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| Chanuka 5784Breaking Barriers - ChanukaDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2023-12-01 | 01:02:39 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses the power of ShabbosThe Power Of ShabbosDescription | Jewish calendar, Shabbat | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2023-11-22 | 00:09:36 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gotleib discusses the Holy day of ShabbatThe Gift of ShabbosDescription | Jewish calendar, Shabbat | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2023-11-09 | 00:09:37 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller- Gotlieb discusses the Holidsay of Sukkot and how to have real Simcha Finding True Happiness During the Holiday of SukkotDescription | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2023-09-27 | 00:23:15 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller - Gottlieb Discusses how we can aspire and become our best selves The Best You Can Be this Yom KippurDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2023-09-21 | 00:19:40 | |
| How can we have any hope How can we have any hope standing in front of Hashem in judgment on Yom Kippur? Standing in Judgment on Yom KippurDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2023-09-20 | 00:56:00 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Heller- Gottlieb discusses the Holiday of Rosh Hashana New Year New YouDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2023-09-12 | 00:28:06 | |
| Al Het for the sin of us not being honest and not keeping one' word. Mrs. Smiles expains this.Honing Honesty - Yom Kipur Al Chet SeriesDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2023-09-07 | 01:02:29 | |
| An overview of the month of Elul and its relationship to the Yamim Noraim.Elul: Not just a Preparation for Rosh HaShanahDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2023-09-06 | 00:58:26 | |
| Rosh Hashana - why is called a remembrance of going out of Eygpt?Exodus Examined- Rosh HashanaDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2023-08-21 | 01:04:35 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Goleib discusses the Ninth Day of Avthe Ninth of AvDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2023-07-27 | 00:16:33 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller- Gotleib discusses how we can connect to the destruction of the Beis HamikdashConnecting to the Destruction Through the 9 DaysDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2023-07-19 | 00:25:12 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller- Gotleib discusses the Holiday of ShavuotShavuotDescription | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2023-05-24 | 00:28:05 | |
| Why is Megila Rus read on Shauvos?Kindness and Kingship - ShavuosDescription | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2023-05-19 | 01:02:00 | |
| The dispute between our Sages and the Tzedukim regarding the date of Shavuot.Shavuot 5783Description | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2023-05-16 | 00:59:33 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gotleib discusses the holy day of Lag BaomerRabbi ShimonDescription | Jewish calendar, Lag BaOmer | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2023-05-08 | 00:14:24 | |
| In this Totah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gotleib discusses how to discuss the Sader with your childrenThe Sader with the childrenDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2023-03-23 | 00:21:49 | |
| Korach - the matzah and marror eatten together. what does this mean?Special Sandwich - Korach - PesachDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2023-03-17 | 01:02:48 | |
| Wine Wines' WisdomDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2023-03-09 | 01:00:47 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gotleib discusses the Holiday of Purim PurimDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2023-03-05 | 00:47:33 | |
| Purim and Teshuva - Quote from Tikunei Zohar How is Purim is like Yom KippurSacred Sanctity - PurimDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2023-03-01 | 00:57:58 | |
| Haman’s Mistake: What turned Haman’s happiness into Simchas Purim?Purim - 5783Description | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2023-02-22 | 01:00:05 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gotleib discusses the month of AdarThe month of AdarDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2023-02-22 | 00:29:14 | |
| ChanukaMultifarious Manifestations of MIracle - ChanukaDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2022-12-16 | 01:01:06 | |
| What does it take to create light out of darkness? Comparing Chanukah and Purim.Comparing Chanukah and PurimDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2022-12-14 | 00:59:04 | |
| In this class Rebbetzin Heller- Gotleib discusses the battle of Chanukah the physical and spiritual battels The Battle of ChanukahDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2022-12-14 | 00:31:30 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gotleib discusses the holiest day of the yearYom KippurDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2022-10-02 | 00:28:11 | |
| Yom KippurSacred Speech Yom KippurDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2022-09-29 | 01:00:27 | |
| teshuvaTeshuva: Basic Building Blocks to Being Brought BackDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2022-09-22 | 00:40:49 | |
