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  1. Bechukosaiתשפ״ו

    The Struggle is Real: Understanding the Preeminence of Yaakov Avinu

    The essay explores why Yaakov Avinu is listed first in the verse promising the remembrance of the Covenants (Vayikra 26:42) despite being the youngest Patriarch. Drawing on the Daas Sofer, it explains that Yaakov's victory over the angel (the 'dust of Yaakov') provides the spiritual blueprint for future generations to engage with the physical world without being overcome by it, making him the ultimate facilitator of the Jewish mission.

    Medrash

  2. Achrei MosYom Kippurתשפ״ו

    Yom Kippur

    The essay explores the connection between the Avotomy (Patriarchs) and the Korbanos of Yom Kippur, specifically focusing on the 'Ayal' (ram) associated with Yitzchok. Drawing on the Shem M'Shmuel, it explains that the Ayal symbolizes the 'Gevurah' (inner strength) required to overcome one's natural instincts and Yetzer Hara, a power granted to Klal Yisroel through the merit of the Akeida which took place on Yom Kippur.

    Medrash

  3. Bechukosaiתשפ״ג

    Land Made

    This essay explores the connection between Eretz Yisroel and the Avos, emphasizing the importance of Hachna'ah in achieving spiritual greatness and the role of the land in the future redemption.

    Tehillim