Discover the story of Dinah, the power of imagery, and its lessons on influence, choices, and personal growth in this insightful reflection.
Yaakov removed his feelings from his heart in order to serve Hashem in the correct way. This is the epitome of Yaakov’s midda of emess, the central ambition in his life.
Uncover the deep duality of Esav’s character, Rivka’s struggle, and profound lessons on repentance and true righteousness
The trait of emess [truthfulness] is different than we think. It does not mean one should simply act upon his true feelings, but that he should conduct himself according to what is the correct thing to do. Indeed, if a person just follows his emotions, he will lose his ability to judge and evaluate his actions.
Rav Yerucham Levovitz’s insights emphasize the critical importance of finishing a mitzvah, using lessons from Yehuda, Rabban Yochanan ben Zakai, and the concept of spiritual progeny. Learn why completing what you start matters in Torah and life.
Rabbi Mordechai Goldstein ztz”l explains the profound distinction between material rewards in this world and the true spiritual reward awaiting in the World to Come. Through the lens of Torah teachings, explore how mitzvot shape our journey toward eternal connection with the Divine.
The Rosh Yeshiva speaks about the spiritual reality involved in how Avraham could send his son
Yishmaeil (Ishmael) and his mother away, and related considerations about family life today.
In this chapter from Imrei Mordechai Vol. 2, Rabbi Mordechai Goldstein, ztz”l delves into the Jewish principles of honoring one’s rabbi, focusing on stories of Moshe, Elazar, and Yehoshua. It explores the lessons of respect, humility, and the balance of urgency with reverence, drawing insights from Talmudic teachings.
The Rosh Yeshiva discusses why a person cannot be a prophet in his native place and the reality of
influencing the world for HaShem.
The Rosh Yeshiva introduces the winter zeman (period of learning) at Diaspora Yeshiva with the importance of beginning with the right intentions, setting the right goals, and tracking results.