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Living in this world as activists entails navigating our way through chaotic weather storms of ego, honor, righteousness, pragmatism, defensiveness, hatred and hope.

For Tu B’Shvat, we have two d’varim for you on access, equity and environmental activism.

Jews share a strong spiritual dimension, defined not by land but rather by a strong sense of right and wrong, of morality, of respect for all human beings. And that is why we insist that the land be shared and all its inhabitants be treated fairly, no matter how long it takes to achieve that goal.

What is the connection between the Divine shelter we request and the sukkah we build? One of the basic principles of rabbinic theology is that we are supposed to imitate God’s behavior.

The occupation is not a feature of the landscape, but a political dispute. Like Abraham and Avimelekh, there is a history together for which each side has its own narrative of being wronged. But also like Abraham and Avimelekh, a solution is achievable.

As we approach Tisha b’Av 5780, it is disheartening to note that we have not progressed far from the Biblical and Talmudic eras. Baseless hatred and fear among Jews, as well as between Israeli Jews and Palestinians — now rampant — has simmered for decades.

The covenant forged at Sinai is not merely a pact between each individual and God; it is also an agreement between the entire nation and the Divine and among all the people. A national covenant means that we have shared obligations; that we are genuinely responsible to and for each other.

This is a season for counting, for mourning and for anticipating new purpose.

It’s human nature to look for order in our lives. During this chaotic time, that desire is even more pronounced.