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Purim: A Time to Speak, A Time to be Silent	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)		Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum
In this Torah shiur (class) on Purim, Mrs. Shoshi Nissenbaum speaks about the two parallel themes running through Megillat Esther; the theme of silence and and the theme of screaming out.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Holidays, Megillot, Megillat Esther, Purim Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Time: 28:33 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Purim: Pride and Prayer	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)		Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this Torah shiur (class) on Purim, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the Gemara that asks where Haman, Mordechai, and Esther are hinted at in the Torah.  Mrs. Shira Smiles also examines the mitzvah of Mishloach Manot.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Holidays, Purim Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Time: 60:27 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Purim: Esther's Role	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)		Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg
In this Torah shiur (class) Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg discusses Esther's role in the megillah, and the seeming switch in her persona.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Holidays, Megillot, Megillat Esther, Purim Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Time: 42:28 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Teaching Our Children the Meaning of Purim	show hide	Bringing Torah to Life: Deepening our Children's Jewish Experience	13	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this shiur (Torah class) on chinuch, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller speaks about how to make Purim meaningful for our children, and how to deepen their appreciation for this holiday. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Holidays, Human Interaction, Purim Class: Bringing Torah to Life: Deepening our Children's Jewish Experience Class Number: 13 of 14 Time: 48:57 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
The Four Parshiyot	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)		Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg
In this Torah shiur (class) Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg discusses Parshat Shekalim, Parshat Zachor, Parshat Parah, and Parshat  Hachodesh, which are read in the weeks surrounding Purim, leading up to Rosh Chodesh Nissan.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Chumash, Holidays, Parsha, Purim, Shabbat Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Time: 42:12 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Purim Shpiels	show hide	Words That Build: Chofetz Chaim Laws of Proper Speech II	8	Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg
In this shiur (Torah class) on proper speech, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg analyzes Purim plays, and whether mocking someone good-naturedly is permissible according to the laws of shemiras halashon.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Purim, Shemirat HaLashon, Chafetz Chaim, Chofetz Chaim, Lashon Hara, Proper Speech Class: Words That Build: Chofetz Chaim Laws of Proper Speech II Class Number: 8 of 16 Time: 51:11 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 22, Part 3: The Gradual Break of Dawn	show hide	Tehillim VI	3	Rabbi Avishai David
In this shiur (Torah class) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai david continues his analysis of the intriguing chapter 22, which refers to the travails of both Queen Esther and King David.  The perek is also a parable for the the difficulties of galut and the nature of geula (redemption), and the dual reality of Hashem's hiddenness and His guidance during difficult periods of history.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Exile, Purim, Redemption, Tehillim Class: Tehillim VI Class Number: 3 of 10 Time: 53:19 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 22, Part 2: From Desperation to Salvation	show hide	Tehillim VI	2	Rabbi Avishai David
In this Torah shiur (class) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David continues his analysis of Psalm 22, which was said by Esther before she went to Achashverosh.  This poignant prayer reflects both the helpless desperation felt in a time of harsh decrees, as well as the overwhelming joy and light of salvation.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Prayer, Purim, Tehillim Class: Tehillim VI Class Number: 2 of 10 Time: 50:23 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perek 22: From Abandonment to Revelation	show hide	Tehillim VI	1	Rabbi Avishai David
In this Torah shiur (class) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David analyzes Psalm 22, which refers to the struggles of both David Hamelech and Queen Esther.  This perek is a beautiful progression from initial feelings of abandonment and helplessness, which lead to prayer and bitachon, to eventual revelation, salvation, and joyous thanks to Hashem.  The final praise is so intense that it begins with personal thanks, and spreads to include all of klal Yisrael (the Jewish people), the malachim (angels), and eventually the entire universe.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Bitachon, Prayer, Purim, Tehillim Class: Tehillim VI Class Number: 1 of 10 Time: 52:31 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Questions and Answers for Today's Jewish Woman, Part 7	show hide	Rebbetzin's Perspective: Balancing Life's Challenges	7	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class), Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller answers real questions sent in by Naaleh's female students across the globe. This class includes questions about men drinking on Purim, how to present Pesach to children, the truth of the mesorah, explaining why Jews eat meat even when animals seem to be poorly treated, how to talk to pre-teens about boys, and other contemporary challenges.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Inspiration, Pesach, Purim Class: Rebbetzin's Perspective: Balancing Life's Challenges Class Number: 7 of 15 Time: 55:52 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
