Pesachim
An Analysis of Birchat Hamitzvah: Over LaAsiyatan
A conceptual and textual analysis of Birchot Hamitzvah, focusing on the halachah of Over LaAsiyatan.
Why celebrate Shavuot?
Ostensibly, Shavuot makes no sense: Didn't we lose, through the sin of the golden calf, what we gained at Sinai? What is there to celebrate. This shiur clarifies the meaning and challenge of Shavuot, shedding light on the beautiful meaning and message of this chag.
HaOchel Matza Erev Pesach
A seemingly bizarre Yerushalmi holds the key to a major principle of hashkafah- including the Torh's view on human sexuality.
The Mitzvah Of Haggadah
An analysis of the positions of the Rishonim regarding the mitzvah of Haggadah and more.
An Analysis of Taarovet in general, and in Chametz in particular
A comprehensive analysis of the Rambam's approach to Taarovet in general and Chametz in particular.
The Essence of Birchot Hamitzvot
Subtle differences in how we read a text can yield major ramifications. This analysis of what Birchot Hamitzvah are and how they function is a study in such a case.
Zeman in Mitzvot Aseh
The key to understanding an entire constellation of issues relating to the aspect of time in Mitzvot Asseh.
