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All about books and all things bookish from a Nairobi-centric view :)
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You have probably heard about Kabbalah either as a Hollywood phenomenon or something that is beyond the world that we live in. Kabbalah actually has incredible secrets that can transform your daily life. This is your chance to connect to this incredible ancient wisdom and change your life for the better. Cherished for his incredible warmth and non-judgmental personality, this hipster is not your typical rabbi. He is real, raw, unconventional and loved by thousands across the world. Rabbi Ber ...
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Thoughts on spirituality, Kabbalah, Jewish thought, Judaism and Relationships. Rabbi Yisroel Bernath is the Senior Rabbi at Rohr Chabad of NDG and the Jewish Chaplain at Concordia University in Montreal, Canada. Cherished for his incredible warmth and non-judgmental personality, this hipster is not your typical rabbi. In 2012, Rabbi Bernath founded the smashing success JMatchmaking International, a network of Jewish dating sites. He has made 104 matches (that he knows of) to date! In additio ...
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Conversations about Jewish philosophy law kabala existence and so much more Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/laybl-lefkowitz/support
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October 7th | We Will Never Forget | Rabbi Bernath’s Sermon for the 1st Day of Rosh Hashana
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Send us a text In this year’s Rosh Hashanah sermon, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath addresses the profound impact of last October’s events, emphasizing the collective trauma and unity that emerged in the Jewish community. He reflects on how this tragedy forced the Jewish people to confront their shared identity and essence. Despite differences in ideology, l…
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Three Keys to Living Life Fully | Rabbi Bernath's Rosh Hashanah Sermon 2023
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Send us a text So many of you asked me to record my Rosh Hashanah Sermon, well here it is and I hope it inspires and uplifts you. Support the show Got your own question for Rabbi Bernath? He can be reached at rabbi@jewishndg.com or http://www.theloverabbi.com Single? You can make a profile on www.JMontreal.com and Rabbi Bernath will help you find t…
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The Privilege of Choice | A Special Pre-Rosh Hashana Kabbalah Class
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Rebroadcast: A Beginners Guide to Rosh Hashanah Prayer and Shofar Sounding
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Send us a text Support the show Got your own question for Rabbi Bernath? He can be reached at rabbi@jewishndg.com or http://www.theloverabbi.com Single? You can make a profile on www.JMontreal.com and Rabbi Bernath will help you find that special someone. Donate and support Rabbi Bernath’s work http://www.jewishndg.com/donate Follow Rabbi Bernath’s…
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The Last Light: Completing the Circle of Shabbat Unity | Honouring 50 years of the Rebbe's Campaign for Women & Girls to Light Shabbat Candles.
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Send us a text In this inspiring sermon, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath shares a powerful story of two rabbinical students sent on a mission to the remote Aleutian Islands, where they encountered a young Jewish girl and her mother living in isolation. Their discovery reignited the family's connection to Judaism, emphasizing the significance of Shabbat candl…
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Coronation Night: The Essence of Rosh Hashanah | Rabbi Bernath's Thursday Kabbalah Morning Class
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Send us a text On the night of Rosh Hashanah, we engage in a cosmic ceremony unlike any other — the coronation of G-d as our King. Drawing inspiration from Rabbi Yosef Dov Soleveitchik’s childhood story in Chaslavitch, we explore the profound depth of Rosh Hashanah, where the humblest among us — the tailor, shoemaker, water-carrier, and painter — a…
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Coronation Night: The Essence of Rosh Hashanah | Rabbi Bernath's Thursday Morning Class
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Send us a text On the night of Rosh Hashanah, we engage in a cosmic ceremony unlike any other — the coronation of G-d as our King. Drawing inspiration from Rabbi Yosef Dov Soleveitchik’s childhood story in Chaslavitch, we explore the profound depth of Rosh Hashanah, where the humblest among us — the tailor, shoemaker, water-carrier, and painter — a…
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Kabbalah for Everyone Lesson 10 | Dirah Bitachtonim | Part Deux
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Elul: The Divine Dance of Love and Unity | A Special Kabbalah Class
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Send us a text The month of Elul is a time of deep introspection and renewal in love and relationships, aligning with the theme of "Ani l'dodi v'dodi li" – "I am to my beloved, and my beloved is to me." This sermon explores the mystical dimensions of Elul, emphasizing how true love and unity are possible without compromising individuality. By under…
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Elul: The Divine Dance of Love and Unity | A Special Kabbalah Class
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Send us a text The month of Elul is a time of deep introspection and renewal in love and relationships, aligning with the theme of "Ani l'dodi v'dodi li" – "I am to my beloved, and my beloved is to me." This sermon explores the mystical dimensions of Elul, emphasizing how true love and unity are possible without compromising individuality. By under…
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Parshat Ki Tavo | Where is the Center of the World?
