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13 essays
Vaeraתשפ״ו
Expansion Opportunities
The essay explores the miracle of Makkas Shechin (the plague of boils), specifically the phenomenon of 'muat machzik es hamerubeh' (the small containing the large) when Moshe held both his and Aharon's handfuls of soot. It distinguishes between physical limitations (Teva), which govern material life, and spiritual pursuits (Ruchnius), where a person can transcend natural boundaries through devotion to God.
Medrash
Stranger Danger: The Purity of the Night of Pesach
The essay explores the specific prohibition of a 'ben nechar' (stranger) eating the Korban Pesach, contrasting the physical Egyptian oppression with the spiritual purity of Israel on the night of the Exodus. Drawing on Rav Hutner’s Pachad Yitzchok, it argues that the night of the 15th of Nissan was a unique historical moment where Klal Yisrael existed in its most pristine state—freed from external nations and not yet diluted by the 'Erev Rav' or internal dissent—representing a template for the future Redemption.
Medrash
Vayakelתשפ״ה
Inner Sanctum
This essay explores the themes of King David's pleas in Tehillim, focusing on his desire to remove distractions and fully devote himself to Torah and Avodas Hashem.
Tehillim
Titzavehתשפ״ד
Burning Desire
This essay explores Tehillim 66, discussing its themes of redemption and the importance of praising Hashem, especially in times of exile and hope for the future.
Tehillim
Boתשפ״ד
Law and Order
This essay explores the themes of praise and recognition of Hashem's sovereignty as expressed in Tehillim 147, particularly in the context of the future redemption and the significance of the mitzvot.
Tehillim
Terumahתשפ״ג
Small Spaces
The essay explores the themes of yearning for divine presence and guidance during exile, as expressed in Tehillim 80, while connecting it to the concept of the Keruvim and the Mishkan.
Tehillim
Shemosתשפ״א
Lone Savior
The essay explores the themes of exile and redemption in the Haftorah of Shemos, emphasizing the role of Yaakov in redeeming Avrohom and the importance of living a life of independence from outside influences.
Haftorah
Terumahתש״פ
Shining Bright
The essay explores the significance of the month of Iyar, referred to as Chodesh Ziv, in relation to the construction of the Bais HaMikdash and the impact of actions on others.
Parsha
Mishpatimתשע״ו
Boundaries
The essay explores the significance of the prohibition against eating Treifah, linking it to the pursuit of Kedusha and the identity of Klal Yisroel as Anshei Kodesh.
Parsha
Pekudeiתשע״ו
I Do Attest
The essay discusses the significance of the Mishkan as a testament to God's forgiveness of Klal Yisroel for the sin of the Golden Calf, emphasizing its enduring nature as a source of spiritual connection.
Parsha
TitzavehYom Kippurתשע״ו
Leopards and Life
This essay explores the significance of the Tzitz worn by the Kohen Gadol, connecting its roles in atonement and character development, particularly regarding the middah of Azus Panim.
Parsha
Mirror Image
The essay explores the significance of the Kior in the Mishkan, emphasizing its role in promoting Shalom and Kiruv Halevavos among the Jewish people.
Parsha
Terumahתשע״ד
Our Own Personal Mishkan
This essay discusses the significance of building a personal Mishkan for Hashem within ourselves, emphasizing the sustainable connection through Torah and Mitzvos.
Parsha