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Why do evil, suffering, and tragedy exist? Rabbi Moshe Chaim Luzzato, Ramchal, provides a framework for understanding some of the deeper mysteries of life.
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History for the Curious The most talked-about Jewish History Podcast History for the Curious features the dynamic historian and famous tour guide & lecturer: Rabbi Aubrey Hersh, live from the JLE in London, hosted by myself: Mena Reisner Join us as we cross continents, sail through the centuries, tracing lives, uncovering events and following epic journeys, to reveal the untold stories, the scandals, and the mysteries, that have impacted our history and shaped us into who we are today. Encou ...
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A shiur based on the text of Derech Hashem. We will Use the clarity of the Ramchal to: Elucidate fundamental and esoteric ideas in Judaism. Give an introduction to Kabbalah and Chasidus. Give a sense of the “the big picture” of Hashem’s interactions with his world. We will take cerebral understandings and apply them “Al derech Havoda”to live a fuller Jewish life.
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Join Rabbi Aryeh Shulman, Rosh Kollel Ateres Ami, in exploring the messages of the Mesillas Yesharim. Learn how the Ramchal encourages us to think and develop in our growth as Ovdei HaShem.
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The fully comprehensive series on all the elements of Judaism: the religion. The Average Rabbi teaches the complete framework to Joe, a real, new student of Judaism. Join Joe on his journey as he explores the ancient path for the first time. Whether you are a fresh beginner like Joe, or raised in the orthodox faith, this series will provide you with the knowledge to answer the questions, "What's the Jewish take on...?", "Do Jews believe in...?" and ultimately, "What is Judaism?" This series ...
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Join Rabbi Joey Rosenfeld as he guides us through the world and major works of Kabbalah, Hasidic masters, and Jewish philosophy, shedding light on the inner life of the soul. Inward was created by R' Zac Kamenetz and is produced by Zev Gavriel. The music is by Zusha. To learn more and support this podcast, please visit us online at InwardTorah.org
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Welcome to "The Weekly Parsha with Michoel Brooke," your go-to podcast for engaging and accessible Torah study. Join us as we dive deep into the weekly Torah Parshios, offering insightful commentary and practical life lessons catering to beginners and seasoned learners. Each 15-25-minute episode provides a comprehensive yet digestible exploration of the Parsha, ensuring you get the most out of your Jewish learning experience. By tuning in, you'll discover valuable wisdom from the Parsha that ...
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Rav Dror Moshe Cassouto brings us rare honest pure principles of truth, that will touch the heart of anyone who truly tries to listen to his inspirational words. Our hope is that these inspirational classes will bring you closer to Hashem (The Creator) and inspire and motivate you to find your connection to God with joy, faith, and trust (Simcha, Emunah, and Bitachon in Hebrew). The classes are based on finding truth in everyday life and a strong emphasis on Hitbodedut (personal prayer, secl ...
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Adir BaMarom (Ramchal) 20: The Parts of the Zohar (completion of part 1)
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Zohar on the Parsha: Reah- Why There is No Zohar on Reah
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Tasting the Paradise of the Mind in Moments of Stress
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Zohar on the Parsha: Eikev/Tu B'Av: Building the Cup of Dovid to Hold the Light of Goodness
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Adir BaMarom (Ramchal) 19: The Zohar was Prepared for This Very Moment
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What Happens when Mashiach Comes and How to Bring Him
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Given 8/15/2024 by Rabbi Mendel Kessin Weekly Hashkafa Shiur 161 torahthinking.orgBy Rabbi Mendel Kessin
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Parshas Va'eschanan: Forever Young and Resisting Beechwood Aging
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What if the key to preventing spiritual decline is rekindling our youthful enthusiasm? Join us as we uncover the profound wisdom of "Vinoshantim" from the Torah readings of Tisha B'Av and Parsha's Veschanon. This episode deeply explores how growing spiritually old and uninspired led to the exile and destruction of the First Temple after 852 years o…
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Nachamu: The Luz Bone, the City of Luz, and the Comfort that Rests in the Process (L"M 2:85)
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Zohar of Parsha: Veschanan- The Lover, the Beloved, and the Endless Light of Love
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Given in 2019 by Rabbi Mendel Kessin Produced by Yiboneh.comBy Rabbi Mendel Kessin
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Tisha B'Av Episode - The Hideout in Slovakia
