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101
Nitzavim and Teshuva - Balance of Pressure
Nitzavim and Teshuva - Balance of Pressure
Sep 22, 2022
9:48
Moshe gives Klal Yisrael chizuk amid the klalos, lest they feel overwhelmed. Similarly, we need to balance pushing ourselves and feeling comfortable with where we are. Some thoughts about walking the tightrope. As the year comes to a close, want to thank you for being a subscriber and giving me chizuk. Hope you gain from these Divrei Torah and enjoy them. Have a Ksivah Vchasimah Tovah and a Good Gbentched Yior.
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Nitzavim - Choose Life
Nitzavim - Choose Life
Sep 25, 2022
3:20
Short vort on the Mitzvah of UBacharta Bachaim, to choose life. A mitzvah to choose life in this world, and life in the next.
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Vayeilech - Someone To Rely On
Vayeilech - Someone To Rely On
Sep 29, 2022
9:34
Moshe says if the people rebelled even during his lifetime, then Kal Vachomer after his death they would. Maharsha ask from Sanhedrin 37a that we see the Baryonim said the opposite, once Rabbi Zeira was no longer there to daven for them, they had better shape up. Some thoughts on those who daven for us.
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Haazinu - Heaven and Earth as Witness
Haazinu - Heaven and Earth as Witness
Oct 7, 2022
7:59
Chazal say Heaven and Earth are witness to the Shirah, and that we should learn from their faithful service. How can we be compared to the sky, what are Chazal trying to teach us? Have a good Shabbos and a good Yom Tov.
105
Vzos Habracha - Moshe's Burial and Yosef's Burial
Vzos Habracha - Moshe's Burial and Yosef's Burial
Oct 14, 2022
7:17
The Midrash says Moshe was buried by Hashem Himself, and merited that because he involved himself in the burial of Yosef. Why was that so special, and why did he need that merit in light of all his other mitzvos? If you missed last year's vort on Vzos Habracha about Moshe's petirah, be sure to check it out, as it's one of the most incredible ideas I have seen while doing these Divrei Torah. Midrash discusses Moshe's fight to remain alive. Why would Moshe ask to remain alive as a bird? You can find it by searching the podcast for Vzos Habracha. Thanks for being a listener. Have a good Shabbos and a good Yom Tov.
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The Beginning and Ending of the Torah - Tapping into Hashem's Kindness
The Beginning and Ending of the Torah - Tapping into Hashem's Kindness
Oct 16, 2022
9:29
Hi, One last idea from the heart, to end off the second season of these Divrei Torah. Chazal tell us that the Torah begins and ends with Chesed. Some thoughts on how we can feel Hashem's Chesed in times of challenge. If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a good rating, as it influences the algorithms and makes it more likely that others will discover it. Have a good Yom Tov and thank you for being a listener.
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Bereishis - The Sin of the Eitz Hadaas
Bereishis - The Sin of the Eitz Hadaas
Oct 20, 2022
8:55
A tangible approach to one of the most difficult parshiyos in the Torah. How could Adam Harishon make such a mistake, what was he trying to accomplish? Based on ideas from the Ramban, Rav Simcha Zissel Broide, and Rabbi Akiva Tatz. Have a wonderful Shabbos, and thank you for listening.
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Noach - The Sending of The Raven
Noach - The Sending of The Raven
Oct 27, 2022
8:18
Noach originally sent a raven as his messenger, but the raven refused to go. Some lessons to be learned from why it refused, and what it shows that it wasn't zoche to go. New development! There is now a call in option for the podcast, for those who don't have podcast apps! 712-432-3491 in America, or 079-574-2029 in Israel.
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Lech Lecha - Nisayon of the Bris Milah
Lech Lecha - Nisayon of the Bris Milah
Nov 2, 2022
8:50
One of the Ten Nisyonos of Avraham Avinu was giving himself a Bris Milah. Why was that such a big Nisayon for someone with his level of Mesirus Nefesh? Based on the approach of Rav Moshe Feinstein. Hope you enjoy. Have a great Shabbos. This episode is Liluy Nishmas my grandmother Devorah Bas Tzvi Hirsch, whose Yartzeit is 7 Cheshvan.
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Vayeira - Avraham The Father of The Nations
Vayeira - Avraham The Father of The Nations
Nov 10, 2022
8:57
Rashi says Hashem informed Avraham about Sedom because you tell a father before punishing his son. How is Avraham the father of the people of Sedom? If you missed last years vort on Vayeira, be sure to look back in the podcast history and check it out, as it was a real gem with many chiddushim. If you like this podcast please follow us and rate us five stars, to enable more people to discover it. Always appreicate any feedback. You can reach me at the name of the podcast @gmail.com Have a good Shabbos.
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Chayei Sarah - Role of the Jewish Woman
Chayei Sarah - Role of the Jewish Woman
Nov 16, 2022
9:33
Chazal talk about the ultimate power the wife has over the righteousness of the husband, yet the sefarim also talk about a woman is under the domain of husband in these areas. An approach to the role and power of the Jewish woman, based on a talk of Rav Yitzchak Sorotzkin Shlita. You can listen to his full 35 minute shiur here: https://www.torahanytime.com/#/lectures?a=166526 Thank you for listening. If you like the shiurim, please subscribe and rate us five stars. Have a wonderful Shabbos.
