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10 articles- פרשת נחUncover profound insights from Parashat Noach with Harav Shmaya Low's unique perspectives. What lessons await in this week's Torah portion?
- Inborn Evil InclinationAn exploration of the human struggle between the inborn evil inclination and the unique capacity for good, based on the teachings of the Ramban and Ohr Hachaim.
- The Opposing Force of GoodAn exploration of man's dual nature, the animalistic soul versus the spiritual soul, and our responsibility to choose the path of truth and holiness.
- Overcoming Our Animalistic CoreRabbi Chaim Brisker uses a parable of a horse and rider to explain man's unique ability to rise above animalistic instincts through self-awareness and choice.
- A Nachas Ruach for HashemExploring why man's struggle against his inborn evil inclination brings great nachas to Hashem and serves the ultimate purpose of Creation.
- For a Greater PurposeThe Chofetz Chaim explains man's purpose in this world through a parable of a prince sent to a crude land to gather precious gems for the king's palace.
- Do Not Underestimate the Power of your NeshamaAn exploration of Noach's humility and why the Kedushas Levi suggests his lack of belief was actually a lack of belief in his own power as a tzaddik.
- The True Measure of GreatnessThe Chasam Sofer explains that true greatness is not measured by size or ability, but by how well one fulfills their unique mission in Hashem's world.
- Fulfilling our Individual MissionThe Chasam Sofer explains that true greatness is defined by fulfilling one's individual mission and Hashem's will, regardless of size or natural abilities.
- An Ideal WorldExploring the ultimate state of the world with Moshiach, where greatness is defined by fulfilling Hashem's will rather than physical or intellectual gifts.
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