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Tehillim VII: King David's Song |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David
continues his explanation of Hallel, with an overview of perakim 116
and 117. In these perakim, both Jews and non-Jews are exhorted to
praise Hashem, each for different reasons. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Holidays, Prayer, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VII: King David's Song Class Number: 9 of 9
Time: 51:49
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| Gratitude and Subservience |
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Tehillim VII: King David's Song |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David continues his exposition of Hallel, with an in-depth explanation of the
second half of Psalm 116. David Hamelech undergoes a transformation in
this perek, from one with gratitude for Hashem's kindness, to a
completely devoted servant who never stops thinking of his Master. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Connecting to our Creator, Holidays, Prayer, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VII: King David's Song Class Number: 8 of 9
Time: 55:49
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| Hallel, Part 7: Pain and Prayer |
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Tehillim VII: King David's Song |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David
begins an exposition of perek 116. The Psalm can be divided into two
parts, one focusing on a person's troubles and challenges, while the
second focuses on prayers for salvation. Any time of pain or struggle
should be a cause of increased prayer and dependence on Hashem. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Holidays, Prayer, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VII: King David's Song Class Number: 7 of 9
Time: 58:55
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| Hallel, Part 6: Faithful Prayer |
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Tehillim VII: King David's Song |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David continues to explain the profound messages in the chapters which make
up the Hallel prayers. Rabbi David shows how trust in Hashem leads to
prayer, and ultimately, to praise and thanksgiving. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Holidays, Prayer, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VII: King David's Song Class Number: 6 of 9
Time: 45:30
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| Perek 115, Part 2: Recognizing Hashem's Blessings |
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Tehillim VII: King David's Song |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this shiur (Torah class) on Tehillim Perek 115, Rabbi Avishai David continues to explain the mizmor. The Psalm begins on with a troubled
tone, teaching that even in the midst of distress, there is a place for
praise and prayer to Hashem. The theme of Hashem's blessing is found
throughout this chapter of Hallel, teaching that the world is available
for our enjoyment, as long as we recognize Hashem as the ultimate Ruler
of heaven and earth. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Connecting to our Creator, Holidays, Prayer, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VII: King David's Song Class Number: 5 of 9
Time: 45:14
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| Perek 36: The Burnt Scroll |
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Yirmiyahu IV |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David explains the details and nuances of perek 36. In this perek, Yirmiyahu writes a scroll describing the future destruction of the kingdom of Yehuda. Instead of responding with teshuva, the king Yehoyakim burns the scroll, and the result is disastrous for his future. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu, Teshuva
Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 16 of 15
Time: 59:52
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| Hallel, Part 4: Kiddush Hashem |
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Tehillim VII: King David's Song |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David continues his exploration of Hallel. This class analyzes Psalm 115, which asks Hashem to reveal His greatness, and remove the chillul Hashem that exists in the world because He hides Himself. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Holidays, Prayer, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VII: King David's Song Class Number: 4 of 9
Time: 51:58
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| Appreciating Miracles: Maoz Tzur, Part 2 |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Chanuka, Rabbi Avishai David continues
his explication of Maoz Tzur, the hymn sung after candle lighting on
Chanuka. Part of the obligation to publicize the miracles of Chanuka
(pirsumei nisa) is to verbally praise Hashem for them. Maoz Tzur
incorporates praise for the miracle of the oil, as well as for the
victory on battle, and also discusses the hardships and salvation
experienced by the Jewish nation throughout history. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Chanukah, History, Holidays
Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)
Time: 55:00
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| Hallel, Part 3: Perek 114 |
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Tehillim VII: King David's Song |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this shiur (Torah class) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David continues to explore the perakim of Hallel. Perek 114 is the
triumphant chapter which describes the joy of the redemption from
Egypt, B'tzeit Yisrael Mimitzrayim. Rabbi David explains both the
structure and the messages of this beautiful Psalm. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Holidays, Prayer, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VII: King David's Song Class Number: 3 of 9
Time: 54:10
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| Perek 35: The Children of Yonadav |
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Yirmiyahu IV |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David
teaches perek 35, which tells of the righteous Yonadav, his family, and
their reward. Yonadav is a symbol of simplicity and satisfaction with
limited material acquisitions, and his family is held up as an example
of steadfast loyalty to their father. In contrast, the Jewish Nation
has neglected to listen to Hashem's commandments. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu
Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 15 of 15
Time: 57:47
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| Maoz Tzur, Part 1 |
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Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Chanukah, Rabbi Avishai David explicates the beautiful poem sung by Jewish families throughout the
world after candle lighting, known as Maoz Tzur. Rabbi David discusses
the historical background of the liturgical poem, how it became
customary to recite it during Chanukah, its roots in Tanach, as well
as its structure and its themes of galut (exile) and geula (redemption). This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Chanukah, Exile, Holidays, Prayer
Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)
Time: 59:01
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| Hallel: Connecting to G-d with Praise |
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Tehillim VII: King David's Song |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Tehillim, perek 113, Rabbi Avishai David continues to describe the uniqueness of the Hallel prayer, which
parallels the components of praise, request, and thanks found in the
Shemoneh Esrai. In this perek, we see both Hashem's transcendence and
His immanence, as tzaddikim can reach tremendous levels of connection
with Him. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Connecting to our Creator, Holidays, Prayer, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VII: King David's Song Class Number: 2 of 9
Time: 57:22
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| Perek 34: The Failed Release of Jewish Servants |
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Yirmiyahu IV |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David
teaches perek 34, which begins with the prophesy of the destruction of
Jerusalem and the capture of King Tzidkiyahu. Yirmiyahu commands the
Jewish people to free their servants, yet many people free their
slaves, only to recapture them and force them back into servitude.
