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Perek 9: Changing a G-dly Decree	show hide	Sefer Yechezkel	10	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yechezkel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller teaches perek 9.  This perek deals with the difference between a heavenly decree before and after it was finalized, and also shows that everything in this world comes from direct Divine planning and intervention, and not through the laws of cause and effect.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Jewish Destiny, Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Yechezkel Class Number: 10 of 10 Time: 46:50 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 8: Yerushalayim in Ruins	show hide	Sefer Yechezkel	9	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yechezkel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller describes Yechezkel's vision of the destruction of Yerushalayim and its causes, and shows how these prophesies are still relevant today.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Exile, Jerusalem, Jewish Destiny, Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Yechezkel Class Number: 9 of 10 Time: 42:46 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
False Prophesies	show hide	Sefer Yechezkel	8	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this shiur (Torah class) on Sefer Yechezkel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller explains the nature of false prophets, and their destructive influence on the Jewish people.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Yechezkel Class Number: 8 of 10 Time: 55:03 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Holy Hair	show hide	Sefer Yechezkel	7	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this class on Sefer Yechezkel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller explains the pesukim describing Hashem's command to Yechezkel to shave his hair as a sign of the impending destruction of Yerushalayim.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Yechezkel Class Number: 7 of 10 Time: 52:07 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 36: The Burnt Scroll	show hide	Yirmiyahu IV	16	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. Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu, Teshuva Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 16 of 15 Time: 59:52 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perakim 5 & 6	show hide	Sefer Yechezkel	6	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yechezkel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller explains how the prophecies will take place.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Yechezkel Class Number: 6 of 10 Time: 54:13 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 4: Symbols of Atonement	show hide	Sefer Yechezkel	5	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this shiur (Torah class) on Sefer Yechezkel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller teaches perek 4.  Yechezkel is told to perform all sorts of symbolic actions as both a prophesy of future events and as a way to be mechaper (to atone) for the sins of Klal Yisrael before the Churban (destruction of the Beit Hamikdash).   This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Jewish Destiny, Prophecy, Tanach, Teshuva Class: Sefer Yechezkel Class Number: 5 of 10 Time: 59:26 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 35: The Children of Yonadav	show hide	Yirmiyahu IV	15	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. Topics: Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 15 of 15 Time: 57:47 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 34: The Failed Release of Jewish Servants	show hide	Yirmiyahu IV	14	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. Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 14 of 15 Time: 59:37 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 33: Creation for Our Benefit	show hide	Yirmiyahu IV	13	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. 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 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 2 & 3	show hide	Sefer Yechezkel	4	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this shiur (Torah class) on Sefer Yechezkel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller continues with the second and third perakim of the sefer.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Yechezkel Class Number: 4 of 10 Time: 56:20 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Individual and General Hashgacha	show hide	Yirmiyahu IV	12	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. Topics: Faith & Emunah, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 12 of 15 Time: 62:09 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
The Four Forces	show hide	Sefer Yechezkel	3	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this shiur (Torah class) Rebbetzins Heller speaks about Yechezkel's prophecy of the four forces.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Yechezkel Class Number: 3 of 10 Time: 54:40 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Understanding Hashgachat Hashem	show hide	Yirmiyahu IV	11	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. Topics: Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 11 of 15 Time: 50:31 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
The Merkava Vision	show hide	Sefer Yechezkel	2	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Yechezkel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller begins learning through the first perek of the Sefer, with the famous Merkava vision, in which Yechezkel sees a vision of G-d and His ministering angels.  Rebbetzin Heller applies this vision to the concepts of serving Hashem even while in Galut, exile.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Yechezkel Class Number: 2 of 10 Time: 54:14 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Hashem's Presence in Exile	show hide	Sefer Yechezkel	1	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yechezkel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller introduces the book of Yechezkel, emphasizing Yechezkel's uniqueness as a navi, prophet, in exile.  The vision that Yechezkel had is a giluy, a revelation, of Hashem's Presence in Exile.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Yechezkel Class Number: 1 of 10 Time: 53:41 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Images of Hashem's Love for His People	show hide	Shabbat Shuva: The Eternal Message	3	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this Torah shiur (class) on the Haforah of Shabbat Shuva, Mrs. Shira Smiles explains the beautiful imagery in the perek, as illustrations of G-d's eternal love for His people, Am Yisrael.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Elul, Rosh HaShana, Tanach, Teshuva Class: Shabbat Shuva: The Eternal Message Class Number: 3 of 4 Time: 47:55 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Torah and Tefilla: Components of Teshuva	show hide	Shabbat Shuva: The Eternal Message	2	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this Torah shiur (class) on the essence of teshuva, based on the Haftara of Shabbat Shuva, Mrs. Shira Smiles demonstrates the important role of tefilla (prayer) and Torah study in enabling a person to repent completely.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Elul, Rosh HaShana, Tanach, Teshuva Class: Shabbat Shuva: The Eternal Message Class Number: 2 of 4 Time: 52:14 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
