Drops of Light Project

Against All Odds (90 Sec)

July 16, 2019 Drops of Light Project R. Enkin, Ari

In the episode of Zimri and Cozbi no one knows what to do until Pinchas takes his spear and takes action. How did no one else know what to do? What happened here, and what’s the message for us?

Secret of Fish On Shabbos (40 Sec)

July 8, 2019 Drops of Light Project R. Pessin, Aharon

Our Rabbis teach us that eating fish on Shabbat is a special thing. Rabbi Aharon Pessin reveals a fascinating lesson that is hidden in the Hebrew letters of the word fish.

PERSEVERANCE! (80 Sec)

July 1, 2019 Drops of Light Project R. Dworetsky, Eliyahu

One of the miracles that occured in the Temple was that the fire on the altar was never extinguished – exposed to the elements but never went out. Rabbi Dworetsky shares an important insight that we can learn from this miracle.

Disagree & Debate But Remember This (70 Sec)

June 25, 2019 Drops of Light Project R. Enkin, Ari

In the Torah Portion of Korah we learn about the evils of fighting and arguments. While arguments can often be evil, our Sages teach us how disagreements and debates with the proper approach and mindset can be positive and even productive.

The Role of Fire in Judaism (2 min)

June 4, 2019 Drops of Light Project Jewish Holidays, R. Klatzko, Benzion, Shavuot

When the Jewish people received the Torah on mount sinai, there was smoke, fire, and lightning. Was it so important that the Torah be received in fire? What role does fire play in Judaism?

God Likes These People (2 min)

May 31, 2019 Drops of Light Project R. Enkin, Ari

When the Jewish people travelled in the desert, a leader was to be chosen for each of the groups. There was a dispute among a couple of the leaders, but only one could be selected. Rabbi Ari Enkin shares an important lesson from the Torah portion of Bamidbar.