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Ein Ayah: Many Torah educators strive to find ways to lighten the yoke of studies. They believe that by enabling students to acquire much Torah knowledge in a simple manner without great toil brings blessing. However, the gain from this approach is dubious, as knowledge should be valued based on quality, i.e., deep understanding and sharp application of the knowledge in many areas. This is especially true of Torah knowledge, which is to make a significant impression on the learner in regard to ethics, good deeds, and fear of Hashem.
To reach these goals, one needs knowledge acquired not through techniques for easy digestion of material, but on hard intellectual work. Such effort elevates him to good attributes, a love of intellectuality and holiness, and full dedication to the study. In contrast, that which is acquired without toil will remain external to a person’s soul and stagnant and will have little impact on his actions and his moral state
That is what the gemara means by the butter of Torah, i.e., its best part – the highest intellectually, which evokes the most righteousness. This is acquired by he who began by separating himself from childhood with its regular longings, so that his Torah not be that of childishness. This is what the gemara means by spitting up the milk he nursed, as the hard work makes him reject the "nourishment" that he received with excessive ease, as a growing child rejects his mother’s milk, which is readily digested and available. Specifically the hard work is what should excite the youngster and cause him to want to spit up that which he learned too easily, which is tainted by superficiality.
Practical knowledge is built around a variety of areas of knowledge, and one is first required to be familiarized with the area. Experience teaches one to make fine distinctions, like that between different types of blood. One who is willing to suffer through the experience of subservience to his teachers will reach the next level of intellectual attainment – understanding matters in an all-encompassing, not a detailed oriented, manner.
The following is the difference between monetary matters and capital offenses. Matters of justice consist of elements that are specific to the case and those that are connected to external matters. Monetary justice is, to a great extent, created to remedy injustices between man and man, which links it to the needs of society in the present and the future. Capital matters usually stand on their own, and therefore basic unchanging rules of justice are employed. Due to this distinction, monetary justice is more dynamic than capital law. In general, monetary matters are the most complex halachot, requiring one to master general factors and apply them to very specific situations. Only one who suffered at the hand of his master twice, corresponding to the realm of relationship with him as a general mentor, and as the teacher of a specific course of study, is assured success.
P'ninat Mishpat P'ninat Mishpat: Realtor’s Fee on Large Commercial Building – part I
(based on ruling 85031 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
Chemdat Yamim Moreshet Shaul: The Goal of an Agricultural Yeshiva – part I
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the laying of the cornerstone of the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh)
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P'ninat Mishpat P'ninat Mishpat: Realtor’s Fee on Large Commercial Building – part I
(based on ruling 85031 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
(based on ruling 85031 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
Chemdat Yamim Moreshet Shaul: The Goal of an Agricultural Yeshiva – part I
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the laying of the cornerstone of the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh)
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 263 (address at the laying of the cornerstone of the Yeshiva Chakla’it in Kfar Haroeh)
Re'e NEVER EXTREME EXCEPT ISRAEL
Parshat Re'eh
Judaism is against extremism, so how can we understand the seemingly extreme statements found in our sages in favor of living in the Land of Israel and against living in Chutz laAretz? The article deals with the seeming contradiction between the strength of Free-Will and the strength of being influenced by our surroundings.
Ekev DANCE FOR ISRAEL- FOR YOUR BENEFIT
Parshat Eikev
Description: The 7 Haftarot we read after Tisha B'Av ("Shiva D'Nichemta") surely get us excited that they're coming TRUE, and awaken us to yearn, dance & join the return to Zion! The short article also deals with the problems and solutions facing the American Jewish community as discussed at a recent panel, as well as the question why Jews come from America to Israel to help when we face problems, but Israelis don't come to aid Jews in America when they face anti-Semitism.
P'ninat Mishpat P'ninat Mishpat: Complaints about Contractor’s Work – part II
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
(based on ruling 83037.1 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts)
Chemdat Yamim Moreshet Shaul: Twin Foundations
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 690
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 690
D'varim Judaism’s Social Vision
Re’eh
Giving is more than an act of generosity—it is an essential part of human dignity that belongs to everyone, rich and poor alike. The ultimate goal of help is to empower others to stand on their own.
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 9 - "Seeing is Believing" (parag. 21-30)
These paragraphs elaborate on the theme that seeing and knowing is better than any attempt to prove logically, and begins explaining the difference between Israel and gentiles.
