Jun 16, 2026 · 6 min · 4 segments
Today on Table Talk with BBYOInsider we are giving an in-depth look at this week’s parsha—Parsha Korach—as part of the Simchat Torah Challenge.
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Parashat Korach tells the story of one of the most well-known rebellions in the Torah.
Korach challenges the leadership of Moshe and Aaron, claiming that everyone in the community is holy and that no one person should have more authority than another.
But as the parasha unfolds, it becomes clear that this conflict is not really about equality.
Through the contrast between Korach and Moshe, the parasha teaches us powerful lessons about leadership, humility, and what it truly means to speak up for the right reasons.
He acted on his ego and the reason why he rebelled was because he wanted to benefit himself and not anyone else.
Rashi explains that this phrase means Korach took himself aside, separating himself from the community in order to push his own agenda, rather than acting for the sake of the people.
This teaches us a core value of leadership, being selfless and thinking of the bigger picture.
As a leader you need to try accommodate everyone's needs as much as you possibly can, sometimes putting your own needs behind somebody else's.
In Pasha Korach it says, The entire community is holy, so why do you elevate yourself?
Although this sounds like a claim for equality, Korach uses it to challenge Moshe's authority and gain power for himself.
Moshe, on the other hand, avoided control and avoided believing that he was superior.
This shows Moshe's humility and trust in Hashem, rather than a desire to hold on to power.
They do not have the desire to be seen as superior, but rather they listen to everyone and act on behalf of the people.
Parashat Korach tells the story of one of the most well-known rebellions in the Torah.
Korach challenges the leadership of Moshe and Aaron, claiming that everyone in the community is holy and that no one person should have more authority than another.
But as the parasha unfolds, it becomes clear that this conflict is not really about equality.
Through the contrast between Korach and Moshe, the parasha teaches us powerful lessons about leadership, humility, and what it truly means to speak up for the right reasons.
He acted on his ego and the reason why he rebelled was because he wanted to benefit himself and not anyone else.
Rashi explains that this phrase means Korach took himself aside, separating himself from the community in order to push his own agenda, rather than acting for the sake of the people.
This teaches us a core value of leadership, being selfless and thinking of the bigger picture.
As a leader you need to try accommodate everyone's needs as much as you possibly can, sometimes putting your own needs behind somebody else's.
In Pasha Korach it says, The entire community is holy, so why do you elevate yourself?
Although this sounds like a claim for equality, Korach uses it to challenge Moshe's authority and gain power for himself.
Moshe, on the other hand, avoided control and avoided believing that he was superior.
This shows Moshe's humility and trust in Hashem, rather than a desire to hold on to power.
They do not have the desire to be seen as superior, but rather they listen to everyone and act on behalf of the people.
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