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Ep71 Shmuel 1 - 11:11-15
Ep71 Shmuel 1 - 11:11-15
Apr 23, 2020
8:12
Shaul leads Klal yisroel to victory in battle; Shmuel gathers klal yisroel to Gilgal to renew the coronation of Shaul
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Ep2 Shmuel 1 - 1:1-3
Ep2 Shmuel 1 - 1:1-3
Jan 9, 2020
5:06
Introduction to Shmuel’s father Elkana This shiur should be a Zchus L'zecher Nishmas Yechezkel Shraga Ben Avraham Yehuda
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Ep70 Shmuel 1 - 11:7-10
Ep70 Shmuel 1 - 11:7-10
Apr 22, 2020
6:32
Shaul rallies the people to battle Nachash and counts his army.
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Ep72 Shmuel 1 - 12:1-2
Ep72 Shmuel 1 - 12:1-2
Apr 26, 2020
6:56
As Shmuel passes the role of leadership to Shaul he gives a final speech regarding the role of a king
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Ep73 Shmuel 1 - 12:3
Ep73 Shmuel 1 - 12:3
Apr 26, 2020
6:11
Shmuel tells the people to testify that he never took advantage of his position
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Ep80 Shmuel 13:1-4
Ep80 Shmuel 13:1-4
May 6, 2020
6:43
After Yonasan assasinates the Pelishiti Commissioner Shaul gathers Klal Yisroel for battle.
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Ep79 Shmuel 1 - 12:21-25
Ep79 Shmuel 1 - 12:21-25
May 4, 2020
7:41
Shmuel concludes his speech by reassuring and further instructing Klal Yisroel
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Ep78 Shmuel 1 - 12:18-20
Ep78 Shmuel 1 - 12:18-20
May 3, 2020
5:54
Hashem causes a miracle of rain and thunder; the People beg Shmuel to daven on their behalf
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Ep77 Shmuel 1 - 12:13-17
Ep77 Shmuel 1 - 12:13-17
Apr 30, 2020
8:22
Shmuel continues his rebuke and describes a miracle that will happen to show Hashem displeasure.
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Ep76 Deeper Dive - Why Did Shmuel Single Out 4 Shoftim in 12:11?
Ep76 Deeper Dive - Why Did Shmuel Single Out 4 Shoftim in 12:11?
Apr 30, 2020
11:10
We cover 3 issues with the pasuk: 1. What are the nicknames used? 2. Why does Shmuel speak in 3rd Person? 3. Why does Shmuel pick these 4 Shoftim out of a much longer list of names?
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Ep75 Shmuel 1 - 12:9-12
Ep75 Shmuel 1 - 12:9-12
Apr 30, 2020
6:32
Shmuel recalls how each time Klal Yisroel sinned and repented Hashem sent a Shofet to rescue them
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Ep74 Shmuel 1 - 12:4-8
Ep74 Shmuel 1 - 12:4-8
Apr 28, 2020
6:41
Shmuel has Klal Yisroel testify about his record; He reminds Klal Yisroel of the miracles brought about by Moshe and Aharon
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Ep63 Shmuel 1 - 10:10-13
Ep63 Shmuel 1 - 10:10-13
Apr 5, 2020
6:27
Shaul attains prophecy, the spectators question this unusual circumstance.
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Ep68 Shmuel 1 - 11:1-6
Ep68 Shmuel 1 - 11:1-6
Apr 21, 2020
6:34
Nachash of Ammon attacks Yavesh Gilad
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Ep69 Deeper Dive - Why Shaul's silence against his detractors was incorrect
Ep69 Deeper Dive - Why Shaul's silence against his detractors was incorrect
Apr 21, 2020
13:57
Shaul refused to take action against those who ridiculed him. Why did this merit a punishment?
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Ep64 Shmuel 1 - 10:14-16
Ep64 Shmuel 1 - 10:14-16
Apr 7, 2020
5:29
Shaul's uncle inquires about the nature of his meeting with Shmuel
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Ep65 Shmuel 1 - 10:17-20
Ep65 Shmuel 1 - 10:17-20
Apr 12, 2020
5:38
Shmuel gathers the people to Mitzpah to publicly select a king.
