Devraim/Deuteronomy With Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

Is G-D Pro-Choice?

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:48:16 +0000

Is G-d “Pro-Choice” ? The Final Verses of Parshat Nitzavim. Living Well, or Not: The Choice is Ours! Chumash Climax: Our Divinely Ordained Freedom of Choice —G-d gives us Life and Liberty. We’re Free to Choose!

Parting Sermon Heart. Eyes. Ears. The Importance Of Appreciation!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 03 Sep 2020 19:38:47 +0000

Parsha Climax The Final Verses of: Parshat Ki Tavo : . . . ! Moses’s Parting Sermon: Heart. Eyes. Ears. Discovering How a Nation was Enabled to Know, See and Hear. And what that much teach us today!!

Obligation To Remember Evil!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 27 Aug 2020 17:31:29 +0000

Parsha Climax The Final Verses of: Parshat Ki Teitzei ?! The Lessons of Remembering Absolute Evil! Focusing on Amalek’s Stealth Attack. Our Remindful and Relevant Response!

Lessons Of Unsolved Murder He Wrote!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 01:56:47 +0000

Parsha Climax The Final Verses of: Parshat Shoftim ! Our study of the weekly Torah portion focuses on the Elders taking responsibilities for an Unsolved Murder — How in Heaven can decapitating a Calf atone for a Mystery Homicide?!

Learning Life Changing Affordable Generosity

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 13 Aug 2020 22:59:55 +0000

Parsha Climax The Final Verses of: Parshat Re’eh Learning Life Changing Affordable Generosity Discover How Powerful Personal Enrichment can become Yours by Caring and Sharing for others!

How You Can Be Just Like G-D!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 06 Aug 2020 21:23:14 +0000

Parsha Climax: The Final Verses of Parshat Eikev How You can Be Just Like G-d! Spiritual Mirror Image: the Incredible Truth about you can actually “Emulate the Creator.” Literally!

Mitzvah Rewards: In This World, or the Next, Now or Later?

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 30 Jul 2020 22:49:21 +0000

Parsha Climax The Final Verses of: Parshat Va'etchanan Mitzvah Rewards: In This World, or the Next, Now or Later?

The Military Maneuvers Of Moses In Pioneering The Commandos To Conquer The Holy Land!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Fri, 24 Jul 2020 01:16:20 +0000

Parsha Climax The Final Verses that Conclude Sefer Devarim The Military Maneuvers of Moses in Pioneering the Commandos to Conquer the Holy Land!

The Bountiful Blessings of Osher the Oily!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 17 Oct 2019 19:00:58 +0000

The Bountiful Blessings of Osher the Oily! Parshat Vezot Hab'rachah, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 33:22-33:26)

Lessons from the Joyful Mission-Full Merchant!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 16 Oct 2019 18:16:41 +0000

Lessons from the Joyful Mission-full Merchant! Parshat Vezot Hab'rachah, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 33:18-33:21)

Oath of Eternity ~ Divine Truth & Consequence

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 08 Oct 2019 13:11:46 +0000

Oath of Eternity ~ Divine Truth & Consequence Parshat Ha'azinu 5&6 Portions Chapter 32:39-40

On Eagles Wings!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 19:03:49 +0000

On Eagles Wings! Parshat Ha'azinu, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 32:7-32:12)

Achieving Wisdom, Knowledge and Wisdom!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 19 Sep 2019 11:19:00 +0000

Achieving Wisdom, Knowledge and Wisdom! The Reassuring Conclusion of Parshat Ki Tavo

The Symmetry of Mountain of Blessing & Canyon of Curses

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 11:27:02 +0000

The Symmetry of Mountain of Blessing & Canyon of Curses Parshat Ki Tavo - Fourth and Fifth Reading

The Fruit-induced Reciprocal Voice of Heaven!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 17 Sep 2019 11:37:31 +0000

The Fruit-induced Reciprocal Voice of Heaven! Parshat Ki Tavo — Third Reading

G-d’s Gaze, Divine Reciprocal Rewards

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 16 Sep 2019 11:15:48 +0000

G-d’s Gaze, Divine Reciprocal Rewards Is it reasonable to expect that doing Mitzvot will always be richly rewarded? Parshat Ki Tavo, 2nd Portion

Your Word, Your Bond... Pledges, Vows & Verbal Commitments!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 11 Sep 2019 11:16:09 +0000

