Kindling the Light: Baha’alotecha and Finding Clarity in the Cloud

Rabbi Pam Silk begins with a childhood memory of being told to “turn off the lights,” then turns to Parashat Baha’alotecha to explore the menorah, the divine cloud, and the fire that guided our ancestors through the wilderness. She reflects on how intentional light — both physical and spiritual — can orient us when we feel stuck under “cloud cover,” craving certainty yet unsure where to go next. This uplifting sermon calls listeners to keep kindling their inner lamps, to share their brightness with others, and to trust that God’s guiding fire will eventually illuminate the path ahead.