Beha'alotcha — Nosim Anachnu - Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik

The Rav discusses the enduring and complex problem of leadership as presented in the Torah portion Beha’alotcha. It highlights how this sidra—one of the most challenging in the Pentateuch—deals with confusing and enigmatic events which at first glance to not seem to follow a narrative arc. The Rav focuses on leadership struggles within this portion, drawing connections between ancient crises and their modern parallels, emphasizing the timelessness and continued relevance of these biblical narratives. Generously sponsored by Leeor Cohen l’iluy nishmat Saminah bat Mantina (Saminah Sarousi) and Miriam bat Avraham Yaakov (Miriam Krieger) 0:00 Introduction 0:11:11 The Challenge of Leadership 0:18:49 Continuity and Complexity in the Sidra 0:37:37 The Mishkan: Sacred Space and National Mission 0:56:27 The Call to the Convert: Universalism in Judaism 1:15:06 The Manna and the Measure of Moderation For any questions or suggestions regarding the transcription, please email us at theravproject@gmail.com.