KMTT - the Torah Podcast (Rabbanei Yeshivat Har Etzion)

Parshat Devarim - The Sin of the Spies, the Sin of the Nation and Moshe's Punishment, written by Rav Amnon Bazak

Rabbenu Yonah's Four Kitot 7: Rounding Out R. Yonah's Liars, by Rav Gidon Rothstein

Liars with no specific profit, what they do wrong, with some exceptions, starting a discussion of where truth is necessary and where it can be bent.

From our Siddur to the Seder 4: Remembering the Exodus, Once a Year or Once a Day, by Rav Menachem Leibtag

The thematic background for why the primary goal of our yearly celebration of the Exodus, is to enhance the practical meaning of our daily mention of the Exodus when we recite the shema in the morning and evening.

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Parshat Yitro, The Waters of Sinai, written by Rav Chanoch Waxman

She'elot uTeshuvot 18-19 Century #23, by Rav Binyamin Tabory - Ktav Sofer

Thoughts for Tisha BeAv 5783, in Light of Current Events here in Israel, by Rav Moshe Taragin

The Weekly Mitzva - Bamidbar, One Who steals Utensils From the Temple, by Rav Yair Kahn

The shiur deals with those unique cases in which zealots are permitted to attack violators.

5773-191 But WHY didn't Ahab kill Ben-Haddad? (1 Kings 20), by Rav Gad Dishi

This shiur was given during the 2013 Tanakh Study Days at Herzog College / Yeshivat Har Etzion.

R. Yitzchok Isaac Tendler - 19 Adar 5740, by Rav Binyamin Tabory, originally given for Parshat Ki Tisa 5768

Hespedim for Harav Aharon Lichtenstein ztl - Ohab Zedek

by Rabbi Yosef Blau, Rabbi Nati Helfgot and Rabbi Dr. David Berger

Why is Daniel the Secret Hero of Purim? Special sicha for Purim 5779, by Rav Moshe Taragin

Tisha BeAv | Why Were the Keruvim Hugging at the Time of the Churban? by Rav Dovid Gottlieb

The Romans couldn't understand why they found the keruvim in a loving embrace when they destroyed the Beit HaMikdash. As a result they ridiculed us for this seemingly base display of affection.  How do WE understand this phenomenon? 
What should we know that they were missing? A number of new approaches to understand the symbolism of the keruvim's embrace at the time of the churban: Hashem's enduring love of the Jewish people, Hashem comforting us - and us comforting Him, advice about the need to be active, mindful and serious about Yiddishkeit in galut.

Parshat Behar, by Rav Alex Israel - Shemitta

Rosh Hashana 5776 Greeting 2, by Rabbanit Esti Rozenberg, Rosh Beit HaMidrash LeNashim Migdal Oz

Tetzaveh | B'nei Yisrael's Presence in the Mishkan, by Rav Yitzchak Etshalom

The first two pesukim in Parashat Tetzaveh - the last two in chapter 27 of Shemot - seem to be out of place and are repeated, nearly verbatim, in Vayikra 24. A reexamination of what is stated and what is NOT stated in this passage sheds light on the symbolism of the contribution of Bnei Yisrael to the light and the association with Maamad Har Sinai.

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Parshat Noach, Unity and Individualism, written by Rav Ezra Bick

Vayigash | Of Farmers and Ranchers, by Rav Yitzchak Etshalom

In the Egyptian narratives, there are several references to תועבת מצרים For Egyptians to break bread with Hebrews is considered an "abomination", as well as the status of shepherds - and the sheep themselves are called that by Moshe. What is the "abomination" here and what is behind it? We survey the approaches of the Rishonim and, building on the proposals of ibn Ezra and Radak, propose a novel explanation.

Parshat Zachor, by Rav Alex Israel - The Amorality of Amalek

Topics in Practical Halakha #12, Kitniyot on Pesach, by Rav Mordechai Friedman

Sichot Harav Aharon Lichtenstein #6, Eretz Yisrael Kahal Yisrael Part 1

BRAND NEW SERIES, Rabbenu Yonah's Four Kitot - How Not to Lose the Divine Presence by Rav Gidon Rothstein

This is Week One, The Four Groups who do not Greet the Divine. This shiur will lay out the broad parameters of four groups the Gemara says will not merit the Divine Presence, and the meaning of that consequence.

