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This is also the place to speak directly about the special place of the Land in the life of the nation. To speak to children [on this topic], the best time is Shabbat and the holidays, with everything that goes along with them. It is worthwhile from time to time to put the individual holiday in the full perspective and consider its impact throughout the generations. Pesach, for example, can serve as a good example. You should go over the practice of the bringing of the Pesach offering, as occurred in Egypt on the night of liberation, which they ate when they were dressed to leave on a moment’s notice. It is worthwhile to make use of the knowledge the child has amassed. You then should add to the discussion the image of the celebration of Pesach, as it took place in the Land of Israel when the Beit Hamikdash was still standing. One can compare this to the way Pesach was celebrated in Inquisition-time Spain, in cellars, and at the time of blood libels. And then finally we have Pesach as it is celebrated in our times.
This is part of the education focused on the fulfillment of mitzvot. "Cover your head, so that you will have fear of the Heavens upon you" (Shabbat 156b). It is very important that the child become accustomed to have his head covered. This is the constant symbol of accepting the yoke of the Kingdom of Heaven.
There are times that people allow themselves to do things that are forbidden on Shabbat by having a child do it. Besides the fact that this is still a prohibition, it is difficult to fully appreciate how much negative influence this has on the child. He gets used to seeing himself as different from those [like his parents, who must fully keep the mitzvot]. This leads him to justify for himself to do things that are forbidden by the Torah. I heard the following tragic way of looking at things by a child: "What do people want? This is the way the world operates! My father was an outstanding Torah scholar, whereas I am not able to reach such heights! It will also not be surprising if my son will not be like me." We would want to ask such a father, if he views his son with this same indifference.
Mitzvot need to be accompanied with proper explanations. One must have very clear discussions about Hashem, reward and punishment, the World to Come, the resurrection of the dead, divine providence, and His open eyes to that which the individual and the nation are doing. Every mitzva requires its reasoning. There is a need to explain the actions we do in the performance of mitzvot as an expression of our thanks to Hashem for all the good He has done for us and for the whole Nation of Israel.
Moreshet Shaul (48)
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36 - Moreshet Shaul: Character Refinement – part IV
37 - Moreshet Shaul: Character Refinement – part V
38 - Moreshet Shaul: Jewish Philosophy in Daily Life
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Moreshet Shaul Moreshet Shaul: Jewish Philosophy in Daily Life
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 250
Moreshet Shaul Moreshet Shaul: What Connects Us as a Nation – part I
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 704
Moreshet Shaul Moreshet Shaul: Eretz Yisrael in Halacha and in Sanctity – part II
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 137
Moreshet Shaul Moreshet Shaul: Connection between Talmid Chacham and Am Ha’aretz
Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 665
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 8- "Answering Questions on the Kuzari's Proof from Mass Revelation
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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.
Ein Aya Various Universal Stages of the Geula Process
Rav Kook examines the various stages of redemption, explaining how (in addition to the obvious oft-mentioned stages of ingathering the exiles, reviving the Hebrew language, army, state etc.) the messianic dream of world prosperity, the State of Israel and world unity can and are realistically and logically gradually coming true.
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 8- "Answering Questions on the Kuzari's Proof from Mass Revelation
How do we know that the "claim" of mass revelation to 2,000,000 witnesses at Mt. Sinai is really true? This important class answers all of the questions skeptics ask about this claim of the Kuzari.
Ein Aya Armies Still Necessary for Balance & the War Against Wars
Rav Kook explains why the world was originally divided into the various seemingly contradicting ideologies and cultures, in order to develop each one respectively. Swords or armies symbolize how each respective ideology defends themselves, as well as deters their opposing ideologies and cultures. On the other hand, the messianic era will be one of peace, and Rav Kook explains the transition to that stage, which mankind is already undergoing.
The Land of Israel LGBT'S IN ISRAEL
The question was asked, how can one make Aliyah with the LGBT parades?
Kuzari -Rabbi Ari Shvat Kuzari class 7 - Five Accumulative Proofs of G-d
As a preparation for the Kuzari's classic proof of G-d from the mass-revelation at Sinai, we start here with 5 other directions to strengthen our belief which also contribute to what the Kuzari will present as well.
Ein Aya Muscle & Meaning: The Dual Nature of Gevurah (Physical Strength)
Is physical strength and fitness a necessity or an ideal? Although it if often totally overlooked among topics of Judaism, Rav Kook writes that it clearly is also a necessity to deter the many enemies of Israel, but even in Y'mot HaMashiach, in the Messianic era, to a certain extent, it's ideal continues even after our enemies will have been finished off.