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Toldos - Hope For Every Jew
Toldos - Hope For Every Jew
Nov 24, 2022
8:51
Midrash says Yitzchak sensed Yakum Ish Tzroros and Yosef Meshisa and they helped provide an impetus for giving the Brachos. Out of all the Jews in history, why them? If you missed last year's idea, please check it out, as it's one of my all time favorites, that I have always taken tremendous chizuk from. Have a great Shabbos.
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Vayeitzei - Leah's Prayers and Destiny
Vayeitzei - Leah's Prayers and Destiny
Dec 1, 2022
8:46
Chazal tell us Leah would have been married to Eisev if not for her tears and prayers. Some thoughts on how Tefilah is Avodah, and how it can effectuate change. Have a good Shabbos.
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Vayishlach - The Parsha of Galus
Vayishlach - The Parsha of Galus
Dec 7, 2022
8:08
Chazal refer to this Parsha as the Parsha of Galus, and bring many lessons from it. A few ideas from the Ramban and the Midrashim.
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Vayeishev - The Good Spices in Life
Vayeishev - The Good Spices in Life
Dec 16, 2022
7:53
Rashi quotes Chazal teach us that Yosef was taken in a caravan filled with good spices. How did that help him in this difficult situation? A few different lessons the sefarim take from this Rashi.
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Chanukah - Spiritual Celebration
Chanukah - Spiritual Celebration
Dec 21, 2022
7:00
Why is there no Mitzvah of Seudah on Chanukah the way there is on Purim? The approaches of the Levush and Bach, and some practical lessons from it.
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Mikeitz - The Midah Kneged Midah
Mikeitz - The Midah Kneged Midah
Dec 22, 2022
6:31
Some insights on the aspects of the Midah Kneged Midah at play in the story of Yosef and his brothers.
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Vayigash - Fate of the Deceitful
Vayigash - Fate of the Deceitful
Dec 29, 2022
7:46
The Torah tells us when the brothers told Yaakov that Yosef was alive, he didn't belive them. Why wouldn't he believe them? An idea from the Avos D'Rabbi Nosson.
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Vayechi - Yosef's Passing and Care in Speech
Vayechi - Yosef's Passing and Care in Speech
Jan 5, 2023
9:41
Why did Yosef pass away before his brothers? Three Pshatim in Chazal, and the lessons we can learn from them. Thanks for joining me on a second round through Sefer Breishis. Chazak Chazak V'nitchazek! Have a wonderful Shabbos.
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Shemos - The Darkness Before the Dawn
Shemos - The Darkness Before the Dawn
Jan 12, 2023
9:39
Why did Hashem increase the suffering of the slavery after sending Moshe the first time? What was the lesson for the Jewish people? Based on the approaches of the Tiferes Tzion and the Chofetz Chaim. If you missed last year's dvar torah about the names Shifra and Puah and why they were chosen, be sure to check it out, as it is one of our classics. Have a good Shabbos.
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Va'eira - The Power of Perspective
Va'eira - The Power of Perspective
Jan 20, 2023
8:36
The 4th language of Geulah, ולקחתי , the pasuk says that Hashem will take us as a nation when He gives us the Torah, and we will know He took us out of Mitzrayim. Didn't we know that before Matan Torah? And how were the Mitzrayim not influenced by the Makkos? Some thoughts on the power of our framework. Make sure to listen to last year's idea of Bishvili Nivra Haolam and the Alter of Slabodkas yesod of the main lesson of Yetzias Mitzrayim if you missed it. One of the most popular shiurim I have been zoche to give. Thanks for being a listener. Have a good Shabbos
122
Bo - The Power of Kiddush HaChodesh
Bo - The Power of Kiddush HaChodesh
Jan 26, 2023
9:15
Why was Rosh Chodesh the first Mitzva given to the Jewish people? Some thoughts on our impact on the world, based on the writings of Rav Chaim Friedlander. Thanks for listening and have a wonderful Shabbos.
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Beshalach - Everything Counts
Beshalach - Everything Counts
Feb 2, 2023
6:05
Split this week into two shiurim. Ideas in the Shiras HaYam from the aspect of mercifulness shown to the Mitzriyim. Nothing is insignificant by Hakadosh Baruch Hu.
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Beshalach - Building up Talmidim
Beshalach - Building up Talmidim
Feb 2, 2023
3:50
A short lesson we can learn from the way Moshe built up Yehoshua. Never underestimate your influence over those who look up to you.
125
Yisro - Self Respect in Our Avodah
Yisro - Self Respect in Our Avodah
Feb 9, 2023
9:47
An incredible perspective on the advice of Yisro to Moshe regarding delgation, and the two sides of that argument. Based on the ideas of Rav Henoch Leibowitz Zt"l. This week marks the start of the 3rd cycle of these Divrei Torah, as Yisro was the first week 3 years ago! 🥳 🥳 Have a good Shabbos.
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Mishpatim - The Courts of Truth
Mishpatim - The Courts of Truth
Feb 16, 2023
9:49
Why does the Torah place such a strong emphasis on only using Torah based courts? How important it is for us to recognize our Aveiros for what they are.
