Is Your Faith Just in Your Head? Parshas Bo - Ep 420

Discover why faith in your mind is only the beginning—and what's blocking it from reaching your heart.

This week's Torah portion, Parshas Bo, reveals a profound three-level framework for understanding emunah (faith): mind, heart, and reflex. While intellectual belief comes easily—even Esav achieved it—transferring that faith into your emotions and instincts is the real spiritual work of a lifetime.

What was Pharaoh actually trying to do to the Jewish people? Drawing on teachings from the Arizal and classical Torah sources, this episode uncovers a surprising connection: Mitzrayim (Egypt) comes from "mitzar"—a narrow passage. Paro relates to "orif"—the back of the neck. The Egyptian exile was designed to block the vital pathway between knowing and feeling.

Explore why tefillin serves as the perfect antidote, binding us at both mind and heart. Learn why we place the arm-tefillin first—reminding us the heart is the destination. Through Torah commentary and a remarkable true story about a young man whose reflexes aligned perfectly with Divine will, discover practical wisdom for spiritual growth.

For anyone seeking to move beyond intellectual Judaism into lived faith.