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Parshat Vayeishev: Acquiring Serenity	show hide	Parsha Topics 5769	8	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this shiur (Torah class) on Parsha Vayeishev, Mrs. Shira Smiles focuses on one pasuk, to uncover some of the most fundamental aspects of the way Hashem interacts with us.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Available in: streaming video, ipod video, video podcast, mp3 audio & audio podcast Topics: Middot, Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Vayeishev Class: Parsha Topics 5769 Class Number: 8 Time: 64:01 Free Preview (Login for Full Access) RSS / iPod / Podcast:
Parshat Vayishlach: Preparation for Battle	show hide	Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries	8	Mrs. Chana Prero
In this Torah shiur (class) on the weekly parsha (Torah portion), Mrs. Chana Prero discusses the beginning of Parshat Vayishlach.  Mrs. Prero analyzes Yaakov's preparation for meeting Eisav. Each of Yaakov Avinu's actions set a precedent for later events in  Jewish history. In the course of the class, Mrs. Prero also expound on the concept of Maaseh Avot Siman Labanim.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Available in: streaming video, ipod video, video podcast, mp3 audio & audio podcast Topics: Jewish Destiny, Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Vayishlach Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries Class Number: 8 Time: 60:18 Free Preview (Login for Full Access) RSS / iPod / Podcast:
Parshat Vayishlach: Struggle for Simcha	show hide	Parsha Topics 5769	7	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this shiur (Torah class) on Parshat Vayishlach, Mrs. Shira Smiles concentrates on the struggle between Yaakov and the angel, and explains how the struggle repersents the quintessential struggle between good and evil.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Available in: streaming video, ipod video, video podcast, mp3 audio & audio podcast Topics: Inspiration, Middot, Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Vayishlach Class: Parsha Topics 5769 Class Number: 7 Time: 58:00 Free Preview (Login for Full Access) RSS / iPod / Podcast:
Parsha Vayeitzei: Dreaming of Angels	show hide	Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries	7	Mrs. Chana Prero
In this Torah shiur (class) on Parshat Vayeitzei, Mrs. Chana Prero discusses Yaakov's dream of the angels ascending and descending a ladder to Heaven, as he travels to Charan.  This class, which does not assume any knowledge of Hebrew or familiarity with textual study, discusses why Yaakov received the vision at this juncture, and what this dream represents.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Available in: streaming video, ipod video, video podcast, mp3 audio & audio podcast Topics: Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Vayeitzei Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries Class Number: 7 Time: 62:16 Free Preview (Login for Full Access) RSS / iPod / Podcast:
Antidote for Jealousy	show hide	Chumash in Depth: The Sale of Yosef	3	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this Torah shiur (class) on the Sale of Yosef, Mrs. Shira Smiles explores the motivations for Jealousy and the antidote for it.  The roots and solutions to kinah (jealousy), can be learned from the behaviour of the brothers of Yosef, described in Parshat Vayeishev. Available in: streaming video, ipod video, video podcast, mp3 audio & audio podcast Topics: Chumash, Middot, Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Vayeishev Class: Chumash in Depth: The Sale of Yosef Class Number: 3 Time: 52:44 Free Preview (Login for Full Access) RSS / iPod / Podcast:
Parshat Vayeitzei: Well, Well, Well	show hide	Parsha Topics 5769	6	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this shiur (Torah class) on Parshat Veyeitzei, Mrs. Shira Smiles explains the significance of Yaakov's interaction with the shepherds at the well.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Available in: streaming video, ipod video, video podcast, mp3 audio & audio podcast Topics: Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Vayeitzei Class: Parsha Topics 5769 Class Number: 6 Time: 62:07 Free Preview (Login for Full Access) RSS / iPod / Podcast:
Parsha Toldot: Potent Prayer	show hide	Parsha Topics 5769	5	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this shiur (Torah class) on Parshat Toldot, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the concept of prayer.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Available in: streaming video, ipod video, video podcast, mp3 audio & audio podcast Topics: Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Toldot, Prayer Class: Parsha Topics 5769 Class Number: 5 Time: 64:01 Free Preview (Login for Full Access) RSS / iPod / Podcast:
Characteristics of Yosef Hatzadik	show hide	Chumash in Depth: The Sale of Yosef	2	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this Torah shiur (class) on the Sale of Yosef, Mrs. Shira Smiles describes the unbelievable gifts and characteristics of Yosef Hatzadik (the Righteous).  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Available in: streaming video, ipod video, video podcast, mp3 audio & audio podcast Topics: Chumash, Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Vayeishev Class: Chumash in Depth: The Sale of Yosef Class Number: 2 Time: 55:26 Free Preview (Login for Full Access) RSS / iPod / Podcast:
Life of Growth	show hide	Chumash in Depth: The Sale of Yosef	1	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this Torah shiur (class) exploring the Sale of Yosef, Mrs. Shira Smiles teaches both the verses and the commentaries that discuss the first passuk of Parshat Vayeishev.  The Torah requires one to constantly grow, by actively struggling and persevering in challenging situations. Even Yaakov Avinu's desire for tranquility in which to serve Hashem was not fulfilled, as Yosef and the other Tribes begin to show signs of friction.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Available in: streaming video, ipod video, video podcast, mp3 audio & audio podcast Topics: Chumash, Our Forefathers, Overcoming Adversity, Parsha, Parshat Vayeishev Class: Chumash in Depth: The Sale of Yosef Class Number: 1 Time: 50:27 Free Preview (Login for Full Access) RSS / iPod / Podcast:
Parshat Chayei Sarah: Eliezer's Mission	show hide	Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries	5	Mrs. Chana Prero
In this Torah shiur (class) on Parshat Chayei Sara, Mrs. Chana Prero elucidates Avraham Avinu's instruction to his servant Eliezer, as Eliezer embarks on a mission to find a wife for Yitzchak Avinu.   The class discusses why Yitzchak could not marry a Cananite woman, and why Eliezer chose to use a sign to help him complete his mission.  The class, which assumes no prior knowledge of the Chumash or of the Hebrew language, encourages use of the Artscroll Sapirstein Rashi Chumash. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Available in: streaming video, ipod video, video podcast, mp3 audio & audio podcast Topics: Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Chayei Sarah Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries Class Number: 5 Time: 55:40 Free Preview (Login for Full Access) RSS / iPod / Podcast:
Parshat Chayei Sarah: The Divine Path	show hide	Parsha Topics 5769	4	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this shiur on Parshat Chayei Sarah, Mrs. Shira Smiles focuses on Eliezer's search for a wife for Yitzchak, and why Hashem performed a miracle of shortening the journey for Eliezer.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Available in: streaming video, ipod video, video podcast, mp3 audio & audio podcast Topics: Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Chayei Sarah Class: Parsha Topics 5769 Class Number: 4 Time: 63:18 Free Preview (Login for Full Access) RSS / iPod / Podcast:
Parshat Vayeira: Ultimate Trust and Love	show hide	Parsha Topics 5767	1	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this week's parsha, Parshat Vayeira, Avraham Avinu is put to the ultimate test, Akeidat Yitchak. Shira Smiles explains what the Akeida means to us today. Available in: streaming video & ipod video, video podcast Topics: Chumash, Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Vayeira Class: Parsha Topics 5767 Class Number: 1 Time: 56:56 Free Preview (Login for Full Access) RSS / iPod / Podcast:
Parshat Vayishlach: Chevron - Inner Essence	show hide	Parsha Topics 5767	5	Mrs. Shira Smiles
Shira Smiles discusses the weekly parsha, Parshat Vayishlach, delving into the episode of Rachel's death and her burial in Beit Lechem instead of in Chevron. Available in: streaming video Topics: Chumash, Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Vayishlach Class: Parsha Topics 5767 Class Number: 5 Time: 49:02 Free Preview (Login for Full Access) RSS / iPod / Podcast:
Parshat Toldot: Testing the Essence	show hide	Parsha Topics 5767	3	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this Torah (shiur) class on the weekly Parsha (Torah portion) Shira Smiles discusses the narrative of the story of Yitzchak's blessings to his sons Yaakov and Esav, found in Parshat Toldot.  Yitzchak's main strength was that of Gevura (inner strength), and therefore he is tested specifically in this area. Available in: streaming video Topics: Chumash, Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Toldot Class: Parsha Topics 5767 Class Number: 3 Time: 51:18 Free Preview (Login for Full Access) RSS / iPod / Podcast: