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How do you make big decisions in life? What are the roles of emotions and excitement in Avodas Hashem? And why is schmoozing underrated? In this thought-provoking episode of Shtark Tank, Yaakov Wolff sits down with Moishe Bane to discuss the frameworks that guide a Ben Torah through the complexities of career, Avodas Hashem, and family life.What We Covered:
In this episode of Shtark Tank, we sit down with Aleksey Chernobelskiy to discuss his fascinating journey—from his childhood in Moscow, his path to Torah observance, and his transition into the world of real estate investing. Aleksey shares insights into balancing idealism with reality, navigating the workforce as a Ben Torah, and his unconventional decision to turn down a spot at Cambridge in favor of Yeshiva.Beyond his personal journey, Aleksey delves into the world of real estate investing, offering valuable perspectives on renting vs. buying, investment strategies, and the ethical challenges that come with managing other people's money. He also talks about his growing online presence, the role of content creation in his career, and the ups and downs of being a public-facing figure in the digital age.Some of the topics we covered: Growing up Jewish in Moscow – The challenges of Jewish life in the Soviet Union and why his family moved to the U.S. The journey to Torah observance – How a college campus organization introduced him to Yiddishkeit and led him to Yeshiva. Turning down Cambridge for Yeshiva – The difficult decision to forego a prestigious degree in favor of a life of Torah. Finding a balance between Torah and career – How he continues to navigate the tension between work and learning. The real estate industry – His transition into real estate investing, the advantages of the industry, and the risks involved. Rent vs. Buy debate – A detailed breakdown of the financial and emotional considerations of homeownership. Content creation and social media – How he built a following on LinkedIn and Twitter, the benefits of online branding, and the challenges of public visibility. Challenges of being a Baal Teshuva in the workforce – Adjusting from the Yeshiva environment back to the secular world while maintaining religious growth. Lightning Round: His favorite sefer for hashkafa, what he does on long Friday nights, and the dream career he never pursued.
#Israel Trip 2025 02:14 Chareidim serving in the army 09:39 Are Israeli Wars a Milchemes Mitzva 18:54 Ben Torah for Life 25:32 Getting a Cheshek for Learning Torah 28:02 Connecting to Tefillah 31:50 Attending a Secular College 37:23 Interacting with Jews with Alternative Lifestyles and Values 41:05 Sports 48:24 Platonic Relationships 53:25 Discussing… Continue reading Q&A – Toras Shraga 5785
With the big game coming up, we take a deeper look at the role of sports in the life of a Ben Torah. To check out more of Ari's work: Linkedin Websites: www.stadiumcustomkicks.com www.aishtamidhats.com Join Our Whatsapp Group! If you enjoy Shtark Tank, you don't want to miss our Quiet Whatsapp group, which includes updates, exclusive bonus content and more. You will also get the chance to submit questions for the show itself. Click Here to join. Additional Content is also available at shtarktank.org
#Israel Trip 5785 01:33 Davening in the Yeshiva Minyon 04:25 Yeridas HaDoros 08:02 Interacting with the opposite gender 13:25 Can one know Shas without a good memory 17:21 Reading books of secular subjects and culture 20:21 Smart Phones and Technology 24:55 Becoming a Ben Torah for Life 29:00 Loving Self-hating Jews 32:59 Pursuing a… Continue reading Q&A – Mevaseret (5785)
There's a struggle that almost every Ben Torah faces—but few talk about openly. Today, we're breaking that silence. Rabbi David Lapin joins Shtark Tank to explore the delicate balance of Shemiras HaEinayim in today's hyper-visual world. From the Torah's foundational perspective on attraction and discipline to practical strategies for strengthening ourselves from within, this episode tackles the real challenges head-on. We discuss:✅ Why Shemiras HaEinayim is about more than just avoiding temptation✅ The hidden dangers of guilt and how it can actually hold you back✅ How to reinforce yourself from within, rather than just escaping challenges✅ The role of marriage in maintaining a strong inner world✅ Practical tools to stay strong in a world of endless distractions Plus, Rabbi Lapin shares his thoughts on how Torah itself serves as the ultimate anchor—and why true self-discipline is built through joy, creativity, and deep learning. You can listen to our first conversation with Rav Lapin here Join Our Whatsapp Group! If you enjoy Shtark Tank, you don't want to miss our Quiet Whatsapp group, which includes updates, exclusive bonus content and more. You will also get the chance to submit questions for the show itself. Click Here to join. Additional Content is also available at shtarktank.org Additional Resources from Rav Lapin The Ultimate Sacrifice Power In Marriage Playfulness In Marriage Time Stamps
