The Parsha Perspective

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

The Parsha Perspective episodes

October 28, 2021 Parshas Chayei Sarah, perpetually blessed
Parshas Chayei Sarah, perpetually blessed

This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.

This week's Parsha Perspective in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Shaul Ben Berta & Sasson Bezalel Ben Batia.

This past week on the 20th of Cheshvan was the first Yahrzeit of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks of blessed memory. His many teachings and books have inspired me and millions across the globe to deepen their relationship with Hashem. May his memory be a blessing to us all.

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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 was to be used as a family burial plot for the next generations.

We find how Avraham felt blessed.

We see this powerful Lesson exemplified by Rabbi Lord Jonathan sacks of blessed memory.
7 min
October 21, 2021 Parshas Vayera: expect only of yourself
Parshas Vayera, expect only of yourself

The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of my grandfather Yaakov Yosef ben Aryeh Leib, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia, & Tzvi Ben Yosef. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.

The Parsha Perspective in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Shaul Ben Berta & Sasson Bezalel Ben Batia.

This week's Parsha Perspective is in honor of the birthday of Yael Liskovich. May Hashem bless her and her husband, Aaron with a year of health success, and happiness.

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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 find why the Torah details that they wash their feet?

We learn why not to have expectations of others.
7 min
October 14, 2021 Parshas Lech Lecha: search for peace
Parshas Lech Lecha, search for peace

The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.

The Parsha Perspective in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Shaul Ben Berta & Sasson Bezalel Ben Batia.

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Our Parsha introduces us to the father of the Jewish nation, Avraham Avinu.

He is given a command to leave his birthplace and hometown and go on an unknown journey led by G-d. Soon after Avraham leaves, he arrives in the land of Cana’an accompanied by his wife, Sarah, and his nephew, Lot.

We find out why we are told which nations were living on the land at that time.

We learn the fundamental requirement of life.
7 min
October 08, 2021 Parshas Noach: happiness and joy!
Parshas Noach, happiness and joy!

The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.

The Parsha Perspective in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Shaul Ben Berta & Sasson Bezalel Ben Batia.

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Our Parsha begins by introducing Noach, a man who remained faithful to G-d while the rest of society descended into chaos.

Noach was told by G-d that a Mabul (flood) would soon destroy all of civilization, and only he and his family would survive in an ark that he was to build.

We find why the Torah repeats that Noach did as he was commanded?

We learn the importance of bringing passion to everything we do.
6 min
September 20, 2021 The untouched waters, the Sukkos Perspective
The untouched waters, the Sukkos Perspective.
The Sukkos Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, and Shlomo Ben Edward. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
The Sukkos Perspective in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Shaul Ben Berta, Sasson Bezalel Ben Batia & Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Tova Basha.
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We are about to embark upon the holiday of Sukkos, a celebration of immense joy and happiness.
We observe the Chag by eating, drinking, and spending as much time as possible in the Sukkah.
We also bind together the Arba minim (four types of fruit), an Esrog (citron), a Lulav (palm branch), three Hadassim (myrtle twigs), and two Arovos (willow twigs). On each day we make a brocha over them and shake them in each direction.
We find the history of the Simchas Beis Hashoevah!
We learn the depth behind the Nisuch Hamayim - the water libation.
6 min
September 15, 2021 Seeing ourselves in others, the Yom Kippur Perspective
Seeing ourselves in others, the Yom Kippur perspective

The Yom Kippur perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, and Shlomo Ben Edward. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.

The Yom Kippur perspective in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Shaul Ben Berta, Sasson Bezalel Ben Batia & Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Tova Basha.

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We are about to begin the holiest time of the year, the day of forgiveness, Yom Kippur.

A day that 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.

We find out why the Kohen Gadol did not wear gold in the Kodesh HaKodashim, the holy of Holies.

We learn the only way to look at others.
6 min
September 10, 2021 Parshas Vayelech, the book of legacy
Parshas Vayelech, the book of legacy.

The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of my great uncle, HaRav Sholom Ben HaRav Yakkov, Edward Ben Efraim, and Shlomo Ben Edward. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.

The Parsha Perspective in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Shaul Ben Berta, Sasson Bezalel Ben Batia, Chana Bas Esther & Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Tova Basha.

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This is a special Shabbos called Shabbos Shuvah- the Shabbos of repentance. Beginning with Rosh Hashanah, we enter the Aseres Ymey Teshuva - the 10 days of repentance that conclude with Yom Kippur.

Our Parsha begins on the last day of Moshe Rabbeinu’s life. He says to the Jewish people (31:2-3), “Today I am one hundred and twenty years old and can no longer continue, since G-d has said to me, you shall not cross the Jordan River.

He then gives the final two Mitzvahs of the Torah, the Hakhel ceremony, and the writing of a Sefer Torah.

We find out why these two Mitzvahs?

We learn what is Moshe's true legacy!
6 min
September 05, 2021 Your request of G-d, the Rosh Hashanah Perspective
Your request of G-d, the Rosh Hashanah Perspective.

The Rosh Hashanah Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim and Shlomo Ben Edward. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing for their families.

The Rosh Hashanah Perspective in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Shaul Ben Berta, Sasson Bezalel Ben Batia, Chana Bas Esther & Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Tova Basha.
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We are about to begin a new year and celebrate Rosh Hashanah, the day G-d created Adam and Chava.

It is a time when G-d sits on His holy throne of judgment as the fate of every being is decided. But it is also the day that crown G-d as our King, putting our faith and trust in his majesty and sovereignty.

We find out why Chana's prayer is used as the primary example of what prayer should resemble.

We learn why we should ask for physical blessings on Rosh Hashanah.
6 min
September 02, 2021 Parshas Nitzavim, working until we achieve.
Parshas Nitzavim, working until we achieve.

This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim and Shlomo Ben Edward. As well as in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Shaul Ben Berta, Sasson Bezalel Ben Batia, & Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Tova Basha.

This week's Parsha Perspective is in honor of Moshe and Ohr Miriam Pershin's anniversary. May Hashem bless them with many more years of happiness, health, and nachas.

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We find out what are the conditions for the ultimate redemption.

We learn what type Teshuva - Repentance takes you until G-d.
6 min
August 26, 2021 Parshas Ki Tsavo, the intent of intention.
Parshas Ki Tsavo, the intent of intention

This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim and Shlomo Ben Edward. As well as in honor of the Refuah Shlema of Shaul Ben Berta, Sasson Bezalel Ben Batia, Chana Bas Esther & Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Tova Basha.

This week's Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eli Tzvi Edelshtain Bar Mitzvah. May he merit to be a G-d-fearing, and inspiring young Jewish man!

This week's Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Bris of David Yechezkel. May he and his family be blessed with much health, happiness, and nachas!

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Our Parsha continues Moshe’s final address to the Jewish people. He begins by teaching the laws applicable once the Jewish nation settles down in Israel.

The first commandment is Bikurim, the Mitzvah of bringing the first fruits of each year’s harvest to the Beis Hamikdash.

This Mitzvah only applies to seven fruits and produce that Israel is known for wheat, barley, dates, figs, grapes, pomegranates, and olives.

We find out why we must proclaim innocence to mistakes we probably did not do!

We find out the true intent of intention!
7 min