Prism of Torah illuminates the depths of Jewish wisdom through a weekly exploration of the parasha and Jewish holidays. Reb Asaf Aharon Prisman masterfully blends profound insights with practical guidance, unlocking the layers of meaning in each Torah portion through the four main aspects: Pshat, Remez, Drash, and Sod. Cultivate your connection with Hashem and apply timeless wisdom to your daily life. Contact us: prismoftorah@gmail.com Produced by Eli Podcast Productions
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The archive of the famous Prism of Torah podcast Get your weekly inspiration, and stories with this podcast. We take a deep dive into the week's Parsha and understand it in a deep way. Be a beacon of light to others, take these ideas and share them at your Shabbos table. Your weekly Dvar Torah by Reb Asaf Aron Prisman. Questions feel free to email: prismoftorah@gmail.com Apple podcast: https://bit.ly/3RqLgIq Google Podcast: https://bit.ly/3AZuoTL Spotify: https://bit.ly/3CIMoDc Or wherever y ...
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Parshas Vayigash - Breaking Free From External Chains
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What makes someone truly royal in Hashem's eyes? When Yehuda confronted the Egyptian viceroy, the other brothers stood back, saying "Let them fight - they are both kings." But how could they view Yehuda as a king when he had fallen from his previous status? This fascinating episode uncovers a profound understanding of true leadership that transform…
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Parshas Vayigash - Breaking Free From External Chains
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Parshas Vayigash - Breaking Free From External Chains What makes someone truly royal in Hashem's eyes? When Yehuda confronted the Egyptian viceroy, the other brothers stood back, saying "Let them fight - they are both kings." But how could they view Yehuda as a king when he had fallen from his previous status? This fascinating episode uncovers a pr…
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Parshas Miketz -The Gift of Letting Go
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Why would Yosef thank Hashem for helping him forget his father's household? And why name his firstborn Menashe to commemorate forgetting, while his second son Ephraim celebrates success? In this week's Parshas Miketz, we uncover a revolutionary understanding from Rav Pinchas Shapiro of Koretz that transforms our perspective on forgiveness, memory, …
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Seize the Moment & Tap into the Segulot of Chanukah
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Why is Chanukah the time to Ask Hashem for things beyond Nature? Why is Chanukah the only chag that we have Mehadrin min Hamehadrin? In this VERY short, deep and practical Dvar Torah you will never want to waste the precious 30 min. after lighting your chanukah candles again...
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Parshas Miketz -The Gift of Letting Go
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Parshas Vayeishev - Recipe for Success
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This week's episode is sponsored by the Weitzner family in memory of Leah Yetta bas Shmuel Zanvel Why does the Torah detail Yosef's seemingly mundane search for his brothers? And why specifically was it the angel Gavriel who found him wandering? This week's parsha reveals a profound insight about maintaining clarity in life's most challenging momen…
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Parshas Vayeishev - Recipe for Success
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This weeks episode is sponsored by the Weitzner family in memory of Leah Yetta bas Shmuel Zanvel Why does the Torah detail Yosef's seemingly mundane search for his brothers? And why specifically was it the angel Gavriel who found him wandering? This week's parsha reveals a profound insight about maintaining clarity in life's most challenging moment…
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Parshas Vayishlach - Wrestling With Shadows
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Why did Yaakov demand to know the angel's name, and what deeper meaning lies in its refusal to answer? What lessons does the injury to the Gid Hanasheh teach us about our spiritual struggles? This week's parsha offers profound insights into identifying and confronting our true adversaries. Through examining Yaakov's nighttime battle, we uncover bot…
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Why did Yaakov demand to know the angel's name, and what deeper meaning lies in its refusal to answer? What lessons does the injury to the Gid Hanasheh teach us about our spiritual struggles? This week's parsha offers profound insights into identifying and confronting our true adversaries. Through examining Yaakov's nighttime battle, we uncover bot…
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Parshas Vayeitze - When All Doors Close, Heaven Opens
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When do our deepest prayers finally break through? What happens when we realize that even our closest supporters - our spouse, our teachers, even great tzaddikim - can't help us anymore? In this exploration of Parshas Vayetze, we uncover a stunning insight about why Hashem sometimes seems to close every door except one. Through the profound stories…
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Parshas Vayeitze - When All Doors Close, Heaven Opens
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When do our deepest prayers finally break through? What happens when we realize that even our closest supporters - our spouse, our teachers, even great tzaddikim - can't help us anymore? In this exploration of Parshas Vayetze, we uncover a stunning insight about why Hashem sometimes seems to close every door except one. Through the profound stories…
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Parshas Toldos - Break Free From Autopilot
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Ever wonder why going through the motions feels spiritually empty, even when you're doing everything right? This week, we tackle a paradox that might shake up your perspective: Sometimes, growing up with a silver spoon of spirituality presents the greatest challenge to authentic Avodas Hashem. Through an eye-opening analysis of Yitzchak's Tefillos,…
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Parshas Toldos - Break Free From Autopilot
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Ever wonder why going through the motions feels spiritually empty, even when you're doing everything right? This week, we tackle a paradox that might shake up your perspective: Sometimes, growing up with a silver spoon of spirituality presents the greatest challenge to authentic Avodas Hashem. Through an eye-opening analysis of Yitzchak's Tefillos,…
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Parshas Chayei Sarah - Walking The Talk
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"The Righteous say little and do much, while the Wicked say much and do little" - but why does how much we talk define our righteousness? Shouldn't actions alone matter? In this eye-opening episode, we uncover a revolutionary understanding of human nature through the lens of Avraham Avinu's behavior in contrast to Ephron's. Through Reb Yerucham, th…
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Parshas Chayei Sarah - Walking The Talk
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"The Righteous say little and do much, while the Wicked say much and do little" - but why does how much we talk define our righteousness? Shouldn't actions alone matter? In this eye-opening episode, we uncover a revolutionary understanding of human nature through the lens of Avraham Avinu's behavior in contrast to Ephron's. Through Reb Yerucham, th…
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Parshas Vayera - Is Your Chesed Really Kind?
