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Torah Portion Preview<br />
For B’reishit<br />
Shabbat beginning <strong>October</strong> 13 th , 2023<br />
We know B’reishit Chapters 1-4: God creates in six days, rests on the seventh,<br />
molds Eve from Adams rib, who succumbing to a serpent, eats from the tree of<br />
knowledge. Then Cain the grower kills Abel the shepherd over jealousy that<br />
God preferred animal sacrifice. The rest of B’reishit has less-known stories.<br />
Five generations after Cain, Lamech fathers Jabel the tent dweller, Jubal the<br />
lyre and flute player, and Tubal-Cain the smith. Next, generations live nearly a<br />
millennium before God limits lifespans to 120. The portion ends with divine<br />
giants mating with women to bear heroes, God regretting the creation of<br />
humans, but Noah finding favor.<br />
After telling (in The Torah: A Women’s Commentary) of three authors of<br />
these stories, Tamara Eskenazi gives us a framework for their oft-retold ideas.<br />
“A careful reading of Genesis offers insights into how ancient Israel<br />
constructed its identity at different points in its history.” First, God created<br />
men and women. Next, God made Eve from Adam’s rib and later punished<br />
them for eating from the tree of knowledge. Finally, diverse ways of living<br />
emerged but conflict between sinfulness and Godliness remained, showing<br />
how getting from one to the next is an eternal challenge.<br />
We invite all to come to synagogue in person or on Zoom on Friday night to<br />
hear a more in-depth interpretation from Rabbi Meeka (or this Sabbath's lay<br />
speaker). We also invite other views, interpretations, reflections, and even<br />
poems on each Torah portion. If you have something to contribute, please<br />
email it to RPC@templeadasshalom.org. This and prior previews can be found<br />
at Dr. David Dirlam's website by clicking on Changing Wisdoms Projects.
Mi Sheberakh * We Pray for Healing<br />
Anita Rosenzweig<br />
Barbara Chancey<br />
Daniel Hurst<br />
Elise Schipper<br />
Fred Belkin<br />
Gerri Bronk<br />
Harvey Malin<br />
Heather Mullis<br />
Maddox Langbein<br />
Marcy Schirloff<br />
Marcy Werde<br />
Nancy Lever<br />
Natalie Litofsky<br />
Paula Mathai<br />
Ray Lee<br />
Sue Rudick<br />
Tami Light<br />
Edith Lanham<br />
Remembered by Michele Mullis<br />
Jane Noret<br />
Remembered by Arthur Gordon<br />
Joel Latman<br />
Remembered by Alain Chalmin<br />
Lee Alan Goodman<br />
Remembered by Robin Way<br />
Leon Levy<br />
Remembered by Ethan Levy<br />
Loretta Davis<br />
Remembered by Bradford Davis<br />
Marcia Salzer<br />
Remembered by Henry Hoffman<br />
Yahrzeits Observed<br />
Caring Committee Announcement<br />
Marian Smolin<br />
Remembered by Michael Singer<br />
Max Trager<br />
Remembered by Barry & Carol<br />
Trager<br />
Morris Weinstock<br />
Remembered by Lloyd & Lenore Fox<br />
Rose H. Glasser<br />
Remembered by Howell Glasser<br />
Ruth Glickman Budner<br />
Remembered by Jay & Mark<br />
Stutman<br />
Samuel Fox<br />
Remembered by Lenore & Llyod Fox<br />
Caring is about both the simchas and healing through support and community. Is there a<br />
moment you would like to share, privately or publicly?<br />
We want to be there for you so please let us know. Email caring@templeadasshalom.org<br />
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TAS/HJC Calendar of Events<br />
FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY MONDAY<br />
13 28 th of Tishrei 5784<br />
7:00pm: Shabbat Service<br />
6:11pm: Candle Lighting<br />
14 29 th of Tishrei 5784<br />
B’reishit<br />
15 30 th of Tishrei 5784<br />
9:00am: Adult Ed. Trip to<br />
Philly<br />
9:00am: Kehillah MAGNET<br />
Religious School<br />
10:45am: Temple Adas<br />
Shalom Youth Meeting<br />
TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY<br />
16 1 st of Cheshvan 5784<br />
17 2 nd of Cheshvan 5784 18 3 rd of Cheshvan 5784<br />
19 4 th of Cheshvan 5784<br />
7:00pm: Social Action<br />
Committee Meeting<br />
7:00pm: Adult Ed Committee<br />
Meeting<br />
7:30pm: Choir Rehearsal<br />
(Mike’s Home)<br />
Mazel Tov<br />
BIRTHDAYS<br />
14 th Eric Seeley * 18 th Amy Tannenbaum * 19 th Deborah Temple<br />
ANNIVERSARIES<br />
40 th David & Mindy Fang * 31 st Frank & Randi Chancey<br />
24 th Jason & Tracy Sober * 14 th Sarah & Niall O’Donnell<br />
Upcoming Zoom Live Streamed Services & Events<br />
DAVEN & DINE SHABBAT SERVICE<br />
Friday, <strong>October</strong> 20 th<br />
In-Person Service begins at 6:15pm; Live Streaming starts at 6:00 pm<br />
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