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Protecting Workers
Protecting Workers
Aug 23, 2018
27:50
! Discover Torah’s Bill of Farmhands’ Rights. Join to harvest inspiring spiritual lessons. Parshat Ki Teitzei, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 23:25-24:4)
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Divine Reciprocity
Divine Reciprocity
Aug 27, 2018
18:37
Divine Reciprocity Is it reasonable to expect that doing Mitzvot will always be richly rewarded? Parshat Ki Tavo, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 26:12-26:15)
303
Glorious Distinctions
Glorious Distinctions
Aug 28, 2018
24:42
Learning to appreciate the glory of our ways being separate and distinct. Parshat Ki Tavo, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 26:16-26:19)
304
Cursed Correspondence
Cursed Correspondence
Aug 29, 2018
29:29
How eleven proverbial curses corresponded to eleven tribes of Israel. Parshat Ki Tavo, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 27:1-27:10)
305
Feel Like G-d
Feel Like G-d
Aug 30, 2018
25:12
The difference between Following His Commandments and Walking in His Ways. Parshat Ki Tavo, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 27:11-28:6)
306
Shunned by HaShem?
Shunned by HaShem?
Sep 13, 2018
31:12
“Shunned by HaShem?” G-d sometimes ignores us. A peek behind the curtains of concealment. Parshat Vayelech, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 31:14-31:19)
307
Paternal Prophet
Paternal Prophet
Sep 17, 2018
28:57
Paternal Prophet Elijah’s Chariot of Fire illuminates how we view Prophets & Torah Teachers. Parshat Ha'azinu, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 32:7-32:12)
308
Chai Pledge
Chai Pledge
Sep 20, 2018
25:29
Did you know that the original “pledge of Chai” isn’t about charitable giving? Parshat Ha'Azinu, 5&6 Portion(Deuteronomy 32:39:40)
309
Chasing Elusive Understanding!
Chasing Elusive Understanding!
Aug 5, 2019
45:44
! Was Moses’s quest for wise men like looking for a needle in a haystack?! Parshat Devarim, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 1:12-1:21)
310
Moses Blesses. A Thousand Heavenly Lights. Yearning for More and it’s a wrap!
Moses Blesses. A Thousand Heavenly Lights. Yearning for More and it’s a wrap!
Aug 6, 2019
32:46
Moses Blesses. A Thousand Heavenly Lights. Yearning for More and it’s a wrap! Parshat Devarim, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 1:22-1:38)
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The Day G-d was Enraged at Moses!
The Day G-d was Enraged at Moses!
Aug 7, 2019
26:25
The Day G-d was Enraged at Moses! Parshat Devarim —3rd ~ 4th Portion
312
When Moses Captured Cities and Conquered Communities
When Moses Captured Cities and Conquered Communities
Aug 8, 2019
25:09
When Moses Captured Cities and Conquered Communities Parshat Devarim — Final Lesson!
313
Opening Heaven, Ripping Earth
Opening Heaven, Ripping Earth
Aug 12, 2019
29:26
The One Time We All Experienced Mass Revelation! Parshat Va'etchanan, 2nd Portion
314
Moses, Sanctuary Cities and Haredi Attitudes!
Moses, Sanctuary Cities and Haredi Attitudes!
Aug 13, 2019
29:26
, ! Parshat Va'etchanan, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 4:41-4:49)
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The 10 Commandments — It’s a Wrap. Plus, the Secret to Real Longevity!
The 10 Commandments — It’s a Wrap. Plus, the Secret to Real Longevity!
Aug 14, 2019
32:29
Plus, the Secret to Real Longevity! Parshat Va'etchanan, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 5:1-5:18)
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Sinai Paradox: The unending, interrupted Powerful Voice of G-d!
Sinai Paradox: The unending, interrupted Powerful Voice of G-d!
Aug 15, 2019
31:27
Sinai Paradox: The unending, interrupted Powerful Voice of G-d! Parshat Va'etchanan, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 5:19-6:3)
317
Vegan Desert Diet?