R. Naftali of Ropshitz_11 Iyar 5587, by Rav Binyamin Tabory, originally given for Parshat Emor 5768

The Process of Pesak Halacha 33: The Limits of Shaat HaDechak: The Case of Kevod HaBeriyot, by Rav Jonathan Ziring

What is the nature of the dispensation of "human dignity"? What can its limits teach us about the nature of halachic reasoning?

Yom Kippur 5785 | Looking Back At Past Redemptions, by Rav Moshe Taragin

To better navigate the current historical moment

Parashat Vayakhel-Pekudei with Rav Dovid Gottlieb

#1 - Classical Commentators - The Torah's Approach to Beauty
#2 - Modern Commentators - "Seeing" Our Life Mission - An Amazing Insight from R. Moshe Feinstein
#3 - Midrash - Betzalel's Wisdom - Practical and Principled
#4 - Sparks of Mussar - Do We Really Miss the Mikdash?
#5 - Halacha from the Parsha - Shabbos Invitations for non-Religious Guests
#6 - Can There Be "Too Much of a Good Thing" in Avodas Hashem? A Remarkable Teaching from the Sefas Emes
#7 - Contemporary Commentators - Why Did they Suspect Moshe of Stealing? A Powerful Insight from the Oznayim L'Torah

Am Levadad Yishkon #10, “Sinai: The Foundational Moment,” by Rav Asher Haber

After a lengthy period of slavery and suffering in Egypt, the moment had finally arrived: Am Yisrael was redeemed from bondage, and headed for the Promised Land.  However, even before the process began, Moshe Rabbeinu was informed that there was a more immediate destination, something they would need to do before entering the Land.  First, they need to “serve God” on Mount Sinai.  What was to happen there, and why was it necessary?

Pirkei Avot #06, by Rav Moshe Taragin - Chapter 6 Mishna 7 - Torah is Life

7 Days of Selichot #7, by Rav Moshe Taragin  Erev Rosh Hashana - Rabenu Sa'adia Gaon's Tefilla

Positive Mitzvot of Shabbat 02: Personal Involvement in Shabbat Preparations, by Rav Dovid Gottlieb

The importance of preparing for Shabbat - in the form of personal involvement and financial commitment. Bonus: Is it a mitzva to taste the food on Erev Shabbat?

Ramban on the Torah | 5785 | 01 | Noach, by Rav Eli Weber

Did Hashem give up on humanity? Was Noach a tzadik? What does it mean that Hashem remembers?

Torah and Theology #03, by Rav Ezra Bick - Actions and Character

Parshat Va'era - I Shall Harden Pharaoh's Heart, written by Harav Yaakov Medan

What does it mean when God "hardens the heart" of a sinner in the Tanakh - as He did to Pharaoh in Egypt - and how can a person be held accountable for his sins in such a case?

Makkot Mitzrayim #9, by Rav Moshe Taragin - Choshech - The Dark Side!! What were the religious messages of Choshech? Is darkness really associated with evil? 

Appreciating the Beauty of Yerushalayim, special shiur, english adaptation of hebrew drasha given on Yom Yerushalayim 5782, by Rav Dovid Gottlieb

Rabbenu Yonah's Four Kitot 19: Unrefined Speech and Complaining Too Much, by Rav Gidon Rothstein

The last two categories of negative speech, nivul peh and nirgan, speaking in unrefined and low-class ways, and complaining too much about life, not seeing the good in it.

Ramban on the Torah | 53 | Matot-Masei, by Rav Eli Weber

What is the place of Nedarim in Jewish life? What were Shevet Gad and Shevet Reuven asking for? What is the meaning of Yishuv Eretz Israel?

Parshat Ve-zot Ha-berakha - The Blessing, the King and the Torah of Moshe, written by Rav Chanoch Waxman

From Redemption to Consolation: Between Pesach and 9BeAv. Our Best Strategies for Bi'at Ha-Go'el.

#12 The Lessons in Finding the Reason for Jerusalem's Destruction, by Rav Gidon Rothstein

A plethora of reasons for Jerusalem's destruction, and their lessons for finding our way to consolation.

Pinchas | "And Their Libations", by Rav Yitzchak Etshalom

Why are the libations and grain offerings (נסכים ומנחות) repeated with each korban in our parasha?

