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Calendar of Torah andHaftarah Readings5782 – 57842021 – 2024
Notes:The Calendar of Torah readings follows a triennial cycle whereby in the first year of the cyclethe reading is selected from the first part of the parashah, in the second year from the middle,and in the third year from the last part.Alternative selections are offered each Shabbat: a shorter reading (around twenty verses) anda longer one (around thirty verses). The readings are a guide and congregations may chooseto read more or less from within that part of the parashah. On certain special Shabbatot, aspecial second (or exceptionally, third) scroll reading is read in addition to the week’s portion.Haftarah readings are chosen to parallel key elements in the section of the Torah being readand therefore vary from one year in the triennial cycle to the next. Some of the suggestedhaftarot are from taken from k’tuvim (Writings) rather than n’vi’ivm (Prophets). When this isthe case the appropriate, adapted blessings can be found on page 245 of the RJ siddur,Seder Ha-t’fillot.This calendar follows the Biblical definition of the length of festivals. Outside Israel, Orthodoxcommunities add a second day to some festivals and this means that for a few weeks theirreadings may be out of step with Reform/Liberal communities and all those in Israel. Theanticipatory blessing for the new month and observance of Rosh Chodesh (with hallel and asecond scroll reading) are given for the first day of the Hebrew month. Those who also wishto observe Rosh Chodesh on the thirtieth day of the preceding month (and therefore mayneed to bless the month a week earlier) will accordingly need to include hallel, a second scrollreading (Genesis 1:14-19) and haftarah for Rosh Chodesh.There are some instances where there is a discrepancy in the chapter and verse divisionsbetween Jewish and non-Jewish editions of the Bible. As this calendar follows the Jewishsystem, it is advised that a Jewish edition of the Bible is used for all readings.This calendar is based in form and content on the previous calendars edited byRabbis Jonathan Romain and Reuven Silverman.The readings are also published as part of the calendar on the Reform Judaism website.Queries, comments and corrections should be addressed to me, Rabbi Paul Freedman,c/o Radlett Reform Synagogue, 118 Watling Street, Radlett, Hertfordshire, WD7 7AA orrabbipaul@radlettreform.org.uk.Rabbi Paul FreedmanPublished by:The Movement for Reform JudaismSternberg Centre for Judaism80 East End RoadLondonN3 2SYadmin@rjuk.orgwww.reformjudaism.org.ukCopyright 2021 The Movement for Reform JudaismMay 2021 – Version 1
DATES OF FESTIVALS57822021-2257832022-2357842023-24Erev Rosh Hashanah1 Tishri6 September25 September15 SeptemberRosh Hashanah – 1st Day1 Tishri7 September26 September16 SeptemberRosh Hashanah – 2nd Day2 Tishri8 September27 September17 SeptemberKol Nidre10 Tishri15 September4 October24 SeptemberYom Kippur10 Tishri16 September5 October25 SeptemberErev Sukkot15 Tishri20 September9 October29 SeptemberSukkot – 1st Day15 Tishri21 September10 October30 SeptemberErev Sh’mini Atzeret/Simchat Torah22 Tishri27 September16 October6 OctoberSh’mini Atzeret/Simchat Torah22 Tishri28 September17 October7 OctoberChanukkah – 1st Night25 Kislev28 November18 December7 DecemberTu BiSh’vat15 Sh’vat17 January6 February25 JanuaryErev Purim14 Adar16 March6 March23 MarchPurim14 Adar17 March7 March24 March1st Seder Night15 Nisan15 April5 April22 AprilPesach – 1st Day15 Nisan16 April6 April23 AprilErev Pesach – 7th Day21 Nisan21 April11 April28 AprilPesach – 7th Day21 Nisan22 April12 April29 AprilErev Yom Ha-Shoah27 Nisan*27 April17 April5 May( 1)Yom Ha-Shoah27 