| Mizmor Ladavid OriRosh Hashana Incredible IlluminationDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2022-09-15 | 01:04:51 | |
| For the new year, when I can’t change the consequences of my mistakes. Rosh Hashanah 5783: Why I Can't Change ConsequencesDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2022-09-15 | 01:00:49 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller- Gotleib discusses the great occasions that happened on Tu B'Av Tu B'AvDescription | Jewish calendar, Tu B'Av | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2022-08-11 | 00:26:37 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller- Gotleib discusses the Nine Mourning days The Nine Mourning DaysDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2022-07-31 | 00:21:38 | |
| What should we do during the 3 weeks. one ideaFinal Fire - the 3 weeksDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2022-07-21 | 01:01:37 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Heller-Gotleib discusses the mourning period of the 3 weeks The Three WeeksDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av, Tenth of Tevet, Shiva Asar B'Tamuz | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2022-07-14 | 00:40:11 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller -Gotleib discusses the Shavout Holiday The Greatness of ShavuotDescription | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2022-06-02 | 00:19:22 | |
| Why was a mountain put over us at Sinai?Shavuot: The mountain of SinaiDescription | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2022-06-01 | 01:00:15 | |
| Tehillim and ShavuosDovid HaMelech's Dogma - Shavuos 5782Description | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2022-05-27 | 01:03:04 | |
| In this class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gotleib discusses the Meron Trgedy The Meron TragedyDescription | Jewish calendar, Lag BaOmer | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2022-05-15 | 00:10:03 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Heller - Gotleib discusses the different days and stages of counting the Omer The stages of Counting the OmerDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2022-05-04 | 00:23:13 | |
| Goat's Goading - Had Gadya PesachGoat's Goading - Had Gadya Pesach 5782Description | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2022-04-14 | 01:01:54 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Heller - Gotleib discusses the Holiday of PesachPesach classDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2022-04-08 | 00:51:24 | |
| who wrote the Haggadah? Eliyahu the Navi! why?Pesach - Longitudinal LensDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2022-03-24 | 01:02:29 | |
| Why is the fact that we left Egypt in a hurry, symbolized by our eating matzah, the main aspect we focus on.Pesach - The Significance of Leaving Egypt in a HurryDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2022-03-23 | 01:02:02 | |
| Why do we celebrate Purim - Multiple levelsTranquility and Torah - Purim 5782Description | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2022-03-10 | 00:58:34 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gotleib discusses the Holiday of PurimPurimDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2022-03-10 | 00:20:39 | |
| Understanding current events via the story of Purim.Purim TodayDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2022-03-03 | 00:53:43 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gotleib discusses the Holiday of ChanukahChanukahDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2021-11-28 | 00:20:18 | |
| Bringing the enthusiasm we experience during the High Holidays to every day - Part 2Rosh Hashana... All Year Round Part 2Description | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2021-11-28 | 01:01:32 | |
| Bringing the enthusiasm we experience during the High Holidays to every day - Part1Rosh Hashanah... All Year Round Part 1Description | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2021-11-26 | 01:00:29 | |
| chanukaChanuka Rededication RevealedDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2021-11-26 | 01:05:30 | |
| Haftarot of Repentance IV - The Book of YonahHaftarot of Repentance IV - The Book of YonahDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Dr. Esther Shkop | 2021-10-26 | 00:48:21 | |
| Haftarot of Repentance III - Shacharit of Yom KippurHaftarot of Repentance III - Shacharit of Yom KippurDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Dr. Esther Shkop | 2021-10-26 | 00:45:09 | |
| Haftarot of Repentance II - Shabbat ShuvaHaftarot of Repentance II - Shabbat ShuvaDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Dr. Esther Shkop | 2021-10-26 | 00:55:20 | |
| Haftarot of Repentance I - The Conundrum of Teshuva - Taanit Tzibur and Tzom Gedalyah (Yeshayahu 55 - 56)Haftarot of Repentance I - The Conundrum of Teshuva - Taanit Tzibur and Tzom Gedalyah (Yeshayahu 55 - 56)Description | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Dr. Esther Shkop | 2021-10-26 | 00:40:17 | |
| Al Het of Confusion of Heart, what does it mean to usYom Kippur Confused and ComatoseDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2021-09-03 | 01:02:03 | |
| Remarkable RecollectionsRosh Hashana - Remarkable RecollectionsDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2021-08-30 | 01:01:47 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gotleib discusses the month of ElulThe Beauty Of the Month Of ElulDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2021-08-17 | 00:33:29 | |
