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It was with belief that the "kernel" that became the yeshiva (apparently, Yeshivat Kfar Haroeh) was sown – belief with naiveite, without cold calculations, belief that also gave confidence, bravery, and stubbornness.
It was also with belief that the kernel of communal life (ed. note – it is written "kibbutzi," which can refer to a kibbutz or the socialistic elements of a moshav, like Kfar Haroeh) was established. It was done with naivete, simplicity, straightforwardness, and stubbornness. An individual’s path did not have to pass the test of communal life. Indeed, some preferred to cash in the small amounts of "grain" that were collected in the yeshiva – for flour, a loaf of bread, and a nice meal. When belief is lacking, some pick the flowers off trees to show off without considering that when left, the flower becomes a fruit.
Everything related to the Order of Zera’im is connected to belief. It is not just to plant the seed, but to guard it, develop it, have it grow, and water it. Sometimes, one is tired and impatient from the toil of building and sowing. He has "worked his hands off," and the fruit are not yet visible. Only with belief can one continue and even work consistently.
Hashem looked in the Torah in order to create the world (Zohar of Parashat Teruma). The laws of the Torah are the foundations of the natural world. If we knew how to do it, we could see the laws of the Torah in nature. Although we cannot do this, we can solve mysteries of the world using the Torah scroll Hashem gave us.
Date palms "speak," but who can hear them? Fortunate is one who learned to capture the silent notes described in Psalms as "the heavens speak Hashem’s honor" (Tehillim 19:2). We learn it from the Torah, the Prophets, and those who sang psalms to Hashem. Through their words we feel a connection to Hashem; we get excited by their spiritual excitement. This book deciphers the hidden language and transfers it to a language humans can understand.
Avraham saw divinity by looking at the world Hashem created. Yitzchak knew how to turn a stroll into a prayer (see Bereishit 24:63). That which Am Yisrael learned through great miracles and deafening sounds, Avraham learned from gazing at the world. When Yitzchak saw Eisav’s ability to earn a living, he hoped to see a resemblance to himself, but he did not, because while Yitzchak spent time in the field (see ibid.), Eisav was a "man of the field" (ibid. 25:27).
Moreshet Shaul (48)
Various Rabbis
15 - Moreshet Shaul: Inability to Pass on Abandoned Tradition – part II
16 - Moreshet Shaul: Members of the Nation Who Are in The Fields
17 - Moreshet Shaul: Connection between Talmid Chacham and Am Ha’aretz
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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)
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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Shoftim TESHUVA IN COURT OF LAW?
Parshat Shoftim-Chodesh Elul
Why does parshat Shoftim always come out during Elul? This innovative and central explanation is an eye-opener regarding many aspects of Judaism.
The Month of Elul TESHUVA IS THE ANSWER
The month of Elul serves as a vital time for self-reflection and personal accountability to prepare for true repentance.
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.
