Divine Promises

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1. "For God is Not a Man" (Audio)

   Rabbi Chanoch Waxman |

   Parshat Balak appears to interrupt the flow of Sefer Bemidbar. Why does it belong in the Torah? This shiur explores the significance of the parallels between Parshat Balak and the Akeida story, and reveals that Parshat Balak and its placement at a momentous point in Bemidbar send an important message about God, Israel, sacrifices, and the Covenant (Brit).

2. The Covenant of Love between God and Israel (Audio)

   Prof. Jonathan Grossman | 14 minutes

   This shiur discusses the nature of the covenant as expressed in Parashat Eikev. What is the meaning behind the aparent emphasis of the  juxtaposition of the wicked and idolatrous nations and the promise to the forefathers?

3. Mishpatim: Shemitta and Modernity

   Rabbi Jonathan Snowbell | 19 minutes

   We take two pesukim as jumping off points for discussion. We look at the verse introducing the concept of Shemitta (the Sabbatical Year) and ask - how do we relate to Shemitta today? We also examine the verse promising that there will eventually be no more widowhood or sickness in the Land. How do we relate to this statement? How can we look at these concepts in the light of modern technology in a way that elevates our relationship with God?

    

4. Ki Tavo: How to Take Your Place in Jewish History - Part 2

   Rabbi David Fohrman |

   In this video, Rabbi Fohrman suggests that the pauses in the farmer’s speech are ways for him to show that he understands his place in the larger framework of Jewish history, and the promise that began back with our forefathers and came to fruition with him.

    

    

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