Vegan Desert Diet?
Aug 26, 2019
26:39
Why did eating habits change upon entering the Promised Land Parshat Re’eh, 2nd Portion (Devarim (Deuteronomy) 12:11-12:28)
318
To Be Like G-d!
To Be Like G-d!
Aug 27, 2019
30:13
To Be Like G-d! Discover how this phenomenon can best be experienced in a cemetery or hospital! Parshat Re’eh — Third Reading
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Timely Tithes and Sabbatical Releases
Timely Tithes and Sabbatical Releases
Aug 29, 2019
25:22
Timely Tithes and Sabbatical Releases Parshat Re’eh, Fifth and Sixth Readings
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Jewish Monarchy — A Torah Perspective
Jewish Monarchy — A Torah Perspective
Sep 2, 2019
34:44
Jewish Monarchy — A Torah Perspective Parshat Shoftim, 2nd Portion
321
Caring for Cohanim ~ Priestly Portions
Caring for Cohanim ~ Priestly Portions
Sep 3, 2019
29:50
Caring for Cohanim ~ Priestly Portions Parshat Shoftim, 3rd Portion
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Divination vs Prophecy ~ Perfection vs Sincerity
Divination vs Prophecy ~ Perfection vs Sincerity
Sep 4, 2019
25:56
Illuminating differences between wholehearted sincerity and spiritual perfection! Parshat Shoftim, 4th Portion
323
Sanctuary Cities of the Future!
Sanctuary Cities of the Future!
Sep 5, 2019
30:14
Sanctuary Cities of the Future! Parshat Shoftim, 5th Portion
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Gibbited till Good, Guiltless yet Hanged!
Gibbited till Good, Guiltless yet Hanged!
Sep 9, 2019
31:04
Gibbited till Good, Guiltless yet Hanged! Parshat Ki Teitzai — Second Reading
325
Parapet Pedagogy: Lessons from the Rooftop Fences
Parapet Pedagogy: Lessons from the Rooftop Fences
Sep 10, 2019
27:15
Parapet Pedagogy: Lessons from the Rooftop Fences Parshat Ki Tetzai — Third Reading
326
Your Word, Your Bond... Pledges, Vows & Verbal Commitments!
Your Word, Your Bond... Pledges, Vows & Verbal Commitments!
Sep 11, 2019
27:53
Your Word, Your Bond... Pledges, Vows & Verbal Commitments! Parshat Ki Teitzei - Fourth Reading
327
G-d’s Gaze, Divine Reciprocal Rewards
G-d’s Gaze, Divine Reciprocal Rewards
Sep 16, 2019
31:55
G-d’s Gaze, Divine Reciprocal Rewards Is it reasonable to expect that doing Mitzvot will always be richly rewarded? Parshat Ki Tavo, 2nd Portion
328
The Fruit-induced Reciprocal Voice of Heaven!
The Fruit-induced Reciprocal Voice of Heaven!
Sep 17, 2019
25:13
The Fruit-induced Reciprocal Voice of Heaven! Parshat Ki Tavo — Third Reading
329
The Symmetry of Mountain of Blessing & Canyon of Curses
The Symmetry of Mountain of Blessing & Canyon of Curses
Sep 18, 2019
29:21
The Symmetry of Mountain of Blessing & Canyon of Curses Parshat Ki Tavo - Fourth and Fifth Reading
330
Achieving Wisdom, Knowledge and Wisdom!
Achieving Wisdom, Knowledge and Wisdom!
Sep 19, 2019
24:39
Achieving Wisdom, Knowledge and Wisdom! The Reassuring Conclusion of Parshat Ki Tavo
331
On Eagles Wings!
On Eagles Wings!
