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Parshas Matos – Masai (5769)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
The revenge we took on Midyan was for the spiritual damage to Klal Yisroel. This brings us to a true focus and perspective for our only and true purpose of existence—our spiritual success. Not also ruchniyus or mainly but only and any materialism is all a support.
Hashem give us our Bais HaMikdash so that we can cling to You and to ruchniyus.
Have a wonderful Shabbos.
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Parshas Pinchas (5769)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
Pinchas was worthy of Divine inspiration of an act of honoring Hashem in a way that Moshe Rabbeinu, the greatest source of the Will of Hashem, was deprived to conceive.
What an awesome inspiration for us all. No limits; no boundaries; the absolute commitment, inspiration, ambition and yearning to bring to an absolute revelation of the honor of Hashem is blessed with an availability and the tools to spell out the glory of Hashem.
Have a wonderful Shabbos.
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Parshas Korach (5769)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
The main cause of the downfall of Korach was his lack of control in his power of speech. Chazal single out this most outstanding area as the highest priority in self improvement and shlaymus hanefesh.
Such an important lesson and inspiration for us today when there lacks such an awareness and conscientiousness of this top priority area in serving Hashem and fulfilling the purpose of our being placed on this earth.
Have a wonderful Shabbos.
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Parshas Bahaaloscha (5769)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
Despite explicit instructions that were given for the construction of the Menora at the end the gold was thrown into the fire and it was Hashem Himself who forged the menorah.
The function of the menorah is to produce light and light is the truth. There isn’t anything more precious.
In the framework of the quest for light and truth it is critical that we appeal to Hashem for a true program that is appropriate for our own personal needs.
Have a wonderful and enlightening Shabbos.
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Shavuos (5769)
By Mordechai Dolinsky
Every year the Heavenly blessings of bestowing upon Klal Yisroel the Torah repeat on Chag Matan Torasainu. To make ourselves worthy recipients we must make the appropriate commitment. We are subjected to a bombardment of confusing and often contradicting appeals for study and we must pray to Hashem to lead us to the system and program which is truly appropo and designed for our Torah learning needs. \
Have a wonderful Shavuos and significant kabolas Torah.
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Parshas Behar – Bechukosai (5769)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
At the beginning of Bechukosai Rashi spells out the program for all Klal Yisroel; a total commitment for intensive, intellectual dedication and devotion to undertaking serious Torah study. It is imperative to be aware that this is a directive for all. Hashem’s expectation of Klal Yisroel is absolute, total involvement in serious Torah study. It is important to comprehend that this image and mindset is what is expected of our nation just as Shabbos observance and Tefilin. Likewise it is expected of all serious, intensive Torah study program.
We have the most to gain since Torah study straightens our minds and brings light and clarity to all our endeavors.
Have a wonderful Shabbos.
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Parshas Emor (5769)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
Because of the limitations placed on the Kohanim with regard to relating to their deceased relatives it seems it is a high level not to fall under the mourning of relationships. Yet human sensitivity is always of the highest priority. Perhaps once one feels the human closeness it is the highest priority but the level of closeness to Hashem required of the Kohanim should blot out that special human closeness, therefore not requiring the priority of the human relationship.
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Parshas Tazria – Metzorah (5769)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
Our Shabbos arrives with a parsha with the most glorious, exciting phenomenon; birth. This followed by its tumah and the issue of tzoraas, manifested on our bodies, clothing and dwelling. Rosh Chodesh, a new page; a regeneration of history making material for the creation of renewal—history in the making.
All this with the mystifying secrets of the sefira of “gevura shebitiferes”. Put it all together …. And have a wonderful Shabbos and marvelous Chodesh.
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Parshas Shmini (5769)
by Mordechai Dolinsky
Every iota of the Creation calls out kavod shomayim. Sometimes we are especially inspired by …
The “keres”, the largest first stomach, breaks down ingested materials by microbial action, which causes the food to rot and decay. This is necessary in order to digest grass and hay, which are composed of cellulose, an otherwise indigestible material. In a nursing calf, however, there is no need for the milk to undergo this extra step of digestion. In fact, having the milk rot in the “keres” is undesirable. To circumvent this problem when a calf nurses, it generates electrical stimulation to the reticular groove that causes it to harden and seal off the opening of the esophagus into the stomachs. As a result, ingested food is prevented from continuing forward in the “keres” and is instead diverted through the reticulum (second stomach) and into the third stomach, which leads directedly to the “kaiva”, the fourth and final stomach. This ingenious mechanism thus completely bypasses the first stomach of the nursing calf.
Absolutely awesome! How are we better humans from this observation and how does this upgrade our avodas Hashem? The maaleh gerah, the four stomachs allow the consummation of difficult grasses. The splitting of the hooves brings the animal to these difficult places. The sign of kashrus is that they must work together. What is the lesson?\
Have a wonderful Shabbos.
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Shvii Shel Pesach (5769)
By Mordechai Dolinsky
After the greatest demonstration of Hashem’s love for us and control over the universe, comes a cloud that tampers with the excitement and inspiration—the reversal of the Egyptian submission. This is followed by again an awesome Divine demonstration. A great life lesson to “ hang on” despite the dark clouds. Let’s yearn for the coming of Moshiach.
Have a significant celebration of the krias Yam Suf.
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