127
Terumah - Mindsets and Levels in Giving
Terumah - Mindsets and Levels in Giving
Feb 22, 2023
8:57
Why does the Torah tell us to give, then what to give, and then what it's for? Shouldn't the order be in reverse? Ideas in our mindset in Tzedakah, based on the Kol Rom of Rav Moshe Feinstein. For last year's shiurim about the lessons in Tznius from the covers of the Mishkan, the Miraculous Height of the Leviim, and the Lessons from the 3 Crowns, please check earlier in the podcast or send me an email. Have a great Shabbos! If you like this podcast, please spread it around and please rate us 5 stars
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Tetzaveh - The Lev & the Choshen
Tetzaveh - The Lev & the Choshen
Mar 3, 2023
6:50
Chazal tell us Aharon was rewarded with the Urim Vetumim on the Lev, partly because he was Sameach with a full Lev when Moshe was made the leader of Yisrael. Some thoughts from Rav Elya Baruch about the concept of Midah Kneged Midah on a specific part of the body. Thank you for listening. Have a wonderful Shabbos and a Freilichen Purim
129
Ki Sisah - The 13 Middos and Divine Mercy
Ki Sisah - The 13 Middos and Divine Mercy
Mar 10, 2023
8:51
After the Chet Haegel, Moshe was taught the 13 Middos of Rachamim. Some exploration of the Middos of mercy represented by Hashem Hashem.
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Vayakhel - Leadership With Consent
Vayakhel - Leadership With Consent
Mar 14, 2023
4:57
The Torah makes it clear that Hashem chose Betzalel, yet Chazal say the people were consulted on it. What lessons in Derech Eretz was Hashem teaching us?
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Pekudei - Splitting up the Mitzvos
Pekudei - Splitting up the Mitzvos
Mar 14, 2023
5:39
Why does the Parsha keep repeating that Moshe did as Hashem had commanded him? How can we increase the number of Mitzvos in the Mitzvos we do?
132
Vayikra - Distancing From Theft
Vayikra - Distancing From Theft
Mar 23, 2023
8:35
Why do we burn the stomach of an animal on the Mizbeach, but not the stomach of a bird? Can one redeem himself for his financial shtick by spending some of the money on a Korban?
133
Tzav - Changing for the Hotzaah
Tzav - Changing for the Hotzaah
Mar 30, 2023
7:59
Why did the Kohen have to change from the regular Bigadim for the Hotzaas Hadeshen? Was it a dirtier job than whatever else was done in the Mishkan? Have a good Shabbos and a Chag Kasher V'sameach.
134
Pesach - Vehi Sheomda For Our Benefit
Pesach - Vehi Sheomda For Our Benefit
Apr 4, 2023
7:14
What is Amda for us so that Hashem should help us in every generation? The understanding of the Netziv in why the dangers are also part of the Havtacha. Have a Chag Kasher V'sameach and a meaningful Pesach
135
Shemini - Admitting Our Mistakes
Shemini - Admitting Our Mistakes
Apr 14, 2023
8:28
Why was it important for Moshe to publicize that he had forgotten a Halacha? Should we share our mistakes when trying to influence others? Have a good Shabbos
136
Tazria - Metzora - What Can You Learn from Tzaraas?
Tazria - Metzora - What Can You Learn from Tzaraas?
Apr 19, 2023
8:34
What can we learn from Tzaraas today? Lessons in Hashgacha Pratis from the Sefer HaChinuch. Thanks for listening. Have a good Shabbos
137
Kedoshim - Sensitivity to Others Feelings
Kedoshim - Sensitivity to Others Feelings
Apr 26, 2023
9:35
The Torah warns us not to embarrass other people. How can we be more careful not to hurt others unwittingly? Including some ideas from my Rebbeim Rabbi Tropper Zt"l and Rabbi Scharfman Zt"l. Hope you find it helpful. Have a great Shabbos
138
Emor - Uplifting the Kohen Gadol
Emor - Uplifting the Kohen Gadol
May 4, 2023
8:59
The Midrash tell us the Kohen Gadol should be the Gadol in beauty, wealth, wisdom, and physical strength. Why are these important for the Kohen Gadol to have? Thanks for listening, Have a good Shabbos
139
Behar - Ribbis and Jewish Brotherhood
Behar - Ribbis and Jewish Brotherhood
May 12, 2023
9:05
The Torah lists six La'avin on one who lends with Ribbis, and two on one who pays back Ribbis. Why is it wrong for one to make money that way, and why shouldn't the lender express gratitude? Hope you find in thought provoking. Beis Horaah l’Inyanei Ribbis hotline is at (845) 493-8604. Have a good Shabbos.
140
Bamidbar - Valuing Privacy and Dignity
Bamidbar - Valuing Privacy and Dignity
May 18, 2023
9:43
The Midrash says after the building of the Mishkan, Hashem stopped speaking to Moshe in public, because it was more Tznius to do it in the Mishkan. What does publicity have to do with Tznius, when we are dealing with Nevuah or Harbatas Torah? Some thoughts about privacy and dignity, based on the Chiddushei Halev. Hope you enjoy it, and are not offended by anything in this shiur. If you want something clarified, please reach out. Have a wonderful Shabbos.
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Shavuos - The Connectedness of Everything in Torah
Shavuos - The Connectedness of Everything in Torah
May 21, 2023
9:38
Why do Chazal talk about 613 Mitzvos, when there are clearly thousands of Mitzvos? An idea from the Maalos HaTorah about the connectedness of everything in Torah. This idea has always spoken to me, hope you find it helpful. May you have a meaningful Shavuos. Please make sure to listen to our other shiurim about Shavuos, and please rate us 5 stars to help others find the podcast.
