בס”ד A THOUGHT ABOUT PARSHAT BEHA’ALOTECHA 5784 In Numbers 8:2 we read: Speak unto Aaron, and say unto him: When thou lightest the lamps, the seven lamps shall give light in front of the candlestick. דַּבֵּר֙ אֶֽל־אַהֲרֹ֔ן וְאָמַרְתָּ֖ אֵלָ֑יו בְּהַעֲלֹֽתְךָ֙ אֶת־הַנֵּרֹ֔ת אֶל־מוּל֙ פְּנֵ֣י הַמְּנוֹרָ֔ה יָאִ֖ירוּ שִׁבְעַ֥ת הַנֵּרֽוֹת׃ The Literal… Read More »LIGHTNING THE MENORAH
בס”ד A THOUGHT ABOUT PARSHAT NASO 5784 Introduction Numbers 4:21-20 And the L-RD spoke unto Moses saying: וַיְדַבֵּ֥ר ד’ אֶל־משֶׁ֥ה לֵּאמֹֽר but they shall not go in to see the holy things as they are being covered, lest they die. וְלֹֽא־יָבֹ֧אוּ לִרְא֛וֹת כְּבַלַּ֥ע אֶת־הַקֹּ֖דֶשׁ וָמֵֽתוּ The parasha begins… Read More »THE CONNECTION BETWEEN KEHAT AND GERSHOM
בס”ד A THOUGHT ABOUT PARSHAT BAMIDMAR 5784 Introduction: Initial Impressions My initial reaction after reading the parashah was that it was quite a boring piece. Why all these names, what does it matter? And then the division of tasks, who does what and how, what does that matter? Obviously, this… Read More »UNDERSTANDING PURPOSE AND UNITY
בס”ד A THOUGHT ABOUT PARSHAT BEHAR 5784 Introduction Although Shemitah* is specific to the Jewish people, it offers valuable lessons for us all. For the Jewish people the Shemitah is a time of spiritual connection and trust in G-d’s providence. In Israel, Shemitah is more than just an agricultural rest… Read More »THE EARTH BELONGS TO G-D
בס”ד A THOUGHT ABOUT PARSHAT EMOR 5784 Introduction In this blog, we will learn from Parshat Emor about the importance of good teaching for children. The Command to Educate Children We do not need to dive deep into Parasha Emor to learn an important universal lesson we read in Leviticus… Read More »THE IMPORTANCE OF TEACHING CHILDREN
בס”ד A THOUGHT ABOUT PARSHAT KEDOSHIM 5784 Introduction In our quest for meaningful relationships and a peaceful society, the message to love our neighbor as ourselves is of invaluable importance. This age-old wisdom, preached by various cultures and religions, calls us to show empathy, compassion, and honesty, even in the… Read More »BE KIND
בס”ד Introduction Dive into the timeless tale of Pesach, where the interconnected roles of Moses and Aaron illuminate the path to redemption. Explore the profound significance of Torah and prayer in fostering human transformation and spiritual growth. This exploration unveils not only the historical context of the Exodus but also… Read More »PESACH: REDEMPTION THROUGH TORAH AND PRAYER
בס”ד The Essence of Torah in the song Ha’azinu The Song of Ha’azinu, beginning with Deuteronomy 32:1 Give ear, O heavens, let me speak;Let the earth hear the words I utter! הַאֲזִ֥ינוּ הַשָּׁמַ֖יִם וַאֲדַבֵּ֑רָה וְתִשְׁמַ֥ע הָאָ֖רֶץ אִמְרֵי־פִֽי׃ and concludes with Deuteronomy 32:43 43 Sing aloud, O ye nations, of His people; for… Read More »PARSHAT HA’AZINU – BEGINNING AND PURPOSE
בס”ד A THOUGHT ABOUT PARSHAT KI TAVO 5784 Introduction In this blog, we take note of the Jewish laws in Deuteronomy 26:1, where the Jewish people are instructed to bring the first fruits of the land to G-d. 1 And it shall be, when thou art come in unto the land which the… Read More »PURPOSE OF CREATION
בס”ד Introduction The story of Korah in Numbers 16 provides important insights into leadership, the consequences of pride, and the possibility of repentance. Korah, a Levite and cousin of Moses, rebels against the G-d-given authority of Moses and Aaron. This text explores the depth of his sins, the consequences for… Read More »THE SIN OF KORACH: LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP AND REPENTANCE