What did Gedolei Yisrael say about this and how did they behave? Should Menorah be lit in public? Should a yarmulka be worn at work? Should we wear black hats, shtreimels and other identifying marks? Wear talis and tefillin while walking to shul? Build a Succah in a public area? Should we remove Jewish and Israel references from our resumes when trying to get a job? What are the biggest religious struggles in the workplace and what is most damaging to a Ben Torah? Host: Ari Wasserman, author of the newly published, revised and expanded book Making it Work, on workplace challenges with Rabbi Moshe Walter – Rabbi of Woodside Synagogue Ahavas Torah and noted author and lecturer – 14:00 with Rabbi Naftali Horowitz – Managing Director at Morgan Stanley and author of “You Revealed” – 39:47 with Harry Rothenberg, Esq. – partner at The Rothenberg Law Firm LLP (InjuryLawyer.com) and a popular lecturer – 39:47 with Charlie Harary – Business Executive and author of “Unlocking Greatness” – 39:47 with Rabbi Michoel Stern – author of “Divinely Distinct - The Jewish Mission in a Diverse World” – 1:27:54 Conclusion and Takeaways – 1:42:35 מראי מקומות Hear Dovid Lichtenstein being interviewed
In this episode, Gil Student discusses his new book, 'Articles of Faith,' exploring the intersection of traditional Jewish beliefs and modern challenges, particularly in the context of the internet. He shares his personal journey to faith, the importance of emunah and hashkafah, and the struggle between independence and authority in contemporary society. The conversation also delves into the impact of the internet on Jewish life, the necessity of critical thinking, and practical advice for navigating career challenges as a Ben Torah. Join Our Whatsapp Group! If you enjoy Shtark Tank, you don't want to miss our Quiet Whatsapp group, which includes updates, exclusive bonus content and more. You will also get the chance to submit questions for the show itself, as we did in this episode. Click Here to join.
This is a recording of a Shiur and Q&A by Rav Mayer Twersky on the topic of being a Ben Torah in the Workforce. Ths shiur was attended by Shtark Tank listeners and was hosted at Kehilat HaElah in RBS. (During the Q&A there was a sound glitch, making the audience questions sound strange, we apologise for this error). Source Sheet Don't miss out on exclusive bonus content, as well as special offers and initiatives. Join the Shtark Tank Quiet Whatsapp Group today, click here. Has Shtark Tank made even a small impact on your life? Email me at yaakovwolff@gmail.com with feedback, questions, comments. This episode is sponsored by the Zimbalist family in memory of Eli Moshe Zimbalist HY"D, and by an additional sponsor as a zechus for the speedy recovery of Binyamin Brown. Rav Mayer Twersky is a Rosh Yeshiva at Yeshiva University.
Is work supposed to be a religiously uplifting experience for Jewish people? What would that even look like on a day to day basis? What if I'm just a cog in a massive company where no one really takes note of my work?We discuss all of these questions- and more- with Yaakov Wolff, the host of the Shtark Tank podcast, which you can find here: https://open.spotify.com/show/34xll8GhTfu1BiRdhb8AyR?si=b4abjys_QiKEnaTrEJoeug%0AShtark Tank is a podcast about the challenges and opportunities of being a Ben Torah in the workforce. The content is focused on profiling professionals on the ground and hearing their real experiences, successes and struggles. That is to say, he is the right person to be discussing these questions with.Yaakov is currently completing his rabbinical ordination at Yeshivat Kerem B'Yavneh, where he continues to study as a member of its kollel. He served in the IDF as part of the Hesder program and is studying business and marketing at Open University Israel.In this episode, we also discuss Yaakov's brother in law, Eli Moshe Zimbalist, who was recently killed in action in Gaza. Eli Moshe leaves behind a remarkable legacy and the podcast would be worthwhile just for the single tidbit we learn about him.On that note, it is worth pointing out that Eli Moshe built dozens of pieces of furniture for Rabbi Shalom Rosner's Nofei Hashemesh shul, and he dreamed of helping complete it. The Eli Moshe Zimbalist Beit Midrash will be built in his memory.Email Yaakov at yaakovwolff@gmail.com for more information about the beit midrash, the podcast, or the Shtark Tank whatsapp group.
Episode Summary: Ever wondered what advice a top CEO coach would give to someone just starting out? Rav David Lapin, who usually helps CEOs of multinational corporations tackle tough problems, is coaching me today—an Avreich stepping into the business world for the first time. To listen to Rabbi Lapin's first interview, where he talks about his personal journey, click here. Questions Addressed: Do we leave Yeshiva or graduate? Is this a step down or a step up? What are the keys to gaining and maintaining meaningful employment? Can business and chessed be the same? How does a Ben Torah navigate a secular work environment? Bio Rabbi David Lapin has taught Torah to thousands of talmidim in South Africa, America, and in Israel, and currently serves as the Rabbi of Ohr Ra'anan. In addition to his almost five decades as a teacher, he is formerly the CEO of Lapin International LLC, an internationally renowned business consultant and thought leader. He is the author of Lead by Greatness. You can tune in to his podcast, Matmonim Daf Yomi, on Spotify, Youtube or other podcast platforms. Don't miss out on exclusive bonus content, as well as special offers and initiatives. Join the Shtark Tank Quiet Whatsapp Group today, click here. Has Shtark Tank made even a small impact on your life? Email me at yaakovwolff@gmail.com with feedback, questions, comments.
Delivered for the Passaic Clifton Community Kollel Yarchei Kallah 7/4/2024
What's a Ben torah? with Rabbi Gershon Ribner – Rosh Kollel of Kollel Nesivos Hatorah – 12:27 with Rabbi Yisroel Brog – Rosh Yeshiva Tiferes Avigdor – 17:15 with Rabbi Moshe Taub – Rov of Young Israel of Holliswood, Rabbinic advisor of Ami Magazine – 20:34 with Rabbi Efrem Goldberg – Senior rabbi BRS – 29:50 Electricity on Shabbos Electric Water Meter Sump Pump (basement pump) Security systems Motion sensors With Rabbi Zvi Holland and Rabbi Chananya Jacobson – StarK Kashrus Administrators –33:04 מראי מקומות
Mussar Shmooze given by Rabbi Ben Zion Bamberger, recorded in Yeshivas Ohr Reuven, Monsey NY.
3 conditions pour être un vrai ben Torah by Rav David Touitou
Don't miss out on exclusive bonus content, as well as special offers and initiatives. Join the Shtark Tank Quiet Whatsapp Group today, click here. Has Shtark Tank made even a small impact on your life? Email me at yaakovwolff@gmail.com with feedback, questions, comments. To order Ben Torah for Life, by Rav Aaaron Lopiansky, click here This episode is sponsored by Virtual Halacha Program. Go to vhalacha.com for more info on their unique program tailored for serious Bnei Torah in the workforce. Overview: The conversation with Rav Aaron Lopiansky explores the emotions and challenges faced by individuals transitioning from yeshiva to the workforce. It also touches on historical precedents and the unique challenges faced by the current generation. Rav Lopiansky emphasizes the need for personal guidance and finding a community that aligns with one's values. He also discusses strategies for balancing time and commitments, as well as the importance of finding the right approach to Talmud Torah. The conversation concludes with a discussion on how to maintain a healthy relationship with one's yeshiva experience and the importance of cherishing the memories and values learned during that time. Bio: Rabbi Ahron Lopiansky is Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva of Greater Washington – Tiferes Gedaliah, accepting the position in July of 2014. He studied and received rabbinic ordination from the Mir Yeshiva of Jerusalem. In Israel, Rabbi Lopiansky taught at Aish HaTorah from 1983-1990, and then taught at the Mir for five years before assuming the post of Rosh Yeshiva of the Yeshiva Gedolah of YGW in 1995. Rabbi Lopiansky is a prolific author, having written more than 20 seforim on various topics.
