Emor means “speak.” Speech is a powerful force that can be used to hurt or heal others. One of the most serious sins in the Torah is malicious gossip, known as lashon hara (evil tongue). Our Sages teach, “Three does lashon …

Shall we really break bones because someone called out a name?

A simple law that tells us a lot about God, Torah and ourselves.

A crucial lesson for all from the obligations of the High Priest

Students from LA high schools interpret a verse from our Torah portion!