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Beit Midrash
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- Chemdat Yamim
- Ein Ayah
Ein Ayah: Everything that is not natural needs to first be learned, and then one can be in a position to carry it out. However, that for which one has a total preparation does not need a prior stage of learning. Rather, from the beginning, one flows straight into the fulfillment. If the natural content has elements of loftiness and fineness, it reaches that level of elevation and fineness by developing it based on the very natural spiritual offshoots of his actions.
Even though fulfilling the Torah, studying it, and having it proliferate are things that depend on one’s preparation, that relates to the level of specific achievements he attains in these regards. However, regarding the eternal essence and basic form of the Torah, whether its study (the connection of the soul to the form of the Torah) or its fulfillment (imagining life according to the guidance that it provides), the Torah is naturally fit for Israel.
It is the same with the angels, who are created to naturally do the actions in the manner that they do. This is the manner of their service and their intellect. The angels do not need to be taught first how to carry out their charge, as their natural spirituality prepares them to act in the manner that is expected of them. As a result, they become strengthened when they bring to actuality the actions that were embedded in their essential character. That which is added on from the proliferation that comes about through the actions is to be compared to the listening that takes place after the actions. This is a revelation of that which had been within them in potential.
Just as this happens for angels, it was revealed about Israel, as they became elevated by the awe-inspiring divine revelation at Mt. Sinai. It became clear that the entire Torah is not something that is acquired externally, so that it must be methodically learned first until they are ready for it. Rather, it is part of the nature of Israel’s souls, and they have the power to flow naturally to fulfill the Torah and complete their internal being.
The fact that there needs to be study in order to become proficient is something external. In fact, the power of listening to the words of Hashem is an ever-growing progression that comes from the wellspring of their souls, which become revealed specifically through actions that fill the person’s insides.
It is unprecedented in human history that there is a nation whose whole constituency was prepared for spiritual completion. This is generally a level reserved for angels, who are infused with spirituality. However even for them, it is able to develop like a wellspring. "Bless Hashem, o angels, beings of great strength, who do His word to listen to the voice of His word" (Tehillim 103:20)" – first it says "who do," and subsequently it says "to listen."
Various Rabbis
Various Rabbis including those of of Yeshivat Bet El, such as Rabbi Chaim Katz, Rabbi Binyamin Bamberger and Rabbi Yitzchak Greenblat and others.
Moreshet Shaul Moreshet Shaul: A Crown and its Scepter – part II
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 294-5
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.