The Intrinsic Purity of Every Jew	show hide	Shabbat Shuva: The Eternal Message	1	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this Torah shiur (class) on the Haftarah of Shabbat Shuva, Mrs. Shira Smiles begins the reading from Hoshea chapter 14.  In this class, we learn that teshuva/repentance is a dynamic process with Hashem, and that every Jew's soul is intrinsically pure, which means that even sin does not become part of its essence.  When embarking on the teshuva process, one should have an image of who they want to be, so that they have a goal to aspire to.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Elul, Inspiration, Rosh HaShana, Self-Improvement, Tanach, Teshuva Class: Shabbat Shuva: The Eternal Message Class Number: 1 of 4 Time: 52:17 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Lessons for our Lives	show hide	Sefer Daniel	17	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Daniel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller reviews the entire story of the book of Daniel, and applies its lessons to our individual lives.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 17 of 17 Time: 53:32 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
The End of Days	show hide	Sefer Daniel	16	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Daniel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller completes the sefer, with a description of the end of days and the fate of all segments of the Jewish people - tzadikkim, reshaim, maskilim, matzdikei harabim, etc.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Prophecy, Redemption, Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 16 of 17 Time: 52:01 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
A Window into History	show hide	Sefer Daniel	15	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Daniel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller describes the vision that Daniel had about various future wars, and connects it to their historical and modern parallels.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: History, Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 15 of 17 Time: 51:20 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 11: Hashem's Providence	show hide	Sefer Daniel	14	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Daniel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller teaches the beginning of chapter 11.  Rebbetzin Heller speaks of Hashem's Providence in military and political events as being observable as they occur, and not only in retrospect.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Jewish Destiny, Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 14 of 17 Time: 49:36 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
The Insurmountable Challenge of Greece	show hide	Sefer Daniel	13	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur on Sefer Daniel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller teaches the prophesies of perek 10.  In this chapter, Daniel receives predictions regarding the near-impossible nature of the galut of Greece.  Daniel accepts this decree, and responds with silence and bitachon (trust in Hashem).  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Bitachon, Exile, Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 13 of 17 Time: 49:04 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
The Battle with the Western Nations	show hide	Sefer Daniel	12	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur on Sefer Daniel, Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller teaches perek 9, which describes Daniel's prophesy of a goat.  Rebbetzin Heller explains how this prophesy corresponds to the challenges the Jewish people will need to face when they are subjugated by the nations of the West.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Redemption, Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 12 of 17 Time: 58:47 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 32, Part III: Redemption of Chanamel's Field	show hide	Yirmiyahu IV	10	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. Topics: Megillot, Megillat Ruth, Parsha, Parshat Behar, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 10 of 15 Time: 52:01 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 8: Daniel's Third Vision	show hide	Sefer Daniel	11	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah class (shiur) on Sefer Daniel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller teaches chapter 8, which describes the third vision of Daniel.  This vision also relates to the kingdoms who will dominate the Jewish People in exile, but here they are compared to domesticated animals.  This comparison shows that the wars that they will fight against the Jewish People will be focused and directed.  Rebbetzin Heller also explains why the times for redemption are written so vaguely.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Redemption, Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 11 of 17 Time: 58:49 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 32: Real Prayer	show hide	Yirmiyahu IV	9	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. Topics: Prayer, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 9 of 15 Time: 50:33 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 32: Contradictory Prophesies	show hide	Yirmiyahu IV	8	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. Topics: Exile, Our Forefathers, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 8 of 15 Time: 54:31 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Chapter 7: The Defeat of Evil	show hide	Sefer Daniel	10	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Daniel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller reviews perek 7, which discusses Daniels prophesy of different animals, each representing a different kingdom that will dominate the world and subjugate the Jewish people.  Rebbetzin Heller analyzes their ultimate defeat, and Hashem's compassion leading to the destruction of all evil, and concludes with a discussion of the date of Mashiach's arrival.  This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Redemption, Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 10 of 17 Time: 45:57 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Daniel in the Lions' Den	show hide	Sefer Daniel	9	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Daniel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller finishes the story of Daniel in the lions' den, emphasizing that his faith was the cause of the miracle.  Rebbetzin Heller then continues to the second half of Sefer Daniel, which is a prophesy for future exiles and the ultimate redemption.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Faith & Emunah, Prophecy, Redemption, Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 9 of 17 Time: 49:08 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 31, Part 3	show hide	Yirmiyahu IV	7	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. Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu, Women in Torah & Tanach Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 7 of 15 Time: 51:12 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Nevuchadnetzar and Belshatzar	show hide	Sefer Daniel	8	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this shiur (Torah class) on Sefer Daniel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller finishes chapter 4 and continues on to chapter 5, with the stories of the end of Nevuchadnetzar's reign, the abrupt fall of Belshatzar, and the beginning of the story of Daniel in the lion's den.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 8 of 17 Time: 56:24 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 31: Kibbutz Galuyot	show hide	Yirmiyahu IV	6	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. Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Redemption, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu, Teshuva Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 6 of 15 Time: 52:27 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 4: Nevuchadnezzar's Second Dream	show hide	Sefer Daniel	7	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur on Sefer Daniel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller teaches the fourth perek of the sefer, which describes Nevushadnetzar's second dream, Daniel's interpretation of it, and his subsequent advice to Nebuchadnezzar.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 7 of 17 Time: 49:51 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 31: Rachel's Consolation	show hide	Yirmiyahu IV	5	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. Topics: Jewish Destiny, Prophecy, Redemption, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu, Women in Torah & Tanach Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 5 of 15 Time: 54:49 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 30: Geulah	show hide	Yirmiyahu IV	4	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. Topics: Prophecy, Redemption, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 4 of 15 Time: 52:53 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Chanania, Mishael, and Azaria	show hide	Sefer Daniel	6	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Daniel, Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller continues teaching perek 3, and describes the steadfast refusal of Chanania, Mishael, and Azaria to bow to Nebuhadnezar's image.  They understood that any kind of submission "dwarfs" Hashem in this world.  The resulting miracle opened Nevuchandetzar's eyes to the constant control that Hashem has over the world, and he recognized that the reason Hashem gave him so much power is to make the world aware of the honor due Hashem.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 6 of 17 Time: 54:05 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 30: The Mikdash in its Glory and Destruction	show hide	Yirmiyahu IV	3	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. Topics: Exile, Prophecy, Redemption, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 3 of 15 Time: 56:53 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Nevuchadnetzar's Struggle Against G-d	show hide	Sefer Daniel	5	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Daniel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller teaches the beginning of perek 3, in which Nevuchanetzar interprets his role in history to be one in which he can use his power against Hashem, and win.  He attempts to play out this struggle against G-d through building a huge golden statue of himself, and insisting that all of his subjects bow to it.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 5 of 17 Time: 50:42 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 29: The Nature of Galut	show hide		2	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. Topics: Exile, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu Class Number: 2 of 0 Time: 53:50 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Nebuhadnezzar's Symbolic Image	show hide	Sefer Daniel	3	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Daniel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller learns the chapters describing the image Nevuchadnetzar saw in his prophetic dream, and Daniel's role in interpreting it.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 3 of 17 Time: 52:18 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 29: Galut: Resposibilities and Reactions	show hide	Yirmiyahu IV	1	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. Topics: Exile, Prayer, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu, Teshuva Class: Yirmiyahu IV Class Number: 1 of 15 Time: 58:05 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 27 and 28: Struggle for Truth	show hide	Yirmiyahu III	17	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. Topics: Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu Class: Yirmiyahu III Class Number: 17 of 17 Time: 56:02 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 28: The False Prophesy of Channania ben Azor	show hide	Yirmiyahu III	16	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. Topics: Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu Class: Yirmiyahu III Class Number: 16 of 17 Time: 53:57 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Royal Dream	show hide	Sefer Daniel	2	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Daniel, Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller teaches the famous dream of Nevuchadnetzar which dominates Sefer Daniel,and begins to explain its symbolism. Rebbetzin Heller discussed the idea of four galuyot (exiles) specifically the galut of Yishmael.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Exile, Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 2 of 17 Time: 54:17 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 27: Accepting Bondage	show hide	Yirmiyahu III	15	Rabbi Avishai David
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David teaches perek 27.  In this perek, Yirmiyahu sends wooden yokes to many nations, warning them that Nevuchadnetzar will be conquering them, and Hashem wants them to accept Nevuchadnetzar's rule.  Rabbi David comments on the symbolism and significance of the wooden yokes, as well as the principle that all events in Jewish history are part of a master plan conceived by Hashem.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Jewish Destiny, Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu Class: Yirmiyahu III Class Number: 15 of 17 Time: 55:40 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Dreams Within the Exile	show hide	Sefer Daniel	1	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
This Torah shiur (class) by Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller, introduces and begins Sefer Daniel.  Sefer Daniel is unique in that it was composed in exile, in Babylonia during the reign of  Nevuchadnetzar.  In this class, Rebbetzin Heller speaks about the nature of dreams, and why Daniel's mission came through the interpretation of Nebuchadnezzar's dreams.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Prophecy, Tanach Class: Sefer Daniel Class Number: 1 of 17 Time: 47:53 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 26: Servant and Messenger	show hide	Yirmiyahu III	14	Rabbi Avishai David
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David analyzes perek 26.  In this perek, Yirmiyahu speaks of the role of the Navi as Hashem's messenger and servant, and of the Beit Hamikdash as the center for guidance in worship of Hashem.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu Class: Yirmiyahu III Class Number: 14 of 17 Time: 242:28 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 25: Bavel: Evil Persecutor or G-dly Messenger?	show hide	Yirmiyahu III	13	Rabbi Avishai David
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyhau, Rabbi Avishai David examines the question of whether the persecutors of the Jewish People should be punished for their actions, as they are actually agents of  Hashem.  In this class, Rabbi David also discusses Hashem's anger when the Jews serve avoda zara (idolatry). Topics: Prophecy, Tanach, Sefer Yirmiyahu Class: Yirmiyahu III Class Number: 13 of 17 Time: 52:57 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)

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