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Ep66 Shmuel 1 - 10:21-24
Ep66 Shmuel 1 - 10:21-24
Apr 13, 2020
7:15
Shaul is chosen publicly as king; Shaul hides among baggage train
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Ep67 Shmuel 1 - 10:25-27
Ep67 Shmuel 1 - 10:25-27
Apr 19, 2020
6:49
Shmuel documents the king's protocol for posterity; the people disperse; Certain factions reject Shaul as king
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Ep1318 Shoftim 9:29-33
Ep1318 Shoftim 9:29-33
May 10, 2026
7:46
Zevul advises Avimelech to launch a surprise attack
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Ep1317 Shoftim 9:28
Ep1317 Shoftim 9:28
May 8, 2026
8:28
Gaal argues his case for rebellion
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Ep1298 Shoftim 8:26-27
Ep1298 Shoftim 8:26-27
Mar 26, 2026
7:38
Gideon’s monument becomes a source of suffering for his family
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Ep395 Shmuel 2 - 13:16-18
Ep395 Shmuel 2 - 13:16-18
Oct 21, 2021
6:28
Despite Tamar's pleas, Amnon's servant throws her out of the apartment
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Ep101 Shmuel 1 - 15:1-2
Ep101 Shmuel 1 - 15:1-2
Jun 4, 2020
7:49
Shmuel explains to Shaul why he is now obligated to eradicate Amalek
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BONUS - Siyum on 100th Shiur - In memory of Chezky Bergman A"h
BONUS - Siyum on 100th Shiur - In memory of Chezky Bergman A"h
Jun 3, 2020
4:46
A few words of gratitude and recognition in light of reaching our 100th shiur.
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Ep99 Shmuel 1 - 14:49-52
Ep99 Shmuel 1 - 14:49-52
Jun 2, 2020
6:45
The pesukim list the personalities that supported Shaul’s wars
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Ep98 Shmuel 1 - 14:47-48
Ep98 Shmuel 1 - 14:47-48
Jun 2, 2020
7:04
Shaul consolidates his kingdom and wages war against various enemies.
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Ep97 Shmuel 1 - 14:45-46
Ep97 Shmuel 1 - 14:45-46
May 31, 2020
7:31
Yonason is vindicated but Shaul withdraws his pursuit of the Pelishtim
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Ep96 Shmuel 1 - 14:39-44
Ep96 Shmuel 1 - 14:39-44
May 27, 2020
7:46
Shaul cast lots to determine the guilty person and the lots fall on Yonason.
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Ep95 Shmuel 1 - 14:35-38
Ep95 Shmuel 1 - 14:35-38
May 26, 2020
7:42
Shaul inquires of the Urim V'tumim whether to resume battling the Pelishtim; when there is no response Shaul suspects someone has sinned
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Ep94 Deeper Dive - What Exactly Was The Sin of "Eating With Blood"and how Did Shaul correct it?
Ep94 Deeper Dive - What Exactly Was The Sin of "Eating With Blood"and how Did Shaul correct it?
May 25, 2020
14:02
We look at several explanations regarding what sin the soldier's committed related to their eating of the animals and how each explanation understands what Shaul did to rectify the situation.
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Ep93 Shmuel 1 - 14:31-34
Ep93 Shmuel 1 - 14:31-34
May 24, 2020
7:26
The soldier's ravenously break their fast and commit a sin, Shaul obtains a large stone and rectifies the situation.
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Ep 92 Shmuel 1 14:25-30
Ep 92 Shmuel 1 14:25-30
May 21, 2020
8:07
Yonasan eats unaware of the prohibition and then questions Shaul's decision when informed of it
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Ep91 Shmuel 1 - 14:20-24
Ep91 Shmuel 1 - 14:20-24
May 21, 2020
7:21
Shaul joins the battle and prohibits the Jews from eating the rest of the day.
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Ep90 Shmuel 1 - 14:14-19
Ep90 Shmuel 1 - 14:14-19
May 19, 2020
7:48
The Pelishtim panic causes Shaul to consider consulting the Urim Vetumim before deciding against it
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Ep89 Deeper Dive - Why wasnt Yonasan's omen forbidden by the Torah?
Ep89 Deeper Dive - Why wasnt Yonasan's omen forbidden by the Torah?
May 18, 2020
16:49
The Gemara in Chullin discusses the omen of Yonasan and the Meforshim explain why it wasn't prohibited.
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Ep88 Shmuel 1 - 14:8-13
Ep88 Shmuel 1 - 14:8-13
May 17, 2020
7:57
Yonasan devises an omen to determine whether to attack the Pelishtim.
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Ep87 Shmuel 1 14:4-7
Ep87 Shmuel 1 14:4-7
May 14, 2020
7:32
Yonasan inspires his arms bearer to accompany him and cross to the Pelishtim mountain despite the danger
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Ep86 Shmuel 1 - 14:1-3
Ep86 Shmuel 1 - 14:1-3
May 13, 2020
5:46
Yonasan proposes to his arms bearer to cross the mountain pass without informing his father
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Ep85 Shmuel 1 - 13:19-23
Ep85 Shmuel 1 - 13:19-23
May 12, 2020
6:05
Further details of the battlefield and Klal Yisroel's lack of weapons
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Ep84 Deeper Dive - Can one mistake cost Shaul the Melucha?
