Torah Portion of DEVARIM Deuteronomy 1:1–3:22 Moshe Kempinski www.shorashimshop.com The Torah portion of Devarim is always read before the Fast of Tisha B’Av. The portion begins with these words; “These are the words ( Devarim) that Moses spoke to all Israel, on the other side of the Jordan, in the wilderness, in the Arabah, opposite … Read more
Moshe Kempinski It has been an ancient custom to leave notes with prayers in the cracks between the Stones of the Western Wall The question is why would such a custom even be contemplated. First , these stones are on a wall that surrounded the temple mount that was not the wall of the Temple. … Read more
The Torah Portion of MAASEI ( Numbers 33:1-36:13) teaches us much regarding the way to walk the journeys of our lives. To join the Lesson CLICK HERE
Moshe Kempinski Torah Portion ; Matot (Numbers 30:2-32:42) The Torah portion of Matot (Numbers 30:2-32:42)is read this week with the portion of Maassei(Numbers 33:1-36:13). In Mattot we hear of the admonitions regarding vows, oaths and obligations. We read of the implications and difficulties that arise from the improper use of utterances and vows. The Hebrew words … Read more
The ancient olive tree never loses its leaves even in the winter. Yet the fruit needs to be crushed for its ultimate purpose. What does that teach us about walking in faith. To join the lesson CLICK HERE
BALAK Numbers 22:2–25:9 Moshe Kempinski Shorashimshop.com Balaam was “the prophet for the nations” who watched the progression of the Israelites into their destiny with apprehension. He is called into action by Balak, the King of Moab, who has been witness to the fact that the armies of the Canaanite nations are no match for this … Read more
Is passion and being zealous a positive trait, Can we truly love G-d with all that our heart contains, If so then how? To Join the lesson CLICK HERE
The dangers of losing the power of discernment when becoming accepted and loved becomes our prime focus in life
