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One could explain that in the immediate aftermath they were too scared to criticize Moshe but that they were emboldened as things calmed down. However, the Netziv profoundly uses the observations to explain each other. There was a qualitative difference between Moshe’s opponents. Korach, Datan, and Aviram had completely evil intentions and scorned Moshe and Aharon. They were swallowed up and disappeared from the scene. In contrast, the 250 who joined them were excited by Korach’s idea to increase the ranks of those who would serve Hashem in the Mishkan. For this reason, says the Netziv, the utensils used in their improper and ill-fated offering of ketoret could be incorporated in the mizbe’ach. While they were punished, it was in the manner of Aharon’s sons, Nadav and Avihu. They were remembered in a way that prompted others to learn the lesson from their serious mistake.
Upon seeing the respect given to the 250, the people thought that Moshe should have stopped their activities in a manner that protected their lives. Why did Moshe instruct them to bring incense as a deadly test? They were not aware that this was a Heavenly decree.
One can ask on the Netziv’s approach from the mishna in Avot: "Any dispute that is not for Heaven’s sake will not last ... this is the dispute of Korach and his congregation." After all, the Netziv said that the congregation’s intentions were reasonable?
The mishna, which mentions Korach and his congregation separately, may have been hinting that there were different levels of machloket going on simultaneously. The Netziv does point out that the 250 allowed their egos to carry them away and forget the crucial fact that Moshe was the "father of all prophets." Thus, this element of their dispute was not for Heaven’s sake, and Hashem put an end to their position in the dispute. The positive element of their behavior, including sincere service of Hashem with the ketoret, was eternalized in the mizbe’ach. Regarding Korach, there was nothing positive to salvage
We can learn important lessons. Even quality people with good intentions must avoid getting carried away and sinning terribly. Inversely, even those who sin terribly may be good people who, after receiving atonement for their sins, can leave some positive impact.
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Shlach Lecha "Why So Many Don't Make Aliya?" - Parshat Shlach
This short article deals with the weird phenomena that every single time Am Yisrael is meant to enter the Land of Israel, throughout the Tanach, 2nd Temple and until today, they "chicken out" and look for excuses. What's the problem with this mitzvah that proves so challenging. The article, based on sources, suggests that the difficulties of Eretz Yisrael is precisely her secret and beauty!
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 4
The class deals with Islam and how the Muslim tries convincing the King of the Khazars, and why he was also rejected.
Beha'alotcha JEWISH STATE= GUIDE TO G-DLINESS & SELFLESSNESS
A Jewish State not only is a good idea, but educates us towards selflessness, altruism and G-dliness in our daily lives.
Ein Aya In Zion Even the Smoke of the Bark is Sweet
Just as Jewish nationalism is different from others, so too our capitol of Jerusalem is totally different than other national capitols. Rav Kook beautifully explains the passage in the Talmud that the trees of Yerushalayim were cinnamon trees.
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 3
The second speaker invited to convince the Khazar King is the Christian, who presents their beliefs. Even before the questions of the King, "between the lines", the author R. Yehuda HaLevi already begins disproving them.
Ein Aya "Intimacy: Love, Life & Giving or Egocentric Taking & Expiration"
Today, many confuse between intimacy in marriage, based on love, giving and life which are diametrically opposed to empty "sex", pornography and prostitution which destroyed the Beit HaMikdash. The practical importance of clarifying this topic in today's western society is obvious, especially for young adults.
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 2
The King of the Kazars, in his search for truth, starts by inviting the philosopher. This is a "crash-course" on Aristotelian philosophy and the reasons why the king is not convinced. Through this dialogue, R. Yehuda HaLevi already foreshadows some of his central ideas that will appear later.
Shavuot "Love of Torah = Love of Israel"- for Shavuot
People often identify Judaism as just a religion, but upon examination, we see, even halachically and explicitly in the siddur, that the Torah is dependent upon Am Yisrael, Jewish nationalism.
Ein Aya The Middle-Child & Anti-Tzni'ut Syndrome- Negative Attention
Although tzni'ut is for men just like women, Rav Kook deals here with the sources in Yishayahu and the Talmud which deals with the special problem of lack of tzni'ut in women's dress and actions, where it's not just a problem of midot and character traits, but also can include practical, social and national ramifications, as well, which caused the destruction of the Beit HaMikdash and exile from Israel. The class continues the previous one (Ayn Aya Shabbat vi, 29), and is a must for all educators and parents of high-school aged and young adults.
P'ninat Mishpat P'NINAT MISHPAT: A Mess of Loans, Repayments and Grievances – part II
based on ruling 83033 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts
based on ruling 83033 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts