# About

> Torah Meirah is a project by David Raitan: a weekly essay on the parasha, and a Judaism of nobility, responsibility and excellence.

https://torahmeirah.com/en/about

## Who I am

My name is David Raitan. I love Torah, read a lot and keep learning. I am not a rabbi, and I am still on the way; that is exactly why I feel responsible to share what I learn and to invite others to learn with me. As the Sages taught: "and from my students, most of all."

## Why Torah Meirah

"For the commandment is a lamp, and the Torah is light" (Proverbs 6:23). I believe in a beautiful Judaism: deep, pleasant and proud. A Judaism that keeps halacha and explains the *why*, that is engaged with the world rather than withdrawn from it, and that sees excellence, integrity and giving as the service of God.

## Who I learn from

Rabbi Jonathan Sacks is my greatest influence. Alongside him: Maimonides, Nachmanides, Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch, Rabbi Ben-Zion Meir Hai Uziel, Manitou, Rav Yehuda Amital, and the classical Sephardi tradition.

## What you will find here

- A weekly essay on the parasha, with questions for the Shabbat table and sources
- Essays on faith, values and life
- [What I am reading](/en/reading) and what I am taking from it

I would love to hear from you: [get in touch](/en/contact).