Parashat Pinchas is known for its presentation of the "Mikdash-Calendar", i.e. the listing of Korbanot to be brought daily, every Shabbat, Rosh Chodesh and on Moadim in the Mikdash. However, in spite of the already presented laws of the grain+oil offerings (מנחות) and wine libations (נסכים) that are to accompany most Korbanot, these are spelled out and repeated in each section in our presentation. We explore the dual nature of these Parashot - one standard and one unique - and suggest that the "surprising" perspective may hold the key to these seemingly needless repetitions. This shiur was given on the occasion of Rav Etshalom's father's 25th yahrzeit: לע"נ אבי מורי הרב אשר אהרן בן אברהם בנימין ז"ל - may his memory always be an inspiration.

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48 Kinyanei Torah 13, Emunat Chachamim and Kaballat Yissurin, by Rav Dovid Gottlieb

What is Emunat Chachamim and how does it impact Torah study? 

Are yissurin - challenges and suffering - inherently beneficial or is it the kaballah - the attitude and reaction we have to suffering - which is the catalyst to growth?

Chayei Sara | What's The Matter With Canaanite Girls? by Rav Yitzchak Etshalom

When Avraham's days are nigh, he summons his chief slave and administers an oath that he not take a Canaanite girl as a wife for Yitzhak - "from the Canaanites among whom I reside". This motif reappears - perhaps - when Esav marries two Hittite women and again when Yehudah (possibly) marries a Canaanite girl. By looking at all of these sources along with the mention of a Canaanite woman bearing a son to Shimon, we survey the proposed explanations for Avraham's directive and if (and how) it impacted on his progeny. We propose a surprising take, which is anchored in the Rishonim, that the problem with the Canaanites was not inherent in their status nor in their behavior, rather in their location "in whose midst I reside".

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Shemot | The Roots of Subjugation, by Rav Yitzchak Etshalom

The opening chapter of Shemot details the oppression, mandated infanticide and overall enslavement of Bnei Yisrael under the thumb of Egyptian rule. After a brief introduction in which we discuss the nature and causality and its inherent multi-layered reality, we observe several linguistic nuances in this opening chapter which seem to point to a connection between these horrors and the narratives of Yoseph as a brother as well as Yoseph as an Egyptian viceroy. The literary structure of the passage (1:15-22) is then presented, as an argument towards seeing an overt as well as covert cause behind the servitude and related decrees.

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Parshat Matot - Masei, Moshe and Midyan, written by Rav Ezra Bick

Parashat Vayetze with Rav Dovid Gottlieb

#1 - Classical Commentators - Did Yaakov Really Place a Condition on His Commitment to Hashem?
#2 - Contemporary Commentators - Torah Study as the Foundation of our Professional Lives
#3 - Sparks of Musar - Yaakov's Dream and The Limitless Capacity for Human Greatness
#4 - Midrash - Appreciating Greatness

Purim | An Halakhic Overview by Rav Dovid Gottlieb, shiur given to the weekly women's group in Kehilat Ha'Ela

The Inner Beauty of Chanukah, shiur by Rav Dovid Gottlieb, part 1 of a 2-part series on Chanukah, given to the weekly women's group in Kehilat Ha'Ela

Parshat Miketz, Of Bags and Brothers, shiur written by Rav Chanoch Waxman

Parshat Vaera, by Rav Alex Israel - God's Power

Shemita's Inner Message #10, Three Foundations of Shemita, by Rav Binyamin Zimmerman

Special | Thoughts about the "Trial of Israel" in The Hague, by Rav Moshe Taragin

As we stand "on trial" in The Hague we are literally living through a prophecy. Fortunately, we know how it ends.

Shemot | The Mystery Behind Moshe's Name, by Rav Yitzchak Etshalom

Is "Moshe" a Hebrew name or an Egyptian name?

We explore the first 10 verses of Shemot 2, detailing the birth of the baby who would prove to be the agent of salvation - his being hidden in the reeds of the Nile, the role of his sister and the princess in saving him and his naming. We review the passage carefully, noting each unusual twist in the text, including unexpected additions and surprising omissions from the story. Along with numerous methodological parenthetic observations, we analyze the Egyptian and/or Hebrew meaning of the name of this baby who ultimately leads Bnei Yisrael from Egypt to Sinai to the east banks of the Jordan. This shiur was given in memory of החבר יחיאל at the Young Israel of Hollywood.