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How can giving less sometimes mean giving more? What's the hidden wisdom behind Avraham Avinu's seemingly stingy water portion to his guests? This week's episode uncovers a fascinating paradox in Parshas Vayera that challenges our understanding of true chesed. Through the lens of Avraham's careful hospitality and Sarah's miraculous nursing, we disc…
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Parshas Vayera - Is Your Chesed Really Kind?
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How can giving less sometimes mean giving more? What's the hidden wisdom behind Avraham Avinu's seemingly stingy water portion to his guests? This week's episode uncovers a fascinating paradox in Parshas Vayera that challenges our understanding of true chesed. Through the lens of Avraham's careful hospitality and Sarah's miraculous nursing, we disc…
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Lech Lecha - Which World Are You Living In?
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Lech Lecha- Which World Are You Living In? What profound message lies behind Hashem's seemingly reverse-ordered command to Avraham to leave his land before his birthplace and father's house? Why does the Torah describe Lot's capture with such unusual grammar - interrupting his identity as "Avram's nephew" with mention of his possessions? Through a …
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Lech Lecha- Which World Are You Living In?
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Lech Lecha- Which World Are You Living In? What profound message lies behind Hashem's seemingly reverse-ordered command to Avraham to leave his land before his birthplace and father's house? Why does the Torah describe Lot's capture with such unusual grammar - interrupting his identity as "Avram's nephew" with mention of his possessions? Through a …
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Why does the Torah seemingly describe the Mabul in passive terms, without explicitly mentioning Hashem's direct involvement? And what makes the nachash's punishment of having readily available food actually a severe consequence rather than a blessing? In this episode, we uncover profound insights about Hashem's relationship with His creation and wh…
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Why does the Torah seemingly describe the Mabul in passive terms, without explicitly mentioning Hashem's direct involvement? And what makes the nachash's punishment of having readily available food actually a severe consequence rather than a blessing? In this episode, we uncover profound insights about Hashem's relationship with His creation and wh…
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Hoshana Rabbah - Your Last Chance Why is Hoshana Rabbah compared to Yom Kippur? What hidden power lies within this often-overlooked day? Delve into the mystical depths of Hoshana Rabbah and uncover its profound connection to teshuvah, judgment, and unity. This episode explores the fascinating concept of two distinct systems of repentance, revealing…
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The sukkah, with its inherent discomforts, paradoxically symbolizes the pinnacle of joy—our Zman Simchaseinu. How can the experience of exile hold the key to true happiness when, on the surface, it seems to totally contradict the theme of happiness? What profound wisdom lies in reading Koheles, with its seemingly bleak outlook, during this joyous f…
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The sukkah, with its inherent discomforts, paradoxically symbolizes the pinnacle of joy—our Zman Simchaseinu. How can the experience of exile hold the key to true happiness when, on the surface, it seems to totally contradict the theme of happiness? What profound wisdom lies in reading Koheles, with its seemingly bleak outlook, during this joyous f…
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Yom Kippur- United in Our Differences
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Why were the elders weeping when accusing the Kohen Gadol, despite following Halacha? What motivated a Rebbe to seek forgiveness from his Talmid for 13 consecutive years on Erev Yom Kippur, even when blameless? Uncover the profound message behind these puzzling accounts and the Rambam's insights on them. How does Yom Kippur elevate us to an angelic…
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Why is Hoshana Rabbah compared to Yom Kippur? What hidden power lies within this often-overlooked day? Delve into the mystical depths of Hoshana Rabbah and uncover its profound connection to teshuvah, judgment, and unity. This episode explores the fascinating concept of two distinct systems of repentance, revealing how our actions ripple through Kl…
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Yom Kippur- United in Our Differences
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Yom Kippur - United in Our Differences Why were the elders weeping when accusing the Kohen Gadol, despite following Halacha? What motivated a Rebbe to seek forgiveness from his Talmid for 13 consecutive years on Erev Yom Kippur, even when blameless? Uncover the profound message behind these puzzling accounts and the Rambam's insights on them. How d…
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Rosh Hashanah - Last-Minute Prep for Rosh Hashanah
