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11 essays
Chayei Sarahתשפ״ה
Chayei Sarah – פרק ל׳׳ט Foreign Status
This essay explores the themes of suffering and divine connection in Tehillim, particularly through the lens of the status of 'Ger' as expressed by Dovid Hamelech and Avrohom Avinu.
Tehillim
Vayechiתשפ״ה
Drawing Close
The essay explores the significance of praising Hashem, particularly through the lens of Yaakov Avinu's unique status and the impact of Tzaddikim even after their passing.
Tehillim
Vayeraתשפ״ה
Vayera – פרק נ׳׳ג
This essay explores Kapital 53 of Tehillim, discussing themes of Galus and Geulah, and the significance of Avrohom Avinu's individuality in Jewish survival.
Tehillim
Ki Seitzeiתשפ״ד
Ki Seitzei –פרק נ׳׳ד
This essay explores the themes of trust in God and the significance of the mitzvah 'Lo Sasgir Eved El Adonav' in relation to King David's prayers for salvation from his enemies.
Tehillim
Shekalim – פרק ע׳׳ח
This essay explores the themes of Tehillim 75, focusing on the connection between the Mitzvah of Machatzis Hashekel and the Chet HaEgel, emphasizing our enduring bond with Torah even in times of downfall.
Tehillim
Shelachתשפ״ד
Until When
This essay explores the themes of suffering and divine mercy in Tehillim 6, connecting it to the Chet HaMeraglim and the importance of recognizing one's nobility as part of Klal Yisroel.
Tehillim
Bamidbarתשפ״ד
Your Own Name
This essay explores the origins and significance of Kapital 98 in Tehillim, discussing its connection to the Geulah and the unique role of Klal Yisroel in receiving the Torah.
Tehillim
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
Pesachתשפ״ג
Watch Your Language
The essay explores the significance of Tehillim 114 in relation to Pesach, emphasizing the importance of language and identity in the context of Yetzias Mitzrayim.
Tehillim
Boתשפ״ג
פרק ע׳׳ז - Bo: By Choice
The essay analyzes Kapital 77 of Tehillim, which Rashi reads as a lament over the decrees of Galus and which culminates in the memory of Yetzias Mitzrayim. It focuses on the phrase "Ga'alta B'Zroah Amecha Bnei Yaakov V'Yosef Selah", joining the Gemara in Sanhedrin (Yosef Kilkel), the Midrash that we were redeemed 'Betrunia' against the Midas HaDin because we resembled the Mitzriyim, and the Midrash in Bamidbar Rabbah linking the two Bakar of Shevet Gad's korban to Yaakov and Yosef. Using the Shem M'Shmuel's identification of Bakar with the middah of Havchana (discernment), the author concludes that the zechus of Yaakov and Yosef was the inherited ability to distinguish right from wrong, which preserved our identity as a Shoshana Bein HaChochim and made the Geulah possible.
Tehillim
Forever Today
The essay explores the significance of the prayer Al Hanissim during Chanukah, emphasizing the permanence of the miracles and victories over the Yevanim, and how they shape Jewish identity and resilience.
Tehillim