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 21, 2011

Reeh Limerick

Reeh has many themes including prohibitions against pagan worship; deliniating the holiday cycle and the importance of taking care of the stranger and those less fortunate in our midst.  It also continues the Deuteronomic theme of blessings and curses. 
Reeh
God gives a commandment this day
A Blessing for those who obey
But if you choose to ignore
Bad things are in store:
Curses for turning away
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1 comment:

  1. LarryKaufmanAugust 21, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    It's right from the very first verse,
    That choice between blessing and curse.
    And it's also a fact,
    Mustn't add or subtract--
    To do so will make life much worse.

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