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Ha'azinu: Diversity of IsraelHa'azinu: Diversity of Israel
by Rabbi Chanan Morrison

A greater potential for internal strife.



Nitzavim: Israel Returns to G-dNitzavim: Israel Returns to G-d
by Yehuda HaKohen

The ancient Messianic drive.



Ki Savo: First of All ThingsKi Savo: First of All Things
by Daniel Pinner

Rejoicing in God's sovereignty.



Ki Seitzei: Miriam's PunishmentKi Seitzei: Miriam's Punishment
by Rabbi Chanan Morrison

We are reminded of Moses' unique prophecy.



Shoftim: A Fearless JudgeShoftim: A Fearless Judge
by Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Riskin

The most important criteria for a judge.



Re'eh: Feedback From the ProphetsRe'eh: Feedback From the Prophets
by Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Hersh Weinreb

Prophets offer the people constructive feedback.



Eikev: People and PeoplehoodEikev: People and Peoplehood
by Rabbi Dr Raymond Apple

Assimilating Jewish identity and assimilating out.



Va'etchanan: What is Prayer?Va'etchanan: What is Prayer?
by Rabbi Chanan Morrison

Prayer effects a change in us.



Devarim: Speaking and DoingDevarim: Speaking and Doing
by Rabbi Dr Raymond Apple

We need to be judicious.



Mattos-Masei: An Anchored JourneyMattos-Masei: An Anchored Journey
by Rabbi Lazer Gurkow

The message of the double Torah portion.



Pinchas: A Living HeritagePinchas: A Living Heritage
by Rabbi Lazer Gurkow

Lessons from the International Dateline.



Balak: Dunno' Much About HistoryBalak: Dunno' Much About History
by Dr. Aryeh Hirsch

A primer on Jewish history in this week's parsha.



Chukas: The Book of God's WarsChukas: The Book of God's Wars
by Rabbi Chanan Morrison

The conflict between Torah and foreign cultures.



Korach: Blessed is the DaughterKorach: Blessed is the Daughter
by Yehuda HaKohen

On the wisdom and determination of Jewish women.



Shelach: Believing is SeeingShelach: Believing is Seeing
by Rabbi S. Weiss

Developing 20/20 spiritual sight.



Beha'aloscha: Nearly 'High Nun'Beha'aloscha: Nearly 'High Nun'
by Rabbi S. Weiss

Bnei Yisrael stood at a great crossroads.



Shavuot: Making a ChoiceShavuot: Making a Choice
by Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Hersh Weinreb

Ruth provides a model.



Bamidbar: Becoming a HeroBamidbar: Becoming a Hero
by Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Hersh Weinreb

Achieving greatness requires time apart.



Behar-Bechukosai: On the PathBehar-Bechukosai: On the Path
by Rabbi Dr Raymond Apple

We are all confronted with heights to try to reach.



Emor: Fight Them With LoveEmor: Fight Them With Love
by Rabbi Lazer Gurkow

How sin highlights our strengths.



Acharei-Kedoshim: HolinessAcharei-Kedoshim: Holiness
by Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Riskin

Why the focus on sexuality?



Tazria-Metzora: True Jewish IdealismTazria-Metzora: True Jewish Idealism
by Yehuda HaKohen

Israel must return to a healthy Torah of idealism.



Shemini: Taking ActionShemini: Taking Action
by Rabbi Dr Raymond Apple

All actions should be weighed on God's scales.



Tzav: Clean Up After YourselfTzav: Clean Up After Yourself
by Pearl Borow

Detailed instructions for the cohen to keep tidy.



Vayikra: AwarenessVayikra:  Awareness
by Rabbi Dr Raymond Apple

A fascinating doctrine and a missing word.



HaChodesh: Being God's PartnerHaChodesh: Being God's Partner
by Daniel Pinner

'This month is yours to determine....'



Vayakhel-Pekudei: A Holy ConduitVayakhel-Pekudei: A Holy Conduit
by Shira Smiles

Getting our inner Mishkan ready to receive.



Ki Sisa: What the World Will SayKi Sisa: What the World Will Say
by Tova Rhein

Moshe's argument before G-d on behalf of Israel.



Zachor: It's Not Just VillainsZachor: It's Not Just Villains
by Rabbi S. Weiss

A brave fighter against the evil of terrorism.



Tetzaveh: A Perfect FitTetzaveh: A Perfect Fit
by Levi Chazen

The High Priest's garments were unlike any other.



Terumah: The Rule of TorahTerumah: The Rule of Torah
by Rabbi Jonathan Blass

The return of the Torah to its natural place.



Mishpatim: The Baby’s WorldMishpatim: The Baby’s World
by Rabbi Lazer Gurkow

Serving G-d simply because we must.



Yisro:  On the Ten CommandmentsYisro: On the Ten Commandments
by Rabbi Dr Raymond Apple

There are two subjects here - God and Man.



Beshalach: The Exodus and SongBeshalach: The Exodus and Song
by Rabbi Dr Raymond Apple

Celebrating Shabbat Shirah.



Bo: The Miracle of NatureBo: The Miracle of Nature
by Rabbi Lazer Gurkow

The spiritual significance of two calendars.



Va'eira: Leaders and ForefathersVa'eira: Leaders and Forefathers
by Rabbi Dr Raymond Apple

Our ancestors, old and new.



Shemos: The Fear of G-dShemos: The Fear of G-d
by Yehuda HaKohen

The most ancient of Hebrew traditions.



Vayechi: Israel's BountyVayechi: Israel's Bounty
by Carmi Horowitz

Is "halav udevash" really "milk and honey"?



Vayigash: Between Respect & FearVayigash: Between Respect & Fear
by Rabbi Dr Raymond Apple

On Joseph, Judah and Jacob.



Mikeitz: Evolution or Revolution?Mikeitz: Evolution or Revolution?
by Rabbi S. Weiss

Redemption, in the flash of an eye.



Vayeishev: Changing the WorldVayeishev: Changing the World
by Rabbi Lazer Gurkow

A simple action has far-reaching effects.



Vayishlach: Living in IsraelVayishlach: Living in Israel
by Sharona Margolin Halickman

“Secular Israeli” is really an oxymoron.



Vayeitzei: Money, Women and FaithVayeitzei: Money, Women and Faith
by Rabbi Dr Raymond Apple

Idealism, respect and a holy loss of faith.



Toldos: Tents and FieldsToldos: Tents and Fields
by Rabbi Dr Raymond Apple

Which Adam am I?



Chayei Sarah: Faith & SufferingChayei Sarah: Faith & Suffering
by Rabbi Lazer Gurkow

Does faith leave room for grief?



Vayeira: Sarah UnderstoodVayeira: Sarah Understood
by Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Riskin

Your essence lies in the Land of Israel.



Lech Lecha: Coming HomeLech Lecha: Coming Home
by David Magence

Your essence lies in the Land of Israel.



Noach: Seeds of LightNoach: Seeds of Light
by Rabbi Lazer Gurkow

The moment growth begins.



Bereishis: Titans, Men of RenownBereishis: Titans, Men of Renown
by Rabbi Chanan Morrison

They brought about the world's moral collapse.




 


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