Why Torah Limericks?

Over the course of the past two years, I have taken up the hobby (more of an obsession really) of writing a Limerick for every Torah weekly portion in the Jewish calendar. I'm not exactly sure WHY I have done this. But, I've enjoyed it- and from the feedback I've received on my facebook page, others have enjoyed them as well. After a few weak attempts to get them published in a book form, I've decided that I'd try out the format of a blog to share my efforts.
One of the things I've enjoyed most about the facebook posts is when others have posted their responses to my limericks with their own. Feel free to do so on this blog as well.


The rules of this blog are but few
To post, here is what you must do:
Find a rhyme exegetical
Doctrinal or heretical
Be you Christian, Muslim or Jew.


I look forward to the conversation.
LET THE LIMERICKS BEGIN!!!!!

Sunday, August 14, 2011

Eikev Limerick

This week's parasha continues with Moses' admonition to the Israelites not to forget the lessons learned during the 40 years of wandering in the wilderness. In particular, it addresses the concept of hubris: understanding that any successes and/or failures in the land are directly the results of God's reward or punishment.

When you’ve tasted the fruits of the land
It’s important that you understand
Though you’ve plowed and you’ve tilled
And your stomach’s been filled
It really all came from God’s hand
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2 comments:

  1. LarryKaufmanAugust 14, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    Your behavior is going to be scored!
    Will God punish? Or will He reward?
    You know the ingredients
    Comprising obedience,
    So follow the words of the Lord!

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  2. JudyAugust 16, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    Beware, that your God you never forget,
    For if pride is your master you will beget,
    The unhappy end of nations perished,
    Instead of a bountiful future cherished,
    So, honor God and you’ll have no regret!

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