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The Torah specifies that “the people” did not abandon Miriam, whereas Rashi suggests that it was an honor accorded to her by G‑d.

Upon his arrival in the U.S., he declared that “America is no different.” What did the Rebbe mean?

The leaders of the Jewish people at the time, the Sons of Betayra, could not decide. Hillel, alone amongst the sages, knew the answer to the question.

Introduction As Moshe was transcribing G‑d’s words in the Torah, he found himself writing, “Now this man Moses was exceedingly humble, more so than any person on the face of the earth.” Bamidbar 12:3. Did he feel any different while writing these words th...

Introduction There are many who regard the Talmudic and halachic dimensions of Torah study and the inner, mystic component of the Torah as two distinct disciplines. The Zohar, Zohar, Vol. III, p. 152a, et al. by contrast, sees them as inextricably bound, ...

Introduction Hamotzi, the blessing over bread,is one of the most familiar blessings. Before eating bread, we wash in the ritual manner and then recite the blessing thanking G‑d “Who brings forth bread from the earth.” However, initially, when this blessin...

This Parshah opens with the command to Aaron to light the lamps of the menorah, the seven-branched candelabrum that stood in the Sanctuary. The symbolism of the menorah and the act of lighting is the theme of the sicha, together with the example which Aar...

What is the inner connection between the incident of the spies and the commandment concerning the libation of wine on the altar, issued by G-d directly thereafter? In answering this question, this class explores the mystical power of Tefillin and its effe...

Declares G-d, "My flame – the Torah – is in your hands, and your flame – the soul – is in Mine. If you guard Mine, I shall guard yours" (Midrash Devarim 4:4). But is not the soul too "G-d's flame"? In addressing this question, this class offers new insigh...