We discuss the concept of the Image of God according to Rabbi Chaim Voloziner. We then apply it to the current debate about race in this country.

We list over 10 reasons why we eat dairy on Shavuos. Please excuse the technical difficulties at the end of the class.

We answer the question of whether one is allowed to put themselves at risk to earn a livelyhood. During this pandemic one may contract the Corona Virus by going to work, reopening their restaurant or place of business. Are they allowed to take that risk to avoid financial ruin?

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We discuss risk assessment during a pandemic. With the corona virus upon us it is important the be aware of some the issues involved regarding determining the risks to individuals and society before determining a course of action.

We discuss the Jewish Law regarding counting people. When is it prohibited? Permissible? Under what circumstances? Then we present the reasonable underpinnings of this law. Kollel 5-12-10

We learn something of the words of the Ohr HaChaim on the first verse in Bechukosai. We specifically focus on the idea that Torah study should be the default activity in our lives.

We outline the basic ideas behind the holiday of Lag Ba’Omer. We also present a novel approach to why there is such a big hoopla surrounding this Holiday according to the perspective of the Responsa of the Shem Aryeh.

We discuss the unique characteristic of the Land of Israel and why it engenders a more intimate relationship with God. At the same time, living in our land isn’t an absolution from other Mitzvos.

The message of the Jewish Holidays is the Sanctification of God’s name. That requires true commitment. We look at this brilliant insight of Rabbi Shwab’s on this week’s Parsha.