Meaningful Ideas on the Parsha

201

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.

202

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.

203

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.

204

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.

205

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.

206

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.

207

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.

208

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.

209

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.

210

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.

211

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.

212

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.

213

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.

214

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.

215

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.

216

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. 

217

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.

218

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.

219

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.

220

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.

221

Ki Savo - Simcha B'Mitzvos

Sep 15, 2022

7:53

The Torah tells us we will be punished for not doing the Mitzvos with the proper simcha. Thoughts about why that is, and how we can develop more Simcha in Mitzvos and in Avodas Hashem.

222

Ki Seitzei - He Helps Those Who Help Themselves

Sep 8, 2022

9:44

Helping one load his animal is only when the owner is involved as well. The Chofetz Chaim's sharf mussar lesson to our own requests for Hashem's help.

223

Shoftim - Temimus and Politics

Sep 1, 2022

3:58

Short bonus clip on a sharp connection between emunah and following politics made by the Shomer Emunim. Gave me a fresh perspective, hope it does for you as well.

224

Shoftim - Mishpat and Murder

Aug 31, 2022

9:12

If Mishpat is so chashuv that the judges can be like partners in creation, why is a Beis Din bloody if it carries out capital punishment too often? Why do we want it to be so hard to execute the law? Thanks as always for being a listener. Have a good Shabbos

225

Re'eh - Knowing Who To Follow

Aug 25, 2022

9:46

The Torah warns against following miracle workers who tell you to worship Avodah Zarah. How do they have such powers if they are not Tzaddikim? Some thoughts on how we know who is chashuv and who to follow. Morahdik Meshech Chachmah this week, speaks for itself. Have a good Shabbos

226

Eikev - What Does Hashem Want From Us?

Aug 19, 2022

8:28

What does Hashem want from us? The Ramchal's elaboration on Moshe Rabbeinu's instructions in this weeks Parsha.

227

Vaeschanan - Comparing Ourselves to Others

Aug 12, 2022

9:27

Some thoughts from Israel about our needs, and what we need when we compare ourselves to others. What needs are driven by Kinah, and what are driven by Kavod.

228

The 9 Days - Appreciating the Punishments

Aug 4, 2022

8:00

Kesubos 66b tells us Ashreichem Yisrael that when we sink, we sink to the lowest depths and the lowliest of nations rule over us. Rav Elyah Lopians pshat in why that is Ashreichem. Don't think this dvar is muttar to listen to on Tisha Ba'av itself. Have a meaningful fast.

229

Devarim - Blessing the Good

Aug 3, 2022

5:29

Why does Moshe bless the Jewish people that they should have great numbers, after mentioning that they have great numbers? A beautiful idea from the Zohar.

230

Masai - The Honor from the Springs

Jul 27, 2022

4:28

Why does the Torah repeat the story of the springs and date palms when summarizing the list of travels in the Midbar? Thoughts about appreciating the honor Hashem bestows upon us.

231

Matos - Using the Gifts Properly

Jul 26, 2022

8:51

Bnei Gad and Reuvain asked to be across the Yardein because of their vast wealth of property. Chazal use this as an example of how wisdom, strength, and wealth can be from the biggest Brachos, or be worthless, depending on how we use them. Thoughts on the Torah approach to the topic.

232

Pinchas - Salvation of the Bnei Korach

Jul 21, 2022

6:14

Chazal tell us the Bnei Korach did Teshuva and survived. What inspired them to do so, and what can we learn from them? Some ideas in Chinuch Hamussar.

233

Balak - The Power of Kriyas Shema

Jul 14, 2022

8:51

Brachos 12b says Chazal wanted to make Birchos Bilaam part of Kriyas Shema. Why would they want to do so? Fascinating insight based on the thoughts of Rav Gershon Ribner into the powers of Kriyas Shema. Hope you enjoy it, always appreciate any feedback. Have a great Shabbos If you enjoy these Divrei Torah, please rate the podcast five stars, as it helps others find it.

234

Chukas - Lessons from The Parah Adumah

Jul 8, 2022

8:54

What is the connection between the Chet Haegel and the Parah Adumah? Why is Parah Adumah praised for being a Chok, don't we connect better with a Mitzvah we understand?

235

Korach - Not Being Machzik in Machlokes

Jun 30, 2022

6:36

Why did Moshe have to reach out to make peace with Dathan and Aviram? Why was it his responsibility? Some thoughts on ending of Machlokes.

236

Shelach - The Power and Significance of Tzitzis

Jun 20, 2022

8:56

Why is Tzitzis such an important and significant Mitzvah? How are they the special badge of honor that bind us to Hashem like no other Mitzvah? Some ideas based on the Reshis Chachmah and the Nesivos Shalom. A special episode produced in honor of the Project Tzitzis Shabbos and the work of www.ProjectTzitzis.Org to help promote the wearing of Kosher Tzitzis and the fulfillment of this special Mitzvah. They will give you a first pair of Tzitzis for free to help you start on the journey of fulfilling this Mitzvah, and are a good resource for questions about this Mitzvah and it's Halachos.