Nisan*28 April18 April6 May( 1)Erev Yom Ha-Atzma’ut5 Iyar*4 May(-1)25 April13 May( 1)Yom Ha-Atzma’ut5 Iyar*5 May(-1)26 April14 May( 1)Lag Ba-Omer18 Iyar19 May9 May26 MayErev Shavuot6 Sivan4 June25 May11 JuneShavuot6 Sivan5 June26 May12 JuneErev Tishah B’Av9 Av*6 August( 1)26 July12 AugustTishah B’Av9 Av*7 August( 1)27 July13 August* In the years indicated, observance is brought forward or deferred to fall on a different Hebrew date.Note that the Hebrew date advances at sunset, therefore the festival eve (Erev) and festival day have the sameHebrew date listed.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578407 September 2021Genesis 22:1-19Deuteronomy 29:9-14 Isaiah 55:1-131 Tishri 5782Rosh HashanahBinding of IsaacAll Israel stands before GodThe call to return to God08 September 2021Genesis 21:1-21Leviticus 23:23-32 1 Samuel 1:1-2:102 Tishri 5782Rosh Hashanah (2nd Day)Birth of Isaac and expulsion of IshmaelRosh Hashanah and Yom KippurBirth of Samuel and Hannah's Song ofPraise11 September 20215 Tishri 5782Shabbat ShuvahVa-yeilechor Deuteronomy 31:14-24Deuteronomy 31:14-30Hosea 14:2-10; Micah7:18-20 & Joel 2:15-16Moses' last daysMoses' final warningCall to repentance16 September 2021Exodus 33:12-34:9Leviticus 19:1-18 Isaiah 57:14-58:1410 Tishri 5782Yom KippurMoses encounters the divine presenceThe holiness codeWhat God requires as true penitence16 September 2021Deuteronomy 30:8-20 Book of Jonah10 Tishri 5782Yom Kippur - AfternoonChoice between life and deathRepentance and forgiveness18 September 202112 Tishri 5782Ha’azinuorDeuteronomy 32:30-43Deuteronomy 32:40-52 2 Samuel 22:1-51Farewell song of MosesAppointment of Joshua, Law entrusted tothe priests; Israel's joy in God's salvationSong of David21 September 2021Leviticus 23:39-44Deuteronomy 28:1-6 1 Kings 8:22-30, 41-4315 Tishri 5782Sukkot 1st DayThe laws of SukkotBlessingsSolomon's prayer25 September 2021Deuteronomy 8:1-1819 Tishri 5782Shabbat Chol Ha-mo'ed SukkotGod's protection of Israel throughout herwanderingsThe laws of SukkotThe achievement of wisdom ororDeuteronomy 16:13-17Ecclesiastes 1:1-18Ecclesiastes 2:1-26Ezekiel 38:18-39:1628 September 2021Deuteronomy 34:1-12Genesis 1:1-2:3 Joshua 1:1-9Restoration of Israel in Messianic Days22 Tishri 5782Sh'mini Atzeret/ Simchat TorahThe death of MosesCreationThe succession of Joshua–1–Key:- Torah Reading 1,- Torah Reading 2,- Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578402 October 2021B'reishitor Genesis 2:4-25Genesis 1:24-2:25Isaiah 42:5-43:1009 October 2021Noachor Lech L'chaVa-yeiraor 3 Cheshvan 5782Noah and the catastrophe of the floodCatastrophe at Judgment Day10 Cheshvan 5782Call of AbrahamSeparation of Abraham and LotRescue from captivity to proclaim God’spraise17 Cheshvan 5782Genesis 18:1-19Genesis 18:1-332 Kings 4:8-3730 October 2021Chayyei Sarahor orGod the Creator of the worldGenesis 12:1-20Genesis 12:1-13:12Isaiah 43:11-2123 October 2021Promise of a son for Abraham and SarahAbraham intercedes for SodomShunamite woman is promised a son24 Cheshvan 5782Genesis 23:1-20Genesis 23:1-24:9Proverbs 31:10-312 Samuel 1:17-2:1106 November 2021Tol'dot2 Kislev 5782Va-yeitzeior 9 Kislev 5782Genesis 28:10-29:11Genesis 28:10-29:20Joshua 4:1-1420 November 2021Va-yishlachor Birth of Jacob and Esau; selling ofbirthrightIsaac and the PhilistinesBirth of SamuelGenesis 25:19-26:121 Samuel 1:1-2013 November 2021Blessing for KislevDeath of Sarah; Burial in HebronAbraham seeks wife for IsaacA woman of virtueDavid mourns Saul and Jonathan; Davidreigns in HebronGenesis 25:19-26:5or Blessing for CheshvanCreation of man and womanGenesis 6:9-7:5Genesis 6:9-7:24Isaiah 24:1-2316 October 2021or 26 Tishri 5782Jacob’s dream and stone of memorialJacob serves Laban for a wifeJoshua