Your Word, Your Bond... Pledges, Vows & Verbal Commitments! Parshat Ki Teitzei - Fourth Reading

Parapet Pedagogy: Lessons from the Rooftop Fences

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 11:17:01 +0000

Parapet Pedagogy: Lessons from the Rooftop Fences Parshat Ki Tetzai — Third Reading

Gibbited till Good, Guiltless yet Hanged!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 09 Sep 2019 11:15:25 +0000

Gibbited till Good, Guiltless yet Hanged! Parshat Ki Teitzai — Second Reading

Sanctuary Cities of the Future!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 05 Sep 2019 14:06:51 +0000

Sanctuary Cities of the Future! Parshat Shoftim, 5th Portion

Divination vs Prophecy ~ Perfection vs Sincerity

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 04 Sep 2019 16:37:04 +0000

Illuminating differences between wholehearted sincerity and spiritual perfection! Parshat Shoftim, 4th Portion

Caring for Cohanim ~ Priestly Portions

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 15:02:03 +0000

Caring for Cohanim ~ Priestly Portions Parshat Shoftim, 3rd Portion

Jewish Monarchy — A Torah Perspective

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 15:33:13 +0000

Jewish Monarchy — A Torah Perspective Parshat Shoftim, 2nd Portion

Timely Tithes and Sabbatical Releases

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 14:13:00 +0000

Timely Tithes and Sabbatical Releases Parshat Re’eh, Fifth and Sixth Readings

To Be Like G-d!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 27 Aug 2019 11:31:03 +0000

To Be Like G-d! Discover how this phenomenon can best be experienced in a cemetery or hospital! Parshat Re’eh — Third Reading

Vegan Desert Diet?

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 26 Aug 2019 13:30:17 +0000

Why did eating habits change upon entering the Promised Land Parshat Re’eh, 2nd Portion (Devarim (Deuteronomy) 12:11-12:28)

Sinai Paradox: The unending, interrupted Powerful Voice of G-d!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 15 Aug 2019 11:33:58 +0000

Sinai Paradox: The unending, interrupted Powerful Voice of G-d! Parshat Va'etchanan, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 5:19-6:3)

The 10 Commandments — It’s a Wrap. Plus, the Secret to Real Longevity!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 14 Aug 2019 11:19:48 +0000

Plus, the Secret to Real Longevity! Parshat Va'etchanan, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 5:1-5:18)

Moses, Sanctuary Cities and Haredi Attitudes!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 13 Aug 2019 19:23:37 +0000

, ! Parshat Va'etchanan, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 4:41-4:49)

Opening Heaven, Ripping Earth

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 12 Aug 2019 12:11:25 +0000

The One Time We All Experienced Mass Revelation! Parshat Va'etchanan, 2nd Portion

When Moses Captured Cities and Conquered Communities

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 11:34:45 +0000

When Moses Captured Cities and Conquered Communities Parshat Devarim — Final Lesson!

The Day G-d was Enraged at Moses!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 07 Aug 2019 11:46:10 +0000

The Day G-d was Enraged at Moses! Parshat Devarim —3rd ~ 4th Portion

Moses Blesses. A Thousand Heavenly Lights. Yearning for More and it’s a wrap!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 06 Aug 2019 11:17:52 +0000

Moses Blesses. A Thousand Heavenly Lights. Yearning for More and it’s a wrap! Parshat Devarim, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 1:22-1:38)

Chasing Elusive Understanding!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 13:38:31 +0000

! Was Moses’s quest for wise men like looking for a needle in a haystack?! Parshat Devarim, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 1:12-1:21)

Chai Pledge

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 20 Sep 2018 12:32:47 +0000

Did you know that the original “pledge of Chai” isn’t about charitable giving? Parshat Ha'Azinu, 5&6 Portion(Deuteronomy 32:39:40)

Paternal Prophet

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 17 Sep 2018 14:14:55 +0000

Paternal Prophet Elijah’s Chariot of Fire illuminates how we view Prophets & Torah Teachers. Parshat Ha'azinu, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 32:7-32:12)

Shunned by HaShem?

