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6 essays
Re'ehתשפ״ו
Re'eh — Good Choices
The essay explores the seeming contradiction between two Midrashim (Devarim Rabba and Eicha Rabba, both citing R' Elazar) about when the paradigm shift occurred that good comes automatically to those who do good and evil to those who do evil — at Sinai or at Moshe's words in Nitzavim. Drawing on the Panim Yafos' explanation of why the Torah writes אֲשֶׁר תִּשְׁמְעוּ rather than אִם, and why וּבָחַרְתָּ בַחַיִּים is needed at all, the author concludes that unlike a detached human advisor who is content to let a student fail and learn the hard way, HKBH has a vested interest in our success and only wants us to receive הֲטָבָה. Internalizing that Ratzon Hashem allows us to see reality through the lens of לֹא יָצָאת טוֹבָה לְעוֹשֵׂה רָעָה even when appearances suggest otherwise.
Medrash
Vayeraתשפ״ב
Fear of Love
The essay explores the connection between Parshas Vayera and its Haftorah, focusing on the character of Ovadiah and the concept of Yirah and Ahava in relation to Nisyonos.
Parsha
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.
Parsha
Machar Chodeshתשע״ט
Machor Chodesh
The Haftorah 'Machor Chodesh' discusses the deep friendship between Dovid and Yonasan, emphasizing the concept of selfless love that transcends personal gain.
Haftorah
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.
Parsha
Sukkosתשע״ז
The Shakes
The essay explores the significance of the Na’anuim during Sukkos, emphasizing their role as Shiyarei Mitzvah that can prevent negative occurrences and enhance our relationship with Hashem.
Parsha