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Parashat Mishpatim is called The Covenant Code by biblical scholars. It has, as Jeremy notes, over 50 commandments. The laws are both many and varied, regulating all spheres of human life. During this difficult week, we spent a lot of time in our conversation seeking out comfort. On the face of it, Mishpatim might seem an unlikely source of comfort, but we offer avenues wherein comfort might come. At the end, we discuss the two words נעשה ונשמע [na'aseh v-nishma, Exod. 24:6], often translated as “we will do, we will understand”, which seems to reverse the normal or usual way we act, with understanding preceding action. We remain ever mindful of the hostages still in captivity, may they be returned speedily to their families, and to the soldiers defending Israel as part of the Israel Defense Forces, may they be removed from harm's way.
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Send us a textWelcome to a transformative exploration of human emotions as we dive into the Ten Commandments! This episode highlights the profound wisdom encapsulated in the commandment "lo tachmod" or "do not covet." We'll uncover how this ancient instruction resonates in our contemporary lives, particularly regarding feelings of jealousy and comparison. Through the lens of Rabbinic teachings, including insights from Ibn Ezra and the Ramban, we navigate the emotional landscape that surrounds envy and its connection to our spiritual lives.Discover how cultivating a deep trust in God not only alleviates jealousy but also empowers us to embrace our unique life paths. We challenge you to view the success of others not as competition but as a reflection of their journey—one that has nothing to do with your own. This fresh understanding invites personal growth and fosters an enriching community spirit, mitigating feelings of inadequacy that often lead to envy.Join us in this enlightening discussion and reflect on how the wisdom of the ages can guide you toward a more fulfilling life—one where faith leads, and jealousy becomes a thing of the past. Ready to delve deeper? Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave us your thoughts!Support the showJoin The Motivation Congregation WhatsApp community for daily motivational Torah content!Elevate your impact by becoming a TMC Emerald Donor! Your much-needed backing is crucial for our mission of disseminating the wisdom of the Torah. Join today for just $18.00 per month. (Use your maaser money!) https://buy.stripe.com/00g8xl5IT8dFcKc5ky---------------- SUBSCRIBE to The Weekly Parsha for an insightful weekly talk on the week's Parsha. Listen on Spotify or 24six! Access all Torah talks and listen to featured episodes on our website, themotivationcongregation.org ----------------Questions or Comments? Please email me @ michaelbrooke97@gmail.com
R. Marcus Rubenstein's sermon on parshat Mishpatim on February 22nd, 2025 at Temple of Aaron Shabbat morning services.
Ramban on the Torah | 5785 | 17 | Mishpatim, by Rav Eli Weber Why is Eved Ivri the first law? Why does HaShem help the poor? Why did Benei Israel celebrate?
Mishpatim | Rejoice While Trembling, by Rav Yair Kahn The complexity of the divine encounter
Parsha "Mishpatim" (Exodus chapters 21 through 24) is literally "judgments," or "ordinances," and begins with a number of them. But what is most fascinating about them is that so many are now considered NOT 'politically-correct,' and that fact alone merits taking a special look at why. The Erev Shabbat Reading: https://hebrewnationonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/SSM-2-21-25-Mishpatim-teaching-podcast-xxx.mp3 Mark has long remarked about the fact that this parsha, Mishpatim, is SO very NOT PC. But this year, we need to take note of an important change. People seem to have just about "had it" with men pretending to dominate 'womens' sports', and kids being taught utter perversion - and worse - in the public cesspools. And just about everything else that amounts to "calling evil good," and vice-versa. And the level of utter corruption and criminality in an illegitimate government that was NEVER supposed to be a 'democracy' in the first place has inclined more people to ask just how we could have been so deceived for so long. Perhaps the answer is in one of the key verses - also too often ignored - in this parsha as well: "Do not follow after a multitude to do evil." Could that include even a 'majority vote'? Mishpatim: DEMOLISH PC Idolatry - finally NOTE: The HNR website had difficulty loading the separate MP3 file for the Sabbath day teaching alone - so I had to go with a single combined file; the Friday reading is thus on there twice, as some have noticed.
Dr. Julian Ungar-Sargon shares Netziv commentaries on the parsha. These sessions are held on Zoom every week in memory of our mother in-law whose dedication to the Netziv (her great great grandfather), was legendary. It is estimated she studied the Ha'amek Davar some 78 times throughout her life, devoting every Tuesday to its study. May her memory be a blessing to her family and klal Yisroel.