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Topics in Practical Halakha #10 Shabbat Zachor and Purim, by Rav Mordechai Friedman

Understanding Minhagim #11, by Rav Binyamin Tabory - Kiddush at night and during the day (continued)

Am Levadad Yishkon #11 – “Mamlechet Kohanim v’Goy Kadosh – Part One” by Rav Asher Haber

What does it mean that we are meant to be a “Kingdom of Kohanim”?   What’s a Kohen, and how are we to fill this role?  And what does it mean specifically to be a “Kingdom”?  The answer involves new insights into the role of Am Yisrael in the world, and a new understanding of what the Torah is.

Acharei Mot | Vayikra 17: Mishkan to Machaneh, by Rav Yitzchak Etshalom

The pivot from cleansing to sanctity.

Parashat Acharei Mot is made up of 3 segments; the first is a conclusion to the "Torat haMishkan", as it prescribes how to cleanse the Mishkan of impurities; the final segment opens up the "Torat haMachaneh", detailing how to infuse sanctity into our mundane spheres of life. The middle section, which contains five commands, seems to be both out of place and internally contradictory, presenting laws that are apparently temporary yet declaring them to be חקת עולם - a permanent rule. In this shiur, we examine ויקרא יז and present an argument for its sequence and location.

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Pirkei Avot 5 - The Reward for a Mitzva is a Mitzva - Really? (Avot 4:2), by Rav Dovid Gottlieb

In what way is a mitzva the reward for doing a mitzva? And how does that relate to the idea of "mitzva goreret mitzva"?

Parshat Ki Tisa, written by Rav Ezra Bick

The series of interactions between God and Moshe in the aftermath of the sin of the golden calf can be difficult to follow and understand. By examining these interactions, we arrive at a fascinating insight into Moshe's ability to achieve forgiveness from God on behalf of the people of Israel.

Ramban on the Torah | 5785 | 03 | Vayera, by Rav Eli Weber

Why was Sedom punished? What does this have to do with Pilegesh BaGiv'a? What is the point of the Akeda?

Parshat Haazinu, Shira, shiur written by Rav Ezra Bick

The song of Ha'azinu is unique for a variety of reasons - both in the context of the narrative of Sefer Devarim and compared to other examples of shira in the Torah. By analyzing the content and character of Ha'azinu, how can we come to understand the true purpose of this memorable song?

Parshat Vayetze - The Covenant of Separation, written by Rav Ezra Bick

The covenant that Ya'akov and Lavan forge over the pile of stones is highly unusual in many ways. What is the meaning of this covenant, and what can it teach us about the nature of Ya'akov's continuing journey?

Gedola Teshuva #1, by Rav Ezra Bick

Explaining the Wisdom of Harav Yehuda Amital zt"l (Part 18), by Rav Moshe Taragin

In light of the recent publication of the sefer לעולם יהא אדם, מתורותיו של הרב יהודה עמיטל, Rav Taragin discusses with his talmidim many of the issues brought up in his rebbe's sichot:

Honesty, Humility and Integrity; The Search for "Emmet"; Avoiding Exhibitionist Frumkeit; Deluxe "Marror"; Don't Become an Onion; Children Can Discern Authenticity 

Chanuka, Bein Mizrach leMaarav, by Rav Yitzchak Etshalom

The famous Beraita which details the various standards of fulfillment of the Mitzva of Ner Chanuka (BT Shabbat 21b) is, on careful inspection, challenging and replete with both inherent and contextual difficulties. A careful examination of other relevant sugyot relating to מצות הדלקת נר חנוכה reveal that there was an essential difference in both practice and approach to this Mitzva between the Bavli practice and that maintained in Eretz Yisrael. By carefully reexamining that popular Beraita, we can discern a "Bavli layer" and an "Eretz Yisrael" layer which, once successfully woven together, present us with the unified hierarchy of practices. This shiur was given in memory of Mrs. Evelyn Graber z"l

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Watching the Super Bowl as a Religious Person, by Rav Moshe Taragin

Building a healthy relationship with sports

Rabbinic alumni assembled in this special zoom session to share memories and lessons from HaRav Amital zt"l , held July 14th, 2020, in advance of Harav Amital's 10th Yahrzeit.