Ep84 Deeper Dive - Can one mistake cost Shaul the Melucha?
May 11, 2020
11:24
Was the mistake in Gilgal severe enough to cost Shaul the monarchy?
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Ep83 Shmuel 1 - 13:14-18
Ep83 Shmuel 1 - 13:14-18
May 10, 2020
6:28
Shmuel concludes Saul's punishment and they travel to the battlefield.
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Ep82 Shmuel 1 - 13:9-12
Ep82 Shmuel 1 - 13:9-12
May 8, 2020
6:23
Shaul errs and offers karbanos prior to Shmuel's arrival
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Ep81 Shmuel 1 - 13:5-8
Ep81 Shmuel 1 - 13:5-8
May 7, 2020
7:09
Many jews go into hiding, while the army that is with Shaul panics and starts to disperse.
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Ep127 Shmuel 1 - 17:20-24
Ep127 Shmuel 1 - 17:20-24
Jul 12, 2020
5:38
As Dovid checks on his brothers at the battlefront, he hears Golias step forward and rant against Israel.
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Ep126 Shmuel 1 - 17:17-19
Ep126 Shmuel 1 - 17:17-19
Jul 8, 2020
7:08
Yishai instructs Dovid to bring a care package to his older brothers at the battlefront.
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Ep125 Shmuel 1 - 17:13-16
Ep125 Shmuel 1 - 17:13-16
Jul 8, 2020
6:41
While Dovid's 3 oldest brothers protect Shaul, he is home with his father; Golias continues his diatribe for 40 days
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Ep124 Shmuel 1 - 17:10-12
Ep124 Shmuel 1 - 17:10-12
Jul 7, 2020
6:23
Golias continues his call for a warrior to duel with while Shaul and the people are terrified and afraid
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Ep123 Shmuel 1 - 17:8-9
Ep123 Shmuel 1 - 17:8-9
Jul 5, 2020
7:24
Golias challenges Klal Yisroel to send out one warrior to duel with him.
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Ep122 Shmuel 1 - 17:4-7
Ep122 Shmuel 1 - 17:4-7
Jul 2, 2020
6:58
An impressive and imposing figure named Golias steps forward between the two armies
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Ep121 Shmuel 1 - 16:19-17:3
Ep121 Shmuel 1 - 16:19-17:3
Jul 1, 2020
6:17
Dovid helps Shaul drive away the evil spirits; the Pelishtim assemble for battle against the Jews
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Ep120 Shmuel 1 - 16:15-18
Ep120 Shmuel 1 - 16:15-18
Jun 30, 2020
7:56
Shaul's servants suggest a harp player be summoned to cheer up Shaul and Dovid is proposed as a worthy candidate
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Ep119 Shmuel 1 - 16:12-14
Ep119 Shmuel 1 - 16:12-14
Jun 29, 2020
7:42
After Dovid is anointed by Shmuel, he is imbued with a holy spirit, while Shaul is tormented by an evil spirit
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Ep118 Deeper Dive - Part II - Why is the lineage of Malchus Bais Dovid shrouded in impropriety?
Ep118 Deeper Dive - Part II - Why is the lineage of Malchus Bais Dovid shrouded in impropriety?
Jun 28, 2020
14:58
(MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN) In Part 2 we explore why Dovid's lineage which eventually leads to Moshiach is full of various seemingly inappropriate relationships. Wouldn't it make more sense to have a clean pure lineage instead?
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Ep117 Deeper Dive - Part I - Why did people think Dovid was a Mamzer?
Ep117 Deeper Dive - Part I - Why did people think Dovid was a Mamzer?
Jun 28, 2020
10:22
(MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN) We explore the perushim that discuss why Dovid was considered a mamzer until age 28.