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Naso - Sheep of Integrity
Naso - Sheep of Integrity
Jun 2, 2023
9:32
The Inaugural Karbanos of the Nesiim all came with tremendous symbolism unique to their shevet. Yissacher brought a sheep to represent the integrity of Yaakov with the sheep of Lavan. Why is that what's chosen as the aspect of Yaakov to tap into here? Hope you have a great Shabbos.
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Behaaloscha - Shavings of the Leviim
Behaaloscha - Shavings of the Leviim
Jun 9, 2023
9:57
The Torah tells us about 3 who had a Mitzvah to shave their hair, one being the Leviim at their inauguration. Why did they shave their hair and what can it teach us about confidence? Hope you enjoy. Have a good Shabbos.
144
Shelach - The Dangers of Lashon Hara
Shelach - The Dangers of Lashon Hara
Jun 15, 2023
9:35
Chazal tell us the Meraglim, and that whole generation, were killed out because they spoke Lashon Hara about Eretz Yisrael. Why was it the Aveirah of Lashon Hara, as opposed to the lack of Emunah and the Chillul Hashem? Some thoughts about Lashon Hara and the humility we need to develop to overcome it. May you have a wonderful Shabbos.
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Korach - When Great Men Fall
Korach - When Great Men Fall
Jun 22, 2023
9:12
Chazal tell us that Korach was a great person, and are surprised he succumbed to this Nisayon. They also tell us that some of our other famous great ancestors were involved in this movement. Some ideas about how the Yetzer Hara can pose a risk to even the greatest of people, and how to judge such situations. Have a good Shabbos.
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Chukas Balak - Rewards for a Mitzvah
Chukas Balak - Rewards for a Mitzvah
Jun 28, 2023
9:46
Chiddushim in the rewards Og and Balak recieved for their actions. A famous Chofetz Chaim shmuess about Og and my own shmuess about Balak. Never discount the value of a Mitzvah. (Although it's a chiddush Balak counts as a mitzvah, but seems to me this is so.) Have a great Shabbos
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Pinchas - Humility and Bnos Tzelafchad
Pinchas - Humility and Bnos Tzelafchad
Jul 6, 2023
8:54
The Torah tells us Moshe brought the claims of the Bnos Tzelafchad before Hashem. Why didn't he answer the question himself? Two approaches of the Midrash in the importance of humility. Hope you enjoy. Have a good Shabbos
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Masai - Emunah From Our Travels
Masai - Emunah From Our Travels
Jul 13, 2023
9:16
The Ramban says the Torah lists the 42 places the Jews encamped in the worldness so we can see where they are to increase our Emunah. Don't we believe the Chumash that they lived on miracles, what does looking at a map add? An idea from the Ohr Yechezkel about making our Emunah real and being able to feel Hashem in our lives. Have a Good Shabbos
149
Tisha B'av - Understanding Sinas Chinam - Double Episode
Tisha B'av - Understanding Sinas Chinam - Double Episode
Jul 19, 2023
18:47
The 2nd Mikdash was destroyed because of Sinas Chinam. What causes us to hate others, and how can we work on it? What are the parameters of Sinas Chinam, who are we obligated to forgive? Why is the Bar Kamtza story more an example of Sinas Chinam and concealed hatred then any of the other stories of cruelty and machlokes in that time? One of the most thought out shiurim I have prepared so far. It was a lot of material, so I split it into two clips. I think it's essential to think about, and I hope you find it meaningful. Thanks to all the people who helped with fleshing out this material, including Rabbi Yehuda Shmuelevitz, Rabbi Natan Lindell, Maor, Daniel, Dovid Tzvi, and the Kamin Kiddush Chaburah. Hope you have a meaningful fast. May we be zoche to the Binyan Hamikdash with the Bias Goel Tzedek Bimheirah Biyameinu Amen. This Episode is dedicated as a zechus for a Refuah Shelaimah for Yehuda Leib ben Rachel Chana
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Devarim - Dangers of Negativity
Devarim - Dangers of Negativity
Jul 20, 2023
7:34
How could Bnei Yisrael have said a language that being taken to E"Y was B'Sinas Hashem? Ideas from Rabbeinu Yonah on the dangers of Narganus/negativity.
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Vaeschanan - Paths To Loving Hashem
Vaeschanan - Paths To Loving Hashem
Jul 30, 2023
9:28
In Kriyas Shema we have the mitzvah to love Hashem. Exploring two approaches in the Rambam to how we can come to have more Ahavas Hashem, one based on Kriyas Shema.
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Eikev - Loving The Ger
Eikev - Loving The Ger
Aug 4, 2023
9:26
The Torah warns in 36 places that we must treat a ger with proper sensitivity. Here the Torah tells us a special Mitzvah to love a Ger. There are beautiful lessons in sensitivity and perspective in how the Rambam explains it, may we be zoche to able to learn from them. Thanks for being a listener. Have a good Shabbos
153
Re'eh - Clinging to Hashem in Our Minds
Re'eh - Clinging to Hashem in Our Minds
Aug 10, 2023
8:48
The Torah tells us a Mitzvah to cling to Hashem in our minds. How can we develop the mindfulness to do that? Some ideas based on the Chayei Adam and others, that have the ability to enrich our lives. Wishing you a good Shabbos
154
Shoftim - The Essence of Chinuch
Shoftim - The Essence of Chinuch
Aug 16, 2023
9:26
Rashi says the language of חנוכת הבית found in the parsha is the same language as חנוך לנער. You don't educate a house, what does chinuch actually mean? Some ideas and perspectives based on the Piaseczna Rebbe's elaboration of Rashi's idea in his Chovas Hatalmidim. Have a great Shabbos
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Ki Seitzei - Choosing Our Challenges
Ki Seitzei - Choosing Our Challenges
Aug 24, 2023
9:10
In the topic of fencing in a roof, Rabbeinu Bechayai teaches that we all signed up for our life situations during the original 6 days of creation. Explore some philosophical and practical applications of this idea. Have a good Shabbos.
