Rabbi Mordechai Becher gives various explanations of the word "Chamushim" which appears at the beginning of the parasha. This week's VLog is sponsored: in memory of Moshe ben Gershon Hacohen A”H (Morris Glatter) for his Yartzeit (21 Shevat) by his family.

Why should Pharaoh be punished for enslaving the Jews if his heart was hardened by G-d? Rabbi Mordechai Becher gives several possible explanations.

Understanding the different roles of Moshe and Aharon. Moshe elevated the people beyond where they could be on their own, and Aharon brings out their natural potential by uniting them.

Criticisms and Prophecies can be "blessings" too.

Survival Through The Family The Jewish family needs both structure and love to stay intact and holy, ensuring the survival of the entire Jewish people.