Oct 7, 2019
25:32
On Eagles Wings! Parshat Ha'azinu, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 32:7-32:12)
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Oath of Eternity ~ Divine Truth & Consequence
Oath of Eternity ~ Divine Truth & Consequence
Oct 8, 2019
22:16
Oath of Eternity ~ Divine Truth & Consequence Parshat Ha'azinu 5&6 Portions Chapter 32:39-40
333
Lessons from the Joyful Mission-Full Merchant!
Lessons from the Joyful Mission-Full Merchant!
Oct 16, 2019
21:06
Lessons from the Joyful Mission-full Merchant! Parshat Vezot Hab'rachah, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 33:18-33:21)
334
The Bountiful Blessings of Osher the Oily!
The Bountiful Blessings of Osher the Oily!
Oct 17, 2019
23:11
The Bountiful Blessings of Osher the Oily! Parshat Vezot Hab'rachah, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 33:22-33:26)
335
The Military Maneuvers Of Moses In Pioneering The Commandos To Conquer The Holy Land!
The Military Maneuvers Of Moses In Pioneering The Commandos To Conquer The Holy Land!
Jul 24, 2020
44:12
Parsha Climax The Final Verses that Conclude Sefer Devarim The Military Maneuvers of Moses in Pioneering the Commandos to Conquer the Holy Land!
336
Mitzvah Rewards: In This World, or the Next, Now or Later?
Mitzvah Rewards: In This World, or the Next, Now or Later?
Jul 30, 2020
46:26
Parsha Climax The Final Verses of: Parshat Va'etchanan Mitzvah Rewards: In This World, or the Next, Now or Later?
337
How You Can Be Just Like G-D!
How You Can Be Just Like G-D!
Aug 6, 2020
51:06
Parsha Climax: The Final Verses of Parshat Eikev How You can Be Just Like G-d! Spiritual Mirror Image: the Incredible Truth about you can actually “Emulate the Creator.” Literally!
338
Learning Life Changing Affordable Generosity
Learning Life Changing Affordable Generosity
Aug 13, 2020
1:10:28
Parsha Climax The Final Verses of: Parshat Re’eh Learning Life Changing Affordable Generosity Discover How Powerful Personal Enrichment can become Yours by Caring and Sharing for others!
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Lessons Of Unsolved Murder He Wrote!
Lessons Of Unsolved Murder He Wrote!
Aug 23, 2020
47:17
Parsha Climax The Final Verses of: Parshat Shoftim ! Our study of the weekly Torah portion focuses on the Elders taking responsibilities for an Unsolved Murder — How in Heaven can decapitating a Calf atone for a Mystery Homicide?!
340
Obligation To Remember Evil!
Obligation To Remember Evil!
Aug 27, 2020
50:27
Parsha Climax The Final Verses of: Parshat Ki Teitzei ?! The Lessons of Remembering Absolute Evil! Focusing on Amalek’s Stealth Attack. Our Remindful and Relevant Response!
341
Parting Sermon Heart. Eyes. Ears. The Importance Of Appreciation!
Parting Sermon Heart. Eyes. Ears. The Importance Of Appreciation!
Sep 3, 2020
59:25
Parsha Climax The Final Verses of: Parshat Ki Tavo : . . . ! Moses’s Parting Sermon: Heart. Eyes. Ears. Discovering How a Nation was Enabled to Know, See and Hear. And what that much teach us today!!
342
Is G-D Pro-Choice?
Is G-D Pro-Choice?
Sep 10, 2020
57:12
Is G-d “Pro-Choice” ? The Final Verses of Parshat Nitzavim. Living Well, or Not: The Choice is Ours! Chumash Climax: Our Divinely Ordained Freedom of Choice —G-d gives us Life and Liberty. We’re Free to Choose!
343
Born-again - Torah Style!
Born-again - Torah Style!
May 24, 2017
27:25
“Born-Again” How life-giving Torah teachings can literally transform our life’s beginning. Parshat Bamidbar, 4th Portion (Numbers 3:1-3:13)
344
Protected by the Babies!
Protected by the Babies!
