Best Talmid Chacham Podcasts (2026)

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Vayigash - A Sign Of Who He Is 8:40

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5d ago8:40

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Yosef calls his brothers close and reveals himself to them. Why did he choose the Bris Milah as his proof, when he had proof that he spoke Lashon Hakodesh and knew the true story of the sale? How was it a good proof, didn't he force all the Egyptians to circumcise themselves? Have a good Shabbos

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Miketz - Forgetting His Troubles 9:40

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After all these years, Yosef was able to rise to power, marry, and have two sons. He named them with names that symbolize this ability to forget his troubles and be happy with what he had built. Was that all positive, or were there negative components? Have a good Shabbos and a lichtege Chanukah

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Vayeishev - Not The Time For Tranquility 9:44

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Chazal say that Yaakov wanted to sit in tranquility at this point, after dealing with Eisav, Lavan, Shechem. Hashem said Tzadikim have tranquility in the next world, they should ask for it in this world? Is there something wrong with having a tranquil life? Wouldn't Yaakov only want this for Torah and Ruchniyus, what would be wrong with this desire…

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Vayishlach - Bowing to Eisav 9:42

27d ago9:42

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We find Yaakov humbling himself before Eisav, and bowing seven times. Yet we also know that one is forbidden to flatter a wicked person. Exploring the balance Yaakov strikes in his appeasement of Eisav. Have a good Shabbos

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Vayeitzei - Lavan Father Of Trickery 9:41

1M ago9:41

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When Yaakov met Rochel, he assured her Lavan wouldn't outsmart him. He said he could be his brother in trickery. How could Yaakov the Ish Emes expect to match the one Chazal call the father of trickery? If he said he could match, how come in the end he wasn't successful and Lavan beat him? Some ideas from Rav Yaakov Kaminetzky and Rav Shalom Schwad…

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Toldos - Swear It's A Good Sale 8:58

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Why did Yaakov make Eisav swear on the sale of the Bechoros? Would Eisav honor an oath more than he worried about other Aveiros? How could Eisav sell his Bechoros, can one sell something intangible, does it work halachically? Why did Yaakov give Eisav bread when he only asked for lentils? Trying a type of Yeshivisha style this week that I haven't d…

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Chayei Sarah - The Death of Avraham and The Value of Life 6:23

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My own idea this week, dating back to my years in Yeshiva. How could it be a zechus for Avraham to lose five years of life to avoid seeing Eisav go LTarbus Raah? Especially in light of Rav Chaim Shmuelevitz's chiddushim in the preciousness of life?

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Vayeira - Like Dust and Ashes 7:44

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While praying on behalf of Sedom, Avraham compares himself to dust and ashes in his humility before Hashem. The Gemara says some amazing ideas about the long term significance of this statement, and how it compares to other statements of humility in Tanach. Also discuss the classic Rav Yaakov Emden story about humility before Hashem and humility be…

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Vayeira - Avraham's Greatness in Hachnasas Orchim 7:43

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Chazal tell us Avraham's actions towards the Melachim were zechusim that brought benefits in the Midbar, and that will bring benefits in the times of Mashiach. Why was the story with the Melachim a greater source of zechusin than all his earlier actions. Why is Hachnasas Orchim such a tremendous Mitzvah? Was Avraham the tallest person who ever live…

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Vayeira - Avraham The Father of The Nations 8:27

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Rashi says Hashem informed Avraham about Sedom because you tell a father before punishing his son. How is Avraham the father of the people of Sedom?If you like this podcast please follow us and rate us five stars, to enable more people to discover it. Always appreciate any feedback. You can reach me at the name of the podcast @gmail.comHave a good …

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Lech Lecha - Lot's Big Transformation 9:45

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Chazal initially describe Lot as a Tzadik, but later describe him in much less glowing terms. What was the turning point that caused the transformation, and how did it create such a big change? Also includes an explanation of why Og merited being saved from the Mabul, was excited to finally see a pshat in it. Have a good Shabbos…

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Noach - Training Our Tongues 7:09

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Noach was instructed to bring in 7 pairs of each Tahor animal, and 1 pair of every non-Tahor animal. Why does the Torah say it as non-tahor, the Torah uses the word Tamei to describe non kosher animals in many places? Why is it necessary to use a euphemism when speaking about an animal? Have a good Shabbos…

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Bereishis - Be Fruitful and Multiply 4:48

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The Mitzvah of Pru Urvu is commandment upon men, women are not obligated in this Mitzvah. Why wouldn't women be commanded in a Mitzvah they have such a strong inborn desire to fulfill? Thank you for being a listener, as we begin the 6th season of these shiurim. Have a great Shabbos.