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Rabbi Yossi Steiner spent the war years on the run - as a child - and survived through a series of miracles. He found himself alone in a ghetto, needing to take care of his 5 year old brother. He hid in a bunker for 9 months, whilst Nazis came searching with trained dogs. He crossed borders through forests and fields and spent months pretending to …
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Holocaust Identities IV - The Church, The Red Cross & Nuremberg
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1945. The war is over and Germany is in chaos. But now the church has to explain its silence. And two other groups emerge. There are thousands of Jewish orphans scattered across Europe. At the same time there are thousands of Nazis on the run. Will justice prevail? Chapters 00:00 The Church's Denial and Defense 04:19 Suppression of the Draft Encycl…
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Adir Bamarom (Ramchal) 18: Emerging From the Cave, Microdosing Redemption
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What if the true challenge isn't surviving hardships but thriving in times of prosperity? This week, we invite you to join our exploration of Sefer Devarim, the fifth book of the Pentateuch, beginning with Parshas Devarim. Hear Moses’ final address to the Jewish people, brimming with critical lessons and subtle rebukes for past transgressions. Unco…
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Holocaust Identities III - Hitler’s Olympics, Nation & Church
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Berlin 1936 saw Germany win more Gold medals than any other country, while the world looked on. But at what price? How aware was the Church of Jewish persecution? What role did the ordinary German play in Hitler’s regime? And what motivated those who saved Jews? Chapters 00:00 The Berlin Olympics of 1936: Hitler's Showcase 05:04 Calls to Boycott or…
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Parshas Matos-Masei: Free T-Shirts from Cities of Refuge
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Have you ever wondered why the fate of an accidental killer is tied to the life of the Kohen Gadol? Join us as we explore this intriguing spiritual dynamic and much more in our family's first speaking engagement in the Catskill Mountains. Reflecting on our journey through Sefer Bamidbar and transitioning into Sefer Devarim, we'll share our invaluab…
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The Feast of the Levyason 2/3: Flowing Through the Middle
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Adir BaMarom (Ramchal) 17: Moshe Rescuing the Soul of Rashbi so that We Can Experience Redemption
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The Divine Punishment of America & its Salvation at the End of Time
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Given 7/31/2024 by Rabbi Mendel Kessin Weekly Hashkafa Shiur #161 torahthinking.orgBy Rabbi Mendel Kessin
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The Feast of the Levyason 1/3: An Attempt Towards a Beginning
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Zohar on the Parsha: Matos-Masai- Endless Satisfaction within Endless Desire
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Adir BaMarom (Ramchal) 16: Emergency Relief (Binah) When None is Available (Malchus)
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Holocaust Identities II – Secret Soldiers Part 2
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In 1944 X-troop were fighting in France. With heavy losses and secret identities, some of them would tragically be buried under a cross. By 1945 they had made their way to Germany, always searching for family members who may have survived, even if this required driving across no-man’s land into enemy territory. When the war ends, they begin a new m…
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Parshas Pinchas: THE HARDEST JOB IN THE WORLD
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What makes an exceptional leader in the face of monumental challenges? This week, we uncover the profound journey of selecting a successor to Moshe Rabbeinu, the unparalleled leader who parted the sea and stood as an intercessor between the Jewish people and God. Through the lens of Parshas Pinchas, we explore Moshe's heartfelt plea to Hashem for a…
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The Spider and the Fly 2: The Oppositional Unity of the Shpola Zeide and Rebbe Nachman
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Holocaust Identities I - Secret Soldiers Part 1
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To donate tefillin for the soldiers, please click - https://bit.ly/historyforthecurioustefillin Forged through adversity and fuelled by the fate of their families who were trapped in Nazi Europe, a ragtag crew of Jewish refugees volunteered to become an elite army unit and significantly impact the enemy during WWII. Initially interned as enemy alie…
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Zohar on the Parsha: Pinchas- The Yearning Doe, the Bite of the Snake and the Light of Redemption
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Adir BaMarom (Ramchal) 15: Carving a Space of Safety Within the Chaos Itself
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In this episode, we compare Avraham's zeal with Bilam's passion. We also discuss whether passion for spiritual pursuits matches the intensity we often dedicate to worldly ambitions. Join us as we explore this profound question through Rav Moshe Feinstein's teachings, focusing on the striking contrast between Bilam's fervent journey to curse the Jew…
