The Parsha Perspective

The Pesach Perspective, Legacy of Liberation The Pesach Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately. The Pesach Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. The Pesach Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com We are about to celebrate Pesach, the holiday of freedom. We meticulously clean our homes, eat the ancient and spiritual bread of Matzah, and drink four cups of wine to honor our liberation. Unfortunately, with hostages still in captivity, the Exodus narrative becomes starkly relevant. We learn how to celebrate Pesach with such pain in the present moment.

Parsha Metzora, Redemption Through Unity The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately. The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com The release date of this episode coincides with the birthday of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson. With immense dedication, the Rebbe set out to rebuild the Jewish Nation after the Holocaust, which had nearly shattered world Jewry. The Rebbe sent Shluchim, emissaries across the globe to revitalize and reinvigorate the Jewish people. Today, his emissaries are in over 1,000 cities in 100 countries and in all 50 US States, totaling more than 4,000 institutions worldwide. Our Parsha begins with the rigorous purification process a person must undergo after their Tzara'as - leprosy is pronounced healed by a Cohen. We find what the Cohen must do to help the purification process of a Metzora. We learn how we must actively participate in hastening the ultimate redemption!

Parshas Tazria, Speech and Destiny The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately. The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com Our Parsha discusses the intricate laws of Tzara'as, a skin discoloration. Since Tzara'as is understood as a physical manifestation of spiritual transgression, it renders the person who receives it ritually impure. We find why the Torah uses an uncommon to introduce the intricate laws of Tzara'as. We learn the distinctive connection between our speech and destiny.

Parshas Shemini, Bridging the Divide The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately. The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com The release date of this episode coincides with the birthday of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka on the 25th of Adar. A beacon of modesty, her legacy exemplifies the profound influence of inner strength and the power of subtle impact. May her life inspire us all to seek strength from within and live a life of purpose and dedication. Our Parsha begins as Aaron and his sons are officiated as Kohanim in the Mishkan on the eighth day of its inauguration. G-d's fire consumed the sacrifices they had brought, signaling that the divine presence was in the Mishkan. We find the mistake made with the sin offering. We learn the empathy and understanding necessary when dealing with our people worldwide.

Fast to Feast, the Purim Perspective! The Purim Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately. The Purim Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and Hinda Bas Udl, may they have a speedy and complete recovery. The Purim Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. The Purim Perspective is in honor of the health of the mind, body and soul of Yakkov Ben Yehudis and the success of Naftoli Ben Yehudis. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com The release of this episode coincides with Taanis Esther—the Fast of Esther—as we quickly approach the joyous holiday of Purim. Interestingly, Taanis Esther is unique and differs from other fast days, as demonstrated by this year's schedule that highlights its singularity. We learn the uniqueness of Taanis Esther and it's uniqueness in our post Oct 7th world! Happy Purim!

Parshas Pekudei, Sanctuary Beyond Structure The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately. The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com Our Parsha begins with Moshe making an accounting of all the gold, silver, and copper that the Jewish nation donated toward the building of the Mishkan. The two foremen in charge of its construction, Betzalel and Aliyev, brought all the completed components to Moshe for inspection. After reviewing each part, he consecrated them with special oil and placed them in their intended place. He sprinkled his brother, Aaron Hakohen, and his four sons with the same oil to initiate them into the covenant of priesthood. We find out the uniqueness of the Mishkan over the Beis Hamikdash. We learn the power of our actions as we speak toward the ultimate redemption!

Parshas Vayakhel, Commanded to Unite The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately. The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com Our Parsha begins with Moshe descending from Mt. Sinai with the second pair of Luchos. He gathered the Jewish nation to teach them the intricate laws of constructing the Mishkan. We find out why the Jewish nation was assembled the day after Moshe Rabbeinu came down from Mt. Sinai. We learn the necessity of unity, especially in the face of adversity.

Parshas Ki Tisa, we need You The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately. The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com Our Parsha tells us the story of perhaps the biggest lapse of judgment in our history. A sin that caused G-d to want to destroy that generation and begin anew. A transgression thousands of people died from and is felt till this very day, the sin of the Golden Calf. We find what Moshe did after attaining forgiveness for the Jewish people. We learn the depth of our connection with G-d despite our many sins and mistakes.

Parshas Tetzaveh, skipping through the gates The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately. The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com Our Parsha continues to speak about the building and service of the Mishkan. G-d tells Moshe that only the purest of olive oils can be used for the daily kindling of the Menorah. G-d appoints Aaron and his sons to serve as Kohanim in the Mishkan on behalf of the Jewish people. We find out the requirements for a Kohen to work in the Mishkan. We learn the purpose of the golden bells on the bottom of the robe of the Kohen Gadol.

Parshas Terumah, the space we create The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately. The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com Our Parsha begins with G-d instructing Moshe to solicit donations from the Jewish people for constructing the Mishkan, a sanctuary for G-d. They were asked to donate precious stones, gold, silver, and copper, as well as specialty red, blue, and purple wool, linen, animal skins, and acacia wood. We find out the condition to contribute and donate to the building of the Mishkan. We learn the importance of space for ourselves and others in growth and development.

Parshas Mishpatim, time to grow The Parsha Perspective is in honor of our homeland, Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies. May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza from harm and return them immediately. May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack. May G-d grant a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack. The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. This week's Parsha Perspective is dedicated by Yoram and Yael Cohen in honor of the birth of their grandson to Moshe and Ohr Miriam Pershin. May they merit to raise him with health and happiness in the ways of Torah and Mitzvahs! Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com Our Parsha begins with G-d giving Moshe and the Jewish nation fifty-three new practical commandments. The laws regarding the treatment of slaves, personal injury, murder, and the requirements of a person who is a guardian of another's property. The commandment to see the Beis Hamikdash three times a year, the laws of Shemitah, sacrifices, and returning a lost object. We find out what an Eved Evri must do to stay with his master after his initial years are completed. We learn the purpose of the initial years of Slavery for the Eved Evri.

