Best Rabbi Simon Jacobson Podcasts (2025)

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2000-2025: What Have We Learned? 28:40

5d ago28:40

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We often find ourselves living in the moment, consumed by its immediate demands and emotions. But true wisdom lies in stepping back and seeing the bigger picture—connecting the dots, identifying patterns, and gaining a bird’s-eye view. This perspective not only enriches our understanding of life but also empowers us to bring greater meaning and dir…

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What's The Deal With The Deal And Calling All Newlyweds With Mushka Gopin 1:14:50

2h ago1:14:50

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Birthdays: Unlocking the True Meaning of Your Existence 4:16

1h ago4:16

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What if your birthday is more than just a date on the calendar? In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, David Cohen and Levi Goldstein explore Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s profound teachings on the power of birthdays. Discover why your birthday is a cosmic declaration that you matter and how it’s an annual renewal of your soul’s mission. Thr…

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Ep. 528: What Can We Learn From the LA Fires? 1:04:11

14h ago1:04:11

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: What can we learn from the LA fires? Should we see them as a punishment? How do our good deeds help prevent disasters? Are they a sign of better things to come? What does it mean that after a fire we become rich? Are events like this foretold in the Torah? Why are the prophets cryptic? What is the c…

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A War Update Day 461, Stickers Of Meaning, Why I Support The IDF 46:56

5d ago46:56

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What is Kabbalah Really About? 4:29

6d ago4:29

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In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life, hosts David Cohen and Levi Goldstein dive into Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s profound insights on Kabbalah. What does the word “Kabbalah” actually mean? Is it just about mystical secrets, or is there a deeper, more transformative purpose? Join us as we unpack the essence of Kabbalah, explore its relevance to mo…

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Ep. 527: Why Do We Celebrate Hei Teves? 1:04:57

8d ago1:04:57

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus Applied to Hei Teves What do we commemorate and celebrate on this day? What was the spiritual trial and victory connected to this day? Why were the stolen books considered a challenge to the Rebbe’s leadership? Why did the Rebbe take such offense to the statement by the opposition that Cha…

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A Full Dose of Light. How Do We Carry on the Flame’s Messages 21:52

12d ago21:52

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As we welcome the New Year, one of the most pressing questions -- and modern-day dilemmas -- is: how can we sustain our New Year’s resolutions? Whether it’s losing weight, launching a new project, mending a relationship, or breaking a habit, the resolutions we make often struggle to last beyond a week—sometimes even a day. This year, the New Year a…

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Balancing Love and Discipline 3:44

13d ago3:44

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How do you strike the perfect balance between love and discipline—in parenting, relationships, or even self-growth? In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, hosts David Cohen and Levi Goldstein explore timeless insights from Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s lecture on Abraham, Ishmael, and Isaac. Discover how their family dynamics offer profound …

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Ep. 526: How Do We Ensure That the Joy and Lights of Chanukah Last All Year Long? 1:02:22

14d ago1:02:22

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: What is Chanukah’s message to us today? How does it teach us to find hope and light in challenging times? What is the personal application of the Chanukah light details – time, place, number, oil? What does the oil represent? Chassidus Applied to Chanukah and Zos Chanukah Why do we eat potato latkes…

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Chanukah and Syria. Then and Now 36:39

20d ago36:39

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With the recent, bloodless fall of the oppressive Assad regime in Syria and the arrival of the holiday of Chanukah, it's impossible to overlook the striking parallels between events of millennia ago in Syria and those unfolding today. These connections offer profound lessons for our personal lives and the world at large.What did Syria symbolize in …

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The Deeper Meaning of Dreams 3:57

23d ago3:57

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What do your dreams reveal about you? In this episode of Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast, hosts David Cohen and Levi Goldstein explore Rabbi Simon Jacobson’s profound class, The Kabbalah of Dreams. Together, they discuss how dreams connect us to the superconscious—a vast reservoir of hidden wisdom beneath our everyday thoughts. Through timeless To…

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Ep. 525: What Does Chanukah Teach Us About Today’s War? 1:11:32

