Re'eh
Blessing or Curse?Is everything G-d does really for the good? If so, are we meant to always feel that way? Two classic…
Va'eschanan
Comfort, ComfortThis week's Haftorah begins with the prophecy: "Nachamu, nachamu ami, comfort, comfort my people." Why the double expression of consolation?…
Korach
Are You the Kohen Gadol?Why did 250 followers of Korach accept a challenge that they knew would lead to their deaths? And why did…
Va'eschanan
Mind Control, Heart ControlThe Torah describes the mitzvah of the arm Tefilin as an action ("you shall bind them... on your arm") whereas…