Conviction and Camaraderie – P. Behar Behukosi
Posted onShemita and Har Sinai with Rashi
Series: Torah Tapestries 5786
Rebbetzin Shira Smiles weaves together a beautiful tapestry of inspirational and enlightening Torah insights based on the weekly parsha.
Scrutinizing Separate Section – Parasha Behaalotecha
Posted onwhy is the parasha of upside down nun’s a book on it’s own?
Eternal Emblems – Parasha Bamidbar
Posted onwhat is the message of the flags
Insidious Influences P Korah
Posted onAnalyzing a theme in P. Korach of the effects of negative and positive influences. The shiur also details how one can protect oneself from negative influences
Atonement and Attunement – P. Chukas
Posted onUnderstanding Chazal, that the death of a tzadik brings forgiveness. Why this is learned specifically from the Parah Aduamah and Miriam’s death. Appreciating the story of Me Merivah in the context of the death of Miriam, and learning sensitivity for people when they are in a difficult sitaution.
Internality, Individuality and Initiative – Parasha Balak
Posted onUnderstanding Chazal that the entrances of the tents did not face each other on three levels: The need for privacy and not living a life of self promoting. Each person has their own unique path in this world. Teshuva is about making one small change, and Hashem will shower a person with great siyatta D’shmaya.
Fantastic Force – Parasha Pinchas
Posted onThe lessons we learn from the contrast of the death of Datan Aviram and the Teshuvah of the sons of Korach.
Roots: Rectification and Return P Shelach
Posted onWhy are libations ( wine offerings ) and Halla mentioned after the spy story?
Middot Modification – Kamsa and Bar Kamsa – 3 weeks
Posted onthe story of Kamsa and Bar Kamsa