Weekly Parsha Shiur with Rav Elyada Goldwicht

How did the sons of Korach survive when the Torah seems to say that everything connected to Korach was swallowed by the earth? What does the Gemara mean that they sat in Gehinnom and sang shira? Why were the copper shovels of Korach’s followers placed on the Mizbeach? And why does the Torah tell us that after Aharon’s staff blossomed, each nasi took his staff back?In this shiur, we will uncover a deeper perspective on Korach’s rebellion, the mystery of Bnei Korach, and the surprising message hidden in the aftermath of the story. Along the way, we will discover a powerful lesson about life, struggle, and finding meaning even in the places we least expect it.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

One of the most surprising marriages in all of Tanach seems impossible to understand: Yehoshua marries a harlot. Yet hidden within this shocking story is a profound lesson about leadership, personal growth, and what it takes to recover from a spiritual fall.Why was Yehoshua chosen to lead the Jewish people? What made him uniquely qualified for the role? And how does this unlikely marriage reveal one of the Torah’s most powerful secrets about failure, teshuvah, and resilience?Join us as we uncover a life-changing message that can transform the way we view our mistakes, our struggles, and our potential for greatness.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

In this week’s Parshat Beha’alotcha shiur, discover a powerful 3-step formula that will help you build unbreakable resilience so you never break down or give up when facing life’s toughest challenges. Through three seemingly unrelated events in the parsha, the repeated verses about the Clouds of Glory, Moshe’s surprising reaction to the people’s complaints, and the deeper meaning behind Pesach Sheni, we uncover a timeless Torah formula for resilience, inner strength, and the ability to never give up — no matter what life throws your way. This is a shiur you’ll want to bookmark and return to week after week, as it offers practical Torah wisdom you’ll want to internalize to navigate any difficulty with strength and clarity.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

In this powerful Parshas Nasso shiur, we uncover the incredible secret hidden in the counting of Shevet Levi. Through the brilliant explanation of the Chatam Sofer, we discover how Kehat, Gershon, and Merari represent the three major stages of Jewish history, and the three stages we personally go through in life.What does the order of their counting really mean? Why does the Torah change the way it speaks to Moshe and Aharon with each family? And what powerful message does this hold for us today, especially in difficult times?Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Are we supposed to be one unified nation, or divided into tribes? Why did each shevet have its own flag, its own space, and its own identity? This shiur reveals a powerful idea from the Torah that completely changes how we understand unity in עם ישראל. You’ll never look at another Jew the same way again.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

What does the Torah really say about money?We spend our lives chasing it, believing it will bring us happiness and security, but is that actually true?In this week’s parsha, we uncover a powerful perspective on wealth, success, and what truly matters.It’s a message that challenges how we think, and how we live.This might change the way you see money forever.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Every time you walk into shul, this light is there, constant, quiet, and easy to overlook. But what if it’s actually one of the most powerful messages you encounter all week? In this shiur, we uncover three deep lessons hidden within the Ner Tamid—lessons that can reshape the way you see your day, your struggles, and your purpose. Once you understand it, you’ll never look at that light the same way again.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

This Yom HaZikaron & Yom HaAtzmaut, we explore a powerful and surprising Torah insight about our holy soldiers, and what we are meant to learn from them.What is the hidden connection between שביעי של פסח, קריעת ים סוף, and today’s soldiers? And why did even דתן ואבירם, who opposed Moshe and didn’t even want to leave מצרים, merit that the sea split for them?Through a deep idea from the מהרי״ל דיסקין and the באר מים חיים, we uncover a life-changing message about אהבת ישראל, sacrifice, and what Hashem truly values.These are days not only to remember, but to see, to feel, and to grow.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Why is Moshiach described as a Metzora? And what does that have to do with why most people fail to change others?In this powerful shiur on Parshas Tazria–Metzora, we uncover a shocking Torah insight: real change doesn’t come from criticism, it comes from something much deeper. Discover the secret the Torah teaches about influence, growth, and how to bring out the greatness in yourself and others.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

