The carpenter’s chair
Tehilla R. GoldbergJan 13, 2022
As a little girl, something in this song pulled at my heartstrings. The song was called “Al Kapav,” “He Shall Bring Forth With His Own Palms,” and was written by...
Second ‘firsts’
Tehilla R. GoldbergJan 06, 2022
The firsts of our lives impact us with emotional power unlike any other experience that follows, even if it is an experience in the same vein as the first one.
Complex legacy
Tehilla R. GoldbergDec 30, 2021
Desmond Tutu’s death is neither about me nor about the Jewish People. And yet, his life and words impacted me as a Jewish woman. He called my people, the Jewish...
Tea time with ‘Tea-hilla’
Tehilla R. GoldbergDec 23, 2021
The other Shabbat, as the host uncorked a bottle of wine, the guest who had brought it began remarking upon its quality after she began sipping the wine. “It’s bold...
Devastation in Kentucky
Tehilla R. GoldbergDec 16, 2021
The images from the tornadoes that hit Kentucky, are devastating.
A Great Miracle Happened Here
Tehilla R. GoldbergDec 02, 2021
When I lived in Jerusalem, after sitting by the Chanukah candles I lit in my own apartment, it was a special pleasure to wend my way through the narrow and beautiful...
Dreamer . . . fighter
Tehilla R. GoldbergNov 25, 2021
Eliyahu (Eli) Kay was shot by fire in the Old City of Jerusalem, for being a Jew, as he was on his way to pray at the Wailing Wall.
Modeh Ani
Tehilla R. GoldbergNov 18, 2021
There are so many versions of Thanksgiving. Each family crafts its own traditions and rituals. For some, the rituals are etched in stone and altering them would be...
Gorgeous silent music awaits
Tehilla R. GoldbergNov 11, 2021
For some time now, one of my dreams has been to go see the Northern Lights. One day I’ll get there. I cannot wait to see the wonders of the world, the Northern Lights...
Torah desecration is a warning shot
Tehilla R. GoldbergNov 04, 2021
I’ve always felt especially connected to the safrut, the uniquely beautiful calligraphy of Torah scrolls.