Balabatish Questions is a 4-part series about the mindest of being a Ben Torah in the workforce, co-hosted by Yaakov Wolff and Zevi Reinitz. The final Balabatish question: Should we keep our accomplishments to ourselves? Or is there room for making a big deal and celebrating? After the discussion, we conclude the series with a quick summary and a few action items. Sources: 'Celebrate' by Rabbi Sacks zt"l Tombstone of Rav Eliezer Yosef Lederberg Michael Jordan on the GOAT debate Thank you to the Iyun Institute for sponsoring this series. Check out their website, subscribe to their email list, and listen to their brand new podcast, for hard hitting analysis of the Haredi Draft debate and more. Do you want more Shtark Tank in your life? Join the Shtark Tank Quiet Whatsapp Group for exclusive bonus content! If you have any sort of feedback, or just want to say hey, don't hesitate! You can reach me by email and LinkedIn
Balabatish Questions is a 4-part series about the mindest of being a Ben Torah in the workforce, co-hosted by Yaakov Wolff and Zevi Reinitz. The third Balabatish question: What is the role of jealousy? Is it purely negative or can it serve a positive function as well? Tune in for another fun conversation, followed by a question that has bothered me for years! Thank you to the Iyun Institute for sponsoring this series. Check out their website, subscribe to their email list, and listen to their brand new podcast, for hard hitting analysis of the Haredi Draft debate and more. Do you want more Shtark Tank in your life? Join the Shtark Tank Quiet Whatsapp Group for exclusive bonus content! If you have any sort of feedback, or just want to say hey, don't hesitate! You can reach me by email and LinkedIn
Balabatish Questions is a 4-part series about the mindest of being a Ben Torah in the workforce, co-hosted by Yaakov Wolff and Zevi Reinitz. The second Balabatish question: Why do Balabatim play down their accomplishments and abilities? Tune in for a conversation packed with some surprising data, sources and Gedolim stories! Thank you to the Iyun Institute for sponsoring this series. Check out their website, subscribe to their email list, and listen to their brand new podcast, for hard hitting analysis of the Haredi Draft debate and more. Do you want more Shtark Tank in your life? Join the Shtark Tank Quiet Whatsapp Group for exclusive bonus content! If you have any sort of feedback, or just want to say hey, don't hesitate! You can reach me by email and LinkedIn
Balabatish Questions is a 4-part series about the mindest of being a Ben Torah in the workforce, co-hosted by Yaakov Wolff and Zevi Reinitz. The first Balabatish question: Why is "Bahlabus" a dirty word in many Batei Midrash? And why does it matter? Tune in for a conversation about the Mitzvah of Talmud Torah, the psychology of identity, and more! Thank you to the Iyun Institute for sponsoring this series. Check out their website, subscribe to their email list, and listen to their brand new podcast, for hard hitting analysis of the Haredi Draft debate and more. Do you want more Shtark Tank in your life? Join the Shtark Tank Quiet Whatsapp Group for exclusive bonus content! If you have any sort of feedback, or just want to say hey, don't hesitate! You can reach me by email and LinkedIn
Yahrtzeit Yomi #989!! י אדר שני Shaya Twersky The Consummate Ben Torah ישעיה שמחה ב״ר ברוך יוסף (1983 - 2003) ------------------------------------------------- Shalom U'vracha Rabboisai!! Shaya Twersky - ישעיה שמחה ב״ר ברוך יוסף ז״ל - was a 20-year-old bochur in the Waterbury Yeshiva when his life was tragically cut short in a car accident on the 10th of Adar Sheini, 5763 (2003). In his short sojourn on this earth, Shaya transformed himself into an elevated, dignified and beautiful Ben Torah with a developed, kindly personality that endeared him to all who knew him. He is fondly remembered by his rabbeim, friends and family as someone who lived in an aura of Kedusha, and was a tremendous source of inspiration, both during his lifetime and in the two decades that followed. On the occasion of Shaya's 21st Yahrtzeit, we are honored to present a beautiful Hesped that was delivered by HaRav Daniel Kalish Shlita, Shaya's Rebbi Muvhak, who eloquently expressed the everlasting legacy which Shaya zl taught us all; both those of us who were privileged to know him, and those who were not. May the inspiration derived from the beautiful, sterling character of ישעיה שמחה בן ברוך יוסף be an eternal זכות for his holy neshoma, and may he continue to be a מליץ יושר for his loving family, friends and all of כלל ישראל!! ---------------------------------------------------- Share the Yahrtzeit Yomi link with your contacts!! https://chat.whatsapp.com/JimbwNtBaX31vmRDdnO3yk To dedicate or sponsor, please contact 917-841-5059. Sponsorships can be paid by Zelle to the same number. First come, first served. Monthly sponsorships are $540. Weekly sponsorships are $180. Daily sponsorships are as follows: Dedications (l'Zecher Nishmas, Zechus shidduch/refuah/yeshuah, etc.) are $50. Sponsorships (fliers, advertising, promotions, additional links, etc.) are $100. The cost to request and sponsor a Tzaddik that is not included on the Yahrtzeit Yomi schedule is $180. --------------------------------------------------- Adar Sheini Yahrtzeits 1. BOO!!