The Exodus isn't just a freedom story — it's the Torah's first argument about gatekeeping.

Pharaoh asks a simple question: "Who exactly is going?" — mi va-mi ha-holchim. Moses answers with a revolution: Everyone.

Key Takeaways

1. Who's going?" really means "Who counts?
2. Inclusion isn't modern — it's Torah.
3. Presence matters more than status.

Timestamps

[00:00] Pharaoh's Question: Who's Going?

[01:26] Introduction to Madlik and This Week's Topic

[01:58] The Essence of Hasidism and Inclusion

[05:03] Exploring the Exodus Story

[07:14] Moses' Radical Answer to Pharaoh

[17:08] Modern Interpretations and Commentary

[20:45] The Inclusive Revolution in Judaism

[27:35] Concluding Thoughts and Reflections

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