parshat Korach
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Spiritually Fulfilled Datan and Aviram challenged Moses, redefining Egypt as the "land of milk and honey" and seeing Aliyah solely for material gain. This contrasted sharply with the Torah's view of Aliyah's purpose as spiritual enhancement, making the study of mitzvot relevant at all times, not just upon entering the land.
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Datan and Aviram
As the controversy between Moshe Rabbenu and Korach's company heats up, there is a bewildering exchange between Moshe and Datan and Aviram which beckons our attention. -
Not Gaining from the Disgrace of Another
Moshe, in our parasha, and Shmuel, in the haftara, set out important standards for the behavior of public leaders -
