Peiros From the Parsha

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Toldos- Stealing from the Thief

Nov 21, 2025

1:21

What prompted Rivkah to pull off the most impactful heist of all time?

52

Chaye Sarah- Breaking the Rule by Keeping It

Nov 14, 2025

3:47

A deeper understanding in Emor Me'at V'aseh Harbeh.

53

Vayera- Small Ego, Big Fuego

Nov 7, 2025

2:15

Fuego means fire.

54

Lech Lecha-Embracing the Unknown

Oct 31, 2025

1:07

I do not want to provide any more information here, because that would be counter-intuitive.

55

Noach- Father of His Actions

Oct 24, 2025

1:54

It's Erev Shabbos, do you know where your offspring are?

56

Bereshis- The Tragedy of the Forgotten Treat: From all the trees you shall eat!

Oct 17, 2025

3:58

The picture may not be of the Alps, but it was taken by me!

57

Hoshanah Rabbah/Shmini Atzeres/Simchas Torah- Investing in Our Future

Oct 13, 2025

1:33

A lesson worth repeating

58

Shabbos Chol Hamo'ed Sukkos- Guests Having Guests

Oct 10, 2025

1:36

Ushpizin, Orchim, Guests- regardless of language... WHY?

59

Sukkos- The Most Beautiful Fruit is Inside of You

Oct 6, 2025

0:53

An insight into the Four Species of Sukkos

60

Ha'azinu- When It's Due for Dew, That's What You Do!

Oct 3, 2025

1:18

Dew v. Rain

61

Yom Kippur- Do you see it?

Sep 30, 2025

1:42

Any suggestions for a alternate title?

62

Vayelech- It's Our Choice

Sep 26, 2025

1:25

Which path will you choose?

63

Rosh Hashanah- Present, Past, Future

Sep 22, 2025

1:32

I kept the cover art, because it is time to pray that our merits should increase like the seeds of a pomegranate.

64

Netzavim- The Key to Truth

Sep 19, 2025

0:46

Is anyone reading this?

65

Ki Savo- The Good Old Days

Sep 12, 2025

1:26

See Ecclesiastics 7:10

66

Chew on This: Lessons from the Field

Sep 5, 2025

1:20

The picture says it all

67

Shoftim- Our Blind Spots

Aug 29, 2025

0:43

If I am not sitting on a court, what bribery do I have to be concerned about?

68

Re'eh- The Blessing of Today

Aug 22, 2025

1:00

Living fully in the present transforms each day into a blessing.

69

Eikev- Plentiful Plates in the Promised Place

Aug 15, 2025

1:21

In Parshas Eikev, the Torah promises a land where bread is never eaten in poverty. What does that mean—and how does it connect to Elan’s life of generosity and joy? A story of abundance, gratitude, and living without holding back.

70

Va'eschanan- A Foil with a Foal

Aug 12, 2025

1:26

Clarity is important even when He understands anyways

71

Devarim- Learning from the Barren Desert: Bar the Ego

Aug 1, 2025

1:20

Discover how the barren desert teaches the ultimate lesson in humility—and how Elan embodied it.

72

Matos Ma'asei-Reordering Re'uven's Ratings, Guiding Gad's Gauges

Jul 25, 2025

1:59

A Lesson in Priorities from the East Side of the Jordan

73

Pinchus- From the Idol Role to the Ideal Role

Jul 18, 2025

1:13

Understanding others helps in leading them to their best selves.

74

Balak- Fast Before Breakfast

Jul 11, 2025

0:54

Who rushes to disappoint recruiters?

75

Chukas- Grave Mistakes and Moonlight Miracles

Jul 4, 2025

1:32

You may think you’re in grave danger when the sun goes down, but the moon may bring unexpected good tidings.

76

Korach- Handicapped by Hubris, Nailed by Naivete

Jun 27, 2025

1:24

Parshas Korach’s warning: don’t let pride blind you or naivety lead you astray.

