Best Ramchal Podcasts (2024)

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) 51:24

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Zohar of Parsha: Veschanan- The Lover, the Beloved, and the Endless Light of Love 43:36

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Tisha B'Av: Tragedy or Consolation 1:48:08

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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 56:30

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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 1:01:10

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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 1:00:19

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Parshas Devarim: DON'T BE A SORE WINNER 31:56

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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 58:24

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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 25:26

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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 41:14

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Adir BaMarom (Ramchal) 17: Moshe Rescuing the Soul of Rashbi so that We Can Experience Redemption 54:54

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The Divine Punishment of America & its Salvation at the End of Time 1:13:44

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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 26:48

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Zohar on the Parsha: Matos-Masai- Endless Satisfaction within Endless Desire 51:06

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Adir BaMarom (Ramchal) 16: Emergency Relief (Binah) When None is Available (Malchus) 33:12

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Holocaust Identities II – Secret Soldiers Part 2 50:57

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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 30:33

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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 32:58

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Holocaust Identities I - Secret Soldiers Part 1 54:11

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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 39:21

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Adir BaMarom (Ramchal) 15: Carving a Space of Safety Within the Chaos Itself 40:57

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Parshas Balak: IT'S JUST BUSINESS 23:47

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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 1:12:39

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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 37:51

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Zohar on the Parsha: Balak- The Secret Joy in the Impossible Unity of Above and Below 39:10

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Adir BaMarom (Ramchal) 14: What is the Zohar? The Secret of Redemption within Exile Itself 1:02:37

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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 29:44

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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 39:53

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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 33:30

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Zohar on Parsha: Chukas - Four Ways of Grasping That Which Has Not Yet Been 51:08

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Adir BaMarom (Ramchal) 13: Knowing Nothing and Revealing Concealment 1:10:41

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Clarification of the Jewish Understanding of Christianity 8:25

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Given 7/4/2024 by Rabbi Mendel Kessin torahthinking.orgBy Rabbi Mendel Kessin

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The Presidential Debate and the Hand of God 1:02:59

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Given 7/4/2024 by Rabbi Mendel Kessin Weekly Hashkafa Shiur 159 torahthinking.orgBy Rabbi Mendel Kessin

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Parshas Korach: Jealousy, Rebellion, and the Power of Character 31:45

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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 39:22

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Knowing God's Plan # 5 20:42

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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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Knowing God's Plan # 6 39:12

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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 50:37

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Adir BaMarom (Ramchal) 12: Removing the Concealment that Covers Revelation 44:45

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Parshas Shlach: Our Jewish Obligation in 2024 27:09

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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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Knowing God's Plan # 4 36:50

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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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Knowing God's Plan # 3 37:00

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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…