/Ibn Ezra 2. Beis Yisrael/R' Moshe Schwab 3. The Levush/The Aderes 4. Menachem Begin/R' Avraham Blumenkrantz 5. R' Avraham Bing 6. R' Naftali Amsterdam 7. Yahrtzeit of Moshe Rabbeinu 8. R' Moshe Aaron Stern 9. R' Shmuel Auerbach 10. Taanis Esther/Shaya Twersky 11. Rashash/R' Shmuel Brudny 12. R' Naftulche Bobover 13. Rav Moshe Feinstein 14. Peeerim!!
#Israel Trip 2024 02:06 Staying Motivated To Do Things That We Don't Understand 05:46 Other Hashkafos 08:04 Army 11:13 Chassidus 16:49 Learning Sifrei Chassidus on Your Own 18:38 Cheshek in Torah 22:05 Sports 26:54 Orthodox Professional Athletes 29:22 Ben Torah in the Workplace 34:21 Getting Up for Shachris 36:17 Platonic Relationships 40:12 Giving Reasons… Continue reading Q&A – Toras Shraga 5784
#Israel Trip 2024 #Terumah 12:40 Becoming a Ben Torah Through Gemorah Alone 15:04 Shleimus as it Applies to Girls 17:00 Marriage 18:11 Changing in a Marriage 19:23 Prioritizing Self Improvement 20:51 Dealing with Haughty Talmidim 25:46 Follow up Question to Dealing with Haughty Talmidim 28:33 Perfectionist 30:17 Yiridas HaDoros 34:16 How Should a Bachur… Continue reading The Complete Tzurah of a Ben Torah (with Q&A) – Derech 5784
In our very first episode, we sit down for a conversation with Zevi Reinitz, tech executive and mechaber seforim. We discuss his journey as a writer, and what he thinks is the most important mindset for a Ben Torah in the workforce. You can check out Zevi on LinkedIn and join his "Great Qs on the parsha Whatsapp Group" Shtark Tank is a podcast for Bnei Torah in the workforce, providing insightful conversations with role models and mentors. Join our quiet WhatsApp group, where I will be posting new episodes, as well as bonus content related to each weeks conversation. Would love to have you along for the ride! Chapter 1: Intro and Background Chapter 2: Zevi's Writing 'Career' Chapter 3: Limiting Mindset Chapter 4: Today's Unique Moment
Delivered to the Kollel in Atlanta, GA 12/11/23. Available on their podcast
Rabbi Lopiansky Ben Torah for Life Shiur In Kollel by Congregation Beth Jacob
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Your choice of how you spend your day, whether it's devoted to learning in Kollel or in the workforce, does not define your status as a Ben Torah or a Bal Habus. Listen to Rav Gershon Ribner as he sheds light on this important distinction.Buy Rabbi Ribner's book, “Consequential Choices” by visiting your nearest Judaica store or visiting https://rebgershonribner.com/2021—————————————————Podcast Hotline: 732.506.2600 Thank you for subscribing to Our Town! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-town/id1661853310Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/26jkl3pgksq6PBuGBY2E9u?si=_3AWWqicQwalRXgBKpt-WwGoogle Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/search/our%20town%20LNNand anywhere else Podcasts are available!To watch any of our episodes as well as to get all the latest Lakewood news: LNNNews.com --For Our Town Podcast sponsorship opportunities--ourtown@lnnnews.comLNN is Lakewood's favorite source for local news and information! Join an official LNN News Group:https://chat.whatsapp.com/IR2pLWROHorD3pMDcRRTYNStatus: https://wa.me/17326083941?text=%20Subscribe
Delivered at Yeshivat Kerem B'Yavneh #Israel Trip 2023 – Ben Torah for Life for Yeshiva Bochrim [16:37] – Focusing on Parnasah While in Yeshiva [18:13] – Chassidus in Yeshiva [23:12] – Machshava and Chassidus [31:25] – Tools to Work on Regesh [33:02] – Niggun [36:30] – Time Spent on Regesh [37:17] – Are Yeshivas… Continue reading Makkos Becharos – Establishing Klal Yisroel as the Leader (with Q&A) – KBY 5783
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#Israel Trip 2023 02:19 Response to Terror Attacks 05:50 Playing Sports 09:37 Staff in a Co-Ed Camp 13:14 Mesorah 19:48 Answering Challenges to the Mesorah 20:43 Having a Girlfriend 22:33 Hashgacha Pratis 26:34 What to Look for in a Rebbe 28:46 Ben Torah in the Workforce 33:04 More Religious than Friends 34:35 Difficulties… Continue reading Q&A – Toras Shraga (5783)