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Rabbi Luban - The Purpose of a Shmuess
Rabbi Luban - The Purpose of a Shmuess
Aug 25, 2023
9:40
Wanted to share with you a special clip someone sent me from my Rebbe Rav Binyamin Luban Shlita. He really articulates the approach which is one of the foundations for what I am trying to do on the podcast. His ideas of how to show people how the Torah speaks directly to them in a meaningful way have formed the foundation of what I do here, even though I rarely do Chofetz Chaim style shmuessim. Hope you enjoy this special episode.
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Ki Savo - Upholding Every Single One
Ki Savo - Upholding Every Single One
Aug 31, 2023
8:14
The Jewish People accepted a curse on one who doesn't uphold the words of the Torah. Rabbeinu Yonah and Ramban explain it means one who doesn't accept all the Mitzvos of the Torah and chooses to ignore one. Who does that include, and how do we approach it?
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Nitzavim - Feeling Healthy Shame For Our Aveiros
Nitzavim - Feeling Healthy Shame For Our Aveiros
Sep 7, 2023
9:43
Chazal teach us that Klal Yisrael needed a new Bris with Hashem, due to their shame from the Chet HaEgel. How can we approach shame from our Aveiros in a healthy way, as opposed to an unhealthy way? Based on ideas in the Chiddushei HaLev and the book From Boys to Men Have a Good Shabbos and a Kesivah Vachasimah Tovah
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Rosh Hashana - Bringing Honor to the King
Rosh Hashana - Bringing Honor to the King
Sep 13, 2023
7:31
Rosh Hashana is the first of the Aseres Yamei Teshuva, yet we speak about Hashem's Malchus, not about our actions. How can we use the focus on Malchus to transform us and help us do Teshuva? As we come to near the end of 3 years of these shiurim, want to thank you for being a listener who helps keep them going strong. Have a K'sivah V'chasimah Tovah and a Gut G'bentched Yor.
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Shabbos Shuva - Finding Our Weak Spots
Shabbos Shuva - Finding Our Weak Spots
Sep 20, 2023
9:04
It's a time for personal change, but Chazal tell us a person has a hard time seeing his own flaws. Some suggestions for gaining greater insight. Based on ideas from Mishlei, Rav Yisrael Salanter, the Baal Shem Tov, and Rav Mendel Kaplan. Gmar Chasimah Tovah
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Sukkos - Binding Ourselves Together
Sukkos - Binding Ourselves Together
Sep 27, 2023
9:07
Chazal tell us that the 4 species we take on Sukkos represent 4 different types of Jews. Who is part of that group and is worthy of being bound together, and who is not? Have a Chag Kasher V'Sameach
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V'zos HaBracha and Sof Moadim - Appreciating the Love for Us
V'zos HaBracha and Sof Moadim - Appreciating the Love for Us
Oct 4, 2023
6:37
The Ohr Hachaim points out the greatness of Moshe Rabbeinu in blessing us before his death, even though we helped cause it to happen at this time. We can extend that to appreciate the Love Hashem has for us, as manifested in Hoshana Rabah and Shemini Atzeres. Thanks again as we come to an end of season 3, appreciate your being a listener. Have a Chag Kasher V'sameach.
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Bereishis - Punishing the Inciters
Bereishis - Punishing the Inciters
Oct 11, 2023
9:36
The snake was not given a chance to defend it self, because it had incited others to the worst evils. Thoughts on how the Torah views such things, in light of the situation in Eretz Yisrael. May Hashem send us Besuros Tovos. Have a good Shabbos.
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Noach - Lessons in Chesed From the Teivah
Noach - Lessons in Chesed From the Teivah
Oct 18, 2023
9:38
In these times my Rabbeim are advising that we increase in our Achdus and Chesed as a Zechus for Acheinu Bnei Yisrael. Perspectives on Chesed from the Alter of Slabodka, and lessons to learn from Noach's Chesed in the Teivah. See the greatness of devotion to Chesed, Chazal even tell us lessons Avraham Avinu took from Noach's behavior in the Teivah. May it inspire us to follow in their ways. Besuros Tovos and a meaningful Shabbos
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Lech Lecha - Learning How To Give
Lech Lecha - Learning How To Give
Oct 25, 2023
9:43
The Alter of Slobodka said one cannot be a Baal Chesed without serving Hashem, and one cannot serve Hashem without being a Baal Chesed. How does our relationship with Hashem help us be a bigger Baal Chesed? How can we learn how to do more? May we find more ways to bring zechusim for the sake of Acheinu Bnei Yisrael. Have a Good Shabbos
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Lech Lecha - Learning How To Give
Lech Lecha - Learning How To Give
Oct 25, 2023
9:43
The Alter of Slobodka said one cannot be a Baal Chesed without serving Hashem, and one cannot serve Hashem without being a Baal Chesed. How does our relationship with Hashem help us be a bigger Baal Chesed? How can we learn how to do more? May we find more ways to bring zechusim for the sake of Acheinu Bnei Yisrael. Have a Good Shabbos
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Vayeira - Marching Past Our Doubts
Vayeira - Marching Past Our Doubts
Nov 1, 2023
9:39
When Avraham went to do the Akeidah, the Yetzer Hara tried to convince him he'd misunderstood what Hashem wanted. To some of the challenges, Avraham and Yitzchak said Al Minas Kein, we will do it regardless. Why did they respond that way, instead of defending their position? The Rosh Yeshiva's famous Shmuess in how to best fight those nagging doubts. Have a wonderful Shabbos
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Chayei Sarah - Handling Insulting Behavior
Chayei Sarah - Handling Insulting Behavior
Nov 8, 2023
9:59
Chazal warn us not to daven to Hashem to punish our fellow Jews, even if they wrong us. They praise one who is able to be Ma'avor Al Midosov and take things in stride. Some insights from the Chofetz Chaim and the Tomer Devorah on how we can achieve such heights. May this Dvar Torah be a Zechus for Erez ben Hadas (Kalderon) to be rescued, together with the other hostages in Gaza. You can find a list of the names for Tehillim at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Q6IU209js8fYUrFRoYBK3rKa9WLpuFjl/view and pictures of them at https://www.kidnappedfromisrael.com Have a wonderful Shabbos
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Chayei Sarah - Handling Insulting Behavior
Chayei Sarah - Handling Insulting Behavior
Nov 9, 2023
9:59
Chazal warn us not to daven to Hashem to punish our fellow Jews, even if they wrong us. They praise one who is able to be Ma'avor Al Midosov and take things in stride. Some insights from the Chofetz Chaim and the Tomer Devorah on how we can achieve such heights. May this Dvar Torah be a Zechus for Erez ben Hadas (Kalderon) to be rescued, together with the other hostages in Gaza. You can find a list of the names for Tehillim at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Q6IU209js8fYUrFRoYBK3rKa9WLpuFjl/view and pictures of them at https://www.kidnappedfromisrael.com Have a wonderful Shabbos
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Toldos - Those Who Bless Us & Those Who Curse Us
Toldos - Those Who Bless Us & Those Who Curse Us
Nov 16, 2023
9:24
Yitzchak blessed Yaakov, those who curse us will be cursed, and those who bless us will be blessed. What the Yerushalmi teaches about how we should react to the way they treat us, and what the Medrash teaches about the difficult times in our history.
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Vayeitzei - Like The Dust Of The Earth
Vayeitzei - Like The Dust Of The Earth
Nov 23, 2023
9:21
Yaakov was given a Beracha to be like the dust of the earth. The Medrash says a pshat it's a Beracha relating to the anti-semitism we will face in Galus. Some Chizuk in the face of the challenges we are facing today.
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Vayishlach - Seeing The Captors For Who They Are
Vayishlach - Seeing The Captors For Who They Are
Nov 30, 2023
9:57
The Torah tells us of all the kindness Yaakov provided for the city of Shechem, and how they then abducted and abused Dinah. Some thoughts on those who only seek to harm us, and how to approach them. May this Dvar Torah be a zechus for Erez and Sohar Kalderon, and Yagil and Or Yaakov, to have a full Refuah Shelaima, together with the other released hostages. Have a good Shabbos
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Vayeishev & Chanukah - The Refuah Before The Makkah
Vayeishev & Chanukah - The Refuah Before The Makkah
Dec 8, 2023
9:20
Chazal tell us Hashem caused Yehuda to give birth to the ancestor ofMashiach before they even went down to Mitzrayim. Why was that neccessary at this time? Some insights into the light of Hashgacha Pratis Hashem provides even in times of darkness. Have a good Shabbos and a Freilichen Chanukah.
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Miketz - Limiting The Suffering of Tzaddikim
Miketz - Limiting The Suffering of Tzaddikim
Dec 15, 2023
9:53
Chazal tell us that Hashem often prevents Tzaddikim from suffering for more than 3 days. Fascinating applications Chazal make to Yosef's brothers going to jail, Yonah, Matan Torah, and the Akeidah. May this week's Dvar Torah be a zechus for a Refuah Shelaimah for Eitan ben Batsheva Yahalomi, among the rest of the Shevuyim. Have a good Shabbos
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Vayigash - When We Fight Back & When We Don't
Vayigash - When We Fight Back & When We Don't
Dec 21, 2023
9:29
At the end of Parshas Miketz, the brothers are submissive with Yosef and prepared to stay as his slaves. However, at the beginning of Vayigash, Yehuda is threatening Yosef with war and destruction if he tries to keep Binyamin. What caused the change in approach? An approach based on the Ohr Hachaim, Lev Eliyahu, and the Kovetz Hearos to the topic of when we fight back, and when we don't. May this dvar torah be a zechus for refuah for Erez ben Hadas and Eitan ben Batsheva among the other hostages, and for refuah for Chaim Dov ben Minah Rachel and Avraham Nechemia ben Braynah among the rest of the Cholei Yisrael. Have a good Shabbos.
