Dove’s Directive
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On Parshat Noach, Mrs. Shira Smiles delves into the episode of the dove bringing Noach the olive branch and its symbolism for our lives.
Bayit Ne’eman: A Faithful Home #6
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In this Torah class (shiur) on Sefer Ohel Rachel, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller teaches chapter 4, which discusses the meaning of the term ‘bayit ne’eman b’yisrael’, a faithful home.
Faith, the Foundation of the World
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In this class, Rebbetzin Heller discusses emunah and how a woman whois faithful to her husband will ultimately be true
to Hashem.
Amalek – Attack and Awakening
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On Parshat Chukat, Mrs. Shira Smiles examines the attack of Amalek on the Jews. Amalek symbolizes the yetzer horo whose purpose is to lead us to self destruction. Mrs. Smiles discusses how the Jews were awakened to teshuva and how we too can strengthen ourselves to fight against the evil inclination.
Partners in Faith #5
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class) on shalom bayit, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller teaches chapter two of Sefer Ohel Rachel, which talks about Faith as the connector of a Jewish marriage.
Flowering Focus
Posted onOn Parshat Korach, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the lessons learned from the episode of the blossoming of the staff of Aharon Hakohen, which was the ultimate proof of Aharon’s legitimacy as the chosen High Priest, Kohen Gadol.
Calev: Commanding Courage
Posted onOn Parshat Shlach, Mrs. Shira Smiles talks about the courage of Calev ben Yefuneh in standing up to the meraglim, the spies, and to the whole Jewish people.
The Eyes of Yitro
Posted onOn Parshat Baha’alotcha, Mrs. Shira Smiles talks about the centrality of EretzYisrael, the Land of Israel, as one of the important themes of the parsha.
Helping Hand
Posted onOn Parshat Behar, Mrs. Shira Smiles talks about the mitzva of Shmitta.
Blasphemer’s Battle
Posted onOn Parshat Emor, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the lessons which can be learned from the episode of the blasphemer. By studying the causes of his deed, we can each correct parts of our actions and thoughts, especially the midda of ‘leitzanut’, mockery, to enrich our mitzva observance and our relationship with Hashem.
Selling to A Neighbor 2
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In this class (shiur) Dayan Shlomo Cohen continues to discuss selling to a neighbor
Profit Margins
Posted onIn this Torah class (shiur) on the laws of business, Dayan Shlomo Cohen discusses the area of acceptable profit margins.
Corporation in Jewish Law
Posted onIn this class (shiur) Dayan Shlomo Cohen discusses corporations in Jewish law
The Value of Faithfulness #4
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class) on Shalom Bayit, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller teaches chapter one of Sefer Ohel Rachel, which describes the essence of a woman as faithfulness. This important midda (characteristic) is the foundation of a healthy home and a key to developing true relationships with people and Hashem.
Overcharging – Ona’a, part 2
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (Class) on proper business practice, Dayan Shlomo Cohen continues his discussion of ona’a – overcharging or undercharging for goods or services.
Interest and Heter Iska
Posted onIn this class (shiur) Dayan Shlomo Cohen discusses Interest and Heter Iska
Life Force
Posted onOn Parshat Acharei Mot and Kedoshim, Mrs. Shira Smiles explains the importance of living a true spiritual life.
Overcharging – Ona’a
Posted onMirror Image
Posted onMrs. Shira Smiles gives a fascinating perspective on the kohen’s role in the treatment of the affliction of tzara’at, spiritual leprosy.
Women and Communication #3
Posted onIn this Torah class (shiur) on Shalom Bayit, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller gleans from the wisdom presented in the book Ohel Rachel to discuss the importance and nature of communication in a woman’s life and relationships.
Intelligence and Inheritance
Posted onOn parshiot Vayakhel and Pekudei, Mrs. Shira Smiles talks about the unique legacy which Betzalel endowed every Jew with, when he built the Mishkan, the Sanctuary.
Pressed to Perfection
Posted onOn Parshat Tetzaveh, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the unique qualities of the olive oil used in the Mishkan and Beit Hamikdash, of the inner message that the olive oil contains for each of us, and how that message relates to the upcoming holiday of Purim.
Beyond Self-Discovery #2
Posted onIn this Torah class (shiur) on Shalom Bayit, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller explains that the step beyond self discovery is creating an environment that draws down ruchniyut, spirituality, in creating relationships.
Precious Poles
Posted onOn Parshat Truma, Mrs. Shira Smiles delves into the meaning of the badim, the poles used in the Mishkan.
Inner Tranquility; The Key to Womanhood #1
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Shalom Bayit, family relations, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller explains that the key to a woman’s self discovery is her inner tranquility, as opposed to meeting challenges.
Consciousness
Posted onOn Parshat Mishpatim, Mrs. Shira Smiles focuses on the pasuk which says to serve Hashem, and He will bless the bread and water, and remove illness.
The Experience of Sinai
Posted onOn Parshat Yitro, Mrs. Shira Smiles examines the passuk that says that the Jewish People stood under the mountain, and the gemara that explains that Hashem held the mountain over them, forcing them to accept the Torah.
Ribbis
Posted onIn this class (shiur) Dayan Shlomo Cohen discusses the laws of Ribbis
The Meaning of Manna
Posted onOn Parshat Beshalach, Mrs. Shira Smiles focuses on the experience of the manna, the food in the desert.