The Kiyor, was outside the Beis HaMikdash (and the Mishkan) showing that its’ function was secondary. Some hold the Kiyor in higher regard. The Tzemach Tzedek and the Noam Elimelech. Rashi, MaHaRaM, Chizkuni, E. Ezra, R. Bechayey, Rikanti, Abarbanel (2 approaches), Shach, Chasam Sofer, Ohr HaRorah, Noam Elimelech.

32-01. The חטא העגל a few different versions How could the Yiden have made an eigel (Golden Calf) so soon after recieving the Torah? This class was given at Machon Chana (5763). An introductory level lecture on the perplexing question of how the Jewish people got involved in making a golden calf¹. This class is…

A three part series on the 13 Middos given in 5766. Part One. A three class series providing a deep examination of the Yud Gimmel Middos Harachamim (the Thirteen Attributes of Mercy).¹ This first class focuses on how the 13 attributes are enumerated. This is an intermediate to advanced level class which discusses in detail…

The Yidden were given what is often called crowns at Mattan Torah that were taken away after they sinned. These adornments are called Eidim. What were they and did they mean?

How to explain the mask Moshe wore in the desert. Class One. Class Two.

One of the constant issues in the Torah is chronology. The Gemara says the Torah isn’t written in a chronological order. The question is how far from the chronology is the Torah. Two classic commentaries debate this question fiercely (and they aren’t alone)- Rashi and the Ramban. Rashi holds that invoking “Ain Mukdam Umeuchar…” is…

Several different allusions are made to the beauty of these clothes. What do they mean? Class One. Class Two.

The apron that was behind the Kohein Godol fastened to the Choshen (breastplate) was more than a fastener. Does the Aifod have something about itself independent from the Choshen? find out! This class includes a Midrash, Rikanti, Yonos (Aibeshitz), Chasam Sofer, The Tzemach Tzedek, chizkuni and a Sicha (vol. 31).