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Guests: Josh Hammer & Mickey L. Mattox Host Scot Bertram talks with Josh Hammer, host of The Josh Hammer Show and senior editor-at-large at Newsweek, about Israel's role in the Middle East and his new book Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West. And Mickey Mattox, Flack Family Foundation Chair and professor of theology at […]

Join Robert and Ericka as they welcome conservative political commentator, author, attorney, and columnist, Josh Hammer. Josh, Robert, and Ericka discuss the growing ideological divide in America, Josh's new book Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West, and why the survival of the Jewish nation is deeply […]

One of the reasons that people may lose energy and excitement in their avodat Hashem is that they misunderstand the way Hashem deals with them. It makes logical sense that when a person is doing what Hashem wants, he should feel a certain spiritual elevation and receive some type of reciprocation which shows that Hashem is appreciating what he is doing. And so, when those things don't happen, people may begin to lose the enthusiasm that they once had. If they only knew how much Hashem appreciates what they are doing, and how much they are gaining every second of it, they would happily increase their enthusiasm. Let us analyze the way that Hashem dealt with Avraham Avinu. Hashem promised him a baby boy when he was 70 years old, but he did not see the fulfillment of that promise for another 30 years. Then, when Yitzchak was 37, Hashem commanded Avraham to offer him up as a korban . One would think, being that this was arguably the greatest mitzvah ever performed, that Avraham should have felt a connection to Hashem like no other on his way to do the Akeda . He should have felt an incredible spiritual feeling beyond imagination. Yet, it says וירא את המקום מרחוק – and he saw the place from afar. Chazal tell us that means he saw the מקומו של עולם - HaKadosh Baruch Hu – very distant from him. He did not feel any spiritual elevation, nor did he feel any connection to Hashem. It was actually just the opposite, a feeling of being distanced from Hashem. And one would think, after Avraham passed this monumental nisayon , Hashem should have showered him with blessing and showed him how great he became as a result. Yet that is not what happened. Rather, Avraham discovered that his wife had passed away, and he had to go deal with finding her a burial plot. This is precisely what made Avraham's deed as great as it was. The entire Jewish Nation is still benefiting from that one deed until today. Avraham knew that what he was doing was what Hashem wanted and that's all he needed to know. Going there without the spiritual feelings made the avodah even more precious. Not seeing Hashem patting him on the back, kavayachol , afterward made the avodah even more valuable. This world is the world of work. We need to toil in our avodat Hashem and the rewards come later. If someone has been praying for something for years without seeing results, he may feel that Hashem is not listening to him. Yet our Chazal teach us otherwise. Our Imahot prayed for years without seeing any results and that is precisely what made them as great as they became, continuing to push themselves without seeing the reciprocation. We know what Hashem wants from us. He told us in the Torah. And we know He appreciates every little move we make. When we continue growing and serving Him to the best of our ability, without the spiritual feelings and without the immediate rewards, it makes our service infinitely greater. If someone starts learning more or going to shul more, his natural expectations are that he will see more open blessing in his life from it. That may happen and it may not, depending on what Hashem knows is good for him. But if it doesn't happen and he continues learning and continues going to shul more, it makes those efforts so much more valuable and it raises him to such a higher level. He will most probably not feel any more spiritual from what he is doing, but that will just add to the potential levels he could reach. Akedat Yitzchak was done without any special feeling and without any immediate reciprocation. And we know that Hashem appreciated that act more than we could imagine. It made Avraham so great and the rewards of it are still being paid until today. This should be a model for us to understand that the greatness of our avodah does not depend on how spiritual we feel or how quickly Hashem gives us what we want afterwards. It's actually just the opposite. The more we persevere without the feeling and without the reciprocation, the greater the avodah becomes.

Josh Hammer, author of "Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West" and Senior Editor at Large at Newsweek, on what America needs to resuscitate to become great again. The left's youth is lost. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the ​latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Josh Hammer joins in to discuss his recent book, "Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West."

In the ​latest installment of the ongoing interview series with contributing editor Mark Bauerlein, Josh Hammer joins in to discuss his recent book, “Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West.”

Western civilization faces a crisis of confidence, and Josh Hammer has a recipe to combat the three threats eroding its foundations.   His new book, "Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West," lays out the key civilizational challenge and finds wisdom from the Bible to combat it.   He joins The Daily Signal to talk about his book, the U.S. alliance with Israel, and the judicial insurrection against President Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Western civilization faces a crisis of confidence, and Josh Hammer has a recipe to combat the three threats eroding its foundations. His new book, “Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West,” lays out the key civilizational challenge and finds wisdom from the Bible to combat it. He […]

