Likkutei Sichos vol. 29

What is the secret to security? What does it take to overcome your enemy? Learn that when we are united, nobody can harm us and nothing can stop us.

How can Hashem destroy the Beis Hamikdash? Discover how destruction can in fact be building and how exile in essence is Redemption.

Explore three degrees of appreciating Divine unity.

The three mitzvahs of tefillin, tzitzis and mezuzah are designed to constantly remind us of our connection to Hashem. Yet the Rambam singles out mezuzah—discover how your mezuzah changes your life.

The Rambam details how the area of the Beis Hamikdash was not flat; rather it was built on the elevation of the mountain, consisting of different levels of elevation (unlike the Mishkan, which was one flat level). This speaks to the heart of what it’s all about—elevating the world.

When the Torah says you're "unable", but means you're "forbidden" to do something—understanding Rashi’s interpretation.

Learn the meaning of an enigmatic Midrash stating that Hashem gave us laws because he loves us. An insight on how Judaism invites us to contribute to and innovate in Torah.

The fundamental difference between Torah law and Rabbinical law.

Explore the different types of prohibited mixes (in clothing, seeds, and animals). Learn which energies don't mix well (and why), which will explain why specifically shatnex (unlike other forbidden mixtures) can be used in a mitzvah (for the priestly garments).

At times, when giving Bikkurim to the Kohen, the basket is also gifted. Learn four ways to understand the role of the container of the first fruit. Discover the spiritual takeaway: our souls are so lofty, how do they benefit from living in our limited bodies?

There are two Chassidic aphorisms (quoted by the Previous Rebbe) on Chai Elul infusing life and energy in Elul.

Uncover the meaning behind circumcising our hearts. Discover how this alludes to finding the love in Elul, beyond Teshuvah for our shortcomings.