Bamidbar/Numbers With Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

How Torah Speaks of Sacred Sisters

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 16 Jul 2020 15:18:23 +0000

Chumash Climax ~ the Final Verses that Conclude Sefer Bamidbar How Torah Speaks of Sacred Sisters — The Daughters of Destiny (Bnot #Tzlofchad) who inherited the Holy Land!

Parsha Climax- The Final Verse Of Parshat Pinchas

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Fri, 10 Jul 2020 00:27:10 +0000

Parsha Climax — The Final Verse of Pinchas Holiday Highs: Tough Talking vs Softly Spoken Surprising distinctions between parallel Torah teachings!

Code Blue and the Eight-day-Wait from the Exodus to Song-at-Sea!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 02:58:56 +0000

Parsha Climax — The Closing verses of Shelach: Code Blue and the Eight-day-Wait from the Exodus to Song-at-Sea!

Law & Order

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 16 Jun 2020 02:51:34 +0000

Opening verses of Parshat Shelach ~ Law & Order: How the lessons unlearnt led to a national disaster!

Timely Torah on Racism, Sexism, Quarantine and Honoring a Heroine!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 01:57:22 +0000

Beha'alotecha Climax: Timely Torah on Racism, Sexism, Quarantine and Honoring a Heroine!

Inspiring Intellectuality by Kindling Prayerful Passion!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 09 Jun 2020 02:28:16 +0000

Inspiring Intellectuality by Kindling Prayerful Passion! Parshat Behaalotecha The opening verses of Beha’alotecha

Naso’s Climax - What Did Moshe 'Hear' When G-d 'Spoke'?

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 04 Jun 2020 03:52:54 +0000

Naso’s Climax - What Did Moshe 'Hear' When G-d 'Spoke'? Parshat Naso

Uplifting Action!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 03 Jun 2020 02:35:31 +0000

Uplifting Action! Parshat Naso

How Wrapping the Ark in Death Defying Shrouds serves as our Roadmap for Life!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 21 May 2020 02:02:18 +0000

How wrapping the Ark in Death Defying Shrouds serves as our Roadmap for Life! Parshat Bamidbar, 7th Portion (Numbers 4:1-4:20)

Head Count: Discover the uplifting and inspirational nature of Torah-true Diversity!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 20 May 2020 05:38:21 +0000

Head Count: Discover the uplifting and inspirational nature of Torah-true Diversity! Parshat Bamidbar, 4th Portion (Numbers 3:1-3:13)

The 4th book of Torah called Desert, opens with a date, is all about of love —what does that mean!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 19 May 2020 03:17:34 +0000

The 4th book of Torah called Desert, opens with a date, is all about of love —what does that mean! Parshat Bamidbar, 2nd Portion (Numbers 1:20-1:54) Why is this book called DESERT ? ‬ ‪Why does it open with a DATE ? ‬ ‪Why is that indicative of LOVE ? ‬ ‪Why should this make us happy ?‬

Falling Land ~ Sacred Scrimmages and Borders

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 01 Aug 2019 11:13:31 +0000

Falling Land ~ Sacred Scrimmages and Borders Parshat Matot-Massei Massei’s Concluding Lesson — Fifth Portion

The Many Tales of Our Journeys

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 11:12:56 +0000

The Many Tales of Our Journeys Parshat Masei’s Grand Opening!

You Choose! Sheep or Children

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 30 Jul 2019 11:25:49 +0000

! The tribes of Gad and Reuven seemed to have answered SHEEP!!! What in heaven were they thinking ?!?! Parshat Matot-Massei, 3rd Portion

A High Priest’s Opening Address: Three Purification Procedures!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 29 Jul 2019 11:09:59 +0000

A High Priest’s Opening Address: Three Purification Procedures! Parshat Matot-Massei, 2nd Portion (Numbers 31:13-31:54)

The Nature of Daily Devotion and Ongoing Offerings in the Beit HaMikdash

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 25 Jul 2019 13:15:44 +0000

The Nature of Daily Devotion and Ongoing Offerings in the Beit HaMikdash Parshat Pinchas, 5th Portion

