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  1. Rosh Hashanahתשפ״ד

    Covered Up

    Kapital 81 is linked to Rosh Hashanah, emphasizing themes of redemption and the importance of recognizing moments of light amidst darkness. It teaches us how to navigate challenges and anticipate the coming Geulah.

    Tehillim

  2. Behaloschaתשפ״ד

    Joyous Times

    This essay explores the themes of joy and creation in Tehillim 104, connecting it to the concept of Shabbos as a day of joy and reflection.

    Tehillim

  3. Ki Sisaתשפ״ד

    Ki Sisa – פרק ז׳ Anger Management

    The essay explores the themes of anger and responsibility in Tehillim 7, particularly in relation to King David's mistakes and his plea for divine judgment. It connects these ideas to the prayers of Moshe after the Chet HaEgel.

    Tehillim

  4. Vayechiתשפ״ד

    Not Just Hope — Vayechi, פרק ק׳׳ל

    The essay analyzes Tehillim 130 ("Shir Hamaalos Mima'amakim"), showing via Sforno that it is a tefillah composed by the Leviim on behalf of future Bnei HaGolah, and that its central theme is Selicha as the gateway to Geulah. Focusing on the seemingly redundant phrase "Kivisi Hashem Kivsa Nafshi," it links it to Yaakov's words to Dan, "L'Yeshuascha Kivisi Hashem," and to the Medrash's claim that "Hakol B'Kivuy." Citing the Ozhorover Rebbe's Aish Dos, it defines Kivuy not as mere hope but as Bitul Atzmi — the self-destruction inherent in Tzemicha, whereby a seed must break open to sprout. Hence selfless Kivuy enables honest self-examination and true Selicha, which in turn plants the seed of Geulah.

    Tehillim

  5. Yom Kippurתשפ״ד

    Open and Closed

    This essay explores the themes of repentance and prayer in Tehillim 17, particularly in the context of Yom Kippur, emphasizing King David's sincere pleas for mercy and the unique nature of Yom Kippur's prayers.

    Tehillim

  6. Beraishisתשפ״ד

    Shabbos Songs

    This essay explores the themes of Shabbos as expressed in Kapital 92 of Tehillim, emphasizing the significance of praise and recognition of Hashem's creations on this holy day.

    Tehillim

  7. VayakelParshas Shekalimתשפ״ד

    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

  8. Achrei MosYom Kippurתשפ״ד

    So Holy

    This essay explores Tehillim 86, focusing on King David's plea for salvation and the significance of the Lashon Shel Zehoris during Yom Kippur, highlighting themes of repentance and divine mercy.

    Tehillim