237

Behaaloscha - Giving Up For the Sake of Others

Jun 15, 2022

7:00

Wanted to share an amazing daher about what Rav Chaim Kanievsky gave up for Klal Yisrael. Episode art is a picture of the sefarim to help you appreciate it. Why did Rav Chaim stop working on the Derech Chochmah? Why didn't Yisro stay with Klal Yisrael? Have a great Shabbos

238

Naso - The Sotah and Shalom Bayis

Jun 8, 2022

9:22

How does the Torah frame the Parsha of Sotah as one of bringing peace between husband and wife? Can a marriage survive the trauma of that procedure and that whole experience? For more ideas on Naso be sure to check out Season 1.

239

Naso - Individuality and Uniformity

Jun 8, 2022

3:54

Why does the Torah repeat the Parsha of the Nesiim 12 times? How they brought the same types of offerings while also expressing the uniqueness of each Shevet, and what we can learn from it. For more short ideas on Naso, be sure to check out Season 1.

240

Shavuos - Connecting to Hashem Through His Torah

Jun 3, 2022

5:06

How does learning Torah connect us to Hakadosh Baruch Hu? What is the Yeshiva world approach to spirituality and connecting to Hashem? Some ideas that I personally gain from. Chag Kasher Vsameach.

241

Shavuos - Learning Even When Things Get Hard

Jun 2, 2022

7:58

Before Kabalas HaTorah, we need to focus on how we can grow in learning and in persevering with all of life's challenges. Some ideas from the seforim that I find helpful when the learning gets tough, hope it provides some Chizuk for Kabalas HaTorah. On a personal note, thank you for being listener and thereby helping me and all our listeners in our Avodah in Torah. If you gain from this podcast, please subscribe and rate it on the platform to help others find it and gain from it as well. Always happy to hear from any of you. Have a Chag Kasher V'Sameach.

242

Bamidbar - Being Counted as Part of a Group

Jun 2, 2022

8:48

Why did Shevet Levi need to be counted separately from the rest of the Jewish people? If they were worthy of survival, why would the counting harm them? Some thoughts on the benefits and consequences of being part of the klal, and its connection to Kabalas HaTorah

243

Bechukosai - Eating Bread to Satiation

May 27, 2022

5:46

Why is the Bracha that we should have satiation from eating a minimal amount? Why isn't the Bracha to have abundant food and bounty?

244

Behar - The Bitachon of Shemitah

May 19, 2022

7:19

Pirkei Avos tells us Exile and Plague come from disregard for Shemitah. The 70 years in Bavel corresponded to 70 ignored Shemita's. How can the punishment be so harsh for failing such a difficult test?  

245

Sefirah- Kavod Hatorah and the Aveilus

May 18, 2022

8:07

How is the mourning period we practice, connected to the purpose of the days of Sefirah, which is to prepare us for Kabbalas HaTorah? Three different approaches.

246

Emor - Kiddush Hashem and The Purpose of Creation

May 11, 2022

9:00

Exploring the approach of the Shaarei Teshuva that life is all about being Mekadeish Shem Shamayim. How is it the foundation of everything we do? Why is the main zechus we do for a nifter to say Kaddish? For more on this topic you can check out the work of Rabbi Shraga Freedman, who has devoted his life to spreading this Rabbeinu Yonah and his focus on what Kiddush Hashem is really all about, through his Kiddush Hashem Foundation at https://livingkiddushhashem.org/. 

247

Kedoshim - Taking Revenge and Bearing a Grudge

May 4, 2022

9:25

How can we overcome grudges against those that harm us? Halacha and Hashkafa from the Chofetz Chaim and the Chinuch, and some stories and ideas I personally find helpful.

248

Sefiras HaOmer: The Aveilus of Sefirah and The Joy of Lag Baomer

May 3, 2022

5:45

One of my favorite ideas I have heard from my Mora Diasra Rav Hershel Welcher. Explaining why they were misakein an aveilus for the talmidim of Rabbi Akiva a thousand years after their deaths, and what they wanted us to learn from it. This is my brief synopsis of his shiur, you can Rav Welcher's more detailed versions here: The Aveilut of Sefirah | TorahAnytime.com or here The Essence of Sefirah HaOmer | TorahAnytime.com.  Hope you find as inspiring as I do.

249

Achrei Mos - Living With Mitzvos In This World and The Next

Apr 27, 2022

6:18

Fascinating insight of the Ramban in the Pasuk of Vchai Bahem. How does our relationship with Mitzvos in this world affect our relationship with them in the next world?

250

Pesach - Kriyas Yam Suf, Bitachon, and Parnasah

Apr 21, 2022

9:26

Special Pesach Shiur about Bitachon from Kriyas Yam Suf. What do Chazal mean when they say Parnasah is as difficult as Kriyas Yam Suf? Nothing is difficult for Hashem? The approaches of the Rashbam, Alshich, and the Chofetz Chaim. Touching on a very sensitive topic, I apologize if I offend anyone. I always say things very briefly in these shiurim, if it comes across unclear I request that you reach out to me first so I can clarify exactly what I mean. Have a Chag Kasher Vsameach.