11969 Lessons

Between Israel and the nations
Rabbi Zalman Baruch Melamed | Tammuz 17 5777

Today’s Ninth of Av
For many generations we were unable to take practical steps toward hastening the redemption of Israel. We were in exile and simply could not change our plight. Today, God has removed foreign rule from the land and created a Jewish state in its stead.
Rabbi Zalman Baruch Melamed | Elul, 5763

To The Outpost Settlers: "Thank You"
Today's settlers have infused the entire nation with strength. They are the great victors in the present battle against terrorism. The Jewish people ought to express gratitude to these people and say, "Thank you."
Rabbi Zalman Baruch Melamed | Cheshvan 14, 5763

The Spirit Always Prevails
Parashat Chukat
Og king of the Bashan believed that brute physical might is the determining factor in war, and that one who possesses such might is bound to triumph. Yet, in truth, it is the spirit that always triumphs.
Rabbi Zalman Baruch Melamed | Parashat Chukat, 5762

"Master of Wars, Who Causes Salvation to Sprout"
God runs the universe, and everything that He does is for the best. He is the "Master of Wars" and war must therefore have a constructive purpose in the world.
Rabbi Zalman Baruch Melamed | 5763

Faith in the Coming of the Messiah
Rabbi Moshe ben Maimon, the "Rambam," formulated thirteen principles of faith, and one of them is: "I believe with perfect faith in the coming of the Messiah, and, though he tarry, I will wait daily for his coming."
Rabbi Zalman Baruch Melamed | Nissan 5762
