The Parsha Perspective – A Weekly Journey Through the Torah Dive deep into the weekly Torah portion and uncover practical, thought-provoking insights to elevate your daily life. Each episode explores the Parsha’s deeper meaning, connecting its lessons to faith, resilience, and personal growth. 📥 Download episode PDFs: ParshaPerspective.com 💬 Share your thoughts & comments: sholom@parshaperspective.com
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Friday Sep 06, 2024
Friday Sep 06, 2024
Parshas Shoftim, Justice Shapes Society
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha continues with Moshe's final address to the Jewish nation. He outlines the leadership structure for the Jewish nation.
We begin with the commandment of appointing judges and law officers to maintain peace and order in each city. Moshe then details specific laws for judges, prohibiting corruption and perversion of justice.
We find where judges and law enforcement should be situated in the city.
We learn how honesty, integrity and Holiness must permeate every aspect of our lives.
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Parshas Re’eh, Vision and Decision
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia, Edward Ben Efraim, and Shlomo Ben Edward, whose birthday is the 28th of Av. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing for their families.
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Our Parsha continues with Moshe's final address to the Jewish people, where he emphasizes that their actions will determine whether they receive blessings or curses.
If they follow G-d's commandments, they will be blessed, but defying these laws will bring G-d's anger upon them.
We find out what Moshe wanted the Jewish nation to see.
We learn the profound impact of our actions.
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Parshas Eikev, Destiny is in the Details
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
The Parsha Perspective is in memory of the Lubavitcher Rebbe's holy father, Reb Levi Yitzchak Schneerson. His Yahrzeit will be this Shabbos on the 20th of Av. He was an immense Torah scholar and Kabbalist who gave his life to preserving Judaism in Russia. In his honor, may we merit the coming of Moshiach and the ultimate Redemption!
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Our Parsha continues with Moshe's final address to the Jewish people. He tells them that if they follow the Torah's path and keep the Mitzvahs, they will be blessed above all peoples.
There won't be any challenge in defeating and conquering the land of Israel, for G-d will fight for them.
We find the conditions set forth by God to keep His Covenant alive.
We learn where the key to the truth lives.
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Parshas Veschanan, Words of Resilience
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Yakkov Ben Esther. May all those who need experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
This Shabbos is affectionately known as Shabbos Nachamu, the Shabbos of comforting. This name comes from this week’s Haftorah, the first of seven where G-d comforts us for our pain and suffering. The prophet Yeshayahu reassures us that G-d has not forgotten us, heaven forbid.
The Haftorah begins with Yeshayahu telling the Jewish nation, נחמו נחמו עמי יאמר אלקיכם - "Comfort, oh comfort My people, says your G-d." May we experience this comfort, reassurance, and the ultimate redemption speedily in our days.
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Our Parsha begins with Moshe Rabbeinu continuing his final address to the Jewish people.
He recounts how he begged G-d to let him enter the land of Israel and how G-d refused his request. Instead, he was instructed to climb a mountain where he would see the land from afar.
We find out when Moshe Rabbeinu prayed to enter the land of Israel.
We learn the prayer to not stumble or hesitate when defending and proclaiming God's Oneness.
Thursday Aug 08, 2024
Thursday Aug 08, 2024
Parshas Devarim: On G-d's Path
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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This Shabbos has a unique name, "Shabbos Chazon - the Shabbos of vision." We read a special Haftorah beginning with the words "Chazon Yeshayahu - the vision of Yeshayahu."
Yeshayahu prophesied both punishments for rebellion against G-d and the ultimate redemption with the coming of Moshiach!
Our Parsha begins the last book of the Torah, Sefer Devarim. With just 37 days left to live, Moshe gathers the nation for his final address. He rebukes them for their past misdeeds and lack of trust in G-d.
We find how God prepared the path for the Jewish people.
We learn who fights our wars when we are following God's path!
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Parshas Matos & Massei, respect and faith
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parshas begins with Moshe teaching the leaders of each tribe many laws concerning oaths and promises. He teaches them how to make and annul a vow and under which circumstances a person can cancel a vow made by another.
G-d then instructs Moshe to retaliate against Midian for sending their women into the Jewish camps to sin. Moshe gathered one thousand soldiers from each tribe and appointed Pinchas to lead the attack against Midian.
We find out the special dispensation from the normal rules of inheritance for the daughters of Tzelafchad.
We learn the lengths we must go and the distance we must travel to make our community whole once again.