crosses Jordan and erectsmemorial stones16 Kislev 5782Genesis 32:4-30Genesis 32:4-33Obadiah 1: 1-21Jacob wrestles with messenger of GodIsrael’s triumph over enemies prophesied–2–Key:- Torah Reading 1,- Torah Reading 2,- Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578427 November 2021Va-yeishevor 23 Kislev 5782Genesis 37:1-22Genesis 37:1-36Amos 2:6-3:8Dreams of the young JosephBrothers sell Joseph into slaveryAmos castigates Israel for selling thetzaddik for silver29 November 202125 Kislev 5782Chanukkah (1st Day)04 December 202130 Kislev 5782Shabbat ChanukkahBlessing for Tevet, Machar ChodeshJoseph interprets Pharaoh’s dreamsJoseph’s elevation to viceroyDedication offering of the altarVision of the candlestickMikkeitzor Genesis 41:25-49Genesis 41:1-44Numbers 7:87-89Zechariah 4:1-1411 December 2021Va-yiggashor Genesis 44:18-45:7Genesis 44:18-45:181 Kings 18:1-1518 December 2021Va-y'chior orSh'motVa-eiraBoJacob’s death-bed blessing to Ephraim andManassehFather’s advice to his sonBlessing of the faithful21 Tevet 5782Oppression in EgyptInfancy of MosesDeliverance vouchsafed by God28 Tevet 5782B'shallachBlessing for Sh'vatName of God and promise of redemptionMission of Moses and AaronGod brought the Israelites out of Egypt forthe sake of God's name6 Sh'vat 5782Exodus 10:1-20Exodus 10:1-29Jeremiah 46:13-2815 January 2022or 14 Tevet 5782Exodus 6:2-13Exodus 6:2-7:7Ezekiel 20:2-1208 January 2022or Elijah reveals true identityExodus 1:1-22Exodus 1:1-2:10Isaiah 27:6-1301 January 2022or Joseph reveals true identityGenesis 48:8-22Genesis 47:28-48:22Proverbs 4:1-27Isaiah 65:8-2525 December 2021or 7 Tevet 5782Plague of locusts, plague of darknessProphecy against Egypt13 Sh'vat 5782Exodus 13:17-14:14Exodus 13:17-14:25Judges 4:4-24Shabbat ShirahCrossing of sea and victory over EgyptiansVictory over Canaanites–3–Key:- Torah Reading 1,- Torah Reading 2,- Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578417 January 202215 Sh'vat 578222 January 202220 Sh'vat 5782Yitroor Exodus 18:1-23Exodus 18:1-271 Kings 3:1-1529 January 2022Mishpatimor T'rumahor 27 Sh'vat 5782T'tzavveh4 Adar I 5782Materials for tabernacle, ark andappurtenancesBuilding Solomon’s Temple11 Adar I 5782Exodus 27:20-28:21Exodus 27:20-28:301 Samuel 23:1-1319 February 2022Ki TissaThe eternal light, the ephod, thebreastplateDavid consults the Ephod18 Adar I 5782Exodus 31:1-32:6or Exodus 31:1-32:14Jeremiah 22:1-16orJeremiah 17:19-2726 February 2022Va-yakhelor or25 Adar I 5782Shabbat Sh'kalimBlessing for Adar IIThe Shabbat and gifts for the tabernacleLaw of half-shekel donation for the TempleJehoiada’s chest for Temple fundsMeticulous construction of God's sanctuary2 Adar II 5782P'kudeior Craftsmen of the tabernacle. Observanceof ShabbatGolden CalfCraftmanship still requires ethicalbehaviourShabbatExodus 35:1-20Exodus 35:1-29Exodus 30:11-162 Kings 12:1-171 Kings 7:40-5005 March 2022Blessing for Adar ILegislation concerning slavery, murder,personal injuries etcCondemnation for reversing the release ofslavesExodus 25:1-22Exodus 25:1-301 Kings 5:26-6:1312 February 2022or Arrival of JethroAdvice to Moses for judging peopleSolomon’s prayer for wisdomExodus 21:1-19Exodus 21:1-27Jeremiah 34:8-22; 33:25-2605 February 2022Tu BiSh'vatExodus 38:21-39:1Exodus 38:21-39:71 Kings 7:51-8:21Tabernacle inventoryCompletion of the Temple for God'spresence–4–Key:- Torah Reading 1,- Torah Reading 2,- Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578412 March 20229 Adar II 5782Va-yikra Leviticus 1:1-2:6Leviticus 1:1-2:16Deuteronomy 25:17-191 Samuel 30:1-18or1 Samuel 2:11-21orThe burnt offering and the meal offeringRemembrance of AmalekDavid saves his two wives and anAmalekite’s servantSamuel is raised by Eli the priest. Hisparents