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39 articles- Moshe Prayed 515 TimesExplore the significance of the 515 prayers Moshe offered to enter Eretz Yisrael, including mathematical breakdowns from the Pnei Yehoshua and Chasam Sofer.
- TefillinA comprehensive guide to Tefillin covering the differences between Rashi and Rabbeinu Tam, scriptural sources, Baal HaTurim allusions, and the Lubavitcher Rebbe
- A Tefillin Shoppers GuideA comprehensive guide to purchasing tefillin, explaining the components, manufacturing process, and halachic requirements for gasos batim and the letter shin.
- Tefillin Construction and Halachic RequirementsAn exploration of the halachic requirements for tefillin construction, focusing on the shin, the necessity of squareness, and the debate over gluing compartment
- Tefillin Knot and Halachic OpinionsAn exploration of the Halachic debate between Rabeinu Tam and Rabeinu Eliyahu regarding whether the Tefillin knot must be tied anew each day or merely tightened
- Tefillin in the MidbarExplore the halachic debate on whether the Jews wore Tefillin in the desert and how many Torah passages were included before the full revelation of the Torah.
- Mezuzah Laws and PlacementA guide to the laws and placement of a Mezuzah, exploring Talmudic sources, the requirement for doorposts, and specific Halachic opinions on height and position
- Checking the MezuzahExplore the laws and spiritual significance of checking a mezuzah, the debate between Rashi and Rabbeinu Tam on its placement, and the symbolism of the slant.
- The Six Idioms of the ShemaExplore the mystical permutations of the word Shema and how its three letters allude to six profound biblical verses and Rabbinic idioms about God and faith.
- Pointing at the TorahExplore the origins and meaning of pointing at the Torah with the pinky finger, its connection to humility, the Temple Kemitza service, and the Purim story.
- Differences between the First and Second Appearances of the Ten CommandmentsAn analysis of the textual and thematic differences between the two versions of the Ten Commandments in Exodus and Deuteronomy, including classical commentaries
- Shamor V'ZachorAn analysis of the differences between the two versions of the Ten Commandments, focusing on the simultaneous communication of Shamor and Zachor regarding Shabb
- Claim of Bar MetzraAn analysis of the halachic principles of Bar Metzra, the right of first refusal for adjoining property owners, including its rabbinic origins and applications.
- PoskimA detailed analysis of Shulchan Aruch Choshen Mishpat 175:29 regarding the laws of Bar Metzra and whether a neighbor forfeits his rights by advising another to
- Sicha Summary Chelek 19 Vaeschanan Sicha 3Explore the law of bar metzra (neighbor's right of preemption) and how the ethical principle of doing what is just and good influences space, time, and human li
- Payment for MitzvosAn exploration of the halachic prohibition against taking payment for mitzvos, specifically teaching Torah and judging, and the modern justifications for salari
- Avodah Zarah Prohibition Basic FactsA concise overview of the fundamental laws and prohibitions regarding Avodah Zarah (idol worship), including specific acts of veneration and the severity of the
- Avodah Zarah Involving Non Ordinary MethodsA concise guide to specific forms of Avodah Zarah, including Ba'al Pe'or, Molech, and Markolis, plus the halachic status of items related to idol worship.
- Discourage Fraternization Between Jews and Idol WorshippersAn analysis of the prohibitions in Avodah Zarah 20a regarding land sales, praise, and gifts to idol worshippers, featuring views from Rashi, R' Bachaye, and Mei
- Marriage with a Non-JewAn analysis of Devarim 7:3-4 regarding intermarriage, exploring Rashi and Rabbeinu Tam's interpretations of matrilineal descent and the status of children.
- Is a Person Permitted to Wound OneselfAn exploration of the halachic debate regarding self-harm, citing sources from the Gemara, Rambam, and Shulchan Aruch on whether a person owns their own body.
- The Tzedakah of HashemAn analysis of the Gemara in Sanhedrin 38a regarding the timing of the First Temple's destruction and how Hashem's mercy was hidden within the 850-year timeline
- To Display Our Wisdom and UnderstandingAn exploration of the mitzvah to calculate astronomical movements (Tekufos and Mazalos) as a means to display Jewish wisdom and honor Hashem to the nations.
- Mesiras NefeshAn exploration of Rabbi Akiva's martyrdom and his lifelong desire for Mesiras Nefesh, explaining his willingness to die for even Rabbinic decrees.
- B'Inyan Hagbahas HaTorahAn analysis of the verses recited during Hagbahas HaTorah and the sequence of Shamor and Zachor in Lecha Dodi based on the insights of Rabbi Epstein.
- 22 LettersAn exploration of Devarim 4:34 and the Baal HaTurim's insight that this verse contains all 22 letters of the Alef-Beis, symbolizing the conditions of the Exodus
- The ChariotBaal HaTurim explains how the Avos are synonymous with the Divine Chariot by upholding G-d's Glory in the world through their enduring legacy.
- ShemaBaal HaTurim explains how the three Names of Hashem in the Shema and the requirements of loving G-d correspond to the three Avos: Avraham, Yitzchak, and Yaakov.
- Rav Nosson Nota ShapiraA biographical overview of Rav Nosson Nota Shapira, the Megaleh Amukos, a renowned 17th-century Kabbalist and Chief Rabbi of Cracow who taught the Ari's wisdom.
- V'eschanan 2An analysis of Moshe's plea to enter Eretz Yisrael based on the principle of partial vow fulfillment and Hashem's response regarding the sin at Mei Merivah.
- V'eschanan 10Moshe Rabbeinu teaches that prayer is a request for a gift from Hashem, as one can never fully repay the Creator for the means provided to perform mitzvos.
- V'eschanan 165An analysis of Moshe's plea to enter Eretz Yisrael, exploring the relationship between the Written and Oral Torah and the flow of Divine light from above and be
- V'eschanan 187An exploration of Moshe's desire to enter Israel to bring all nations to G-d, and the significance of Reuben, Basya, and the Eirev Rav in his mission.
- V'eschanan 74The Megaleh Amukos explains how Moshe striking the rock caused the multiplication of disputes and doubts among Torah scholars through a Gematria on the word ham
- Rabeinu Bacheya on Devarim 5:26Rabeinu Bacheya explores the concept of free will and the fear of Heaven through plain, Midrashic, and Kabbalistic lenses based on Devarim 5:26.
- Eretz Zavat Chalav U'DvashAn analysis of the phrase a land flowing with milk and honey, exploring how it symbolizes the attributes of Mercy and Justice and the purpose of entering Israel
- Ohr Hachaim VeeschananAn exploration of the Ohr HaChaim's commentary on loving Hashem with all one's heart, soul, and possessions, using parables to illustrate true spiritual devotio
- The Haftorah for Parshat Vaetchanan Shabbat NachamuA guide to the Haftorah for Shabbat Nachamu (Isaiah 40:1-26), exploring the seven weeks of comfort, the biography of the Prophet Isaiah, and lessons of hope.
- Understanding the Parsha according to the RebbeA collection of Q&A insights on Parsha topics based on the Rebbe's teachings, covering cities of refuge, the Giving of the Torah, Shema, and the unity of G-d.
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