The Unique Joy of Adar	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	19	Rabbi Eliezer Miller
In this Torah shiur (class) on the month of Adar, Rabbi Eliezer Miller describes the unique inner joy that comes with this month.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Purim Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 19 of 34 Time: 50:27 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Megillah Reading During the Night and Day	show hide			Rabbi Michael Taubes
In this shiur (Torah class), by Rabbi Michael Taubes, the halchik nature of the Megillah reading is discussed. Rabbi Taubes differentiates between the reading at night and the reading during the day, and why each one is significant. Topics: Halacha, Megillot, Purim Time: 51:07 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Questions and Answers for Today's Jewish Woman, Part 3	show hide	Rebbetzin's Perspective: Balancing Life's Challenges	3	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on contemporary Jewish life, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller answers real questions sent to her by Jewish women across the globe.  Some of the issues Rebbetzin Heller addresses are the concept of bashert as it relates to second marriages, dealing with unhappy children, coping with a miscarriage, developing a personal identity outside of one's occupation, and suggested ways to deepen one's chidren's understanding of Purim.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Inspiration, Overcoming Adversity, Purim Class: Rebbetzin's Perspective: Balancing Life's Challenges Class Number: 3 of 15 Time: 31:56 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Purim: Living the Secret	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	33	Mrs. Shira Smiles
In this shiur (Torah class) on Purim, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the concept of "nichnas yayin, yatza sod" - when the wine enters, the secret comes out. Mrs. Smiles elaborates on what this secret is. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Purim Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 33 of 34 Time: 53:03 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Women and Purim	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	34	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Purim, Rebbetzin Heller discusses women's special connection to the depth of this holiday.  This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Holidays, Purim Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 34 of 34 Time: 49:11 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Two Purims	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	32	Rabbi Hershel Reichman
In this Torah shiur (class) on Purim, Rabbi Hershel Reichman teaches an essay by the Shem Mishmuel, which discusses the mystical reasons for the two separate Purim celebrations, on the fourteenth and fifteeenth days of Adar. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Chassidut, Purim Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 32 of 34 Time: 48:33 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Megillat Esther, Perakim 7-10	show hide	Megillot I	7	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller finishes her discussion of Megillat Esther, and reviews the four mitzvot of Purim. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. Topics: Holidays, Megillot, Megillat Esther, Purim Class: Megillot I Class Number: 7 of 16 Time: 52:26 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Perakim 6 & 7: Hidden Intervention	show hide	Megillot I	6	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller speaks about 'hester panim,' hashgacha, and the affect of Tzadikim on their generation. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. Topics: Holidays, Megillot, Megillat Esther, Purim Class: Megillot I Class Number: 6 of 16 Time: 47:57 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Avoiding Hamanism	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	25	Rabbi Hanoch Teller
Where is Haman in the Torah? Rabbi Hanoch Teller sheds light on this question. This Torah class is available online in streaming video. To purchase mp3 of Rabbi Teller's shiurim go to www.ishiur.com Topics: Holidays, Human Nature, Purim Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 25 of 34 Time: 39:53 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Esther: True Royalty	show hide	Megillot I	5	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Purim, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller explains how Esther became the epitome of Midat Malchut (characteristic of kingship), and why she needed preparation for this role. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. Topics: Holidays, Megillot, Megillat Esther, Purim Class: Megillot I Class Number: 5 of 16 Time: 51:46 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Lottery of Life	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	22	Mrs. Shira Smiles
Why is the holiday of Purim named after Haman's Lottery? Mrs. Shira Smiles describes the mindset of Haman and Amalek, who ascribe all events to mere chance, as opposed to the Jewish mindset of seeing the Divine plan in every event. Topics: Holidays, Purim Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 22 of 34 Time: 52:54 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Walled Celebrations	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	31	Rabbi Hershel Reichman
