A story about the Arizal and Rav Shlomo Alkabetz teaches us about recognizing opportunities that come in life. We also explore how Moshe encouraged Aaron to approach the Mizbeach despite his embarrassment over the sin of the golden calf, showing us that we are chosen for our service regardless of past failures. Originally produced by JFoundations.

On Tzav and Parah, we explore the test of emunah in difficult times, especially regarding yeshiva students and the spiritual defense of the Jewish people. Rabbi Liff discusses how true faith means recognizing that only Hashem protects us, not physical power alone. Originally produced by JFoundations.

We begin Sefer Vayikra and learn about the korbanos, understanding from a young age that avodah requires contemplation and elevation. Rabbi Liff also discusses Purim, the importance of accepting the Torah with complete commitment, and shares about Rav Moshe Sternbuch's mother and her dedication to raising her children as Jews. Originally produced by JFoundations.

The parsha concludes with the cloud and fire of Hashem's presence filling the Mishkan, teaching us that Hashem is with us in both good times and difficult times. Rabbi Liff shares the recent miracle of Rav Tzvi Koshalevsky, an 87-year-old rosh yeshiva whose wife gave birth to a healthy baby boy, as a powerful example of unwavering emunah. Originally produced by JFoundations.

The parsha teaches us that we need each other to become whole, just as the half-shekel reminds us that no one stands alone. Rabbi Liff connects this to Shabbos as a time of achdus, and reflects on the current challenges facing Klal Yisrael and our need for togetherness and teshuvah. Originally produced by JFoundations.

We explore the opening of Parashas Ki Sisa and what the half shekel teaches us about tzedakah and sharing with others. Rabbi Liff shares insights from the Vilna Gaon and a powerful story from Rav Nosson Tzvi Finkel about the true lesson of caring for one another. Originally produced by JFoundations.

Rabbi Liff reflects on Purim Katan and the halacha of maintaining simcha even in times of tzarah, drawing from the Shulchan Aruch's teaching that we set aside tachanun on these days. He explores the concept of tamid, constant practice, through the Karban Tamid and the Ramah's instruction to always have a good heart and mishta, connecting this to how we serve Hashem with consistency regardless of circumstances. Originally produced by JFoundations.

My Niggun משכנס אדר מרבה בשמחה

Rabbi Liff opens with personal gratitude for a successful medical procedure and reflections on tefillah for the sick in the hospital setting. He then explores the Midrash on the Mishkan, where Hashem compares giving the Torah to a king giving his precious daughter, and shares insights from Rav Shach on our relationship with Hashem through Torah and the preparation of the Atzei Shittim. Originally produced by JFoundations.

The parsha concludes with Moshe receiving the luchos on Sinai, and through Yeshua's devotion in waiting below, we learn about the essential relationship between student and teacher in receiving Torah. Rabbi Liff shares a story of the Belzer Rebbe's mesirus nefesh during the Holocaust to obtain matzos for Pesach. Originally produced by JFoundations.