Aging and the Aging Parent (2): Kibbud Av vaEim Dilemmas (1), by Rav Dovid Gottlieb

An halakhic shiur given on Oct 26, 2023 at Kehillat HaEla (Ramat Beit Shemesh). Taking care of a parent and what halakhot are entailed in that role reversal situation. Part 1. To what extent are we allowed to delegate those responsibilities?

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Our Classrooms, Our Sanctuaries - Making Learning Holy in the Modern Orthodox HS Classroom, Shiur by Mrs. Miriam Krupka Berger, chair of the Tanakh Department at the Ramaz Upper School in Manhattan, NY. This shiur took place at the Mishnat HaRAL Yom Iyun on the topic of Kedusha, April 29th, 2018, at the Lincoln Square Synagogue.

Parshat Re'eh - Atonement in Sefer Vayikra and in Sefer Devarim, shiur written by Rav Amnon Bazak

What is at the heart of the differences in perspective on the sacrificial offerings between Sefer Vayikra and Sefer Devarim, and what can this teach us about two distinct types of sanctity that the Torah presents?

Ramban on the Torah | 5785 | 07 | Vayishlach, by Rav Eli Weber

What do we need to do in response to a modern Esav? Were Shimon and Levi right? Why did Yaakov not bury Rachel in Chevron?

Parshat Bamidbar - The Cencus of the Leviim, written by Rav Yonatan Grossman

Positive Mitzvot of Shabbat 01, Zachor et Yom Ha'Shabat: How Do We "Remember" Shabbat During the Week? by Rav Dovid Gottlieb

We will discuss the various ways we are commanded to acknowledge and prepare for Shabbat throughout the week.

The Process of Pesak Halacha 10: Ruling Based on Previous Authorities, by Rav Jonathan Ziring

How does one determine which authorities to use for psak?  Does one count the number of poskim?  Look at their relative expertise?  Other factors?

Floods and Fertility: Contextualizing Bereishit 1-11, by Prof. Shalom E. Holtz. This shiur was given during the 2018 Tanakh Study Days at Herzog College / Yeshivat Har Etzion.

Hosted by Congregation Etz Chaim of Kew Gardens Hills, Motzaei Shabbat Vayakhel February 26, 2011. With Rav Amnon Bazak, David Landes and Rav Daniel Rhein

On Teshuva, Shiur #1, by Rav Moshe Aberman

She'elot uTeshuvot 18-19 Century #01, by Rav Binyamin Tabory - Rav Akiva Eiger

Parshat Beha'alotekha - Of Lusts and Laments, written by Rav Chanoch Waxman

 A Tale of Two Sedarim: From Bnei B'rak to Lod, by Rav Yitzchak Etshalom

Why wasn't R. Gamliel at the "Seder" in B'nei Brak? 

Although we envision the evening of the Seder as being focused on the story of יציאת מצרים, there is another theme which holds a position of honor in the evening's discussion - the laws of Korban haPesach. Just as the famous "Seder" in Bnei Brak involved 5 of our greatest sages engaged in the recounting of the story of the Exodus all night, the Tosefta tells of a "parallel" seder led by R. Gamliel, where the focus of discussion all night was הלכות (קרבן) הפסח. The significance of the Korban, although relegated to commemorative status after the destruction of the Mikdash, still has a significant impact on the nature of the evening. We explore the dispute among Tannaim - and, later - Rishonim - as to whether the Korban Pesach needed to be eaten before midnight or could be eaten until dawn as a reflection of different approaches to understanding the underlying reason for the Korban and, essentially, the nature of the celebration of this most powerful of sanctified feasts.

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Ramban On The Torah | 15 | Bereishit, by Rav Eli Weber

5773-189 The Biblical Roots of Midrashic 'Stories', by Rav Moshe Shulman

This shiur was given during the 2013 Tanakh Study Days at Herzog College / Yeshivat Har Etzion.

Am Levadad Yishkon #3, The Jewish Question, by Rav Alan Haber 

Parshat Haazinu, The Song of Haazinu, written by Rav Chanoch Waxman

Chanuka | The Evolution of a Berakha, by Rav Yitzchak Etshalom

What is the meaning of the phrase "bayamim hahem bazeman hazeh" - both in birkat hanisim and al hanisim?