Joshua’s Rise to Royalty

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 24 Jul 2019 11:34:22 +0000

Joshua’s Rise to Royalty Parshat Pinchas, 4th Portion

Holy-Land Division and the Talking Lottery Ticket

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 23 Jul 2019 11:31:27 +0000

Holy-Land Division and the Talking Lottery Ticket Parshat Pinchas, 3rd Portion

Headcount: Back to the Future!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 22 Jul 2019 11:41:17 +0000

Parshat Pinchas, 2nd Portion

Rise like a Lion

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 18 Jul 2019 11:35:58 +0000

Rise like a Lion Parshat Balak —Fifth Portion

Visions of Mountain Peaks and Hilltops

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 17 Jul 2019 11:55:14 +0000

Visions of Mountain Peaks and Hilltops Parshat Balak — Fourth Reading

What’s Up with Bilaam’s Restraining Angel

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 11:45:17 +0000

What’s Up with Bilaam’s Restraining Angel? Making sense of the Heavenly Force that was sent to stop Bilaam from his evil journey to curse the Jewish people which ultimately led to his self-destruction! Parshat Balak — Third Reading

Evil Enthusiasm vs Inspired Dedication

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 15 Jul 2019 11:51:43 +0000

Evil Enthusiasm vs Inspired Dedication Parshat Balak, 2nd Portion (Numbers 22:13-22:20) How does Bilaam’s riding like a leopard early in the morning earn merits that need to be balanced by the exceptional devotion of our Patriarch Abraham?!!

Aftermath! Death of a Desert High Priest and the Ensuing Fallout

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 11 Jul 2019 12:05:53 +0000

Aftermath! Death of a Desert High Priest and the Ensuing Fallout Parshat Chukat —Fifth Reading

Edom Encounter — a Tale of Two Confrontations

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 11:26:16 +0000

Edom Encounter — a Tale of Two Confrontations Israel’s non-confrontational confrontation with Edom. A failed attempt, despite best on intentions... Because sticking to country backroads and using only rivers for hydration, wasn’t enough to inhibit the unwarranted hate. Parshat Chukat —Fourth Reading

Anatomy of National Thirst and Kvetching

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 09 Jul 2019 13:42:08 +0000

Anatomy of National Thirst and Kvetching Parshat Chukat 2nd and 3rd Reading

How Giving Dough Removes Idolatry

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 27 Jun 2019 12:48:27 +0000

How Giving Dough Removes Idolatry Parshat Shelach - 6th Portion

When Moses Mustered Mercy in Defense of Our Nation!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 25 Jun 2019 15:00:12 +0000

When Moses Mustered Mercy in Defense of Our Nation! Parshat Shelach — Third Reading

Our Trailblazing Ark — And the Directions it Provides

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 20 Jun 2019 11:21:03 +0000

Our Trailblazing Ark — And the Directions it Provides Behaalotcha —Fifth Reading

The Original GPS: Ancient Journeys, Modern Lessons!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 19 Jun 2019 11:38:44 +0000

The Original GPS: Ancient Journeys, Modern Lessons! Behaalotcha — Fourth Reading

When Silence is a Sin

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 18 Jun 2019 11:13:49 +0000

When Silence is a Sin —How ancient acquiescence serves as a call to protest today! Behaalotcha — Third Reading

Is Early Retirement a Good Idea?

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 17 Jun 2019 13:48:09 +0000

Is Early Retirement a Good Idea? How the Lifting of Levite Loads is A Lesson for Life Today! Parshat Behaalotcha — Second Reading

Wagons of Wherewithal —Learning to Manage Our Loads!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 13 Jun 2019 16:51:18 +0000

Wagons of Wherewithal —Learning to Manage Our Loads! Parshat Naso —Fifth Reading

Profound and Powerful: Priestly Blessings!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 12 Jun 2019 11:40:27 +0000

Parshat Naso — The conclusion of the 4th Reading

Firstling Fruit Lessons

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 11 Jun 2019 14:59:53 +0000

Firstling Fruit Lessons: Post-Shavuot inspiration Parshat Naso — Third Reading

Infants of Influence! The Power of Levite Babies

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 11:11:48 +0000

Infants of Influence! The Power of Levite Babies Bamidbar —Fifth Reading

Source of Life: How we can be reborn and find fresh strength each day!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 05 Jun 2019 13:45:49 +0000

