Leviticus 16:1-18:30
In the wake of tragedy, God outlines the service of Yom Kippur, a day devoted to national atonement and renewal. The parashah emphasizes restraint, responsibility, and the possibility of spiritual cleansing. It teaches that even after failure, the covenant can be healed.
In Jewish Thought and Philosophy, Theodicy and Parashat Acharei Mot by Rabbi Nathan Lopes Cardozo
The Jewish Tradition never told people not to question divine justice. Such questions are not only legitimate, they are holy because they rise from a deep realization that God is righteous and at the same time honest enough to admit that He is at fault.
In Halacha, Parashat Acharei Mot and Shabbat by Rabbi Nathan Lopes Cardozo
However much money Israel may make from hosting Eurovision, it is absolutely wrong and shameful that Israel’s leadership will allow violation of Shabbat on this occasion. It is self-evident that this has nothing to do with pikuach nefesh. Israel should cancel the Eurovision Song Contest if its organizers are not prepared to find a solution so that Israel can keep its head high and show the world what it means to stand for one’s principles.
In Jewish Thought and Philosophy and Parashat Acharei Mot by Rabbi Nathan Lopes Cardozo
Religious thinkers should refrain from giving primary reasons for forbidden sexual relations. There is no objective reason why homosexuality and incest are forbidden.