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To Grow or to Give?
On Rosh Hashanah, we reflect on Elkanah and Chana’s different approaches to the value of self-development, and how it relates to the value of helping…
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The Cryptography of Blessings
When Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai’s son came for blessings, why did the Sages respond with hurtful words?
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No Muzzles in the Field of Life
How does G-d fulfill the mitzvah to “not muzzle an ox when it treads the grain”?
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Marching to the Song of Victory
What can the Jewish way of preparing for battle teach us about affecting change in our lives and the world around us?
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The Evening Shema: The Perfect Place to Begin
Parshat Ve’eschanan contains probably the most well-known verse of the Torah, the Shema. The Talmud opens with the Mishnah’s discussion of the Shema. In particular…
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Tisha B’Av and Mount Nebo
The Book of Devarim is thematically tied to spiritual descent and yet hints at the Ultimate Redemption. Is there a spiritual treasure buried in exile?
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It’s the Going There, Not the Getting There
Torah records the forty-two journeys. Why was it necessary to recount every step of the way?
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Almonds?! From Aaron’s Staff?
What the almonds that sprung from Aaron’s staff have to say about overthinking good ideas
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The Long Way Around
The spies sent to scout the Land of Israel took an unusual approach with a universal message
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The Perfect Verb
An unlit candle is only missing one tiny detail, but that tiny detail is its entire purpose
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Happiness is Next to Kindness
Practically speaking, how does one "add in joy"?
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Two Counts, One Number
What are we supposed to do today with the idea that everyone was healthy?
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Moses Lighting the Menorah?!
Why suddenly does the Torah emphasize that it’s Moshe who is delivering G-d’s message to the people?
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How To Host A King
What food will you serve? How will you address the king?
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Uninterested, But Caring
The Torah tells us we are obligated to lend money whenever someone asks for a loan. And without interest.
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Spiritual Hierarchy Or Anarchy?
If we each have a direct connection to G-d, why is there a need for spiritual leadership?
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Paths Through The Sea
The splitting of the Red Sea, the dramatic finale to the Jewish People’s Exodus from Egyptian bondage, began when Moshe heeded G-d’s instruction to lift…
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A Traditional Revolution
Why does G-d seem to drive home the superiority of Moshe's forefathers?
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Moshe: An Egyptian?
Why would the Torah record such a derogatory description of the Jewish People’s most distinguished teacher?
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Life Is Not A Circus
Tempting danger makes for a good story, but moral responsibility makes for a better life
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Grappling With Tragedy
So much suffering begs the question, for what? Why do the Jewish people suffer so?
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Never Be Satisfied With Yesterday’s Leftovers
We're always seeking ways to get ahead in life. But when it comes to our spiritual development, we often get stuck in place.
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Nearly Distant
Across the river, we could see the continuation of our road – just as depicted on the map. The only problem was that there was…
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Aware But Alive!
A Russian soldier was being disciplined by his commander. The soldier's crime? While standing watch on a frigid winter night, his feet froze in their…
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