Intro to Megillat Esther 5785 - Mar 11, 2025 - A different approach to the story which embellishes the event and puts the story into a wider historical context. Based on writings of Rav Benny Lau.

Kings 2 ch.16-Achaz-a real enigma - Jan 28, 2025 - Looking at the difficult turn of events in the southern kingdom. Also a strange reference to the 'salamander'.

Sefer Shoftim ch.15 Shimshon's campaign - Nov 19, 2024 - Continuing the remarkable life of Shimshon and his complete devotion to the Jewish people.Many allusions to the current situation with the 21st century Gazans.

Kings 2 ch.7-Some parallels to 2024 - Nov 12, 2024 - This chapter is a testament to faith and trust in Hashem whilst facing a formidable enemy from the north. Dedicated to the memory of Felix Wolkenfeld zl who lived in London and became a 'chaver' in his German community at the age of 16, after saving 2 Torah scrolls on krystallnacht 1938.

Shoftim ch.14-Shimshon begins his campaign - Nov 5, 2024 - We are examining the special activity of Shimshon.Concept of avera lishma applies here. Shiur given in Modiin as an ongoing tanach series.In memory of our mechtan, Dr L. Sokolic who passed away on Hoshana Raba 5785. May his memory be blessed.

Melachim Aleph ch.20-A war in the North-nothing changes. - Jun 25, 2024 - A look at Achav's miraculous victories against the northern enemy.Overtones for Israel today.Shiur given at Yeshivat Hesder in Modiin Israel.

Shoftim ch.6-Gidon pt.1 - May 21, 2024 - Beginning of an analysis on the doubting hero.Very challenging.

Shoftim ch.5- Beautiful analyses of major characters - Mar 26, 2024 - A look at the shirat Devorah and its significance.Also avera lishma and Rav Steinsalz's comments on Devorah. Shiur in Modiin Israel.Dedicated in honor of our granddaughter's (Shira Levitt to Avi Thurman) wedding IYH in Baltimore on 8th April 2024.

Shoftim ch.4-Is Devora a paradigm for today? - Mar 12, 2024 - Ch.4 and a discussion about the issues surrounding Devora-modesty and validity. Is she a paradigm for the yoetzet/toenet of today? Shiur in Modiin Israel

Kings 1 ch.12-The psychology of Yeravam - Mar 5, 2024 - The aftermath of Shlomo-an attempt to explain the paradox of Yeravam-dedicated in honor of Zahal and to bring back the hostages speedily BE'H.