| Elul time to rebuild your heart and relationship to Hashem. Create the luchos ( tablets ) of your heart. This class will change your life FOREVER! Elul 5782 Entering and ExitingDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2021-08-08 | 01:01:02 | |
| Destruction and Exile – Reflected in TehillimDestruction and Exile – Reflected in TehillimDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Dr. Esther Shkop | 2021-07-16 | 00:42:02 | |
| Haftarot of Calamity - Part III - Chazon YeshayahuHaftarot of Calamity - Part III - Chazon YeshayahuDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Dr. Esther Shkop | 2021-07-16 | 00:42:02 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller- Gottlieb Discusses the mourning day of Tisha B'AvTisha B'AvDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2021-07-14 | 00:42:28 | |
| Haftarot of Calamity - Part II - Haftarat MasaeiHaftarot of Calamity - Part II - Haftarat MasaeiDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Dr. Esther Shkop | 2021-07-09 | 00:52:42 | |
| Haftarot of Calamity - Part I - Haftarat Matot - זכרתי לך חסד נעוריךHaftarot of Calamity - Part I - Haftarat Matot - זכרתי לך חסד נעוריךDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Dr. Esther Shkop | 2021-07-09 | 00:47:30 | |
| the three weeksSensitivity and Silence - the three weeksDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2021-06-30 | 01:04:34 | |
| Discover the depth of Shavuot and its focus on the Bikurim.Produce, Preparation, and ProgressDescription | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2021-05-13 | 01:01:45 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller - Gottleib discusses the meaning of the 5 chumashim of the TorahMatan TorahDescription | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2021-05-10 | 00:19:22 | |
| In this Totah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses the holiday of PesachPesachDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2021-03-22 | 00:21:06 | |
| An insightful overview of the symbolism and meaning of the egg traditionally placed on the Seder plate.Existential EggDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2021-03-15 | 01:04:16 | |
| BloodBasking in Bloods BountyDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2021-03-14 | 01:02:26 | |
| Explanation of Shoshanas YaakovPurim: Prayer and Providential PerspectiveDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2021-02-20 | 01:04:32 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses how to bring Bracha and Kedusha in to your lives and marriages Filling the World with Bracha and KedushaDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-12-15 | 00:05:48 | |
| In this Torah class Rabbi Hanoch Teller gives an inspiring story about ChanukahThe Ultimate Light Vanished Darkness ExperienceDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-12-15 | 00:07:23 | |
| What is the essence of the celebration of Chanuka?Characterizing ChanukaDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2020-12-14 | 01:02:07 | |
| In this Torah class Rav Gav Friedman discusses how to serve Hashem in a higher level Rav Gav Friedman - Serving Hashem on an Elevated LevelDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-12-13 | 00:07:04 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses how to accept yourselves and growing with it to become better parents on the sixth night of ChanukahParenting and Chanukah 6th nightDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-12-09 | 00:04:53 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses how to help and accept your kids individuality on the fifth night of ChanukahChanuka Parenting 5Description | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-12-09 | 00:08:27 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses how to parent Teens Parenting 4Description | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-12-09 | 00:26:21 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Heller discuses Parenting for kids ages 10 - Teens Chanuka Parenting 3Description | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-12-06 | 00:16:52 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses parenting for kids ages 4-10Chanukah Parenting 2Description | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-12-06 | 00:17:25 | |
| in This Torah class Rebbetzin Heller gives insight into Parenting kids in the early stages of lifeChanukah parenting 1Description | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-12-03 | 00:11:32 | |
| The many reasons that the Torah designates the joyous holiday of Sukkot as "Z'man Simchaseinu."The Multiple Reasons for the Happiness of SukkotDescription | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2020-10-14 | 00:51:45 | |
| After the Month of Elul and Rosh Hashanah, why do we still need the 10 days of Repentance and Yom Kippur?Why Do We Need Ten Days of Repentance?Description | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2020-10-14 | 01:00:49 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses the Holiday of Sukkot in times of Covid 19Sukkot in Our TimesDescription | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-09-30 | 00:40:43 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses the Holiday of Sukkot in times of the pandemic Sukkot in Our TimesDescription | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-09-30 | 00:40:43 | |