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Thursday Jul 25, 2024
Parsha Pinchas: Strength and Serenity
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in memory of my grandfather, Rav Yeudah Ben Aaron, Shlomo Ben Edward, Edward Ben Efraim, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha has the story of Pinchas, the grandchild of Aaron, receiving a reward for killing Zimri, the head of the tribe of Shimon. Zimri was publicly consorting with a Midianite princess, so Pinchas took a spear and ended both of their lives.
We find what prerequisites Moshe Rabbeinu had for his successor.
We learn what it means to be a warrior and scholar.
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Parshas Balak: Choices and Blessings
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
This week's Parsha Perspective is in memory of my grandfather, Rav Yeudah Ben Aaron, Shlomo Ben Edward, Edward Ben Efraim, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
This week's Parsha Perspective is in the merit of the holy Ohr Hachaim, Rav Chaim Ibn Attar, a commentay I use frequently. His Yahrzeit, the anniversary of his passing, is on the 15th of Tammuz, this upcoming Sunday.
The release date of this episode is the 12th of Tammuz, which marks the birthday and release from prison of the previous Rebbe, Rav Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn, the sixth Chabad Rebbe. Born in 1880, the Rebbe, known as the Rayyatz, led with courage and dedication, keeping Judaism alive during dark times.
In 1940, he came to America and founded a Yeshiva, declaring, "Amerike iz nit andersh - America is no different." His legacy lives on through his passion, care for every Jew, and dedication to G-d, magnified by his son-in-law, our Rebbe.
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Our Parsha tells us the story of Balak and Balaam. Balak, the king of Moav, was worried about his upcoming battle with the Jewish people.
Moshe and the Jewish nation had just won their wars with the powerful countries of Emor and Bashon.
So Balak recruited Balaam, the famous non-Jewish prophet, to curse the Jewish people and hopefully defeat the Jewish nation in battle.
We find out what made Balak afraid.
We learn the significance of each choice we make.
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Parshas Chukas, Purity and Purpose
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha begins with Moshe teaching the intricate laws of the Parah Adumah - the Red Heifer. The Parah Adumah is a red cow that was never used and is slaughtered as an offering.
Then, it is burnt, and its ashes are used to rectify the most severe of ritual impurities, Tum'as Mes, an impurity contracted through interacting with a human corpse.
We find the difference between a home and a tent.
We learn about our mission and purpose in this temporary world.
Thursday Jul 04, 2024
Thursday Jul 04, 2024
Parshas Korach, you are light
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Pesha Henna bas Yitta Gittel. May all those who need experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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This upcoming Tuesday is the third of Tammuz, which marks thirty years since the passing of the Lubavitcher Rebbe—Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson. Traditionally, this is a day for reflection, re-commitment, and positive action.
Our Parsha has the story of the Korach rebellion. Korach was a rich and influential man from the tribe of Levi. Together with a few ringleaders, he gathered 250 men and accused Moshe and Aaron of nepotism and power hoarding.
We find out what made the Jewish nation afraid of going near the Mishkan.
We learn about the ebbs and flows of God's light as He matches our actions.
Have a meaningful Shabbos and inspirational Gimmel Tammuz.
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Parshas Shelach, Envision the Promise
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna. May all those who need experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha has the story of the spies reconnaissance of Israel. The Jewish people lacked faith in what G-d had told them about the land, so they asked Moshe if they could send spies to study Israel and report back their findings.
We find the connection between the spies exploration of the land and the Mitzvah of Tzitzis.
We learn about the vision we must have for our future to prosper!
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Parshas Behaalosecha, embracing the mission
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Pesha Henna bas Yitta Gittel. May all those who need experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha starts with G-d telling Moshe that Aaron's job is to light the Menorah daily in the Mishkan (the Tabernacle).
G-d then gave Moshe the instructions for how the tribe of Levi had to purify themselves before working in the Mishkan. They had to remove all their body hair, be sprinkled with ashes, and bring two special sacrifices.
We find out why the Leviim had to separate from the nation to begin the purification process.
We learn how to define our place in God's preordained plan for the universe.
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Parsha Bamidbar & Shavous, Angels on Earth
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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We begin Sefer of Bamidbar with the story as we left it at the end of Sefer Shemos. The Jewish people traveled from Egypt to Mt. Sinai, where they received the Torah and committed the sin of the Golden Calf.
Our Parsha begins with G-d commanding Moshe to count every Jewish man from the ages of 20 to 60.
We find out the unique method Moshe Rabbeinu was commanded to use to count the Jewish people.
We learn the status of the Jewish people as they received the Torah.