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Sukkos - Ananei HaKavod In Tishrei 7:52

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Haazinu - Nothing Empty in Torah 7:08

3M ago7:08

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Short vort on the Parsha how everything in Torah has depth and value. And a famous story from the Ramban how everything is contained in Parshas Haazinu.

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Yom Kippur - The Mabit, Rav Yisrael, and the Accessibility of Teshuva 9:45

3M ago9:45

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The Mabit talks about Teshuva as coming closer to Hashem after being distanced by our sins. The Shaarei Teshuva writes that completeTeshuva requires regret, confession, and a clear commitment to change going forward. The Mabit and Rav Yisrael Salanter write that there are concepts of partial Teshuva as well. Some thoughts on the accessibility of Te…

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Vayeilech - Going To The Right Place 5:30

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Vayeilech begins Moshe saying farewell to the Jewish people on the last day of his life. What does the language of Vayeilech mean, where did Moshe go? What can we learn from where Moshe went on the last day of his life? Have a good Shabbos and a Gmar Chasimah Tovah

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Nitzavim and Rosh Hashana - Choosing To Walk With Hashem 8:27

4M ago8:27

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Before Rosh Hashana we focus on Teshuva and choosing the path of life. We aspire to make good choices and to associate with those who make good choices. How does internalizing Hashem's Malchus and feeling we are in His Presence help us do Teshuva, how is it a foundation of Teshuva? Have a Ksivah Vchasimah Tovah and a wonderful Shabbos.…

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Ki Savo - The Impact of a Good Plan 9:52

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When we bring Bikkurim, we say Arami Oved Avi. Lavan never actually did it, why does it call him an Oved? Why is the Yid given credit for the good plan as if he actually pulled it off, but not judged that way for the negative plan? Have a good Shabbos and a K'sivah V'Chasimah Tovah

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Ki Seitzei - Blessing on the Fencing 9:58

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There is a Mitzvah to build a fence around a roof for safety purposes. The Rambam and others pasken that we make a Bracha on this Mitzvah. What dictates which Mitzvos have Brachos and which don't? Have a good Shabbos

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Shoftim - Respecting Dinei DiRabanan 9:49

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Hi, The Torah instructs us to keep the words of the Chachamim and not deviate from their words, neither to the right nor to the left. To what extent doMitzvos DiRabanan have a status similar to a DiOraysa, that we can say a Bracha of Vtzivanu on them? In what sense are they considered even more stringent than the Dinei DiOraysa? Have a good Shabbos…

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Reeh - To Be On The Giving End 9:41

4M ago9:41

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The Torah tells us to give Tzedakah, and warns us to not to give with a negative heart. Pirkei Avos says that a Chasid gives, and wants others to give as well. What should be our perspective about being asked for Tzedakah, and about asking others to give Tzedakah? Have a good Shabbos

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Eikev - The Tzirah Army 9:29

5M ago9:29

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Moshe exhorts the Jewish people not to fear fighting the kings of Canaan, that Hashem would send miracles to help them, as well the Tzirah to shoot poison at them. Why did Hashem want to send an army of hornets to fight for the Jewish people, what was the purpose of using bugs and what can we learn from them? Have a wonderful Shabbos…

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Vaeschanan - Loving With All You Got 8:26

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We say in Kriyas Shema that one should love Hashem B'chol Meodecha. The Mishna says two pshatim in what that means, either will all your money, or with every middah that Hashem sends your way. How can we come to love Hashem in every situation? Have a good Shabbos.

