Blessing of Love + Bonus Q&A (Parsha Power: Nasso)

Uncover the profound wisdom of Jewish tradition as we explore the themes of blessings, love, peace, and forgiveness. This episode promises to enrich your understanding of spiritual practices through the lens of the Birkat Kohanim, or Priestly Blessing. Discover how love and sincerity elevate the power of blessings, both in giving and receiving, and why harmony is crucial for a Kohen's sacred duties. As we unravel these traditions, you'll gain insights into the essential roles love and peace play in effective spiritual service.

Meet Leslie Dan, a visionary Canadian businessman, whose story illustrates the transformative power of peace and forgiveness in conflict resolution. We recount Mr. Dan's remarkable decision to choose financial success over pride, reflecting on the Talmud's teachings on humility's spiritual and moral benefits. This chapter underscores the universal importance of love and peace, not just in business, but in personal relationships as well, while highlighting the enduring significance of blessings in nurturing bonds between individuals and within communities.

Our journey concludes with reflections on key Jewish events, offering lessons from holidays and prophets that lead up to Rosh Hashanah. We explore the paradoxical nature of Tisha B'Av and its role in fostering divine closeness through challenges. Our discussion also centers on strengthening connections to Hashem, both individually and as a community, highlighting modern approaches to spiritual outreach. By sharing Torah teachings and inviting others to experience Jewish traditions, we can fulfill our communal responsibility and bring Hashem’s children closer to Him in today’s interconnected world.

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This episode (Ep 7.32) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Nasso is dedicated in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!

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Recorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on June 6, 2025, in Houston, Texas.
Released as Podcast on June 6, 2025
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