06/19/2026
This week we read Korach, Numbers 16:1−18:32, in which Korach and his followers, Dathan and Abiram, lead a rebellion against the leadership of Moses and Aaron. God punishes the rebels by burying them and their families alive. Once again, God brings a plague on the people, but there is also beauty: Aaron's staff brings forth sprouts, produces blossoms, and bears almonds. Click/tap the link to read the text and commentaries, and plan to join us at 7 PM at TBJ or online for our evening Shabbat service!
Now Korach, son of Izhar son of Kohath son of Levi, betook himself, along with Dathan and Abiram sons of Eliab, and On son of Peleth--decendants of Reuben--to rise up against Moses, ... - Numbers 16:1-2