Source of Life: How we can be reborn and find fresh strength each day! Bamidbar — Fourth Reading

Levites, Scrimmages and Sections

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 03 Jun 2019 11:41:07 +0000

Levites, Scrimmages and Sections: Why the divisional separations are critical to safety and sanctity! Bamidbar —Second Reading

Border Security

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 12 Jul 2018 11:29:12 +0000

Why did Moses himself need to map out the land of Israel’s future boundaries? Parshat Matot-Massei, 5th Portion (Numbers 33:50-34:15)

Agree to Disagree?

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 11 Jul 2018 11:28:11 +0000

Are dramatically differing Torah narratives necessarily mutually exclusive? Parshat Matot-Massei, 4th Portion (Numbers 32:20-33:49)

Rite of Refusal

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 10 Jul 2018 11:14:25 +0000

"Right of Refusal?" Making sense of the Tribe of Reuben & Gad’s sheepish refusal to enter the Land of Israel?! Parshat Matot-Massei, 3rd Portion (Numbers 32:1-32:19)

Global Sukkah Celebration

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 05 Jul 2018 11:25:46 +0000

Why were Korbanot brought on behalf of all nations only on Sukkot? Parshat Pinchas, 7th Portion (Numbers 29:12-30:1)

King Me

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 04 Jul 2018 11:11:45 +0000

Moses appointed Joshua regally as the next ruler, but why wasn’t he anointed royally? Parshat Pinchas, 4th Portion (Numbers 27:6-27:23)

Leader’s Heirs

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 04 Jul 2018 02:36:59 +0000

Parsha Curiosities: Parshat Pinchas Cracking the Code on mysterious themes & ideas in the weekly Parsha! ’ Upon divine confirmation that he wouldn’t enter the Promised Land, Moses forcefully asks G-d to assure him that the Children of Israel not be left like a “flock without a shepherd.” Our Sages highlight the unique introductory sentence, telling us that it’s a one-of-a-kind biblical verse! Rashi elucidates how it expresses the ultimate paradigm of true leadership and the selfless nature of Moses. At this fateful moment, his response was single-minded concern for his people. Yet Rashi comments on the very next verse that Moses said “it’s time to ask for my own needs, that my son should inherit my high position.” How can we reconcile this egregiously glaring inconsistency?

Talking Tickets!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 03 Jul 2018 11:46:23 +0000

The lots drawn to allocate portions of the Holy Land had to speak miraculously! Why?! Parshat Pinchas, 3rd Portion (Numbers 26:52-27:5)

MIA Mystical Mix-up

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 02 Jul 2018 13:42:16 +0000

Decades after being swallowed alive, Korach’s children emerge from the abyss, but appear somehow askew... what in Heaven actually transpired?! Parshat Pinchas, 2nd Portion (Numbers 26:5-26:51)

Shema Zoo

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 28 Jun 2018 11:20:43 +0000

"Shema Zoo" If the Shema’s best recited like an attack lion; why not invoke wolf-like zeal as well? Parshat Balak, 5th Portion (Numbers 23:13-23:26)

The Dirt on Mitzvot

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 27 Jun 2018 11:20:31 +0000

"The Dirt on Mitzvot" In his parable, Baalam likens Hashem’s Mitzvot to soil. Was that an insult? Parshat Balak, 4th Portion (Numbers 22:39-23:12)

Goodly Tents

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 27 Jun 2018 02:32:00 +0000

Parsha Curiosities: Parshat Balak Cracking the Code on mysterious themes & ideas in the weekly Parsha! Balaam’s famous prophetic words “Ma Tovu” occupy a unique place of prominence in the Hebrew Scriptures, our daily prayers and Jewish liturgical compositions. Oftentimes even emblazoned on Holy Ark’s and Synagogue facades, they clearly contain many marvelous mysteries and secrets. Following a general intro, we initiate analysis of Rashi’s seemingly lackluster elucidation, which leads us into a journey of profound discovery as we mine the verse to reveal dynamic dimensions of insight. In the end, our return to the primary port of departure resonates with timely and relevant guidance about the singular importance of modesty in our modern age of hyper-promiscuity.

