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Mussar's Path For Life	show hide	Emulating G-d: Study in Tomer Devora	2	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen discusses the Tomer Devorah's recipe for a meaningful life. Through the integration of Mussar and Hashkafa into one's daily existence, every action one does will take on meaning and purpose. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Middot, Mussar, Self-Improvement, Tomer Devorah Class: Emulating G-d: Study in Tomer Devora Class Number: 2 of 10 Time: 55:10 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
True Colors	show hide	Emulating G-d: Study in Tomer Devora	1	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen begins the classic sefer, Tomer Devorah. He begins with explaining our mission to emulate G-d and reveal our true selves. In this class, G-d's midda (attribute) of being sovel, carrying and sustaining, is analyzed. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. (more) Topics: Middot, Mussar, Self-Improvement, Tomer Devorah Class: Emulating G-d: Study in Tomer Devora Class Number: 1 of 10 Time: 47:11 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Lessons of Humility	show hide	Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	12	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
Continuing with the theme of anava, Rabbi Cohen explains the fundamental core of humility, as explained in the Mesillat Yesharim Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 12 of 15 Time: 46:59 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Understanding Humility	show hide	Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	11	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
Rabbi Cohen reaches the step of anava, humility, in the Mesillat Yesharim. In this class he explores the essence of humility and how it translates into actions. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 11 of 15 Time: 51:12 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
The Jewish People: Remnants of G-d's Inheritance	show hide	Emulating G-d: Study in Tomer Devora	3	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen continues his discussion of the Tomer Devorah by delving into the sefer's characterization of the Jewish People as 'She'arit Nachalato', the Remnants of His Inheritance. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Connecting to our Creator, Human Nature, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Emulating G-d: Study in Tomer Devora Class Number: 3 of 10 Time: 56:14 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
In All Your Ways	show hide	Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	10	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
Ascending the ladder of spiritual perfection,based on the Mesillat Yesharim, Rabbi Cohen describes the level of Chassidut. Chassidut is beyond the required, it a quest to reach higher out of love and fear of G-d, which affects all areas of life. Topics: Chassidut, Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 10 of 15 Time: 51:47 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Levels of Chassidut	show hide	Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	5	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen teaches the nineteenth Perek of Mesillat Yesharim and discusses how to perform the mitzvot and the thoughts involved in this performance. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Human Nature, Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 5 of 15 Time: 47:53 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Chassidut: A Lesson for All	show hide	Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	4	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen teaches the next step of Chassidut in Mesillat Yesharim which teaches us about going beyond what is expected and reaching greater heights than before. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 4 of 15 Time: 10:48 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Purifying Ourselves	show hide	Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	3	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen discusses the next step of Mesillat Yesharim which involves Tahara, purifying our actions and thoughts. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 3 of 15 Time: 53:06 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Prishus: Controling our Desires	show hide	Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	2	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
Rabbi Cohen continues with Perek 14 of Mesillat Yesharim, detailing various instances of prishus. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 2 of 15 Time: 253:24 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Reaching Higher Levels	show hide	Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	1	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
After discussing the steps of zhirus, zrizus and nekiyous, Rabbi Cohen reaches prishus, a fundamental step up in the service of G-d. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. Topics: Connecting to our Creator, Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose II: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 1 of 15 Time: 40:07 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Guarding Our Spirituality	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	18	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In the step of Nekiyous, Rabbi Cohen explains the extreme caution one must display in the areas of immorality. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 18 of 19 Time: 47:01 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Mussar	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	19	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In his continued discussion on the Mesillat Yesharim, Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen speaks about the importance of learning mussar. This awe inspiring Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Inspiration, Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 19 of 19 Time: 48:42 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Midot	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	17	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen elaborates on the application of 'nekius' in midot. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 17 of 19 Time: 50:19 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perfection of Speech	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	16	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In his discussion of the Mesillat Yesharim, Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen elaborates on the application of 'nekius' in speech. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 16 of 19 Time: 56:07 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Pure Hands	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	15	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In his discussion on the Mesillat Yesharim, Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen explains that Nekius means keeping a distance from any hint of dishonesty or stealing. