January 31, 2025
Sicha, Shabbos Parshas Beshalach, 10 Shevat 5737
There are moments in life when prayer is not enough – we must act!
A lesson about Moses’ leadership during times of crisis and the eternal lessons it teaches us.
As the Egyptians pursued them, the Jews were busy arguing about what their next step should be. Was collective suicide and option? And why did G-d side against passionate prayer?
Before the Israelites left Egypt, some chased after gold and some chased after graves — both upon the express command of G-d. Who was right?
A lesson about priorities.
The Torah contains nine ‘songs.’ The Song of Moses, the Song of David, the Song of Miriam, and so on. Jewish tradition seems to cherish the songs of the women. Why so?