In Parshas Vayeria, Abraham serves as an example of an unselfish, morally sound individual who respects and trusts God's authority. We can, too.

The Hebrew word ba'adam literally means 'in the human being', not by the human being. Let's be honest. Judaism prohibits abortion and Torah gives no permission for it.

The Hebrew text literally means A Premature Birth, not a miscarriage. Let's be honest. Judaism prohibits abortion and Torah gives no permission for it.

In Parshas Lech-Lecha, Abraham begins a journey of spiritual advancement to save the world from violence and destruction. We participate in that mission by supporting the right to life from conception.

Parshas Noach promises us rebirth and redemption after spiritual death. We get countless chances over many generations to know God and to choose life.

Parshas Bereishit teaches us to respect human life because we are made in God's image. Every abortion destroys God's essence in an unborn child, leading to suffering and death.

Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah prepare us for a decisive spiritual victory in the battle for life and truth. We now possess the motivation to succeed day in and day out.

The Harvest Festival of Sukkot reminds us that God gives us life, sustenance and prosperity as long as we remain close to Him and serve Him with love and faithfulness.

In Parshas Ha’azinu, Moses reminds us that children are our future. We pray that God will soon deliver us from those within our culture who wage war against our innocent unborn children.

Miraculous conceptions and births play a central role in our Rosh Hashanah readings. Like every baby created and born today, each one has a unique and vital role in the ongoing story of human existence.