| Continues Al Cheit Series of previous years . Yom Kippur Al Cheit Brazenness vs BashfulnessDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2020-09-21 | 01:02:59 | |
| Rosh Hashana without the Shofar . How does it work? Silent Shofar - Rosh Hashana on ShabbasDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2020-09-17 | 01:03:21 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses Covid and Rosh Rosh Hashana Rosh Hashana in Times of CovidDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-09-12 | 00:41:26 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses the month of ElulElul in Our TimesDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-09-11 | 00:40:48 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller discusses how to make the day of Tisha B'Av relevant to our days Making Tisha B'Av RelevantDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-07-27 | 00:47:52 | |
| An Unlikely Heroine - A Study on Megillat EstherAn Unlikely Heroine - A Study on Megillat EstherDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Dr. Esther Shkop | 2020-06-19 | 01:06:15 | |
| Forgiveness and Atonement - Which Is Divine? Variations of Repentance in Light of Psalm 130Forgiveness and Atonement - Which Is Divine? Variations of Repentance in Light of Psalm 130Description | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Dr. Esther Shkop | 2020-06-11 | 00:51:02 | |
| 13 Attributes of Mercy - The Bonds of Love Between G-d and Israel13 Attributes of Mercy - The Bonds of Love Between G-d and IsraelDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Dr. Esther Shkop | 2020-06-11 | 01:01:38 | |
| The Piyutim – Liturgical Poetry – of the HaggadahThe Piyutim – Liturgical Poetry – of the HaggadahDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Dr. Esther Shkop | 2020-06-11 | 00:50:20 | |
| Symbolism in YonahSymbolism in YonahDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Dr. Esther Shkop | 2020-06-11 | 00:52:49 | |
| Hidden Heroines of ChanukahHidden Heroines of ChanukahDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Dr. Esther Shkop | 2020-06-11 | 00:59:22 | |
| A Study of Eicha - Lamentations - איכה ישבה בדד | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Dr. Esther Shkop | 2020-06-11 | 01:10:47 | |
| the gift of ShavuosShavuos Continuous CarryingDescription | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2020-06-11 | ||
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah heller discusses the 7 midot that are correspondence to the 7 weeks of Sefirah The 7 Middot for the 7 weeks of SefirahDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-05-03 | 00:32:06 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin TziporahHeller discusses Sefirat Hahomer during the Corona VirusSefirat Haomer During CoronaDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-04-26 | 00:19:02 | |
| In this Torah class Rebbetzin Tzi;orah Heller discusses the Holiday of PesachPesach 5780Description | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2020-03-30 | ||
| What does the Haggadah mean when it states that Yaakov went down to Egypt 'forced by the speech'? An exploration of the power of speech as learned from this statement.Haggadah: Spectacular SpeechDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2020-03-24 | 01:01:58 | |
| How can we understand the custom of dipping maror, the traditional bitter herbs, into charoset, a sweet mixture of apples, wine, and nuts?Pesach: Comprehending CharosetDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2020-03-24 | 01:03:29 | |
| This class explores the connection between Havdala and Purim, as expressed in the passuk from the megilla which is included in the weekly havdaa, "layehudim haysa orah v'simcha v'sasson viykar', 'and the Jews had light, joy, rejoicing, and honor'.Honoring HavdalaDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2020-03-08 | 01:05:38 | |
| What it is that makes the Simcha of Purim so special.The Special Significance of the Happiness of PurimDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2020-03-04 | 00:57:19 | |
| Why is there a custom to dress up in costume on Purim?Costumes ConsideredDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2020-03-03 | 01:00:53 | |
| The importance of praise and thanksgiving in the celebration of Chanuka.Chanuka: Acknowledging and AcclaimingDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2019-12-22 | 00:53:34 | |
| Why is a miracle witnessed by so few commemorated so publicly?Chanukah: a Public CelebrationDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2019-12-12 | 00:59:14 | |
| An in-depth exploration of the 'al chet' recited during Yom Kippur, 'b'siach siftotenu', 'with our endless prattling'.Yom Kippur: Persistent PrattleDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2019-10-06 | 01:03:01 | |
| What do the Sages mean when they state that the Torah was given 'by force', as Hashem held Mt. Sinai over the Jewish nation and provided a seeming ultimatum on accepting the Torah? An in-depth journey into this topic.Mountain MomentumDescription | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2019-06-03 | 1:03:15 | |
| An exploration of the miracle of the oil on Chanuka.Fiery Facets and FacesDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2018-12-02 | 1:04:23 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class), Rebbetzin Heller explores the relationship between Rosh Chodesh and women. We learn in the Torah, that the women's faith was greater than the men's, since they did not take part in the sin of the Golden Calf. Because of this, the women were rewarded with a "partial holiday" of Rosh Chodesh.Rosh Chodesh and WomenDescription | Jewish calendar, Rosh Chodesh | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2018-11-22 | 47:31 | |