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The Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump & the Hand of God
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Given 7/17/2024 by Rabbi Mendel Kessin Weekly Hashkafa Shiur #160 torahthinking.orgBy Rabbi Mendel Kessin
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The Spider and the Fly 1: Late Night Ramblings on Sippurei Maasiyot
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Zohar on the Parsha: Balak- The Secret Joy in the Impossible Unity of Above and Below
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Adir BaMarom (Ramchal) 14: What is the Zohar? The Secret of Redemption within Exile Itself
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Parshas Chukas: "This is the most potent antidote against our inclination. It is so easy, and its impact is so significant." -Ramchal
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What if you could transform your spiritual life with just 60 seconds of contemplation a week? Discover how the teachings of the Ramchal provide the "Golden Key" to self-control and overcoming the Yetzirah, and learn how to ignite the dormant knowledge of God within you. Through reflection, we uncover the profound lessons from Parsha Chukas, recount…
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Rabbi Akiva Eger II - Rulings, Plague & Portrait
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To appreciate Rabbi Akiva Eger we need to understand his era; The cholera epidemic he lived through, the personalities of his generation as well as his rulings and how they were set out. Who was he really and what did he look like? Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Rabbi Akiva Eger 13:46 Rabbi Akiva Eger's Role During the Cholera Epidemic 27:09 Confli…
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The Inner World of Redemption 6: Immediately Now
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Zohar on Parsha: Chukas - Four Ways of Grasping That Which Has Not Yet Been
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Adir BaMarom (Ramchal) 13: Knowing Nothing and Revealing Concealment
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Clarification of the Jewish Understanding of Christianity
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The Presidential Debate and the Hand of God
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Parshas Korach: Jealousy, Rebellion, and the Power of Character
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Can jealousy lead even the most righteous of individuals to ruin? Unpack the tragic story of Korach with us as we explore how envy over his cousin Elitzaphan's appointment drove a respected Talmud Chacham to rebellion against Moshe, resulting in catastrophic consequences. Dive deep into Korach's virtues and pivotal roles, such as his participation …
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The Inner World of Redemption 5: Pretending, Just for Right Now
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gilui yichudo Why is the christian idea of G-d (R’L) forsaking Jews part of the 5 heresies that gilui yichudo addresses? Last week we addressed it from the angle of how Hashem isn’t bound by the actions of man. Taking this a step further: The Jewish people received the Torah and have the most constant choice to live with Hashem’s Will or choose the…
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Hashem acting and illuminating to His creations – Those actions are His, though they are geared towards our reception. His attributes don’t define His essence – for He is beyond comprehension. His actions are a chosen expression to relate to His creations. Reality in its present form is a muted form of the Perfection and G-dliness that He intends t…
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Zohar on the Parsha: Korach - The Unity of Chochma and Binah in Revealing the Ascendency of Chochma
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Adir BaMarom (Ramchal) 12: Removing the Concealment that Covers Revelation
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Parshas Shlach: Our Jewish Obligation in 2024
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What happens when your understanding of Jewish law diverges from the Rambam's interpretation? Join us as we recount a gripping study session where my chavrusa and I faced just that dilemma while exploring the validity of a Sukkah during Sukkot. Our journey through the Gemara and the words of Reb Chaim Soloveitchik left us feeling more perplexed tha…
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Was Spinoza’s G-d (so to speak) compatible with Torah? There’s a notion that the people of the book took their studios nature and became doctors. Meaning, the tikkun olam we bring to the world is nothing else than being the most productive and contributing members of an inclusive society that is all embracing to all. As we study tonight, let’s see …
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G-d is everywhere you look for Him. The work lies in working past the various curtains that conceal His presence. If G-d were to reveal his infinite Kindness or wisdom we would be overwhelmed. But we finite beings CAN appreciate who and what is not the true G-d, Creator of Heaven and Earth. In doing away with the false gods and ideologies, we disco…
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Entering the Sea of Wisdom 93: What to do When Feeling Nothing
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