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19 essays
Shelachתשפ״ב
Power of One
The essay explores the significance of Kalev's courage during the Chet HaMeraglim, emphasizing the power of individual conviction when supported by faith in Hashem.
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Korachתשפ״א
Keep Going
This week's Sedra focuses on leadership, highlighting the challenges faced by Moshe and the transition to monarchy in Israel. The Haftorah emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility in leadership.
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Shelachתשע״ח
Grape Fruit
This essay explores the lessons from the Meraglim's journey and their connection to the season of Bikurei Anavim, emphasizing the need for Shemirah and the importance of hard work in achieving one's purpose.
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Korachתשע״ח
Korach Authority Issues
The essay discusses the authority challenges posed by Korach and the importance of the Mesorah in Jewish tradition. It emphasizes that personal connections to Hashem should be guided by established leaders.
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Behaloschaתשע״ח
Long Term Solution
This essay explores the leadership dynamics in Behaloscha, focusing on the roles of Moshe, Eldad, and Meidad, and the nature of true spiritual growth.
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Chukasתשע״ח
Seeing Stars
The essay explores the story of Mei Meriva and its implications for Moshe Rabbeinu's actions, emphasizing the connection between divine will and human actions.
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Balakתשע״ח
Sunny Disposition
The essay discusses the events in Parsha Balak, focusing on the punishment of those who sinned with Baal Peor and the significance of the sun's role in identifying them. It emphasizes the importance of intention in our actions.
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Nasoתשע״ח
There’s Always Time
The essay discusses the significance of the Nesiim's offerings of wagons and oxen for the Mishkan, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and acting upon the Ratzon Hashem in the present moment.
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Behaloschaתשע״ז
Destination Please
The essay explores the conversation between Moshe and Yisro, emphasizing the importance of Yisro's presence for the Jewish people and the significance of treating converts with love and respect.
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Korachתשע״ז
Korach Stick Figures
The essay explores the story of Korach and the significance of the Mateh Aron sprouting almonds, emphasizing the message of individual holiness and the power of collective action in realizing Hashem's will.
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Balakתשע״ז
Mouth Off
Parshas Balak highlights the unusual role of Bnei Yisroel as background players while exploring the significance of Moshe's strength and the concept of 'Kocho B’Piv'.
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Pinchasתשע״ז
Pinchas
This essay explores the significance of the Korban Tamid and its placement in the Torah, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a personal connection to Hashem even as the national experience changes.
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Behaloschaתשע״ו
Don’t Be Jealous
This essay explores Aharon HaKohen's feelings of discouragement when he was not involved in the Korbanos of the Nissim and how Hashem consoled him with the Mitzvah of Hadlakas HaMenorah, emphasizing the unique role of Shevet Levi.
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Chukasתשע״ו
Send A Message
The essay explores Moshe Rabbeinu's message to the King of Edom, emphasizing the shared heritage and the significance of Bnei Yisroel's suffering in Egypt as a preparation for receiving the Torah.
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Pinchasתשע״ו
Take Me to Your Leader
The essay discusses Moshe's request for a successor to lead Klal Yisroel, emphasizing the importance of leadership in both physical and spiritual battles, particularly against the Yetzer Harah.
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Matosתשע״ו
The Final Act
This essay discusses Moshe Rabbeinu's final act as a leader, tying his death to the war against Midyan and exploring the implications of his actions and inactions.
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Bamidbarתשע״ד
Degalim and Pikudim
The essay explores the lessons from Sefer Bamidbar, focusing on the counting of the Jews and the significance of the Degalim, emphasizing the human imperfections of the Dor Hamidbar and Hashem's love for each individual.
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Pinchasתשע״ד
Internal Shalom
The essay explores the character of Pinchas and his lineage, emphasizing the conflict between good and evil. It highlights the importance of choosing a clear moral path, as exemplified by Pinchas and Aharon.
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Shelachתשע״ד
Knowing Ourselves
This essay explores the failure of the Meraglim, who, despite being respected leaders, allowed their fears of losing status to distort their perceptions of Eretz Yisroel, leading to a grave sin against Hashem.
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