May 25, 2017
26:22
Levites were tasked with guarding holiness; this included even infants! Parshat Bamidbar, 5th Portion (Numbers 3:14-3:39)
345
Do We Believe In Forced Retirement?
Do We Believe In Forced Retirement?
May 29, 2017
25:59
Do the Torah’s tribal instructions prove it requires forced retirement? Parshat Naso, 2nd Portion (Numbers 4:29-4:49)
346
Confessions Of An Exile!
Confessions Of An Exile!
May 30, 2017
30:32
Discover profound insights into regretful repentance! Parshat Naso, 3rd Portion (Numbers 5:1-5:10)
347
Orchestrating Retirement: A Torah Idea?!
Orchestrating Retirement: A Torah Idea?!
Jun 5, 2017
28:20
How we can orchestrate retirement to illuminate and alleviate life’s pressures. Parshat Behaalotecha, 2nd Portion (Numbers 8:15-8:26)
348
Never Too Late
Never Too Late
Jun 6, 2017
29:50
Does G-d Give Us A Second Chance? The Parsha’s narrative shows us how we can make up for lost chances! Parshat Behaalotecha, 3rd Portion (Numbers 9:1-9:14)
349
Mapping Life's Journeys!
Mapping Life's Journeys!
Jun 7, 2017
28:36
Ancient desert sojourns foretell our journeys today. Important lessons learned! Parshat Behaalotecha, 4th Portion (Numbers 9:15-10:10)
350
Last But Not Least
Last But Not Least
Jun 8, 2017
33:48
“Last But Not Least” The caboose may come last, but its function shouldn’t be under-appreciated! Parshat Behaalotecha, 5th Portion (Numbers 10:11-10:34)
351
Rebellious Disorder
Rebellious Disorder
Jun 12, 2017
26:34
How disorderliness became a giveaway to Caleb on scouts’ sedition. Parshat Shlach, 2nd Portion (Numbers 13:21-14:7)
352
Did Moses Muster The Best Defense?
Did Moses Muster The Best Defense?
Jun 13, 2017
26:26
Why didn’t Moses use stronger defensive advocacy for the Jewish people? Parshat Shlach, 3rd Portion (Numbers 14:8-14:25)
353
Just Dough It!!
Just Dough It!!
Jun 15, 2017
27:35
Discover how Challah dough packs a powerful punch at a pagan preoccupation! Parshat Shlach, 6th Portion (Numbers 15:17-15:26) Challah: a Step-by-Step Guide - How to Seperate "Challah"
354
The Unforgiven Sinning Scouts!
The Unforgiven Sinning Scouts!
Jun 15, 2017
28:05
Why weren’t the 'Sins of the Scouts' forgotten even though the nation was forgiven? Parshat Shlach, 4th Portion (Numbers 14:26-15:7)
355
Moses Incensed
Moses Incensed
Jun 19, 2017
24:48
Discover how diplomatic discussions devolved into his deepest distress. Parshat Korach, 2nd Portion (Numbers 16:14-16:19)
356
The People's Court: Moses Goes To Bat For The Nation!
The People's Court: Moses Goes To Bat For The Nation!
Jun 20, 2017
31:16
Moses prays that G-d only punish real sinners. But isn’t that obvious? Parshat Korach, 3rd Portion (Numbers 16:20-17:8)
357
Korach's Son's Survival: The Men Who Returned From Hell!!
Korach's Son's Survival: The Men Who Returned From Hell!!
Jun 21, 2017
29:18
Korach’s Sons’ Secret Survival Story; the men who came back from Hell! Parshat Korach, 4th Portion (Numbers 17:9-17:15)
358
Flower Power
Flower Power
Jun 22, 2017
29:53
Lessons from the miraculous flowering of Aaron’s supernatural staff! Parshat Korach, 5th Portion (Numbers 17:16-17:24)
359
Death of a Tzadik
Death of a Tzadik
Jun 29, 2017
25:43
In the aftermath of Aaron’s passing, everyone mourns; then, enemies attack! Parshat Chukat, 5th Portion (Numbers 20:22-21:9)
360
Love and Hate
Love and Hate
Jul 3, 2017
29:15
Baalam’s bitterness and hate is contrasted with Abraham’s enthusiasm and love! Parshat Balak, 2nd Portion (Numbers 22:13-22:20)
361
The Reticent Angel of Mercy!
