Rav Menachem Mendel of Linsk zy”a (Sefer Likutei Maharam) says that this pasuk hints to the importance of supporting those who study Torah, thereby allowing them to learn with serenity and peace of mind. It can be read as saying that if one provides dwelling places for talmidei chochomim to sit and learn, he will be given “bread that is set aside”, meaning that a good parnassah will be set aside for him and he will have all that he needs.
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- Tzadikei Hador Must Care for The PublicAn exploration of the responsibility of Torah leaders to care for the physical and emotional needs of the public, featuring insights from the Chozeh of Lublin.
- Tzadikim Are Careful With Their WordsThe Divrei Bina explains that leaders must rebuke gently to avoid causing despair, ensuring that even those who have sinned feel they can return to Hashem.
- The Holier One Is The More He Must Take Care Not to Lose His HolinessRav Elimelech of Lizhensk explains why spiritual growth requires a Rebbe and why those on higher spiritual levels must maintain stricter standards of holiness.
- Fiery Enthusiasm Burns Away ImperfectionsRav Menachem Mendel of Rimanov explains how serving Hashem with fiery passion and enthusiasm can purify the soul and burn away the stains of past transgressions
- One Who Thinks He is Whole is IncompleteRav Meir of Premishlan teaches that one who considers himself perfect and beyond improvement is spiritually blemished and cannot draw close to Hashem.
- Do Not Speak Badly of Klal YisroelRav Menachem Mendel of Linsk and other Chassidic masters explain the spiritual importance of speaking well of fellow Jews and avoiding lashon hara.
- Rectifying the Soul Through TzedakahExplore how the mitzvah of tzedakah serves as a gateway to serving Hashem and rectifying the soul, emphasizing humility and the spiritual value of giving.
- Through Achdus, Aveiros Transform Into ZechuyosThe Imrei Chaim explains how Jewish unity and collective service transform sins into merits, likening them to bikkurim presented to Hashem.
- Performing Mitzvos CompletelyAn exploration of why the Torah forbids field owners from helping the poor gather peah, emphasizing humility and the recognition that all wealth belongs to Hash
- Full Hachanas OrchimA moving story about Rav Yeshaya of Zochovitz, a student of the Vilna Gaon, who used a clever ruse to ensure his guests felt comfortable enjoying his hospitalit