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Elul: The Sweetness of Tikkun Hamidot	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	1	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this class on Elul and repentance, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller describes the sweetness of returning to Hashem through correcting one's character traits, and outlines four systems for Tikun Hamidot. The methods of the Rambam, the Ba'al HaTanya, Sefer Cheshbon Hanefesh, and R' Nachman MiBreslov are all described in detail. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Holidays, Human Nature, Inspiration, Self-Improvement Class: Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe Class Number: 1 of 17 Time: 56:30 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 fill the vacuum created by our failings, an 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 17 Time: 60:55 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 17 Time: 57:11 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 17 Time: 58:37 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Path to Teshuva, Part I	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	5	Rabbi Hanoch Teller
In this shiur (class) on Teshuva, Rabbi Hanoch Teller outlines the path to true repentance.  Peppered with inspirational, poignant, and humorous stories, the theme of Teshuva is masterfully illustrated with real life examples.  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: 5 of 17 Time: 29:02 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Hilchot Teshuva	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	6	Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
This shiur (class) on Rosh Hashana and Teshuva (repentance) by Rabbi Shimon Isaacson is packed with halachot (laws) and hashkafot (perspectives) relating to the call of the day.  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: 6 of 17 Time: 46:44 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
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 17 Time: 74:28 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Path to Teshuva, Part 2	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	8	Rabbi Hanoch Teller
Rabbi Hanoch Teller continues his theme of Teshuva, repentance, in this shiur (class).  The class discusses examples of true teshuva, and a discussion of what can be expected of us over the Days of Awe.  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: 8 of 17 Time: 31:22 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Merciful Judgment	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	9	Rabbi Avishai David
In this shiur (Torah class) on the prayer of 'Unetaneh Tokef', Rabbi Avishai David discusses three possible ways of understanding this powerful prayer.  The theme of this prayer is the awesomeness of judgment, which evokes fear and terror, followed by the relief that is felt upon the declaration that we can turn judgment into mercy through Teshuva, Tefilla, and Tzeddaka.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Prayer, Rosh HaShana Class: Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe Class Number: 9 of 17 Time: 52:37 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Maftir Yonah	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	10	Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the lessons of Sefer Yonah, which is read on Yom Kipur. Rabbi Isaacson delves into the many messages of the sefer, and how they relate to the essence of Yom Kippur. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Teshuva, Yom Kippur Class: Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe Class Number: 10 of 17 Time: 46:20 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Soul Food	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	11	Mrs. Shira Smiles
Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the "Al Chet" for items concerning food and drink, and focuses on the mindset one must develop through proper brachot, etiquette of eating, and netillat yadayim (washing of the hands).  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Prayer, Teshuva, Yom Kippur Class: Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe Class Number: 11 of 17 Time: 63:12 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Elul: The Shofar's Wake Up Call	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	12	Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg
In this Torah shiur (class) on the month of Elul, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg connects the message of the blowing of the shofar, which is done every day of the month, to the essence of the month of Elul.  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: 12 of 17 Time: 50:55 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, Teshuva Class: Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe Class Number: 13 of 17 Time: 58:03 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Selichot: Keys to Forgiveness, Part I	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	14	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. Topics: Elul, Rosh HaShana, Teshuva Class: Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe Class Number: 14 of 17 Time: 52:18 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 17 Time: 61:10 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Harbingers of Blessing: A Practical Guide to the Simanim of Rosh Hashana	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	15	Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
In this interactive class on the simanim of Rosh Hashana, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the concept of eating symbolic foods during the evening meal of Rosh Hashana.   This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Elul, Holidays, Rosh HaShana Class: Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe Class Number: 15 of 17 Time: 22:23 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Selichot: Keys to Forgiveness, Part II	show hide	Elul and Rosh Hashana: Days of Closeness and Awe	16	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. 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 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)