Parsha Podcasts
Terumah – Unique Relationship
Why is the gematria of Torah only 611 if the number of commandments is 613? What is the concept of the Torah being a ‘yerusha’ – an inheritance? How is it that our relationship to the Torah is at first like an engagement, and then like a full marriage? What is the unique relationship that…
Read MoreBitachon 99 – Offerings of Righteousness
We discuss the passuk in Tehillim (Psalms) where King David asks us to give ‘offerings of righteousness’ and then to ‘have bitachon in Hashem.’ This can mean a number of different things, but the underlying theme is that if we focus on our spiritual accomplishments, we can be sure that we will see the reward…
Read MoreMishpatim – Pursue Peace
What is the idea behind the fact that Hashem’s strength is revealed through justice? Who falsely claims power, and who honestly acknowledges that all power belongs to Hashem? How are we to use the pursuit of justice in our pursuit of peace? Why does Hashem hold off judgment on the nations of the world? What…
Read MoreBitachon 98 – Sleep Soundly
We continue discussing the passuk in Tehillim, where Dovid Hamelech describes his ability to sleep soundly and get up with renewed strength because of his faith in Hashem, despite the incredible challenges he faced. CLICK HERE to listen to the audio Running time: 19:01
Read MoreYisro – The Lord Roared
What is the concept of the ‘Lion’s Roar’ as it pertains to the powerful statement of Hashem, the first of the Ten Commandments – ‘Anochi Hashem’ – I am Hashem your God? How does this same Lion’s Roar express itself in lamenting the Temple Mount being in the hands of idolators? What is the parallel…
Read MoreBeshalach – Yearning for Completion
In what way are the Jewish people compared to a newly released bird that escapes from its ambushed nest? Why does the bird first wander from rooftop to rooftop until it finds a new and more beautiful nest? Why is the Jewish people’s wandering only complete after the Temple is built, and not just with…
Read MoreBitachon 96 – No Fear of a Falling Leaf
We return to verses in Mishlei (Proverbs) that speak about Bitachon. We discuss the difference between the wicked person who is afraid of a falling leaf, because of his lack of belief, in contrast to the righteous person whose confidence in Hashem leads him to be courageous in the face of even real threats. CLICK…
Read MoreBo – Har Habayis – Space of the Throne
What is the message of the mitzvah of making the month of Nissan special for the Jewish people? What is the uniqueness of the Jewish people that makes them suited to make this their special month? What are the two modes through which they are able to destroy their enemies? What is the importance of…
Read MoreBitachon 95 – Bitachon Saves From Gehenom
We continue exploring the fascinating understanding of the Ramchal in ‘kivui’ – showing desire for Hashem’s salvation, which draws Hashem Himself, as it were, to the side of the person experiencing troubles. Getting into the habit of Bitachon takes a person to a place where his sins are forgiven and he can actually use Bitachon…
Read MoreBitachon 94 – Ramchal’s Understanding
We dive deep into a relatively short essay by the Ramchal about Bitachon and the concept of Kivui – hoping to Hashem, and how that relates to the Hebrew word ‘kav’ which means a line. It is through Bitachon that we literally draw ourselves a line directly to Hashem. CLICK HERE to listen to the…
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