Why pray for the peace of the government? The Rebbe explains that beyond its simple meaning, the Mishnah teaches humility. Without awareness of Hashem’s kingship, one person can “swallow” another by leaving no room for their growth. True Torah greatness makes space for others.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/classes/by_parsha/003_vayikra/006_acharei/013

How can sins become mitzvos? The Rebbe explains the different levels of teshuvah: fear heals the future, love erases the past, and deeper love transforms failure itself into spiritual growth. Even darkness can become the source of a greater closeness to Hashem.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/classes/by_parsha/003_vayikra/006_acharei/012

Why must the Kohen Gadol have a “home,” and what does Hashem ask from imperfect people? The Rebbe explains that holiness includes family, relationship, and growth. Like a mikveh, Hashem purifies every sincere step and helps each Jew rise higher.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/classes/by_parsha/003_vayikra/006_acharei/011

Why does Acharei Mot begin with the death of Aharon’s sons before teaching Yom Kippur? The Torah teaches that even the desire for holiness must be guided by discipline. True closeness to Hashem means knowing not only what is holy, but when and how to approach it.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/classes/by_parsha/003_vayikra/006_acharei/010

Why does Acharei Mot begin with the death of Aharon’s sons? The Rebbe explains that even holy yearning must be guided by humility and purpose. True closeness to Hashem is to bring holiness into the world, honor others, and create peace.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/classes/by_parsha/003_vayikra/006_acharei/006

Why does Acharei Mot begin with the death of Aharon’s sons before teaching Yom Kippur? The Torah teaches that even holy desire needs boundaries. True closeness to Hashem means serving Him the right way, at the right time, with responsibility for life and others.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/classes/by_parsha/003_vayikra/006_acharei/009

The Alter Rebbe teaches that creation is renewed every moment by Hashem’s word. Through Torah, prayer, kindness, and teshuvah, we draw Divine life into the world. The deepest vessel for that light is peace, humility, and respect for one another.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/classes/by_parsha/003_vayikra/006_acharei/008

How should a Jew seek closeness to Hashem? The Rebbe explains that true love of Hashem is not escape or self-fulfillment, but serving His will in practical mitzvos. Like Rabbi Akiva, one must enter in peace and return in peace, bringing holiness into the world.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/classes/by_parsha/003_vayikra/006_acharei/007

Why were Nadav and Avihu carried in their garments after the heavenly fire? Rashi explains only their souls departed while their bodies remained intact. From this we learn the sanctity of the body and the great mitzvah of burial and true kindness.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/classes/by_parsha/003_vayikra/006_acharei/004

Why does the Torah give so many offerings for entering the Mikdash or eating Kodashim in impurity? It teaches that holiness requires preparation, yet Hashem always provides a path back. Even when imperfect, a Jew must keep approaching kedushah and begin again.

https://www.torahrecordings.com/classes/by_parsha/003_vayikra/006_acharei/005