Ben Torah Biolam Haparnasah Shiur 1
One of the great sources of enjoyment in this world comes when a person's efforts are recognized and rewarded. There is a great feeling of satisfaction when a person sees the fruits of his labor. And it is an even greater feeling when he gets honored as a result of them. This is why acting privately, l'shem Shamayim is very difficult. It means the person has to try to hide all of his good deeds and not get honor from them, and thereby give up all of that potential satisfaction that he could have gotten. The greatest satisfaction that a person can possibly get will come in the form of rewards in the Next World. There, the person will see how much Hashem took notice and appreciated every last effort that he ever made. The less honor a person gets here, the more honor he gets there. Even in this world, sometimes Hashem orchestrates events in ways that show us how much He really does appreciate everything we do. And when that happens, we become overjoyed. This gives us a very small glimpse into how much joy we are going to have when Hashem shows us how much He recognized every single good deed that we ever did. I read a story which took place in the earlier half of the 1900's when a medical complication known as RH incompatibility was not yet understood. A certain family in Yerushalayim had this condition and child after child born to them passed away within mere hours of birth. No one could figure out the problem and they were suffering tremendously from it. Eventually, the case came to an eminent European professor who concluded that the blood types of the mother and baby were incompatible. And he was convinced that the only hope of saving a baby born in that situation would be if it received an immediate blood transfusion right after birth. At that time, there were no blood banks with blood available like we have today. A blood transfusion required the donor to be present to give the blood at the time of the transfusion. This meant they needed to find someone with the blood type that the doctor specified who would be willing to give a substantial quantity of blood at the time when their next baby was born. The couple advertised in newspapers in Israel and abroad until, finally, a man from America who matched the blood type agreed to give his blood to save a life. Finally, that long anticipated day arrived when this mother went into labor and that man had already come after making the long, difficult journey to Israel. The transfusion was made on the spot and was a success. The parents' joy knew no bounds. When they celebrated their first brit milah , they honored their benefactor at the milah and showered him with gifts and heartfelt thanks, as did their extended family and friends. The man dismissed all the fanfare, modestly explaining that what he did was something any Jew would do. They named the baby Moshe and little Moshe developed into a fine Ben Torah. On every one of his birthdays and every time he reached a milestone, his parents would write a heartfelt letter of gratitude to the donor and enclose pictures of their son so that he could rejoice with them. When Moshe turned three, they sent pictures of him getting his first haircut. They did the same when Moshe got his first siddur at his siddur party. As well when he started learning Mishnayot , and then when he had his first Siyum Masechet . Every happy occasion was shared with the donor. The donor even made a special trip to Israel to celebrate Moshe's bar-mitzvah in person. Eventually, Moshe was accepted into one of the most renowned yeshivot in all of Israel and was one of the best boys in the entire yeshiva. When the time came for him to get married, his Rosh Yeshiva suggested a shidduch for his prize student – an American gvir(wealthy man) who was looking for an outstanding b achur for his daughter. As soon as the names were mentioned, both families were in awe. It was none other than the daughter of this man who donated blood to save Moshe's life. That boy became his son-in-law. It was then that he saw the amazing hashgacha that Hashem brought about to show him how much his efforts were appreciated. Besides the joy in having such a great son-in-law, the man was overjoyed with the knowledge that Hashem appreciated and rewarded his efforts. He had such satisfaction from this episode. The satisfaction that is awaiting each person in the Next World for every one of their good deeds will far surpass any satisfaction they could possibly get in this world.
