The stories of Avraham highlight the approach to responding to rebuke, particularly when a clarification is available.
Read MoreThe introduction of Avraham highlights his unique greatness, based on his background.
Read MoreThe differing lasting legacies of Noach and Avraham teach important lessons in the world of influence.
Read MoreThe creation and subsequent events of Adam and Chava teach an important lesson of having appreciation, and its potential pitfalls.
Read MoreThe Torah teaches that a correct deed may result in a potential taint. This is important to realize and then deal with the ramifications.
Read MoreThe Jews in the desert were divided into two generations. The latter learned from the former, and were guided by Moshe to do so correctly.
Read MoreThe best way to avoid foolishness is to engage in productive work.
Read MoreIn our service of Hashem, we can easily become distracted by details, losing sight of the basis of everything. We must not allow this to happen.
Read MoreTo anticipate the Geula is to await the recognition of Hashem by all mankind.
Read MoreAdvice is best given when practical and relevant, and a real leader is the one who perseveres through the pushback.
Read MoreWe are not slaves to any man, but rather only serve Hashem.
Read MoreFame and fortune are fuel to be used for the appropriate reasons and causes.
Read MoreMan needs to know his position in this world, in order to fulfill his mission.
Read MoreTo live in Hashem’s Palace, we need to be Prince-like.
Read MoreFighting and peace can certainly coexist.
Read MoreThere is a fine line between real change, and the counterfeit kind.
Read MoreThe ideas of spiritual purity, and lack thereof, are somewhat intangible.
Read MoreAbsorb your Rebbi’s Torah, not his machlokes.
Read MoreDealing with corruption requires calculation. Two approaches are presented in Parshas Shelach.
Read MoreRebuke must always be given with love.
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