This special Pesach shiur presents 6 short, powerful, and inspiring divrei Torah, perfect for the Seder, Shabbos meals, Shevi Shel Pesach, or any time throughout the Chag.Each vort is clear, meaningful, and accompanied by powerful real-life stories that will touch the heart and give meaningful content to share with family and friends.Topics include:The surprising reason מרור appears last in the Haggadah and what it teaches about different types of slavery, including the hidden slavery people often impose on themselvesWhy we drink 4 cups of wine and the tiny “fly” that changed the course of historyThe deep message behind יחץ and hiding the broken matzahA moving story from Stalin’s Gulag that reveals the power of Ahavat YisraelWhat Lavan truly wanted to uproot and its connection to Eretz YisraelThe secret behind the Tannaim in the Haggadah and the importance of leading by exampleOne of the most beloved vorts repeated year after year at the SederWhether one is looking for something meaningful to say at the Seder or simply wants inspiration for the entire Pesach, this shiur offers practical and uplifting material suitable for the whole family.Chag Kasher V’SameachSubscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

We’re living through extraordinary times, moments of ניסים גלויים. But the real question is: what are we meant to take from all of this? In this shiur, we explore what may be the most important message of Pesach, a powerful idea hidden in the very matzah we eat every year, yet often overlooked. Why is the Seder compared to a wedding? Why do we treat this night like the beginning of something entirely new? And what is Pesach really asking of us right now? A deep, timely perspective that will change the way you experience the Seder, and the way you see yourself.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Week three of the war. Hundreds of missiles. And yet, miracle after miracle. A direct hit with no siren… and no injuries. What is Hashem telling us?In this shiur, we explore a powerful message from Parshas Vayikra and uncover a fundamental question: what does it really take for our tefillos to be answered?Based on Chazal, the Ramban, and powerful real-life stories, this is a message that could change the way you daven.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Stress is something we all face, during war, at work, and within our families. How can a person remain strong and positive when life feels overwhelming?In this week’s parsha shiur, we explore a fascinating question about the מעיל of the כהן גדול and why Chazal say its bells atone for לשון הרע. What is the deeper meaning behind this connection?We will also examine the unusual wording of the Mishnah “אור לארבעה עשר בודקים את החמץ” — why does the Mishnah use the word “light” to describe the night of בדיקת חמץ, and what lesson might it contain for the way we deal with challenges, relationships, and difficult moments in life?Through powerful stories, Torah sources, and real-life experiences, we’ll uncover a timeless perspective on navigating stressful times with strength and clarity.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

We are living through war and yet the unity and resilience of Am Yisrael is unbelievable.What makes the Jewish people so unbreakable?Why did Moshe’s face suddenly begin to shine after the sin of the Golden Calf?Why was there extra ink in the inkwell, and how did that ink change Jewish history?From Michelangelo’s famous mistake to leadership psychology to Parshas Parah and the secret of post-traumatic growth, this shiur reveals the leadership principle that built Am Yisrael, and why we are still standing today.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Did Megillas Esther intentionally mirror an earlier story in Tanach? In this shiur, we uncover over 10 striking linguistic and thematic parallels that reveal a deliberate pattern hidden inside the Purim story.Why would Mordechai and Esther write the Megillah this way? And what message are they sending us through this literary “echo”?Beyond the textual proofs, we’ll explore three powerful lessons about hashgacha pratis, nisyonos, and how the challenges in your life may be shaping you for something far greater.You’ll never read Megillas Esther the same way again.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Why does Hashem speak from between two baby faces?When we daven, we face Yerushalayim. In the Beis HaMikdash, we faced the Kodesh HaKodashim. And there, on top of the Aron, stood the Keruvim… shaped like babies.Why babies? Why is the holiest place on earth connected to childlike faces?In this powerful Parsha shiur, we explore the deep psychological and spiritual message of the Keruvim, what they teach us about unconditional love, infinite potential, and why in Hashem’s eyes, you are still His precious child. Don’t grow out of that.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Na’aseh V’Nishma is one of the most well-known lines in the Torah, and one of the least understood.In this shiur on Parshas Mishpatim, we explore why this brief declaration was so extraordinary that it earned the Jewish people a unique and lasting reward. Drawing on Chazal, Rashi, Midrash, and powerful real-life stories, this shiur challenges common assumptions and uncovers a timeless message about growth, ambition, and what it truly means to live as a Jew.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