| Focuses on the incredible phenomenon of mass suicide in various Jewish communities faced with the choice of death or conversion to Christianity.Kinna 22: Mass Suicide For Hashem's NameDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rabbi Avishai David | 2018-10-09 | 56:38 | |
| Explains the background and meaning of the kinna by Elazar haKalir entitled 'V'ata amarta, heitiv eitiv imach'. In this kinna, the special relationship of the Jewish People with Hashem as promised seems to be shattered, as troubles and tribulations are unleashed on the Jewish nation during the time of the Churban.Kinna 18: Broken RelationshipDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rabbi Avishai David | 2018-10-09 | 55:51 | |
| Explains kinna number nine, "Eicha Tifarti", in detail. The kinna describes the tragedies of Jewish history, and the terrible consequences of distorting its causes.The Lessons of Jewish HistoryDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rabbi Avishai David | 2018-10-09 | 54:34 | |
| Explicates the themes and structure of the kinna "Eicha Atzta B'Apecha", Examining the reaction of the Jewish people to the destruction of the exile.Bemoaning G-d's AngerDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rabbi Avishai David | 2018-10-09 | 54:13 | |
| Analyzes the themes of the first kinna. This Kinna describes the sudden shock of the Churban, as well as the mourning of both Hashem and the Jewish People at the unbelievable loss of the Beit Hamikdash.Spiritual DestructionDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rabbi Avishai David | 2018-10-09 | 52:48 | |
| An overview of the dual nature of Tisha B'av as a day of mourning and a public fast day. Rabbi David then reviews Megillat Eicha, and shows how it parallels many of the themes of the Kinnot.Eicha: Yirmiyahu's KinnaDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rabbi Avishai David | 2018-10-09 | 53:29 | |
| An in-depth look at galus (exile) and what it means today.Four Exiles, Four Challenges and Four Pathways - Part 2Description | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2018-06-07 | 1:00:47 | |
| An introductory look at golus (exile).Four Exiles, Four Challenges and Four Pathways - Part 1Description | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2018-05-31 | 1:00:07 | |
| Behukosai class which is about ShavuosFortuitous FruitsDescription | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2018-05-13 | 48:58 | |
| Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses The holiday of Chanuka.Final FlamesDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2017-12-14 | 1:04:11 | |
| In honor of Lag BaOmer, Rebbetzin Heller delves into the idea of the beauty of each individual and how that theme relates to us. In this class, Rebbetzin Heller explains the deeper messages behind the deaths of the 24,000 students of Rabbi Akiva, and the gift that Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai bequeathed to us.The Beauty of Every JewDescription | Jewish calendar, Lag BaOmer | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2017-12-14 | 47:18 | |
| Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses a period in the Jewish calendar known as Shovavim.Shovavim - Self ImprovementDescription | Jewish calendar, Shovavim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2017-12-13 | 45:37 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the holiday of Tu B'Shvat. From a Chassidic perspective, this class delves into the spiritual meaning and function of the day. Just as a tree, acts as a conduit between the rain-soaked earth and the blossoming fruit, Man's purpose in this world is to use the word of G-d to galvanize himself to positive action. This class also discusses deep significance of each of the Seven Species that are unique to the Land of Israel. Tu B'shvat: Combining Heaven and EarthDescription | Jewish calendar, Tu B'Shvat | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2017-12-12 | 46:09 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Tu B'shvat, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller describes the nature of the day, its relationship to Eretz Yisrael (the land of Israel), and how we can connect to the day in our own lives. The class also explains the concept of the number 15. Tu B'Shvat: Focus on Eretz YisraelDescription | Jewish calendar, Tu B'Shvat | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2017-12-12 | 30:27 | |
| 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. The Four ParshiyotDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg | 2017-12-11 | 42:15 | |
| Using Halacha and Chassidus, Rabbi Hershel Reichman expounds on the differences between the destruction of the First Jewish Temple and the Second Temple. The Fast of the Tenth of TevetDescription | Jewish calendar, Tenth of Tevet | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2017-12-11 | 52:20 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rebbetzin Heller discusses the unique essence of the mitzvah of Rosh Chodesh, as described in the Torah. Rosh Chodesh: A Time of RenewalDescription | Jewish calendar, Rosh Chodesh | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2017-12-11 | 41:59 | |