A Shy Angel

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 26 Jun 2018 13:57:45 +0000

"A Shy Angel" Why wasn’t the messenger of mercy sent to save Baalam from evil more forceful? Parshat Balak, 3rd Portion (Numbers 22:21-22:38)

Love & Hate

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 25 Jun 2018 14:09:41 +0000

"Love & Hate" Baalam’s bitterness and hate contrasts with Abraham’s enthusiasm and love! Parshat Balak, 2nd Portion (Numbers 22:13-22:20)

First Strike

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 21 Jun 2018 11:31:05 +0000

"First Strike" In the aftermath of Aaron’s passing, everyone mourns, but then enemies attack! Parshat Chukat, 5th Portion (Numbers 20:22-21:9)

The Moshe Method

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 20 Jun 2018 11:10:02 +0000

"The Moshe Method" Discover unique ‘Moses Methodology’ when our nation confronts Edom! Parshat Chukat, 4th Portion (Numbers 20:14-20:21)

The Women’s Well

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 19 Jun 2018 11:10:51 +0000

"The Women’s Well" Synopsis: Miriam’s merit brought the water; while Moses’ provided the Manna. Why was the Jewish people’s miraculous desert sustenance divided along “gender specifics"? Parshat Chukat, 2nd Portion (Numbers 19:18-20:6)

Return from Hades

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 13 Jun 2018 11:01:30 +0000

Korach’s Sons’ Secret Survival Story; the men who came back from Hell! Parshat Korach, 3rd Portion (Numbers 16:31-34)

The People’s Court

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 12 Jun 2018 11:42:08 +0000

Moses prays that G-d only punish real sinners, but isn’t that obvious? Parshat Korach, 3rd Portion (Numbers 16:20-17:8)

Diplomatic Immunity

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 11 Jun 2018 11:07:34 +0000

How diplomatic discussions devolved into Moshe’s deepest distress. Parshat Korach, 2nd Portion (Numbers 16:14-16:19)

You Knead To Know

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 07 Jun 2018 11:11:09 +0000

The shocking reason “offering some dough” can neutralize sins of idolatry. Parshat Shlach, 6th Portion (Numbers 15:8-15:16)

Defense Minister

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 11:07:34 +0000

Why Moses invokes a Hasbara debacle to safely defend the Jewish people. Parshat Shlach, 3rd Portion (Numbers 14:8-14:25)

A Grave Matter

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 04 Jun 2018 11:07:45 +0000

Understanding the need for Graveside Entreaty despite Mosaic empowerment. Parshat Shlach, 2nd Portion (Numbers 13:21-14:7)

Go Camping

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 31 May 2018 11:11:02 +0000

The ancient story of the “Camp of Dan” brings home powerful lessons for today. Parshat Behaalotecha, 5th Portion (Numbers 10:11-10:34)

Ancient GPS

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 30 May 2018 11:08:02 +0000

How miraculous mapping of desert directions can help us best navigate life today. Parshat Behaalotecha, 4th Portion (Numbers 9:15-10:10)

Sound the Trumpets

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 30 May 2018 02:50:31 +0000

Parsha Curiosities: Parshat Behaalotecha Cracking the Code on mysterious themes & ideas in the weekly Parsha! Discover the secret story of our Mosaic Trumpets signaling Sinai sojourns.

Hit & Miss

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 29 May 2018 11:14:14 +0000

Passover in Desert & Profound insights on the complaints of those who missed out on the Korban Pesach. Parshat Behaalotecha, 3rd Portion (Numbers 9:1-9:14)

Freedom 55

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 28 May 2018 11:07:33 +0000

How ancient Tabernacle Levite age-disqualification still guides retirement in our era. Parshat Behaalotecha, 2nd Portion (Numbers 8:15-8:26)

Halfway to Nowhere

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 24 May 2018 11:14:35 +0000

The shocking reason stingy leaders donated only half a wagon each! Parshat Naso, 5th Portion (Numbers 7:1-7:41)

Wonder Water

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 23 May 2018 11:14:38 +0000

Discover how sacred H2O becomes a healing balm for sin-inflicted wounds. Parshat Naso, 2nd Portion (Numbers 4:29-4:49)