The moment the Torah was given, the sound of the shofar filled the air, and the Torah repeats it again and again.Why was the shofar so central at the moment we became a nation? And why does that same shofar appear again in the story of the final redemption?In this shiur, we explore the mystery of the shofar at Har Sinai, its connection to Jewish identity, and its link to the final redemption. Drawing on Torah sources and a powerful teaching from Rav Kook, we ask one central question: Who is a Jew — and what is the shofar really calling us to?Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

In Parshat Beshalach, the Torah introduces the manna, and with it, a powerful framework for parnassah. In this shiur, we uncover six Torah principles that reshape how we think about money, effort, risk, and trust in Hashem. Practical, timeless, and deeply relevant.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Why did Hashem command the Jews in Mitzrayim to eat the Korban Pesach in a rush — with shoes on and sticks telling them to move — if they didn’t leave until morning?In this shiur on Parashat Bo, we uncover how emunah isn’t just something you feel, it’s something you do. From Chazal and the Rav Tzdok to a real-life skydiving moment, this shiur reveals why real change begins with one courageous jump.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Pharaoh wasn’t stupid, he was human.Again and again, he promises to change… and again and again, he falls back into the same destructive patterns.In this shiur on Parshas Va’eira, we uncover the Torah’s profound insight into why people repeat the same mistakes, how denial and rationalization keep us stuck, and why real change feels so hard, even when we genuinely want it.This is a shiur about understanding yourself, reclaiming control, and beginning the journey out of your personal Mitzrayim.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

You’re losing 52 days every year and most people never realize it. On average, we spend over 4 hours a day on our phones. That adds up to nearly two full months of life gone every year. Time we never get back.The Kabbalists teach that the weeks of Parshas Shemos through Mishpatim are uniquely charged to help us break free from our personal Mitzrayim, our inner constraints. In this shiur, we uncover how Moshe Rabbeinu reveals the Torah’s blueprint for reclaiming your time, focus, and freedom, and introduce a practical way to start: the 30-Day Kedusha Challenge.To join the challenge click here. Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Why do some families stay united while others fall apart? In this shiur, we explore how Yosef succeeded in creating family unity where even the Avos struggled. By uncovering a hidden thread running through Sefer Bereishis, we reveal the Torah’s deepest secret to raising children who truly love, respect, and support one another.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Why would Yosef let his father suffer for 22 years, when he could have ended the pain instantly?This shiur on Parshas Vayigash reveals a stunning answer about teshuva, human dignity, and what real love truly demands. An insight that can change how we forgive and how we care for others.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

What does GetAHetter.com have to do with Chanukah?Why does Chanukah have three levels of mitzvah, mehadrin and mehadrin min hamehadrin, unlike any other holiday? What exactly was the “stamp of the Kohen Gadol” on the oil?In this shiur, we explore a new angle on the Chanukah miracle that ties together the oil, the Kohen Gadol, the sufganiyot, and the deeper message of what Hashem really wants from us during these eight days.A fresh, surprising, and thought-provoking look at Chanukah you may have never heard before.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Parshas Vayeishev and the story of Chanukah seem worlds apart, yet hidden within them burns a single message, the battle for the Jewish soul. The Greeks did not seek to kill us, but to redefine us, demanding we write on the horn of Yosef that we have no share in the G-d of Israel. Why Yosef? Why oil? Why impurity?In this shiur, we uncover how Yosef HaTzaddik became the first Jew to face assimilation and emerge with his identity intact. We explore the Greeks’ war against holiness, the secret of the pure oil, and the deeper meaning behind placing the menorah opposite the mezuzah.This class reveals the inner spark within every Jew, a spark that cannot be extinguished, a spark that rises like a flame. In every generation, Chanukah empowers us to resist the lures of our time and return to our truest selves.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

