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  1. MetzoraShavuosתשע״ד

    Parshas Metzorah: Torah and Lashon Harah

    This essay explores the connection between Tzaras and Lashon Harah, emphasizing that Tzaras is a spiritual ailment linked to the sin of speaking ill of others. It discusses how learning Torah helps prevent Lashon Harah by instilling a sense of self-worth.

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  2. Shoftimתשע״ד

    Parshas Shoftim: The Yachid and the Rabbim

    Beginning with the Torah's unusual description of Klal Yisroel as "V'hanisharim" (the remaining ones) after Eidim Zomemim are executed, the essay shows that every single Jew is a precious diamond whose loss leaves the nation permanently incomplete. Yet from Egla Arufa and the obligation of Levaya we learn (per the Maharal) that the Zechus HaRabim of a Tzibbur offers protection that no individual possesses. Drawing on the Maharal, R' Chaim Shmulevitz, the Rama M'Pano, and R' Simcha Zissel, the author concludes that individuals who take responsibility for others are themselves considered a Klal, and thereby merit the Tzibbur's eternality and leniency in judgment \_ssummary_note":null,"x":null}

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  3. TzavParshas Parahתשע״ד

    Parshas Tzav—Parshas Zochor

    This essay discusses the unique Mitzvah of destroying Amalek, emphasizing the importance of recognizing Klal Yisroel as the Am Hanivchar and the dangers of losing that identity.

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  4. Ve'eschananתשע״ד

    The Children of Hashem

    This essay explores the significance of teaching Torah to children, emphasizing that students are also considered children of Hashem. It highlights the connection between learning Torah and our relationship with Hashem.

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