Ep. 76 - Parsha Pinchas 5786

Why does Parshat Pinchas begin by praising an act that actually took place in last week’s parsha? And why are the korbanot for the festivals placed here instead of in Sefer Vayikra?

In this week’s episode, we explore how these seemingly unrelated sections of the parsha are deeply connected.

Together we’ll discuss:

* Why Hashem’s approval of Pinchas was delayed until this week’s parsha—and what that teaches us about judging another person’s motives.

* The difference between everyday mitzvot and extraordinary acts of self-sacrifice.

* The covenant of peace granted to Pinchas and why he alone was added to the priesthood.

* What we can learn from the courage of someone who simply does “the next right thing.”

* The remarkable survival of Korach’s sons and the incredible power of sincere teshuvah.

* Why the daughters of Tzelophehad changed Jewish history by fighting for the future of their family.

* Moshe’s heartfelt request for a worthy successor and the appointment of Yehoshua.

* The surprising connection between leadership and the daily korban tamid.

* Why Chazal considered the verse describing the daily offering to be one of the most all-encompassing verses in the Torah.