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What Makes You So Holy? Between Shemos and Bamidbar

Vayikra: There is no doubt that five books of the Moshe comprise a progressive and comprehensive narrative, respective lessons notwithstanding. Yet, the book of Vayikra, seemingly, denotes a marked departure from the theme that flows through the Torah. One cannot help but note how removed this tome is from the general narrative, as well as from any significant historical context.

by Rabbi Yoseph Kahanov Jax, FL

Priorities, Priorities! Confusing The Book For The Cover

Vayakhel-Pekudei: Legend has it that the late Albert Einstein, in need of a clasp to hold together some papers from a recently completed project, spent a considerable amount of time trying to straighten-out a twisted paper clip. While struggling with the dysfunctional object, his assistant found a box of new clips. Einstein took one of the new paper clips reshaped it and used it as an instrument to repair the old bent one.

by Rabbi Yoseph Kahanov Jax, FL

The Sinful Aftermath – Clinging To Bad Ideas

Ki Tisa: The afternoon of the day that the Torah was given, Moshe ascended Mount Sinai for forty days of solitude. He spent his time studying the newly received code with its Divine author. Waiting impatiently at the foot of the mountain was the Jewish nation, who mistakenly anticipated Moshe’s arrival on the thirty ninth day.

by Rabbi Yoseph Kahanov Jax, FL

The Deeper Meaning Of Purim

The Purim story had a picture perfect ending. The evil plot designed to decimate the Jewish nation was foiled and their lives spared. Jewish leaders found themselves exalted, even as the villains hung on the very gallows meant for their Jewish targets.

by Rabbi Yoseph Kahanov Jax, FL