The Israeli Sore Spot (Parshat Shemot)
The Israeli Sore Spot (Parshat Shemot) Our smartest enemies know how to exploit our divisions. But that also means redemption is around the corner.

The Israeli Sore Spot (Parshat Shemot) Our smartest enemies know how to exploit our divisions. But that also means redemption is around the corner.
Torah Class - Parshat Shemot: Can You Blame People Only For Their Intentions? Moshe condemns Datan for only raising his hands, even before he hit Aviram. Why? Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - Parshat Vayechi: Looks Can Be Deceiving Judaism teaches us not to accept matters at face value, but to delve into their true meaning. What seems positive isn't always good for us. Click here for the class handout
What Makes A Favorite? Someone recently told me about his foray into keeping kosher. It was quite the experience, he said. But why did he cherish such a difficult task? (Parshat Vayigash)
Torah Class - Hei Tevet: The Trial & Victory - What It Means For Us Today.
Genesis: Removing Our Blindspot The hot question is: how did Israel miss the warning sign?. The answer might be right here in the parshah. (Parshat Mikeitz)
Proud And Not Afraid The more we are involved in Jewish life, the less worried we are about Anti-semitism. (Parshat Vayeshev & Chanukah)
The Speech That Echoed Throughout The World When the Alter Rebbe was released from prison, it ushered in an unprecedented level of growth for the Chassidic movement. The Jewish people seem to be on the cusp of a similar moment right now.
Torah Class - Chanukah: Why Chanukah? Moses dedicated the Mishkan, Solomon dedicated the First Temple, but only the Hasmonean rededication became a festival we celebrate until today. Why? Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - 19 Kislev: Self Diagnosis The haters' arguments can teach us what's important, what's true, and what needs improvement.
Torah Class - Parshat Vayeitzei: 238 Hostages – What Can I Do For Them? A fascinating lesson about physical captives, mental captivity, and the road to freedom. Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - Parshat Toldot: Showdown At A Bar Mitzvah A lifestyle of brute power vs. an educational path of faith and spirituality. A 13 year old boy takes on Og the Giant. Click here for the class handout
A Tale Of Two Brothers What is the core of the conflict, and what should we do about it? (Parshat Vayeira)
Torah Class - Parshat Chayei Sarah: The Importance Of Knowing What’s Important To You Do you know what is your purpose in life? How does this express itself in your order of priorities? A life lesson from Abraham and Sarah. Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - Parshat Vayeira: Altruism With Benefits H elping others and praying for others isn't self-sacrifice - it's a profitable investment! Click here for the class handout
A New Path At 75 When Abraham was seventy five years old, G-d spoke to him for the first time, setting him on a new path of connection to the Divine. What message could that have for a broken, devastated Israel? (Parshat Lech Lecha)
The Power Of Optimism (Parshat Noach)
Torah Class - Parshat Lech-lecha: War In Israel It is a difficult time for Jewish people. Israel is at war. What can we do to help? How can we deal with the fear and anxiety? And why is it so destructive to speak negatively about fellow Jews at this time? Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - Parshat Noach: Judging People The Right Way When are we to say the truth about people’s behavior? And what is the connection to our soul? A powerful lesson from Noach, Moshe and Rashi. Click here for the class handout
God’s Mission Statement (Parshat Bereishit)
Torah Class - Sukkot: What Arouses Joy? Why is Sukkot the most joyous holiday? Is it related to agriculture and economics or perhaps to our failures? The happiest Sukkot in Jewish history. Click here for the class handout
The Fatal Hubris (Yizkor-Yom Kippur) Before the Yom Kippur war, the Israeli government was very hubristic about their abilities. What changed? And what gave them the ability to ultimately win the war?
Diplomatic Immunity When the synagogue reaches Aleinu, everyone breathes a sigh of relief. How did it suddenly end up in middle of High Holiday Musaf? (Kol Nidrei/Yom Kippur)
The Secret For Good Memory The Holiday of Remembrance (Rosh Hashanah)
Torah Class - Tishrei: The Festive Journey The High Holiday season is a fascinating train ride with multiple stops at critical stations to accumulate the energy, guidance and inspiration we need for the year. Come along for the ride!
Thank You In Hebrew What’s the best language for it? (Parshat Ki Tavo)
Torah Class - Parshat Nitzavim-Vayelech: People Of The Book Who wrote the text of the Torah, and when was it dictated to millions of writers? The history of The Book. Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - 18 Elul: A Fiery Chariot To Heaven The events of the passings of Elijah the prophet and the Baal Shem Tov offer insights into their lives' purpose and mission Click here for the class handout
My mother's dream
Torah Class - Parshat Ki Teitzei: The Formative Years Elisha rebelled against G-d, but Rabbi Meir continued to study from him. How is this possible? A fascinating story with a critical lesson about children's education. Click here for the class handout