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video format. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 15 of 19 Time: 53:41 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perfection of Thought, Speech and Action	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	14	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In this shiur, Rabbi Cohen teaches about nikiyous, the next step in Mesillat Yesharim. This involves being exceptionally careful in our daily thoughts, speech and actions. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 14 of 19 Time: 52:05 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Alacrity in our Service of G-d	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	13	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In this shiur on Mesillat Yesharim, Rabbi Cohen continues with the idea of zrizus and brings practical ways of performing our service to G-d with excitement and alacrity. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 13 of 19 Time: 96:07 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Energetic Spirituality	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	12	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In this shiur on Mesillat Yesharim, Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen delves into the concept of zrizus, and explains the energy and spirit one should have in performing the mitzvot and the service of Hashem. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 12 of 19 Time: 209:42 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Desire for Holiness	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	11	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen elaborates on the idea that we should not be content with performing mitzvot and good deeds, and instead we should strive to desire to bring holiness into this world. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 11 of 19 Time: 50:20 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
A Better Tomorrow	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	10	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In this week's class on Mesillat Yesharim, Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen extrapolates on the first step of zehirus, carefulness. He discusses the urging of the Mesillat Yesharim for us to be aware and careful of our ways in order to create a better future. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 10 of 19 Time: 38:00 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
First Steps	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	9	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In this class, Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen examines the first steps in the Mesillat Yesharim's ladder for spiritual growth. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 9 of 19 Time: 50:39 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Intimacy with G-d	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	8	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In this class, Rabbi Yitzchok Cohen discusses how the first line of Mesillat Yesharim describes our obligation in this world: to be intimately close with G-d. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in MP3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 8 of 19 Time: 46:48 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Taking It to Heart	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	7	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In this class, Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen discusses how unlike secular works, which are learned for the sake of knowledge, Mesillat Yesharim needs to be learned with the intention of internalizing it's fundamental ideas. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 7 of 19 Time: 179:38 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Mitzvot as Our Lifeline	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	6	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In this class on the Mesillat Yesharim, Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen discusses how one should perform mitzvot. This Torah class is available online in streaming video, mp3 and ipod video download formats. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 6 of 19 Time: 45:50 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
G-d's Servant	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	5	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
How do we reach the exalted level of being considered a true servant of G-d? By imitating his attribute of Modesty, as described in Chapter 24 of Mesillat Yesharim. This Torah class by Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen is available online in streaming video, mp3, and ipod video download. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 5 of 19 Time: 00 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Guide to Life	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	4	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In this class, Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen continues to show how Mesillat Yesharim maps out the steps to achieving self-perfection within a Torah framework. This class is available online in streaming video, mp3, and ipod video download formats. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 4 of 19 Time: 00 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
The First Step: Caution	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	3	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In this class, Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen shows how Mesillat Yesharim maps out the steps to achieving self-perfection, beginning with Zehirut, caution. Rabbi Cohen teaches that, to achieve this level, one must be careful and scrupulous that all of one's actions are in accordance with the Torah. This class is available online in streaming video, mp3 and ipod video download. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 3 of 19 Time: 28:51 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Bask in the Pleasure of G-dliness	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	2	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In this class on Mesillat Yesharim, Rabbi Cohen discusses that man's purpose is to take pleasure in G-d. How? Through following His Torah. This class is available online in streaming video and mp3 download format. Topics: Human Nature, Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 2 of 19 Time: 28:55 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Man - Animal or G-dly Being	show hide	Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim	1	Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen
In this class on the Mesillat Yesharim, Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen discusses the awareness of G-d and being in tune with His Will as the ultimate purpose of Man's existence. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and mp3 download format. Topics: Mesillat Yesharim, Mussar, Self-Improvement Class: Life's Purpose: Learning Mesillat Yesharim Class Number: 1 of 19 Time: 29:07 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)