77

Shelach- From Rabble-Rousing Reportings to Promising-Positive Pourings

Jun 20, 2025

1:53

From the spies’ failure to sacred offerings, this episode dives into Parshas Shelach’s message: setbacks aren’t the end—faith and hope lead the way.

78

Beha'aloscha- Missing What Never Was, Ignoring What Is

Jun 12, 2025

2:20

Why did the Jews long for fish they never ate? This episode explores the danger of fantasy and the beauty of appreciating real blessings — like Manna, or even soup.

79

Naso- Carrying the Tune, Carrying the Tabernacle

Jun 6, 2025

1:22

Did the Levi'im carry more than boards, tapestries, and vessels?

80

Bamidbar/Shavuos- Finding Growth in the Present Moment

May 30, 2025

1:30

Ever feel like you're just waiting for the 'right time' to get started? In this episode, we dive into a surprising line from the Torah that reminds us: the best place to grow is exactly where you are.

81

Behar/Bechukosai- Healing Through Faith, Fields, and Words

May 23, 2025

2:55

What do farming, business ethics, and the way we speak have in common? In this episode, we explore the Torah’s sequence of Shmittah, honesty, and speech—and discover how faith in Hashem can heal not only our land, but our relationships and inner world.

82

Emor/Omer- Sacred Space Between Us

May 16, 2025

1:59

Love uplifts. Honor gives room. This Lag BaOmer, reclaim the sacred space between us.

83

Acharei Mos/Kedoshim- Sharing to Heal: A Lesson in Vulnerability

May 8, 2025

2:24

An honest look at why we stay silent—and how, with a little courage and guidance, we can start opening up.

84

Tazria/Metzora- The Inner Cure: Healing Through Solitude

May 2, 2025

1:26

What does the Metzora gain by sitting in solitude?

85

Shmini/Omer- Escaping Our Egos

Apr 25, 2025

1:10

Please pardon the apparent passing over of the weekly Parsha.

86

Pesach II- Heavenly Hits: Why Nevuchadnezzar got Smacked

Apr 18, 2025

1:14

Alternate Title: Throne to Tone, Almost Overthrown: How to Compete with King David on Emporer's got Talent

87

Tzav/Shabbos Hagadol- Bravery Borne from Shabbos

Apr 11, 2025

1:24

What is Shabbos Hagadol?

88

Vayikra- Not Only Do I Have to- I Want to!

Apr 4, 2025

1:24

We also have to, but that is not the emphasis of this week's Peiros.

89

Pekudei/Hachodesh- A Timely Commandment

Mar 28, 2025

0:42

Get ready for the fourth and final of the special Maftirs!

90

Vayakhel/Parah- Built to Last, Even When It's Not

Mar 21, 2025

1:30

Timeless lessons from a temporary structure

91

Ki Sisa/Shushan Purim- Shattering the Surface: The Power of Being all In

Mar 14, 2025

1:41

Why did Moshe shatter the tablets?Did you look at the verse closely?

92

Tetzaveh/Zachor- Hashem is Behind the Mask

Mar 7, 2025

1:55

Disparate coincidences or divine concerts?

93

Terumah/Shekalim- Unite to be Whole

Feb 28, 2025

1:19

Why specifically a half-Shekel?

94

Mishpatim- Sharing the Burden

Feb 21, 2025

1:51

No one responded to last week's description. Maybe I should stop writing them?

95

Yisro- It's not All or Nothing

Feb 14, 2025

3:05

Extra credit to anyone who understands the relevance of the cover art.

96

Beshalach- Extended Family

Feb 7, 2025

2:29

Vachamushim- There disparate interpretations or one seamless narrative?

97

Bo- Asking Questions

Jan 31, 2025

1:22

What does it take to ask a question?

98

Va'era- Gratitude: Social Contract or Health Monitor

Jan 24, 2025

1:19

99

Shemos- The Straw that Strengthened the Hebrews' Back

Jan 17, 2025

1:10

Let's cultivate another lesson from the demands to collect straw.

100

Vayechi- Putting the Pieces Together

Jan 10, 2025

1:08

You might say the title is misleading