Today, we're reacting to the trailer for the sixth and final season of the Left's favorite show, “The Handmaid's Tale,” and as badly as the Left wants the show to be about abortion, it's actually closer to modern-day surrogacy. Not that anyone wants to talk about that. Later, we have Newsweek senior editor at large Josh Hammer on to discuss all the things going on in politics right now. We talk with Josh about Trump ending family planning grants, potentially cutting Planned Parenthood's federal funding, the revocation of green cards for pro-Hamas protesters, and the embarrassing debacle of the Atlantic editor in chief Jeffrey Goldberg getting accidentally added to a Signal chat where Pete Hegseth, JD Vance, and others in the Trump administration discussed planned bombings in Yemen. Oops. Josh also tells us about his new book, "Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West," and the importance of Israel in the defense of Western civilization. Share the Arrows 2025 is on October 11 in Dallas, Texas! Go to sharethearrows.com for tickets now! Buy Josh's new book, "Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West": https://a.co/d/0B5fBuO Buy Allie's new book, "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://a.co/d/4COtBxy --- Timecodes: (00:57) Share the Arrows speaker announcement (07:12) Final season of “The Handmaid's Tale”  (19:48) The real handmaids: surrogates (31:30) Josh Hammer interview (31:40) Trump ending family planning grants for Planned Parenthood (42:47) Atlantic editor in chief added to attack plans chat (51:11) Hamas supporters' green cards getting revoked (58:00) Israel protecting Western civilization --- Today's Sponsors: Good Ranchers — Go to GoodRanchers.com and subscribe to any of their boxes (but preferably the Allie Beth Stuckey Box) and get free bacon, ground beef, seed oil free chicken nuggets, or salmon in every order for a year. Plus, you'll get $40 off when you use my code ALLIE at checkout. Jase Medical — Go to Jase.com and enter code “ALLIE” at checkout for a discount on your order. America's Christian Credit Union — Switch to America's Christian Credit Union today for faith-aligned banking with exceptional rates and nationwide access. Visit https://www.americaschristiancu.com/allie to get started! My Patriot Supply — Prepare yourself for anything with long-term emergency food storage. Get your 4 week Emergency Food Kit at https://PrepareWithAllie.com, plus an extra 12 days of food for free! --- Related Episodes: Ep 1151 | What REALLY Went Down Between Zelenskyy v. Trump & Democrats' Embarrassing Show | Guest: Josh Hammer https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1151-what-really-went-down-between-zelenskyy-v-trump/id1359249098?i=1000697963021 Ep 836 | Surrogacy Horror: Gay ‘Dads' Demand Abortion | Guest: Brittney Pearson https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-836-surrogacy-horror-gay-dads-demand-abortion-guest/id1359249098?i=1000620814003 Ep 919 | No Good Surrogacies: A Surrogacy Baby Speaks Out | Guest: Olivia Maurel https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-919-no-good-surrogacies-a-surrogacy-baby-speaks/id1359249098?i=1000637866783 --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Seth Leibsohn hosts Josh Hammer, discussing Hammer's new book, "Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and The Destiny of the West." Hammer argues that the disproportionate attention on Israel and the Jewish people stems from their foundational role in Western civilization, tracing back to biblical times, and emphasizes the need for a strong Jewish-Christian alliance to defend these values against those seeking to undermine them.

In this episode, Liz Wheeler interviews Josh Hammer, author of the new book "Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West." The two discuss whether or not the U.S. should end foreign aid to Israel, why it's in America's interest to be an ally of Israel, and what the JFK documents reveal. Hammer, host of "America On Trial with Josh Hammer," also explains the latest legal battle for the Trump administration. The two also discuss Chief Justice John Roberts' errant statement regarding judicial impeachments. All that and more! SPONSORS: BANK ON YOURSELF: You can get a FREE report that reveals how you can Bank On Yourself and enjoy TAX-FREE retirement income, guaranteed growth, and control of your money. Just go to https://BankOnYourself.com/LIZ and get your free report. ALL FAMILY PHARMACY: Go check out https://allfamilypharmacy.com/LIZ and because you're part of this movement, use code LIZ10 at checkout for an exclusive discount! MASA CHIPS: I encourage you to check out MASA Chips at https://MasaChips.com and use my promo code LIZWHEELER for a discount. Offer good on first time orders only. MY PATRIOT SUPPLY: Go to https://PrepareWithLiz.com to claim your kit, plus an extra 12 days of food FREE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh Hammer explains how the judicial insurrection stands no chance against President Donald Trump, excoriates the latest Tesla-centric eruption of left-wing violence, and opens up about the successful launch week for his brand-new book, Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks to Josh Hammer about his new book “Israel and Civilization: The Fate of The Jewish Nation and The Destiny of the West”; Trump's immigration and deportation policies; if we are approaching a constitutional crisis; judicial overreach; the civilizational battle between Western values and rising global threats; Israel's role as a key U.S. ally and defender of biblical principles; the need for strong leadership to preserve Western civilization amid internal and external challenges; an optimistic vision for the future of the West; and much more. Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Lumen.Me - Lumen is the world's first handheld metabolic coach that measures your metabolism through your breath. It lets you know if you're burning fat or carbs, and gives you tailored guidance to improve your nutrition, workouts, and sleep. Go to: https://lumen.me/rubin to get 15% OFF! Lean - A powerful weight loss supplement with remarkable results to help lower blood sugar, burn fat by converting it into energy, and curb your appetite. Rubin Report viewers get 20% off plus free rush shipping off their first order! Go to: https://TakeLean.com and enter promo code RUBIN20 for your discount Rumble App - Looking for more freedom in your streaming? Download the Rumble app today and experience content like never before! Available on Android and iOS, you can take Rumble with you wherever you go, whether you're on the move or just relaxing at home. Go to: https://rumble.onelink.me/u9tR/rubin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Wednesday's Mark Levin Show, unelected federal district judges, particularly in Democrat-leaning areas, are overstepping their authority and undermining the separation of powers by issuing vague or overly broad orders that interfere with presidential duties, such as immigration enforcement and border security. This is judicial overreach, unchecked by the Supreme Court or Chief Justice John Roberts, and it threatens the constitutional framework, potentially leading to a judicial oligarchy or tyranny. The judiciary needs to respect the elected executive branch, and the Supreme Court needs to intervene and uphold constitutional principles. These federal judges are acting beyond their role, not just interpreting laws but effectively rewriting the Constitution. These are rogue judges or ‘rewriters' who are overstepping their authority and undermining the judicial system's purpose. Also, Sen Bernie Sanders is a Stalinist. To him, the Democratic Party isn't wrong—it's just not committed enough. Why is it acceptable for a man who shares the ideology of Castro and Mao to be treated like just another liberal? Bernie worships Marxism. He uses the language of the Constitution to attack the Constitution, which is typical of Marxists. Finally, Josh Hammer calls in to discuss his new book, Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West. https://www.amazon.com/Israel-Civilization-Jewish-Nation-Destiny/dp/1635769736/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich talks about the latest in the fight against Hamas with Josh Hammer, Newsweek senior editor-at-large and author of "Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West." President Trump is expected to sign an executive order this week dismantling the Department of Education; we learn more from Corey DeAngelis, senior fellow at the American Culture Project. Plus, Dr. Robert Jeffress, senior pastor of First Baptist Church in Dallas, was among a group of faith leaders who visited the White House on Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Josh Hammer returns to the Anchoring Truths Podcast for a discussion of his first book Israel The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West. The book is a powerful, next-generation manifesto declaring that the future prosperity and ultimate fate of Western civilization is dependent upon the security and thriving of the Jewish people and the Jewish State of Israel—that the Jewish people's right to self-determination in their ancestral homeland demands a distinctly realist foreign policy and tight-knit US-Israel relations.In addition to being a contributing editor at Anchoring Truths, Josh is a 2021 James Wilson Fellow. He is the senior editor-at-large of Newsweek, where he hosts "The Josh Hammer Show" podcast and syndicated radio show. A syndicated columnist through Creators Syndicate, Josh also hosts the "America on Trial with Josh Hammer" podcast for The First. Josh graduated from Duke University and from the University of Chicago Law School. Purchase Josh's book hereListen to The Josh Hammer ShowListen to America on Trial with Josh Hammer*Toward the end of the podcast, Josh notes that he meant to cite Rabbi Hillel, rather than Rabbi Akiva, in discussing the Golden Rule and its origins in Leviticus 19.

