In just a few days, here in the United States, we will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding.

This week, people around the world are commemorating World Ocean Week—a time to recognize the Ocean that sustains life on our planet. It is a worthy celebration. But as Jews, perhaps we are called to think a little differently.

I Love Dr. Suess. Like most people, I grew up with “Green Eggs & Ham,” “Hop on Pop,” “Horton Hears a Who” and so many more. One of my favorites, with a deep, hidden message, is “Yertle, the Turtle.”

This week’s Torah Portion, Parshat Nitzavim, is the perfect parsha to proceed Tikkun HaYam’s Sixth Annual Reverse Tashlich. If you’ve...

Join the Jewish community international cleanup and learn how to host a local Reverse Tashlich debris cleanup.