# Monetary Compensation for Teaching Torah | May, 27, 2026

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Podcast: [The Daily Derech from Exploring Judaism](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-daily-derech-from-exploring-judaism-7726833)
Published: 2026-05-27T05:28:18+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of The Daily Derech, Rabbi Marcus Rubenstein explores Parashat Naso, Hilchot Talmud Torah, and a teaching from Menorat HaMaor about balancing worldly responsibilities with Torah study. The Me’am Loez section focuses on teshuvah and the obligation of confession after wrongdoing. Rabbi Rubenstein explains that true repentance requires admitting sins, expressing regret and shame, making restitution when necessary, and committing not to repeat the act. He also highlights the value of a short, sincere confession that avoids unhealthy self-destructive guilt. In the Rambam section, Rabbi Rubenstein discusses the prohibition against accepting payment for teaching Torah, especially Oral Torah. He explains the tension between the ideal of teaching Torah freely and the practical need to support teachers and scholars. The Menorat HaMaor section presents the story of Rabbi Elazar ben Charsom, who remained devoted to Torah despite immense wealth. The teaching emphasizes that financial success and busy responsibilities are not excuses to neglect regular Torah study. Learn more at exploringjudaism.org/thedailyderech and reach out to Rabbi Rubenstein here .

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