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Parsha points to ponder while you wait for your Starbucks or shabbos take-out order.Parsha Perspective: Are we willing to get up and go? For a zechus for refuah sheleima for Lior Avraham Ben Ziva

Torah take-out to go! A Torah podcast that fits into your schedule. For a zechus for a refuah sheleima for Lior Avraham Ben Ziva

Torah take-out to go!A Torah podcast on the parsha that fits in to your schedule on the way to the grocery store or gym (or with a quick cuppa something.)

For a zechus for refuah sheleima for Lior Avraham Ben Ziva.This podcast is less than three minutes - get a taste of the parsha faster than it takes to order your shabbos take-out! This podcast explores: What's in an ending?

In an unconventional way of saying good-bye to his nation, Moshe sings a song for the ages.

Life is a journey. How do we know where we are supposed to go? And even more, how do we know how to get there?

Long before GPS, Moshe told us the way we could always find our way home.

What's the best way to get ahead? Hashem tells us how He wants to give us so much blessing but we need to seek a relationship with Him in order to find them.

The parsha starts off with many laws pertaining to family, animals and relationships. But it ends off with a command to remember -but what if we forget?

The court below is nothing compared to the court Above. How can we prepare for the upcoming Days of Awe and Judgement?

What do we value? Why do we value it? How much does society influence and define what we think is beautiful, ethical or moral?

Eretz Yisroel is a land that was promised to our forefathers, but we have to maintain our end of an the agreement in order to live there.

How much is too much prayer and why do my prayers matter?

We naturally want to deflect accountability elsewhere, but ultimately, shouldering the blame can lead to the best redemption.

Is being mindless the same as being careless? Or being negligent? How far does the Torah expect us to go?

It's hard to take a stand against the crowd. Sometimes, we want to demonstrate our commitment to Hashem. Knowing when, where and how to proceed is often nuanced, but the best way to learn how is by studying the Torah.

What is the element that causes destruction? We often think it's external factors, but the lesson of the parsha tells us otherwise.

Life isn't always fair and not everything makes sense but faith and our Torah don't follow rules of human logic.

Some failures are unforgivable, but most are part of the human experience. The idea of renewal and perseverance are integral to the Jewish journey.

The gift of communication is not meant to create panic, despair and despondency. We are held accountable for the impact our words have on others so choose them wisely.

When friends or family don't do things the way we would, who's business is it?

Hashem wants to bless us - but only if we allow ourselves to be recipients of blessing.

Do we define values based on location? What motivates us to keep our values when we aren't under social pressure to do so?

What defines doing holy work?

Belonging is a human need. Some take it for granted but what about those who can't find their place? What is the role of the community and individual in creating a space of belonging for all?

When we dress we dress for ourselves and for others. What kind of thought do we put into what we wear and how it can make others feel?

Motherhood comes with responsibilities but are mothers responsible for everything? Can children look past their parent's imperfections?

Passion and emotion fuel our religious devotion, but how can we be sure it's channeled in the right direction?

What's the best way to start your day - or anything new for that matter? This week's parsha offers a fantastic piece of advice.

The most precious gifts and contributions are those made with your heart.

What if I'm just an ordinary person in a family of superstars?

What does your mirror reflect to the people around you?

Half and shekel and half a kingdom. Why can't we have it all?

What name is on YOUR clothes?

How would you answer the ultimate question?

Who is crying and why?

Parshas Vereya. Who helps who?