The Torah’s Shocking Answer to “Civilian Casualties” - What the World Gets Wrong About IsraelFor two years the world has accused Israel of “collective punishment,” “disproportionate response,” and even “genocide.” But what does the Torah actually say about civilians during war, collateral damage, and defending Jewish lives?In this shiur discover how Parshas Vayishlach, where Yaakov prepares for war with Esav and Shimon and Levi go to war with Shechem, became the Jewish war manual:Does Judaism forbid killing non-combatants?What counts as a “civilian” in a society that supports terrorism?Are soldiers obligated to risk their lives to protect enemy populations?Why did Yaakov fear killing?Why couldn’t King David build the Beis HaMikdash after fighting wars?How halacha, machshava, and history shape Israel’s moral obligations today.Featuring sources from the Rambam, Mahara”l, Radak, Tosafos, Shulchan Aruch, and real testimonies from hostages and Gaza survivors. This shiur is a short, honest, Torah-grounded look at one of the most difficult questions of our time.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Everyone wants to live a better, deeper, and more meaningful life. We want growth, clarity, and stronger connections—with Hashem, with our spouses, with our children, and even with ourselves.But how do we break free from feeling stuck? How do we actually move forward and make real, lasting change?This week’s shiur dives into one of the most overlooked yet fascinating stories in Parshas Vayeitzei — how Yaakov Avinu became wealthy through the “striped, spotted, and speckled” sheep. We’ll uncover why the Torah spends so many pesukim describing this mysterious episode and explore the powerful life lessons hidden within. By the end, you’ll see how this lesson can transform the way you approach growth, relationships, and your own potential.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Antisemitism is rising at a rate we haven’t seen in decades, over 300% since October 7, 2023. But this isn’t the first time. From the Crusades to the Inquisition, from pogroms to the Shoah, we’ve faced hatred, jealousy, and attacks. And yet: we’re still here. Why?In this shiur, we explore a hidden section of the Parsha, the life of Yitzchak in Gerar, and discover how the Ramban, Kli Yakar, and other commentaries reveal that Yitzchak’s story is actually the story of Jewish history in exile.Why was Yitzchak chosen as a Patriarch? What gives the Jewish people the ability to survive every wave of antisemitism? And what can you, at home, do right now to strengthen the Jewish future?We will trace Jewish resilience from the year 70 CE to today and uncover the single secret that carried our nation through 2,000 years of hatred. This shiur includes powerful stories of hostages, soldiers, and the religious awakening happening across Israel today, real examples of Jewish courage, continuity, and spiritual strength.Antisemitism never destroyed us and never will.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

In a moment that gripped the heart of Am Yisrael, the body of Staff Sgt. Hadar Goldin, fallen hero of Operation Protective Edge in 2014, was finally brought home after 11 years in Hamas captivity. This week's shiur explores the unbreakable Jewish drive for Kevurat Yisrael: Why do we fight relentlessly to honor our dead, no matter how much time has passed? Why are Jews so devoted, even obsessed, with ensuring every Jew receives Kevuras Yisrael? It's more than tradition, it's a declaration of soul, eternity, and unbreakable bonds.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Hidden in Parshat Vayeira is one of the Torah’s most puzzling moments: Why did Avraham have Hagar carry the expelled Yishmael if he was already sixteen years old?Rabbeinu Bachya’s brilliant insight uncovers a hidden story - one that highlights Sarah’s extraordinary strength, Avraham’s ultimate test, and the secret that has sustained the Jewish people through every generation.From the Akeidah to the New York Times’ “Year 2100” front page, this shiur explores the deep trust that keeps Am Yisrael alive - and the greatest gift you can give your children.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Parshas Lech Lecha tells the story of Avraham’s journey, but hidden between the lines burns another story — that of Haran, Avraham’s brother. Haran, often passed over as a minor character, was in truth the father and grandfather of all the Imahos — Sarah, Rivkah, Rachel, and Leah — and the ancestor of Mashiach.In this shiur, we uncover how Haran’s quiet act of mesirus nefesh became the spiritual DNA of the Jewish people — passed down through the Matriarchs, and alive today in every act of courage, faith, and sacrifice for Am Yisrael.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Why did Hashem tell Noach to make a Tzohar? Was it a window, a stone, or something deeper? Discover how the Teivah was the Beis HaMikdash of its generation and how, after the Chaggim, we are each called to shine Hashem’s light outward — with pride, faith, and emunah.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

