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Pinchas: The Power of a Good Thought 

When the Torah enumerates the families of the tribe of Levi in our Torah portion, it surprisingly mentions the "Korchite family." Here, a question arises: How is it possible? After all, Korach, the patriarch of the family, stood at the head of the rebellion against Moses our Teacher. The entire family of Korah was punished and lost from the congregation as a result.  So, how was it counted again as if it existed and was not lost?

The Torah provides the answer in the portion: "And the sons of Korach did not die." Although the sons of Korach were partners to the evil counsel from the very beginning, at the moment of truth, during the time of the dispute, a change occurred within their hearts. They realized that they were holding onto a sin, and therefore, they resolved in their hearts to repent.…

I like to go to the synagogue on Saturdays to listen to the Torah portion. Since I have to cross big busy streets I push the buttons to cross safely at the crosswalk. My concern is that people seeing me doing this and then enter the synagogue would think I am Jewish and think Jews can do that on Sabbath.

What distinctive sign can I wear in order to avoid this issue? Or do you have other ideas?

Balak: When Curses Turn to Blessings 

The Torah portion of Balak teaches a principle that has repeated itself throughout the generations. Balak and Balaam sought to harm the people of Israel through their power, wisdom, and schemes. Yet in the end, it became clear that not only did all their efforts fail, but they were transformed into blessings. "Those who bless you are blessed, and those who curse you are cursed" (Numbers 24:9) was prophesied by the Balaam in his prophecy over the people of Israel, and it constitutes an almost exact quote of the original promise given by Hashem to Abraham in the Book of Genesis 12:3. The question is, does this ancient prophecy relate to contemporary events? Is it relevant to our generation?

In our generation we see how nations  and rulers are following the acts of  Balaam and Balak and seek to harm the people of Israel,…