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25 essays
Beshalachתשע״ט
A Beautiful Relationship
The essay explores the significance of Shiras HaYam in Parshas Beshalach, emphasizing the connection between Emunah and the beautification of Mitzvos.
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PinchasRosh Hashanahתשע״ט
A Blast of Truth
The essay explores the significance of the Shofar on Rosh Hashanah, linking it to themes of truth and the Akeida, emphasizing its role in awakening our spiritual essence and affecting our judgment.
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Chayei Sarahתשע״ט
A Blessing on Your Head
The essay explores the lessons from Eliezer's journey to find a wife for Yitzchak, focusing on the self-serving nature of Rivka's family and the significance of blessings in marriage.
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Vayeraתשע״ט
A Little More
The essay explores Avraham's hospitality towards the Malachim and the deeper significance of his words 'Yukach Nah Me’At Mayim', emphasizing the importance of taking small steps towards spiritual growth.
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Achron Shel Pesach
The essay explores the significance of Krias Yam Suf during Pesach, emphasizing the role of Atzmos Yosef in the miracle and the lessons of connection to our ancestors.
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Boתשע״ט
Action and Reaction
The essay explores the complex relationship between Moshe and Pharaoh, focusing on Moshe's anger during their final confrontation. It highlights the significance of Pharaoh's words and their impact on Moshe's commitment to Yichud Hashem.
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Noachתשע״ט
Dying Words
The essay explores the significance of the term 'Yigva' in relation to the deaths during the Mabul, suggesting it denotes a quick and relatively painless death, often associated with Tzaddikim, and reflects on the implications of thoughts of Teshuva.
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Vayechiתשע״ט
Final Approach
The essay explores Yaakov Avinu's final instructions to his sons regarding Me’aras Hamachpelah, emphasizing the importance of spiritual over material concerns.
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Beraishisתשע״ט
Ground Rules
This essay explores the complexities of the curses given to Adam, Chava, and the ground after the sin of the Etz HaDaas, emphasizing the connection between their actions and the consequences faced by each.
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Vayigashתשע״ט
Identity Crisis
The essay explores Yosef's strategic decisions to ensure his family's survival in Mitzrayim, emphasizing the importance of maintaining their identity and separation from Egyptian influences.
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Nameless and Selfless
The essay explores the significance of Levi's actions in the story of Yosef and his brothers, emphasizing the selflessness and kindness that define the character of Shevet Levi, which is crucial for effective leadership.
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Toldosתשע״ט
Otherworldly
The essay explores the struggles of Yitzchok and Rivka during Rivka's pregnancy, focusing on the conflict between their sons, Yaakov and Esav, and the implications of their differing worldviews.
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Bechukosaiתשע״ט
Productive Relationships
The essay discusses the connection between Parshas Bechukosai and the Haftorah, emphasizing the importance of trust in Hashem over reliance on mankind, especially as we approach Shavuos.
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Vaeraתשע״ט
Self Determination
The essay explores the interaction between Moshe and Pharaoh during the Makkah of Tzefardeah, emphasizing the significance of Moshe's request and the concept of self-determination in the face of divine control.
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Shemosתשע״ט
Shemos — Free Yourself
Reading Sefer Shemos as destiny rather than history, the essay analyzes the sequence of pesukim marking the turning point of Shibud Mitzrayim, focusing on the cryptic "VaYaar Elokim Es Bnei Yisroel VaYeda Elokim." Citing the Yerushalmi in Taanis that five factors brought the Geulah (Tzara, Tzevacha, Zechus Avos, Teshuva, and the Ketz), it asks why the other four were needed once the Ketz arrived. Using the Mabit's insight in Beis Elokim that sin is a Shibud HaNefesh and Teshuva a Geulas HaNefesh, the author argues the four factors are prerequisites that make redemption possible — and that the Teshuva must be a visible, transformative one, worthy of "VaYaar Elokim."
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Vayishlachתשע״ט
Suspending Halacha
This essay explores the encounter between Yaakov and Esav, highlighting the significance of their meeting and the implications of Esav's kiss. It emphasizes the importance of unity among the Jewish people to overcome hatred.
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Pesachתשע״ט
Thank You Hashem
The essay explores the significance of the 'Dayenu' in the Haggadah, emphasizing its connection to gratitude and the historical context of Jewish survival through praise.
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Shemini Atzeresתשע״ט
Today You Are A Man
The essay explores the significance of Shemini Atzeres, emphasizing our unique relationship with Hashem and the importance of recognizing our status as the Am Hanivchar, particularly in the context of the Avodas Hayom.
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Unbreakable
The essay explores the connection between Parshas Bamidbar and Shavuos, emphasizing the enduring bond between Klal Yisroel and Hashem, symbolized by the marriage metaphor in the Haftorah.
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Undercoat
This essay explores the complex relationship between Yaakov and Yosef, focusing on the significance of the Kesones Pasim and its implications for understanding divine presence during challenging times.
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Sukkosתשע״ט
United We Stand
The essay explores the importance of unity within Klal Yisroel as symbolized by the Daled Minim during Sukkos, emphasizing that all members are vital for survival and connection to Hashem.
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Vayetzeiתשע״ט
Vayeitzei Haters
The essay explores the contrasting descriptions of Leah and Rochel, focusing on Leah's 'soft eyes' and the implications of her character and emotions, particularly her hatred for Esav.
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Yisroתשע״ט
Yisro
The essay explores the significance of Bnei Yisroel's encampment at Midbar Sinai, focusing on their unity and orientation towards the east, symbolizing a connection to light and heritage as they prepare for Kabbalas Hatorah.
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Lech Lechaתשע״ט
You First
Parshas Lech Lecha discusses the life of Avrohom Avinu, focusing on his interactions with Malki-Tzedek and the implications of their blessings. It contrasts the spiritual paths of Avraham and Noach, emphasizing the importance of placing Hashem first.
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Mishpatimתשע״ט
Your Place
The essay explores the events surrounding Mattan Torah and the implications of the phrase 'Na’aseh V’Nishma', highlighting the mistakes of Nadav, Avihu, and the Zekenim, and the lessons of self-awareness and humility.
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