Moadim

The Three Weeks

תשע״ד (5774) — no edition
תשע״ה (5775) — no edition
תשע״ו (5776) — no edition
תשע״ז (5777) — no edition
תשע״ח (5778) — no edition
תשע״ט (5779) — no edition
תש״פ (5780) — no edition
תשפ״א (5781) — no edition
תשפ״ב (5782) — no edition
תשפ״ג (5783) — 1 essay, Tehillim
תשפ״ד (5784) — no edition
תשפ״ה (5785) — 1 essay, Medrash
תשפ״ו (5786) — 1 essay, Medrash

Growing Up: The Gratitude of Moshe Rabbeinu

The essay explores why Moshe Rabbeinu delegated the war against Midyan to Pinchas despite God's direct command for Moshe to lead it. By contrasting this with the plagues in Egypt where Aaron struck the Nile and earth, the author explains that Moshe's Hakaras Hatov (gratitude) towards Midyan was a personal realization that his time spent there—though difficult—was essential for his growth and leadership, teaching that even bleak periods of exile can be the catalyst for redemption.

Medrashwith Matos

תשפ״ה5785

Seasonality

The essay explores the significance of the Torah's mention of the grape-ripening season (Tekufas Tamuz) during the mission of the Spies. It connects the timing of the Spies' report to the eventual destruction of the Temple, arguing that Hashem's 'diligent' orchestration of the exile during a season of fruit reflects a blend of judgment and mercy. The core failure of the Meraglim was a lack of Bitachon—relying on their own righteousness rather than trusting in Hashem's unconditional providence even during difficult times.

Medrashwith Shelach, Tisha B'Av

תשפ״ג5783

Shabbos Chazon – פרק קל׳׳ז

Kapital 137 reflects on the mourning of the Leviim during the Churban, emphasizing the importance of remembering Yerushalayim and the hope for redemption.

Tehillimwith Devarim