July 06, 2001 • Page Image 55
…Community Torah Portion Praise Should Not Stop Us From Correcting Our Failures the prophets, who reminded our ances- tors of their failings, and prodded our people to strive to become better. The balance provided by those who criticize and challenge us to improve is necessary to keep us from complacency and pride. As in ancient days, we should seek lthough this week's Torah por- balance in how we view our community tion is named for Balak, ...…

















