This sin elicits a strong prophesy of destruction and suffering to the
Jewish people. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu
Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 14 of 15
Time: 59:37
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| Perek 113: Hallel Part I |
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Tehillim VII: King David's Song |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this shiur (Torah class) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David begins
teaching the chapters which make up the prayer of Hallel. In this
class, Rabbi David introduces various halachic aspects of Hallel, as
well as discussing the content and emotions that accompany this song of
thanksgiving. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Holidays, Prayer, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VII: King David's Song Class Number: 1 of 9
Time: 51:38
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| Perek 33: Creation for Our Benefit |
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Yirmiyahu IV |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David teaches perek 33. This perek contains within it elements of both
destruction and rebuilding, and emphasizes the everlasting covenant
that Hashem keeps with the Davidic dynasty and with the Kohanim and Leviim, which
will ultimately herald the era of Mashiach. The many words used to
describe Creation in this perek convey the message that the world was
created for our sake, yet everything depends on our observance of Torah
and Mitzvot. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Connecting to our Creator, Jewish Destiny, Meaning in Mitzvot, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu
Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 13 of 15
Time: 55:24
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| Individual and General Hashgacha |
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Yirmiyahu IV |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu Perek 32, Rabbi Avishai David continues to explore the philosophical meaning of Hashgachat Hashem, as it is described in passuk 19 of this perek. The class includes the writings of the Rambam in Moreh Nevuchim, the Ramchal, and the Sefer Hachinuch, in explaining Divine Supervision of the world. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Faith & Emunah, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu
Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 12 of 15
Time: 62:09
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| Understanding Hashgachat Hashem |
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Yirmiyahu IV |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Perek 32, Rabbi Avishai David explains passuk 19 in depth. This verse talks about G-d's constant supervision of mankind, and His Divine Intervention in the world as a reaction to our deeds. Rabbi David uses passuk 19 as a basis for an exploration of the topic of Hashgacha, Divine Providence. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu
Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 11 of 15
Time: 50:31
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| Selichot: Keys to Forgiveness, Part II |
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Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on the Selichot prayers, Rabbi Avishai David explicates the Selichot, specifically the themes of repentance and forgiveness. One of the main themes of the Selichos is that our neshama is incorruptable, and we must use this opportunity to return the part of ourselves that remains pure despite our sins. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Elul, Rosh Chodesh, Teshuva, Yom Kippur
Class: Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe Class Number: 16 of 17
Time: 51:05
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Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on the Selichot prayers recited before Rosh Hashana and during the Yamim Noraim, Rabbi Avishai David presents an overview of Selichot. Rabbi David discusses the content of the Selichot, their themes, and their purpose. He also discusses why Selichot are recited at night and not during the day. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Elul, Rosh HaShana, Teshuva
Class: Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe Class Number: 14 of 17
Time: 52:18
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| The Lessons of Jewish History |
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Kinnot: Poems for Jerusalem |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on selected Kinnos recited on Tisha B'Av, Rabbi Avishai David explains kinna number nine, "Eicha Tifarti", in detail. The kinna describes the tragedies of Jewish history, and the terrible consequences of distorting its causes. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Exile, Fast Days, History, Month of Av, Mourning, Tisha B'av
Class: Kinnot: Poems for Jerusalem Class Number: 4 of 4
Time: 54:34
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| Bemoaning G-d's Anger |
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Kinnot: Poems for Jerusalem |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) explaining the Kinnot (mourning poems) recited on Tisha B'Av, Rabbi Avishai David explicates the themes and structure of the kinna "Eicha Atzta B'Apecha". In this class, we examine the reaction of the Jewish people to the destruction of the exile. Although the kinna is a mournful one, it also expresses the hope that we will merit redemption through the bris avos (the covenant made between Hashem and our forefathers). This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Exile, Fast Days, Month of Av, Mourning, Tisha B'av
Class: Kinnot: Poems for Jerusalem Class Number: 3 of 4
Time: 54:13
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| Spiritual Destruction |