22d ago1:11:32

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: What energy do we draw from these days between Yud Tes Kislev and Chanukah? What do these holidays have in common? Why don’t we study Torah on nittel eve? How can refraining from Torah study have a positive impact? How can a negative turn into a positive? Why is there a custom to play chess at this …

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Ep. 524: How Did Yud Tes Kislev Impact the World, and What Is Its Message Today? 1:03:48

22d ago1:03:48

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus Applied to Yud Daled Kislev What is its significance? History and stories What did the Rebbe say about meriting the 60th anniversary? Why did the Rebbe not edit his blessing on the 60th anniversary? What personal lessons do we learn from the Rebbe and the Rebbetzin’s marriage? What did Yud…

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Welcome to Toward a Meaningful Life Podcast! 0:58

23d ago0:58

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Chasing Calm. Why Does Peace Elude Us 31:38

27d ago31:38

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At the end of one of my classes, a cardiologist approached me—a gentle soul burdened by a life of profound challenges—and asked me, Rabbi Jacobson, can you help me? Can you pray for me to find some calm, some peace in my life?” Being a cardiologist, and with a good sense of humor, I replied, Do you mean... a flatline? He chuckled and said noo, no, …

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The Jewel In The Crown And How We're Helping Our Soldiers 23:13

27d ago23:13

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Ep. 523: How Did Yud Tes Kislev Impact the World, and What Is Its Message Today? 1:03:48

30d ago1:03:48

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus Applied to Yud Daled Kislev What is its significance? History and stories What did the Rebbe say about meriting the 60th anniversary? Why did the Rebbe not edit his blessing on the 60th anniversary? What personal lessons do we learn from the Rebbe and the Rebbetzin’s marriage? What did Yud…

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Jacob and Esau. A Battle for the Future 24:42

1M ago24:42

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The recent overthrow of the Assad regime in Syria raises profound and urgent questions: Where are we headed? What lies ahead for Syria, the region, and the world? The ripple effects are undeniable—Syria, once a cornerstone of Iran's axis of power, joins a wave of global upheaval. The Middle East burns with confrontations: Israel faces its enemies, …

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They're Takin' Over My House, IDF Wins, and Writing a Holocaust Survival Story 24:54

1M ago24:54

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In Episode 217 of The Weekly Squeeze, I’m getting real about parenting chaos (spoiler: kids destroy everything), why my gardening dreams went up in flames, and the genius of Israeli inventions that changed the world. I’m also sharing updates on my grandmother’s Holocaust survival story—yes, I’m writing a book—and how I’m keeping IDF soldiers fed, c…

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The Secret to Greatness. Getting Out of Your Comfort Zone 32:00

1M ago32:00

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What is the secret to greatness? Humans, by their very essence, are driven by an insatiable yearning to grow, to rise above limitations, and to touch the transcendent. No matter what heights you've reached, the human spirit is never content to linger. It craves more—more wisdom, more accomplishment, more connection, and more impact. This unquenchab…

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Ep. 522: How Does Rosh Chodesh Kislev and this Week’s Parsha Help Us Counter Fears Triggered by Recent Events? 1:07:22

1M ago1:07:22

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: How does Rosh Chodesh Kislev empower us today? What does Chanukah teach us about dealing with darkness? Why is this month called Chodesh Ha’Geulah? How does Jacob’s journey from Be’er Sheva to Charan reflect in our lives today? What does this chapter teach us on how to counter the fears triggered by…

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Can Gratitude Resolve Anxiety 27:58

2M ago27:58

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There’s an undeniable tension in the air—a palpable anxiety sweeping across the world. You can feel it. Here in the United States and beyond, the aftermath of elections leaves some elated with a sense of victory, while for many, the unease lingers. In the Middle East, the raging wars only deepen our collective angst. And this week, the shocking, co…

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Guess Who’s Back?! 🎉 20:34

2M ago20:34

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Episode 216: Guess Who’s Back?! 🎉 That’s right, I’m baaaaack! After a much-needed breather, I’m here in the studio, broadcasting straight from the land of Israel! In this episode, I’m spilling the tea on where I’ve been and what I’ve been up to. ✨ Your Essential Links from This Episode: 🎧 Listen Chanale & Shibolet Holy Land Diaries 🛍️ Shop to Suppo…

