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Shmos Weekly Parsha Rabbi Mordechai Dolinsky

Parshas Mishpatim (5767)

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Parshas Mishpatim (5767)
By Mordechai Dolinsky

For the Mishpatim we must be reminded specifically that it is from Sinai and for the very same reason the Sanhedrin was placed near the Bais HaMikdash. The monetary laws are unique in that to properly understand and deal with them we must exert and involve our own logic. To really get down to the mentality and depth of the frame of mind of the claimants. At the same time we must keep this within the parameters of the dogmas of the Torah.

The Meddrash quotes the Chazal that Hashem loves orphans and widows since they lean on Him for their support. We are living in a period of poverty in direction of the true values of the Torah and Hashem surely will value our beseeching Him for direction.

Have a wonderful Shabbos.

Shmos Weekly Parsha Rabbi Mordechai Dolinsky

Parshas Beshalach (5767)

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Parshas Beshalach (5767)
By Mordechai Dolinsky

Hashem’s true love and kindness is inherent in the whole creation but in the tree and its fruit it is most apparent.

Klal Yisroel besides being worthy of all the miracles, actually brought about the krias Yam Suf, the Mon and the success in the war with Amalek with their firm belief.

This should be an inspiration to us to strengthen our emuna,  We should be worthy to see the geula sh’layma in our days.  Have a wonderful Shabbos.

Shmos Weekly Parsha Rabbi Mordechai Dolinsky

Parshas Bo (5767)

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Parshas Bo (5767)
by Mordechai Dolinsky

Among the awesome lessons we learn from the “shibud” and the “yetzia” from Egypt is the extreme degree of wickedness that single human beings and for that matter a whole nation can degenerate to.  Just the most basic idea of forcing slavery on humans is despicable.  The masses joining hands, going along with mass wickedness; what a lesson of how individuals can blindly be committed to evil, swept along by the masses.

This can likewise happen to shomrei Torah u’mitzvos, and loyal followers of Hashem; to become blinded to mistakes, blemishes and wrong committed by many among us.

However, the worst factor of the Egyptians enslaving and torturing Klal Yisroel was that we were the nation of Yosef Hatzadik who was solely responsible for the survival of this wicked nation.  It was due to him that they were not totally annihilated by the ferocious, devastating famine.  The Jewish nation should have been eternally revered and honored by the Egyptians.  They should have showered our nation with graciousness and willingness to serve us in every way.

As the wise saying goes—when someone gives you a firm kick try to remember the great favor or service you did for them.  Perhaps we are witnessing in the Egyptians a reflection of this irrational human weakness.

We are constantly the recipients of goodness from individuals that surround us; our parents, spouses and from HASHEM!!  Let us learn from these low Egyptians to subdue and overcome this weakness and shower our benefactors with the greatest of gratitude.

Have a wonderful Shabbos.

Shmos Weekly Parsha Rabbi Mordechai Dolinsky

Parshas Voaira (5767)

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Parshas Voaira (5767)
by Mordechai Dolinsky

The main connection with Hashem and motivation for obeying the Torah and mitzvos and fulfilling His will are the miracles of yetzias Mitzrayim; the 10 plagues and the krias Yam Suf.  These can have the dynamic effect that they are supposed to by creating a realistic image of them in our minds.  This image creating is of the most outstanding necessity for the 10 makos and all the events of Tanach and Chazal to have a true impact and influence on our values, behavior and standing up to our tests.

All Klal Yisroel throughout the generations were motivated by images of our giants and miracles which had its influence and impact by individuals creating a realistic perception of these in their minds.

It is imperative for all of us to set aside time daily for this most crucial activity, on which the total success of our being is dependent on.

“Voaira”—you should see.

Have a wonderful Shabbos and an inspiring, fulfilling chodesh.