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Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and Sukkos are not separate islands on the calendar, they are stages in one powerful journey. This shiur uncovers the deep thread that connects Elul, the Yamim Noraim, and Sukkos: from ותשובה ותפילה וצדקה to צום, קול, ממון; from fear to love; from the closed Aron Kodesh of Selichos to the dancing with the Torah on Simchas Torah. Along the way, we’ll explore why Sukkah is the only mitzvah where you must remember the reason, hear moving stories, including Omer Shem Tov’s faith in captivity and discover how brains, wealth, and beauty can either lead to arrogance or become reminders that all gifts come from Hashem.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.Follow us on ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠ & ⁠Youtube

Rav Kook on Teshuva: Returning to Your CoreRav Kook’s writings reveal a revolutionary approach to teshuva: it’s not just about regret for sin, but about returning to your essence—connecting with Hashem with simcha. Unlike teshuva born from fear or guilt, true teshuva stems from joy, love, and realizing that closeness to Hashem is life’s greatest pleasure. This shiur explores his insights from Orot HaTeshuva, including the three levels of teshuva—physical, moral, and intellectual—and the journey from sudden inspiration to gradual spiritual growth.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.Follow us on ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠Youtube

The chilling story of Rav Amnon — and why Chazal compare us to sheep, mountain climbers, and soldiers in judgment.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.Follow us on ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠Youtube

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In this week’s Elul Torah Giants series, we explore the brilliance of Rav Yosef Ber Soloveitchik - The Rav. More than just a towering intellect, Rav Soloveitchik’s genius flowed into a deep emotional connection with Hashem and Am Yisrael. Through powerful stories and insights, we uncover his unique approach to Elul and Teshuva: that every Jew carries an inherent holiness that no sin can erase. Teshuva isn’t just a hopeful gift - it’s a guarantee, the uncovering of the light already within us.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.Follow us on ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠ & ⁠Youtube

Bikkurim isn’t just about bringing fruit to the Beit HaMikdash — it holds the Torah’s secret to true happiness. Why does the Torah promise joy through this mitzvah? And even more shocking: why does the Midrash say the entire world was created for Bikkurim? Discover how this mitzvah reveals your self-worth, your mission, and why Hashem wants you — just as you are.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.Follow us on ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠ & ⁠Youtube

Join us for Elul Insights from Torah Giants. In this episode, we enter the study halls of Rav Eliyahu Dessler to uncover his profound Mussar teachings on bechira, teshuva, and the unique gift of Elul. Learn how Rav Dessler empowered his students to retrain their middos, take full responsibility, and embrace change before the challenge arrives.Subscribe & bring the Parsha to life each week.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Youtube

What do a bull, a sheep, a donkey, and clothes have to do with Elul? In this shiur on Parshat Ki Teitzei, we uncover the Torah’s hidden roadmap for Elul and Rosh Hashanah. Each of these items in the pesukim symbolizes something we lose over the course of the year—and how Elul gives us the chance to reclaim them. Discover how the mitzvah of returning lost objects reveals the secret to finding our truest selves.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Youtube