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Parasha with dAvId Saltzman

Parasha with dAvId Saltzman

By: David Saltzman
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This podcast uses source sheets created for the Parasha. With the assistance of Notebook LM, a podcast is produced that represents a collaboration between humans and computers to enhance your understanding of the Parasha.David Saltzman Judaism Spirituality
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  • מִרְיָם, מָרָה, תְּמָרִים - From Bitter to Blooming - פרשת בשלח
    Jan 28 2026

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    In this shiur, we explore the spiritual significance of Miriam and her role in transforming Jewish suffering into redemption. The name Miriam is linked to the Hebrew word for bitterness, reflecting the harsh slavery in Egypt, yet she possesses the unique power to sweeten reality through song, dance, and faith. Her leadership at the Reed Sea and the subsequent miracle at Marah demonstrate how she awakens the souls of the nation, particularly the women, to find divine hope in difficult circumstances.


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    13 mins
  • וּלְכָל-בְּנֵי יִשְׂרָאֵל הָיָה אוֹר - IsraelLights - פרשת בא
    Jan 21 2026

    This shiur offers a multifaceted rabbinic and linguistic analysis of the plague of darkness in Egypt. Commentators debate whether this darkness was a natural phenomenon, such as a thick atmospheric vapor.

    We also examine God's purpose behind the plague, suggesting it allowed the Israelites to identify Egyptian treasures or provided cover to bury sinful Hebrews without public shame.

    Additionally, we highlight the sharp contrast between the Egyptians' total isolation and the continuous light enjoyed by the Israelites.

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    15 mins
  • הֶעָרֹב - Animals Without Borders - פרשת וארא
    Jan 15 2026

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    In this Shiur, analyze the nature and implications of the plague of Arov. A central theme is the divine distinction established between the Egyptians and the Jews, marked by the Hebrew terms Hifleti and Pedut. This separation served as a miraculous sign that protected the land of Goshen and, according to some views, signaled the beginning of the end of Jewish servitude.

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    12 mins
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