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11 essays
Toldosתשפ״ד
Escape Plan
This essay explores the emotional turmoil of King David during Absalom's rebellion, emphasizing the importance of fleeing to Torah and prayer in times of crisis.
Tehillim
VayikraPurimParshas Zachorתשפ״ב
Zochor
This essay explores the significance of Parshas Zochor in preparing for Purim, focusing on Shaul's battle against Amalek and the lessons of unity and kindness exemplified by the Keni.
Parsha
Pesachתשפ״א
Achron Shel Pesach
The essay explores the significance of Shira in the context of Pesach, particularly focusing on the Shira of Dovid Hamelech and its implications for gratitude and introspection.
Haftorah
Sheminiתשפ״א
Strong Leadership
The Haftorah for Shemini discusses King David's joyful return of the Aron Hakodesh and the conflict with Michal, highlighting themes of leadership and the importance of drawing others closer to Hashem.
Haftorah
Machar Chodeshתש״פ
Humble Beginnings
The Haftorah for Rosh Chodesh discusses the relationship between Shaul and Dovid, highlighting themes of mockery and humility in leadership.
Haftorah
Rosh Hashanahתש״פ
King Me
The essay explores the Haftorah readings for Rosh Hashanah, connecting the themes of prayer and redemption through the narratives of Chana and Rochel. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing our spiritual stature and the potential for return to holiness.
Haftorah
Korachתש״פ
The Voice
The Haftorah for Parshas Korach discusses Shmuel's criticism of Bnei Yisroel's request for a king, highlighting the importance of understanding true motivations in leadership.
Haftorah
VayikraPurimParshas Zachorתשע״ט
Haftoras Zachor: Sheepish
The essay explores the Haftorah of Parshas Zachor, focusing on Shaul's battle against Amalek and the significance of counting soldiers with sheep to counteract Amalek's inflated sense of self.
Haftorah
Korachתשע״ט
Korach: Precipitating Precipitation
The Haftorah for Parshas Korach discusses Shmuel's rebuke of Bnei Yisroel for requesting a king, emphasizing the importance of spiritual leadership over physical security.
Haftorah
Machar Chodeshתשע״ט
Machor Chodesh
The Haftorah 'Machor Chodesh' discusses the deep friendship between Dovid and Yonasan, emphasizing the concept of selfless love that transcends personal gain.
Haftorah
Rosh Hashanahתשע״ח
Direct Connect
The essay explores the connection between Chana's prayer and Rosh Hashanah, emphasizing the importance of direct communication with Hashem during this Yom Tov.
Haftorah