Shiurim on Rosh Hashanah
The Sedra Rosh Hashanah 5784
When considering Rosh Hashanah, we find ourselves setting aside the weekly Sedra to focus on the unique essence of the day. The most identifiable trait of this holiday is the sounding of the Shofar. The Rambam explains that while this is a divine decree, it contains a powerful allusion, a call to wake up from our spiritual slumber and inspect our deeds. In this video, we will explore a fascinating alternative text for the blessing over the Shofar found in the Jerusalem Talmud. We will delve into Rav Soloveitchik’s profound explanation of how hearing the Shofar is not just a [...]
