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18 essays
VayishlachChanukahתשפ״א
Book Smart
The essay explores Yaakov's encounter with Esav's angel, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's enemy. It connects the Haftorah of Ovadiah, which critiques Esav, to the themes of wisdom and the ultimate triumph of Torah over worldly wisdom, particularly in the context of Chanukah.
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Toldosתשפ״א
Curtain Call
The Parsha of Toldos highlights the contrasting worldviews of Yaakov and Eisav, leading to their enduring rivalry. The Haftorah from Malachi emphasizes Hashem's love for His people despite their shortcomings.
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Ki SisaParshas Parahתשפ״א
Flock of One
This essay discusses the significance of Parshas Parah in relation to the upcoming Korban Pesach and the themes of redemption and divine care for the Jewish people, as illustrated through the metaphor of sheep.
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VayakelPekudeiParshas HaChodeshתשפ״א
Hachodesh Princely View
This essay explores the significance of the Haftorah for Parshas Hachodesh, focusing on the role of the Nasi and Kohen Gadol in the future Mikdash and the implications for spiritual growth as Chodesh Nissan approaches.
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Vayikraתשפ״א
Humble Beginnings
The essay explores the relevance of Sefer Vayikra's laws to our lives, emphasizing the importance of Korbanos and their connection to humility and redemption.
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Lech Lechaתשפ״א
Just Love Him
This essay explores the love of Avrohom Avinu for Hashem and how it shaped his faith and actions. It emphasizes the importance of developing a personal connection with God rooted in love.
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Korachתשפ״א
Keep Going
This week's Sedra focuses on leadership, highlighting the challenges faced by Moshe and the transition to monarchy in Israel. The Haftorah emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility in leadership.
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Shavuosתשפ״א
Kind Connections
The essay discusses the significance of the Piyut Akdomos on Shavuos, emphasizing the connection between Limud HaTorah and the acceptance of our Teffilos by Hashem.
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Lots and Lots
The essay explores the significance of the name Purim, emphasizing the role of the Pur in Haman's plans and its deeper connection to the Jewish people's salvation.
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Noachתשפ״א
Moving Mountains
Parshas Noach introduces the story of the Avos HaKedoshim and emphasizes the importance of Chesed when the Zechus Avos seems diminished.
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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.
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Pesachתשפ״א
Pour It Out
The essay explores the significance of the 'Shfoch Chamascha' paragraph in the Haggadah, emphasizing its role as a plea for divine retribution against enemies and its connection to the themes of yearning for closeness to Hashem.
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MishpatimParshas Shekalimתשפ״א
Shekalim
This essay explores the themes of gratitude and the dangers of ingratitude as illustrated by the story of Yoash and the Mitzvah of Shekalim, emphasizing the importance of recognizing one's blessings.
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Yisroתשפ״א
Singing Together
This essay explores the connection between the Haftorah of Parshas Yisro and Kabbalas HaTorah, emphasizing the unique nature of human Shira compared to that of the Malachim.
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Vayetzeiתשפ״א
Term Limits
This essay explores the lessons from Yaakov's time in Charan as instructed by Rivka, emphasizing the importance of understanding our purpose during periods of exile.
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Shelachתשפ״א
The Hard Truth
The essay explores the mission of the Meraglim sent by Yehoshua to scout Eretz Yisroel, emphasizing the significance of Yericho and its lessons about reliance on divine guidance over human efforts.
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Vaeraתשפ״א
Va’era Serpentine
The essay explores the connections between the Parsha Va’era and its Haftorah from Yechezkel, focusing on the symbolism of Pharaoh as a serpent and the implications of the miracles performed by Moshe and Aaron.
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Zochor No Mercy
The essay discusses the importance of remembering Amalek's destructive role and the imperative to eradicate it, as illustrated in the Haftorah about Shaul's battle against Amalek.
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