In this Torah shiur (class) on Purim, the Shem Mishmuel explains the differences in the Purim celebrations between those cities with walls and those without. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. Topics: Holidays, Purim, Redemption Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 31 of 34 Time: 49:22 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Amalek: Inner and Outer Enemy	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	30	Rabbi Hershel Reichman
In this Torah shiur (class), the Shem Mishmuel explains Amalek's significance and gives us instructions on how to fight Amalek in our times. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. Topics: Chassidut, Purim Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 30 of 34 Time: 51:58 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
The Gan Eden Experience	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	21	Mrs. Shira Smiles
Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the holiday of Purim and how the day is a unique once-a-year opportunity where Hashem opens his vaults for our prayers to ascend unhindered. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod format Topics: Holidays, Purim Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 21 of 34 Time: 58:16 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Returning from the Depths	show hide	Megillot I	4	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class), Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller speaks about the nature of doing Teshuva by looking at the methods used by Esther and Mordechai. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. Topics: Fast Days, Megillot, Megillat Esther, Purim Class: Megillot I Class Number: 4 of 16 Time: 50:50 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Partial Redemption	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	29	Rabbi Hershel Reichman
Rebbi Hershel Reichman discusses the holiday of Purim which involved a fight against Amalek, our evil enemy. The fight was not only physical but a spiritual war against Amalek within us. The outcome determined the extent of the Purim redemption. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. Topics: Chassidut, Exile, Purim, Redemption Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 29 of 34 Time: 41:35 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Eternal Struggle: Mordechai and Haman	show hide	Megillot I	2	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller examines Perek 2, with an introduction to Mordechai and Esther, and a deepening of our understanding of the galut, exile, and the specific roles of Haman and Mordechai. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. Topics: Exile, Megillot, Megillat Esther, Purim Class: Megillot I Class Number: 2 of 16 Time: 57:40 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Luxurious Exile	show hide	Megillot I	1	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
In this Torah shiur (class), Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller describes Megillat Esther as a means of understanding our relationship to everything the Persian exile represents, and Hashem's plan in exposing us to it. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Exile, Holidays, Megillot, Megillat Esther, Purim Class: Megillot I Class Number: 1 of 16 Time: 1:02:48 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Simply Purim	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	23	Rabbi Hanoch Teller
In this Torah shiur (class) on Purim, Rabbi Hanoch Teller provides a basic reading of the Megillah, which provides great insight. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. Topics: Holidays, Jewish Destiny, Megillot, Megillat Esther, Purim Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 23 of 34 Time: 156:02 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Purim and Geulah	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	28	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
Rabbetzin Heller discusses Purim, the party of our connection with Hashem, and our willingness to get closer. Topics: Holidays, Purim, Redemption Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 28 of 34 Time: 74:16 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
A Deeper Look into the Purim Story	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	27	Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
Rebbetzin Heller provides an overview and explanation of the Book of Esther. Topics: Holidays, Megillot, Megillat Esther, Purim Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 27 of 34 Time: 197:08 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
The Essence of Purim	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	26	Mrs. Shira Smiles
Mrs. Shira Smiles addresses the question: What is Purim all about? Topics: Holidays, Purim, Redemption Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 26 of 34 Time: 139:48 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Simchat Purim	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	24	Mrs. Shira Smiles
Mrs. Shira Smiles addresses the following questions: What is the Jewish vision of joy? Specifically, how do we understand the joy inherent in the day of Purim? Topics: Holidays, Purim Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 24 of 34 Time: 179:07 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)
Adar: Sanctity of Shekalim	show hide	Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)	20	Mrs. Shira Smiles
Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the month of Adar. Topics: Holidays, Purim Class: Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim) Class Number: 20 of 34 Time: 279:37 Free Preview (Login for Full Access)