Introducing: The Write Way

A new Shtark Tank series

For Bnei Torah who want to continue growing in learning, writing can be a powerful tool.

We’ve touched on this idea in several Shtark Tank episodes, including the two most recent ones. We heard about the top guy in Volozhin who left yeshiva to become a banker—and ended up as a world-renowned mechaber sefarim. We also heard from Abie Rotenberg, who’s written two sefarim, a novel, and of course, dozens of hit songs (none of which were for parnassah).

This isn’t a new idea. Many sources highlight the power of writing as a way to deepen learning. The Mateh Moshe writes:

עיקר הלימוד המקויים ביד האדם הוא כשכותב דבריו, שמתוך כך זוכרם
“The main part of learning that stays with a person is what he writes down, for through writing, he remembers it.”

We’ve also heard from many Shtark Tank listeners who’ve written impressive material—despite busy schedules filled with work, family, and other responsibilities.

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be spotlighting some of these writers and their work.

If you're looking for inspiration, insight, or a gentle nudge to pick up the pen yourself—stay tuned. And make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a post.

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