This episode is concerning Parsha Shmot, the first parsha in the book of the same name. Specifically, I wanted to look at how Moshe discounts his own abilities and doesn't believe in his ability to lead the Israelite people, and requests the Lo

Vayechi Part 1 - Yaakov's Blessing

Jan 8th, 2020 5m 10s

In the first recording regarding Parsha Vayechi, we look at the circumstances surrounding Jacob blessing Ephraim and Manasseh, Joseph's two sons. Jacob has Manasseh on his right and Ephraim on his left, but he crosses his arms during the blessi

Thoughts on 2019 Anti-Semitic Attacks

Jan 2nd, 2020 34s

My personal thoughts on the recent spate of attacks against Orthodox Jews in the New York area at the end of 2019. My heart goes out to all those who have been affected by these tragedies. However, we should not allow ourselves to feel like per

Vayigash Part 4 - The Cost of Business

Jan 1st, 2020 6m 53s

Part 4 of the discussion regarding Vayigash. This part discusses Joseph introducing his family to Pharoah, and how the Israelites prospered in the land of Egypt. We talk about the significance of bread as a foundational element to Judaism and t

Vayigash Part 3 - Seeing is Believing

Jan 1st, 2020 5m 9s

Part 3 of the discussion around Parsha Vayigash. We discuss Jacob hearing the news that Joseph is still alive, and the meeting between the two as father and son. Some points covered include leadership, certainty, faith, and others.

Vayigash Part 1 - Family and Perseverence

Jan 1st, 2020 6m 7s

The first part of my commentary on Parsha Vayishlach, particularly from Joseph's and Judah's arguments about what will happen with Benjamin, and Joseph revealing himself to the rest of his brothers. This is also the first ever podcast episode,

Vayigash Part 2 - Yaakov's Retinue and Numerology

Jan 1st, 2020 8m 36s

Part 2 of the discussion regarding Parsha Vayigash. This episode talks about the possible significance behind the number of descendents from each of Yaakov's four wives as they enter Egypt. Around the 3:30 mark, in talking about the number 8,

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