Chassidut on the Parsha II
The relevant lessons of the Torah portion of the week are explored, based on the Sefer Shem MiShmuel. An inspirational eye-opener for both veteran admirers of Chassidic thought and newcomers to this way of serving G-d.
The Shem MiShmuel continues his theme of the individual vs. the community, focusing on how the individual manages to be part of the community without losing his self. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats.
Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the Shem MiShmuel's comparison between shemitah and yovel and explains the difference between the individual's and the community's commitment to Torah. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats.
Rabbi Reichman uses the interpretation of the Shem MiShmuel to explain the commandment of "Kedoshim Tihiyu," (Be Holy) as a specific pathway of achieving holiness. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats.
Rabbi Hershel Reichman teaches Parshat Acharei Mot which deals with the deaths of Aharon HaCohen's sons, Nadav and Avihu. The Shem MiShmuel learns lessons of our approach to G-d from their untimely deaths. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats.
Rabbi Hershel Reichman explains that through a unique understanding of the affliction of tzaraas, Shem MiShmuel expounds on fundamental ideas of how to view our fellow Jew. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats.
This week's combination of Parshat Tazriah and Parshat HaChodesh teaches us about our constant relationship with Hashem. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats.
Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the Shem Mishmuel which compares Moshe and Aharon's styles of leadership and spirituality, invoking lessons of our own spiritual methods. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats.
Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses Moshe's unique characteristic- his ability to give all for the Almighty. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats.
Rabbi Hershel Reichman talks about the position of Parshat Shekalim in the Jewish Calender and provides insight into the dual nature of our relationship with G-d.This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats.
This week's Torah reading involves the prohibition of work on Shabbat. Through a unique understanding of the sin of the Golden Calf, the Shem Mishmuel understands the essence of Shabbat.