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Tisha Baav - Bitul Torah or The Big Three? 9:20

5M ago9:20

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The Gemara in Yoma 9b says the Mikdash Rishon was destroyed because the people did Avodah Zarah, Giluy Arayos, and Shfichas Damim. However, the Gemara in Nedarim 81a says even the Neviim couldn't figure out why it was destroyed, until Hashem revealed it was because they weren't careful about Birchas HaTorah. How do we resolve the seeming contradict…

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Mattos and Chodesh Av - Strength in Vows 8:38

5M ago8:38

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The Torah talks about the importance of keeping our word, and taking our commitments seriously. Chazal even say for Hakadosh Baruch Hu to annul an oath due to Teshuva involves the Heavenly Bais Din. Ideas in the importance of keeping our vows, and the power of Teshuva to save King Yehoyachin from an oath of destruction. Have a good Shabbos…

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Pinchas - Divvying It Up 7:45

6M ago7:45

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Chazal tell us about the miraculous nature of how the portions of each Shevet in Eretz Yisrael were given out. Why was it done with three separate miracles? It was split up both based on the numbers of those who entered Eretz Yisrael, and the numbers of those who left Mitzrayim. Why was it based on both, and what can we learn from it? Have a good S…

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Balak - Why A Talking Donkey? 8:17

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Hi, Why did Hashem make a donkey talk to Bilaam, what could it accomplish that the Malach couldn't? Why doesn't the only talking donkey in history have more inspiring words to say? What was the miracle coming to teach us? Have a wonderful Shabbos

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Chukas - Mourning a Peacemaker 8:38

6M ago8:38

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Hi, Chazal note the contrast between the way the people mourned for Aharon, and the way they mourned for Moshe. The main reason given is that Aharon made peace between people in dispute. What does this teach us about the different roles of Moshe and Aharon, and what can we learn from both? Have a good Shabbos…

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Korach - Keeping Us In Check 9:29

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Hi, With the rebellion of Korach, we find Shevet Levi stumbling in a way they haven't in previous challenges of the Jewish People. What was unique about this story that Shevet Levi was at more of a risk? Have a good Shabbos

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Shelach - The Good Within the Yesurim 9:47

7M ago9:47

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Hi, There's a surprising Rabbeinu Bechayai that says Moshe Rabbeinu was supposed to appreciate that the Chet HeMeraglim caused his life to be extended another 40 years. How could Moshe feel positively about something that caused such devastation for the future of the Jewish people? Have a good Shabbos…

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Behaalascho - Miriam's Journey 9:24

7M ago9:24

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In this week's Parsha we have the story of Miriam getting Tzaraas. Thought it would be interesting to share a fascinating Gemara about Miriam and her marriage to Kalev Ben Yefunah, and the lessons we can learn from them. Have a good Shabbos

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Naso - Viduy and Its Power 9:00

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The Rambam finds the source for the Mitzvah of Viduy in this week's Parsha. Why is Viduy taught from the area of admitting to swearing falsely on a stolen item, and why is it such an essential part of Teshuva? Have a good Shabbos

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Bamidbar & Shavuos - A Precious Opportunity 9:39

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Bamidbar begins with the counting of the Bnei Yisrael, which the seforim teach shows the preciousness of our people as a whole, and of every individual as well. Matan Torah is really what gave us that special distinction and made us unique. May Hashem help us appreciate who we are and help us find ways to tap into His precious gift on the Yom Tov o…

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Behar - Being Mechazek Others 9:50

7M ago9:50

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The highest form of giving in Halacha is to help hold someone up before they fall down. Is this only about preventing someone from falling financially, or even from falling apart emotionally? Some ideas based on the Rambam and Chofetz Chaim on being Mechazek those in need. Have a good Shabbos

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Emor - Lessons in Appreciation From The Omer 9:33

8M ago9:33

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As we approach Lag Baomer it's a good time to focus on the Korban Omer. Why was the Korban Omer brought and why was the Chodosh crop forbidden until the Korban Omer was brought? What can we learn from it about the importance of Hakaras Hatov? Have a good Shabbos

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Metzora - Care That We Clean The House 8:29

8M ago8:29

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When there is Tzaraas upon a house, the Torah says one should clean out all their possessions before the Kohen inspects it. Chazal explain this is to protect the owner, out of sensitivity for him losing unkasherable vessels when they become Tamei. Why does the Torah show such sensitivity to one who deserves a public punishment, and what can we lear…

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Shemini - Powerful In It's Element 7:13

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Shemini talks about the different Kosher and Unkosher animals. Rabbi Akiva pointed out the wonders of creation, that there are creatures that have so much power in one domain, yet would die very quickly if they switch environments. Some lessons we can learn from this in our own lives. Have a wonderful Shabbos…

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Shevii Shel Pesach - Crowning The Melech in Gratitude 5:20