We invite you to check out The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show! If you love Verdict with Ted Cruz, you might also enjoy The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping some Tuesday takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts: Follow The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show, the hosts dive into a range of hot topics, starting with President Trump's announcement about releasing 80,000 unredacted documents related to the JFK assassination. They discuss the potential implications and the public's reaction to this significant disclosure. The conversation then shifts to President Trump's decision to end Secret Service protection for Hunter and Ashley Biden, highlighting the excessive number of agents previously assigned to them and questioning the necessity of such measures. Senior White House aide Stephen Miller intellectually crushes mainstream media host. President Donald Trump's call with President Vladimir Putin, emphasizing the potential for a ceasefire in Ukraine and the broader implications for U.S.-Russia relations. The hosts analyze the statement released by the White House, highlighting the importance of peace efforts and the potential economic benefits of ending the conflict. The hour also features an insightful interview with Josh Hammer, senior editor at large of Newsweek, about his new book, "Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West." Hammer discusses the end of the ceasefire in Israel and the renewed posture toward Hamas, emphasizing the critical role of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He also explores the broader implications of U.S.-Israel relations and the importance of a strong alliance between the two nations. Hammer's book delves into the historical and biblical foundations of Western civilization and argues for the continued support of Israel by both Jews and Christians. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show podcast wherever you get your podcasts: Clay & Buck Podcast on Apple For the latest updates from Clay and Buck: https://www.clayandbuck.com/ Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton on Social Media: X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuck YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The King County Sheriff’s Office is facing a staffing shortage. Patty Murray and the Democrats are spreading more baseless lies about Trump’s position on medicare and medicaid. Guest: Josh Hammer on his new book Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West. // Big Local: Everett is reverting back to diesel buses after their electric buses experienced repeated failures. Live coverage of NASA’s news conference. // You Pick the Topic: Actor Tracy Morgan was seen getting violently ill and being taken away in a wheelchair at last night’s New York Knicks game.

Josh Hammer updates us on the latest judicial ruling against DOGE, the continued left-wing meltdown over President Trump's invocation of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act, and Chief Justice John Roberts' unhinged latest attack on President Donald Trump. Plus, Josh provides an update on his new book, Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author, podcast host, Newsweek editor and more, Josh Hammer joins Bob. They talk about the fall of the democrat party. They also talk about Josh's new book "Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West" which is a must read.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this conversation, Carl Jackson interviews Josh Hammer, senior editor at large for Newsweek, discussing his new book 'Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West.' They explore the role of secularism in America, the definition of Western civilization, challenges within the conservative movement, the threat of anti-Semitism, and the implications of NATO's evolving values. The discussion also touches on free speech issues on college campuses and the political identity of Jewish leaders like Chuck Schumer. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradio Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshow Parler: https://parler.com/carljacksonshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshow http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carl Jackson guest hosts for Dennis... Carl talks to Newsweek columnist and editor, Josh Hammer. His new book is Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West… Thanks for listening to the Daily Dennis Prager Podcast. To hear the entire three hours of my radio show as a podcast, commercial-free every single day, become a member of Pragertopia. You’ll also get access to 15 years’ worth of archives, as well as daily show prep. Subscribe today at Pragertopia dot com.Keep up with the Trump Administration when you subscribe to The Trump Report. This email brings you daily highlights from the Oval Office, right to your inbox, 5 days a week. Subscribe today at http://salempodcastnetwork.com/trumpSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump announces the Kennedy Files will be released Tuesday Afternoon. SpaceX departs the International Space Station carrying the stranded astronauts. Trump revokes Hunter and Ashley Biden's Secret Service detail. A Liberal French politician asks for the Statue of Liberty back because he says the US “despises it” with our immigration policies. Teslas continue to be vandalized, set on fire or destroyed in protest of Elon Musk. One-hit wonder ‘90's band, Semisonic, makes a statement condemning The White House from using their song, “Closing Time”, under a video of the deportation of illegal gangs. Author and Senior Editor-At-Large at Newsweek, Josh Hammer joins us to discuss “Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West”. Dana touches on the increase in “swatting” incidents of influential conservative personalities. IWF Center for Energy and Conservation Director, Gabby Hoffman joins us to push back on the latest effort to fight the housing crisis by making federal land available.Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Relief Factorhttps://relieffactor.comTurn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3-week Relief Factor Quick Start for only $19.95 today! Goldcohttps://DanaLikesGold.com My personal gold company - get your GoldCo 2025 Gold & Silver Kit. PLUS, you could qualify for up to 10% in BONUS silverAll Family Pharmacyhttps://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/DanaBe prepared for when you need medicine the most. Don't go to urgent care YUCK.Code Dana10 for 10% off your entire orderByrnahttps://byrna.com/danaDon't leave yourself or your loved ones without options. Visit Byrna.com/Dana to receive 10% off Patriot Mobilehttps://patriotmobile.com/DanaDana's personal cell phone provider is Patriot Mobile. Get a FREE MONTH of service code DANAHumanNhttps://humann.comSupport your metabolism and healthy blood sugar levels with Superberine by HumanN. Find it now at your local Sam's Club next to SuperBeets Heart Chews. Tax Network USAhttps://TNUSA.com/DANADon't let the IRS's aggressive tactics control your life, empower yourself with Tax Network USA's support.  Reach a USA based agent @ 1(800) 958-1000 - Don't fight the IRS aloneKelTechttps://KelTecWeapons.comSee the NEW PS57 - Keltec Innovation & Performance at its bestPreBornhttps://Preborn.com/DanaDonate by dialing #250 and saying “BABY” or give securely at Preborn.com/Dana.Fast Growing Treeshttps://fastgrowingtrees.com/DanaThis spring, get up to 50% off select plants at Fast Growing Trees, plus with an extra 15% off your first purchase with code DANA

