Ohr Somayach

Awestruck: Parshat Chayei Sarah

Why do we need to be told exactly where Isaac and Rebecca met for the first time?

The Wake-up Call: Parshat Toldot

Why did G-d make sure that Jacob would have to resort to trickery in order to get the blessings of prosperity?

Forever Young: Parshat Vayeitzei

What is the secret to extending your life?

The Haunted Hotel: Parshat Vayishlach

What is it like to spend a night in the former headquarters of Hitler Youth?

Fake News: Parshat Vayeishev

Don't believe everything you hear.

What If?: Parshat Vayigash

A lesson from Saquon Barkley's historic season.

No Words: Parshat Vayechi

Jacob's master class in self-restraint.

Do We Want to Be Great? - Parshat Shemot

Our choices can change our lives.

Gratitude: Parshat Va'eira

We have so many opportunities to say thank you.

Hostage Release: Parshat Bo

A time for mourning and a time for joy.

Never Too Late: Parshat Beshalach

A sincere prayer is always heard.

Learn or Lose: Parshat Yitro

Jalen Hurts' teachable moment.

The Oral Law: Parshat Mishpatim

How do we know that there must be an Oral Law in addition the written Torah?

Danger Zone: Parshat Terumah

What is the greatest threat to the Jewish people?

Light Up Your Life: Parshat Tetzaveh

Torah study is for everyone.

The Forgotten Hostage: Purim

If we stop believing in G-d, our enemies win.

Too Much Time on My Hands: Parshat Vayakhel

Got any free time?

Balancing the Books: Parshat Pekudei

Who provided financial oversight over the the donations Moses collected for the Tabernacle?

Rich Man, Poor Man: Parshat Vayikra

Why is wealth dangerous?

Too Much Information? - Passover

Why does the Haggadah mention that Abraham's father was an idol worshipper?

Ask the Rabbi: Parshat Shemini

Do you have your Rabbi on speed dial?

Flush the Losh: Parshat Tazria-Metzora

Words are more powerful than we realize.

The Strike Zone: Parshat Acharei Mot-Kedoshim

A change in Major League Baseball leads to an interesting result, and a lesson.

En Fuego: Lag Ba'Omer

Why do we light bonfires on Lag Ba'Omer?

It's up to You: Parshat Behar-Bechukotai

Why does G-d permit certain things that we should not do?

Light Up the Night: Shavuot

Introducing the angel of light.

The Unlikely Prophets - Parshat Beha'alotcha

What are we asked when we get to Heaven?

Spycraft : Parshat Shelach

Did the Mossad have extra help during Operation Rising Lion?

Connect the Dots: Parshat Korach

Thank the IDF. And its not-so-secret benefactor.

How 'Bout Them Apples?: Parshat Chukat

A story. And a lesson.

How Bad Do You Want It?: Parshat Balak

How powerful is the force of will?

The Highwayman: Parshat Pinchas

Be a hero.

The Rooster's Comb: Tisha B'Av

Let it go.

If Appropriate: Parshat Va'Etchanan

Be careful what you pray for….

Pat Yourself on the Back: Parshat Eikev

Can we take credit for our successes?

Did the Yankees Draft an Antisemite?: Elul

Introducing shortstop Core Jackson.

Sensitivity Training: Parshat Ki Teitzei

A lesson and a story about sensitivity to others.

Reward and Punishment: Parshat Ki Tavo

An unusual choice teaches us important lessons.

The Base Stealer: Rosh Hashana

Let's run through the stereotypes.

The Check Up: Sukkot

A great story in honor of the Sukkot holiday.

Hostage Release: Parshat Bereishit

We are our brothers' keepers.

Mister Miracle: Parshat Noach

G-d performed an open miracle to save Abraham in his youth. So why isn't the story included in the Torah?

LOL: Parshat Lech Lecha

Why does the Torah use the same verb to describe Abraham's laughter of joy and Sarah's laughter of disbelief?

The Wedding Singer: Parshat Vayeira

Sharing a lesson from my son and daughter-in-law's wedding last night.

The Long Ride: Parshat Chayei Sarah

Don't regret a good deed after doing it.

In Your Eye, Adolf: Parshat Toldot

Greetings from Berlin.

An Unexpected Guest: Parshat Vayeitzei

You never know who might show up to a class.

Sleep With One Eye Open: Parshat Vayishlach

Antisemitism can appear anywhere, at anytime.

Who Is Watching Us?: Parshat Vayeishev

Our everyday actions can inspire others.

Sydney Strong: Chanuka/Parshat Mikeitz

If we cower in fear, they win.

Just Between Us: Parshat Vayigash

The Art of Teaching a Lesson. And Don't Put Aluminum Foil in a Microwave.

Pick On Somebody Your Own Size: Parshat Shemot

Bullies beware.

Ribbit - Parshat Va'eira

Were the Egyptian magicians actually able to replicate the first two plagues?

Or Else!: Parshat Bo

Don't give up on anyone.

Return of the Last Hostage: Parshat Beshalach

The body of the last hostage returns on very appropriate week. 

Broadway Joe Namath: Parshat Yitro

I can't wait until tomorrow….

How to Buy Auto Insurance: Parshat Mishpatim

I'm not selling auto insurance. I'm teaching you what to buy.

Double Magnum: Parshat Ki Tisa

Good luck opening that bottle.

Who Inspires You?: Parshat Vayakhel-Pekudei

We all need inspiration.

Your Name is Your Mission: Parshat Vayikra