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 14:02:42 +0000

“Shunned by HaShem?” G-d sometimes ignores us. A peek behind the curtains of concealment. Parshat Vayelech, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 31:14-31:19)

Feel Like G-d

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 30 Aug 2018 12:57:04 +0000

The difference between Following His Commandments and Walking in His Ways. Parshat Ki Tavo, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 27:11-28:6)

Cursed Correspondence

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 29 Aug 2018 12:45:53 +0000

How eleven proverbial curses corresponded to eleven tribes of Israel. Parshat Ki Tavo, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 27:1-27:10)

Glorious Distinctions

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 28 Aug 2018 14:18:42 +0000

Learning to appreciate the glory of our ways being separate and distinct. Parshat Ki Tavo, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 26:16-26:19)

Divine Reciprocity

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 12:56:01 +0000

Divine Reciprocity Is it reasonable to expect that doing Mitzvot will always be richly rewarded? Parshat Ki Tavo, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 26:12-26:15)

Protecting Workers

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 23 Aug 2018 13:15:09 +0000

! Discover Torah’s Bill of Farmhands’ Rights. Join to harvest inspiring spiritual lessons. Parshat Ki Teitzei, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 23:25-24:4)

How Do You Vow?

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 22 Aug 2018 11:54:52 +0000

Taking Torah’s exacting standards for fulfilling vows to the next caring level! Parshat Ki Teitzei, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 23:8-23:24)

Off the Rails

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 21 Aug 2018 12:12:21 +0000

Inspiring ethical guidance gleaned from the mandated construction of guardrails. Parshat Ki Teitzei, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 22:8-23:7) Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

Dead to Rights

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 20 Aug 2018 12:24:53 +0000

Intriguing insights into death, post-mortem punishment, and sacred burial rituals. Parshat Ki Teitzei, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 21:22-22:7)

Don’t Refuse Me

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 16 Aug 2018 11:58:10 +0000

Be inspired by the timely, spiritual significance of Israel’s Cities of Refuge. Parshat Shoftim, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 18:14-19:13)

Simply Perfect

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 15 Aug 2018 11:49:18 +0000

Simply Perfect Illuminating differences between wholehearted sincerity and spiritual perfection! Parshat Shoftim, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 18:6-18:13)

Rashi’s Account of Tithes

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 11:44:51 +0000

Why did Rashi describe detailed data on contribution percentages? Parshat Shoftim, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 18:1-18:5)

The Royal Treatment

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 13 Aug 2018 11:57:48 +0000

Deeply insightful analysis of the Torah’s instructions about royalty. Parshat Shoftim, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 17:14-17:20)

Hi, My Name is Debt-Free!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 09 Aug 2018 11:58:37 +0000

Navigating Hashem’s legal system & successfully annulling debt! Parshat Re'eh, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 14:22-14:29)

Is HaShem Pro-Choice?

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 08 Aug 2018 11:53:38 +0000

Why the most remarkable form of holiness is created by Divine choice! Parshat Re'eh, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 14:1-14:21)

Being Like Hashem

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 07 Aug 2018 11:54:23 +0000

Discover how this phenomenon can best be experienced in a cemetery or hospital! Parshat Re'eh, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 12:29-13:19)

Dessert in the Desert

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 06 Aug 2018 14:52:52 +0000

"Dessert in the Desert" Discover how and why Kashruth observance differed in the Sinai desert. Parshat Re'eh, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 12:11-12:28)

Swallowed Alive!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 02 Aug 2018 11:58:21 +0000

Discover the surprising details of Datan and Aviram’s public disappearance. Parshat Eikev, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 10:12-11:9)

Sticks, Stones & Saints

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 01 Aug 2018 11:52:14 +0000

Why the shattering of the Luchot is like the death of a saintly Tzaddik. Parshat Eikev, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 10:1-10:11)

A Measure of Holiness

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 31 Jul 2018 11:55:15 +0000

Why Moses specified the dimensions of the Two Tablets so precisely! Parshat Eikev, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 9:4-9:29)

Desert Escape

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 30 Jul 2018 12:01:55 +0000

How Biblical desert narratives demonstrate overcoming our daily inner challenges! Parshat Eikev, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 8:11-9:3)

Sounds of Sinai

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 26 Jul 2018 11:58:54 +0000

The powerful unending voice that continues to reverberate from Mount Sinai Parshat Va'etchanan, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 5:19-6:3)

Life Extensions!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 25 Jul 2018 11:59:46 +0000

The Torah’s little-known, fool-proof “secret formula” to unlocking longevity. Parshat Va'etchanan, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 5:1-5:18)

Rip it Up

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 24 Jul 2018 11:52:07 +0000

“Rip it Up” The shocking reason the cosmos was “ripped” open to convey HaShem’s oneness! Parshat Va'etchanan, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 4:5-4:40)

Eviction Notice!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 23 Jul 2018 12:15:12 +0000

Why our original tenure in the Holy Land was cut short by two years! Parshat Va'etchanan, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 4:5-4:40)

The Promotion

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 18 Jul 2018 11:53:39 +0000

Moses explains why he’s been passed-over & how Joshua will lead us into Israel! Parshat Devarim, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 1:39-2:1)

Blessings, Ltd.