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Finding Light in Darkness: Sappir Cohen’s 55 Days held Hostage in Gaza and the Power of Psalm 27
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Send us a text In the summer of 2023, Sappir Cohen, a young woman from Ramat Gan, felt an overwhelming sense of foreboding. Despite countless visits to doctors, she found no explanation for her anxiety. In desperation, she turned to prayer, reciting Psalm 27 daily. Months later, she was abducted by terrorists during the October 7th attacks in Israe…
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Kabbalah for Everyone Lesson 9 | Dirah Bitachtonim
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How Can He Be So Insensitive? The Misunderstanding That Reveals the Power of Prayer | A Pre-Rosh Hashanah Sermon with Rabbi Yisroel Bernath
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Send us a text In this sermon, the story of Chanah from the Haftarah on Rosh Hashanah serves as a powerful lesson about the depth of human emotions and the nature of prayer. Chanah, who is childless, pours her heart out to G-d in silent prayer, but Eli, the High Priest, mistakenly perceives her as being drunk. This seemingly insensitive misjudgment…
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What If G-d Is Already Waiting for You—Are You Ready to Meet Him? | The Jewish Month of Elul with Rabbi Yisroel Bernath
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Send us a text The Rebbe’s teachings on the parable of the “King in the Field,” drawn from Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, provide profound insights into the unique opportunity presented by the month of Elul. Unlike the rest of the year, when approaching G-d can feel daunting, during Elul G-d leaves the palace and meets us in the field. This signifi…
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What If G-d Is Already Waiting for You—Are You Ready to Meet Him? | The Jewish Month of Elul with Rabbi Yisroel Bernath
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Send us a text The Rebbe’s teachings on the parable of the “King in the Field,” drawn from Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, provide profound insights into the unique opportunity presented by the month of Elul. Unlike the rest of the year, when approaching G-d can feel daunting, during Elul G-d leaves the palace and meets us in the field. This signifi…
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If Jerusalem is the Holiest Place for Jews why is not mentioned in the Torah?
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Send us a text The topic of Jerusalem’s ownership often stirs debate, particularly in the context of peace in the Middle East. While the Hebrew Bible mentions Jerusalem extensively, the Torah itself does not explicitly name the city. Instead, it alludes to it as "the place that the L-rd will choose." This omission raises questions about why the Tor…
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Remembering the rest of the Verse: The True Purpose Behind Freedom | Rabbi Bernath's Weekly Sermon
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Send us a text The famous slogan "Let My People Go" became a rallying cry for Jews worldwide in the 1970s, advocating for the release of Soviet Jewry. However, as the Rebbe reminded us, the slogan's full meaning—"so that they may serve Me"—was often overlooked. This sermon explores the deeper significance of this missing line and the importance of …
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Kabbalah for Everyone Lesson 8 |Miracles & Atzmut
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Special Episode: If I want to change, how do I do it?
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Elul & High Holidays - Our Marriage with G-d | Rabbi Bernath's Thursday Morning Class
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Send us a text The 5-Step Program of Spiritual Courtship, Engagement, Marriage, Honeymoon, and Real Life: Discovering the Divine Romance in Our Lives In this sermon, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores the deep and mystical relationship between G-d and the Jewish people, likened to a sacred marriage. Drawing from Kabbalistic and Chassidic teachings, Rab…
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Elul & High Holidays - Our Marriage with G-d | Rabbi Bernath's Thursday Morning Class
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Send us a text The 5-Step Program of Spiritual Courtship, Engagement, Marriage, Honeymoon, and Real Life: Discovering the Divine Romance in Our Lives In this sermon, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores the deep and mystical relationship between G-d and the Jewish people, likened to a sacred marriage. Drawing from Kabbalistic and Chassidic teachings, Rab…
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Embracing the Broken: How Moses' Shattered Tablets Illuminate Our Path to Wholeness | Rabbi Bernath's Weekly Sermon
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Send us a text In this sermon, we explore one of the most profound and paradoxical moments in Jewish history: Moses' decision to break the first set of tablets containing the Ten Commandments. Far from being a moment of defeat, this act is seen as Moses' greatest accomplishment. By smashing the tablets, Moses conveyed a timeless truth—G-d can be fo…
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Parshat Reeh | The Individual Or The Community?
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Kabbalah for Everyone Lesson 7 | Nature
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Send us a text "What is Love?" Love is redefined beyond the conventional understanding of a mere emotion or a passive state of being. We emphasized that love is an obligation and a directive, as illustrated in Leviticus 19:18, which commands to "love your fellow as yourself." This idea suggests that love is not just a spontaneous feeling but an act…
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Christ Jesus: The Dispenser And Storehouse Of Blessings
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No Stupid Questions | A Special Relationships Workshop with Rabbi Yisroel Bernath
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Why do we break the glass under the Chuppah?
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Kabbalah for Everyone Lesson 6 | Ratzon and Taanug
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The True Cause of Jerusalem’s Downfall: Lessons from History for Today | Rabbi Bernath's Weekly Sermon
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Send us a text In this sermon, we delve into the real reasons behind the destruction of the Second Temple, as highlighted in the newly released animated movie "Agadat Churban—Legend of Destruction." The movie underscores how internal strife and division among the Jewish people, rather than the might of the Roman Empire, led to Jerusalem’s downfall.…
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