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26 articles- Testing HaShemExplore the halachic and philosophical dimensions of testing G-d through tithing (Maaser), including why this mitzvah is a unique exception to the general rule.
- Yerushalayim in TanachAn exploration of Jerusalem's presence in Tanach, discussing why the Torah uses the phrase HaMakom Asher Yivchar, the city's name origins, and King David's sear
- David Hamelech Being Unable To Build The Beit HamikdashRabbi Dr. Ari Z. Zivotofsky explores why King David was not permitted to build the Beit Hamikdash, contrasting popular misconceptions with Biblical sources.
- King David and the Building of the TempleAn exploration of King David's role in preparing for the Beit Hamikdash, why he was disqualified from building it, and the halachic implications of his actions.
- The Chosen PlaceAn exploration of why the Torah refers to Jerusalem cryptically as the place that HaShem will choose, featuring insights from the Rambam, Chizkuni, and others.
- The Legend of the Two Brothers and the Temple MountRabbi Dr. Ari Zivotofsky explores the popular legend of two brothers sharing grain on the Temple Mount, tracing its non-Jewish origins and actual Torah sources.
- BAMOS Private AltarsA historical and halakhic overview of Bamos (private altars), detailing the six stages of the Mishkan and the changing laws regarding sacrifices and sacred food
- WHAT’S BOTHERING RASHIAvigdor Bonchek analyzes Rashi's commentary on Deuteronomy 11:30, exploring how grammatical rules and musical accents reveal the true meaning of the text.
- Staying Overnight in YerushalayimAn analysis of the halachic obligation of linah, staying overnight in Yerushalayim after bringing holiday sacrifices, exploring views from Rashi, Tosafos, and o
- Going After HashemAn exploration of the halachic requirement to follow the Sefer Torah as it is returned to its place, based on the verse you shall go after HaShem.
- The Word Moses IntroducedExplore the concept of Dveykut (cleaving to G-d) as introduced by Moses in Deuteronomy, examining Rashi's interpretations and the path to spiritual oneness.
- The Brother of a Poor ManRabbi Heschel Greenberg explores Rashi's commentary on the mitzvah of tzedakah, offering six insights into the spiritual and social consequences of giving chari
- Erasing the Name of G-dAn exploration of the halachic prohibition against erasing the names of G-d, distinguishing between holy names, attributes, and names in other languages.
- Six Levels of ServiceAn exploration of the six levels of service to God found in Devarim 13:5, featuring interpretations from the Sifrei, Ramban, Malbim, Or haChaim, and Chassidus.
- Severance Gifts for SlavesAn analysis of the laws of severance gifts (Ha'anakah) for Hebrew slaves, exploring whether the principle applies to modern employees based on Rambam and others
- Ir HaNidachatRabbi Chaim Jachter explores the laws of Ir HaNidachat, arguing that the Torah's harsh requirements are a call for communal responsibility and merciful outreach
- Schisms and Lo TisgodeduAn analysis of the prohibition of Lo Tisgodedu, exploring how Halacha balances communal unity with diverse customs between Ashkenazim, Sfardim, and different co
- Meat and Milk Eating and BenefittingExplore the halachic sources for the prohibitions against eating and benefiting from meat and milk mixtures, featuring insights from Chazal, Rambam, and others.
- Fins and ScalesAn exploration of the kosher signs for fish, discussing why the Torah mentions both fins and scales, the concept of Yagdil Torah V’Yadir, and spiritual symbolis
- Selections from Rabbi Baruch Epstein (Torah Temimah)Selections from Rabbi Baruch Epstein's Torah Temimah on Parshat Re'eh, covering the priority of the Levi, the mitzvah of Eretz Yisrael, and the laws of Bamos.
- Selections from Baal haTurimInsights from the Baal HaTurim on Parshat Re'eh, covering Aharon's passing, the Avos as the Divine Chariot, the laws of Tzedakah, and counting the Omer.
- Selections from Ohr haChaimExplore Ohr HaChaim's insights on Parshat Re'eh, covering the joy of Torah study, the spiritual battle against evil, and the mitzvah of giving charity.
- Rabeinu Bachayei on the Place of the Temple and Private AltarsRabeinu Bachayei and Maimonides explain why the Temple's location was hidden and the halakhic history of private altars during the conquest of Israel.
- Meshech Chochmah on Succos and the Word AchExplore the Meshech Chochmah's three explanations for the word ach in the context of Succos joy, addressing Shemitah, Shemini Atzeres, and the festival of Pesac
- The Haftorah for Parshat Re’ehA summary of the Haftorah for Parshat Re’eh from Isaiah 54:11-55:5, including the prophecy of Jerusalem's rebuilding and a biography of the prophet Yishayahu.
- Understanding the Parsha According to the RebbeInsights from the Lubavitcher Rebbe on Parshas Re'eh, covering the sanctity of Jerusalem, the refinement of material meat, and the holiness of the second tithe.
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