The Turning Point In Egypt
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Continuing the discussion on the book of Shemot, Rebbetzin Kohn discusses the turning point of the Jews in Egypt.
Chanuka: Wonders of War
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In this shiur (Torah class) on Chanuka, Mrs. Shira Smiles raises the question of what is so unique and special about the miracle of Chanuka? Additionally, why are we thanking G-d for the war in the prayer of Al Hanissim?
Chanuka, Vayeishev, and Mikeitz
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In this Torah shiur (class) on the connection between Chanuka and the parshiot of Vayeishev and Mikeitz, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg explains five ways in which the themes of Chanuka and the story of Yosef being sent down to Egypt are intrinsically related.
Vine Vignette
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In this class (Shiur) on Parshat Vayashev, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the dreams of the cup bearer and the baker and Yosef’s interpretation.
Chodesh Kislev
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In this Torah shiur (class) on Chodesh Kislev, Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum explores the essence of the month and the hidden light.
Chanukah: Light of Clarity
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Chanuka, Mrs. Shira Smiles raises the question of why, in Al HaNissim, we give thanks to Hashem for wars.
Yosef and Yavan
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Chanuka, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the idea that within the galut of Yavan, there was rectification of the sale of Yosef.
Chanuka – Pieces Of Peace
Posted onIn this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira smiles gives insight into Chanuka.
Edom’s Enigma
Posted onIn this class (Shiur) Mrs Shira Smiles discusses Parshat Vayishlach
Genuinely Grateful
Posted onThis Shiur examines the Midrash that Leah Imenu was the first person to give thanks to Hashem. The different dimensions of thanksgiving are examined, as well as the need to continue to ask after giving thanks
Greatness Guaranteed
Posted onIn this class (shiur) on Parshat Toldot, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the verse, “The man became great and kept becoming greater until he was very great. He had acquired flocks and herds and many enterprises; and the Philistines envied him.” Mrs. Smiles explains what true greatness means and how it was actualized through Yitzchak who sanctified the name of Hashem by his example and by reaching out to others.
The Book Of Shemot Class 2
Posted onRebbetzin Leah Kohn continues to discuss the book of Shemot.
The Book Of Shemot
Posted onRebbetzin Leah Kohn starts the history of the Jewish people in the book of Shemot.
Receiving The Shabbos
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In this class (shiur) Rabbi Hershel Riechman discusses Receiving The Shabbos
Divinely Directed
Posted onIn this class (shiur) on Parshat Chaya Sarah, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the test Eliezer contrived to find a match for Yitzchak. The class discusses the significance of kindness and how it is intertwined with emunah.
Sodom Secret
Posted onIn this class (shiur) on Parshat Vayira, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the incident of Lot and his two daughters.
The Monetary Aspect
Posted onDayan Shlomo Cohen continues to discuss the meaning of Shmittah.
Ogs Odyssey
Posted onExamines the verse in Parshat Lech Lecha (14:13), “And the fugitive came and he told Avraham…” This class discusses Og’s dual motives and the repercussions that resulted after he informed Avraham that Lot was captured.
An Introduction To The Basic Halachot Of Shmittah
Posted onDayan Shlomo Cohen continues to discuss the meaning of Shmittah.
The Reason
Posted onDayan Shlomo Cohen discusses the meaning of Shmittah.
The Holy Day Of Shabbos
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In this class (shiur) Rabbi Hershel Riechman discusses the Holy Day Of Shabbos.
Deluge Delusion
Posted onExamines the verse in Parshat Noach, “And Noah went in and his sons and his wife and his sons’ wives with him into the ark because of the flood waters.” This class discusses how Noach only had intellectual emunah and did not believe the flood would actually come until the waters were at his feet. Mrs. Smile discusses how to live with true emunah and integrate it into our essence.
Hashivainu – The Loyalty As King And As A Father
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In this class (shiur) Rabbi Hershel Reichman describes the loyalty of a king and of a father in the blessing Hashivainu in Shemoneh Esrai
The Judgment Of Rosh Hashana
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Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses what is the judgment of Rosh Hashana focused on.
Accountability And Accessibility
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On Parshat Nitzavim, Mrs. Shira Smiles addresses the question: If Hashem tells us that teshuva and Torah are so close, why does it seem so far away to us?
Modeling And Mindfulness
Posted onOn Parshat Ki -Tavo, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses following in Hashem’s ways and how practicing the mitzvot facilitates an outpouring of blessing from above.
The Way The Soul And The Body Come Together #7
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In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller discusses the Way The Soul And The Body Come Together struggle.
The Soul #6
Posted onIn this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller continues to discuss the 2 worlds, the world of struggle and the word of reward that is done with both the soul and body.
Figuring The Future
Posted onMrs. Shira smiles gives us insight into Parshat Pinchas.
Assertiveness And Attachment
Posted onMrs. Shira smiles gives us insight into Parshat Balak.