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  1. Matosתשע״ה

    A Place of Refuge

    This essay explores the significance of the Arei HaLeviim and their connection to the concept of refuge in Jewish life, emphasizing the importance of spiritual rejuvenation.

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  2. Ve'eschananתשע״ה

    Adding, Subtracting and Connecting

    This essay explores the importance of adhering to the Torah and Mitzvos, emphasizing the prohibitions of adding or subtracting from them, and the contrast between true devotion to Hashem and the pitfalls of idol worship.

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  3. YisroParshas Parahתשע״ה

    Introduction to Kabalas HaTorah

    This essay discusses the significance of the introductory verses to Mattan Torah, emphasizing the importance of small actions in achieving spiritual growth and divine assistance.

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  4. Toldosתשע״ה

    It’s Not So Simple

    This essay explores the contrasting characters of Yaakov and Eisav, emphasizing how their respective traits influenced their spiritual paths and outcomes.

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  5. Ki Seitzeiתשע״ה

    Parshas Ki Setzei: No Small Feat

    The essay asks why the Torah teaches the principle of "Mitzvah Goreres Mitzvah" specifically through the cluster of seemingly minor mitzvos of Shiluach HaKan, Ma'akeh, Kilayim, Shatnez and Tzitzis. Drawing on Rashi, the Medrash, Rabbeinu Yona and the Rashash, it argues that these are the prototypical mitzvos kallos, non-obligatory mitzvos whose fulfillment naturally elevates a person to accomplish greater things. It further shows that profound lessons in Emunah/Bitachon (Ma'akeh) and Bein Adam L'Chaveiro (Kilai Behema) are deliberately embedded in these 'small' mitzvos, and applies this to the Yomim Noraim: small, sustainable kabalos fuel greater growth.

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  6. EmorPesachתשע״ה

    Weeks and Weeks

    This essay discusses the mitzvos of Yomim Tovim and Sefiras HaOmer, emphasizing the importance of spiritual growth during this period.

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  7. Vezos HaberachaShemini Atzeresתשע״ה

    What Comes First?

    The essay explores the significance of Shmini Atzeres as a day of closeness to Hashem, emphasizing the duality of the day with Simchas Torah and the importance of maintaining a spiritual connection in daily life.

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