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Ep116 Shmuel 1 - 16:8-11
Ep116 Shmuel 1 - 16:8-11
Jun 25, 2020
7:27
After seven of Yishai's sons are not chosen, Shmuel asks Yishai to send for the remaining son who is busy tending sheep
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Ep115 Shmuel 1 - 16:3-7
Ep115 Shmuel 1 - 16:3-7
Jun 24, 2020
7:39
Upon seeing Eliav, Shmuel believes he is the future king, but Hashem rejects Eliav
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Ep114 Shmuel 1 - 16:2
Ep114 Shmuel 1 - 16:2
Jun 23, 2020
7:14
Shmuel is concerned that Shaul will find out and kill him so Hashem tells him to take along a korban
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Ep113 Shmuel 1 - 16:1
Ep113 Shmuel 1 - 16:1
Jun 22, 2020
7:27
Hashem tells Shmuel to stop mourning over Shaul and instead go anoint one of Yishai's sons as the new king
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Ep112 Shmuel 1 - 15:33-35
Ep112 Shmuel 1 - 15:33-35
Jun 21, 2020
5:42
After Agag is executed, Shmuel and Shaul go their separate ways.
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Ep111 Shmuel 1 - 15:30-32
Ep111 Shmuel 1 - 15:30-32
Jun 18, 2020
6:36
Shaul begs Shmuel to return with him to the people; Shmuel orders Agag brought before him
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Ep110 Shmuel 1 - 15:27-29
Ep110 Shmuel 1 - 15:27-29
Jun 17, 2020
7:33
Shmuel interprets the tearing of the garment as a sign that Shaul's malchus would be torn from him and given to someone more deserving.
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Ep109 Deeper Dive - Why did Shaul's sins cost him the Malchus unlike Dovid?
Ep109 Deeper Dive - Why did Shaul's sins cost him the Malchus unlike Dovid?
Jun 17, 2020
15:32
We find that Shaul was guilty of one sin that cost him the monarchy whereas Dovid was guilty of two sins and was not punished similarly.
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Ep108 Shmuel 1 - 15:24-26
Ep108 Shmuel 1 - 15:24-26
Jun 16, 2020
5:27
Shaul finally admits his guilt and begs Shmuel to accompany him, but Shmuel refuses
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Ep107 Shmuel 1 - 15:20-23
Ep107 Shmuel 1 - 15:20-23
Jun 14, 2020
8:05
Shaul doubles down on his defense; Shmuel declares Hashem's rejection of Shaul
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Ep391 Shmuel 2 - 13:5-6
Ep391 Shmuel 2 - 13:5-6
Oct 14, 2021
7:49
Yonadav devises a plot to get Amnon alone with Tamar
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Ep393 13:11-13
Ep393 13:11-13
Oct 18, 2021
7:43
After Amnon grabs Tamar, she pleads with him to consider the repercussions of his actions
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Ep394 13:14-15
Ep394 13:14-15
Oct 19, 2021
7:59
After Amnon sins, he immediately develops an intense hatred for Tamar
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Ep100 Special Shiur by Rav Benzion Schiffenbauer - Why is Amalek different?
Ep100 Special Shiur by Rav Benzion Schiffenbauer - Why is Amalek different?
Jun 11, 2020
9:27
In honor of Shiur #100, our Rav gives a special shiur on why Amalek was singled out for destruction from amongst our other enemies and why Shaul was mistaken
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Ep106 Shmuel 1 - 15:16-19
Ep106 Shmuel 1 - 15:16-19
Jun 11, 2020
7:16
Shmuel continues his rebuke of Shaul
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Ep105 Shmuel 1 - 15:12-15
Ep105 Shmuel 1 - 15:12-15
Jun 10, 2020
7:25
Shmuel goes to rebuke Shaul and Shaul gets defensive
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Ep104 Shmuel 1 - 15:8-11
Ep104 Shmuel 1 - 15:8-11
Jun 9, 2020
7:15
After Shaul fails to eradicate every remnant of Amalek Hashem expresses regret over having appointed him king
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Ep103 Shmuel 1 - 15:5-7
Ep103 Shmuel 1 - 15:5-7
Jun 8, 2020
7:34
As Shaul initiates war with Amalek, he requests the Kenite people withdraw to avoid the same fate.