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Kinnot: Poems for Jerusalem |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur on the Kinnot recited on Tisha B'av, Rabbi Avishai David analyzes the themes of the first kinna. This Kinna describes the sudden shock of the Churban, as well as the mourning of both Hashem and the Jewish People at the unbelievable loss of the Beit Hamikdash. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Exile, Month of Av, Mourning, Tisha B'av
Class: Kinnot: Poems for Jerusalem Class Number: 2 of 4
Time: 52:48
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| Eicha: Yirmiyahu's Kinna |
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Kinnot: Poems for Jerusalem |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) introducing the Kinnot of Tisha B'av, Rabbi Avishai David presents an overview of the dual nature of Tisha B'av as a day of mourning and a public fast day. Rabbi David then reviews Megillat Eicha, and shows how it parallels many of the themes of the Kinnot. The class also presents the loss of the Beit Hamikdash as well as the overwhelming human tragedy of the Churban as the primary themes of both Megillat Eicha and the Kinnot. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Exile, Fast Days, Megillot, Mourning, Tisha B'av
Class: Kinnot: Poems for Jerusalem Class Number: 1 of 4
Time: 53:29
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| Perek 32, Part III: Redemption of Chanamel's Field |
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Yirmiyahu IV |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this shiur (Torah class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David completes his analysis of chapter 32. Rabbi David delves into the Torah law of redeeming one's relatives inherited field, and ties in this episode with the parts of Megillat Rut and Parshat Behar that deal with this topic. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Megillot, Megillat Ruth, Parsha, Parshat Behar, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu
Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 10 of 15
Time: 52:01
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| Perek 135, Part 2: Jewish Destiny as a Path to G-d |
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Tehillim VI |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David explains the lessons of psalm 135. There are two ways to reach true emunah, belief in G-d, through Nature and through recognition of Hashem's intervention in Jewish history. The latter way is the ideal approach, as it reflects our understanding of Hashem's absolute control of the world. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Faith & Emunah, History, Jewish Destiny, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VI Class Number: 10 of 10
Time: 54:34
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| Perek 32: Real Prayer |
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Yirmiyahu IV |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David discusses the Gemara Yuma 69, which juxtaposes the tefillot of Yirmiyahu in this perek, and Daniel, showing the 'amitiut', truthfulness, of their prayers, as opposed to ours. Despite our failings in this area, we must attempt to feel some of the awe of Heaven and the pain of the Shechina when we daven. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Prayer, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu
Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 9 of 15
Time: 50:33
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| Psalm 135: Creator and Master |
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Tehillim VI |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah class (shiur) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David explains the various segments of perek 135. Hashem is praised as both the Creator of the world, and the One who intervenes in all world events. Through the names of Hashem in the chapter, we learn His of His interaction with us through Middat Hadin (justice). The greatness of klal Yisrael lies in our commitment to Hashem and His Torah even in times of hester panim (Hashem's hiddenness). This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Connecting to our Creator, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VI Class Number: 9 of 10
Time: 50:47
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| Perek 32: Contradictory Prophesies |
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Yirmiyahu IV |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David explicates chapter 32. This chapter contains contradictory prophesies, on the one hand predictions of the impending destruction of the kingdom of Yehuda, and on the other hand the command to Yirmiyahu to go redeem his relative's field, paying for its full value, with documents and witnesses. Yirmiyahu follows Hashem's command though it seems to contradict reality, and then asks Hashem for an explanation. Hashem explains that though there will be a terrible exile, the Jews will return to Eretz Yizrael and once again property will be bought and sold here. This class includes a vort by Rabbi Soloveitchik comparing Yirmiyahu's dilemma to that of Avraham Avinu before the Akeida, as well as an explanation of Hashem's 13 Attributes of Mercy, which appear in this perek in truncated form. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Exile, Our Forefathers, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu
Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 8 of 15
Time: 54:31
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| Perek 90, Part 3: Fear and Love |
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Tehillim VI |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Tehilim, Rabbi Avishai David continues his analysis of Psalm 90. Rabbi David notes the dialectic of fear and love in our relationship with Hashem, which is prominent in this chapter, and compares it to the themes of Unetaneh Toekf and Neila, important prayers of the High Holy Days. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Rosh HaShana, Tehillim, Yom Kippur
