Shemos/Exodus With Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

Practical Parshah - Pekudei Moses publicly audits what all of the donations were used for in the building of the Sanctuary. To what lengths must one go to clear oneself of suspicion?

Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

Abandoned Treasures, Shifting Gears And Living In The Moment Pre - Shabbat Shira Sermon

Opening Parshat Yitro

Parsha Climax The Final Verses of: Parshat Bo The narrative of the Exodus concludes with Moses instructing us of its commemorative Mitzvot. Yet surprisingly the final verse focuses on a Mitzvah that will not reach fruition for another four decades. Why rush it prematurely?

Parsha Climax The Final Verses of: Parshat Va’eira In the Seventh Plague G-d unleashes a devastating mix of Lightening, Hail and Fire. Pharaoh admits defeat and pleads with Moses; “pray to G-d and end the storm.” Details of the miraculous mitigation are drenched with insight & inspiration.

Parsha Climax The Final Verses of: Parshat Shemot ! Demanding the release of the Slaves only worsened the intolerable situation. Moses cries out to G-d, questioning His Justice. G-d’s response is revealing and instructive for anyone experiencing suffering and a Crises of Faith!

Parshat Ki Tisa, 4th Portion (Exodus 33:17-33:23)

Parshat Ki Tisa, 3rd Portion (Exodus 33:12-33:16)

Parshat Tetzaveh, Conclusion