parshat Beha'alotcha

The relation between the role of the trumpets, which were used in times of need and the role of prayer, according to the Rambam.

The solution for complaining is to re-order our eyes. To direct our focus on the cup half-full which Hashem pours for us each morning.

The commandment that the six outside lamps should all face into the center lamp teach us where to focus our attention.

The process and commandment of lighting the menorah served as a constant reminder to the High Priest of the important role that he was to always play in the furtherance of Torah and holiness in Jewish society.