Class: Tehillim VI Class Number: 8 of 10
Time: 53:39
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| Perek 90: The Eternity of Hashem |
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Tehillim VI |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David explains the structure and themes of Psalm 90. This chapter, similar in theme to the prayer of U'netaneh Tokef on Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur, contrasts the eternal nature of Hashem and His Torah with the transience of Man's existence. The perek ends with a plea for Divine assistance in repentance, and a life of blessing and fulfillment. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Prayer, Rosh HaShana, Tehillim, Teshuva, Yom Kippur
Class: Tehillim VI Class Number: 7 of 10
Time: 54:28
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| Perek 31, Part 3 |
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Yirmiyahu IV |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David completes his analysis of chapter 31, with a discussion of the remarkable sacrifice of Rachel Imeinu and her subsequent reward, and the different exiles that the Jewish people experienced, according to the explanations of the Malbim, Rav Yisrael Salanter, Rav Shalom Shwadron, and Rav Chaim Soloveitchik. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu, Women in Torah & Tanach
Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 7 of 15
Time: 51:12
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| Perek 131: Pride and Humbleness |
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Tehillim VI |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David explains various aspects of Psalm 131. This perek focuses on the evolution from ga'avah (pride) to anava (humbleness), and its relevance to the life of David Hamelech. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Middot, Self-Improvement, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VI Class Number: 6 of 10
Time: 58:22
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| Perek 31: Kibbutz Galuyot |
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Yirmiyahu IV |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David explicates the prophesies of Jeremiah predicting the suffering of the Jewish people in exile, their repentance, and their ultimate return to the land of Israel. The class includes a discussion of Rabbi Soloveitchik's explanation of Yerida l'tzorech aliyah (a spiritual fall that results in ultimate spiritual transcendence), and the Netziv's essay on antisemitism and the role of the Torah in the in-gathering of exiles. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Redemption, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu, Teshuva
Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 6 of 15
Time: 52:27
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| Perek 31: Rachel's Consolation |
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Yirmiyahu IV |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David
explains the beautiful prophecies of return and rebuilding found in
chapter 31. In this chapter, Rachel Imenu pleads with Hashem to allow her children to return to the land of Israel,
in the merit of her self-sacrifice when Leah married Yaakov. Rachel is
promised that her children will return to Eretz Yisrael, and the
prophesy of a renewed covenant between Hashem and the Jewish people,
with the Jews once more re-established in the holy land follows. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Jewish Destiny, Prophecy, Redemption, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu, Women in Torah & Tanach
Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 5 of 15
Time: 54:49
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| Perakim 70 and 71, Part 2: Faith Amid Judgment |
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Tehillim VI |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David continues explicating psalms 70 and 71, which describe the judgment and concealment of G-d's Presence amidst our enemies' attacks, and King David's unwavering faith during troubled times. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Faith & Emunah, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VI Class Number: 5 of 10
Time: 50:32
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| Salvation and Thanks |
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Tehillim VI |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah class (shiur) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David analyzes
the themes of chapters 70 and 71, focusing on both the distress felt at
the beginning of the psalms, and the ultimate thanks and praise that
characterize their end. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VI Class Number: 4 of 10
Time: 49:43
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| Perek 30: Geulah |
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Yirmiyahu IV |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David
explicates perek 30 and its beautiful description of the future
redemption of the Jewish people. Through many references in this
chapter, Rabbi David shows the connection between the restoration of
the Davidic Dynasty with the arrival of Mashiach, and the rebuilding of the Beis Hamikdash. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Prophecy, Redemption, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu
Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 4 of 15
Time: 52:53
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| Perek 22, Part 3: The Gradual Break of Dawn |
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Tehillim VI |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this shiur (Torah class) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai david continues his analysis of the intriguing chapter 22, which refers to the travails of both Queen Esther and King David.