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 18 Jul 2018 02:37:46 +0000

Parsha Curiosities: Parshat Devarim Cracking the Code on mysterious themes & ideas in the weekly Parsha! , . Moses’ blessings are limited; G-d’s limitless. Why would Moses bother blessing us?

Slandering Hashem!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 17 Jul 2018 11:50:53 +0000

Moses reveals the shocking secret sedition fomented behind closed doors! Parshat Devarim, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 1:22-1:38)

To Serve & Protect

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 16 Jul 2018 11:57:54 +0000

Reconciling Rashi’s competing definitions of Moses’ desert policemen. Parshat Devarim, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 1:12-1:21)

Asher the Blessed

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 28 Sep 2017 11:14:48 +0000

Asher the Blessed: Drilling into the deeper, more memorable elements of this unique Tribe! Parshat Vezot Hab'rachah, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 33:22-33:26)

Merchant of Joy

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 11:37:08 +0000

For Zevulun, tasked with profit and philanthropy, joy is emphasized. Learn why.

Holy Temple Heights

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 26 Sep 2017 11:40:21 +0000

Benjamin’s blessings focused on Temple Mount; learn important lessons. 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 33/12)

I’m Incensed!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 25 Sep 2017 11:44:39 +0000

Levi’s blessings scented by sacred aromas inspire us reach higher on Yom Kippur. Parshat Vezot Hab'rachah, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 33:8-33:12)

Royal Court

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 14 Sep 2017 11:22:01 +0000

Why the Jewish King’s responsibility to unite the nation is out of order! Parshat Nitzavim-Vayelech, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 31:7-31:13)

Multiple Text Messaging

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 13 Sep 2017 11:42:03 +0000

How Moses masterfully manages to address many audiences at once! Parshat Nitzavim-Vayelech, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 30:15-31:6)

Heaven’s Edge

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 11:39:59 +0000

See how the Torah isn’t in the skies or across the sea but oh so very close to us! Parshat Nitzavim-Vayelech, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 30:7-30:14)

Spiritual Surgery

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 11 Sep 2017 11:28:58 +0000

Torah says ‘Hashem will circumcise your heart.’ What could this mean? Parshat Nitzavim-Vayelech, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 30:1-30:6)

Cursed Correspondence

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 06 Sep 2017 13:37:27 +0000

How do eleven proverbial curses corresponded to the eleven tribes of Israel? Parshat Ki Tavo, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 27:11-28:6)

Fruit Grain & "Divine Reciprocity"

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 04 Sep 2017 15:29:33 +0000

Fruit Grain & “Divine Reciprocity” Is it reasonable to expect that doing Mitzvot will always be richly rewarded? Parshat Ki Tavo, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 26:12-26:15)

Down on the Farm

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 31 Aug 2017 13:38:11 +0000

Torah’s Bill of Farmhands’ Rights. We’ll harvest inspiring spiritual lessons. Parshat Ki Teitzei, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 23:25-24:4)

The Tao of the Vow

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 30 Aug 2017 12:13:50 +0000

Taking the Torah’s exacting standards of fulfilling vows to the next caring level! Parshat Ki Teitzei, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 23:25-24:4)

Dead Right

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 28 Aug 2017 12:06:11 +0000

Intriguing insights into death, post-mortem punishment and sacred burial rituals. Parshat Ki Teitzei, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 21:22-22:7)

Simply Perfect

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 23 Aug 2017 18:52:23 +0000

The illuminating differences between wholehearted sincerity and spiritual perfection! Parshat Shoftim, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 18:6-18:13)

Thanks for Sharing

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 22 Aug 2017 13:47:10 +0000

Why did Rashi feel a need for detailed data on contribution percentages? Parshat Shoftim, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 18:1-18:5)

