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| Breishit: Kayin and Hevel |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on the weekly Torah Parsha
(portion), Mrs. Chana Prero discusses the story of Kayin and
Hevel, the sons of Adam and Chava. The actions of Hevel and Kayin
teach us how to serve G-d and do Teshuva (return to Him). This class
does not assume any previous knowledge of Hebrew or of the Parsha. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Parsha, Parshat Bereishit
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 1 of 22
Time: 51:39
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| Parshat Noach: The Tower of Bavel |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| In this textual Torah shiur (class) on the Parsha, Mrs. Chana Prero
analyzes the sin and the punishment of the Dor Haflagah, the
generation after the Flood that built the Tower of Bavel. The class
goes through the relevant verses and the corresponding comments of
Rashi. This class is suitable to anyone wanting to explore the topic
inside, regardless of knowledge of Hebrew or level of textual skills. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Parsha, Parshat Noach
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 2 of 22
Time: 45:48
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| Parshat Lech Lecha |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on the Parsha (weekly torah portion),
Mrs. Chana Prero explores Parshat Lech Lecha. This class, based on the
verses with the commentary of Rashi, talks about the commandment to
Avraham to perform a brit mila (circumcision) on himself. No prior
textual skills or knowledge of Hebrew required for this class. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Parsha, Parshat Lech Lecha
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 3 of 22
Time: 52:57
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| Parshat Vayeira: Laughter Lessons |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| 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. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Parsha, Parshat Vayeira
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 4 of 22
Time: 47:37
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| Parshat Chayei Sarah: Eliezer's Mission |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Parshat Chayei Sara, Mrs. Chana Prero
elucidates Avraham Avinu's instruction to his servant Eliezer, as
Eliezer embarks on a mission to find a wife for Yitzchak Avinu. The
class discusses why Yitzchak could not marry a Cananite woman, and why
Eliezer chose to use a sign to help him complete his mission. The
class, which assumes no prior knowledge of the Chumash or of the Hebrew language, encourages use of the Artscroll Sapirstein Rashi Chumash. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Chayei Sarah
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 5 of 22
Time: 55:40
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| Parshat Toldot: Stolen Blessings |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Parshat Toldot, Mrs. Chana Prero
discusses the Blessings that Yitzcak wanted to bestow on Esav. This
class, which does not assume any prior knowledge ofthe text or of
Hebrew language, answers questions such as why Yitzchak wanted to give
Esav the brachot (blessings), why Rivka intervened, and why Yaakov did
not tell the Truth. |
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Topics: Our Forefathers, Parshat Toldot
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 6 of 22
Time: 54:40
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| Parsha Vayeitzei: Dreaming of Angels |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Parshat Vayeitzei, Mrs. Chana Prero
discusses Yaakov's dream of the angels ascending and descending a
ladder to Heaven, as he travels to Charan. This class, which does not
assume any knowledge of Hebrew or familiarity with textual study,
discusses why Yaakov received the vision at this juncture, and what
this dream represents. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Vayeitzei
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 7 of 22
Time: 62:16
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| Parshat Vayishlach: Preparation for Battle |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on the weekly parsha (Torah portion), Mrs. Chana Prero discusses the beginning of Parshat
Vayishlach. Mrs. Prero analyzes Yaakov's preparation for meeting
Eisav. Each of Yaakov Avinu's
actions set a precedent for later events in Jewish history. In the course of the class, Mrs. Prero also expound on the concept of Maaseh Avot
Siman Labanim. 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, Our Forefathers, Parsha, Parshat Vayishlach
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 8 of 22
Time: 60:18
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| Parshat Vayeishev: Yehuda and Tamar |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Parshat Vayeishev, Mrs. Chana Prero
delves into the enigmatic topic of Yehuda and Tamar's relationship.
Why did their relationship need to develop in an extraordinary way, and
was their behavior considered appropriate? This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Parsha, Parshat Vayeishev
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 9 of 22
Time: 63:56
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| Parshat Mikeitz: Bewildering Encounters |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Parshat Mikeitz, Mrs. Chana Prero
explains the verses and comments of Rashi and others which describe
the first encounter between Yosef and his brothers, twenty two years after he
was sold into slavery. This class assumes no prior knowledge of Hebrew
or experience with reading Biblical texts. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Human Interaction, Parsha, Parshat Mikeitz, Teshuva
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 10 of 22
Time: 261:24
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| Parshat Vayigash: False Accusations |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Parshat Vayigash, Mrs. Chana Prero
explores why Yosef chose to falsely accuse and imprison his brother
Binyamin. The class is based on the text of the verses of the Parsha
along with the comments of Rashi. No previous knowledge of Hebrew or
textual skills are required for the class. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Parsha, Parshat Vayigash, Teshuva
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 11 of 22
Time: 47:53
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| Parshat Vayechi: The Blessing to Ephraim and Menashe |
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| Parshat Shemot: Reluctant Messenger |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Parshat Shemot, Mrs. Chana Prero
dissects the episode of the Burning Bush, Hashem's command to Moshe,
and Moshe's refusal. This Torah shiur does not assume any previous
knowledge of Hebrew or experience with Biblical texts. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Parsha, Parshat Shemot
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 13 of 22
Time: 71:59
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| Parshat Va'eira: Pharoah's Iron Heart |
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| Parshat Bo: The Plagues |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
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| Parshat Beshalach: Mara - Bittersweet Waters |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
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| Parshat Yitro: The Ten Commandments |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
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| Parshat Mishpatim: Protecting the Vulnerable |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
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| Parshat Teruma: Why Build a Sanctuary? |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on the Parsha, Mrs. Chana Prero discusses
the reasons for building a Mikdash or Mishkan, a physical place for
Hashem's Presence, and also discusses the dimensions and symbolism of
the Shulchan, the holy table. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Parsha, Parshat Terumah
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 19 of 22
Time: 52:25
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| Parshat Tetzaveh: The Eifod (Holy Apron) |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Parshat Tetzaveh, Mrs. Chana Prero
explains why the Kohanim wore special garments during their service,
the Bigdei Kehunah, and then focuses on the significance of the Eifod
(holy apron worn by the Kohen Gadol), according to the Malbim and other commentaries. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Parsha, Parshat Tetzaveh
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 20 of 22
Time: 52:21
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| Parshat Ki Tisa: Two Covenants |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Parshat Ki Tisa, Mrs. Chana Prero discusses the brit (covenant) between Hashem and the Jewish people at Har Sinai vs. the brit that took place after the chet ha'egel (sin of Golden Calf). This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Parsha, Parshat Ki Tisa
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 21 of 22
Time: 53:41
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| Parshat Vayakhel-Pekudei: The Cloud of Glory |
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Mrs. Chana Prero |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Parshat Vayakhel and Pekudei, Mrs. Chana
Prero discusses the cloud of glory that rested on the Mishkan, and
analyzes the last verses in the Book of Shmot. This class delves into
the commentaries in a clear and simple manner, and does not assume any
prior knowledge of Hebrew. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Topics: Parsha, Parshat Pekudei, Parshat Vayakhel
Class: Parsha Learning Group: Discovering Classical Commentaries
Class Number: 22 of 22
Time: 53:32
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