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Ep. 521: How Should We React to the Horrific Murder of R’ Zvi Kogan hy”d? 1:01:36

2M ago1:01:36

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: How should we react to the horrific murder of R’ Zvi Kogan hy”d? What are its deeper implications? Is this a sign of a widening war against Jews? Should we be afraid? How are we to understand Iran’s extreme hostility and hatred toward Israel and Jews? If we defeated the Persians on Purim, why do we …

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The Middle East: A 4-Step Peace Plan 34:43

2M ago34:43

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With war continuing to rage across the Middle East—north and south of Israel, fueled by Iran and its proxies—one question echoes in every heart: What is the endgame? Is peace even possible? Especially when this conflict has persisted not just for decades, but for centuries, even millennia. And in the past century, the flames have only grown fiercer…

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Ep. 520: How Can These Torah Chapters Help Us Understand Today’s Wars? 1:00:28

2M ago1:00:28

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics:What do we learn from Parshas Chayei Sarah? How can these Torah chapters help us understand today’s wars and what we can do to help the situation? What is the central theme of this Torah portion? Why is the portion that talks about the death of Sarah called the life of Sarah? What is the lesson from …

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Are We Experiencing a Paradigm Shift 28:30

2M ago28:30

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The world today feels like it's shifting at breakneck speed, with profound changes sweeping through every corner of society—technology, artificial intelligence, Middle East upheavals, and, most recently, the U.S. elections and all its implications. Each day seems to bring new, unexpected twists and turns, an undercurrent of uncertainty and the unkn…

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Ep. 519: How Should We React to President-Elect Trump’s Victory? Should We Be Celebrating? 1:07:32

2M ago1:07:32

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: What do we learn from Parshas Vayeira? What is the central theme of this Torah portion? Why did G-d reveal Himself to Abraham? How can we gain Divine revelation? How could Abraham turn away from G-d to greet guests? If greeting guests is greater than greeting the Shechina, why was G-d offended by Ma…

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Lessons from Trump's Unprecedented Victory 29:19

2M ago29:19

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In what will surely be remembered as a historic political comeback, Donald Trump has just been elected as the 47th President of the United States. Over a century has passed since Grover Cleveland’s unique achievement of serving two non-consecutive terms. But this election is far more than a repetition of history; it is a seismic event. Trump has pr…

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Ep. 518: What Should Our Perspective Be on This Week's Presidential Election? 1:09:45

2M ago1:09:45

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to this time of year What is the lesson from this period following the Tishrei holiday season? What is the meaning of the custom to announce, “and Yaakov went on his way”? How can we manifest Divine infinity into our finite lives? What is the story behind the song to the words “kes…

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Post Holidays. Days of Repentance Have Just Begun 27:01

3M ago27:01

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With the world in turmoil—the Middle East at war, a deeply polarized and divisive U.S. presidential election ahead, and countless other uncertainties—you may find yourself wondering: where are we headed? How will this end? We’re emerging from the Jewish holiday season, marked by the High Holidays of Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur, the joyous Sukkot fe…

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Ep. 517: How Can Sukkos Help Us in This Time of War in Israel? 1:09:08

3M ago1:09:08

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chassidus applied to this time of year Why are these days between Yom Kippur and Sukkos so powerful? What is the lesson from these days? Why is the day after Yom Kippur called “G-d’s Name”? What is the proper way to greet people during these days? What is the significance of new year and holiday ble…

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60 Day Journey. Finding Forgiveness in Times of Betrayal 27:56

3M ago27:56

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How do you deal with betrayal, especially when it comes from those you trusted most? Betrayal is one of the hardest challenges to navigate because it shakes the very foundation of trust, security, and certainty that we build our relationships on. So how do you overcome it? How do you learn to trust again? This is a challenge that speaks deeply to o…

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Ep. 516: How Should We Honor October 7th? 1:09:35

3M ago1:09:35

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: How should we honor October 7th? What can we learn from this day's timing in the holiday season? What does Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur and Simchas Torah teach us about today’s war in Israel? Why is Israel and the Jewish people so central to human civilization? What should be the number one export from …

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Ep. 515: How Can Rosh Hashana Help Us During This Time of War in Israel? 1:09:24

