We continue exploring the passuk in Tehillim ch. 37 passuk 4 which continues from our previous study and tells us about the connection to Hashem we experience in a state of Bitachon, which we can compare to the feeling we have on Shabbos. The passuk finishes with the fact that all our 'hearts desires' will be fulfilled, hinting to the idea that with Bitachon we can depend on Hashem to obtain more than just our necessities.
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Running time: 22:45
Why does the Torah use the word 'davar' - 'thing' or 'matter' in introducing the order of initiating Aharon and his sons into their Kohen service in the Mishkan-Tabernacle? What are the two 'matters' that can be used to atone and bring salvation when we do not have the ability to bring sacrifices? How do words of Torah and heartfelt prayer bring about the revelation of Hashem in the world? Why is Haman referred to as both an oppressor and an enemy? Why does Mordechai return to his sackcloth, fasting and prayer even after he is 'raised up' and clothed with king's garments and rides the king's horse? What is it that ultimately provides atonement for Aharon for having facilitated the sin of the Golden Calf?
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Running time: 29:42
We continue exploring the passuk in Tehillim ch. 37 passuk 3 which speaks of Dovid Hamelech's advice to not only trust in Hashem, but also do good. This means that we can not suffice ourselves only with a trusting relationship with Hashem, but His help engenders an obligation to also be honest about our negative actions that require fixing. Additionally, the guarantee is that when we have Bitachon, we can be sure we will be able to live in peace because we are connected to the Source of peace, which is Hashem.
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Running time: 22:11
How do we 'take an example from Heaven' in the construction of the Tabernacle? What are the many parallels between the 'throne room' of Hashem above, and the place of His Presence here on earth? What do each of these elements represent? What is the significance of Hashem calling the gold and silver of the Mishkan his? How do the Tabernacle and Beis Hamikdash (Temple) manifest the relationship between Hashem and the people of Israel - Shepherd to flock, Watchman to vineyard, and Father to son?
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Running time: 27:59
We explore the passuk in Tehillim ch. 37 passuk 3 which speaks of Dovid Hamelech's assurance that even if it seems that Israel's enemies are succeeding - heaven forbid - we can rest assured that ultimately, those who truly trust in Hashem will be far more successful.
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Running time 22:06
Why does the Torah place the concept of the inclined ramp of the altar right next to the concept of the laws? Why is there concern of immodesty walking up the ramp if the Kohanim had undergarments to prevent immodesty? What is the concept of 'walking with small steps' versus 'walking with large steps?' How are angels created from the commandments we perform, and how do they serve to protect us? What is the concept of the order of first creating the angels, then being accompanied by the Shechinah, then having our prayers answered? What is the danger of 'rebelling against the angel' that is involved with the secret of having our prayers answered?
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Running time: 23:33
We continue our study in the passuk in Tehillim chapter 34 passuk 23, which speaks of how Hashem redeems the soul of His servants, and finds no guilt in those who trust in Him. This means that Bitachon has an amazing side effect - that we are judged more favorably by Hashem when we are striving to have a good relationship with Him!
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Running time: 23:24
Why does it speak of Moshe 'going up' to receive the Torah, if Hashem 'came down' with all His hosts, as it were, to give the Torah? How was Moshe's previous battle with angels now helpful in his current mission, to capture the Torah from the hands of the angels? What was the ultimate merit that Moshe used to bring the Torah to the people of Israel? What is the deeper lesson of the Midrash's teaching that Moshe's faced changed so that he looked like Avraham? Why did the angels need to acquiesce when they saw Avraham's face? How does the merit of our righteous ones and the forefathers help us when we are not righteous?
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Running time: 29:15
