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18 articles- The Kapara on Lashon HaraExplore how the Kohen Gadol's robe (meil) and the incense (ketores) provide atonement for different forms of lashon hara, from public speech to hidden hatred.
- Purim KattanRabbi Daniel Coren explores the laws and spiritual significance of Purim Kattan, discussing the Rama's ruling on festive meals and the importance of mindfulness
- Linking the Apron and the BreastplateExplore the mystical significance of linking the High Priest's breastplate and apron, representing the integration of our spiritual heights and lower struggles.
- Ufaratzta: Emuna and BitachonA teaching from Igros Kodesh on how faith and trust in Hashem must permeate one's entire being and provide personal reassurance.
- Which is the Real Adar – Part IIExplore the halachic debate on whether the increase in joy (Marbin B'simcha) begins in the first or second Adar, featuring views from the Yaavetz and Chasam Sof
- Aharon’s ApproachAn exploration of the leadership styles of Moshe and Aharon, highlighting the importance of communal accessibility and friendship over mere self-sacrifice.
- Knowing How to Get a Train Ticket: Bitachon WorksA powerful story from the Alter of Novardok illustrating the power of bitachon and hishtadlus as a yeshiva student miraculously receives a train ticket.
- Knowing How to Get a Train Ticket Bitachon WorksRabbi Yakov Yosef Schechter explores the Shem MiShmuel on Parshas Tetzaveh, comparing the process of extracting olive oil to the spiritual refinement of the Jew
- Dig DeepRabbi Ben Zion Sneh explores the transformative power of positive speech and validation, illustrating how sincere praise can literally save a struggling soul.
- Hashem’s Concern for InjusticeRabbi Rafi Wolfe explores why the Choshen is mentioned before the Eiphod, revealing Hashem's deep concern for human injustice over affronts to His own honor.
- Hashem Wants to Hear from UsRabbi Efrem Goldberg explores how Hashem always wants to hear our prayers, regardless of our spiritual state, drawing from the Kohen Gadol and Megilas Ester.
- The ChoshenRabbi Berel Wein explores the spiritual significance of the High Priest's breastplate and the symbiotic relationship between Divine guidance and human effort.
- Dress UpRabbi Tzvi Abramoff uses a humorous anecdote to explain the importance of dressing respectfully for prayer and Torah study, drawing lessons from the Kohanim.
- הערות הרב חיים קנייבסקי זצ"ל על פרשת תצוהביאור נפלא מהגר"א על פי הרמב"ן בעניין האורים ותומים וטעותו של עלי הכהן בזיהוי חנה כשכורה לעומת היותה כשרה.
- The Best TikkunRabbi Shlomo Zalman Auerbach advises a grieving widow that the greatest spiritual upliftment for her late husband is caring for their children's happiness.
- The Priestly Garments – Abarbanel on the ParshaRabbi Pinchas Kasnett explores Abarbanel's insights on the symbolism of the Priestly Garments, linking them to bodily functions, sacred service, and humility.
- Love of Eretz YisroelRabbi Yisroel Reisman discusses the Chasam Sofer's teaching that Jewish safety in exile depends on maintaining a deep connection and desire for Eretz Yisrael.
- JokesA collection of humorous Jewish and general interest jokes including stories about a crew team, Brezhnev, a pretzel lady, and a clever smuggler.
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