4M ago1:09:24

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: How can Rosh Hashana help us during this time of war in Israel? Is it an open miracle that the Israeli army was able to dismantle the leadership of the Hezbollah terrorists in less than a week? Is the killing of the head of Hezbollah and Israel’s recent victories connected to this time of year? Is t…

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60 Day Journey. Finding Renewal in Times of Disruption 30:11

4M ago30:11

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How do we react when our lives are disrupted—when routines and predictability are suddenly upended? Generally, disruption is disorienting. We thrive on consistency, on having a defined plan. When that gets shaken, it creates uncertainty, and we often feel confused, disturbed, even demoralized. Whether it’s trauma, loss, or any unexpected event, esp…

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Ep. 514: How Should We React to the Mass Exploding Pagers and the Latest Events in Lebanon? 1:04:57

4M ago1:04:57

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics:How can Elul help us during these trying times? How do the Thirteen Divine Attributes of Compassion empower us especially when we are faced with difficult challenges and war? What do the last days of Elul teach us today? When we say the King is in the field in Elul, do we mean the Divine essence or s…

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60 Day Journey. Finding Clarity in Times of Confusion 31:43

4M ago31:43

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Clarity is one of life’s greatest blessings, the ability to know with certainty the correct path to take in life. There is no joy like dispelling the shadows of doubt. But how do we actually find clarity, especially in times of great confusion? Today, perhaps more than ever, we're being constantly bombarded by conflicting messages and contradictory…

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The Biggest Case Of Child Abuse Ever NOT Recorded And Wisdom Of The Rebbe On All Things Israel With Rabbi Simon Jacobson 59:16

4M ago59:16

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Teshuvah for Today's World | Rabbi Dov Yona Korn | The Alef in Conversation 3 30:35

4M ago30:35

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Ep. 513: What Can We Do Differently and Better This Elul to Ensure That 5785 Will Be a Great Year? 1:08:44

4M ago1:08:44

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: How can Elul help us during these trying times? What can we do differently and better this Elul to ensure that 5785 will be a great year? Can you explain in practical terms how I can connect to the king in the field? Why don’t we find Elul and its special customs mentioned in the Talmud or the Ramba…

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60 Day Journey: Finding Love in Times of Hate 33:12

4M ago33:12

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There’s so much hatred in the world today—rational or irrational. The very essence of hatred, at its core, feels irrational. We see it everywhere: between individuals, in politics, in the media, and between nations. Wars rage on with no end in sight, and it can feel overwhelming, even depressing. To be clear, there is love in the world as well. We’…

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Don't Betray Israel, Vote Trump! And Getting Down To Their Level With The Traveling Clatt 59:55

4M ago59:55

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Ep. 512: How Do We Respond to Arguments Claiming That Jews Are Racists? 1:05:45

4M ago1:05:45

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: How does Elul empower us today? How can we ensure that the 13 Divine attributes of compassion radiating this month manifest in our collective and personal lives – in helping secure the release of the hostages, in bringing us blessings in our livelihood, health, children etc.? Should we buy lottery t…

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I'm So Sick Of Talking About Antisemitism And Brian Spivak Is In Da House 58:12

4M ago58:12

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60 Day Journey. Finding Hope in Times of Fear 27:07

5M ago27:07

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Where do you turn in times of fear and uncertainty, when upheaval disrupts your regular routines? In such moments, we often get disoriented and demoralized. You might feel like a lost ship at sea, unsure how to navigate and where to turn. So, how do you find your bearings and maintain balance and equilibrium? We are living in such times now. The wi…

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Ambassador David Friedman: One Jewish State Is The Only Path To Peace! 56:14

5M ago56:14

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Ep. 511: Enlisting in the IDF How should we defend ourselves from antisemitic attacks? 1:05:41

5M ago1:05:41

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Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: What does the month of Elul teach us today? How Elul empowers us with strength in threatening times? Which names describe the month of Elul? What is the meaning of the “king is in the field”? What specific things should we be doing during this month? What unique power and energy does this month have…

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The IDF Gave Me An Award and Michal Weinstein Is In The Studio! 1:03:02

5M ago1:03:02

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