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Vayechi - Sharing and Transferring Mitzvos
Vayechi - Sharing and Transferring Mitzvos
Dec 27, 2023
9:41
Yaakov Avinu's brachos to Yissachar and Zevulun reference the partnership they have between them. Is Yissachar giving up a portion of his learning, can one buy another's zechusim? What about selling one's aveiros? Some insights into how one can gain a share inthe zechusim of another, and the greatness of supporting Torah. Hope you enjoy. Feel free to reach out for the Marei Mekomos. Have a good Shabbos
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Shemos - Bearing the Burden With Others
Shemos - Bearing the Burden With Others
Jan 4, 2024
10:19
In our introduction to Moshe Rabeinu, basically all the Torah tells us about the first 80 years of his life is that he was Noseh B'ol with others. Why was this Middah his biggest zechus to become the leader of the Jewish people? How does it differ from empathy and kindness? A little longer this week as I added a small message in honor of the Mashgiach Rav Matisyahu Salomon Zt"l, whose levaya was today. May we hear Besuros Tovos, and may the Mashgiach be a Meilitz Yosher for us all. Have a good Shabbos
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Va'eira - The Destructive Nature of Ingratitude
Va'eira - The Destructive Nature of Ingratitude
Jan 11, 2024
8:43
Chazal say Pharaoh worked to ignore all the good Yosef had done for him, and it led to his denying Hashem. How does being a Kafui Tov lead to one being a Kofer? Can succumbing to the Yetzer Hara really take us down in such a dangerous downard spiral? Some ideas in the self-destructive nature of middas raos.
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Bo - Those Who Didn't Want To Leave
Bo - Those Who Didn't Want To Leave
Jan 18, 2024
8:38
Chazal tell us that only one-fifth of the Jewish people left Mitzrayim, the other four-fifths perished during Makkas Choshech. Why did they deserve to die, and what can we learn from the story? Have a good Shabbos
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Beshalach - The Ultimate Caretaker
Beshalach - The Ultimate Caretaker
Jan 26, 2024
8:11
Normally servants take care of their master, but Hashem took us to be His servants and then took care us. Onkeles converted soldiers sent to abduct him by giving over this concept. How can we connect with it? Have a good Shabbos
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Yisro - Giving Thanks Beyond Praise
Yisro - Giving Thanks Beyond Praise
Jan 31, 2024
9:37
Chazal say Yisro was the first one to thank Hashem for saving us from the Mitzriyim. Didn't they sing Shirah, why wasn't that good enough? An idea in the Importance of thanking Hashem for everything He does for us. Have a wonderful Shabbos
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Mishpatim - Wisdom in Mishpatei Hezek
Mishpatim - Wisdom in Mishpatei Hezek
Feb 9, 2024
7:15
Someone broke into a car, found a passed out child in the back and saved their life. Someone else crashed into a car, caused the other party to miss their flight, which ended up crashing into the sea. Is the Mazik obligated to pay in those cases, or does the good result patur him? Some interesting examples in the Torah's wisdom in Dinei Mishpat. Have a good Shabbos
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Terumah - Connecting to the Cedar Trees
Terumah - Connecting to the Cedar Trees
Feb 16, 2024
9:19
Chazal tell us the cedar trees they used to build the Mishkan were originally planted by Avraham Avinu, and transplanted to Mitzrayim by Yaakov Avinu. Why did we need wood that connected us to the Avos, and what can it teach us about hoping for the Geulah? Have a good Shabbos
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Tetzaveh - The Missing Kaparah
Tetzaveh - The Missing Kaparah
Feb 22, 2024
8:48
Chazal tell us the bigdei kehuna provided Kaparah for the Aveiros of the Jewish people. Was this a kaparah for the community, or was it a kaparah for every individual's sins? Some insights on what we lost with the cessation of the Avodah. Have a good Shabbos
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Ki Sisah - The Double Edged Sword of Wealth
Ki Sisah - The Double Edged Sword of Wealth
Feb 28, 2024
9:24
Chazal teach us that Moshe and the Avos were blessed with tremendous wealth. Yet they also teach us about the dangers of excess wealth, and how it helped lead to the downfall of Korach and Haman, and helped bring about the Chet Haegel. Is wealth a Bracha or a danger? Some perspectives on the double edged sword of money. Have a good Shabbos.
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Vayakhel - The Hashraas HaShechina of Shabbos
Vayakhel - The Hashraas HaShechina of Shabbos
Mar 6, 2024
8:42
Moshe assembled all the people and taught them about Shabbos and about donating to and building the Mishkan. Why were the instructions about the Mishkan preceded by instructing us about Shabbos? What is the connection between the relationship we have with Hashem through Shabbos, and the relationship we have through the Mishkan? Have a wonderful Shabbos
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Rabbi Baruch Gore - Vayakhel - The Chashivus of Being Careful with Hotzaah
Rabbi Baruch Gore - Vayakhel - The Chashivus of Being Careful with Hotzaah
Mar 7, 2024
9:32
It's an honor to share with you a special guest lecture by my good friend Rabbi Baruch Gore. Chazal learn the Issur to carry on Shabbos from this weeks parsha, so it's an appropriate week to share an idea on the topic. Rabbi Gore is the founder of the National Eruv Initiative and works to improve the quality of Eruvin across the country. You can learn more about his work at www.Eruvinitiative.org as well as listen to clips from the OU Eruv Conference. Have a good Shabbos.
