WATCH: Were All Temple Offerings Equal? What does the difference between a poor man's offering in the Temple and a rich man's offering teach us about our efforts to serve G-d?
Living Torah: The New Year is No Time to Live in the Past There’s no shame in admitting our past mistakes, and the New Year is the perfect time leave calamities behind us and pray for blessings in the future!
WEBINAR: First Fruits of Israel: Lessons of Thanksgiving, Appreciation and Dignity In this webinar, Rabbi Enkin discusses the commandment of "Bikkurim" - the first fruits that farmers would be required to offer in the Holy Temple.
WEBINAR: The Temple Priest: A Holy “Basket Case” In this webinar, Rabbi Ari Enkin discusses the Torah portion of "Ki Tavo" (Deuteronomy 26:1 - 29:8) which focus on "Bikkurim" - the first fruits.
The First Fruits: Appreciating Gifts Given by the Poor Sensitivity and care for the less privileged is clearly demonstrated in this week's Torah reading, which also underscores the message that G-d appreciates our efforts in performing His commandments.
Living Torah: Lack of Gratitude Equals Denial of God Being ungrateful destroyed Adam’s life, and it can destroy our lives as well.
Living Torah: Reaping the Fruits of Overcoming Challenges Could it be that the harder a mitzva is to perform, the greater its reward may be?
Living Torah: Why Does Moses Threaten the Jewish People with Curses? Moses was the loving leader and national father par excellence. Why the total change in character?
Living Torah: Does God Appreciate the Effort? Does God value the personal effort made in performing a mitzvah?