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This shiur discusses the unification of ruchnius and gashmius through the seudah of Purim.

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This shiur explains the hidden purpose behind the very lengthy “beauty pageant” in Perek Beis of Megilas Esther. It expounds on how the arrival of Esther destroyed Achashveirosh’s plan, a ונהפוך הוא that allowed her to approach him to save the Jewish people later in the Purim story.

This shiur analyzes sections of Perek Aleph of Megillas Esther, explaining Hashem’s hashgacha in placing the Purim story where it needed to be. It explains the dynamics between Achashveirosh and Vashti, and how this dynamic played into hashgacha.

This shiur discusses the concept of of "yichud" as a unification of parts, how this idea plays into the story of Purim, as well how this concept plays an integral role in how we view the many chapters of our lives.

Recognizing how only through life's daily challenges we can advance in our emunah, bringing it from intellectual emunah to practical emunah. Also discussion about utilizing challenging social situations to refine middos.

The challenges of dealing with suffering, and the proper perspectives to help deal with these challenges in a constructive manner. Ability to reach towards the lofty level of simcha in yesurin.

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We wish Rav Pollock a speedy recovery from the wrist replacement surgery he underwent this week. Attached is his Dvar Torah on Parshas Yisro from 5780.

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Alumnae Week 5785