9M ago5:20

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As we came to the second half of Pesach, we focus on the Shirah at the Yam Suf. The Pinnacle of Yetzias Mitrayim was when we reached the level of Shirah, and the pinnacle of the shirah was the proclaiming of Hashem Yimloch Leolam Vaed. A perspective on the Hakaras Hatov that brought us to that level. Have a wonderful Shabbos and a Chag Kasher V'Sam…

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Tzav and Pesach - Celebrating That We Made It 5:52

9M ago5:52

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Chazal tells us that when Aharon and his sons brought the last ram as part of their Kohanite inauguration they celebrated. May we learn from the Zerizus with which they celebrated, and rejoice in our successful preparation for Pesach. A Chag Kasher V'Sameach.

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Vayikra and Pre-Pesach - Watch How You Say It 8:29

9M ago8:29

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A quick idea in the importance of mindfulness in our speech. Relevant to when we use Hashem's name, even to designate a Karbon. And relevant to an important Halacha in how to speak when buying meat and chicken for Pesach. Have a wonderful Shabbos HaGadol

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Pekudei - Ideation In Our Avodah 8:09

9M ago8:09

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The Torah details the process by which the Bnei Yisrael pressed gold and cut it into thin threads in order to weave them into the Ephod. What was unique about this process that it is the only creative process the Torah details here? Some ideas in the value of coming up with Chiddushim in our Avodah. (The word Ideation has been used in the place of …

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Vayakhel - Gathering For What Matters 8:27

10M ago8:27

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The Parsha says that Moshe gathered all the Jewish people together to teach them Hilchos Shabbos. What was unique about Shabbos that it was singled out more than the other Mitzvos to be taught in this matter, and what can we learn from it? Have a wonderful Shabbos

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Purim - The Focus On Bein Adam LaChaveiro 8:13

10M ago8:13

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Why does Purim have a focus on Bein Adam LaChaveiro Mitzvos, more than we find by other Yomim Tovim? A nice idea as explored by Rav Yeruchem Olshin.

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Tetzaveh - The Jew and The Olive Tree 9:29

10M ago9:29

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The Navi Yirmiyahu compares Klal Yisrael to the olive tree. How are the Jewish people similar to an olive tree? Some ideas on how we stay separate, and allow our inner greatness to come forth and burn bright. Have a good Shabbos and a Freilichen Purim

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Terumah - The Aron and The Talmid Chacham 9:42

10M ago9:42

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Chazal teach us that the Aharon symbolizes the Talmid Chacham and our relationship with the Torah. Some insights in the symbolism of the dimensions and makeup of the Aharon, and the transformations we seek to achieve in Torah.Have a wonderful Shabbos.

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Mishpatim - Who Gets The Teeth? 9:29

10M ago9:29

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If one who strikes his Eved Canaani and knocks out a tooth, the Eved goes free. Rav Zilberstein raises the question, let's say it would be golden teeth, who would have the rights to keep the teeth? A fascinating discussion about the Halachic status of the detached limb of a living eved. Hope you enjoy. Have a wonderful Shabbos…

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Yisro - The Defense from the Eigel in the Aseres Hadibros 7:27

11M ago7:27

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The Aseres Hadibros start off Anochi Hashem Elokecha, shouldn't it Elokeichem if it's talking to the whole Kal Yisrael? Rashi quotes that it's to be a defense for us from the Chet HaEgel, since it's written in the singular form. A pshat in the Yesod from Rav Elyah Meir Bloch, and a Mussar Shmuess I developed on the Rashi..…

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Beshalach - The Full Redemption 9:07

11M ago9:07

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Chazal say the Jews were told to borrow money from the Mitzriyim so Avraham shouldn't claim the promise of wealth wasn't fulfilled. Wouldn't Hashem fulfill the promise regardless? A perspective from Rav Yeruchem Olshin in when their Redemption was completed. Have a Wonderful Shabbos

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Bo - Our Actions Follow Our Hearts 9:52

11M ago9:52

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The Sefer HaChinuch discusses why we need so many different Mitzvos to remember Yetzias Mitzrayim, and explains it's because our actions influence our hearts, and the more we do, the greater the influence. Exploring this technique in improving our Middos through the eyes of the Sefer HaChinuch and Rav Yechezkel Levenstein.Have a beautiful Shabbos…