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27 articles- Materials Donated for the MishkanAn analysis of the 15 materials donated for the Mishkan versus Rashi's count of 13, featuring explanations from the Mizrachi, Maharal, Maskil LeDavid, and Ta"z.
- How Much Would a Mishkan Cost TodayAn analysis of the modern-day costs of the Mishkan's materials, calculating the value of gold plating, silver sockets, and vessels based on current market price
- The AltarA detailed overview of the Mizbeach (Altar), covering its names, dimensions, and structural differences between the Mishkan and the two Bais haMikdashim.
- Mizbeach – A Deeper LookExplore the spiritual significance of the Mizbeach, its Hebrew acrostic meaning, the three constant miracles that occurred there, and its symbolic connections.
- Turning to the RightExplore the halachic principle of turning to the right as applied to hagbahah, shaking the lulav, walking around the bimah, and lighting the Chanukah menorah.
- Rings of Gold Poles of Acacia WoodA comparative study of classical Torah commentators including Rashi, Ramban, and Ibn Ezra regarding the construction and placement of the Ark's rings and poles.
- The MenorahAn exploration of the Menorah's construction, including its essential parts, the Rambam's unique diagram, and symbolic connections between the Menorah and the T
- Facing South for Wisdom and North for Wealth in PrayerExplore various interpretations of the Gemara's advice to face south for wisdom and north for wealth, featuring insights from Rashi, Rav Shlomo Zalman Auerbach,
- Keruvim in the Torah and Their SymbolismAn exploration of the Keruvim in the Torah, from the Garden of Eden to the Holy Ark, examining their physical dimensions, symbolism of innocence, and divine lov
- King Shlomo's Additional Keruvim in the Holy of HoliesAn exploration of the additional Keruvim in King Shlomo's Temple, discussing the miracle of their wingspan and the Talmudic debates regarding their positioning.
- Standing Acacia Wood in the MishkanAn exploration of the various interpretations of the acacia wood beams (kerashim) in the Mishkan, covering their orientation, permanence, and spiritual symbolis
- Buying Mitzvos and the Value of Acquiring Mitzvah ItemsExplore the spiritual significance of purchasing mitzvah items with full payment, drawing from the Zohar, Rabbi Chaim Vital, and the Nodeh beYehuda.
- Appearance of the CherubsAn exploration of Midrashic and Talmudic sources regarding the appearance of the Cherubs, their childlike faces, and their symbolic embrace of Divine love.
- Area of the MishkonAn exploration of how the dimensions of the Mishkan's courtyard define halakhic measurements for carrying in enclosures, city limits, and animal safety.
- Tosefes BerachaInsights from Tosefes Beracha on Parshat Terumah, exploring the connection between justice and holiness, the symbolism of the Aron, and the crown of Torah.
- Why does Parshas Terumah follow Parshas MishpatimAn exploration of why Parshas Terumah follows Mishpatim, explaining that ethical conduct and justice must precede the bringing of offerings to Hashem.
- Torah and TerumahBaal haTurim explains the connection between the Mishkan and Torah study, noting that the word Terumah alludes to the forty days of the Torah's giving.
- TachashThe Baal haTurim explains the gematria of Tachash, revealing how its six colors adorned the Mishkan's covering as described in Parshat Terumah.
- The KerashimAn analysis of the 48 planks (Kerashim) of the Mishkan based on the Baal haTurim, exploring their symbolic significance and textual derivation from the Torah.
- The MishkanThe Sforno explains how the Mishkan's structure, including the Cheruvim and Ark, symbolizes the relationship between Torah scholars, the soul, and the community
- The Two RingsA comparison of Sforno and Rashi regarding the positioning of the rings on the Ark of the Covenant based on the verse in Parshat Terumah.
- The TableAn analysis of the two crowns on the Mishkan's Table, exploring interpretations by Rashi and Sforno regarding domestic tranquility and national security.
- Rabeinu Bachayei on the TableExplore Rabeinu Bachayei's insights on the Tabernacle's table, its role in channeling divine blessing, and how a person's table serves as a surrogate for the Al
- The Ohr Hachaim HaKodesh on TerumahAn analysis of the Ohr HaChaim's commentary on Parshas Terumah, exploring the laws of tzedakah collection, the role of experts, and the building of the Mishkan.
- The Prototype for All Future SanctificationAn exploration of the Meshech Chochmah's insights on the Urim ve’Tumim's role in sanctifying the Mishkan and how Moshe Rabbeinu's prophecy served a unique funct
- The Haftorah for Parshat TerumahAn overview of the Haftorah for Parshat Terumah from Melachim I, detailing King Solomon's construction of the First Temple and a biography of his life and wisdo
- Understanding the Parsha according to the RebbeExplore insights from the Lubavitcher Rebbe on Parshas Terumah, covering the Mishkan's construction, the Aron's hidden place, and the symbolism of the Menorah.
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