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Parshas Noach (5770)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
Perhaps we can explain that Hashem destroys the good together with the bad for promiscuous actions for not exerting their positive influence and the inevitable negative effect it has on them. This has special meaning in our times.
Have a wonderful Shabbos.
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Succos (5770)
By Mordechai Dolinsky
For some, the ushering in of Succos is a welcome relaxation from the stress and tension of Yomim Noraim, to be enjoyed with pickled tongue and cold beer. For others it is a continuation of the intensive connection with the Shechinah and the presence of Hashem, basking in the Divine Presence in perhaps the most extreme manifestation possible in this world.
All to enjoy! Have a most joyous Chag.
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Parshas Haazeenu (5770)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
Rashi (32:10) explains that we faithfully committed ourselves to the Torah; to be loyal subjects under His royal kingdom, to commit ourselves to be under a serious, responsible submission. We were created with the instinct to be under a yoke—to be under a true Higher power–malchus—and be of a true ideal—Torah.
Have a wonderful, fulfilling first Shabbos and all the blessings of a gmar chasimah tova.
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Parshas Nitzavim – Vayelech (5769)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
How do we fulfill our obligation of proclaiming and relating to Hashem as a king as we are missing an image of real kingship as a role model. We are lacking the pomp and grandeur of royalty but we have the manifestation of true malchus seen through the Hashgacha Pratis in our lives. If one uses his capabilities of deep thinking he will see that this is the truest manifestation of kingship.
This, our last of the year, have a wonderful, meaningful, beautiful Shabbos, and a ksiva v’chasima tova.
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Shmimi Atzeres (5770)
By Mordechai Dolinsky
Hashem gave us on Rosh Hashana through the shofar the ability to go into the inner sanctum as the Kohain Gadol on Yom Kippur the the Kodshai Kodshim. On Shabbos Rosh Hashana (as this year), we can do it even without the shofar as our Avos were able to fulfill the mitzvos without the tools.
The succah gives us likewise this awesome opportunity of extreme closeness with Hashem similar to the above. On Shmini Atzeres we have the opportunity to do all the above without any tools, just us and Hashem. Awesome for all of us that understand and appreciate.
All the blessing of the Yom Tov and a wonderful Shabbos.
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Parshas Ki Savo (5769)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
Here we are approaching and getting closer to Rosh Hashanah, and our parsha dealing with the foundation of foundations; gratitude. “Arami Oved Avi” – in gratitude we go to the roots, the foundation, the truth of the thanks and the realization and the basis of the truth of thanks.
Cry to Hashem to be worthy to see the truth.
Have a wonderful Shabbos.
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Parshas Ki Saitzai (5769)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
(21:23) The deep concept of leaving the corpse hanging (see Rashi) is that we attribute bad to Hashem, and it is really a result of our own wrongdoings as we see in the parsha of Haazinu.
To lift ourselves in Elul we should daven especially Shacharis, with inspiration and a “kol” and undertake a small improvement in some area.\
Have a wonderful Shabbos.
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Parshas Shoftim (5769)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
We are at the onset of Chodesh Elul designated for a commitment for self-improvement and supreme inspiration. How can we be realistic in accomplishing this, especially with the failures so contemporarily prevalent.
The solution we can find in the Chazal in our Medrash 5:8 which is a ruchnius nuclear explosion. “All those that put their absolute trust in Hashem receive the Divine powers of Hashem.”
Have a good week and an inspiring, successful Elul.
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Parshas Re’ay (5769)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
It is imperative that despite the “vacation” mind-set we focus on Shabbos mevorchim of Chodesh Elul. The name of the parsha and its theme is its appropriate concept to “see”. There is so much to see; Hashem reveals |Himself so vividly and clearly for those that seek Him.
Have a wonderful Shabbos and a fulfilling, inspiring Chodesh.
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Parshas Aikev (5769)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
The parsha starts with awesome blessings for giving absolute attention and loyal adherence to even seemingly insignificant commandments as we see in Rashi. Everything is significant and extremely meaningful in the perspective of serving Hashem.
This period of time, despite it’s “vacational” implications is most significant and fertile for spiritual growth and accomplishments. Make use of this “hot” tip.
Have a wonderful Shabbos.
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