Josh Hammer, senior editor-at-large for Newsweek, joins Sid to plug his brand-new book, releasing today, titled Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh Hammer goes deep on the new statute that is suddenly at the center of our political conversation—the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. What exactly does this law say—and just as important, what does it not say? Also, today is publication day for Josh's brand-new book, Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West. Purchase your copy today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Carl Jackson interviews Josh Hammer, senior editor at large for Newsweek, discussing his new book 'Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West.' They explore the role of secularism in America, the definition of Western civilization, challenges within the conservative movement, the threat of anti-Semitism, and the implications of NATO's evolving values. The discussion also touches on free speech issues on college campuses and the political identity of Jewish leaders like Chuck Schumer. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradio Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshow Parler: https://parler.com/carljacksonshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshow http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Hammer discusses the importance of his new book out today, Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West. Order your copy at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or wherever you buy your books!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Josh Hammer, author of "Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West" and Senior Editor at Large at Newsweek, joins Seth to talk about his new book. We're joined by John Dombroski, founder and president of Grand Canyon Planning Associates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Hammer explains the overwhelming case for the discretionary deportation of any individual alien—legal or illegal—so long as the alien acts in a subversive manner against the sovereign. Here in the United States, the sovereign is "We the People!" Josh then discusses his Federalist Society event in Miami last night and his forthcoming debut book—out one week from today—Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh Hammer explains the Democrats' fork in the road after their buffoonish behavior during President Trump's presidential joint address to Congress, explains what the GOP must do to fix its judicial nominations problems, and discusses the war in Gaza and his soon-to-be-released debut book, Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stigall has some concerns related to some of his colleagues communications strategies. Are the in the best interest of MAGA and advancing a conservative agenda or advancing a personal brand? Now is not the time to go small when we have big picture fish to fry. Hunter Biden is having some money trouble. Shocker! What's the deal with the death of Gene Hackman and his wife? Are we any closer to truly eliminating the Department of Education? Brian Jodice of the American Federation for Children joined the show to discuss how school kids, parents, and states benefit big time by eliminating one of the most bloated federal agencies. Plus, a new book on the importance of the Judeo-Christian relationship to global peace and our role in the Middle East in a brand new book authored by Josh Hammer "Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West." -For more info visit the official website: https://chrisstigall.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisstigallshow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisStigallFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.stigall/ Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/StigallPodListen on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/StigallShow - Global Coin, for exclusive listener offers go to https://www.shopglobalcoin.com/pages/stigall or call 1-888-560-3125. - Keep up with the Trump Administration when you subscribe to The Trump Report. This email brings you daily highlights from the Oval Office, right to your inbox, 5 days a week. Subscribe today at http://salempodcastnetwork.com/trump See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Megilla tells us that Ester, the heroine of the Purim story, had another name – Hadasa. What might be the significance of this second name? We should perhaps assume that if the Megilla found it necessary to inform us of Ester's other name, this detail must be important. What does the name "Hadasa" represent, and what does it tell us about Ester's role in the Purim story? The historical backdrop to the Purim story is the destruction of the Bet Ha'mikdash and the Jewish People's banishment to exile. It was during this period, after the Jews had spent over half a century in Babylonia – which was taken over by Persia – that the story told in the Megilla unfolded. We can easily imagine what was going through the Jews' minds at this time. They must have assumed that their special relationship with G-d was over. After all, G-d had sent the Babylonian marauders to set His Bet Ha'mikdash ablaze, and to bring the nation into exile. Decades passed, and they remained far from their homeland. They naturally thought that they were no longer Hashem's special nation, and there was thus no longer any reason to learn Torah, to perform Misvot, or to live a religious lifestyle. Indeed, the Gemara teaches that at Ahashverosh's feast, he came dressed in the special garments of the Kohen Gadol, and used the utensils of the Bet Ha'mikdash. He was celebrating the fact that the Jews' exile was permanent, that they would never be returning to the Land of Israel and would never rebuild the Bet Ha'mikdash. The Jews participated in this feast, showing that they shared this belief. Of course, this was a grave mistake. King Shlomo, the wisest of all men, writes in the Book of Kohelet (4:12), "Ve'ha'hut Ha'meshulash Lo Bi'mhera Yinatek" – "The triple thread will not easily be snapped." A single thread can easily be torn, but if three threads are woven together, this becomes a rope, which is far more difficult to cut. The Jewish Nation is a "triple thread," having been built by three patriarchs – Abraham, Yishak and Yaakob. Had our nation been created by just a single founder, or even two founders, this would not have established a strong enough foundation to withstand the many challenges and upheavals that would occur over the course of Jewish history. But our nation was built by three "threads," three outstanding figures, laying for us a foundation that can never be broken. For this reason, the verse in the Book of Debarim (32:9) says, "Yaakob Hebel Nahalato" – Yaakob is the "rope" of G-d's "lot," the Jewish Nation. Yaakob was the third patriarch, and thus he turned the "threads" of his two predecessors into a "Hebel," a rope, that can never be broken. The Jewish Nation is eternal, and its special relationship with Hashem is eternal. A child might anger his parents, and this relationship might at times be strained, even, perhaps, under drastic circumstances, to the point where the parent must send the child out of the home for a period of time, but he will always be their child, and their love for him will always remain. Similarly, even when Hashem punishes Am Yisrael, and even when He drives us into exile, His love for His treasured nation is everlasting. This was Ester's message to the Jewish People when they faced the threat of annihilation. They had despaired, figuring that G-d had abandoned them, but she reminded them that their bond with Hashem is everlasting and unconditional. She therefore decreed a three-day fast – to remind them of the "Hut Ha'meshulash," the "triple thread" that forms the foundation of Am Yisrael, which cannot ever be broken. Ester was therefore called "Hadasa," an allusion to the "Hadas," the myrtle branch, one of the four species we take on Sukkot. The Torah calls the Hadas "Anaf Etz Abot" (Vayikra 23:40) – a branch with a thick covering of leaves – and Rashi explains this to mean "Kelu'im Ke'hebel" – "braided like a rope." The leaves of the Hadas branch grow in groups of three, with every three leaves emerging from the same spot on the stem. The Hadas' thick covering of leaves is thus likened to a rope, three threads woven together, and it symbolizes the concept of "Yaakob Hebel Nahalato," G-d's eternal bond with the Jewish Nation. In fact, the word "Hut" (thread) in Gematria equals 23, such that three threads are represented by the number 69 (23 X 3) – which is the Gematria of "Hadas." Ester was called "Hadasa" because this was precisely the message she conveyed to the Jews in exile – that Hashem's love for them was everlasting, that this bond could never be broken. We all recognize the numerous spiritual problems that plague the Jewish People in our day and age. It is clear to all of us that there is so much to improve, so many difficult problems to address. But we must never feel discouraged or fall into despair. At no point may we ever think, as the Jews in Persia thought, that Hashem no longer loves us or cares about us, that our special relationship with Him has ended. We must remember that our special bond can never be broken, that Hashem loves us under all circumstances, even when we aren't acting as we should. Sometimes this love is more evident, and sometimes less, but we must believe that it is always present. This awareness should give us the encouragement and resolve we need to work toward growth and improvement, to strive to elevate ourselves as well as our fellow Jews, and thereby strengthen the eternal bond between us and our Creator.