The Reticent Angel of Mercy!
Jul 5, 2017
28:45
Why wasn’t the Messenger of Mercy sent to save Baalam from evil more forceful? Parshat Balak, 3rd Portion (Numbers 22:21-22:38)
362
The Dirt on Mitzvot: What's Up With That?!?
The Dirt on Mitzvot: What's Up With That?!?
Jul 5, 2017
27:45
“The Dirt on Mitzvahs” In his first parable, Baalam likens Hashem’s mitzvot to soil. Was that an insult? Parshat Balak, 4th Portion (Numbers 22:39-23:12)
363
Animal Farm
Animal Farm
Jul 6, 2017
24:30
Why should recite Shema with gusto like a lion attacking, rather than the preying wolf! Parshat Balak, 5th Portion (Numbers 23:13-23:26)
364
Mutinous Mix - Up
Mutinous Mix - Up
Jul 10, 2017
24:26
Decades after Korach’s Rebellion, his children emerge from the abyss, but out-of-order... Find out why! Parshat Pinchas, 2nd Portion (Numbers 26:5-26:51)
365
Fit To Be King
Fit To Be King
Jul 12, 2017
24:50
Moses regally Appoints Joshua as the next ruler, but why wasn’t he royally Anointed? Parshat Pinchas, 4th Portion (Numbers 27:6-27:23)
366
Global Temple: Sukkot and the United Nations!
Global Temple: Sukkot and the United Nations!
Jul 13, 2017
28:30
Global Temple: Sukkot and the United Nations! Parshat Pinchas, 7th Portion (Numbers 29:12-30:1)
367
War Games
War Games
Jul 17, 2017
28:53
The Spoils of war had to be purified: discover the meaning of all 3 levels! Parshat Matot-Massei, 2nd Portion (Numbers 31:13-31:54)
368
Gad & Reuben - Effected by a Diet!
Gad & Reuben - Effected by a Diet!
Jul 18, 2017
24:26
"Let’s Settle This" Did Reuben & Gad’s DIET cause them to seek a Trans-Jordan settlement? Parshat Matot-Massei, 3rd Portion (Numbers 32:1-32:19)
369
Ancient Journeys; Compelling Theories
Ancient Journeys; Compelling Theories
Jul 19, 2017
28:26
Agree to Disagree? Are dramatically differing Torah narratives necessarily mutually exclusive? Parshat Matot-Massei, 4th Portion (Numbers 32:20-33:49)
370
Border Security
Border Security
Jul 20, 2017
23:58
Border Security: Why did Moses himself need to map out Israel’s future boundaries? Parshat Matot-Massei, 5th Portion (Numbers 33:50-34:15)
371
Safe Segregation
Safe Segregation
May 14, 2018
21:41
When segregation is not only tolerable but necessary for public safety. Parshat Bamidbar, 2nd Portion (Numbers 1:20-1:54)
372
Array of Tents
Array of Tents
May 15, 2018
17:22
The Israelite camp was designed for easy access and to maintain symmetry. Parshat Bamidbar, 3rd Portion (Numbers 2:1-2:34)
373
The Descendants
The Descendants
May 16, 2018
25:31
"The Descendants" The real rhyme and reason Torah teachers are presented as progenitors. Parshat Bamidbar, 4th Portion (Numbers 3:1-3:13)
374
Secret Confessions
Secret Confessions
May 22, 2018
25:28
Analysis of the Jewish way to confess; plus, what’s the Israeli connection? Parshat Naso, 3rd Portion (Numbers 5:1-5:10)
375
Princely Presentation
Princely Presentation
May 23, 2018
1:17:53
Parsha Curiosities: Parshat Naso Cracking the Code on mysterious themes & ideas in the weekly Parsha! The Torah’s identical repetition of the Inaugural Offerings brought by Israel’s tribal leaders, serves to make parshat Naso the longest Torah portion. Perhaps more pointedly though, it seems entirely superfluous; especially in view of the Scripture’s sparing nature. Yet, despite this obvious and glaring biblical anomaly; Rashi – our trusted master of mainstream meaning – appears to provide little rationale and no comfort at all. The explanation ultimately sheds light on Torah-true diversity and the importance of every person’s unique contribution in the rubric of spiritual life and divine service.
