Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics:How can Elul help us during these trying times?

How do the Thirteen Divine Attributes of Compassion empower us especially when we are faced with difficult challenges and war?
What do the last days of Elul teach us today?
When we say the King is in the field in Elul, do we mean the Divine essence or some of His characteristics?
When it says Hashem is in the field and greets everyone with a beautiful smiling face, does that mean Hashem will automatically respond positively to our requests?
How do we explain the fact that not all our requests are fulfilled, and sometimes far worse than that?
Is there a way to contact G-d directly and have a conversation and get a direct answer?
How can we know who the King is, especially if He is undercover wearing regular clothes instead of royal garments?

What do the names of these portions and their opening verses teach us?
What is its connection to Elul and Rosh Hashana?
What does it mean when it says Hashem will hide his face from us?
What is the difference between tzimtzum and hester panim?
Didn’t G-d say to Moshe that no one can see My face and live, so what additional concealment is caused by our transgressions?

How should we react to the mass exploding pagers in Lebanon?
Will this help protect us?
Are there any instances in Torah where we saw similar events?
What additional things can we do to thank G-d for helping protect us from the terrorists in Lebanon?
Is this a prelude to the geulah?

Am I responsible for someone else’s transgressions? Follow-up

What do we learn from Parshas Netzavim-Vayeilech? Selichos War in Israel

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