Best Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer Podcasts (2024)

Balak is a wonderful story - that includes a talking animal, it raises massive theological questions, and is the only parsha that offers us a perspective on how the rest of the world perceived the Israelites.By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Chukat 5781 12:27

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An introduction to mortality and the Torah's response to living a meaningful, finite lifeBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Korach 5781 13:05

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A dramatic and challenging Parsha that raises massive questions about Jewish leadership and successionBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Shelach 5781 11:45

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Scouting the land, despairing over the future and plotting a way fwd...By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Beha’alotcha 5781 10:51

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“...a jam-packed parisha marking a major point of transition in the development of the Jewish people...”By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Nasso 5781 10:28

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The gifts of the Princes of Israel dominates this Parsha but the other features should not be overlooked including the Mitzvah of Nazir and others.By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Bamidbar 5781 11:18

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The beginning of the fourth book - filled with numbersBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Behar & Bechukotai 5781 12:39

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The end of Vayikra offers us insight into some of the foundations of Jewish society including the Shmitta/Yovel cycle and the perils of not following the MitzvotBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Emor 5781 12:41

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Priests sanctity, the festivals and blasphemers - all covered in this week's parshaBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Acharei Mot - Kedoshim 5781 11:08

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Jam packed with laws and some of the most famous verses in the whole Torah. Well worth a listen.By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Tazria/Metzroah 5781 10:48

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What to do when: A woman has a child A person has tzaraat A peice of clothing or home has tzaraat & more!By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Shemini 5781 12:14

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Aharon brings sacrifices as the High Priest, loses his two sons and we are taught the laws of KashrutBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Tzav 5781 12:02

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More sacrifices and the priests are inductedBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Vayikra 5781 13:18

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We start a new book filled with details of the sacrifical service to learn how we should come closer to GodBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Vayakhel/Pekudei 5781 14:54

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The Mishkan gets builtBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Ki Tissa 5781 14:21

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The half sheqel is collected - the Kiyyor is built - and the people worship an idol... no shortage of drama in this week's Torah portionBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Tetzaveh 5781 12:45

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An intro to consecrating the Priests of IsraelBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Terumah 5781 11:51

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Instructions are given to Moshe for the creation of sanctifified spaceBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Mishpatim 5781 15:45

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The Torah sets up a structure for civil society and raises for us big questions about the values that define our society.By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Yitro 5781 16:09

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Moshe's Father in law changes the structure of Jewish society - and the most significant event in the history of humanity change the mission of the world, and more!By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Beshalach 5781 14:03

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A sea splits and a people struggle with their first moment free of their oppressive historyBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Bo 5781 12:42

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The last three plagues - a promise 400+ years in the making - the Israelites finally go free..By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Vaeira 5781 11:17

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Lions, tigers and bears oh my! A Torah portion filled with drama, and Moshe's growth into his new leadership positionBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Shemot 5781 12:43

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We meet Moshe, Moshe meets God, and begins his fight for Jewish freedomBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Vayechi 5781 14:08

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Both Yaakov & Yosef's lives come a conclusion - Vayechi captures their last messages, and breaths - leaving us to reflect on their insight into the destiny of the Jewish peopleBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Vayigash 5781 14:55

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Yosef reveals his true identity, his dreams come true, and we learn of a major turning point in Jewish historyBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Miketz 5781 14:07

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Yosef becomes the leader of the civilized world, and tries to bring his younger, beloved brother to his side.By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Vayeshev 14:03

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Yosef transforms from a young, disruptive kid, into a like-able, and trustworthy employee while experiencing a few significant hiccups a long the wayBy Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Vayishlach 5781 13:45

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Yaakov becomes Yisrael. This parsha is all about Yaakov's transformation from a timid, and passive character, to one of the Forefathers, who shapes history.By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Vayetze 5781 13:41

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Yaakov flees for his life, builds his family and business, and begins to experience considerable success - all while he is dreaming of angels...By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Toldot 5781 13:36

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Yitzchak & Rivka find their voices, try to find a space to live, and look to find their future.By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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An introduction to Rabbeinu Nissim of Gerona 7:02

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Rabbeinu Nissim was born in modern day Spain, and makes a huge impact not only on Barcelona Jewry but on world Jewry of the time. Before we learn his teachings, we examine his background, training, and lifestory.By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Parsha on a Pod: A review of Chayei Sara 5781 13:34

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Sarah passes and Avraham negotiates for a gravesight. Eleizer seeks out a wife for Yitzchok (66 verse narrative!) and returns succesfully. Avrham remarries, dies as does Yishmael.By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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Vayera 5781: Summary and insights 12:26

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Avraham & Sarah host special guests that bring good tidings, their tidings are not so good for Sedom. Lot is saved. Avraham makes peace with Avimelech, and finds himself in a bind.By Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer

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