Parshas Beshalach: Why Did the Sea Run Away?

Published: Jan. 26, 2024, 6:15 a.m.

Shiur from Rabbi Elimelech Kohn Ztl on \u05e4\u05e8\u05e9\u05ea \u05d1\u05e9\u05dc\u05d7.

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Discussed:

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  • Discussing the various reasons given by Medrashim for Krias Yam Suf, implying that the miracle required human input and was not performed solely by Hashem.
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  • The Darkei Mussar, based on the Ikram, learns from Krias Yam Suf of Man's great power to partner with Hashem in creation, demonstrating Mankind's ability to elevate themselves above Malachim.
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  • The Kometz HaMincha writes, that even though Klal Yisrael was seemingly without Zchusim, they merited Krias Yam Suf because of the Kedusha they maintained in Mitzrayim, as epitomized by Yosef.
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