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The Process of Becoming the Jewish Nation (Shemos 5785)

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When Yaakob's sons returned to Egypt and informed him that his beloved son, Yosef, was still alive, he at first didn't believe them (45:26). But Yaakob then saw the wagons that Yosef had sent with his brothers to use for carrying Yaakob to Egypt. At that point, Yaakob's "spirit was revived," and he realized that Yosef was, indeed, alive. The Midrash famously explains that the "wagons" contained a "coded message" of sorts to Yaakob. The Hebrew word "Agalot" ("wagons") reminded Yaakob of the last subject which he taught to Yosef, the law of "Egla Arufa." This law applies in a situation where a murder occurred near a city, and the killer was not found. The city's leaders must perform a special ceremony, killing a young calf – "Egla" – in an area which cannot be cultivated, and this atoned for the crime which was committed. Yosef wanted to show Yaakob that he still remembered the Torah which Yaakob had taught him. And so when Yaakob saw the wagons, which alluded to the Torah which he taught Yosef, and which Yosef remembered, Yaakob knew that his son was indeed alive. Why did Yaakob not initially believe his sons? And what changed once he saw the wagons? Some commentators answered these questions by taking a closer look at what Yaakob's sons told him. They said, "Yosef is still alive – and he is in fact ruler over the land of Egypt." True "life," for a Jew, is a life of Torah commitment. The brothers were telling Yaakob that Yosef was spiritually "alive," dedicated to Hashem, even as he served as leader over Egypt. This is what Yaakob could not believe. He found it inconceivable that Yosef retained his spirituality, his religious commitment, while serving in a powerful position in a pagan country. Once Yaakob saw Yosef's hidden message, that he still remembered and felt connected to the Torah that Yaakob had taught him, he realized that it was true, that against all odds, Yosef was still "alive" in the truest sense of the word, full of spiritual life. The same can be said of all of us, the entire Jewish People. Like Yosef, we were driven from our homeland, and were forced to live among foreign cultures. And, like Yosef, we endured a great number of hardships and difficulties. It would seem almost impossible for the Jewish Nation to remain "alive" through the centuries of exile and persecution, for us to retain our firm commitment to Torah and Misvot. And yet, to our nation's credit, we have remained spiritually "alive," we have persisted in our devotion to our faith and our traditions. There is no doubt that each day, our Father, Hashem, looks down from the heavens and jubilantly exclaims, as Yaakob Abinu did, "Od… Beni Hai" – "My child is still alive!" Hashem takes great pride in the fact that despite all we've been through, even with all the spiritual challenges we have faced and continue to face, with all the lures and temptations that we confront, we nevertheless remain fervently committed to Him. We, Hashem's children, are still "alive," and we must continue to steadfastly adhere to our sacred traditions until this exile finally ends and we are prepared for the final redemption, may it come speedily and in our time, Amen.

The story of Dina's abduction at the hands of Schem is tragic and fraught with questions. However, perhaps most perplexing is how Shimon and Levi could defy their father without remorse.  When accused by Yaakov Avinu of subjecting the whole Jewish Nation to mortal danger, not only were they not contrite, but they defended their violence by reiterating the disgrace suffered by their sister. How could this possibly explain what they did?  Unless perhaps there is something much more profound in their answer that touches upon that which is part of our very essence!Please share your comments and insights If you seek the Torah's timeless wisdom to assist in navigating your life, check out other helpful episodes on this podcast.

