Does Shabbos fly in the face of the purpose of Creation?

Careful study of the Rambam’s halacha on prioritizing Shabbos candles since it’s essential for the Chanukah lights too. This fascinating insight shows how the ultimate goal of Judaism is peace.

Each of us has unique qualities and that is what makes our nation whole—as illustrated in the tribal leaders’ role in the greater community.

In the prayer Haneiros Halalu recited after lighting the menorah, there are three expressions of miracles, which correspond to three types of divine intervention. We discover how the greatest miracles are not miracles at all.

How Rashi shows us powerful blessings and inspirations in the most frightening warnings of the Torah.

Key moments in the Friediker Rebbe’s life coincide with the parsha of Pinchas, and is strikingly similar to the unique dedication and Mesiras Nefesh of Pinchas.

The goal of Judaism is to engage and transform; rather than avoiding the world. The Haftorah of Pinchas alludes to the similar approach of Pinchas and Yirmiyahu in changing the world from within.

We learn about heeding the unusual instruction of a prophet to bring a sacrifice on a Bamah, a temporary altar. As we examine the Siyum on tractate Zevachim, we uncover an incredible insight into prophecy and how we impact the world with holiness.

Rashi offers a fascinating insight into how Moshe dealt with the passing of Aaron's two sons. The Rebbe derives a powerful lesson from it on what it means to be dedicated to Hashem.

If you want to know what's wrong with focusing solely on your own spiritual growth, just ask Pharaoh. A spiritual reading of Pharaoh insisting that Moshe and Aaron return to their own affairs.