Requirements for Success in Learning

A talmid chochom never concludes that he understands enough, and never tires of getting guidance.  Evilim are the opposite.   The severity of poskining shailahs when unfit, even if the unfitness is only for that particularly high level of shailah.

Insight into the first and second letters in Megillas Esther and the relationship between wealthy and poor people. 

Discussion of siyata dishmaya and investing effort in learning Torah.

Five qualities necessary for success in learning.  Stealing time away from true responsibilities, for learning. Self-sacrifice of Jewish women to enable their husbands to succeed in learning. 

Guidance on how to view one’s financial situation in a Torah perspective.

Citations: Aside from the commentaries on Mishlei, this shiur references the Rambam’s introduction to the Peirush HaMishnah, and Tiferes Yisroel Boaz on Avos 1:1, first os.