In Psalm 27 we say, "One thing I have asked of the L-rd, this I seek: that I may dwell in the House of the L-rd all the days of my life, to behold the pleasantness of the L-rd and to visit in His Sanctuary." Why would we need to ask to visit if we are dwelling in the House of the Lord already? In this week's parsha, Nitzavim/Vayeilech Hashem tells us that He has placed before us life and death and to choose life. What is Hashem trying to teach us about the importance of being intentional in our ...
Sep 27, 2024•2 min
What can we learn from an upsherin? What does a relationship of reciprocity look like?
Sep 13, 2024•1 min
In this week's parsha Eikev Moshe continues to review the Jewish people's journey and tells them about the blessing and curses that they will experience. What can we learn from this and what is the importance of embracing who we are.
Aug 23, 2024•2 min
The Shabbos before Tisha B'Av is known has Shabbos Chazon. The Shabbos of vision. What can we learn about this with regards to our own potential?
Aug 09, 2024•2 min
What does it mean to be part of the elite? What does it mean to be a real leader? We can learn the answer to this from Pinchas and Moshe in this week's parsha.
Jul 26, 2024•2 min
In this week's parsha Chukas, introduces the idea of doing a commandment that doesn't make sense to us. What can we learn from this and how can we use it to develop our relationships?
Jul 12, 2024•2 min
In this week's Parsha, Korach has complaints about Moshe. What can we learn from the importance of looking inward instead of at others?
Jul 05, 2024•1 min
In Parshas Shelach Moshe sends spies and they give a negative review of the land. What can we learn from their interpretation of themselves and how others looked at them?
Jun 28, 2024•2 min
In this week's parsha Miriam speaks negatively about Moshe Rabbeinu's wife. How does Moshe react? How should we treat people who wrong us?
Jun 21, 2024•2 min
In this week's Parsha, Naso, a census is conducted. Also, each of the 12 tribes give a gift and although the gifts are the same the Torah gives a full description of each one. What can we learn from this?
Jun 14, 2024•2 min
Why was the Torah given in the desert? What do we gain from living a life filled with Torah & mitzvahs?
Jun 07, 2024•1 min
In this week's parsha, Bechukotai G-d tells the Jewish people that if they keep the commandments they will live a life of plenty. However, if they don't guard the Torah they will be lacking. What does this really mean and what can we learn about the importance of perspective ? What does it really mean to be rich?
May 31, 2024•2 min
This week's parsha, Behar, talks about the obligation to help others, specifically your own brother. Sometimes we have to change our perspective so that we can better see things as they really are.
May 24, 2024•2 min
This week we will be celebrating Pesach Sheini (second Passover) and we are also in the midst of counting Sefirat HaOmer. What can we learn from these two events about second chances and pushing through even when things aren't the way we want.
May 17, 2024•2 min
In this week's parsha, Kedoshim, G-d tells the Jewish people to be holy. The Jewish people are also given the commandment to love your fellow man as you love yourself. What can we learn from these two ideas and what influence does it have on our own lives?
May 10, 2024•1 min
The Shabbos after Pesach there is a custom to make 'shlissel' challah. Challah with a key baked inside it. What can we learn from this interesting tradition?
May 03, 2024•1 min
What can we learn from the death of Aaron's sons, Nadav and Avihu? What does it mean to love someone the way they want to be loved?
Apr 26, 2024•2 min
In this week's parsha, Metzora, we read how the Kohein purified the Metzora. What can we learn from this and what does it mean to really judge someone from head to toe.
Apr 19, 2024•2 min
In this week's parsha, Tazria, we read about the metzora. Someone who had to leave the community temporarily and what they have to do to be accepted back. What can we learn from this and what does it mean to be compassionate when someone feels as though they are on the outside looking in.
Apr 12, 2024•2 min
The parsha, Shemini, tells us that Aharon faced the tragedy of losing his sons with silence. Why would the Torah tell us this and what can we learn about the power of silence in healing.
Apr 05, 2024•1 min
In this week's parsha, Tzav, we are told that the altar must remain burning at all times. What can we learn from this for our own relationship with Judaism?
Mar 29, 2024•1 min
What does it mean when our Sages say that the Jewish people completed their acceptance of the Torah on Purim? Does earning something rather than receiving a gift really make a difference?
Mar 22, 2024•2 min
Sometimes taking a small walk and sharing a smile with another person is all they need.
Mar 15, 2024•57 sec
In this week's parsha the Torah tells us that a group of wise hearted artisans built the furnishings for the Mishkan. Why does it mention that they were wise hearted?
Mar 08, 2024•1 min
In this weeks Torah Portion, Ki Sisa, G-d threatens to wipe out the Jewish people and start a new nation from Moshe. How does Moshe have the courage to refuse this opportunity and to demand forgiveness for the Jewish people?
Mar 01, 2024•2 min
What can we learn from the commandment to have an everlasting flame? Even the flame of a candle, while providing light, flickers back and forth. This can teach us an important lesson in our daily lives.
Feb 23, 2024•2 min
In Parshas Terumah we are given specific detailed instructions on how to construct the mishkan. What can we learn from the fact that G-d was so detailed in His instructions and how can we cultivate greater connections with our friends, family, children, and spouse?
Feb 16, 2024•2 min
What is the difference between people that we will help no matter what is needed that those whom we would rather not help at all? It is all about the relationship!
Feb 09, 2024•1 min
In Parshat Yitro, Moshe's father in law, Yitro, makes the suggestion for Moshe to appoint judges to help him. What can we learn from the fact that even Moshe Rabbeinu needed help? Never be afraid to ask for help.
Feb 02, 2024•1 min
When the Jews left Egypt they had complaint after complaint. At what point do we look at life and decide that while it might be nice to have more, we are satisfied with our current situation?
Jan 26, 2024•1 min