Have a joyous Shavous!
Thursday May 30, 2024
Thursday May 30, 2024
Parsha Bechukosai, Heaven to Earth
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha ends Sefer Vayikra, the third book of the Torah. We begin with the incredible blessings we will receive for doing mitzvahs with dedication and enthusiasm.
We find some of the rewards for following in G-d's path.
We learn the dedication and commitment G-d has for His chosen people.
Thursday May 23, 2024
Thursday May 23, 2024
Parshas Behar & Lag B'Omer, Rest and Renewal
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha begins with an overview of the laws of Shemitah and Yovel.
Shemitah is a seven-year cycle in which we may farm the land for six years; however, we must let the land rest in the seventh year.
We find out the laws of Shemitah.
We learn the true status of the land of Israel.
Thursday May 16, 2024
Thursday May 16, 2024
Parshas Emor, Legacy of Holiness
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha begins with the law that is applicable to this very day, the commandment that a Kohen must remain Tahor—ritually pure—at all times.
A Kohen may not come in contact with a human corpse or attend funerals, with one exception.
We find out why the Torah repeats who is designated to serve in the Mishkan.
We learn how we continue the Legacy of those who came before us.
Thursday May 09, 2024
Thursday May 09, 2024
Parshas Kedoshim, justice for all
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha begins with the statement: "You shall be holy, for I, the Lord your G‑d, am holy."
This declaration is followed by many Mitzvahs, charity, Shabbos, morality, honesty in business, honoring and showing awe to one's parents.
There are 51 Mitzvahs in our Torah Portion, 13 positive and 38 negative commandments.
We find out about the commandment to judge everyone fairly.
We learn the true purpose behind this important and necessary Mitzvah.
Sunday Apr 21, 2024
Sunday Apr 21, 2024
The Pesach Perspective, Legacy of Liberation
The Pesach Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Pesach Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
The Pesach Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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We are about to celebrate Pesach, the holiday of freedom. We meticulously clean our homes, eat the ancient and spiritual bread of Matzah, and drink four cups of wine to honor our liberation.
Unfortunately, with hostages still in captivity, the Exodus narrative becomes starkly relevant.
We learn how to celebrate Pesach with such pain in the present moment.
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Thursday Apr 18, 2024
Parsha Metzora, Redemption Through Unity
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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The release date of this episode coincides with the birthday of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson. With immense dedication, the Rebbe set out to rebuild the Jewish Nation after the Holocaust, which had nearly shattered world Jewry.
The Rebbe sent Shluchim, emissaries across the globe to revitalize and reinvigorate the Jewish people. Today, his emissaries are in over 1,000 cities in 100 countries and in all 50 US States, totaling more than 4,000 institutions worldwide.
Our Parsha begins with the rigorous purification process a person must undergo after their Tzara'as - leprosy is pronounced healed by a Cohen.
We find what the Cohen must do to help the purification process of a Metzora.
We learn how we must actively participate in hastening the ultimate redemption!
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Parshas Tazria, Speech and Destiny
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha discusses the intricate laws of Tzara'as, a skin discoloration.
Since Tzara'as is understood as a physical manifestation of spiritual transgression, it renders the person who receives it ritually impure.
We find why the Torah uses an uncommon to introduce the intricate laws of Tzara'as.
We learn the distinctive connection between our speech and destiny.
Friday Apr 05, 2024
Friday Apr 05, 2024
Parshas Shemini, Bridging the Divide
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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The release date of this episode coincides with the birthday of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka on the 25th of Adar. A beacon of modesty, her legacy exemplifies the profound influence of inner strength and the power of subtle impact. May her life inspire us all to seek strength from within and live a life of purpose and dedication.
Our Parsha begins as Aaron and his sons are officiated as Kohanim in the Mishkan on the eighth day of its inauguration.
G-d's fire consumed the sacrifices they had brought, signaling that the divine presence was in the Mishkan.
We find the mistake made with the sin offering.
We learn the empathy and understanding necessary when dealing with our people worldwide.
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Fast to Feast, the Purim Perspective!
The Purim Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Purim Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and Hinda Bas Udl, may they have a speedy and complete recovery.
The Purim Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
The Purim Perspective is in honor of the health of the mind, body and soul of Yakkov Ben Yehudis and the success of Naftoli Ben Yehudis.
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The release of this episode coincides with Taanis Esther—the Fast of Esther—as we quickly approach the joyous holiday of Purim.
Interestingly, Taanis Esther is unique and differs from other fast days, as demonstrated by this year's schedule that highlights its singularity.
