In this Torah shiur (class) on Parshat Vayera, Mrs. Chana Prero compares Avraham, Sara, and Ishmael's tzchok (laughter), to determine which laughter is appropriate in different
situations. She also discusses Hagar's behavior when she is sent out of
Avraham's home.
In Parshat Vayera, Avraham exemplifies the model of Hachnasat Orchim, hospitality. Mrs. Shira Smiles examines what was unique about these acts of hachnasat orchim, and why, in their merit, Avraham was blessed with a son. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats.
In this shiur on this week's parsha, Parshat Vayeira, Mrs. Shira Smiles explores the episode of the angels' promise to Avraham and Sarah that they will be blessed with a son. Shira Smiles clarifies this difficult-to-understand episode with both the classical understanding and with the novel approach of the Belzer Rebbe. This class is available online in streaming video, and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats.
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.
In this Torah shiur (class), Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses Parshat Va-eira. The story of the Jews' enslavement in Egypt can be seen through the lense of developing proper middot (character traits), especially that of hakarak hatov (gratitude). This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats.
