Sefer Devarim

Two mountains, same soil and sun, one flourished and one stayed bare. Re'eh asks what we choose to see as Elul begins.

Before Hashem asks us to return, He comforts us. That's the order of the seven haftarot of consolation, and it's the heart of Parashat Eikev. This shiur moves from the shiva d'nechemta through the meaning of "eikev," the five parts of Birkat Hamazon, and the lesson of Avraham and Sarah, closing with a story of the Minchat Yitzchak that shows why we never give in to despair.

Tisha B'Av is over — but the davening shouldn't stop. This shiur explores why Hashem promises a double nechamah, what Moshe Rabbeinu's 515 tefillos teach us about never giving up, and how the large letters of Shema remind us to look beyond human understanding.

We say the words every day — Uvnei Yerushalayim, Im eshkachech Yerushalayim — but do we feel them? This Shabbos Chazon, a tender look at why our tears in the night still matter, and why Hashem trusts us, more than we trust ourselves, to bring the Beis HaMikdash home.

As Rosh Hashanah approaches, Atem Nitzavim reminds us that every person stands before Hashem with the power to shape their year. Through reflection, gratitude, and teshuvah, we open our hearts to mercy and spiritual growth. The shofar calls us to awaken, connect, and inspire kindness in ourselves and others.

Parashat Ki Tavo, always read before Rosh Hashanah, reminds us to end the year with its curses and begin the new one with blessings. Through the mitzvah of bikkurim, the painful imagery of the klalot, and David HaMelech’s lessons of faith, we are called to gratitude, teshuvah, and spiritual awakening. As Elul draws to a close, this parasha teaches us to thank Hashem in every circumstance, serve Him with joy, and daven not only for ourselves but for all of Klal Yisrael.

Parashat Ki Teitzei teaches us how to fight life’s battles with honesty, faith, and mitzvot. As Elul prepares us for Rosh Hashanah, we strengthen emunah through Tehillim and return to Hashem with love.

As we enter Elul with Parashat Shoftim, the Torah calls us to create our own spiritual “cities of refuge.” Just as judges and officers safeguard society, we must appoint inner judges and guards over our eyes, ears, mouth, and heart. Elul is our time to reflect, move our borders forward, and crown Hashem as King in preparation for Rosh Hashanah.

As Elul begins, the Torah’s message is clear: Hayom—start today. Elul calls us to love Hashem, care for others, open our hearts, and give generously, so we may enter the Yamim Noraim with renewal and blessing.

This week’s parasha, Eikev, reminds us that life’s greatest blessings aren’t always the grand miracles, but the quiet, steady gifts we often overlook. From the broken Luchot preserved in the Aron to the “small” mitzvot that anchor our days, Moshe teaches us to value every fragment, every act, every grain of wheat. Even in times of loss, gratitude and faith can renew us—and the greatest wealth is what we share with others.

Shabbos Nachamu begins the seven haftarot of consolation, offering a message of hope after Tisha B’Av. From Yeshayahu’s words of comfort to lessons from Moshe Rabbeinu and the joy of Tu B’Av, this week invites us to rebuild with faith, unity, and renewed enthusiasm.

A heartfelt reflection on Tisha B’Av, the Beit HaMikdash, and our Father’s eternal love—even in destruction. Discover the tears that heal, the longing that rebuilds, and the promise of Geulah.

Good morning, everyone. I know it’s vacation season in both Europe and the United States, and many of us are on break. But even during...

As Shabbat Chazon and Parashat Devarim converge, we reflect on the vision of Yeshayahu, the rebuke of Moshe Rabbeinu, and the eternal cry of Eicha. What can we learn from their messages today? How do words, insight, and responsibility shape our path from galut to geulah? This heartfelt message inspires us to see, speak, and act with purpose.

As Tisha B'Av approaches, Parshat Devarim and Shabbat Chazon highlight "Avak Lashon Hara" and baseless hatred as exile's roots. We must recognize disunity's impact, as Kamsa and Bar Kamtza show. Hashem desires unity. This period urges introspection, cultivating empathy and love. Our longing for the Beit HaMikdash hinges on strengthened relationships. Prioritize unity for redemption.

Parashat Ekev reminds us that even the mitzvot we may consider small or easy—those we "tread on with our heels"—carry tremendous spiritual weight. Moshe Rabbeinu teaches us to keep Hashem’s commandments not with burden, but with joy. What makes these mitzvot so powerful? And why is simcha such a central theme in our avodat Hashem?

Good morning, everyone. Today, I want to begin with a heartfelt tribute to a very dear friend and neighbor, Mrs. Miriam Kampf, Miriam bas...

This week, Hashem is whispering to your Neshama: “Return to Me.” In the haunting song of Ha’azinu, in Yonah’s desperate cry from the depths, and in the quiet moments of Vidui, our souls are called to awaken. Discover how Hashem—like a tender eagle, like a weeping father—waits to carry us home with love and mercy.

After Yom Kippur, embrace renewed hope and joy. This article unpacks Sukkot's profound lessons: the power of Mitzvah preparation, finding happiness in divine protection, and the eternal value of Torah. Discover how every act of faith contributes to a year of profound connection and blessings.

As Rosh Hashanah approaches, Parashat Ki Tavo calls us to reflect deeply. Through the mitzvah of Bikurim and Moshe’s rebukes, we are reminded to serve Hashem with joy, unity, and gratitude. From historical suffering to personal blessings, the Torah urges us to look back, acknowledge Hashem’s kindness, and rejoice in what we have. Real teshuvah begins with heartfelt hakarat hatov.