Parshas Yisro, the most capable leader The Parsha Perspective is in honor of our homeland, Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies. May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza from harm and return them immediately. May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack. May G-d grant a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack. The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. This week's episode is in honor of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka, the wife of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. The Rebbetzin's Yahrtzeit is on the 22nd of Shevet, the release date of this episode. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com Our Parsha has the Aseres Hadibros, the Ten Commandments, making it one of the most significant portions of the Torah. G-d came down to the mountain and said the Ten Commandments, confirming that we are His chosen nation. We found out what Yisro told Moshe. We learn the real characteristics of a leader.

Parshas Beshalach, progress and growth The Parsha Perspective is in honor of our homeland, Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies. May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza from harm and return them immediately. May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack. May G-d grant a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack. The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com The release date of this episode coincides with Tu B’Shvat, the 15th of Shevat, the new year for trees. This Shabbos is called Shabbos Shira, the Shabbos of Praise, in honor of the special song the Jewish nation sang to G-d for the miraculous salvation. Our Parsha begins with Pharaoh regretting his decision to free the Jewish nation; he decides to chase after them and finish his Jewish problem. We find what the Jewish people sang after God split the sea Reeds. We learn the steps necessary to take advantage of the opportunities G-d places before us.

Parshas Bo, anticipate the redemption The Parsha Perspective is in honor of our homeland, Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies. May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza from harm and return them immediately. May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack. May G-d grant a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack. The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. This Shabbos is Yud Shevat, the anniversary of the Rebbe's leadership over the Chabad movement since 1951. The Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rav Menachem Mendel Schneerson assumed the mantle of leadership just one year after his father-in-law, the Previous Rebbe, had passed away. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com Our Parsha has the last three plagues that G-d struck the Egyptians for enslaving the Jewish people. The first was the plague of locusts; swarms of grasshoppers descended upon Egypt and consumed all the crops and vegetation. We find out why the Jewish people celebrated The Exodus before it happen. We learn the steps necessary to make our goals a reality.

Parsha Va'era, the leadership gamechanger The Parsha Perspective is in honor of our homeland, Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies. May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza from harm and return them immediately. May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack. May G-d grant a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack. The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com Our Parsha begins with G-d responding to Moshe's outcry about why He allowed the situation to worsen. G-d tells Moshe that He heard the nation's cries and will punish the Egyptians and redeem the Jewish people. We find out about the first 7 plagues that G-d struck the Egyptians for enslaving the Jewish nation. We learn the reason why Moshe was chosen to lead the Jewish people to the promised land.

Parshas Shemos, man in the arena The Parsha Perspective is in honor of our homeland, Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies. May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza from harm and return them immediately. May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack. May G-d grant a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack. The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com The release date of this episode corresponds with the Yahrzeit, the anniversary of the passing of the Alter Rebbe. Our Parsha ends the origins of a family and begins the birth of a nation. The Torah starts by giving us context to the Jewish people's situation at that time. Yosef and all his brothers had passed on, and the new Pharoah forgot Yosef and all his accomplishments. We find out why Yosef's location was repeated in our Parsha. We learn the depth of Yosef's holiness.

Parshas Vayechi, peace and tranquility The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages immediately. May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends. The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of grandmothers, Gittel Bas Asher and Shoshanna Bas Sholom, and my aunts, Chana Bas Yehuda and Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, along with Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com Our Parsha concludes the first book of the Torah, Sefer Berashis. We begin with Ya'akov living the best seventeen years of his life in Egypt; as the end of his life neared, he called for Yosef to visit him. When Yosef arrived, Ya'akov asked him to swear he would bury him with his parents in Israel. After he swore, Ya'akov then blessed Yosef's two sons, Efraim and Menasha. He elevates them to the status of his sons and as tribes among the Jewish people. We find why the word Vayechi is used. We learn the outcome of overcoming struggles and obstacles.

Parshas Miketz & Chanukah, what our eyes see The Chanukah Perspective is in honor of our homeland, Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies. May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza and return them immediately. May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack. May G-d grant a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack. The Chanukah Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. The Chanukah Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com The fascinating story of Yosef and his brothers is always read during the holiday of Chanukah, we find out the reason why!

Parshas Vayieshev & Chanukah, the story of light The Chanukah Perspective is in honor of our homeland, Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies. May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza and return them immediately. May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack. May G-d grant a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack. The Chanukah Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help. The Chanukah Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com The holiday of Chanukah couldn't have come at a more opportune time; we desperately need its light and lessons to permeate our lives. As anti-semitism becomes mainstream in our colleges and beyond, a Chanukah miracle is vital for the future of our people. We learn the story of the Chanukah light!

Parshas Vayishlach, strength and resilience The Parsha Perspective is in honor of our homeland, Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers as they eradicate our enemies. May G-d save all the hostages in Gaza from harm and return them immediately. May G-d comfort all those who lost family or friends in the horrific attack. May G-d grant a speedy recovery to all those injured in the attack. The Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Leah Mintche Bas Ya'akov Yosef, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing. Click here to listen, watch and connect! Parshaperspective.com Our Parsha begins with Yaakov Avinu returning home to Cana'an after over twenty years of absence. Still fearful of Esav, Yaakov sent messengers a message of reconciliation to him. We learn what Esav's angel tried to accomplish by injuring Ya'akov's hip and sciatic nerve