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38 shiurim · Aggadita · 8 dafim covered
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An in-depth analysis of the seemingly puzzling laws regarding the Hebrew slave (eved ivri), particularly the requirement that the master treat his slave better than himself - giving him the better bed, better food, and better wine.
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An analysis of the Gemara's story of Dama ben Nesina, exploring two distinct approaches to honoring parents - obligation based on vitality received versus recognition of parents' inherent greatness.
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An in-depth analysis of the Gemara's statement that Bavel received nine measures of poverty and the connection to chanifa (flattery), exploring how both stem from an inability to give of oneself.
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An exploration of how the sin of selling sabbatical year produce stems from a 'bad eye' - the destructive trait of resenting others' benefit from our unused property, leading to rebellion against all authority.
An in-depth analysis exploring how the Ten Commandments contain two distinct prohibitions regarding forbidden desires - Lo Sinaf (adultery driven by lust) versus Lo Sachmod (coveting driven by power and control) - and how these correspond to the trials of Avraham with Pharaoh and Avimelech.
An in-depth analysis of Talmudic passages exploring the true nature of chanifa (flattery) - not merely saying false things, but acting correctly while withholding one's authentic self from relationships.
Analysis of the mitzvah to give departing gifts (chanukah) to Jewish servants, exploring how this commandment restores dignity and self-esteem to those who served in demeaning positions.
