Parsha Insights

Sep 24 2024 7 ep. 14 mins 2

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Pointing out topics that need further discussion mentioned in the weekly Parsha.

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Episode 6 - Parshas Vayeilech: Are we Obligated to Write our own Personal Sefer Torah?

Sep 24 2024 22 mins

In this week’s Parsha we learn about the obligation of every Jew to write his own personal Sefer Torah. Quite shockingly though we never saw an effort in Jewish tradition to fulfill this biblical commandment! Find out why. (Likkutei sichos 24 p. 207)

Episode 5 - Parshas Ki Seitsei: “Do” vs. “Don’t!”

Sep 10 2024 17 mins

In this episode we discuss the rule that a positive commandment trumps a negative one. What’s more special about a positive commandment? Aren’t they equally important?

Episode 4 - Parsha Re’eh: Do not cook a goat in its mother’s milk.

Aug 25 2024 19 mins

What’s the problem with mixing milk and meat and why does it bother the Torah so much? Why does the Torah mention it three different times? Find out in this episode.

Episode 3 - Parshas Va’eschanan: The Oneness of G-D.

Aug 11 2024 16 mins

Many Jews have died with the famous words of “Shma Yisroel” on their lips. What’s the significance of this verse? Why is it so important? Find out in this episode.

Episode 2 - Parshas Matois: What’s the source for Toiveling Keilim?

Jul 29 2024 15 mins

Where does it say it in the Torah to toivel keilim bought from a non-Jew? Can my 12 year old toivel my keilim for me? Can I toivel my keilim on Shabbos? Find out in this episode.

Episode 1 - Parshas Balak: Was Zimri allowed to defend himself against Pinchas?

Jul 18 2024 10 mins

Delving into one aspect of the Pinchas and Zimri story. Was Pinchas considered a Roidef? If so was Zimri allowed to defend himself? And to what extent? Find out.

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