In this episode of The Daily Derech, Rabbi Marcus Rubenstein explores Parashat Korach, Hilchot Kriyat Shema, and a teaching from Menorat HaMaor about the proper use of zeal and the responsibility to prevent injustice.

The Me’am Loez examines Korach’s challenge regarding the tallit entirely made of techelet and explains that his true failure was using persuasive arguments to lead others away from Torah values. Tzitzit serves as the opposite force—a constant physical reminder to remain connected to mitzvot and resist distractions that pull a person away from their values.

The Rambam discusses the proper time for reciting the evening Shema, teaching that the mitzvah begins only after nightfall and ideally should be completed before midnight. A Shema recited before the appearance of the stars does not fulfill the Torah obligation and shou ...