Royal Treatments

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 21 Aug 2017 15:17:25 +0000

Deeply insightful analysis of the Torah’s instructions about royalty. Parshat Shoftim, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 17:14-17:20)

Becoming Debt-Free

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 17 Aug 2017 11:33:33 +0000

Navigating Hashem’s legal system and successfully annulling indebtedness! Parshat Re'eh, 6th Portion (Deuteronomy 15:1-15:18)

Pro-Choice

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 16 Aug 2017 11:33:47 +0000

How the most remarkable form of Holiness is engendered by Divine Selection! Parshat Re'eh, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 14:1-14:21)

Being Like Hashem

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 15 Aug 2017 11:28:10 +0000

Being Like Hashem: Discover how this phenomenon is best experienced in a cemetery or hospital! Parshat Re'eh, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 12:29-13:19)

Where’s the Beef?

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 14 Aug 2017 11:30:56 +0000

Discover how and why Kashruth observance was different in the desert. Parshat Re'eh, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 12:11-12:28

Swallowed Alive

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 10 Aug 2017 11:27:16 +0000

Discover the surprising details of Datan and Aviram’s public disappearance. Parshat Eikev, 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 10:12-11:9)

Sticks, Stones & Saints

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 09 Aug 2017 11:28:29 +0000

Why the shattering of the stone tablets is like the death of a saintly High Priest. Parshat Eikev, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 10:1-10:11)

Perfectly Equal!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 08 Aug 2017 11:36:07 +0000

Fascinating reason Moses specified dimensions of the Two Tablets so precisely! Parshat Eikev, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 9:4-9:29)

Sounds of Sinai

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 11:24:50 +0000

The stunning story of the unending voice that continues to reverberate from Mount Sinai. Parshat Va'etchanan 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 5:19-6:3)

The Torah's Secret to Longevity!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 11:32:29 +0000

Discover Torah’s well-known, yet fool-proof “secret formula” to unlocking longevity. Parshat Va'etchanan, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 5:1-5:18)

Haste Makes Waste

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 31 Jul 2017 11:28:06 +0000

Discover why our original tenure in the Holy Land was cut short by two years. Parshat Va'etchanan, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 4:5-4:40)

Fighting City Hall

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 27 Jul 2017 11:25:25 +0000

Recounting the conquests; various municipal labels emerge. Why the variety? Parshat Devarim, 6th Portion (Deuteronomy 2:31-3:14)

Mad About Me

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 26 Jul 2017 11:35:13 +0000

Moses explains why he’s been passed-over, and how Joshua will lead them into Israel. Parshat Devarim, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 1:39-2:1)

Slandering Hashem

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 25 Jul 2017 11:34:48 +0000

Moses reveals the shocking secret sedition fomented behind closed doors! Parshat Devarim, 3rd Portion (Deuteronomy 1:22-1:38)

Begging for Blessings

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 24 Jul 2017 11:20:01 +0000

Why did Moses make us "Beg for Our Blessings?!" Contrasting Flesh and Blood Benedictions with Limitless Divine Benison. Parshat Devarim, 2nd Portion (Deuteronomy 1:12-1:21)

The Day Moses & Joshua shared a Pulpit!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 13 Oct 2016 15:49:30 +0000

The Day Moses & Joshua shared a Pulpit! Parshat Ha'azinu, 7th Portion (Deuteronomy 32:44-32:52)

Learning from Our History!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 10 Oct 2016 16:55:50 +0000

Learning from Our History! Parshat Ha'Azinu, 2nd Portion(Deuteronomy 32:7-32:12) Based on the Passage: (7) Remember the days of old; reflect upon the years of [other] generations. Ask your father, and he will tell you; your elders, and they will inform you.

Parshat Vayelech: Getting it Together... Secret of Jewish Survival Revealed!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 14:29:02 +0000

Parshat Vayelech 5th Portion (Deuteronomy 31:14-31:19)

Yes! You Can be Like G-d!!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 22 Sep 2016 13:58:14 +0000

Parshat Ki Tavo, 6th Portion(Deuteronomy 28:7-28:69)

Blessings, Curses & Evil Pre-Dispositions...

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 21 Sep 2016 13:31:05 +0000

Blessings, Curses & Evil Pre-Dispositions... Parshat Ki Tavo, 4th Portion (Deuteronomy 27:1-27:10)