Parashat Korach: What Is Worth Fighting For? Recorded Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 5 Tamuz 5786
In Parashat Korach, Korach and his followers challenge the leadership of Moses and Aharon, raising questions that remain deeply relevant today: When is it right to challenge authority? What makes a disagreement just? And what transforms dissent into division?
In this teaching, Rabbi Gadi Capela explores the difference between a disagreement pursued for truth and justice and one driven by personal power or ambition. Reflecting on Parashat Korach alongside Juneteenth, we consider how some struggles—such as Moses confronting Pharaoh or the fight to end slavery—are not only justified, but morally necessary.
Jewish tradition values vigorous debate, but asks us to examine the purpose and spirit behind our disagreements. What can Korach teach us about sacred disagreement, destructive conflict, and what is truly worth fighting for?
Rabbi Gadi Capela
Congregation Ohel Moed