by Elisha Guberman | Jan 9, 2025 | Uncategorized
As Yaakov Avinu prepares to leave this world, he asks his sons to bury him in Eretz Yisrael, ensuring that his final resting place reflects the eternal bond between the Jewish people and their homeland. Yaakov’s strong demand from his son, to make sure he...
by Elisha Guberman | Dec 5, 2024 | Elisha Guberman, Vayeitzei, Weekly Parsha
The word that is mentioned maybe more than any other in this Parsha is Sheep. Sheep symbolize livelihood and blessing, as Yaakov begins his journey penniless but, through his diligence and reliance on God, transforms Lavan’s meager flocks into a source of immense...
by Elisha Guberman | Nov 1, 2024 | Elisha Guberman, Israel, Noach, Weekly Parsha
In Parshat Noach, we encounter a world consumed by “chamas” – a society overcome by violence and corruption, where people exploited and harmed each other without remorse. The situation had become so dire that Hashem brought the mabul, a flood intended to cleanse...
by Elisha Guberman | Sep 27, 2024 | Elisha Guberman, Nitzavim-Vayelech, Weekly Parsha
In this week’s Parsha of Nitzavim-Vayelech, we encounter a powerful message about the connection between our inner selves, our relationship with the land of Israel, and the process of Teshuva (repentance). The phrase “circumcise your heart” which is mentioned in the...
by Elisha Guberman | Aug 22, 2024 | Eikev, Elisha Guberman, Weekly Parsha
In Parshat Ekev, Moshe continues to exhort Bnei Israel to follow Hashem’s commandments as they prepare to enter the Land of Israel. One key Pasuk in this parsha is (Devarim 8:10) “You will eat and be satisfied, and you shall bless Hashem your God for the good...
