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Sermon

1 year ago • Feb 11, 2023

The Root of Change

By
Rabbi Morris Panitz

Parashat Yitro Sermon. Throughout the Book of Exodus, one Hebrew word- in its many forms- pops up again and again, pointing to the core message of this master story. Life can feel unbearably heavy, but you are never alone. With each other’s help, we can transform an overpowering weight into a way forward.

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