The perek is also a parable for the the difficulties of galut and the
nature of geula (redemption), and the dual reality of Hashem's
hiddenness and His guidance during difficult periods of history. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Exile, Purim, Redemption, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VI Class Number: 3 of 10
Time: 53:19
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| Perek 30: The Mikdash in its Glory and Destruction |
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Yirmiyahu IV |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this shiur (Torah class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David
analyzes chapter 30, a perek filled with references to the former
majesty of the Beit Hamikdash, the horror of its destruction, and its
future splendor. Rabbi David analyzes the structure of the perek, as
well the beautiful prophesies contained within it. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Redemption, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu
Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 3 of 15
Time: 56:53
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| Perek 22, Part 2: From Desperation to Salvation |
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Tehillim VI |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David continues
his analysis of Psalm 22, which was said by Esther before she went to
Achashverosh. This poignant prayer reflects both the helpless
desperation felt in a time of harsh decrees, as well as the
overwhelming joy and light of salvation. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Prayer, Purim, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VI Class Number: 2 of 10
Time: 50:23
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| Perek 22: From Abandonment to Revelation |
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Tehillim VI |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David analyzes
Psalm 22, which refers to the struggles of both David Hamelech and
Queen Esther. This perek is a beautiful progression from initial
feelings of abandonment and helplessness, which lead to prayer and
bitachon, to eventual revelation, salvation, and joyous thanks to
Hashem. The final praise is so intense that it begins with personal
thanks, and spreads to include all of klal Yisrael (the Jewish people),
the malachim (angels), and eventually the entire universe. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Bitachon, Prayer, Purim, Tehillim
Class: Tehillim VI Class Number: 1 of 10
Time: 52:31
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| Perek 29: The Nature of Galut |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David
vividly describes galut, exile, and its many attributes, as seen in
perek 29 and as is explained by the Meshech Chochma, Rav Meir Hacohen MiDvinsk, throughout his commentary on the Torah. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Exile, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu
Class Number: 2 of 0
Time: 53:50
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| Sefirat Haomer |
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Jewish Calendar I (Elul and Rosh Hashana) |
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| Perek 29: Galut: Resposibilities and Reactions |
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Yirmiyahu IV |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David analyzes some of the ramifications of going into exile, such as the
obligation to pray for the welfare of one's host country, and the
expected reaction to galut - repentance and prayer. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Exile, Prayer, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu, Teshuva
Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 1 of 15
Time: 58:05
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| Hallel on the Seder Night, Part 1 |
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Jewish Calendar III (Pesach-Shavuot) |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In part one of this two-part shiur on the mitzvah of Hallel, Rabbi
Avishai David examines the concept of Hallel in general, and the
concept of Hallel on the Seder night. Rabbi David explains that there
are two types of Hallel, and explains how they are different. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Holidays, Pesach, Prayer
Class: Jewish Calendar III (Pesach-Shavuot)
Time: 50:51
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| Hallel on the Seder Night, Part 2 |
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Jewish Calendar III (Pesach-Shavuot) |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In part two of this two-part shiur on the mitzvah of Hallel, Rabbi
Avishai David examines the concept of Hallel in general, and the
concept of Hallel on the Seder night. Rabbi David explains that there are two types of Hallel, and explains how they are different. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Holidays, Pesach
Class: Jewish Calendar III (Pesach-Shavuot)
Time: 51:32
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| The Mitzvah of Eating Matza |
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Jewish Calendar III (Pesach-Shavuot) |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Avishai David surveys the halachic opinions of the Ibn Ezra, Rambam, the Vilna Gaon,
the Chizkuni, and others, in regards to the Mitzvah of Eating Matza on
the night of the Seder and for the rest of the holiday of Pesach. This
class thoroughly covers the topic of eating Matzah from a halachic and
hashkafic perspective. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats.
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Topics: Holidays, Pesach
Class: Jewish Calendar III (Pesach-Shavuot)
Time: 57:58
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| Perek 27 and 28: Struggle for Truth |
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Yirmiyahu III |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David analyzes the dispute between Yirmiyahu and the the false prophet
Channania ben Azor regarding the fate of the keilim (the holy vessels)
of the Beit Hamikdash. This dispute is really an argument over the
future of the Beit Hamikdash (Temple) and the presence of the Shechina
among the Jewish people. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu
Class: Yirmiyahu III Class Number: 17 of 17
Time: 56:02
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| Perek 23, Part 4: Torah Study: The Ultimate Goal |
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Tehillim V |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David continues
his study of perek 23, the famous Mizmor L'David sung every Shabbos.
In this class, Rabbi David discusses why specifically this Psalm is
sung at meals, the Psalm's emphasis on Torah study
as the focus and ideal of every Jew, and the combination of din
(judgment) and rachamim (mercy) in Hashem's relationship to us. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Tehillim
Class: Tehillim V Class Number: 16 of 16
Time: 53:36
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| Perek 28: The False Prophesy of Channania ben Azor |
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Yirmiyahu III |
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Rabbi Avishai David |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David discusses Yirmiyahu's nemesis Channania ben Azor, who he was and how he
became a false prophet. Included in the class are the Rambam's
differentiation between a positive nevuah (prophesy) and a negative one. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu
Class: Yirmiyahu III Class Number: 16 of 17
Time: 53:57
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