The Shulhan Aruch (Orah Haim 191) writes that the Sages instituted an abridged version of Birkat Ha'mazon to be recited by workers who are being paid wages for a full day of work. Since their time belongs to the employer, the Rabbis allowed the workers to recite a shorter version of Birkat Ha'mazon. The workers recite the entire first Beracha, and then a brief combination of the second and third Berachot. The fourth Beracha, which to begin with does not constitute a Torah obligation, is omitted, and certainly the "Ha'rahaman" section is omitted, resulting in a significantly shorter text of Birkat Ha'mazon. This was done to minimize the amount of worktime taken away from the employer. This Halacha does not apply nowadays, because, as the Poskim explain, employers today – thankfully – are not so strict that they refuse to allow their employees the several minutes needed to recite the complete Birkat Ha'mazon. The Aruch Ha'shulhan (Rav Yechiel Michel Epstein of Nevarduk, 1829-1908) goes so far as to say that even if the employer explicitly stipulates that he hires the worker on condition that he does not recite the full text of Birkat Ha'mazon during work hours, this condition is not binding. Since the accepted practice today is to treat the full text of Birkat Ha'mazon as an outright obligation, the employer is not halachically permitted to make such a stipulation. Therefore, even if an employer makes this demand, the employee recites the full text of Birkat Ha'mazon. (Birkat Ha'mazon is similar in this regard to the evening Arbit prayer, which, strictly speaking, is optional, but has been accepted by the Jewish Nation as an obligatory prayer, and it must therefore be approached as an outright obligation. The same applies to the full text of the Birkat Ha'mazon, which has been accepted as obligatory and may thus not be substituted by the abridged version.) Although this Halacha is not actually practiced nowadays, it nevertheless yields – albeit indirectly – a vitally important practical lesson. The Talmud Yerushalmi raises the question of why the Rabbis instituted a special abridged version of Birkat Ha'mazon, instead of simply allowing workers to recite Birkat Ha'mazon while working. Rather than have the workers skip portions of Birkat Ha'mazon, the Rabbis could have enacted that after reciting the first Beracha, workers should resume working and recite the rest of Birkat Ha'mazon as they perform their work. The Yerushalmi answers that it is improper to engage in any activities while reciting a Beracha, and so the Rabbis did not want to allow employees to work while reciting Birkat Ha'mazon. The Mishna Berura (Rav Yisrael Meir Kagan, 1833-1909) finds it very significant that the Rabbis preferred having employees skip portions of Birkat Ha'mazon altogether rather than have them recite those portions while working. If these are the only two options, they felt it is better to arrange an abridged version of Birkat Ha'mazon. This shows us, the Mishna Berura writes, the extent to which the Rabbis deemed it improper to engage in any sort of activity while reciting a Beracha. This means, for example, that one should not begin reciting "Asher Yasar" after using the restroom while washing or drying his hands; he should begin the Beracha only after finishing drying his hands. Another common example is clearing the table while still reciting Birkat Ha'mazon. This is improper, as while reciting a Beracha one should not be doing anything else. This is crucial not only to ensure that one concentrates on what he is saying, but also as a sign of respect for the Beracha, showing that he considers it important. A doctor treating a patient should give the patient his full attention; engaging in other matters while tending to the patient would be very disrespectful to the patient and would show a gross disregard for his duties as a physician. Likewise, engaging in other activities while reciting a Beracha is disrespectful. Therefore, whenever we recite a Beracha, we must give the Beracha our full attention, and not be doing anything else. Summary: In ancient times, workers were allowed to recite an abridged version of Birkat Ha'mazon, because employers did not allow them the time to recite the full text. Although this Halacha does not apply nowadays, nevertheless, the fact that the Rabbis preferred instituting an abridged text rather than allow employees to recite Birkat Ha'mazon while working shows us the importance of refraining from all activities while reciting a Beracha.

Parashat Toldot tells the story of the blessings that Yishak Abinu decided to give to Esav, but ended up conferring upon Yaakob, who, at his mother's behest, disguised as Esav and came before Yishak to receive the blessing. The Torah relates that when Esav came, and Yishak then told him that his brother had deceived him and received the blessings in his place, Esav cried bitterly ("Va'yiz'ak Ze'aka Gedola U'mara Ad Me'od" – 27:34). The Midrash (Yalkut Shimoni 115) comments that Esav actually shed only three tears. One fell from his right eye, another from his left eye, and a third remained stuck inside his eye. This third tear, the Midrash concludes, is what has caused the Jewish Nation to shed rivers of tears throughout the ages. Rav Solomon Breuer (Germany, 1850-1926), son-in-law of Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch (1808-1888), offered a meaningful explanation of the Midrash's description. The two tears that fell from Esav's eyes correspond to the two "wrongs" that Yaakob committed against him. The first was Yaakob's purchasing the birthright from Esav in exchange for food when Esav came into the home weary and famished. And the second, of course, was Yaakob's seizing the blessings which Yishak had intended to grant to Esav. These two tears, Rav Breuer explained, were what we would call today "crocodile tears." Esav was not really upset over losing the birthright and Yishak's blessings. The birthright entailed performing the special service in the Bet Ha'mikdash, which Esav surely had no desire at all to participate in. And as for the blessings, the Midrash elsewhere (Bereshit Rabba 66:3) comments that in these blessings there are allusions to all the different areas of Torah – the Tanach, Mishna, Gemara, etc. These blessings of success, prosperity and dominance were not given "for free"; they were promised only on condition, in exchange for serious commitment to Torah learning and observance. This is certainly not something that Esav had any interest in. Esav's only real tear, Rav Breuer explained, was the tear that remained in his eye, and could not be seen. Meaning, what really troubled Esav, what really pained him, was not the birthright or the blessings, but rather the knowledge that Yaakob was the worthier brother, that he truly earned the right to bear the legacy of Abraham and Yishak, to be a patriarch of Hashem's special nation. And it is this hidden pain that has caused Am Yisrael so much pain and so many tears throughout the ages. The enemies of the Jewish Nation outwardly shed different kinds of fake "tears," they give different reasons for why their hostility toward us is justified, why they feel they have the right to cause us harm and to seek our destruction. But the real reason is the hidden "tear," the resentment over Am Yisrael's status as G-d's special nation. When Yaakob first came before Yishak disguised as Esav, Yishak heard what sounded like Yaakob's voice, but when he felt Yaakob's arms, they felt hairy, like Esav, because Ribka had wrapped goatskins around his arms. Yishak then proclaimed, "Ha'kol Kol Ya'akob, Ve'ha'yadayim Yedeh Esav" – "The voice is the voice of Yaakob, but the hands are the hands of Esav" (27:22). The Midrash uncovers for us the deeper message of Yishak's pronouncement, explaining that he was saying, "When the voice of Yaakov is heard in the synagogues, the hands are not the hands of Esav; otherwise, the hands are the hands of Esav." The way we protect ourselves against the threat of Esav, from the hostility and animosity of the enemy nations, is through heartfelt prayer. And so in our times, when there are so many who are trying to inflict harm upon Am Yisrael, both in Israel and around the world, let us commit ourselves to increasing the "voice of Yaakob," to pray and beseech G-d for His protection and assistance. We must raise our voices and pour our hearts before Hashem, and ask that He shield us from those who seek our destruction, and grant our nation the peace and serenity that we long for.

