Moshe Rudd (far left in the picture above) is an alumnus of the Rabbinical College of Australia & NZ, 5771 (2011). In this excerpt of a letter, Moshe shares the indelible impression that YG has had on him.
Dear rabbis and fellow alumni,
... My experiences last year at Melbourne’s Yeshivah Gedolah continue to guide me in my current studies. One of the most important things I picked up at YG was that successful learning requires disciplined restraint. Just as one can’t eat a full plate of food all at once, but must eat it in measured bites, so too, one can’t digest all there is to learn at once. Learning will not be successful if it is crammed and not properly thought out. Also, one can’t have a good day of learning after waking up late, or davening and eating too quickly. Everything must have its set time, and every goal needs to be worked at a steady and measured pace.
This is actually a lesson for anything in life: Whatever needs to be accomplished, in whatever area of life – make a plan, use the time wisely, make sure there is time and attention for every detail, and don't try to swallow the whole plate at once!
There are other ways in which my experiences last year continue to affect me. I am currently learning Masechta Chagiga, which I was inspired to do by the fond memories I have of Levi Brown and Moshe Winner learning this Masechta last year. I’ve even dreamt of the Shluchim demanding further improvement! Clearly, YG has had a lasting impact upon me.
Being that my birthday is on 14 Teves, I wish to conclude this letter by wishing you all success in all of your aspirations, and all in good health.
Best regards,
Moshe Rudd
