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Ein Ayah: It is impossible for the spiritual eye of a creation to reach to the depths of the hidden part of the most desired thing in the world (the Torah). The fact that it is so desired and the fact that it is so hidden are connected, because all of this upper light is above the human ability to recognize and above all wisdom and cleverness to fully grasp. This desired thing must be hidden because it relates only to godly matters; it is all-inclusive and the source of all. Because of the depth of its being hidden, it has no relationship with that which is limited, by nature of it being a created thing and lacking in recognition.
However, there is also an element that the delving into the ideals behind the Torah is a "pastime" of Hashem, which connects it to the seal of the ultimate goal of the goodness that is hidden away. This, in turn, is connected to the highest element of the content of all of existence from beginning to end. From this perspective, there is an element of revelation of [divine matters] that can be recognized by means of the special light that makes up the Torah.
Since that which makes the Torah so unfathomably special and so critical in the cosmic sacred realm is so hidden, Moshe did not feel that he was able to take credit for having any part of individual connection, as individualism is a limiting factor, [which is so antithetical to the limitless element at the heart of the Torah].
Indeed, since the Torah is so all-encompassing and able to light up every element of existence, the ability to recognize it as relating to someone or something must be beyond the individual in the classic sense. Therefore, when it comes to its connection to people, the only type of person who can be closely related to Torah is one who has the highest level of humility. This was the level that Moshe, the man of G-d, to whom the Torah was to be given, reached. In that way, his individualism was already nullified because of the glow of the lofty and powerful.
On the other hand, if there were not an element of individualism, there could be no recognition of the Torah in the world of humans, and the Torah would remain unrevealed. That is why it has to be related to a special gift of humility so that just as the person limits his individuality, so he is able to be a conduit for the limiting of the Torah by bringing it into this world. That is the reason that the fact that Moshe limited himself by denying that he was capable of being a true conduit actually made him fit to have the Torah called after him, "the Torah of Moshe."
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)
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)
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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.