Princely Presentation

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 23 May 2018 03:02:36 +0000

Parsha Curiosities: Parshat Naso Cracking the Code on mysterious themes & ideas in the weekly Parsha! The Torah’s identical repetition of the Inaugural Offerings brought by Israel’s tribal leaders, serves to make parshat Naso the longest Torah portion. Perhaps more pointedly though, it seems entirely superfluous; especially in view of the Scripture’s sparing nature. Yet, despite this obvious and glaring biblical anomaly; Rashi – our trusted master of mainstream meaning – appears to provide little rationale and no comfort at all. The explanation ultimately sheds light on Torah-true diversity and the importance of every person’s unique contribution in the rubric of spiritual life and divine service.

Secret Confessions

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 22 May 2018 15:03:01 +0000

Analysis of the Jewish way to confess; plus, what’s the Israeli connection? Parshat Naso, 3rd Portion (Numbers 5:1-5:10)

The Descendants

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 16 May 2018 11:35:17 +0000

"The Descendants" The real rhyme and reason Torah teachers are presented as progenitors. Parshat Bamidbar, 4th Portion (Numbers 3:1-3:13)

Array of Tents

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 15 May 2018 11:03:39 +0000

The Israelite camp was designed for easy access and to maintain symmetry. Parshat Bamidbar, 3rd Portion (Numbers 2:1-2:34)

Safe Segregation

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 14 May 2018 11:04:05 +0000

When segregation is not only tolerable but necessary for public safety. Parshat Bamidbar, 2nd Portion (Numbers 1:20-1:54)

Border Security

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 20 Jul 2017 11:31:13 +0000

Border Security: Why did Moses himself need to map out Israel’s future boundaries? Parshat Matot-Massei, 5th Portion (Numbers 33:50-34:15)

Ancient Journeys; Compelling Theories

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 19 Jul 2017 11:22:12 +0000

Agree to Disagree? Are dramatically differing Torah narratives necessarily mutually exclusive? Parshat Matot-Massei, 4th Portion (Numbers 32:20-33:49)

Gad & Reuben - Effected by a Diet!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 18 Jul 2017 11:41:39 +0000

"Let’s Settle This" Did Reuben & Gad’s DIET cause them to seek a Trans-Jordan settlement? Parshat Matot-Massei, 3rd Portion (Numbers 32:1-32:19)

War Games

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 17 Jul 2017 11:34:09 +0000

The Spoils of war had to be purified: discover the meaning of all 3 levels! Parshat Matot-Massei, 2nd Portion (Numbers 31:13-31:54)

Global Temple: Sukkot and the United Nations!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 11:22:09 +0000

Global Temple: Sukkot and the United Nations! Parshat Pinchas, 7th Portion (Numbers 29:12-30:1)

Fit To Be King

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 12 Jul 2017 23:03:29 +0000

Moses regally Appoints Joshua as the next ruler, but why wasn’t he royally Anointed? Parshat Pinchas, 4th Portion (Numbers 27:6-27:23)

Mutinous Mix - Up

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 10 Jul 2017 12:25:43 +0000

Decades after Korach’s Rebellion, his children emerge from the abyss, but out-of-order... Find out why! Parshat Pinchas, 2nd Portion (Numbers 26:5-26:51)

Animal Farm

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 06 Jul 2017 19:57:27 +0000

Why should recite Shema with gusto like a lion attacking, rather than the preying wolf! Parshat Balak, 5th Portion (Numbers 23:13-23:26)

The Dirt on Mitzvot: What's Up With That?!?

