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Hashem's Ways are Straight	show hide	Shabbat Shuva: The Eternal Message	4	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this final class on the Haftora of Shabbat Shuva, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the centrality of Eretz Yisrael and the meaning of the verse 'Hashem's ways are straight'.  The lesson for us is to take every circumstance in life and utilize it to better serve Hashem.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Elul, Rosh HaShana, Teshuva, Yom Kippur Class: Shabbat Shuva: The Eternal Message Class Number: 4 of 4 Time: 57:27 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Images of Hashem's Love for His People	show hide	Shabbat Shuva: The Eternal Message	3	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this Torah shiur (class) on the Haforah of Shabbat Shuva, Mrs. Shira Smiles explains the beautiful imagery in the perek, as illustrations of G-d's eternal love for His people, Am Yisrael.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Elul, Rosh HaShana, Tanach, Teshuva Class: Shabbat Shuva: The Eternal Message Class Number: 3 of 4 Time: 47:55 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Torah and Tefilla: Components of Teshuva	show hide	Shabbat Shuva: The Eternal Message	2	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this Torah shiur (class) on the essence of teshuva, based on the Haftara of Shabbat Shuva, Mrs. Shira Smiles demonstrates the important role of tefilla (prayer) and Torah study in enabling a person to repent completely.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Elul, Rosh HaShana, Tanach, Teshuva Class: Shabbat Shuva: The Eternal Message Class Number: 2 of 4 Time: 52:14 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Rosh Hashana: Our Turn	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	15	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this shiur (Torah class) on Rosh Hashana, Mrs. Shira Smiles raises some questions and answers to remind us of the basic ideas of the holiday.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Elul, Rosh HaShana, Teshuva Class: Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe Class Number: 15 of 19 Time: 61:10 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Elul: Recognizing the Relationship	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	13	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this shiur (Torah class), which focuses on the month of Elul, Mrs.Shira Smiles explores the mood of the month, and examines the seeming 'trickery' of being on our best behavior during the month of Elul, when the judgment is approaching. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Elul, Rosh HaShana, Teshuva Class: Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe Class Number: 13 of 19 Time: 58:03 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
The Intrinsic Purity of Every Jew	show hide	Shabbat Shuva: The Eternal Message	1	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this Torah shiur (class) on the Haftarah of Shabbat Shuva, Mrs. Shira Smiles begins the reading from Hoshea chapter 14.  In this class, we learn that teshuva/repentance is a dynamic process with Hashem, and that every Jew's soul is intrinsically pure, which means that even sin does not become part of its essence.  When embarking on the teshuva process, one should have an image of who they want to be, so that they have a goal to aspire to.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Elul, Inspiration, Rosh HaShana, Self-Improvement, Tanach, Teshuva Class: Shabbat Shuva: The Eternal Message Class Number: 1 of 4 Time: 52:17 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Five Steps to Greatness	show hide	Jewish Calendar I (Elul and Rosh Hashana)	1	Mrs. Shira Smiles
Shira Smiles discusses how one can take advantage of every opportunity to maximize change and growth in our spiritual lives. Available online in streaming video, and for download in ipod video and mp3 formats. Topics: Connecting to our Creator, Elul Class: Jewish Calendar I (Elul and Rosh Hashana) Class Number: 1 of 17 Time: 53:31
Joy of Remembrance	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	7	Mrs. Shira Smiles
Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses Zichronot, the verses in the Rosh Hashana davening which focus on our remembrance rising up before Hashem.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Elul, Prayer, Rosh HaShana, Teshuva Class: Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe Class Number: 7 of 19 Time: 74:28 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Multi-Dimensional Teshuva	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	4	Mrs. Shira Smiles
Mrs. Shira Smiles explains the concept of Teshuva, Tefillah, and Tzedaka, and their ability to annul the evil decree.  This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Elul, Prayer, Teshuva Class: Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe Class Number: 4 of 19 Time: 58:37 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Elul: Roses of Love	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	3	Mrs. Shira Smiles
Mrs. Shira Smiles examines three different acronyms used to describe the month of Elul.  In this class, Mrs. Smiles focuses on the verse, "Ani Ledodi V'dodi Li." This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Elul, Rosh HaShana Class: Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe Class Number: 3 of 19 Time: 57:11 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Elul: Island of Refuge	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	2	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this shiur (Torah class), Mrs. Shira Smiles examines three different acronyms used to describe the month of Elul. In this class, Mrs. Smiles focuses on the verse, "Ina Le'yado, V'Samti Lecha". Mrs. Smiles explains how Elul is the place we run to when we realize how inadequate our service of Hashem has become. Through ELul, Hahem fills the vacuum created by our failings, and helps us to rise to our true potential. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Elul, Rosh HaShana Class: Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe Class Number: 2 of 19 Time: 60:55 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Elul: Month of Relationships	show hide	Jewish Calendar I (Elul and Rosh Hashana)	2	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this class, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses that during the month of Elul, the month of building our relationship with G-d, we must focus on negating our will before G-d`s Will, and strengthening the deep bond that connects us to Him. This Torah class is available online in streaming video, mp3 and ipod video download formats. Topics: Connecting to our Creator, Elul, Teshuva Class: Jewish Calendar I (Elul and Rosh Hashana) Class Number: 2 of 17 Time: 00 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)