Chazal tell us that the 4 species we take on Sukkos represent 4 different types of Jews. Who is part of that group and is worthy of being bound together, and who is not?

Have a Chag Kasher V'Sameach

Chazal teach us that Klal Yisrael needed a new Bris with Hashem, due to their shame from the Chet HaEgel. How can we approach shame from our Aveiros in a healthy way, as opposed to an unhealthy way?

Based on ideas in the Chiddushei HaLev and the book From Boys to Men

Have a Good Shabbos and a Kesivah Vachasimah Tovah

Wanted to share with you a special clip someone sent me from my Rebbe Rav Binyamin Luban Shlita. He really articulates the approach which is one of the foundations for what I am trying to do on the podcast. His ideas of how to show people how the Torah speaks directly to them in a meaningful way have formed the foundation of what I do here, even though I rarely do Chofetz Chaim style shmuessim.

Hope you enjoy this special episode.

In the topic of fencing in a roof, Rabbeinu Bechayai teaches that we all signed up for our life situations during the original 6 days of creation. Explore some philosophical and practical applications of this idea.

Quote how Mrs. Simes was inspired by this idea, and how it transformed her ability to handle the challenges her family was dealt. You can hear her story here.

The Rolling Rabbi: Interview with Mrs. Shaindel Simes - YouTube

Have a good Shabbos.