Learn More and Donate

Parashat Tetzaveh: Between Heaven and Earth: The Sacred Technology of the Tabernacle

The Torah emphasizes the critical nature of these details, warning that improper conduct within the Tabernacle could result in death. Like a spacecraft where a single error can lead to catastrophic failure, the Tabernacle required absolute precision in its assembly and operation to fulfill its purpose as an instrument connecting heaven and earth. During the seven days of investiture, Moses repeatedly erected and dismantled the Tabernacle, checking every detail until finally, on the eighth day, divine fire descended upon the altar, confirming the connection between heaven and earth had been established.

Learn here

Tetzaveh:
Rabbi Gedalia Meyer's Weekly Torah Study

The war between Israel and Amalek has been fought, on and off, for four millennia. Has G-d set the stage for Israel to finally vanquish Amalek in its most recent manifestation? Will Israel take up the gauntlet and fulfill the commandment to “obliterate the remembrance of Amalek from beneath the heavens?” “You shall not forget!”

Watch the video

(Emor): “Leave your gleanings for the poor”: Philanthropy and purpose at work

“And when you reap the harvest of your land, you shall not reap to the edge of your field, or gather the gleanings of your harvest; leave them for the poor and the migrant: I am the Lord your God” Leviticus 23:22.

Learn here

Dr. Benny is looking for book reviewers!

Last year, Our popular teacher, Dr. Benny Benjamin, published his wonderful book, Ascending the Ladder: 9 Biblical Lessons for Reaching Your Career Goals and Thriving at Work. If you know someone in the Christian world who would be suitable (especially if it is you yourself!:-) then please reply to this email to help get the word out about this important work!

Help here

Conversations: Gidon Ariel with Richard and Peggy Booker - March 10 2025

Gidon Ariel and Richard and Peggy Booker discussed personal updates, including Gidon's daughter's upcoming wedding and Richard and Peggy’s strong marriage. They focused on preserving Holocaust survivor stories, with Gidon planning to publish 100 books, including Rabbi Eliyahu Dermer’s autobiography. They shared experiences at Yad Vashem, discussed fundraising efforts, and planned a Zoom meeting with survivor Ruth Steinfeld. The conversation ended with reflections on Purim and the Book of Esther.

Watch the video

Comments

We get so many comments!
Here is one from Kim Erickson on lesson

Shammai- Greet All People Cheerfully.

"Rabbi Adler- what a beautiful lesson! Ever since we first met, you are the embodiment of Shammai’s words. You are full of joy, warmth and life. You and your amazing wife have invited me into your home for fellowship and nourishment with both physical and spiritual food when I was visiting Eret Israel. My prayer is that you both are doing well… I miss and love you so much! Thank you for your teachings!"

The Western Wall, Jerusalem

Enjoy this photo of The Western Wall, Jerusalem by Ilanit Ohana.

Blessings and Shalom,
Bob and Gidon

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