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 05 Jul 2017 13:39:08 +0000

“The Dirt on Mitzvahs” In his first parable, Baalam likens Hashem’s mitzvot to soil. Was that an insult? Parshat Balak, 4th Portion (Numbers 22:39-23:12)

The Reticent Angel of Mercy!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 05 Jul 2017 08:43:41 +0000

Why wasn’t the Messenger of Mercy sent to save Baalam from evil more forceful? Parshat Balak, 3rd Portion (Numbers 22:21-22:38)

Love and Hate

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 03 Jul 2017 18:11:24 +0000

Baalam’s bitterness and hate is contrasted with Abraham’s enthusiasm and love! Parshat Balak, 2nd Portion (Numbers 22:13-22:20)

Death of a Tzadik

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 29 Jun 2017 15:35:12 +0000

In the aftermath of Aaron’s passing, everyone mourns; then, enemies attack! Parshat Chukat, 5th Portion (Numbers 20:22-21:9)

Flower Power

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 22 Jun 2017 11:41:05 +0000

Lessons from the miraculous flowering of Aaron’s supernatural staff! Parshat Korach, 5th Portion (Numbers 17:16-17:24)

Korach's Son's Survival: The Men Who Returned From Hell!!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 21 Jun 2017 11:13:43 +0000

Korach’s Sons’ Secret Survival Story; the men who came back from Hell! Parshat Korach, 4th Portion (Numbers 17:9-17:15)

The People's Court: Moses Goes To Bat For The Nation!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 20 Jun 2017 11:17:57 +0000

Moses prays that G-d only punish real sinners. But isn’t that obvious? Parshat Korach, 3rd Portion (Numbers 16:20-17:8)

Moses Incensed

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 19 Jun 2017 11:11:09 +0000

Discover how diplomatic discussions devolved into his deepest distress. Parshat Korach, 2nd Portion (Numbers 16:14-16:19)

The Unforgiven Sinning Scouts!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 15 Jun 2017 22:55:35 +0000

Why weren’t the 'Sins of the Scouts' forgotten even though the nation was forgiven? Parshat Shlach, 4th Portion (Numbers 14:26-15:7)

Just Dough It!!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 15 Jun 2017 11:14:23 +0000

Discover how Challah dough packs a powerful punch at a pagan preoccupation! Parshat Shlach, 6th Portion (Numbers 15:17-15:26) Challah: a Step-by-Step Guide - How to Seperate "Challah"

Did Moses Muster The Best Defense?

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 13 Jun 2017 11:41:47 +0000

Why didn’t Moses use stronger defensive advocacy for the Jewish people? Parshat Shlach, 3rd Portion (Numbers 14:8-14:25)

Rebellious Disorder

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 12 Jun 2017 11:13:15 +0000

How disorderliness became a giveaway to Caleb on scouts’ sedition. Parshat Shlach, 2nd Portion (Numbers 13:21-14:7)

Last But Not Least

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 08 Jun 2017 13:43:05 +0000

“Last But Not Least” The caboose may come last, but its function shouldn’t be under-appreciated! Parshat Behaalotecha, 5th Portion (Numbers 10:11-10:34)

Mapping Life's Journeys!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 11:16:10 +0000

Ancient desert sojourns foretell our journeys today. Important lessons learned! Parshat Behaalotecha, 4th Portion (Numbers 9:15-10:10)

Never Too Late

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 11:15:30 +0000

Does G-d Give Us A Second Chance? The Parsha’s narrative shows us how we can make up for lost chances! Parshat Behaalotecha, 3rd Portion (Numbers 9:1-9:14)

Orchestrating Retirement: A Torah Idea?!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 05 Jun 2017 11:14:39 +0000

How we can orchestrate retirement to illuminate and alleviate life’s pressures. Parshat Behaalotecha, 2nd Portion (Numbers 8:15-8:26)

Confessions Of An Exile!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Tue, 30 May 2017 14:39:21 +0000

Discover profound insights into regretful repentance! Parshat Naso, 3rd Portion (Numbers 5:1-5:10)

Do We Believe In Forced Retirement?

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Mon, 29 May 2017 11:12:44 +0000

Do the Torah’s tribal instructions prove it requires forced retirement? Parshat Naso, 2nd Portion (Numbers 4:29-4:49)

Protected by the Babies!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Thu, 25 May 2017 11:17:13 +0000

Levites were tasked with guarding holiness; this included even infants! Parshat Bamidbar, 5th Portion (Numbers 3:14-3:39)

Born-again - Torah Style!

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan — Wed, 24 May 2017 11:11:15 +0000

“Born-Again” How life-giving Torah teachings can literally transform our life’s beginning. Parshat Bamidbar, 4th Portion (Numbers 3:1-3:13)