Sunday, May 2, 2010

Mesechta Megillah 15b - Class 4

Why couldn't Achasverosh sleep? What did he tell Haman to do, and how did Haman react? Learn of the interaction between Haman and Mordechai as they prepared for the parade. Insights from Manos HaLevi and Tosefos.

Thursday, April 29, 2010

Mesechta Megillah 15b - Class 3

How far did the scepter of Achasverosh stretch? The Maharal explains the symbolism. Why did Esther invite Haman to her party? Insights from the Maharal and Ben Yehoyada. How many kids did Haman have? What happened to all of them? See how the Ben Yehoyada explains where they all came from!

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Mesechta Megillah 15b - Class 1

How did Chazal know that the Schechinah left Esther. Amazing insight from Manos HaLevi on Pshat in the Pasuk. Why did the Schechinah leave her? Shem MiShmuel on Black Holes, physical and spiritual.

Sunday, April 25, 2010

Mesechta Megillah 15a - Class 2

Who was Hasach? The dialogue between Esther and Mordechai. What did Mordechai pass over? The power of a blessing or a curse.How to bring about redemption.
Insights from Manos HaLevi and Maharal.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Mesechta Megillah 15a - Class 1

Who was Malachi? Who were the most beautiful women in history? The effect of those women on men. The cry of Mordechai. The reaction of Esther. Insights from Maharal and Manos HaLevi.