Friday, September 11, 2009
Bitochon 5.
Hashem says all silver & gold are mine ?
One lesson for Bitochon is that at times Hashem is providing us one type of blessing & we were hoping & wishing for something else.
Don't reject the silver because you are hoping for gold it is all from Hashem.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Daf 23. Taste of Daf Quiz
Q. Away from a pigeon coop , & space near gutters which need to be cleaned.
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Q. How far away from a city may one build a pigeon coop ?
A. 50 amos.
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Q. If we have a conflict between the principle of follow the majority & follow that which is closer , which concept wins ?
A. The majority.
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Q. Why was R. Yirmiya sent out of the Yeshiva ?
A. Because his question was considered disrespectful.
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Q. When did they allow him back in ?
A. At Daf 165.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Daf 22. Taste of Daf Quiz
A. Those who sell cosmetics for Jewish Women.
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Q. What is the penalty for one who causes a punishment to come upon another person ?
A. He is not invited to come close to the Holy One who is Blessed.
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Q. From whom do we learn to avoid giving a public lecture if one was unable to prepare adequately ?
A. From Rav Nachman bar Yitzchok. ***
Q. How much distance is required not to block ones light ?
A. 4 amos
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Thursday, September 10, 2009
Bitochon 4.
What should a person do to prosper ?
The answer is twofold
- act with integrity
& pray to the Master /Owner of all wealth.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Daf 21. Taste of Daf Quiz
A. One of the Kohanim Gedolim at Bayis Sheini who was very great.
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Q. What was his main accomplishment ?
A. That we should have yeshivos for children all over.
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Q. How many students should there be in one class ?
A. 25.
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Q. How can jealousy be used in a positive way ?
A. To increase wisdom.
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Q. Why is it a great concern that a teacher of children should be careful to avoid mistakes ?
A. The ramifications may be catastrophic.
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Q. Are we allowed to fire a teacher for misconduct without prior warning ?
A. Yes.
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Q. What is called irreversible loss ?
A. See the second Tosfos on 21b.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Bitochon 3
Hashem is the Source of all
There is no other
He is the One & Only
Love Him
Fear Him
Don't stray from serving Him.
He does it all & He is waiting for us to connect more with Him.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Daf 20. Taste of Daf Quiz
A. Not when it is by itself.
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Q. What is the general rule for making a partition ?
A. Any material may be used besides salt or fats.
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Q. Where do we see that neighbors have the right to protest if one person is making noise which makes it difficult for people to sleep ?
A. From the Mishna that people can say - we have trouble sleeping from the noise of your customers coming & going.
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Q. What is an exception to this rule ?
A. A person may teach children Torah & not be concerned with the sounds of study.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Gems of Bitochon -2
The path of Bitochon begins with Prayer to Hashem & continues with Prayer at regular intervals.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Daf 19. Taste of Daf Quiz
A. Because it shpritzes all over.
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Q. What is meant by yagid olov reioh ?
A. Learn from the context.
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Q. Where does it say in the Torah that Hashem will supply Eretz Yisroel with adequate rain ?
A. Dvarim 11:11.
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Q. What are the 7 liquids that are considered liquid ?
A. Wine , blood
Oil , milk , dew
Honey & water.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Monday, September 7, 2009
Gems of Bitochon
To achieving wealth ?
The Talmud teaches
1- always deal honestly
2- pray for mercy from the Owner of all wealth
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Daf 18. Taste of Daf Quiz
A. Rabeinu Gershom explains either the shaking or the noise.
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Q. How much space does one need to plow for a vineyard ?
A. 4 amos.
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Q. How much space is required between planting a tree and a pit ?
A. 25 amos.
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Q. What are the liglugei of a mustard plant ?
A. Rashi - the flowers
Aruch - the seeds
Ri. - the branches.
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Q. What is tzunma ?
A. Stone or rock.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Daf 17. Taste of Daf Quiz
A. The 3 Avos.
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Q. Which 6 people were not affected by the Angel of death ?
A. The 3 avos & Moshe , Aaron & Miriam.
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Q. Which 4 people had no sins ?
A. Binyomin , Amrom , Yishai & Kilov.
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Q. What do I need to watch out for before digging a hole in my backyard ?
A. How it might affect the neighbors.
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Q. How much of a distance may be required ?
A. 3 Tefochim.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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Sunday, September 6, 2009
Final Two
612- Hakhel - gather to Study Torah
613 - Every Jew should write a Sefer Torah.
Now may be a good time for a gem of Torah study.
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