24:41

Chayei Sarah

Are You a Thermometer or a Thermostat?
Rashi tells us of the years of the life of Sarah: "They were all equally good." Knowing what we know…

16:05

Va'eschanan

Comfort, Comfort
This week's Haftorah begins with the prophecy: "Nachamu, nachamu ami, comfort, comfort my people." Why the double expression of consolation?…

19:25

Tzav

When "Bad" Is Better Than Good
What does it mean to be truly alive? Based on one understanding of the laws of the thanksgiving offering, the…

41:03

Vayigash

A Father's Parting Words
Just before they were separated for twenty-two years, Yaakov shared a final message with his son Yosef. How did these…