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Parashat: Genesis 6:9 – 11:32             

Haftarah: Isaiah 54:1 – 55:5 

Lawlessness has been at work, and the forces of darkness will continue to wage war against the light. Those who prevail are those who have received the love of the truth. In these times, it is important that we continue to spread the good news, but it is perhaps of even greater importance that we continue to strengthen the righteousness in our gates and fight diligently to keep the light–the love and presence of truth–from going dim. For it is the light, those who are righteous, who will preserve the people. The book of Proverbs reminds us of this truth:

Proverbs 11:10-11

“When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices; and when the wicked perish, there is jubilation. By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted, but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.” Read Full Text