In Parashat Yitro, the Jewish people receive the Torah at Mount Sinai, an experience that inspires “yir’ah,” a word that can be translated as as “awe” or “fear.” In a powerful Dvar Torah (recorded at Temple Beth-El on January 22, 2022), TBE member Jenna Hopp explores the options of choosing awe or fear within the lens of climate change in honor of Tu B’Shvat. Temple Beth-El is committed to leading people into growing relationships with Jewish community, wisdom, and practice that help them thrive intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually and that inspire them to build a more compassionate, just, and peaceful world. TBE Richmond Podcast is produced by Benjamin DaCosta-Kaufman. Our theme music is composed and produced by Stephen Frost. Learn more about our dynamic, warm, and passionate congregation, affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, at www.bethelrichmond.org.