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Pekudei - Building It To Last
Pekudei - Building It To Last
Mar 14, 2024
9:09
The Seforno explores four components involved in the construction of the Mishkan that ensured it would last eternally. Some thoughts on the importance if doing things right, and how it affects the holiness and long term impact of the mitzvos we do. Have a good Shabbos
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Purim - Salvation In Times of Hester
Purim - Salvation In Times of Hester
Mar 21, 2024
13:35
What did Purim teach us about the way Hashem runs the world in times of concealment? How did Haman convince all the nations to agree to kill the Jews? Why did Purim lead to a new reacceptance of the Torah? Understanding the Chiddush of Purim, and why this salvation was worthy of a new Holiday. A Freilichen Purim
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Vayikra - The Yesod of Karbanos
Vayikra - The Yesod of Karbanos
Mar 22, 2024
7:16
Why do we bring Karbanos, and what we can learn from them? Why are they one of the three pillars of the world, what can they teach us? Rabbeinu Bechayai and the Chinuch connect it to Kaparah and how it can bring us to Teshuva. The Rosh connects it to keeping us in a good place emotionally and not losing hope.
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Tzav - Sensitivity To Another's Shame
Tzav - Sensitivity To Another's Shame
Mar 27, 2024
8:35
The Torah says the Chatas is shechted in the same place as the Olah. Chazal explain it's to protect the sinner, that it shouldn't be clear to all that he is bringing a Chatas. Some lessons in how sensitive we have to be about potentially embarrassing others. Have a good Shabbos.
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Shemini - It's Because of Me
Shemini - It's Because of Me
Apr 3, 2024
9:59
When they inaugurated the Mishkan and did the Avodah on the eighth day, initially the Shechina did not descend upon the Mishkan. Rashi says Aharon Hakohen immediately put the blame upon himself, that Hashem must be upset with Him. Some lessons in taking ownership for what goes on in the world. Have a good Shabbos
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Tazria - The Metzora's Desperate Plea
Tazria - The Metzora's Desperate Plea
Apr 10, 2024
7:57
Chazal say one of the reasons the Metzora goes around calling out that he is Tamei, is so others should daven for him. The Chofetz Chaim explores how this is not simply because he needs help healing, but also because it helps heal him from what causes him to speak Lashon Hara. Some thoughts on how we can build bridges with each other and thereby guard our speech. Have a good Shabbos
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Tazria - The Metzora's Desperate Plea
Tazria - The Metzora's Desperate Plea
Apr 11, 2024
7:57
Chazal say one of the reasons the Metzora goes around calling out that he is Tamei, is so others should daven for him. The Chofetz Chaim explores how this is not simply because he needs help healing, but also because it helps heal him from what causes him to speak Lashon Hara. Some thoughts on how we can build bridges with each other and thereby guard our speech. Have a good Shabbos
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Pesach and Metzorah - Feeling the Hashgacha
Pesach and Metzorah - Feeling the Hashgacha
Apr 16, 2024
8:46
The Seder is one of the foundational elements of building and conveying our Emunah. The more we feel the world is custom made for us, and that what Hashem does to us is personally crafted, the more we can give over that approach to Yetzias Mitzrayim and to our current world. Some perspectives we learn from Tzaraas and the challenges we face in life. Have a Chag Kasher V'Sameach.
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Shevii Shel Pesach - Every Aspect Counts
Shevii Shel Pesach - Every Aspect Counts
Apr 26, 2024
6:46
On Shevii Shel Pesach we focus on Kriyas Yam Suf, which is mainly about the justice brought upon the Mitzriyiim. This shiur focuses on their appreciation of the individuality of the judgement on different Mitrzriyiim, according to their levels, and what teaches us about Hashem's Hasgacha. Nothing is insignificant before Hashem. Have a Chag Kasher Vsameach
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Emor- To Bring Glory To His Name
Emor- To Bring Glory To His Name
May 15, 2024
9:41
Making a Kiddush Hashem and avoiding Chillul Hashem are from the most fundamental Mitzvos we have. The more we represent Hashem and His Torah, as individuals and as a people, the greater our responsibility in this area. Discussion about our responsibilities and our potential for greatness in this area. Have a Wonderful Shabbos.
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Behar - Not Yours To Make a Permanent Sale
Behar - Not Yours To Make a Permanent Sale
May 23, 2024
8:10
The Torah tells us property sold in EY goes back at Yovel. Focusing on this idea in the Parsha, that the land is not ours to permanently sell, we are justs guests there. Have a good Shabbos.
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Lag BaOmer - The Aveilus of Sefirah and the Joy of Lag BaOmer
Lag BaOmer - The Aveilus of Sefirah and the Joy of Lag BaOmer
May 23, 2024
5:45
An explanation from Rav Welcher why they were suddenly misakein an aveilus for the talmidim of Rabbi Akiva a thousand years after their deaths. An approach that it was to give us chizuk in galus. Have a good Shabbos
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Bechukosai - Connecting To The Torah In Yerushalayim
Bechukosai - Connecting To The Torah In Yerushalayim
May 30, 2024
6:54
Bechukosai is a Parsha where we talk about the importance of working in Torah and developing a life of connection with the Torah. A surprising connection the Sefer HaChinuch makes to Maasar Behaimah, and what we hope to gain from Yerushalayim. Have a good Shabbos