376
Wonder Water
Wonder Water
May 23, 2018
26:41
Discover how sacred H2O becomes a healing balm for sin-inflicted wounds. Parshat Naso, 2nd Portion (Numbers 4:29-4:49)
377
Halfway to Nowhere
Halfway to Nowhere
May 24, 2018
27:41
The shocking reason stingy leaders donated only half a wagon each! Parshat Naso, 5th Portion (Numbers 7:1-7:41)
378
Freedom 55
Freedom 55
May 28, 2018
25:39
How ancient Tabernacle Levite age-disqualification still guides retirement in our era. Parshat Behaalotecha, 2nd Portion (Numbers 8:15-8:26)
379
Hit & Miss
Hit & Miss
May 29, 2018
27:02
Passover in Desert & Profound insights on the complaints of those who missed out on the Korban Pesach. Parshat Behaalotecha, 3rd Portion (Numbers 9:1-9:14)
380
Sound the Trumpets
Sound the Trumpets
May 30, 2018
1:30:46
Parsha Curiosities: Parshat Behaalotecha Cracking the Code on mysterious themes & ideas in the weekly Parsha! Discover the secret story of our Mosaic Trumpets signaling Sinai sojourns.
381
Ancient GPS
Ancient GPS
May 30, 2018
20:51
How miraculous mapping of desert directions can help us best navigate life today. Parshat Behaalotecha, 4th Portion (Numbers 9:15-10:10)
382
Go Camping
Go Camping
May 31, 2018
25:03
The ancient story of the “Camp of Dan” brings home powerful lessons for today. Parshat Behaalotecha, 5th Portion (Numbers 10:11-10:34)
383
A Grave Matter
A Grave Matter
Jun 4, 2018
28:05
Understanding the need for Graveside Entreaty despite Mosaic empowerment. Parshat Shlach, 2nd Portion (Numbers 13:21-14:7)
384
Defense Minister
Defense Minister
Jun 5, 2018
25:28
Why Moses invokes a Hasbara debacle to safely defend the Jewish people. Parshat Shlach, 3rd Portion (Numbers 14:8-14:25)
385
You Knead To Know
You Knead To Know
Jun 7, 2018
23:01
The shocking reason “offering some dough” can neutralize sins of idolatry. Parshat Shlach, 6th Portion (Numbers 15:8-15:16)
386
Diplomatic Immunity
Diplomatic Immunity
Jun 11, 2018
25:34
How diplomatic discussions devolved into Moshe’s deepest distress. Parshat Korach, 2nd Portion (Numbers 16:14-16:19)
387
The People’s Court
The People’s Court
Jun 12, 2018
31:16
Moses prays that G-d only punish real sinners, but isn’t that obvious? Parshat Korach, 3rd Portion (Numbers 16:20-17:8)
388
Return from Hades
Return from Hades
Jun 13, 2018
20:03
Korach’s Sons’ Secret Survival Story; the men who came back from Hell! Parshat Korach, 3rd Portion (Numbers 16:31-34)
389
The Women’s Well
The Women’s Well
Jun 19, 2018
28:44
"The Women’s Well" Synopsis: Miriam’s merit brought the water; while Moses’ provided the Manna. Why was the Jewish people’s miraculous desert sustenance divided along “gender specifics"? Parshat Chukat, 2nd Portion (Numbers 19:18-20:6)
390
The Moshe Method
The Moshe Method
Jun 20, 2018
22:17
"The Moshe Method" Discover unique ‘Moses Methodology’ when our nation confronts Edom! Parshat Chukat, 4th Portion (Numbers 20:14-20:21)
391
First Strike
First Strike
Jun 21, 2018
23:46
"First Strike" In the aftermath of Aaron’s passing, everyone mourns, but then enemies attack! Parshat Chukat, 5th Portion (Numbers 20:22-21:9)
392
Love & Hate
Love & Hate
Jun 25, 2018
26:24
