The True, Shining Face of Humbleness

Orchot Tzaddikim class 84, "Awe" part iv

The class deals with the greatness of man (including the present Artemis ii space mission) the mind & G-dly soul which yearns for a greater purpose and meaning in life. It includes the famous parables of the horse (body) and rider (soul), and the king whose outstanding greatness attests to his supremeness. Towards the end we allude also to the forthcoming Yom HaAtzma'ut, and discuss the Vilna Gaon's proven accurate formula for figuring out the pivotal years in the redemption process, where he correctly predicts in 5708=1948 Adam (Israel) will get (back) on our feet, and in 5750=1990, begins the transition from secular Zionism to religious Zionism, when the largest Teshuva return to Torah in history was the Aliya of the Jews from the former Soviet Union to return to the Jewish fold, nation & observance.

P'ninat Mishpat: Undoing a Problematic Partnership – part III

based on ruling 84061 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts

Moreshet Shaul: Character Refinement – part IV

Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p.154

Ask the Rabbi: Reusing a Grave

Parashat Hashavua: With Trust in the “Rock of Israel and its Savior”

THE WORLD IS READY FOR ISRAEL'S BODY-SOUL HARMONY- Parshat Shmini

The modern world has only recently discovered what Judaism always knew: the body and soul nourish each other. Today we all know children on diets to stay away from certain physical foods which negatively influence their personality or behavior, e.g. certain artificial colorings increase impulsivity and restlessness, especially among ADHD. Conversely, modern medicine knows we can psychosomatically mentally "think" ourselves into being physically sick, which will even show up on our physical blood-tests. Psychosomatic illnesses are the "missing link" that proves physical actions (mitzvot) aren't just symbolic. If the mind can make the body sick through stress, the body can "heal" the soul through structured, purposeful physical actions. We are essentially using the body's hardware to "reprogram" the soul's software. This interplay between the physical and spiritual are an essential part of Rav Kook's Torat Eretz Yisrael whose time has come, but does this apply outside of Israel and to gentiles, as well?

Arrogance and Bachelorhood

THE MASTER PAINTER & the IDF

‪What's the difference between nature and miracles? Why do things sometimes go wrong? The 7th day of Pesach can help us understand the present war with Iran and life in general! Chag Kasher v'Same'ach, ושנשמע בשורות טובות ישועות ונחמות

"TODAY STATISTICALLY OUTDOES PESACH!"- Our Historic Wars in Israel

Orchot Tzaddikim class 84, "Awe" part iii

The class deals with the differing opinions among our sages whether it's good to suggest "Ta'amei HaMitzvot" (benefits) of the mitzvot or not. Also, what are the various levels of the soul, nefesh, ru'ach and nesham. And how the greatness of man helps us appreciate the awesomeness of the Creator.

On the Slippery Slope

Bare Minimum= Bare Results (When Chumrot are Necessary!)

Rav Kook in general writes that Torat Eretz Yisrael stays away from unnecessary chumrot (strict opinions) because even the physical life in Israel is holy and positive. But this class deals with certain cases where one must be careful not just to do the minimum but should add and be that much more careful. The class also deals with the philosopher Prof. Yeshayahu Lebowitz including little-known testimonies regarding his Torah thought and observance, as well as the current controversy regarding drafting Haredim into the IDF.

WHAT DID CHAD GADYA DO TO THE CAT?

(Mis)Understanding the Movie "No Other Land"

P'ninat Mishpat: Undoing a Problematic Partnership – part II

based on ruling 84061 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts

Moreshet Shaul: Character Refinement – part III

Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p.154

Ask the Rabbi: Kittel at the Seder

Parashat Hashavua: The Extent of our Guarantor Status

Five Reasons for Torah Sacrifices

P'ninat Mishpat: Undoing a Problematic Partnership – part I

based on ruling 84061 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts

Moreshet Shaul: Character Refinement – part II

Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p.154