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The pasuk says in Kohelet , תן חלק לשבעה וגם לשמונה, and Rashi explains, a person should always give from his money and his time, even if seven different people ask him for help. And when he finishes giving to seven, he should then give to another eight and never say I did enough. The pasuk continues, כי לא תדע מה יהיה רעה– we do not know which deed we will need to protect us from potential harm or for whatever else they will help us with in the future. Hashem uses the deeds that we do to give us beracha and protect us from harsh decrees. We don't know which deed accomplishes what and we don't know what the future holds. T herefore, we are to take advantage of every opportunity that comes our way. In the book What a Story by Rabbi Yechiel Spero, there's a story that took place about 30 years in Israel. A boy named Doni was slacking off in his yeshiva and even after numerous warnings from his rabbis, he continued performing poorly. It got to a point where he was asked not to return for the upcoming zeman . When the next zeman began, the administrator of the yeshiva was very surprised to see that Doni showed up. He told him, unfortunately, he was no longer welcome there. Doni tried to argue his case and the discussion became heated. Walking by at that moment was Rav Nachum Gold, a young American rabbi who joined the yeshiva that year. He and his wife had been married five years without children and it was recommended that they move to Israel as a zechut. As soon as he heard the exchange between Doni and the administrator, he offered to take Doni under his wing and learn privately with him if that would help enable him to stay. The heads of the yeshiva made a meeting and accepted the offer. Rav Nachum did wonders with Doni, helping him reach his true potential. Doni became one of the stars of the yeshiva. And that same year, Rav Nachum and his wife were blessed with a baby boy. Doni did very well mentoring the younger boys who were struggling like he used to. After Doni got married, he learned a few more years and then, eventually, was hired to work in a yeshiva with boys who were trying to find themselves. One day, a boy with a backpack and hair down to his shoulders entered the building and introduced himself as Rocky. Although he came from a religious family, he was the black sheep and his parents had trouble connecting with him. At this point in his struggles, he was planning on backpacking through Asia. He was just making a quick stop in Israel and, somehow, ended up in Doni's yeshiva. Doni heard Rocky out, welcomed him warmly, and offered him a place to stay for a few days before he continued his journey. Those few days made a huge impact on Rocky. He decided to stay in that yeshiva where he developed a very close relationship with Doni. As time passed, Rocky became a serious Ben Torah, making an amazing turn around. A few years later, Doni and his wife set up Rocky, or Yerachmiel as he was once called, with a wonderful girl who had a similar life story and, soon after, they got engaged. Yerachmiel had not seen his parents in years and now they were going to fly in for the wedding. The last time they saw each other they were barely on speaking terms. Since Yerachmiel came back to religion the relationship improved greatly by phone. On the day of the wedding, Yerachmiel's parents were getting ready in the hall when Yerachmiel's mentor Doni walked in. Suddenly, Yerachmiel's father's eyes lit up. He ran over to Doni and the two embraced. It was none other than Rav Nachum! He was Yerachmiel's father. After their first son was born, Rav Nachum and his wife moved back to America. Although he had success with his other children, he struggled greatly with Yerachmiel. Never in his wildest dreams did he think the boy that he brought back to Hashem would be there to save his own son and bring him back to Hashem. Every good deed that we do becomes a zechut that Hashem uses to help us at a later date.
Rabbi Aaron Lopiansky sits down with me for an in-person interview where we cover numerous topics including his parents and father in law (R' Benish Finkle), Holocaust education, Hashkafa, Kiruv richokim, the Kollel movement, his bestselling book, 'A Ben-Torah for Life', and a real takeaway from the Chaim Walder catastrophe. To listen to all previous KOLOT episodes, visit kolotpodcas.com or search KOLOT on any podcast player. KOLOT is a project of the Columbus Community Kollel, a full time learning center in Bexley. To learn more about the Kollel, visit thekollel.org and forever be inspired!