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What if one powerful choice could transform your entire year? How can you tap into Hashem's boundless chesed during the High Holidays? In this eye-opening episode, Reb Asaf Aharon Prisman reveals a profound secret from Parshas Nitzavim that will forever change your Rosh Hashanah experience. Discover how a subtle shift in mindset can open the floodg…
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Rosh Hashanah - Last-Minute Prep for Rosh Hashanah
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What if one powerful choice could transform your entire year? How can you tap into Hashem's boundless chesed during the High Holidays? In this eye-opening episode, Reb Asaf Aharon Prisman reveals a profound secret from Parshas Nitzavim that will forever change your Rosh Hashanah experience. Discover how a subtle shift in mindset can open the floodg…
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Parshas Netzavim/Vayeilech - Minimal Effort, Maximum Elevation
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Whose responsibility is it to remove the barriers separating us from Hashem - ours or His? There appears to be a head-on contradiction between Parshas Ekev and Parshas Nitzavim. Discover the profound insights hidden within the words "HaNistaros" and "HaNiglos," and explore the deeper meaning behind the heavenly voice that calls out to us during Elu…
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Parshas Netzavim/Vayeilech - Minimal Effort, Maximum Elevation
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Whose responsibility is it to remove the barriers separating us from Hashem - ours or His? There appears to be a head-on contradiction between Parshas Ekev and Parshas Nitzavim. Discover the profound insights hidden within the words "HaNistaros" and "HaNiglos," and explore the deeper meaning behind the heavenly voice that calls out to us during Elu…
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Parshas Ki Savo: Unlocking Your Spiritual ATM
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In Parshas Ki Savo, we encounter a puzzling question: why would we receive such severe curses simply for doing mitzvos without Simcha? We will also tackle the question of what is the repetitiveness in the Tehillim we say twice a day in Elul, "L'Dovid Ori," as Dovid HaMelech says, "One I ask (Sheilah)... this is what I am requesting (Bakasha)"? Unco…
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Ki Savo: Unlocking Your Spiritual ATM
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In Parshas Ki Savo, we encounter a puzzling question: why would we receive such severe curses simply for doing mitzvos without Simcha? We will also tackle the question of what is the repetitiveness in the Tehillim we say twice a day in Elul, "L'Dovid Ori," as Dovid HaMelech says, "One I ask (Sheilah)... this is what I am requesting (Bakasha)"? Unco…
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Parshas Ki Seitzei: When Opposites Attract Blessings
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Have you ever wondered why the mitzvos of kibud av v'eim and shiluach haken, despite their stark differences, share the same reward of arichas yamim? The Vilna Gaon reveals a profound insight that connects these mitzvos to our spiritual growth, demonstrating how even the most challenging tests can bring us closer to Hashem. Discover the key to achi…
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Parshas Ki Seitzei: When Opposites Attract Blessings
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Have you ever wondered why the mitzvos of kibud av v'eim and shiluach haken, despite their stark differences, share the same reward of arichas yamim? The Vilna Gaon reveals a profound insight that connects these mitzvos to our spiritual growth, demonstrating how even the most challenging tests can bring us closer to Hashem. Discover the key to achi…
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Parshas Shoftim- When Right Feels Wrong
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Parshas Shoftim- When Right Feels Wrong What profound wisdom lies hidden in the Torah's instruction to follow our sages, even when their guidance seems to contradict our own intuition? How can the unique perspective of our rabbis help us navigate life's complexities and stay true to Hashem's will? Join us as we delve into the deeper implications of…
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Parshas Shoftim- When Right Feels Wrong
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Parshas Shoftim- When Right Feels Wrong What profound wisdom lies hidden in the Torah's instruction to follow our sages, even when their guidance seems to contradict our own intuition? How can the unique perspective of our rabbis help us navigate life's complexities and stay true to Hashem's will? Join us as we delve into the deeper implications of…
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Parshas Reeh - Home Court Advantage in The Game of Life
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Have you ever wondered how the seemingly innocent environments we inhabit can profoundly shape our spiritual journey? What if the very act of witnessing others' behaviors could influence your own neshamah, even without your conscious awareness? In this eye-opening episode of "Prism of Torah," we delve into Parshas Re'eh's hidden wisdom, uncovering …
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Parshas Reeh - Home Court Advantage in The Game of Life
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Have you ever wondered how the seemingly innocent environments we inhabit can profoundly shape our spiritual journey? What if the very act of witnessing others' behaviors could influence your own neshamah, even without your conscious awareness? In this eye-opening episode of "Prism of Torah," we delve into Parshas Re'eh's hidden wisdom, uncovering …
