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3 essays
Vayigashתשפ״ו
A Good Cry
The essay explores the significance of Yosef's crying during his revelation to his brothers, linking it to the ultimate redemption of Israel. Drawing on the Sfas Emes, it argues that tears and the hardships of exile (Galus) are not merely punishments but necessary tools to extract latent holiness and refine the soul.
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Mishpatimתשפ״ו
Six of One
The essay explores why the Torah mandates a six-year term for a Hebrew slave (Eved Ivri), linking the number six to the days of Creation and the six historical exiles (Galuyos). It argues that just as exile is intended for character refinement and spiritual growth, the servant's tenure is meant to be a transformative period; failing to leave after six years indicates a failure to internalize the message of Divine servitude established at Har Sinai.
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Vayikraתשפ״ו
The Secret of the Korban Mincha
The essay explores why the Korban Mincha (flour offering) is uniquely associated with the word 'Nefesh' and why, according to some opinions, it was excluded from the vision of sacrifices shown to Avraham at the Bris Bein HaBesarim. It explains that while the Mincha represents the highest level of devotion—sanctifying the physical 'Guf' alongside the 'Neshama'—our national survival and inheritance of Eretz Yisroel are guaranteed by the more accessible sacrifices. Thus, while the Mincha is a lofty spiritual goal, the essential 'Kapparah' shown to Avraham ensures that even imperfect service protects the Jewish people's future.
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