Weekly Parsha Shiur with Rav Elyada Goldwicht

Why did Hashem command the Jews in Mitzrayim to eat the Korban Pesach in a rush — with shoes on and sticks telling them to move — if they didn’t leave until morning?In this shiur on Parashat Bo, we uncover how emunah isn’t just something you feel, it’s something you do. From Chazal and the Rav Tzdok to a real-life skydiving moment, this shiur reveals why real change begins with one courageous jump.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Pharaoh wasn’t stupid, he was human.Again and again, he promises to change… and again and again, he falls back into the same destructive patterns.In this shiur on Parshas Va’eira, we uncover the Torah’s profound insight into why people repeat the same mistakes, how denial and rationalization keep us stuck, and why real change feels so hard, even when we genuinely want it.This is a shiur about understanding yourself, reclaiming control, and beginning the journey out of your personal Mitzrayim.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

You’re losing 52 days every year and most people never realize it. On average, we spend over 4 hours a day on our phones. That adds up to nearly two full months of life gone every year. Time we never get back.The Kabbalists teach that the weeks of Parshas Shemos through Mishpatim are uniquely charged to help us break free from our personal Mitzrayim, our inner constraints. In this shiur, we uncover how Moshe Rabbeinu reveals the Torah’s blueprint for reclaiming your time, focus, and freedom, and introduce a practical way to start: the 30-Day Kedusha Challenge.To join the challenge click here. Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Why do some families stay united while others fall apart? In this shiur, we explore how Yosef succeeded in creating family unity where even the Avos struggled. By uncovering a hidden thread running through Sefer Bereishis, we reveal the Torah’s deepest secret to raising children who truly love, respect, and support one another.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Why would Yosef let his father suffer for 22 years, when he could have ended the pain instantly?This shiur on Parshas Vayigash reveals a stunning answer about teshuva, human dignity, and what real love truly demands. An insight that can change how we forgive and how we care for others.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

What does GetAHetter.com have to do with Chanukah?Why does Chanukah have three levels of mitzvah, mehadrin and mehadrin min hamehadrin, unlike any other holiday? What exactly was the “stamp of the Kohen Gadol” on the oil?In this shiur, we explore a new angle on the Chanukah miracle that ties together the oil, the Kohen Gadol, the sufganiyot, and the deeper message of what Hashem really wants from us during these eight days.A fresh, surprising, and thought-provoking look at Chanukah you may have never heard before.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Parshas Vayeishev and the story of Chanukah seem worlds apart, yet hidden within them burns a single message, the battle for the Jewish soul. The Greeks did not seek to kill us, but to redefine us, demanding we write on the horn of Yosef that we have no share in the G-d of Israel. Why Yosef? Why oil? Why impurity?In this shiur, we uncover how Yosef HaTzaddik became the first Jew to face assimilation and emerge with his identity intact. We explore the Greeks’ war against holiness, the secret of the pure oil, and the deeper meaning behind placing the menorah opposite the mezuzah.This class reveals the inner spark within every Jew, a spark that cannot be extinguished, a spark that rises like a flame. In every generation, Chanukah empowers us to resist the lures of our time and return to our truest selves.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Explore the complex Jewish wartime ethics rooted in Parshat Vayishlach. Delve into thought-provoking questions about civilian status in conflicts and the moral dilemmas faced by soldiers. Hear insights on how halacha views the killing of non-combatants and the notorious Shechem incident. Understand arguments surrounding army survival versus civilian protection. Finally, consider the moral implications of accidental civilian casualties and the obligations to defend while navigating these challenging ethical waters.

Everyone wants to live a better, deeper, and more meaningful life. We want growth, clarity, and stronger connections—with Hashem, with our spouses, with our children, and even with ourselves.But how do we break free from feeling stuck? How do we actually move forward and make real, lasting change?This week’s shiur dives into one of the most overlooked yet fascinating stories in Parshas Vayeitzei — how Yaakov Avinu became wealthy through the “striped, spotted, and speckled” sheep. We’ll uncover why the Torah spends so many pesukim describing this mysterious episode and explore the powerful life lessons hidden within. By the end, you’ll see how this lesson can transform the way you approach growth, relationships, and your own potential.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.

Antisemitism is rising at a rate we haven’t seen in decades, over 300% since October 7, 2023. But this isn’t the first time. From the Crusades to the Inquisition, from pogroms to the Shoah, we’ve faced hatred, jealousy, and attacks. And yet: we’re still here. Why?In this shiur, we explore a hidden section of the Parsha, the life of Yitzchak in Gerar, and discover how the Ramban, Kli Yakar, and other commentaries reveal that Yitzchak’s story is actually the story of Jewish history in exile.Why was Yitzchak chosen as a Patriarch? What gives the Jewish people the ability to survive every wave of antisemitism? And what can you, at home, do right now to strengthen the Jewish future?We will trace Jewish resilience from the year 70 CE to today and uncover the single secret that carried our nation through 2,000 years of hatred. This shiur includes powerful stories of hostages, soldiers, and the religious awakening happening across Israel today, real examples of Jewish courage, continuity, and spiritual strength.Antisemitism never destroyed us and never will.Subscribe and bring the Parsha to life each week.