י אדר שני Shaya Twersky The Consummate Ben Torah (1983 - 2003) in 5782 by Rabbi Daniel Kalish
Some people are born with handicaps, some with illness and some more challenged than others. Everyone is created exactly the way they need to be to fulfill their unique mission in the world. When it comes time for shidduchim , they may be thinking, who will want to marry me with my handicap? However, they should know, when the bat ko l proclaimed bat ploni l'ploni , and Hashem decided before they were even born who they were going to marry, He took into account their handicaps and deficiencies, and therefore they can also look forward to marrying the person that Hashem has designated for them. Dr. Meir Wikler told a story in his book Einei Hashem which he heard directly from the father of the girl who was involved. Rabbi Barowich and his wife had a new baby girl born to them, but she came with some frightening news. The doctor told them she had what's called spina bifida and explained to them all of the problems that may come about as a result, including the fact that most probably she would not be able to walk normally. The parents named her Tikvah, which means hope. They were determined that Tikvah's physical and social development be as normal as possible and they wanted her name to reflect that determination. With a lot of siyata d'Shamaya , Tikvah managed to keep up with her class and was very popular with her friends. After she went to seminary in Israel, she experienced the joy of watching her friends become engaged and get married, but as the number of her single friends dwindled, she wondered about her own marriage prospects. She really wanted a budding Torah scholar as a husband. She herself was very bright and wanted someone who she could relate to. But she realized she might have to compromise on that. When Tikvah was 22 years old, Rabbi Barowich and his wife received a phone call from a Rebbitzin asking if they would be interested in a certain shidduch for their daughter. The name she gave was Shimon Ginsburg, who was one of the top boys in his entire yeshiva. It sounded to them like a dream come true. But then the Rebbitzin added that the boy had diabetes. She said it's completely under control and other than that he's in perfect health. The Barowichs called his doctor and were satisfied that the diabetes was under control. They thought about it long and hard and then they said to themselves, if Shimon was really the right one, they should not focus any more on his diabetes than they would want a young man to focus on Tikvah's limp. The two went out and eventually became engaged. Rabbi Barowich saw that all the reports about Shimon were accurate – he was an exceptionally gifted Ben Torah and he had sterling middot . After the wedding began the most delightful period of nachat , both for Tikvah and her parents being that their dream had been fulfilled. However, ten months later their bubble burst. Shimon wasn't feeling well, and he went to the doctor for testing. It was discovered that his liver wasn't functioning properly. Tikvah became very afraid as the doctor told them there was a serious problem with the liver, and it was only functioning at ten percent of its normal capacity. The only treatment would be to get a transplant. When Rabbi Barowich heard about this, he knew the odds of that happening were not so great. Firstly, there would be a waiting list and even when it became Shimon's turn, he would need to find the perfect match. And even if that would happen, they would still face the possibility of organ rejection. They began praying like they never prayed before and getting closer to Hashem. The next few months were very rough. They were going to discharge Shimon from the hospital one day, but that meant his chances of receiving the liver would be reduced even more. Rabbi Barowich pleaded with the hospital to let him stay just another week and they agreed. Five days later, the doctor gave them incredible news. A donor had been found for Shimon and the doctor added, “You are even more fortunate than you could imagine. We are planning to give you not only a new liver, but also a new pancreas.” The doctor explained, “Shimon is a diabetic with liver failure. Pancreatic transplants are never performed for diabetics because the risk of complication from the powerful immuno-suppressant drugs that a transplant patient has to take is too great. But since we are going to give Shimon a new liver and he'll need those drugs anyway, giving him a new pancreas entails no additional risks. Not only that, the cost of both of these surgeries combined is around a half a million dollars. The insurance company is only willing to cover the liver transplant, but our hospital is willing to do the other one free of charge since they want the credit for performing the first ever combined liver and pancreas transplant.” Baruch Hashem, both surgeries were a success and Shimon was completely healed from both of his problems. Not only did he have a healthy liver, he was no longer a diabetic either. Tikvah was born with a handicap and so was Shimon, but that was precisely how this couple, who were meant for each other, ended up together. The handicap was not a minus, it was the catalyst for their shidduch.
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