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5 essays
Titzavehתשפ״ד
Burning Desire
This essay explores Tehillim 66, discussing its themes of redemption and the importance of praising Hashem, especially in times of exile and hope for the future.
Tehillim
Chanukah Miketz - פרק מ׳׳טצ׳׳ז
This essay explores the connection between the themes of Chanukah and the teachings of Tehillim, particularly focusing on the significance of light and the role of Tzaddikim in maintaining hope during Galus.
Tehillim
Kedoshimתשפ״ד
Kedoshim – פרק כ׳׳א: Holy in Name
The essay surveys the various pshat approaches to the Melech referenced in Tehillim 21 (Melech HaMoshiach per Medrash Tehillim, Dovid after Bas Sheva per Rashi, Dovid's coronation per Radak/Meiri, Chizkiyahu per the Ry"d), showing that in every reading the king's glory derives entirely from HKBH. It then turns to the Medrash Tehillim's drash that Hashem shares His honor with those who fear Him — including permitting Klal Yisroel to bear His name 'Kadosh' — and asks why specifically that name. Drawing on the Sifra and the Ksav Sofer, the essay concludes that Hashem's Prishus does not preclude His involvement in human affairs, and likewise our pursuit of Kedusha need not mean ascetic withdrawal from the physical world but rather holiness lived among others.
Tehillim
Boתשפ״ד
Law and Order
This essay explores the themes of praise and recognition of Hashem's sovereignty as expressed in Tehillim 147, particularly in the context of the future redemption and the significance of the mitzvot.
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