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Parshas Eikev- Short-Term Thirst, Long-Term Growth
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Why did Hashem allow enemies in Eretz Yisrael to be stronger than Klal Yisrael? What deeper meaning lies behind drinking water? How can challenges bring us closer to Hashem? In this episode of Prism of Torah, Reb Asaf Aharon Prisman explores Parshas Eikev, revealing hidden blessings within our struggles. Discover how basic needs contain the key to …
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Parshas Eikev - Short-Term Thirst, Long-Term Growth
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Why did Hashem allow enemies in Eretz Yisrael to be stronger than Klal Yisrael? What deeper meaning lies behind drinking water? How can challenges bring us closer to Hashem? In this episode of Prism of Torah, Reb Asaf Aharon Prisman explores Parshas Eikev, revealing hidden blessings within our struggles. Discover how basic needs contain the key to …
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Parshas Devarim - Honoring Others, Elevating Ourselves
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Parshas Devarim Honoring Others, Elevating Ourselves Why did Moshe Rabbeinu rebuke Klal Yisrael through hints instead of directly? What is the true power of embarrassment, and how did it lead to the Churban Beis Hamikdash? Join Reb Asaf Aharon Prisman as he delves into the vital importance of giving Kavod and avoiding embarrassing others at all cos…
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Parshas Devarim - Honoring Others, Elevating Ourselves
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Parshas Devarim Honoring Others, Elevating Ourselves Why did Moshe Rabbeinu rebuke Klal Yisrael through hints instead of directly? What is the true power of embarrassment, and how did it lead to the Churban Beis Hamikdash? Join Reb Asaf Aharon Prisman as he delves into the vital importance of giving Kavod and avoiding embarrassing others at all cos…
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Parshas Matos & Masei - Gan Eden: Are You on the Guestlist?
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This week is sponsored by the Weitzner Family, In loving memory of Esther bas Pesachye In this week's parsha, Mattos, HaKadosh Baruch Hu commands Moshe Rabbeinu to take vengeance against the Midyanim. But why does Moshe then delegate this task to others if he feels it is so vital to do so urgently? What profound lesson can we learn from this seemin…
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Parshas Matos & Masei - Gan Eden: Are You on the Guestlist?
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This week is sponsored by the Weitzner Family, In loving memory of Esther bas Pesachye In this week's Parsha, Mattos, HaKadosh Baruch Hu commands Moshe Rabbeinu to take vengeance against the Midyanim. But why does Moshe then delegate this task to others if he feels it is so vital to do so urgently? What profound lesson can we learn from this seemin…
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Parshas Pinchos - Unlocking Infinite Rewards
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לע"נ חיים בן שלום - Reb Chaim Klein What makes Pinchas's act so extraordinary that it earned him an eternal covenant of peace? How does our relationship with Hashem transform how we view Mitzvos and Aveiros? In this week's Prism of Torah, Reb Asaf Aharon Prisman Unravels the profound connection between divine service and a child's eager assistance.…
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Parshas Pinchos - Unlocking Infinite Rewards
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What makes Pinchas's act so extraordinary that it earned him an eternal covenant of peace? How does our relationship with Hashem transform the way we view mitzvos and aveiros? In this week's Prism of Torah, Reb Asaf Aharon Prisman unravels the profound connection between divine service and a child's eager assistance. Discover how performing Hashem'…
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Why did Hashem grant prophetic powers to a wicked person? Rashi explains it was to prevent other nations from excusing their misconduct. Yet, they could still argue, "With a prophet like Moshe Rabbeinu, we would have been better." What's the key to true greatness? Explore Bilaam's story and Parshas Balak's depths. This episode contrasts mere knowle…
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Parshas Balak- Honey for the Soul Why did Hashem grant prophetic powers to a wicked person? Rashi explains it was to prevent other nations from excusing their misconduct. Yet, they could still argue, "With a prophet like Moshe Rabbeinu, we would have been better." What's the key to true greatness? Explore Bilaam's story and Parshas Balak's depths. …
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Parshas Chukas- Wielding the Yetzer's Secret Weapon
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Why did Hashem orchestrate punishment through snakes? What's the deeper significance of a copper serpent on a pole? How can we use the strategy of the Yetzer Hara to our advantage? How can this be a HUGE turnaround in our Spiritual growth? This week's Parshah takes us on a journey from complaints in the desert to profound lessons about perception a…
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