Author Archives: Erika Davis

About Erika Davis

joined the Jewish people on August 17, 2011 after years of wandering. She writes blog Black, Gay and Jewish as well as contributing to other Jewish publications. Erika is currently working on a memoir about her Black, Gay, Jewish identity and lives in Brooklyn, New York with her cat Oscar.

Israel and Palestine-A New Jew’s Perspective

Erika Davis

November 21, 2011

I’ve been thinking a lot about Israel as of late. Because of a scholarship and the generous donations and support of readers on my personal blog, I will be leaving for Israel on November 8th for a 10-day trip with LGBTQ groups, Keshet, Nehirim, and A Wider Bridge. The trip is something that I’ve been tirelessly working towards and … More »

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The Binding of Isaac - A New Jew’s Perspective

Erika Davis

September 20, 2011

The Akeidah or Binding of Isaac is one of Torah’s most difficult pieces of text. In the chapters that proceed Genesis 22 we learn that Abram’s family leaves their home country to live in another. Abram and his wife are re-named by God when Abraham makes a covenant with God. Abraham and Sarah are blessed … More »