The well-known and familiarly sung 2nd Berakha that accompanies the lighting of the Ner Chanuka is praise for God Who has wrought great miracles for our ancestors...בימים ההם בזמן הזה - "in those days at this time". These last four words were not always included in the berakha and in some versions, there was a conjuctive letter "vav" - בימים ההם ובזמן הזה that carries a different meaning. We trace the development of this berakha, propose its genesis and earliest sources and then, following the changes in wording, suggest that the earlier formulation reflected a distinct appreciation for the holiday of Chanuka (and much the same may be said about Purim). This shiur was given in memory of Mrs. Shirley Jungreis - שולמית בת משה העניך ז"ל.

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Explaining the Wisdom of Harav Yehuda Amital zt"l (Part 25), by Rav Moshe Taragin

In light of the recent publication of the sefer לעולם יהא אדם, מתורותיו של הרב יהודה עמיטל, Rav Taragin discusses with his talmidim many of the issues brought up in his rebbe's sichot:

The Five Pillars of How We Treat Non-Jews; Kiddush Hashem and Calibrating National Policies Based on the Response of Non-Jews; Redemption Depends on The Little Things

From our Siddur to the Seder 3: Ha Lachma Anya and the Jewish Home, by Rav Menachem Leibtag

The Biblical connection between the very first 'pesach' in Egypt and our own Seder, with a focus on the centrality of the Jewish home ["bayit"] in the very first commandment that Am Yisrael receives (in Shemot chapter 12).

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Are We Waiting for Mashiach or is He Waiting for Us? Two Models of Redemption, by Rav Alex Israel

This shiur was given during the 2019 Tanakh Study Days at Herzog College / Yeshivat Har Etzion.

She'elot uTeshuvot 18-19 Century #10, by Rav Binyamin Tabory - Rav Nathanson - Shoel uMeishiv - Part 2

She'elot uTeshuvot of Maran Harav Ovadia Yosef zt"l, shiur by Rav Binyamin Tabory. The shiur was originally given four years ago. Yehi zichro baruch.

Pre-Selichot Sicha Elul 5782, by Rav Eli Weber, given to the Overseas Talmidim Motzaei Shabbat Parashat Ki Tavo 5782. With a few minutes of nigunim both prior to and following the sicha.

Sichot Harav Aharon Lichtenstein #4, Torah and Politics Part 1

Can You Invite Non-Religious Guests for Shabbat or Yom Tov Meals?? by Rav Dovid Gottlieb

In the last shiur we saw 16! different possible mitzvot when relating to non-frum Jews. Today we will discuss invitations, especially relevant as we are coming upon the Pesach Seder. 

Most people have non-Orthodox relatives and/or co-workers - can you invite them for a Shabbat meal or to the Seder if you know that they will drive? What responsibility do we have for other people's sins?

Shir HaShirim | Understanding the Last 10 Pesukim, by Rav Moshe Taragin

Shiur given in the Tanakh Study Days 5782 of Herzog College

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Parshat Vayigash with Rav Dovid Gottlieb

#1 - Classical Commentators - Why is it so Important to Yosef that His Family Live in Goshen?
#2 - Contemporary Commentators - "All for One and One for All" - The Essence of Yosef
#3 - Midrash - The Dual Meaning of Yosef's Tears
#4 - Sparks of Chassidus - Appreciating Our Own Potential: The Greatest Motivation for Religious Growth
#5 - Halacha from the Parsha - Honoring Grandparents: Mitzvah or Mentchlichkeit?

Understanding Minhagim #29, by Rav Binyamin Tabory - Wedding Customs

Talmud Torah #13, by Rav Moshe Taragin - The Landscapes of Torah Part 2

Parshat Acharei Mot - The Yom Kippur Service, written by Rav Yair Kahn

During these challenging and uncertain times, a short inspirational lesson followed by the recitation of tehillim. 

We thank the OU for including our Rosh Yeshiva, Harav Mosheh Lichtenstein, in their Daily Tehillim and Chizuk Call; to join the daily call, click here >>

Parshat Toldot - Esav's Merit, written by Harav Yaakov Medan

Chazal's portrayal of Esav as a wicked murderer does not quite match the relatively mild description of Esav in the actual text of the Torah. How can we explain this discrepancy, and what does it mean for us today?

Am Levadad Yishkon #5: The Goal of Creation, by Rav Asher Haber