The Parsha Perspective

By Rabbi Shalom YeminiReligion & Spirituality Education Self-Improvement Spirituality Judaism

The Parsha Perspective episodes

November 10, 2023 Parshas Chayei Sarah: continuing lasting legacies
Parshas Chayei Sarah, continuing lasting legacies
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of our homeland, Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies.
May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza from harm and return them immediately.
May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack.
May G-d grant a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack.
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Our Parsha begins with the passing of Sarah at 127 years old. Avraham negotiated with Ephron to buy a plot of land in Chevron, known as Mearas HaMachpelah, for 400 shekels. This cave would be a family burial plot for the next generations.
When Avraham finished mourning for Sarah, he sent his most trusted servant, Eliezer, to find a wife for his son Yitzchak.
We learn the Jewish reaction and answer to tragedy, pain, and sorrow.
9 min
November 03, 2023 Parshas Vayera: one for all, all for one
Parshas Vayera, one for all, all for one
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of our homeland, Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies.
May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza from harm and return them immediately.
May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack.
May G-d grant a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack.
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Our Parsha begins with G-d appearing to Avraham Avinu just after having a circumcision. To ease his pain, G-d made the sun exceptionally hot so there would be no travelers for Avraham to host in his tent.
But after seeing how much it bothered Avraham that he had no one to help, G-d sent three angels in the form of men to visit him.
We learn the secret behind the job of each angel and the lesson of unity during these tragic times.
8 min
October 27, 2023 Parshas Lech Lecha: journey to the unknown
Parshas Lech Lecha, journey to the unknown
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of our land, Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies.
May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza from harm and return them immediately.
May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack.
May G-d grant a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack.
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Our Parsha introduces us to the father of the Jewish nation, Avraham Avinu. He is commanded to leave his birthplace and hometown and go on an unknown journey led by G-d.
We learn the significance and importance of this powerful Journey.
8 min
October 19, 2023 Parshas Noach: Am Yisroel Chai
Parshas Noach, Am Yisroel Chai
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of our land, Eretz Yisroel.
May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies.
May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza from harm and return them immediately.
May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack.
May G-d grant a complete and speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack.
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Our Parsha introduces Noach, a man who remained faithful to G-d while the rest of society descended into chaos and anarchy. G-d told Noach that a Mabul (flood) would soon destroy all of civilization.
Only he and his family would survive in a Teviah, an ark he was to build. He was given the ark's dimensions and commanded to bring 7 of every kosher animal and a pair of every non-kosher animal.
We learned from this Torah portion, where we get the strength to continue and endure despite all odds and circumstances!
8 min
September 29, 2023 The Ushpizin, our heavenly guests, the Sukkos Perspective
The Ushpizin, our heavenly guests, the Sukkos Perspective
The Sukkos Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and Ruchma Leah Bas Sarah. May all those who need, experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
The Sukkos Perspective is in loving memory of Reuven Ben Yaakov, Leah Mintche Bas Yaakov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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We are about to celebrate Sukkos, the holiday of immense joy and happiness. The central theme of the holiday can be found in the davening, "Zman Simchaseinu- the time of our happiness."
This happiness is due to the miraculous Clouds of Glory that protected the Jewish nation during the forty years in the desert.
We learn about the Ushpizin, our heavenly guests and why they visit us on Sukkos!
6 min
September 24, 2023 A joyous day, the Yom Kippur Perspective
A joyous day, the Yom Kippur Perspective
The Yom Kippur Perspective is sponsored by the Pollak and Persin families. May they be signed and sealed in the books of life, health and prosperity.
The Yom Kippur Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and Ruchma Leah Bas Sarah. May all those who need, experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
The Yom Kippur Perspective is in loving memory of Reuven Ben Yaakov, Leah Mintche Bas Yaakov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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We are about to begin the holiest time of the year, Yom Kippur, the day of forgiveness. A day we abstain from physical enjoyment to feel the immense holiness that is obvious during this time.
A day that its loftiness alone atones for our sins against G-d. A day that our most authentic self is glowing, the essence of our soul.
We learn why Yom Kippur is the happiest day of the year!
7 min
September 21, 2023 Parshas Haazinu, His just ways
Parshas Haazinu, His just ways
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna. May all those who need experience a complete and speedy recovery with G-d's help.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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This week is Shabbos Shuvah, the Shabbos of Teshuva. Commencing with Rosh Hashanah, we embark on the Aseres Ymey Teshuva, the ten days dedicated to Teshuva, culminating in Yom Kippur.
Most of our Torah portion is a profound song with lasting significance; it was sung by Moshe on the day he passed away. He calls the the heavens and earth as witnesses as he reminds the nation that G-d is just and the source of all their blessings.
We find the deeper translation of the word הצור - The rock.
We gain some perspective as we approach the holiest time of the year, Yom Kippur, the day of atonement.
8 min
September 15, 2023 Commit to G-d, The Rosh Hashanah Perspective
Commit to G-d, The Rosh Hashanah Perspective
The Rosh Hashanah Perspective is sponsored by the Pollak family in honor of the birth of their daughter, Emunah! May they continue to raise her in ways of G-d, His Torah and Mitzvahs!
The Rosh Hashanah Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and Ruchma Leah Bas Sarah. May all those who need, experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.
The Rosh Hashanah Perspective is in loving memory of Reuven Ben Yaakov, Leah Mintche Bas Yaakov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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We are about to celebrate Rosh Hashanah and begin a new year on the day G-d created the first human beings, Adam and Chava.
It is a time when G-d, in his Divine wisdom, sits on His holy throne as the fate of every being is decided.
The sounds of the Shofar will blast as we crown G-d as our King, putting our faith and trust in His majesty and supreme sovereignty.
Akeida's Yitzchak, the binding of Yitzchak, one of the most meaningful stories of all of Judaism.
May we all be blessed with a year of purpose and meaning. A year of strength and health. A year of true happiness and prosperity!
10 min
September 07, 2023 Parshas Nitzavim & Vayelech, covenant of unity
Parshas Nitzavim & Vayelech, covenant of unity

The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna. May all those who need experience a complete and speedy recovery with G-d's help.

The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.

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Our Torah portions are always read on the Shabbos before Rosh Hashanah, for it has some of the most fundamental principles in all Judaism.

We begin with Moshe Rabbeinu gathering the people he led out of Egypt one final time. He emphasizes that we are all identical and equal in the eyes of G-d, our heavenly Father.

We find out why these words are considered to be a song.

We learn the intent behind the intention behind the concealment and disguise of our Father in heaven.
8 min
August 31, 2023 Parshas Ki Tsavo, illuminate our path
Parshas Ki Tsavo, illuminate our path
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Harav Amitai Ben Shoshana and Ruchma Leah Bas Sarah. May all those who need experience a speedy and quick recovery with G-d's help.
The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha continues with Moshe's final address to the Jewish people. He begins by teaching the laws applicable once the Jewish nation settles in Israel.
The first commandment is Bikurim, the Mitzvah of bringing the first fruits of each year's harvest to the Beis Hamikdash.
This commandment specifically pertains to seven fruits: wheat, barley, dates, figs, grapes, pomegranates, and olives.
We find out what was written with the Torah on the large set of stones?
We learn the significance of what was inscribed, and how it was cemented for eternity!
7 min