We learn the uniqueness of Taanis Esther and it's uniqueness in our post Oct 7th world!
Happy Purim!
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Parshas Pekudei, Sanctuary Beyond Structure
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha begins with Moshe making an accounting of all the gold, silver, and copper that the Jewish nation donated toward the building of the Mishkan.
The two foremen in charge of its construction, Betzalel and Aliyev, brought all the completed components to Moshe for inspection.
After reviewing each part, he consecrated them with special oil and placed them in their intended place.
He sprinkled his brother, Aaron Hakohen, and his four sons with the same oil to initiate them into the covenant of priesthood.
We find out the uniqueness of the Mishkan over the Beis Hamikdash.
We learn the power of our actions as we speak toward the ultimate redemption!
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Parshas Vayakhel, Commanded to Unite
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha begins with Moshe descending from Mt. Sinai with the second pair of Luchos. He gathered the Jewish nation to teach them the intricate laws of constructing the Mishkan.
We find out why the Jewish nation was assembled the day after Moshe Rabbeinu came down from Mt. Sinai.
We learn the necessity of unity, especially in the face of adversity.
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Parshas Ki Tisa, we need You
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha tells us the story of perhaps the biggest lapse of judgment in our history.
A sin that caused G-d to want to destroy that generation and begin anew. A transgression thousands of people died from and is felt till this very day, the sin of the Golden Calf.
We find what Moshe did after attaining forgiveness for the Jewish people.
We learn the depth of our connection with G-d despite our many sins and mistakes.
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Parshas Tetzaveh, skipping through the gates
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha continues to speak about the building and service of the Mishkan. G-d tells Moshe that only the purest of olive oils can be used for the daily kindling of the Menorah.
G-d appoints Aaron and his sons to serve as Kohanim in the Mishkan on behalf of the Jewish people.
We find out the requirements for a Kohen to work in the Mishkan.
We learn the purpose of the golden bells on the bottom of the robe of the Kohen Gadol.
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Parshas Terumah, the space we create
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers.
May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha begins with G-d instructing Moshe to solicit donations from the Jewish people for constructing the Mishkan, a sanctuary for G-d.
They were asked to donate precious stones, gold, silver, and copper, as well as specialty red, blue, and purple wool, linen, animal skins, and acacia wood.
We find out the condition to contribute and donate to the building of the Mishkan.
We learn the importance of space for ourselves and others in growth and development.
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Parshas Mishpatim, time to grow
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of our homeland, Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies.
May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza from harm and return them immediately.
May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack.
May G-d grant a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
This week's Parsha Perspective is dedicated by Yoram and Yael Cohen in honor of the birth of their grandson to Moshe and Ohr Miriam Pershin. May they merit to raise him with health and happiness in the ways of Torah and Mitzvahs!
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Our Parsha begins with G-d giving Moshe and the Jewish nation fifty-three new practical commandments.
The laws regarding the treatment of slaves, personal injury, murder, and the requirements of a person who is a guardian of another's property.
The commandment to see the Beis Hamikdash three times a year, the laws of Shemitah, sacrifices, and returning a lost object.
We find out what an Eved Evri must do to stay with his master after his initial years are completed.
We learn the purpose of the initial years of Slavery for the Eved Evri.
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
Parshas Yisro, the most capable leader
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of our homeland, Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies.
May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza from harm and return them immediately.
May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack.
May G-d grant a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
This week's episode is in honor of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka, the wife of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. The Rebbetzin's Yahrtzeit is on the 22nd of Shevet, the release date of this episode.
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Our Parsha has the Aseres Hadibros, the Ten Commandments, making it one of the most significant portions of the Torah. G-d came down to the mountain and said the Ten Commandments, confirming that we are His chosen nation.
We found out what Yisro told Moshe.
We learn the real characteristics of a leader.
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Parshas Beshalach, progress and growth
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of our homeland, Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies.
May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza from harm and return them immediately.
May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack.
May G-d grant a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack.
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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The release date of this episode coincides with Tu B’Shvat, the 15th of Shevat, the new year for trees.
This Shabbos is called Shabbos Shira, the Shabbos of Praise, in honor of the special song the Jewish nation sang to G-d for the miraculous salvation.
Our Parsha begins with Pharaoh regretting his decision to free the Jewish nation; he decides to chase after them and finish his Jewish problem.
We find what the Jewish people sang after God split the sea Reeds.
We learn the steps necessary to take advantage of the opportunities G-d places before us.