The ghetto walls were slowly coming down, but Mayer Anschel and Gutele refused to leave the Judengasse.   Unusual opportunities arose for the Rothschilds when Napoleon opened a port for smuggling gold, although all was not plain sailing. The result was an international network based on Mayer Amschel's instruction, where unity and the Jewish Nation reigned supreme.   Along the way,Taxis & Thurn, the Duke of Wellington & Hersh Liebman all formed part of the enduring and memorable narrative. But the question of the origins of his wealth, still remains unanswered....   https://koshertravelers.com/pesach-2025-elysium-resort-spa-hotel/   Chapters 00:00 The Rothschilds and European Finance 02:22 Emancipation and the Ghetto Experience 04:11 Tax Investigations and Business Operations 06:32 Smuggling and Trade Challenges 10:46 The Rise of Nathan Rothschild 12:40 The Smuggling Operations and Economic Impact 19:14 Nathan Rothschild: The Napoleon of Finance 23:03 Legacy of Mayer Amschel Rothschild 27:21 Legacy of Influence: The Rothschild Family's Values 30:09 Unity and Success: The Rothschild Brothers' Commitment 32:57 The Early Years: Rothschild's Business Practices and Challenges 39:00 Theft and Betrayal: A Rothschild Scandal Uncovered 42:45 Communication Innovations: The Rothschilds' Use of Pigeons and Telegraphs 46:57 The Portrait of Guttler Rothschild: A Family Legacy 51:14 Mysteries of Wealth: The Rothschilds and Their Historical Context

Abraham seems to always be journeying. In last week's Parsha he traveled from his birthplace of Ur to Charan. This week the Parsha begins with Abraham's journey to Canaan. He traveled there with his family, he traversed the land in every direction; and when famine strikes, he went down to Egypt and returns. Abraham's journey is more than being about sightseeing. This is the saga of the transformation of Abraham and the building of the Jewish Nation. What can we learn from Abraham's journey? What Abrahamic qualities shine forth in his narrative? In this very special edition of the Parsha podcast, recorded live on Zoom during the 2024 US elections, we explore Abraham dramatic transformation and when he departed from his sidekicks and fellow travelers. We also take a very careful look at a remarkable interaction between Abraham's concubine Hagar and the angel.– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –Email me with questions, comments, and feedback: rabbiwolbe@gmail.com– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –SUBSCRIBE to my Newsletterrabbiwolbe.com/newsletter– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –SUBSCRIBE to Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe's PodcastsThe Parsha PodcastThe Jewish History PodcastThe Mitzvah Podcast This Jewish LifeThe Ethics PodcastTORAH 101 ★ Support this podcast ★

We read in Parashat Lech-Lecha of Hagar, an Egyptian woman who become the maidservant of Sara Imenu. The Midrash teaches that Sara was actually a princess, Pharaoh's daughter, and Pharaoh gave her as a maidservant to Sara upon seeing Avraham and Sara's greatness, and realizing what a privilege it would be for his daughter to work in their home. Later, after Avraham and Sara lived together for many years without children, Sara had Avraham marry Hagar. Hagar immediately conceived, resulting in tensions between her and Sara. Sara mistreated Hagar, and Hagar fled. She ended up meeting an angel, who urged her to return to Avraham and Sara's home, despite the hardships she would face there. Hagar complied. Hagar's return to Sara conveys a powerful lesson to each and every one of us. She understood the immense value and benefit of joining Avraham and Sara, even when this entailed a degree of hardship. It was difficult for Hagar to live in the home, given the tensions that arose between her and Sara, but she nevertheless accepted the angel's advice, coming to realize that it is worth enduring this unpleasantness for the sake of the great privilege of living with Avraham and Sara. The Gemara in Masechet Shabbat (31a) tells the famous story of a non-Jew who came before Shammai and said that he would convert to Judaism if Shammai could teach him the entire Torah in just a few moments, within the amount of time he could stand on one foot. Shammai sent the man away, figuring that he could not possibly be serious about embracing Judaism if he demanded to learn the entire Torah in just a few seconds. The gentile then came to Hillel, and said the same thing – that he would convert if Hillel could teach him the entire Torah while he stood on one foot. Hillel warmly embraced him, and said, "That which you dislike – do not do to your fellow." He explained that this concept encapsulates the entire Torah. This story is often understood as contrasting the approaches of Hillel and Shammai, showing how Shammai followed a stricter policy, whereas Hillel was more patient and tolerant. However, I would like to suggest an additional angle to this story. Perhaps, the gentile's experience with Shammai is told not as a point of contrast with his experience with Hillel, but rather as the background to his experience to Hillel. Meaning, Hillel quite possibly accepted this prospective convert as sincere and well-meaning precisely because he continued in his quest even after being rejected by Shammai. The fact that the man did not relent, and persisted in his attempt to join the Jewish Nation, even after a rejection, demonstrated how highly he regarded the privilege of being a Jew. His perseverance testified to his sincerity, showing that he was prepared to go through a lengthy process for the priceless opportunity to join Am Yisrael. He in fact was not just looking for an easy route; like Hagar, he was prepared to do whatever it took to become part of the Jewish People. We declare each morning during the Shaharit service, "Ashrenu Ma Tob Helkenu, U'ma Na'im Goralenu, U'ma Yafa Me'od Yerushatenu" – "We are fortunate, how good is our portion, and how pleasant is our lot, and how exceedingly beautiful is our inheritance!" At the beginning of every day, we are to remind ourselves of how privileged we are to belong to Hashem's special nation, to be able to devote our lives to His service. We remind ourselves that no matter what we will have to do deal with over the course of the day, we've won the lottery of life, we have received a precious gift. Yes, throughout any given day, a Jew is going to confront challenges. He might struggle with a challenge to his faith, a challenge posed by his sinful inclinations, the hardships that arise when seeking to meticulously observe the Misvot, or the hostility so often shown to us by other peoples. Belonging to Am Yisrael is not always going to be easy. But we can and must look to Hagar for inspiration, to be reminded that we are truly fortunate, that any difficulties that we endure are a small price to pay for the great privilege that we have been given to serve the Almighty.

