Parsha – Drops Of Light

Behind The Greatness Of Abraham

October 29, 2020 Drops of Light Project Lech Lecha, R. Enkin, Ari, Torah Portions

In the Torah portion of Lech Lecha we are introduced to Abraham – He was the first Jew. He taught the world about G-d. He did acts of kindness to no end. He was told by G-d that it was time to move to the land of Israel and when he arrives, the verse states “He pitched his tent” – but the words “his tent” are spelled strangely in the verse. It’s spelled with a letter hei and not a vav. Implying something else. Rabbi Ari Enkin shares an important lesson in life, and reveals yet another point of greatness found in Abraham our forefather.

The Dove & The Olive Branch

October 21, 2020 Drops of Light Project Noah, R. Enkin, Ari, Torah Portions

As Noah is preparing to finally leave the ark he sends out a Dove to find dry land – The Dove returns with an olive leaf / branch in its beak. The wording that the verse uses is ‘taraf befi’hah” which is an oddly aggressive word for the circumstances. From this we learn an important lesson…

Was Creating Man Good?

October 14, 2020 Drops of Light Project Bereishit, R. Enkin, Ari, Torah Portions

In the beginning of Creation – after every creation the Torah says “it was good”. However, after the creation of Adam and Eve it does not say “it was good”. We know that man was created in G-d’s image. The pinnacle of creation. So why does the Torah not say “it was good” – Rabbi Ari Enkin shares an insight.

G-d Appreciates This…

September 4, 2020 Drops of Light Project R. Enkin, Ari

In the Torah Portion of Ki Tavo we learn about the offering of the first fruits. The farmer would bring his first fruits as an offering to G-d. The rich man and poor man alike would bring the fruits in a basket or platter. Yet, the poor man’s basket was taken by the priest and not returned , while the rich man’s platter was returned. Why does the poor man have to lose his basket as part of the offering while the rich man gets to keep his? What is G-d telling us by this? Rabbi Ari Enkin shares an insight…

Woman Captured At War & the Rebellious Son

August 28, 2020 Drops of Light Project R. Enkin, Ari

In the Torah Portion of Ki Tetze we read the verses regarding ‘a beautiful woman who is captured at war’ (Known as ‘Isha Yifat To’ar ‘- In Hebrew) and right after that passage, the Torah discusses the laws of the rebellious son who, if guilty, must be put to death. Why are these two uncomfortable scenarios presented next to each other? What lesson is the Torah teaching us, through bringing these two passages together? Rabbi Ari Enkin shares an insight…

Where Do Flags Come From? (2 min)

May 20, 2020 Drops of Light Project R. Enkin, Ari

Where does this idea of a flag come from? Over 3000 years ago throughout the Jewish People’s travels in the desert, we learn that every tribe of Israel had their own flag. There are also sources that the Angels who came down to the giving of the Torah on Mount Sinai also held flags. What is this all about?

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?

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.

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.

What Makes a Jewish Leader? (2 min)

December 28, 2018 Drops of Light Project R. Enkin, Ari

Short insight by Rabbi Ari Enkin on this weeks Torah Potion and the criteria to be coming a Leader of[…]

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