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7 essays

  1. Achrei MosYom Kippurתשפ״ו

    A Silent Scream

    The essay explores the Midrashic idea that the Kohen Gadol enters the Holy of Holies with the 'merit of Judah' (Zechus Yehuda). By analyzing the blessing given to Judah by Moses, the author explains that Judah's true power was the 'silent scream'—a prayer emanating from total reliance on G-d, which serves as the ultimate spiritual key for Jewish leadership and the Yom Kippur service.

    Medrash

  2. Vayikraתשפ״ה

    Good Feelings

    Kapital 143 expresses desperation and yearning for Hashem, reflecting on the power of the word 'Nafshi' and its connection to the Korban Mincha, emphasizing the importance of heartfelt prayer and mitzvos.

    Tehillim

  3. Bechukosaiתשפ״ה

    Remember When

    This essay explores Tehillim 70, focusing on King David's plea for help amidst personal turmoil, emphasizing the importance of remembrance and faith in God during difficult times.

    Tehillim

  4. Sheminiתשפ״ה

    Shimini – פרק ל׳׳ח

    This essay explores the themes of pain and silence in Tehillim, particularly in the context of Dovid Hamelech's suffering and Aharon HaKohen's response to tragedy. It emphasizes the power of silence as a form of praise and trust in Hashem.

    Tehillim

  5. Kedoshimתשפ״ג

    Heads Above The Rest

    This essay explores how King David's expressions of praise in Tehillim reflect the connection between body and soul through mitzvot, particularly focusing on the significance of the mitzvot of 'Lo Sakifu' and 'Ba’al Sashchis'.

    Tehillim

  6. Bechukosaiתשפ״א

    Our Only Hope

    The essay discusses the consequences of following or forsaking Hashem's ways, emphasizing that true hope and purification come from reliance on Him.

    Parsha

  7. Vayikraתשע״ה

    Our Avodah

    The essay explores the significance of Korbonos and their connection to Tefillah, emphasizing that both serve as a means to draw closer to Hashem and inspire Teshuvah.

    Parsha