Sefer Shmuel Aleph ch.31/Shmuel Bet ch.1 - Oct 13, 2026 - The 2 versions of the death of Shaul. Various suggestions to explain the discrepancies. Shiur in honor of our grandchildren, Shira and Avi Thurman, who have just arrived on aliya with our greatgrandchild, Yakira.
13 Oct 2026
Book of Hoshea ch.1-intro
Book of Hoshea ch.1-intro - Oct 13, 2026 - Introduction to the new sefer. Who was Hoshea? How do we understand the initial story?
21 Jul 2026
Sefer Shmuel Aleph chs 26-27
Sefer Shmuel Aleph chs 26-27 - Jul 21, 2026 - The last meeting of the 2 great Zaddikim, David and Shaul.Also why go to Achish a second time? Shiur given in Modiin, Israel.
14 Apr 2026
Sefer Shmuel Aleph ch.19
Sefer Shmuel Aleph ch.19 - Apr 14, 2026 - David inspires us at times of darkness. His optimism is amazing.
In memory of my mother, Yetta Shaffer whose yahrzeit was today-27th Nissan. May her memory be for a blessing.
3 Feb 2026
Sefer Shmuel Aleph ch.17 pt.2
Sefer Shmuel Aleph ch.17 pt.2 - Feb 3, 2026 - Continuation of David and Goliath story. Do the clothes really make the man? Also the strange interaction at the end of the story. In memory of my wife's uncle, Yaakov Bloch(Kletchy) who passed away last Shabbat.May his memory be for a blessing.
25 Nov 2025
Sefer Shmuel Aleph ch.14
Sefer Shmuel Aleph ch.14 - Nov 25, 2025 - Chapter 14. The quintessential story of Yonatan's bravery and his devotion to his father. A discussion also on the topic of nichush-divination.Opinion of the Ran.
19 Nov 2025
Sefer Ezra ch.1
Sefer Ezra ch.1 - Nov 18, 2025 - Intro to a fantastic sefer. Encouragement for our generation. Lesson given at the Hesder Yeshiva in Modiin to the anglo group connected to the OU.
28 Oct 2025
Sefer Shmuel Aleph ch.12
Sefer Shmuel Aleph ch.12 - Oct 28, 2025 - Shmuel's final speech to the Jewish people.Many parallels to our situation here in Israel. Be'ezrat Hashem Nenatzeach!
16 Sept 2025
Sefer Daniel ch.8
Sefer Daniel ch.8 - Sep 16, 2025 - Describing the dreams of Daniel and their significance. In memory of Rabbi I Bernstein whose yahrzeit is on 22 Elul.Given at the OU learning program at the Yeshivat Hesder in Modiin,Israel.
11 Mar 2025
Intro to Megillat Esther 5785
Intro to Megillat Esther 5785 - Mar 11, 2025 - A different approach to the story which embellishes the event and puts the story into a wider historical context. Based on writings of Rav Benny Lau.
28 Jan 2025
Kings 2 ch.16-Achaz-a real enigma
Kings 2 ch.16-Achaz-a real enigma - Jan 28, 2025 - Looking at the difficult turn of events in the southern kingdom. Also a strange reference to the 'salamander'.
19 Nov 2024
Sefer Shoftim ch.15 Shimshon's campaign
Sefer Shoftim ch.15 Shimshon's campaign - Nov 19, 2024 - Continuing the remarkable life of Shimshon and his complete devotion to the Jewish people.Many allusions to the current situation with the 21st century Gazans.
12 Nov 2024
Kings 2 ch.7-Some parallels to 2024
Kings 2 ch.7-Some parallels to 2024 - Nov 12, 2024 - This chapter is a testament to faith and trust in Hashem whilst facing a formidable enemy from the north. Dedicated to the memory of Felix Wolkenfeld zl who lived in London and became a 'chaver' in his German community at the age of 16, after saving 2 Torah scrolls on krystallnacht 1938.
5 Nov 2024
Shoftim ch.14-Shimshon begins his campaign
Shoftim ch.14-Shimshon begins his campaign - Nov 5, 2024 - We are examining the special activity of Shimshon.Concept of avera lishma applies here.
Shiur given in Modiin as an ongoing tanach series.In memory of our mechtan, Dr L. Sokolic who passed away on Hoshana Raba 5785. May his memory be blessed.
25 Jun 2024
Melachim Aleph ch.20-A war in the North-nothing changes.
Melachim Aleph ch.20-A war in the North-nothing changes. - Jun 25, 2024 - A look at Achav's miraculous victories against the northern enemy.Overtones for Israel today.Shiur given at Yeshivat Hesder in Modiin Israel.
22 May 2024
Shoftim ch.6-Gidon pt.1
Shoftim ch.6-Gidon pt.1 - May 21, 2024 - Beginning of an analysis on the doubting hero.Very challenging.
26 Mar 2024
Shoftim ch.5- Beautiful analyses of major characters
Shoftim ch.5- Beautiful analyses of major characters - Mar 26, 2024 - A look at the shirat Devorah and its significance.Also avera lishma and Rav Steinsalz's comments on Devorah. Shiur in Modiin Israel.Dedicated in honor of our granddaughter's (Shira Levitt to Avi Thurman) wedding IYH in Baltimore on 8th April 2024.
12 Mar 2024
Shoftim ch.4-Is Devora a paradigm for today?
Shoftim ch.4-Is Devora a paradigm for today? - Mar 12, 2024 - Ch.4 and a discussion about the issues surrounding Devora-modesty and validity. Is she a paradigm for the yoetzet/toenet of today? Shiur in Modiin Israel
5 Mar 2024
Kings 1 ch.12-The psychology of Yeravam
Kings 1 ch.12-The psychology of Yeravam - Mar 5, 2024 - The aftermath of Shlomo-an attempt to explain the paradox of Yeravam-dedicated in honor of Zahal and to bring back the hostages speedily BE'H.
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