If God told Moshe to send Spies, how did it go so wrong? In this podcast we discuss the spies' report, whether they were sent to be objective observers, or the opposite - to endear the covenantal land to the nation.
#130 | Bamidbar ch.12 - In a League of His Own
24/02/2026 | 10min
Miriam and Aharon speak disparagingly about Moses. God springs to his defence and reminds us why Moshe is in a league of his own. In this class we highlight three unique aspects of Moshe's persona and role.
#129 | Bamidbar ch.11 - Unsatiable Cravings
23/02/2026 | 16min
In our chapter, the people complain and cry for meat, and Moses has a crisis. What is happening in the camp of Israel? How has order unraveled so rapidly?
#128 | Bamidbar ch.10 - The March to the Promised Land
22/02/2026 | 13min
Bamidbar 10 is a momentous chapter. After a year at Mount Sinai, the nation embark to realize Jewish history, the promises to the Patriarchs, the fulfillment of the Exodus - they begin the march to Eretz Yisrael!
#127 | Bamidbar ch.9 - Renewing the Covenant
21/02/2026 | 14min
Why do we see the law of Pesach at this point in the book? Why should there be a second opportunity to do Pesach, when this doesn't apply to other laws?
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