Congregation Or-Ami Atl
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Welcome to Congregation Or-Ami (COA) We're not just about words β we're about action. At Or-Ami, we demonstrate our commitment through service, worship, learning, and growth. Our mission? To honor the legacy of our forefathers Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob by rolling up our sleeves and diving deep into the wisdom of the'Torah β because there's always more to discover! So whether you're a seasoned scholar or just curious, come pull up a chair and join us for Shabbat Services and more. *We'd love to see you there!* π
Upcoming Events
Parashat Bamidbar
Sat, May 16
|Congregation Or-Ami
Weekly Torah Portion Numbers 1:1 - 4:20 Haftarah Hosea 2:1 - 22. (Machar Chodesh I Samuel 20:18 - 42)
Time & Location
May 16, 2026, 11:00 AM
Congregation Or-Ami, 820 Bethsaida Rd Suite 102, Riverdale, GA 30274
About the event
The name of the Parshah, "Bamidbar," means "In the desert," reflecting the setting in which all of these events take place.
In the Sinai Desert, Gβd commands Moses to take a census of the twelve tribes of Israel, counting 603,550 men of military age (20β60), while the tribe of Levi β numbering 22,300 males from one month old and up β is counted separately and assigned to serve in the Sanctuary. The Levites replace the firstborn in this sacred role, as the firstborn were disqualified for their part in worshipping the Golden Calf. The 273 firstborn who had no Levite counterpart to replace them were required to pay a five-shekel ransom to redeem themselves.
Haftarah
This week's haftorah opens with the words, "The number of the children of Israel shall be as the sand of the sea, which can be neither measured nor counted" β a fitting companion to theβ¦