Berashis Weekly Parsha Rabbi Mordechai Dolinsky

Parshas Vayechi (5767)

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Parshas Vayechi (5767)
by Mordechai Dolinsky

It is truly amazing that the ‘shevet’ designated for limud hatorah was signified and represented by the donkey whose intelligence throughout the ages was a source of ridicule.  Success in Torah studies is achieved by stubborn perseverance; the most outstanding attribute of this animal.

The study of Torah is of top importance for all members of Klal Yisroel which includes laymen and all sects and circles.  The most vital and important ingredient for success is stubborn perseverance.  Chazal tell us it has special significance and importance during this period, in preparation for the coming of Moshiach.

Have a wonderful Shabbos.

Berashis Weekly Parsha Rabbi Mordechai Dolinsky

Parshas Vayigash (57567)

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Parshas Vayigash (57567)
by Mordechai Dolinsky

Yosef degraded his father and brothers by declaring them shepherds which were looked down upon and despised by the Egyptians for the purpose for them to settle in Goshen where they would be isolated from the Egyptian culture.  He was thus setting the standards and mindset of a model structure for their galus existence.

For us presently as the galus progresses this becomes progressively more difficult.  With the situation today being that there are no geographical Torah true oases. How aware we must be that so much of our mentality and way of life is infested and infected with anti Torah ideas, ideals and standards.  We must pray to Hashem for Divine assistance to free us from this and enable us to live a Torah-true life according to His Will.

Have a wonderful Shabbos.

Berashis Weekly Parsha Rabbi Mordechai Dolinsky

Parshas Vayeshev (5767)

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Parshas Vayeshev (5767)
by Mordechai Dolinsky

How can we explain Yosef’s obstinacy to fulfill his father’s shlichus and subject himself to the danger of his brothers despite his clear understanding of the probable consequences which actually came into a reality?  Yosef was in touch with a great light of insight to the great emes and true will of Hashem.  This is the light of Chanukah.

Have a wonderful Shabbos and a joyous, significant Chaunkah.

Berashis Chanukah Weekly Parsha Rabbi Mordechai Dolinsky

Parshas Mikaitz (Chanukah) 5767

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Parshas Mikaitz (Chanukah) 5767
By Mordechai Dolinsky

Why was Yosef held so strongly accountable for asking to be remembered by the cup-bearer?  One may speculate Yosef’s ability to interpret the dreams either as a wisdom that he possessed with of course Divine assistance, or a special absolute miracle.  Assuming that it was a miracle it can account for Yosef being criticized.

If one is blessed by Hashem to be deemed worthy of such a Divine blessing it is like actually walking on thin air; how can one be concerned about wearing out his shoes?  When Yosef interpreted the dream for Pharoh his test was to do so not feeling at all that it was his wisdom, only a miracle; by drawing on the miracle he had experienced with the Divine gift of interpreting the dreams of the cup-bearer and baker.

This, too, was the test of the Chashmonaim—after having experienced the complete blessing of miracle nothing to do with their efforts whatsoever, they had to continue the war against the Yevanim, not attributing the success to their own efforts.  When one is blessed with this level of miracle he bears the awesome responsibility to respond accordingly.

We are living in an era that, too a large degree, Clal Yisorle is blessed by Hashem with these absolute nissim.  We must be aware of it and live up to the expectations of Hashem in our emuna and our actions.\

Have a wonderful Shabbos, Chaunkah and Chodesh.

Berashis Weekly Parsha Rabbi Mordechai Dolinsky

Parshas Vayishlach (5767)

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Parshas Vayishlach (5767)
by Mordechai Dolinsky

The real success Yaakov Avinu had in his historical rendezvous with Esav can be attributed to his tefilos and his intimate connection with the Shechina.  What a significant, relevant message there is for us today with the dangers lurking around us from the umos haolam.

Prepare for Chanukah which is getting true inspiration from the menorah, by connecting with the mitzvos that connect us to Hashem for example mezuzah, tzizis, tefilin and Shabbos. And have a wonderful Shabbos.

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