visit at the time of the annualsacrifice.17 March 2022The Book of Esther14 Adar II 578219 March 202216 Adar II 5782Tzavor Leviticus 6:1-23Leviticus 6:1-7:10Jeremiah 7:21-29; 9:22-2326 March 2022or Leviticus 9:1-15Leviticus 9:1-24Numbers 19:1-10Ezekiel 36:23-3802 April 2022Tazriaor orM'tzora Shabbat Ha-chodeshShabbat Rosh ChodeshPurification after childbirthThe priest investigates plaguesCreation of sun, moon and starsPesach instructionsJosiah revives PesachExiles celebrate Pesach8 Nisan 5782Shabbat Ha-gadolLeviticus 14:1-20Malachi 3:4-24 (note verse 23is repeated after verse 24)16 April 2022Exodus 12:37-51Deuteronomy 8:10-18Purification from plagueApproach of the Day of Judgment15 Nisan 5782Pesach, 1st DayExodus from EgyptDanger of forgetting God in times ofprosperityVision of the valley of dry bones21 Nisan 5782Pesach, 7th DayThe Song at the Red SeaUniqueness of the God of IsraelDavid's song of thanksgivingEzekiel 37:1-1422 April 2022Exodus 14:30-15:18Deuteronomy 4:32-39 2 Samuel 22:1-7, 17-31Shabbat ParahBlessing for NisanAaron and his sons officiate in thetabernacleThe Red HeiferMoral purification of Israel1 Nisan 5782Leviticus 12:1-8Leviticus 12:1-13:8Genesis 1:14-19Exodus 12:1-112 Kings 23:1-27Ezra 6:19-7:1009 April 2022PurimThe Jews of Shushan are savedFurther instructions concerning thesacrificial offeringsSacrifices are no substitute for obeyingGod, practising kindness, justice andrighteousness23 Adar II 5782Sh'miniShabbat Zachor–5–Key:- Torah Reading 1,- Torah Reading 2,- Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578423 April 202222 Nisan 5782Acharei Motor Leviticus 16:1-17Leviticus 16:1-24Zechariah 3:1-1030 April 202229 Nisan 5782K'doshim Atonement ritual of the High Priest in theHoly of HoliesVision of the Atonement of Joshua theHigh PriestLeviticus 19:1-18Deuteronomy 11:8-12Micah 4:1-1305 May 20224 Iyyar 578207 May 20226 Iyyar 5782Emoror Leviticus 21:1-15Leviticus 21:1-22:9Ezekiel 44:15-3114 May 2022Laws concerning priestsLaws concerning priestsLeviticus 25:1-13Leviticus 25:1-18Jeremiah 34:6-15Sabbatical and JubileeProclaiming release for slaves in the timeof Zedekiah, as in the seventh year19 May 202218 Iyyar 578221 May 202220 Iyyar 5782B'chukkotaior Leviticus 26:3-13Leviticus 26:3-20Jeremiah 16:19-17:1428 May 2022Numbers 1:1-19Numbers 1:1-472 Samuel 24:1-1404 June 2022Blessing for SivanMoses numbers IsraelitesDetails of the censusDavid numbers the Israelites5 Sivan 5782Nasoor Lag Ba-OmerBlessingsand cursesChoice between blessings and curses27 Iyyar 5782B'midbaror Yom Ha-Atzma'ut13 Iyyar 5782B'haror Shabbat Atzma'utBlessing for Iyyar, MochoratayimChodeshLaws of holinessThe Land of IsraelZion’s restoration and future gloryNumbers 5:1-16Numbers 5:1-31Ezekiel 18:1-2305 June 2022Exodus 19:16-20:17Deuteronomy 16:9-12 Ruth 1:1-22orIsaiah 6:1-13Expulsion of lepers; the Restitution ofwrongs; Ordeal of jealousyRetribution, repentance and forgiveness6 Sivan 5782ShavuotThe Ten CommandmentsThe laws of ShavuotCovenant of AbrahamGod's revelation to Isaiah–6–Key:- Torah Reading 1,- Torah Reading 2,- Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578411 June 202212 Sivan 5782B'ha'alot'chaNumbers 9:15-10:13or Numbers 9:1-10:13Joshua 6:1-2018 June 202219 Sivan 5782Sh'lach L'chaor Numbers 13:25-14:10Numbers 13:1-14:10Joshua 2:1-2425 June 2022The people rebel against God in asking foran earthly kingMoses is punished at Meribah, conflict withEdomites; death of AaronSolomon is punished for lapsesGod will quench the thirst of poor andneedy10 Tammuz 5782BalakNumbers 22:2-20Numbers 22:2-31Micah 5:6-6:816 July 2022Hiring of Balaam to curse IsraelGod’s protection of Israel against Balaamand others in the past and the duties Godnow requires17 Tammuz 