Peiros From the Parsha

151

Beshalach-How Can They Sing?

Jan 26, 2024

1:40

How can the bereaved muster up the joy to sing?

152

Bo- Jump

Jan 19, 2024

2:20

What is the role of Zerizus?

153

Vaera- Time to Process

Jan 12, 2024

1:56

Why do the great books on self-improvement compare the evil inclination to Pharoah?

154

Shemos- If Only

Jan 8, 2024

1:56

"If only I knew..." is one of the most poisonous phrases.

155

Vayechi- What Does it Mean to be a Jew?

Dec 27, 2023

1:31

What does it mean to be a Jew? More specifically, why are we called, "Jews" to begin with?

156

Vayigash-How to Refute an Argument?

Dec 21, 2023

1:58

What is the best way- if not the only way- to refute an argument?

157

Miketz/Chanukah- Beyond the Surface

Dec 14, 2023

4:57

If Jews respect each other's privacy, why do we have a Mitzvah to open our window shades and have others look in?

158

Vayeshev- Give it 110%

Dec 7, 2023

3:00

Shepherding, sibling rivalry, and special missions: How can we have a greater appreciation of the opening of Parshas Vayeshev?

159

Vayishlach- Do the Evil Inclination the Biggest Favor!

Nov 29, 2023

2:55

Religion always focuses on what God wants from us. Have we ever asked what the Evil Inclination wants from us?

160

Vayetze- Is There Another Angle?

Nov 24, 2023

2:06

Do we think we know the whole story? Maybe we should think again.

161

Toldos- A Core Made from Peel

Nov 16, 2023

1:02

Why was Esav named Red?

162

Chaye Sarah- Our Ticket to the World to Come

Nov 9, 2023

7:00

Pinney Elbaum's most inspiring story in the entire Talmud!

163

Vayera- This IS G-d Answering Our Prayers

Nov 1, 2023

4:18

The verse says that G-d planned on giving Sarah a baby long before the Avimelech episode. Why do our Sages attribute the birth to Avraham praying for Avimelech?

164

Lech Lecha- The Greatest Blessing

Oct 26, 2023

1:10

Find out what is the greatest blessing!

165

Noach- They Missed the Boat

Oct 19, 2023

1:30

What is wrong with safety precautions?

166

Bereshis- Made from Flesh

Oct 11, 2023

5:39

Where is Moshe found in the Torah? This may sound like a surprising question, but the answer may be even more surprising.

167

Shmini Atzeres- Bring it Home

Oct 5, 2023

1:41

Shmini Atzeres is when we return to our homes. What are we bringing home with us?

168

Sukkos- Reality Beneath the Surface

Sep 28, 2023

4:27

Sukkos is the holiday of booths. Why are we commemorating booths? If you understand Latin, you will see the irony in the episode art.

169

Ha'azinu/Yom Kippur- Song for Repentance

Sep 27, 2023

0:31

A short burst of inspiration.

170

Rosh Hashana- The Day of Judgement is Upon Us

Sep 14, 2023

1:07

What is our modus operandi on Rosh Hashanah?

171

Netzavim Vayelech- Drinking Makes You Thirsty

Sep 6, 2023

1:37

Is happiness something you can pursue? How do some people become more content and how do others become more needy?

172

Ki Seitzei- Chain Reaction

Aug 31, 2023

1:46

In chemistry, we know about chain reactions. Can we use this concept to prepare for the High Holidays?

173

Ki Savo- If They Only Knew...

Aug 30, 2023

1:48

Time to learn one of the BIGGEST secrets unknown to most of mankind.

174

Shoftim- Torah Emanates from Zion

Aug 23, 2023

1:41

Another layer of appreciation for Jerusalem.

175

Re'eh- All in a Name

Aug 9, 2023

2:11

Why does Jerusalem play such a significant role in Judaism?

176

Eikev- A Food Test

Aug 3, 2023

2:01

How can being easy make something a test?

177

V'eschanan- Hashem Sterilizing the Knife

Jul 28, 2023

2:17

Jewish History contains many miracles, what is so special about Beitar?

178

Devarim- Carpe Diem and Clouded Vision

Jul 20, 2023

3:27

"It's never too late," is, unfortunately, not always true. Seize the day! Also, one must recognize the ramifications of their decisions.

179

Matos Ma'asei- Dead Men Don't Get Wet

Jul 13, 2023

2:15

Introduction to the concept in psychology called, "A Dead Man's Goal." You can contact me at the Podcast's new email: [email protected]

180

Pinchos- Importance Notice for the Three Weeks

Jul 6, 2023

2:01

What is the secret to being a good leader? What is the secret to unity? Let's see what King Solomon has to say.

181

Chukas Balak- Negotiating With Your Car

Jun 27, 2023

1:41

Sometimes in life you need to turn around. Look for the clues!

182

Korach- Blossoms in the Tabernacle

Jun 27, 2023

1:20

What is the common thread between blossoms on a staff, children watching deer, and our attitude when serving G-d?

183

Shelach- Smart and Successful Shoe Salesman

Jun 14, 2023

2:00

What is the connection between selling shoes in Africa and surveying the Land of Milk and Honey?

184

Beha'aloscha- You Don't Have to Finish the Job

Jun 8, 2023

1:40

Worse than running out of time is not even starting. Inspired by "Lo Alecha," by Baruch Levine Available at: https://open.spotify.com/track/2coP0g9twWvMkpcQGbjh2g?si=5698ae690aad4513

185

Naso- Identical Yet Different

May 31, 2023

1:45

How will Parshas Naso defend itself before the Department of Redundancy Department? How can it justify listing all 12 identical tribal offerings separately?

186

Shavuos- Preparation not Impromptu

May 23, 2023

1:39

The Jewish Holiday called "Weeks," is approaching. What a curious name! Join us for deep and relevant insights into this name.

187

Bamidbar- We Count

May 21, 2023

1:45

There is a deep connection between the weekly Torah Portions and the Jewish festivals. What can we learn from Parshas Bamidbar preceding Shavuos?