Things begin to fall apart with a small complaint - sound familiar? It is the story of in Parshat Beha'alotecha, but it is a story that we see all the time. The pros and cons of criticism and when and how to do it.

What it takes to understand the rectangular nature of the degalim in this week's parsha (and the many other rectangles in the Torah. Come and listen to a "backstage tour" of the tools of the trade and the final results: Opening up our central relationships to the commitments of others.

Death, immortality and who should we quote? While the latter remains an open question, you will hear an Anglican poet of the 16th century quoted, but not a modern actor. More to the point is understanding that how we view death and immortality will shape a great deal of how we look at life.

Who was the pious man that praised the carcass' teeth? We will likely never know, but the story is approved by the three great monotheistic faiths. That leads us into taking advantage of our isolation and using it for therapeutic spiritual growth, just like that which is mandated for the metzora in Parshat Tazria.

Turning the challenge of praying at home into an opportunity - what to do differently than we do when we are at the synagogue and what to do the same. Thoughts for making this Nissan a growth exercise for our prayers.

How natural is fire to man? The Jews vs. the Greeks and what R. Yose teaches us about the nature of man, God and powerful tools.

The risks of living in Israel, studying philosophy and being chosen - all from this week's parsha - Tetzaveh. And check out the accompanying article.

Rabbi Nataf uses a text about Rabbi Meir and Bruriah to talk with young marrieds at Yeshivat Darchei Noam/Midreshet Rachel veChaya about the benefits of learning with your spouse and some of the common pitfalls to avoid.