5782PinchasNumbers 25:10-26:4Numbers 25:10-26:111 Kings 19:1-2123 July 2022Zeal of Pinchas; second censusThe zeal of Elijah24 Tammuz 5782Mattot orKorach challenges Moses’ leadershipNumbers 20:1-21Numbers 20:1-291 Kings 11:1-13Isaiah 41:1-2009 July 2022or Blessing for Tammuz3 Tammuz 5782Chukkator The spies at JerichoNumbers 16:1-19Numbers 16:1-17:51 Samuel 11:14-12:2202 July 2022or orReport of the spies on the land of Israel26 Sivan 5782Korachor Cloud over the tabernacle; the silvertrumpetsThe second PassoverThe fall of JerichoNumbers 30:2-171 Samuel 1:1-20Jeremiah 1:1-2:3Blessing for AvWomen's vowsHannah makes a vowFirst of three haftarot of rebuke precedingNinth of Av–7–Key:- Torah Reading 1,- Torah Reading 2,- Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578430 July 20222 Av 5782Mas'eior Numbers 33:1-10Numbers 33:1-39Jeremiah 2:4-28; 3:4; 4:1-206 August 2022D'varimor Review of wanderings in stagesEventual reward of the faithful; second ofthree haftarot of rebuke preceding Ninth ofAv9 Av 5782Deuteronomy 1:1-21Deuteronomy 1:1-33Isaiah 1:1-27Shabbat ChazonMoses reviews the journey from Sinai toKadeshThe vision of Isaiah.Third haftarah of rebuke preceding Ninthof Av 06 August 2022Lamentations - a selection10 Av 5782Erev Tishah B'AvJeremiah laments destruction of FirstTemple07 August 2022Deuteronomy 4:25-40 2 Samuel 1:17-2710 Av 5782Tishah B'AvFaith on the day of distressSaul and Jonathan13 August 202216 Av 5782Shabbat NachamuVa-etchannanor Deuteronomy 3:23-4:14Deuteronomy 3:23-4:31Isaiah 40:1-2620 August 2022Eikevor 23 Av 5782Deuteronomy 9:1-19Deuteronomy 9:1-29Isaiah 50:1-51:327 August 2022R'eihor Deuteronomy 11:26-12:10Deuteronomy 11:26-12:281 Samuel 20:18-42orIsaiah 54:11-55:503 September 2022Shof'timor Moses’ prayer and its rejection; appeal forobedienceWords of consolationReview of the Golden Calf episodeGod’s compassion for Israel despite hersins30 Av 5782Blessing for ElulMachar ChodeshWay in which God is to be worshippedNew Moon sets the scene for Covenantbetween David and JonathanConsolation in the everlasting covenant7 Elul 5782Deuteronomy 16:18-17:13Deuteronomy 16:18-17:201 Samuel 8:1-22Position of judges and kingsIsraelites demand a king to rule over them–8–Key:- Torah Reading 1,- Torah Reading 2,- Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578410 September 202214 Elul 5782Ki Teitzeior orDeuteronomy 21:10-22:7Deuteronomy 21:10-22:12Proverbs 23:15-26Amos 5:6-24Family laws, rebellious son; laws ofkindness and miscellaneous lawsA wise and righteous sonCondemnation of wrong-doing17 September 202221 Elul 5782Ki Tavoor Deuteronomy 26:1-19Deuteronomy 26:1-27:8Nehemiah 8:1-12orIsaiah 60:1-22Tithes and regard for the needy Covenantbetween God and IsraelExiles re-gather in Jerusalem in theseventh monthJerusalem rejoices in God’s glory24 September 202228 Elul 5782Nitzavim Deuteronomy 29:9-28Isaiah 61:10-62:12, 63:1-9Covenant and failure to follow itThe joy that springs from loyalty26 September 2022Genesis 22:1-19Deuteronomy 29:9-14 Isaiah 55:1-131 Tishri 5783Rosh HashanahBinding of IsaacAll Israel stands before GodThe call to return to God27 September 2022Genesis 21:1-21Leviticus 23:23-32 1 Samuel 1:1-2:102 Tishri 5783Rosh Hashanah (2nd Day)Birth of Isaac and expulsion of IshmaelRosh Hashanah and Yom KippurBirth of Samuel and Hannah's Song ofPraise01 October 20226 Tishri 5783Shabbat ShuvahVa-yeilechor Deuteronomy 31:1-9Deuteronomy 31:1-13Hosea 14:2-10, Micah7:18-20 Joel 2:15-16Moses prepares for deathCall for repentance05 October 2022Exodus 33:12-34:9Leviticus 19:1-18 Isaiah 57:14-58:1410 Tishri 5783Yom KippurMoses encounters the divine presenceThe holiness codeWhat God requires as true penitence05 October 2022Deuteronomy 30:8-20 Book of Jonah10 Tishri 