Join Gabe Rutledge and the rest of DMF as we look at Torah portions Yitro and Mishpatim (Ex 18-20). In this teaching we examine three main points: What benefits are there in having a decentralized, congregational leadership? We read and comment through the Ten Commandments. Thirdly, we examine what the Bible says about Sabbath observance. For more information on Dothan Messianic Fellowship, visit www.dothanmessianicfellowship.com
Download Notes here:https://esm.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/02.22.25-Congregation-TM-Notes-2.pdf---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Torah Portion:פָּרָּ שַׁ ת מִּ שְׁ פָּטִּ יםMishpatim“Judgements”Exodus 21:1-24:18Jeremiah 33:25,26; 34:8-22Matthew 17:22-27Exodus 21:1 Now these are the judgments which you shall setbefore them.Genesis 26:5 Because that Abraham obeyed my voice, and kept mycharge, my commandments, my statutes, and my laws.Exodus 22:7 “If a man delivers to his neighbor money or articles tokeep, and it is stolen out of the man's house, if the thief is found, heshall pay double.Ephesians 4:28 Let him that stole steal no more: But rather let himlabor, working with his hands the thing which is good, that he mayhave to give to him that needs.Luke 19:8 And Zacchaeus stood, and said to the Lord, Behold, Lord,the half of my goods I give to the poor, and if I have taken anythingfrom any man by false accusation, I restore him fourfold.
Torah Portion - Mishpatim : (Exodus 21–24) - The Mandate of Compassion (2024-2025) by Shawn Ozbun
Parshas Mishpatim: Beyond This World This week's episode honors Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka, whose quiet strength shaped generations. Our Parsha presents 53 mitzvos, forming the core of Jewish law. But why does it begin with Eved Ivri (Jewish slave)—a seemingly irrelevant law? The Rebbe teaches that a Jew always serves something. Do we choose the eternal, or the fleeting?
In this week's parasha , Mishpatim , the Torah teaches us how careful we must be not to cause harm to another person or his property. Right after Matan Torah , the first mitzvot that Bnei Yisrael were taught were the civil laws governing interpersonal relationships. We must take to heart that the same Hashem who commanded us to observe Shabbat , Kashrut , and Taharot HaMishpacha also commanded us to compensate others if we cause them damage. The same kedusha that we receive by fulfilling mitzvot between us and Hashem is present when we fulfill mitzvot ben adam l'chavero . Just as a person understands that he cannot possibly know the halachot of Shabbat without learning them, he must also understand that he cannot possibly know the halachot of monetary law without studying them or consulting a rav . Those who are truly yirei shamayim are extremely careful when it comes to monetary halachot . Just as they would not take a chance with consuming something that is not kosher , they are equally meticulous about not violating laws related to theft or withholding payments owed to others. Rabbi Shlomo Levenstein told the following story: A young rabbi in Bet Shemesh had been learning in kollel for years but was not satisfied with the upcoming sugyot they were scheduled to study. He began searching for a kollel that was learning the topics he was most passionate about, but after months of searching, he was unable to find what he was looking for. Meanwhile, his household expenses continued to mount, and he had no source of income to cover them. One day, his wife went to the grocery store. After checking out, she met someone she knew outside and began talking. In the middle of their conversation, her shopping wagon slipped away unnoticed. Suddenly, someone shouted, alerting her that the wagon was rolling straight toward the street. She ran to catch up with it, managing to grab it just before it entered the road. However, on its way, the wagon had hit a parked car, leaving a scratch. She returned home and told her husband what had happened. He immediately jumped out of his chair and exclaimed, "Oh no! We damaged someone's property and didn't pay for it. We owe him money! We must find him at once." Without hesitation, they hurried out of the house and ran back to the grocery store. When they arrived, the woman pointed out the car that had been scratched, and they saw that the driver was just pulling out of the parking spot. The young rabbi motioned for the driver to stop so he could speak with him. He explained that his wife had accidentally scratched the car with her shopping wagon. The driver responded that he had seen the scratch and was very upset that someone had damaged his brand-new car without leaving a note. He said, "If the car had been old, it wouldn't have bothered me so much. But I just got this car two days ago. It really upset me." The young rabbi apologized profusely, gave the driver his phone number, and told him, "No matter what it costs, we will pay the full price." As the rabbi and his wife walked home, he began to wonder how he would possibly pay for the damages. It was never a question of whether he would pay—only a question of how . A minute later, as they continued walking, he bumped into a friend who asked how he was doing. He mentioned that he had been searching for a new kollel but had not been able to find the right one. The friend responded, "I actually just opened a kollel that is learning exactly what you're looking for. We have nine avreichim and one spot left." Not only that, but the stipend they were paying was significantly higher than what he had been receiving in his previous kollel . The rabbi immediately told his friend, "I would love to join." Afterward, he reflected on what had happened. "Paying for damages when you don't have the money is difficult. But when Hashem saw that I was willing to do the right thing, He gave me the greatest gift—the kollel I had been searching for—as well as the ability to pay for the damages." Every mitzva is precious. Just because monetary laws involve other people and seem like mundane matters does not mean they have any less kedusha than mitzvot between us and Hashem. Hashem wants us to be complete in all mitzvot . And those that involve parting with money—especially when it is difficult—are even greater in His eyes. Shabbat Shalom.