"Love & Hate" Baalam’s bitterness and hate contrasts with Abraham’s enthusiasm and love! Parshat Balak, 2nd Portion (Numbers 22:13-22:20)
393
A Shy Angel
A Shy Angel
Jun 26, 2018
29:42
"A Shy Angel" Why wasn’t the messenger of mercy sent to save Baalam from evil more forceful? Parshat Balak, 3rd Portion (Numbers 22:21-22:38)
394
Goodly Tents
Goodly Tents
Jun 27, 2018
1:14:41
Parsha Curiosities: Parshat Balak Cracking the Code on mysterious themes & ideas in the weekly Parsha! Balaam’s famous prophetic words “Ma Tovu” occupy a unique place of prominence in the Hebrew Scriptures, our daily prayers and Jewish liturgical compositions. Oftentimes even emblazoned on Holy Ark’s and Synagogue facades, they clearly contain many marvelous mysteries and secrets. Following a general intro, we initiate analysis of Rashi’s seemingly lackluster elucidation, which leads us into a journey of profound discovery as we mine the verse to reveal dynamic dimensions of insight. In the end, our return to the primary port of departure resonates with timely and relevant guidance about the singular importance of modesty in our modern age of hyper-promiscuity.
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The Dirt on Mitzvot
The Dirt on Mitzvot
Jun 27, 2018
25:33
"The Dirt on Mitzvot" In his parable, Baalam likens Hashem’s Mitzvot to soil. Was that an insult? Parshat Balak, 4th Portion (Numbers 22:39-23:12)
396
Shema Zoo
Shema Zoo
Jun 28, 2018
23:13
"Shema Zoo" If the Shema’s best recited like an attack lion; why not invoke wolf-like zeal as well? Parshat Balak, 5th Portion (Numbers 23:13-23:26)
397
MIA Mystical Mix-up
MIA Mystical Mix-up
Jul 2, 2018
35:30
Decades after being swallowed alive, Korach’s children emerge from the abyss, but appear somehow askew... what in Heaven actually transpired?! Parshat Pinchas, 2nd Portion (Numbers 26:5-26:51)
398
Talking Tickets!
Talking Tickets!
Jul 3, 2018
28:29
The lots drawn to allocate portions of the Holy Land had to speak miraculously! Why?! Parshat Pinchas, 3rd Portion (Numbers 26:52-27:5)
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Leader’s Heirs
Leader’s Heirs
Jul 4, 2018
1:00:08
Parsha Curiosities: Parshat Pinchas Cracking the Code on mysterious themes & ideas in the weekly Parsha! ’ Upon divine confirmation that he wouldn’t enter the Promised Land, Moses forcefully asks G-d to assure him that the Children of Israel not be left like a “flock without a shepherd.” Our Sages highlight the unique introductory sentence, telling us that it’s a one-of-a-kind biblical verse! Rashi elucidates how it expresses the ultimate paradigm of true leadership and the selfless nature of Moses. At this fateful moment, his response was single-minded concern for his people. Yet Rashi comments on the very next verse that Moses said “it’s time to ask for my own needs, that my son should inherit my high position.” How can we reconcile this egregiously glaring inconsistency?
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King Me
King Me
Jul 4, 2018
24:59
Moses appointed Joshua regally as the next ruler, but why wasn’t he anointed royally? Parshat Pinchas, 4th Portion (Numbers 27:6-27:23)