Bamidbar/Numbers With Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

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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)

52

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)

53

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)

54

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)

55

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)

56

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)

57

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)

58

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)

59

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)

60

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)

61

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)

62

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)

63

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.

64

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)

65

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)

66

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)

67

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)

68

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.

69

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)

70

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)

71

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)

72

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)

73

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)

74

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)

75

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)

76

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)

77

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)

78

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)

79

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)

80

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)

81

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)

82

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)

83

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)

84

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)

85

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)

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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)

87

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) 

88

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)

89

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)

90

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" 

91

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) 

92

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) 

93

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) 

94

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)

95

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)

96

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)

97

Confessions Of An Exile!

May 30, 2017

30:32

Discover profound insights into regretful repentance! Parshat Naso, 3rd Portion (Numbers 5:1-5:10) 

98

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)

99

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)

100

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)

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