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11 essays

1. Bamidbar · תשע״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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2. Naso · Shavuos · תשע״ד

   Gravity and Toys

   The essay explores the concept of a Nazir and the significance of his commitment to personal growth, likening it to breaking free from gravity. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and overcoming personal inhibitions to achieve true growth.

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3. Pinchas · תשע״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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4. Shelach · תשע״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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5. Chukas · Parshas Parah · תשע״ד

   Maximizing Potential

   This week's Parsha discusses the concept of Chok, particularly through the Mitzvah of Para Aduma and the story of Mei Meriva, emphasizing the importance of maximizing potential and understanding our limitations.

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6. Behaloscha · תשע״ד

   Moshe’s Fear

   This essay explores Moshe's emotional response to the rebellion of Korach and his cohorts, focusing on the power of prayer and the implications of intentions behind actions.

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7. Matos · תשע״ד

   Nedarim and Individuality

   This essay explores the significance of Nedarim in relation to individuality and unity within Klal Yisroel, emphasizing the importance of Achdus in the context of the Bais HaMikdash.

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8. Balak · תשע״ד

   Returning to Our Place

   The essay explores the character traits of Bilaam and Avraham Avinu, highlighting their contrasting middos and how these affect their responses to divine experiences.

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9. Masei · תשע״ד

   Stops Along the Way

   This week's Parsha recounts Bnei Yisroel's travels in the Midbar, emphasizing the importance of each stop and the lessons learned from both positive and negative experiences.

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10. Behaloscha · תשע״ד

    The Power of Anivus

    This essay explores the concept of Anivus (humility) through the story of Moshe, Aron, and Miriam, emphasizing how true humility enables one to discern and act according to the Ratzon Hashem.

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11. Behaloscha · תשע״ד

    The Power of Anivus

    This essay explores the concept of Anivus (humility) as exemplified by Moshe Rabeinu, and how it relates to discerning the Ratzon Hashem (will of God). It discusses the consequences faced by Aron and Miriam for their criticism of Moshe, emphasizing the importance of humility in understanding divine intentions.

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