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Published Aug 6, 2026

Sharone Lankry

Why does the Torah compare destruction to an almond tree?

In this week's Torah Nuggets on Parashat Pinchas, Sharone Lankry uncovers a remarkable connection between Aharon's blossoming staff, the prophecy of Yirmiyahu, and the Three Weeks leading to Tisha B'Av.

Why did Aharon's staff produce almonds? Why did the prophet Yirmiyahu see an almond branch in his vision? And what do almonds have to do with the destruction of the Beit HaMikdash?

Discover how the almond's unique nature teaches a timeless lesson: some pleasures begin sweet but end bitter, while the difficult moments of Jewish history begin bitter but ultimately end in redemption.

From Korach's rebellion to the sin at Baal Peor, and from the destruction of the Temple to the future Geulah, this class reveals how Hashem's timing is always precise and how even the darkest days are preparing the Jewish people for the sweetest future.
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