5783Yom Kippur - AfternoonChoice between life and deathRepentance and forgiveness08 October 202213 Tishri 5783Ha’azinuor Deuteronomy 32:1-12Deuteronomy 32:1-182 Samuel 22:1-51Song of MosesSong of David–9–Key:- Torah Reading 1,- Torah Reading 2,- Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578410 October 2022Leviticus 23:39-44Deuteronomy 28:1-6 1 Kings 8:22-30, 41-4315 Tishri 5783Sukkot 1st DayThe laws of SukkotBlessingsSolomon's prayer15 October 2022Deuteronomy 8:1-1820 Tishri 5783Shabbat Chol Ha-mo'ed SukkotGod's protection of Israel throughout herwanderingsThe laws of SukkotThe achievement of wisdom ororDeuteronomy 16:13-17Ecclesiastes 1:1-18Ecclesiastes 2:1-26Ezekiel 38:18-39:16Restoration of Israel in Messianic Days17 October 2022Deuteronomy 34:1-12Genesis 1:1-2:3 Joshua 1:1-922 Tishri 5783Shemini Atzeret/Simchat TorahThe death of MosesCreationThe succession of Joshua22 October 202227 Tishri 5783Blessing for CheshvanB'reishitor Genesis 3:1-21Genesis 3:1-24Isaiah 61:1-1129 October 2022Noachor Lech L'chaVa-yeiraChayyei Sarah11 Cheshvan 5783Covenant of the pieces Melchizedek's pactwith AbramGod's constant support of Israel18 Cheshvan 5783Sodom and GomorrahPower of repentance25 Cheshvan 5783Genesis 24:1-26Genesis 24:1-381 Kings 1:1-3126 November 2022Tol'dotor God's covenant with Noah at the end ofthe floodGod's covenant with IsraelGenesis 19:1-21Genesis 19:1-29Ezekiel 18:1-2319 November 2022or 4 Cheshvan 5783Genesis 15:1-21Genesis 14:1-15:6Isaiah 40:27-41:1012 November 2022or God clothes humankind in righteousnessGenesis 9:1-17Genesis 8:1-9:17Isaiah 54:1-55:505 November 2022or Adam and Eve; Expulsion from EdenBlessing for KislevAbraham looks to the future and seeks awife for IsaacDavid looks to the future and appointsSolomon his heir2 Kislev 5783Genesis 26:12-29Genesis 26:12-352 Samuel 23:1-17Isaac's problems with the Philistines; theirpeace treatyDavid's men gain water from the Philistines– 10 –Key:- Torah Reading 1,- Torah Reading 2,- Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578403 December 20229 Kislev 5783Va-yeitzeior Genesis 29:12-30Genesis 29:31-30:24Hosea 12:13-13:8; 14:9-1010 December 2022Va-yishlachor 16 Kislev 5783Genesis 33:1-20Genesis 33:1-34:31Hosea 12:1-1117 December 2022Va-yeishevor Jacob's service for RachelRachel, Leah and their childrenSins of Israel, mention of Jacob's serviceJacob's reconciliation with EsauThe rape of DinahComparison of history of Israel with life ofJacob23 Kislev 5783Genesis 39:1-18Genesis 39:1-23Amos 2:6-3:8Joseph resists seduction by Potiphar's wifeProphet warns against injustice andimmorality19 December 202225 Kislev 5783Chanukkah (1st Day)24 December 202230 Kislev 5783Shabbat ChanukkahBlessing for Tevet, Machar ChodeshJoseph tests his brothersMikkeitzor Genesis 42:1-23Genesis 42:1-38Numbers 7:84-86Zechariah 4:1-1431 December 2022Va-yiggashDedication of the altarVision of the candlestick7 Tevet 5783Genesis 45:8-28or Genesis 45:8-46:7Ezekiel 37:1-2807 January 2023Va-y'chior The twelve brothers are reunited inharmonyJacob journeys to EgyptReturn and reunification of the tribes14 Tevet 5783Genesis 49:33-50:13Genesis 49:1-331 Kings 2:1-1214 January 2023Sh'motDeaths of Jacob and JosephBlessing of the tribes of IsraelDeath of King David21 Tevet 5783Exodus 3:1-22or Exodus 2:11-3:15Jeremiah 1:1-1921 January 2023Va-eiraor Moses encounters his kinsfolk, marriesZipporahThe call of Moses at burning bushThe call of Jeremiah28 Tevet 5783Exodus 6:29-7:18Exodus 7:19-8:6Ezekiel 28:25-29:21Blessing for Sh'vatMoses and the magicians; the plagues ofblood and frogsProphecy against Pharaoh– 11 –Key:- Torah Reading 1,- Torah Reading 2,- Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578428 January 2023Boor orExodus 