Matmonim: Daf Yomi by Rabbi David Lapin

Judging who gets the credit for an action or initiative is different if a human is judging or if Hashem is. Sources

Absolute truth is not the ideal by which to live in our world. Truth needs to be synthesized with peace in order for it to be a Divine value. Sometimes this even requires one to engineer the facts to preserve the peace. What are the limits of diplomacy? This episode explores the idea. Sources

Tahara- purity - is not just the absence of Tumah (contamination). Tahara is a higher state of being, it had nuance and requires intent. Sources 

Preparation is key to quality of experience and quality of life. But preparation is not just about preparing the object (the presentation, the speech, the meal) but about preparing the subject, preparing ourselves. Sources

Shabbat and Yomotov differ not only in their laws of observance, but also in the atmosphere we have to create on each of these occasions. Sources

Intentionality and mindfulness manifest not only in thought but also in meticulousness and deliberateness of action. Sources

Even actions that are inherently permissible can be deemed forbidden when they could be misunderstood as bad or forbidden actions - even when no one is looking. Sources

The issue of changing Rabbinic Laws where the reasons for their institution seem archaic or non-applicable, are complex. This and the next Matmonim examine some of the thinking behind it.

A contiuing analysis of principles governing the application of Rabbinic Law in a dynamic, ever-changing world.

Pesak, like business innovation, is about solving problems for people. What is important to learn is the method of reasoning to solve problems within authentic principles. Sources

The way we prioritize things, people and activities is an expression of our values. This episode explores two frameworks for prioritization.

The idea that more is often less is a foundational principle in the work of the Vilna Gaon who generally strips laws and customs to their essences. Our page is a source for his approach.

Even when our scientific data is supremely accurate we shouldn't abandon our awareness pof the natural phenomena that are the cause of the data  we measure. Sources

Ego and its associated insecurities are the driving force of both good and bad. In this episode we learn how the force for evil in people is an important challenge to be mastered. It is a quintessentially human dimension, crucial for achieving greatness. Source 1 Source 2

We each have a little "I" and a great "I". Understanding their differences and showing up in the great "I" is the key. Sources

Integrity goes much further than honesty. Integrity means having a single integrated value system that informs every facet of our lives. Sources

Further explaining how rabbinic law integrates with Torah Law. Sources

How does Rabbinic legislation work and why is it so important? Sources

Getting very precise with the moment the Mitvah of Lulav is fulfilled, so that one can time one's  Beracha  accurately.

The Jewish approach to time, especially the present moment, incorporates past, present and future into one powerfully packed moment of eternity. Sources

This episode explores the correlation between Kedusha and Halacha as well as the value in learning, life and leadership of focus and specialization. Sources

We say a beracha before preforming a Mitzvah. What is it's purpose?

The four species, liking other living organisms,  need to have a life force that is evident not only on their surface as aesthetic beauty, but also their inside. Sources

Just as certain animals can see colors we cannot and infrared vision enables one to see heat waves whereas the naked eye can only see light waves on a specific spectrum, so the ירא שמים can see spiritual images invisible to others.

There is a Talmudic and kabalistic basis for the universal superstitions regarding solar eclipses. This episode clarifies our approach and the kabalistic source of the sun's energy. Sources