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Ep102 Shmuel 1 - 15:3-4
Ep102 Shmuel 1 - 15:3-4
Jun 7, 2020
7:56
Shaul is commanded to wipe out every living being of Amalek; Shaul summons an army and counts them
75
Ep801 Melachim 1 - 17:19-20
Ep801 Melachim 1 - 17:19-20
Sep 21, 2023
7:58
Eliyahu places the child’s body on his bed and begins his tefillah to Hashem
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Ep816 Melachim 1 - 18:31-33
Ep816 Melachim 1 - 18:31-33
Oct 30, 2023
7:55
12 stones are used for the altar and a large trench is dug all around
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Ep1012 Melachim 2 - 11:4-5
Ep1012 Melachim 2 - 11:4-5
Sep 25, 2024
8:59
After 7 years, Yehoyada begins to plan for Yoash’s takeover
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Ep1013 Melachim 2 - 11:6-8
Ep1013 Melachim 2 - 11:6-8
Sep 26, 2024
6:27
Yehoyada designates 3 groups to guard Yoash
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Ep1014 Melachim 2 - 11:9-11
Ep1014 Melachim 2 - 11:9-11
Sep 27, 2024
6:51
The men are armed and take positions surrounding the king
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Ep1015 Melachim 2 - 11:12
Ep1015 Melachim 2 - 11:12
Sep 29, 2024
8:55
Yoash is crowned and anointed as king
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Ep1016 Melachim 2 - 11:13-16
Ep1016 Melachim 2 - 11:13-16
Oct 1, 2024
7:58
Asalya investigates the commotion and gets captured and executed
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Ep1017 Melachim 2 - 11:17-18
Ep1017 Melachim 2 - 11:17-18
Oct 2, 2024
8:26
The people seal a covenant and then destroy the temple of Baal and execute its priest
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Ep1018 Melachim 2 - 11:19-20
Ep1018 Melachim 2 - 11:19-20
Oct 7, 2024
5:52
The king is escorted to the palace and there is peace in the land
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Ep1299 Shoftim 8:28-29
Ep1299 Shoftim 8:28-29
Mar 26, 2026
7:35
Finally there is peace; Gideon retires from public life
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Ep1316 Shoftim 9:26-27
Ep1316 Shoftim 9:26-27
May 7, 2026
6:05
Gaal Ben Eved shows up to lead the rebellion
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Ep1313 Deeper Dive - Alternate Explanations to Yosam’s parable
Ep1313 Deeper Dive - Alternate Explanations to Yosam’s parable
May 3, 2026
19:08
Additional commentaries explain Yosam’s message
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Ep1300 Shoftim 8:30-31
Ep1300 Shoftim 8:30-31
Mar 27, 2026
7:35
Gideon fathers 70 children plus “One”
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Ep1301 Shoftim 8:32-33
Ep1301 Shoftim 8:32-33
Mar 29, 2026
7:54
When Gideon passes away the people return to idols
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Ep1302 Shoftim 8:34-35
Ep1302 Shoftim 8:34-35
Mar 31, 2026
8:56
The nation forgets the miracles Hashem performed and is ungrateful to Gideon’s family
90
Ep396 Shmuel 2 - 13:19-20
Ep396 Shmuel 2 - 13:19-20
Oct 21, 2021
7:25
Tamar publicly cries out and mourns, Avshalom tries to comfort her
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Ep59 Shmuel 1 - 10:2
Ep59 Shmuel 1 - 10:2
Mar 29, 2020
6:05
Shmuel tells Shaul of the 1st of 3 experiences he would have
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Ep58 Shmuel 1 - 10:1
Ep58 Shmuel 1 - 10:1
Mar 27, 2020
8:45
Shmuel annoints Shaul as King
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Ep57 Shmuel 1 - 9:25-27
Ep57 Shmuel 1 - 9:25-27
Mar 26, 2020
6:09
Shmuel escorts Shaul out of the city
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Ep52 Shmuel 1 - 9:7-9
Ep52 Shmuel 1 - 9:7-9
Mar 20, 2020
8:57
Shaul and his servant discuss what to bring the man of G-d as a gift
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Ep62 Shmuel 1 - 10:7-9
Ep62 Shmuel 1 - 10:7-9
Apr 3, 2020
6:40
Shmuel instructs Shaul to wait for him 7 days in Gilgal
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Ep392 13:6-10
Ep392 13:6-10
Oct 18, 2021
6:36
Tamar prepares the food for Amnon and brings it to his bedroom while all the servants are sent out
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Ep390 Shmuel 2 - 13:2-4
Ep390 Shmuel 2 - 13:2-4
Oct 13, 2021
7:29
Amnon's becomes lovesick over his desire for Tamar
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Ep128 Shmuel 1 - 17:25-26
Ep128 Shmuel 1 - 17:25-26
Jul 12, 2020
7:52
The Jewish soldiers discuss the reward promised by Shaul to the person who kills Golias.
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Ep129 Shmuel 1 - 17:27-31
Ep129 Shmuel 1 - 17:27-31
Jul 14, 2020
7:27
Dovid's older brother Eliav grows angry and accuses him of coming to the battlefield for inappropriate reasons
100
Ep12 Shmuel 1 - 2:16-21
Ep12 Shmuel 1 - 2:16-21
Jan 22, 2020
6:40
Contrast between Eli's Sons and Elkanah's Son