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10 essays
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.
Parsha
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.
Parsha
Nasoתשע״ז
Like So
This essay explores the connection between the laws of Nazir and Birchas Kohanim, emphasizing the shared theme of Kedusha and the potential for spiritual growth within Klal Yisroel.
Parsha
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'.
Parsha
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.
Parsha
Shelachתשע״ז
Pour Us
The essay explores the connection between the laws of Menachos and Nesachim and the Chet HaMeraglim, emphasizing the reassurance these laws provided to Bnei Yisroel about their eventual entry into Eretz Yisroel.
Parsha
Matosתשע״ז
Promises, Promises
The essay explores the Halachos of Nedarim, emphasizing the unique role of the Roshei HaMatos and the significance of speech in creating Nedarim. It highlights the importance of guidance from a Chacham in spiritual growth.
Parsha
Matosתשע״ז
Promises, Promises
This essay explores the Halachos of Nedarim, emphasizing the significance of speech in Jewish law and the role of a Chacham in annulling vows. It highlights the importance of guidance in spiritual growth.
Parsha
Ekevתשע״ז
Small Things
This essay explores Moshe's teachings in Parsha Ekev, emphasizing the importance of Yiras Shamayim and humility in serving Hashem, while reflecting on our relative position in the world.
Parsha
Chukasתשע״ז
Thanks But No Thanks
This essay explores the complaints of Bnei Yisroel in Parsha Chukas, their ingratitude, and the consequences of their actions, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the good done for them.
Parsha