The Wedding, the Riddle, and Betrayal Preparations for the Wedding How Long was the Wedding Feast? The Riddle Timeline of Riddle Response Was it a fair riddle? Threat to Shimshon’s Wife Shimshon’s Wife Begging for Answer and Shimshon’s Responses Successful But Cheated Answer Cheater’s Dilemma Meaning of “Plowed with My Heifer” Another Example of Cheated Riddles Deeper Meaning behind the Riddle Shimshon’s “Reward” for Betrayal Killing 30 men in Ashkelon Giving the Plishtim the reward (or half) Leaving His Wife and His Wife Remarrying --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/torah-heroes/support

Avigail, Part 1 explores the life and legacy of one of the Torah's most fascinating women. This episode examines her connection to King Dovid, tracing key events in his timeline and the significance of his anointing. It also delves into the story of Naval, his betrayal of Dovid, and the judgment that follows. The narrative begins to highlight Avigail's wisdom and decisive actions during this critical moment in Biblical history. 00:00 - Intro 00:24 - Starting Questions on Avigail 01:09 - Timeline of Dovid Hamelech 01:55 - Family Tree of Yehudah 03:57 - Anointing of King Dovid 24:12 - The Secret of the Anointing 25:23 - The Passing of Shmuel Hanavi 29:36 - Who was Naval? 36:25 - Who was Avigail? 39:03 - Dovid Helps Naval 43:29 - Dovid Asks Naval for Help 48:35 - Naval's Response to Dovid 50:25 - Naval is Judged for Treason 55:16 - Avigail Finds Out

In Rus the Moavite: Loyalty and Royalty (Part 2), the episode continues with Noami and Rus’s arrival in Beis Lechem at the start of the barley harvest. The podcast explains the significance of the Omer offering and how the agricultural cycle shaped daily life. We see the poverty of Noami and Rus as they return home with nothing, prompting Rus to step forward with a plan to gather leftover grain from the fields. The laws of Leket, Shichacha, and Peah are introduced, giving deeper context to Rus’s decision to collect what was left behind for the poor.The story then shifts to the field itself, where Rus’s humility and modest behavior stand out. Her quiet dignity quickly draws attention when Boaz, a respected leader in Beis Lechem, arrives and inquires about her. After investigating her background, Boaz is impressed by Rus’s loyalty and character. Their first conversation unfolds with kindness and generosity, culminating in Boaz inviting Rus to join him for a meal—an invitation that marks the beginning of a powerful bond and the next step in Rus’s path from poverty to royalty. 00:00 - Intro and Recap 01:11 - Noami and Rus Arriving in Beis Lechem 01:36 - Understanding the Omer Harvesting and Sacrifice 10:16 - Noami and Rus arrive to their house, penniless 13:25 - Rus's plan for collecting in the field 14:34 - Understanding Leket, Shichacha, and Peah 17:13 - Rus and Collecting Leket 20:52 - Rus's Modesty 22:35 - Boaz Arrives at the Field 25:30 - Boaz investigates Rus 35:26 - Boaz Talks with Rus 46:32 - Boaz Invites Rus to Eat