Torah Sparks

Torah Sparks

Inspiration, meaning, and holiness can be found everywhere. It's up to us to find these sparks of spiritual light and bring more of a G-dly awareness to ourselves, our families, our communities, and the world at large.

On the Torah Sparks website, you can listen to The Torah Sparks Podcast, watch motivational videos, and read exciting blog posts.

Recent Episodes

Nov. 14, 2024

A Fascinating Perspective on "Refusing a Katan and Not Refusing a Gadol" (Parshas Vayeira)

Rashi tells us to refuse a katan but not a gadol. In this episode, we offer a drash on these words. Enjoy! This week's shiur has been sponsored by Yehuda Gornbein for a זכות רפואה שלמה for Tzvi ben Leah Miriam and Rav Refoel…
Nov. 7, 2024

How Did YOU Find Hashem? Unearthing the Torah's Seemingly Strange Omission of Avraham's Backstory

Hashem tells Avraham Avinu, "Lech Lecha" - Go! Wait a second! Who is this man? In this episode, we unearth a fascinating reason why the Torah leaves out the backstory of Avraham Avinu of how he found Hashem and came to monot…
Oct. 16, 2024

10 Reasons Why We Must See the Stars in the Sukkah (Sukkos 2024/5785)

So, there is a Halacha to be able to see the stars in the Sukkah. In this episode, we highlight 10 possible reasons why this is.
Oct. 11, 2024

Yom Kippur: How Many Times Do We Knock On Our Hearts? A Fascinating Gematria, Revealed!

We "hit" ourselves hundreds of times over the 10 viduy's of Yom Kippur. But how many times exactly? Why that many? Listen to find out more!
Sept. 5, 2024

The. HIGHEST. Place. On. Earth. (Parshas Shoftim)

What is the highest place in the world? Perhaps, the answer may not be what you'd think! Enjoy!
July 25, 2024

Two Worlds But NOT Two Worlds Apart (Pinchas)

In this week's episode, we discuss the importance of bridging the gap between This World and the World to Come. Buckle up, as we delve deep into Rashi, and uncover gems from the Sfas Emes, Baal Shem Tov, and a fascinating Se…

Recent Blog Posts

Second Chance Employment (Ki Sisa)

Research has shown that after thousands of years, bread remains the most regularly consumed food in the world. Due to its convenience, portability, nutrition and taste, bread is the most important staple food of humans. Oftentimes, though, it is th…

Parshas Tetzaveh - Do I Look Like a Carrot?

A few years ago, I happened to be shopping in the Nordstrom Rack located in Baltimore, MD, when a fellow approached me and sincerely said, "Excuse me sir, can I ask you a question?"   Hesitantly, I responded, "Sure." I was feeling a little un…

Clear as Day - Parshas Toldos

Have you ever looked at an ice-cream cone and thought that it was a boa constrictor? Or maybe you’ve seen a dog and thought it was a pencil? Or perhaps you’ve observed a car and thought it was a tuna-bagel sandwich? Of course not! The re…