Why We Serve Hashem
Rabbi Amy Bernstein's weekly Torah study class via Zoom - Exodus/Shemot - 22:4 - February 21, 2025
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Today Aaron is going to share about loving God's standards. Understanding these standards is essential for building a strong, purposeful life rooted in faith. Embracing these standards guides individuals toward making righteous decisions that reflect God's love and wisdom. By prioritizing God's commandments, we cultivate moral integrity, compassion, and humility. Loving His standards helps us grow spiritually and strengthens our relationship with Him, aligning our desires with His will. Ultimately, loving God's standards is about honoring Him, living with intention, and being a positive example of His grace and truth in the world. This weeks portion is: Mishpatim TORAH EXODUS 21:1-24:18 PROPHETS ISAIAH 6:1-7:6, 9:5-6 GOSPEL MATTHEW 26:20-30 Want to learn more about our ministry? Visit www.LoveAndPurity.com Intro and outro song: Faith for Salvation (1 Peter 1:3-5) by Brayden & Tali Waller All music rights belong to Love & Purity Ministry
Mishpatim _R' Moshe Feinstein's Business Advice ... [KINYAN MESECHTAH!!]
וַיִּקַּח סֵפֶר הַבְּרִית וַיִּקְרָא בְּאׇזְנֵי הָעָם וַיֹּאמְרוּ כֹּל אֲשֶׁר־דִּבֶּר ה' נַעֲשֶׂה וְנִשְׁמָע׃ Then he took the record of the covenant and read it aloud to the people. And they said, “All that Hashem has spoken we will faithfully do!”
Mishpatim: Feeling It by Rabbi Avi Harari
Shiur given by Rabbi Dovid Apter on Parsha. Shiur recorded in Yeshivas Ohr Reuven, Monsey, NY.
Shiur given by Rabbi Bezalel Rudinsky on Parshas Mishpatim and as Divrei Chizuk on the Kedoshim (Hostages). Shiur recorded in Yeshivas Ohr Reuven, Monsey, NY.
Shiur given by Rabbi Ben Zion Bamberger on Parsha.
Shiur given by Rabbi Benzion Brodie on Parsha to Yeshiva Ketana. Shiur recorded in Yeshivas Ohr Reuven, Monsey, NY.
This episode discusses when does a shomer help for Yichud.
This episode discusses why the parshah opens with the mitzvah of an Eved Ivri - someone sold as a slave in order to pay a debt of theft.
The first law (of dozens) featured in our Parsha tells of a Jewish bondsman who chooses to voluntarily extend his servitude past the required 6 years. This bondsman is brought to a door or a doorpost and has his ear pierced. Why is his ear pierced? Because he failed to listen carefully at Sinai. This […]
The first law (of dozens) featured in our Parsha tells of a Jewish bondsman who chooses to voluntarily extend his servitude past the required 6 years. This bondsman is brought to a door or a doorpost and has his ear pierced. Why is his ear pierced? Because he failed to listen carefully at Sinai. This first law of our Parsha reveals a new dimension of the Sinai Revelation and the acceptance of Torah. In this podcast, we contrast the beginning of our Parsha and the classification of Sinai that it offers, with the the end of the Parsha and the very different view of Sinai that it offers. We emerge with a novel understanding of the Sinai Revelation and the acceptance of Torah, and a deeper and richer perspective of the goal of Torah.– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –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 ★
Welcome to Covenant & Conversation essays, Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion, explores new ideas and sharing inspiration from the Torah readings of the week. Listen to this audio recording from Rabbi Sacks in 2018. To read and download the written essay and translations, click here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/mishpatim/the-power-of-empathy/ You can also find our written article on Parshat Mishpatim from 2012, available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/mishpatim/the-slow-end-of-slavery/ Multiple translations of the essay are also available here. For intergenerational discussion on the weekly Parsha and Haftara, a new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/mishpatim/the-slow-end-of-slavery/ ----- For more articles, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks. The Rabbi Sacks Legacy continues to share weekly inspiration from Rabbi Sacks. With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel.
The Parsha that follows the Revelation at Sinai contains an apparently motley potpourri of subjects: it begins with a wide variety of mitzvos of all types, presented in rapid fire succession. The Parsha concludes with two apparently unrelated subjects: it foretells of the conquest of Canaan and the conditions by which we will acquire it, […]