Parashat Balak 5783: Turning Curses into Blessings

The Torah portion of Balak introduces us to the shadowy character of Bilaam, a heathen prophet who tried to manipulate G-d's will to suit his own agenda. A deeper understanding of Bilaam urges us to consider: what is our own perception of G-d? Is He a G-d of mercy, or a G-d of Anger? The portion of Balak (Num. 22 : 2 - 25 : 9) is read in the Land of Israel on Shabbat, 12 Tammuz 5783 – July 1, 2023 The portions of Chukat and Balak (Num. 16 : 1- 25 : 9) are read in the Diaspora on Shabbat, 12 Tammuz 5783 – July 1, 2023 ___ Rabbi Chaim Richman Jerusalem Lights | Torah for Everyone Please support the work of Jerusalem Lights, a USA recognized 501 ( c ) 3 non-profit organization to enable these productions to continue and grow: Paypal: [email protected] or: https://paypal.me/JerusalemLights?loc... In the USA: Jerusalem Lights Inc. Post Office Box 16886 Lubbock Texas 79490 In Israel: Tel. 972 54 7000395 Mail: PO Box 23808, Jerusalem Israel Subscribe to our newsletter at https://www.rabbirichman.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel:    / @jerusalemlights-rabbirichman   Follow us on Facebook:   / rabbichaimrichman