11:1-12:11Exodus 11:1-12:28Isaiah 19:19-252 Samuel 24:15-2504 February 2023B'shallachor 6 Sh'vat 5783PassoverWarning of the tenth plagueGod will be known to the EgyptiansDavid averts plague afflicting Israelites13 Sh'vat 5783Exodus 14:26-15:27Exodus 15:19-16:10Judges 5:1-31Pursuit of Egyptians; Song at the SeaSong of Miriam; Journey to SinaiSong of Deborah06 February 202315 Sh'vat 578311 February 202320 Sh'vat 5783Yitroor orExodus 18:24-19:13Exodus 19:1-252 Chronicles 19:4-11Joshua 24:1-2418 February 2023Mishpatimor orT'rumahor 27 Sh'vat 5783 Exodus 28:29-29:9Exodus 28:31-29:18Deuteronomy 25:17-191 Samuel 30:1-18or1 Samuel 23:1-1307 March 2023The Book of EstherShabbat Sh'kalimBlessing for AdarLaws: civil, criminal, ritual and ethicalLaw of half-shekel donation for the TempleJehoiada’s chest for Temple fundsThe supremacy of justice4 Adar 5783The sanctuary - the table and menorahCurtains and covering of the tabernacleIsrael as a light to the nations11 Adar 5783T'tzavvehorJehoshaphat instructs the judgesRatification of the Covenant by JoshuaExodus 25:23-40Exodus 25:23-26:14Isaiah 49:1-1304 March 2023Tu BiSh'vatThe Revelation at SinaiExodus 22:20-23:13Exodus 22:1-30Exodus 30:11-162 Kings 12:1-17Amos 5:1-2425 February 2023Shabbat ShirahShabbat ZachorThe breastplate of judgment;Priests' garments and investitureRemembrance of AmalekDavid saves his two wives and anAmalekite’s servantDavid consults the Ephod14 Adar 5783PurimThe Jews of Shushan are saved– 12 –Key:- Torah Reading 1,- Torah Reading 2,- Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578411 March 202318 Adar 5783Ki Tissaor orExodus 32:7-20Exodus 32:15-35Numbers 19:1-10Ezekiel 36:23-381 Kings 12:25-13:10The Golden CalfThe reaction of MosesThe Red HeiferMoral purification of IsraelJereboam’s idolatry18 March 202325 Adar 5783Va-yakhel - P'kudeior ororExodus 35:20-35/ 39:2-20Exodus 35:20-36:7/ 39:2-32Exodus 12:1-112 Kings 23:1-27Ezra 6:19-7:10Jeremiah 9:22-10:1625 March 2023Pesach instructionsJosiah revives PesachExiles celebrate PesachEthical wisdomLeviticus 2:7-3:18Leviticus 3:1-4:5Isaiah 44:6-2301 April 2023Meal offering; first fruitsPeace offering; sin-offeringGod's greatness contrasted with the sin ofidolatry10 Nisan 5783Tzavor Shabbat Ha-chodeshBlessing for NisanWisdom in craftmanship3 Nisan 5783Va-yikraor Shabbat ParahLeviticus 7:22-38Leviticus 7:22 - 8:13Malachi 3:4-24 (note verse 23is repeated after verse 24)06 April 2023Exodus 12:37-51Deuteronomy 8:10-18Shabbat Ha-gadolProhibition of fat and bloodPeace offering; Consecration of priestsApproach of the Day of Judgment15 Nisan 5783Pesach, 1st DayExodus from EgyptDanger of forgetting God in times ofprosperityVision of the valley of dry bones08 April 2023Exodus 13:3-10Deuteronomy 10:12-19 Isaiah 11:1-12:6orSong of Songs 2:1-1717 Nisan 5783Shabbat Chol Ha-mo'ed PesachThe Pesach lawsThe requirements of GodFuture LiberationAn allegory of God's relationship withIsrael12 April 2023Exodus 14:30-15:18Deuteronomy 4:32-39 2 Samuel 22:1-7, 17-3121 Nisan 5783Pesach, 7th DayThe Song at the Red SeaUniqueness of the God of IsraelDavid's song of thanksgiving Ezekiel 37:1-14– 13 –Key:- Torah Reading 1,- Torah Reading 2,- Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578415 April 202324 Nisan 5783Sh'minior Leviticus 10:1-15Leviticus 10:1-202 Samuel 6:1-12Blessing for IyyarDeaths of Nadav and AvihuRitual restrictions on priestsDeath of Uzzah22 April 20231 Iyyar 5783Shabbat Atzma'utShabbat Rosh ChodeshPlague affecting persons and garments /Purification from plagueCreation of the sun, moon and starsThe Land of IsraelZion’s restoration and future gloryElisha heals during siege26 April 20235 Iyyar 5783Yom Ha-Atzma'ut29 April 20238 Iyyar 5783Tazria - M'tzoraor orLeviticus 13:38-46 / 14:21-32Leviticus 13:38-59 / 14:21-32Genesis 1:14-19Deuteronomy 11:8-12Micah 4:1-132 Kings 7: 3-20Acharei Mot - K'doshimLeviticus 16:29-17:7orLeviticus 19:23-37 orIsaiah 5:1-16Zechariah 3:1-1006 May 202315 Iyyar 5783Emoror Atonement ritual of the priests / Laws ofholiness and prohibition of superstitionLaws of holiness and prohibition ofsuperstitionHoliness instead of oppressionVision of the Atonement of Joshua theHigh PriestLeviticus 22:26-23:16Leviticus 22:26-23:22Jeremiah 17:19-27Sacrifices, Shabbat and festivalsPesach and ShavuotShabbat09 May 202318 Iyyar 578313 May 202322 Iyyar 5783B'har - B'chukkotaiLeviticus 25:19-38 / 26:30-46or Leviticus 25:19-46 / 26:30-27:15Jeremiah 32:6-27orJeremiah 16:19-17:1420 May 2023Redemption of land and regard for thepoor / Punishment and atonement/ Redemption of vows and tithesRedemption of family land and faith in thefutureHope of redemption29 Iyyar 5783B'midbaror Numbers 1:44-54Numbers 1:44-2:41 Samuel 20:18-42or2 Samuel 24:1-14Lag Ba-OmerBlessing for SivanMachar ChodeshThe census; Levites excludedEncampment of the tribesNew Moon sets the scene for Covenantbetween David and JonathanDavid’s census– 14 –Key:- Torah Reading 1,- Torah Reading 2,- Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578426 May 2023Exodus 19:16-20:17Deuteronomy 16:9-12 Ruth 1:1-22orIsaiah 6:1-136 Sivan 578327 May 20237 Sivan 5783Nasoor Numbers 6:1-21Numbers 6:1-27Judges 13:2-2503 June 2023Numbers 11:1-18Numbers 11:1-292 Kings 2:1-1510 June 2023Numbers 14:1-19Numbers 14:1-30Zechariah 8:3-2317 June 2023Moses pleads with God to spare IsraelGod will save Israel despite theirprovocations28 Sivan 5783Korachor Leadership of Israel in the wildernessYearning for Egypt; elders prophesyElijah’s spirit rests upon Elisha21 Sivan 5783Sh'lach L'chaor Laws of the NaziritePriestly blessingBirth of Samson14 Sivan 5783B'ha'alot'chaor Numbers 17:6-26Numbers 17:1-28Jeremiah 31:27-4024 June 2023Aaron’s position is vindicated following therebellion of KorachNew covenant to be made with IsraelNumbers 20:1-21Death of Miriam; Moses is punished forstriking the rockConflict with Edomites; death of AaronSolomon is punished for lapsesNumbers 20:1-291 Kings 11:1-1301 July 202312 Tammuz 5783Balakor Blessing for Tammuz5 Tammuz 5783Chukkator ShavuotThe Ten CommandmentsThe laws of ShavuotCovenant of AbrahamGod's revelation to IsaiahNumbers 23:1-23Numbers 23:1-30Micah 5:6-6:8Balaam prophesies pre-eminence of IsraelGod’s power over BalaamGod’s power over Israel and her enemies.Prime human virtues.– 15 –Key:- Torah Reading 1,- Torah Reading 2,- Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading.
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 – 578408 July 202319 Tammuz 5783PinchasorNumbers 27:1-20Numbers 27:1-23 orJeremiah 1:1-2:3Joshua 17:1-13orProverbs 31:10-3115 July 2023Daughters of Zelophechad claiminheritance; Joshua appointed successor toMosesHaftarah of rebuke preceding Ninth of AvDaughters of Zelophechad receive theirinheritanceA woman of worth26 Tammuz 5783Mattot - Mas'eiorNumbers 32:1-19 / 35:9-34Numbers 32:1-32 / 35:9-36:13 Jeremiah 2:4-28; 3:4; 4:1-222 July 2023or Two and a half tribes are allowed to settleEast of Jordan / The six cities of refuge foraccidental homicideEventual reward of the faithful: Secondhaftarah of rebuke preceding Ninth of Av4 Av 5783D'varimBlessing for AvDeuteronomy 1:21-38Deuteronomy 1:21-46Isaiah 1:1-27Sha
Calendar of Torah and Haftarah Readings 5782 - 5784 - 2 - Key: - Torah Reading 1, - Torah Reading 2, - Torah Reading 3, - Haftarah Reading. 02 October 2021 B'reishit 26 Tishri 5782 Blessing for Cheshvan Genesis 2:4-25 or Genesis 1:24-2:25 Creation of man and woman Isaiah 42:5-43:10 God the Creator of the world 09 October 2021