King David reviews the magnificent miracles that Hashem did for the Jewish Nation since the dawn of its history. Psalm 105 is also the certificate of birthright that Hashem grants His chosen people – the deed to the Land of Israel.

During the times of the Bet Ha'mikdash, the Kohen Gadol would offer a special series of sacrifices on Yom Kippur to bring atonement for the people. Perhaps the most intriguing aspect of the Yom Kippur service was a pair of goats, which were sacrificed in two very different ways. The Kohen Gadol would cast lots, picking out of a box two pieces of wood, one of which bore the inscription "L'Hashem" ("for G-d"), and the other "La'azazel." He would then place one piece of wood on each goat, determining their fates. The goat designated "L'Hashem" was sacrificed, and its blood was sprinkled in the Kodesh Ha'kodashim – the inner chamber of the Bet Ha'mikdash, where nobody was allowed to enter, except the Kohen Gadol on Yom Kippur. The other goat, which was designated "La'azazel," was brought several miles outside Jerusalem into the desert, where it was thrown from a cliff. What is the meaning behind these two goats? Why were two separate goats needed for atonement, and why was one goat "sacrificed" by being killed in the desert? One answer might be that the two goats correspond to the two basic categories of Misvot in the Torah – our obligations toward Hashem ("Ben Adam La'Makom"), and our obligations to our fellow man ("Ben Adam La'habero"). One goat atoned for sins committed against the Almighty, whereas the other atoned for interpersonal offenses. Indeed, the Talmud teaches that the two goats were to be precisely identical to one another – alluding to the fact that these two areas of Torah are of equal importance. One cannot be considered a devoted Torah Jew if he observes only the ritual laws, between man and G-d, without concern for other people, or if he is kind and generous toward others but neglects his obligations to Hashem. Both elements are equally vital components of Torah life. The Sa'ir L'Hashem – the goat sacrificed in the Bet Ha'mikdash – clearly corresponds to the area of "Ben Adam La'Makom." Its blood is brought into the Kodesh Ha'kodashim, where no people are present, and the Kohen Gadol stands alone with Hashem. This chamber represents a person's relationship to Hashem, and so this sacrifice atones for sins committed against the Almighty. The second goat, which was brought out into the desert, atones for the wrongs committed against other people. The explanation might be that this unusual sacrifice alludes to the first incident of fraternal strife among the Jewish Nation – the story of Yosef and his brothers. It was in the desert where the brothers threw Yosef into a pit, essentially casting him from the family ("Ha'bor Ha'zeh Asher Ba'midbar" – Bereshit 37:22). Throwing the goat off the cliff perhaps symbolizes the casting of Yosef into the pit, the first sin "Ben Adam La'habero" that our nation committed, which forms the origin and basis of all subsequent interpersonal offenses. This association between the Sa'ir La'azazel and the story of Yosef might explain another aspect of the Yom Kippur service. Before the goat was sent out to the desert, a piece of red string was taken and cut into two pieces – one which was then placed between the goat's horns, while the other was hung in the Bet Ha'mikdash. After the goat was thrown off the cliff, the piece of string in the Bet Ha'mikdash would miraculously turn white, symbolizing G-d's forgiveness of the people's sins. The Gemara comments that this string was to have a very specific value – precisely two silver coins. Not coincidentally, the Gemara elsewhere teaches that Yosef's brothers grew jealous, to the point where they sold him as a slave, because of the special garment that their father made for him, which contained two silver coins' worth of material more than the garments he made for them. The string that was attached to the horns of the "Sair La'azazel" thus reminds us of the pettiness that leads to jealousy and hostility, and can ultimately tear apart families and relationships. As part of our repentance on Yom Kippur, we are called upon to examine our conduct in both areas of religious life. Alongside our efforts to improve our service of Hashem, we must also consider the way we treat the people around us, in our family, in our school, yeshiva or workplace, in our community, and wherever we interact with other people. Honesty, humility, respect, courtesy, patience and courteousness are no less crucial a part of Torah life than prayer, Torah study, Shabbat, Sisit and Tefillin. It is through the combination of "Ben Adam La'Makom" and "Ben Adam La'habero" that we live complete Torah lives and become worthy of Hashem's unlimited blessings.

Our nation has no shortage of enemies. This is not new. Even in antiquity, our nation was always a target. Laban, Jacob's father-in-law, try to smothered the Jewish Nation in its infancy. I'm this week's Parsha, to fearsome, shadowy figures try to do the same. Balak, king of Moab, commissions Bilaam, master sorcerer and prophet, […]