Eikev 5775-2015
“‘D’vay’kut’--Bonding with the Al-mighty”
“D’vay’kut,” bonding with G-d, is often thought of as being an exceedingly mystical and esoteric concept, far from the reach of the common folk. Yet it is achievable to those who are willing to emulate G-d’s deeds, embrace the sages and scholars, and heed the message of the Divine in sacred music.
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Va’etchanan 5775-2015
“Do Not Add...and Do Not Detract”
There are many unusual aspects to the fascinating and complex mitzvot of not adding and not detracting from the words of the Torah.
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Devarim 5775-2015
“Looking Through the Pain, Toward a Bright Future”
Despite having endured more than forty years of hardship and struggle, and having every reason to be angry and bitter, Moses, nevertheless, conveys an inspiring message of hope to the new and future generations of Israel.
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Matot-Masei 5775-2015
“The Noble Calling of the Levites: Serving as an Exemplar for the Jewish People”
How is it possible that the descendants of Levi, the murderous and violent son of Jacob, were chosen to serve as role models for all the tribes of Israel?
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