Lomdus/Gemara Shiurim
Hadlakat Neirot Shabbat
An analysis of the suggyot and key approaches in the Geonim and Rishoinim to the conceptual and halachik fundamentals of Hadlakat Neirot of Shabbat. The nature of the mitzvah is explored, as well as its relationship to the acceptance of the beginning of Shabbat.
Halachah and Mussar
An analysis of a very perplexing Gemarah, demonstrating how we can uncover the great sensitivity and values of Chazal and learn from them- if we learn properly.
"Kaasher zamam velo kaasher assah": A case study in the interface between Torah SheBaal Peh and Torah SheBichtav
A different reading of an extremely famous (and misunderstood) midrash chazal. Through a deep reading of the peshat, we gain insight into the concept behind a difficult halachah.
The Essence of Mikra Megillah
An analysis of the conceptual underpinings of Mikra Megillah and the requirement to stand for Hallel.
Hashgachah and Eretz Yisrael
A perspective on Hashgachah in Eretz Yisrael, Berachah Achad Mein Shalosh and much more....
Bishul on Shabbat: An analysis of Keli RIshon and Keli Sheni
An analysis of the issues of Bishul on Shabbat- focusing on the definition of bishul and the categories of keli rishon and sheni.
Chidush: Personal Requests in Tefillah
Through a conceptual analysis of a remarkable shitah of Rabeinu Chananel, we gain a critical insight into how we should pray!
Killing bees and mosquitoes on Shabbat
An in depth analysis of the halachah regarding the killing of mosquitoes, bees and other harmful creatures on Shabbat. A textual and conceptual clarification; with suggested halachik implications.
An Analysis of Birchat Hamitzvah: Over LaAsiyatan
A conceptual and textual analysis of Birchot Hamitzvah, focusing on the halachah of Over LaAsiyatan.
An Analysis of Eruv Tavshilin
An analysis of the conceptual underpinnings of the halachah of Eruv Tavshilin, based on a careful reading of the primary texts.