| In this Shiur (Torah class) Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the special event that occured on Erev Pesach; Birkat Hachama. Birkat HachamaDescription | Jewish calendar, Birkat Hachama | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2017-12-11 | 1:01:43 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Michael Taubes presents an overview of the unique Bikat Hachama, blessing on the sun. This bracha is only said once every 28 years, and falls out this year on Erev Pesach. Rabbi Taubes explains the reason and calculations behind the bracha, as well as provides insight into the significance of the event. Birkat Hachama: Blessing on the SunDescription | Jewish calendar, Birkat Hachama | Rabbi Michael Taubes | 2017-12-11 | 58:26 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Shimon Isaacson speaks about the special event that occured on Erev Pesach; Birkat Hachama. Birkat HachamaDescription | Jewish calendar, Birkat Hachama | Rabbi Shimon Isaacson | 2017-12-11 | 41:31 | |
| In this class (Shiur) Mrs Shira smiles discusses Hoshana Rabba.Hoshana RabbaDescription | Jewish calendar, Hoshana Rabba | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2017-12-11 | 1:04:44 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses Tu B'Av.Tu B'AvDescription | Jewish calendar, Tu B'Av | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2017-12-11 | 1:03:06 | |
| Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses The power of the oral law on the holiday of Chanukah.Chanukah The Power Of The Oral LawDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2017-12-10 | 59:51 | |
| By studying the battle of the Chashmonaim against the Greeks, we can apply that to our own everyday lives.Chanukah: Learning About Our Own Struggle with EvilDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2017-12-09 | 1:01:30 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the Holiday of Chanuka.Vintage VesselDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2017-12-08 | 1:05:20 | |
| Rabbi Michael Taubes discusses the unique aspect of publicizing the miracle of Chanukah.Chanukah: Publicizing The MiracleDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Michael Taubes | 2017-12-07 | 41:32 | |
| Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the significance of the fifth night of Chanukah.The Fifth LightDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2017-12-06 | 1:01:45 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses the holiday Of Chanuka.ChanukaDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2017-12-05 | 1:01:03 | |
| Commitment And Containment | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2017-12-05 | 1:04:52 | |
| Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the zman of lighting the Chanuka lights.The Zman of Chanuka LightingDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2017-12-05 | 43:43 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Michael Taubes explains the halachik holiness of the menorah lights during Chanuka. The Holiness of the LightsDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Michael Taubes | 2017-12-05 | 52:14 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class) on Chanuka, Mrs. Shira Smiles raises a number of questions about the holiday. Firstly, why is the miracle of the oil the main focus, instead of the miraculous military victory? Secondly, what is the significance of 'zot Chanuka', the last day of Chanuka. Chanuka: Affectionate LightDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2017-12-05 | 1:04:17 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Chanuka, Rabbi Avishai David continues his explication of Maoz Tzur, the hymn sung after candle lighting on Chanuka. Part of the obligation to publicize the miracles of Chanuka (pirsumei nisa) is to verbally praise Hashem for them. Maoz Tzur incorporates praise for the miracle of the oil, as well as for the victory on battle, and also discusses the hardships and salvation experienced by the Jewish nation throughout history. Appreciating Miracles: Maoz Tzur, Part 2Description | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Avishai David | 2017-12-05 | 55:01 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Chanuka, Rabbi Avishai David explicates the beautiful poem sung by Jewish families throughout the world after candle lighting, known as Maoz Tzur. Rabbi David discusses the historical background of the liturgical poem, how it became customary to recite it during Chanuka, its roots in Tanach, as well as its structure and its themes of galut (exile) and geula (redemption). Maoz Tzur, Part 1Description | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Avishai David | 2017-12-05 | 59:02 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Chanuka, Rabbi Moshe Nechemia Reichman delves into the deeper meaning behind the mitzvah to light the menorah.The Preciousness of ChanukaDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Moshe N. Reichman | 2017-12-05 | 48:10 | |
| Rebbitzin Tziporah Heller discusses the Holiday of Chanukah.ChanukahDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2017-12-03 | 39:45 | |
| Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbam discusses the month Of Tevet At the walls surrounding Old City of Jerusalem.Surrounding GoodnessDescription | Jewish calendar, Tenth of Tevet | Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum | 2015-12-23 | 20:22 | |
| Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbam discusses the tenth day Of Tevet.The Inheritance Of Goodness 2Description | Jewish calendar, Tenth of Tevet | Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum | 2015-12-22 | 13:17 | |
| Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbam continues discussing the month Of Tevet.The Inheritance Of GoodnessDescription | Jewish calendar, Tenth of Tevet | Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum | 2015-12-21 | 11:11 | |
| Mrs. shoshie Nissenbam discusses the month Of Tevet.Collecting The Good In TevetDescription | Jewish calendar, Tenth of Tevet | Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum | 2015-12-20 | 13:14 | |
| Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum provides inspirational insights about the message of the dreidel, live from the Old City of Jerusalem. (Because of the unusual venue of the shiur, there are lots of authentic 'Old City' background sounds.)Inspiration for Chanuka Night 7Description | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum | 2015-12-14 | 5:01 | |
| Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum provides inspirational insights about the message of the dreidel, live from the Old City of Jerusalem. (Because of the unusual venue of the shiur, there are lots of authentic 'Old City' background sounds.)Inspiration for Chanuka Night 6Description | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum | 2015-12-13 | 5:01 | |
| Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum provides inspirational insights about the message of the dreidel, live from the Old City of Jerusalem. (Because of the unusual venue of the shiur, there are lots of authentic 'Old City' background sounds.)Inspiration for Chanuka Night 5Description | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum | 2015-12-12 | 5:01 | |
| Inspiration for Chanuka Night 4 | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum | 2015-12-11 | 11:11 | |
| Inspiration for Chanuka Night 3 | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum | 2015-12-10 | 6:34 | |
| Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum shares more wisdom from beside the tomb of the Maccabees in the anceint town of Modiin.Inspiration for Chanuka Night 2Description | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum | 2015-12-09 | 6:34 | |
| The First Night Of Chanukah | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum | 2015-12-08 | 15:11 | |
| Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses the Holiday of Chanukah.Chanukah - The Yom Tov Of The Talmudic Oral LawDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2014-12-18 | 1:01:53 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Chanuka, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller shows us how to incorporate the lessons of Chanuka, and the struggle with the forces of Yavan (Hellenism), into our daily existence.Chanuka: The Inner BattleDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2014-12-11 | 50:13 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the underlying spiritual conflict between the Jews and the Greeks. Based on the Shem MiShmuel, this class provides an understanding of the basic Jewish belief system.Chanuka; Faith over FateDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2014-12-10 | 46:02 | |
| 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: Wonders of WarDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2014-12-09 | 1:01:25 | |
| 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.Chanuka, Vayeishev, and MikeitzDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg | 2014-12-08 | 51:27 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Chanuka, Mrs. Shira Smiles raises the question of why, in Al HaNissim, we give thanks to Hashem for wars. Chanukah: Light of ClarityDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2014-12-06 | 51:59 | |
| In 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.Yosef and YavanDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2014-12-05 | 1:03:45 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira smiles gives insight into Chanuka.Chanuka - Pieces Of PeaceDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2014-12-05 | 1:02:15 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rabbi Hershel Riechman discusses the Holy Day Of Shabbos.The Holy Day Of ShabbosDescription | Jewish calendar, Shabbat | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2014-10-22 | 56:07 | |
| Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses what is the judgment of Rosh Hashana focused on.The Judgment Of Rosh HashanaDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2014-09-22 | 1:03:31 | |
| Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses the Students Of Rabbi Akiva.The Students Of Rabbi AkivaDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2014-05-22 | 1:01:31 | |
| Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses The Power Of The Month Of Iyar.The Power Of The Month Of IyarDescription | Jewish calendar, Lag BaOmer | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2014-03-28 | 58:38 | |
| Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses the Holiday of Pesach.PesachDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2014-03-27 | 1:01:48 | |
| Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses the Connection between the Month Of Adar and Nissan.The Connection Between The Month Of Adar And NissanDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim, Pesach | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2014-03-24 | 1:01:48 | |
| Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses Happiness in the month of Adar.SimchaDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2014-03-21 | 57:13 | |
| Rebbetzin Leah Kohn the Month Of Adar.The Power Of The Month Of AdarDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2014-02-27 | 1:04:40 | |
| Rebbetzin Leah Kohn gives insight into the month of Kislev as it relates to the month of Chanuka, as well as the power of the Tribe of Binyamin.The Power of The Month of KislevDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2013-11-21 | 1:03:19 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Dina Schoonmaker gives insight into Chanuka and gratitudeThe Attitude of GratitudeDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Mrs Dina Schoonmaker | 2013-11-20 | 55:20 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefirat HaOmer, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the statement of the Sfas Emes that the entire year is spiritually dependent on these days. Sefira: Setting the StageDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2011-05-01 | 1:00:42 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class) on chinuch, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller guides parents and educators on how to make Chanukah meaningful for our children, with age-appropriate stories and discussions which will deepen their appreciation for this holiday. Teaching Children the Beauty of ChanukaDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2009-12-01 | 31:52 | |
| In this Torah class (shiur) on the story of Yehuda and Tamar, Mrs. Shira Smiles begins the topic by exploring why this episode is placed in the middle of the narrative of the sale of YosefYehuda's Descent from his BrothersDescription | Jewish calendar, Other | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2009-10-26 | 47:28 | |
| In this chinuch class on making Torah concepts real to children of all ages, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller guides parents on how to introduce children to the mindset of Elul and the themes of Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur on three levels; early childhood, middle childhood, and teens. Elul, Rosh Hashana, and Yom Kippur for ChildrenDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2009-09-09 | 51:31 | |
| The final class on the Haftora of Shabbat Shuva, discussing the centrality of Eretz Yisrael and the meaning of the verse 'Hashem's ways are straight'. The lesson for us is to take every circumstance in life and utilize it to better serve Hashem.Hashem's Ways are StraightDescription | Jewish calendar, Shabbat Shuva | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2009-09-05 | 57:28 | |
| 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.Images of Hashem's Love for His PeopleDescription | Jewish calendar, Shabbat Shuva | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2009-09-04 | 47:55 | |
| 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.Torah and Tefilla: Components of TeshuvaDescription | Jewish calendar, Shabbat Shuva | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2009-09-03 | 52:15 | |
| On the Haftarah of Shabbat Shuva from where 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.The Intrinsic Purity of Every JewDescription | Jewish calendar, Shabbat Shuva | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2009-09-02 | 52:18 | |
| In this Torah shiur on marriage and shidduchim, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller speaks about what the 15th day of Av represents. On this day, the heavenly attributes of Chochma and Binah combine, as do the middot of Tiferet and Malchut. This merging of forces represents the completion of the soul through marriage. Tu B'Av and the Essence of MarriageDescription | Jewish calendar, Tu B'Av | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2009-07-21 | 51:28 | |
| Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the significance of the Four Questions, based on the Shem Mishmuel explanation of the concept of number four.The Significance of FourDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2009-04-01 | 37:53 | |
| Mrs. Chana Prero explains the section of Maggid, which contains the story of the slavery and oppression of the Jewish people, the ten plagues, the miraculous redemption, and the discussion of the obligations of the Seder night.Explication of MaggidDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Mrs. Chana Prero | 2009-03-28 | 1:00:03 | |
| Rabbi Hershel Reichman presents the Chassidic view of the Korban Pesach, the Pascal sacrifice. Rabbi Reichman explains how we can still incorporate the effects and lessons of the korban Pesach even when we no longer have a Temple.Korban PesachDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2009-03-27 | 58:22 | |
| Rabbi Hershel Reichman explains the significance of the number four which prominently appears in the Seder. Specifically focusing in the four cups of wine, this class gives a Chassidic interpretation of the levels of the soul and how each cup represents a particular level.The Four Cups: Levels of the SoulDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2009-03-25 | 55:33 | |
| Mrs. Chana Prero discusses why the story of the redemption from Egypt begins with the lowly beginnings of the Jewish people as the children of idol-worshipers.Lowly OriginsDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Mrs. Chana Prero | 2009-03-23 | 32:41 | |
| Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the spiritual understanding of matzah. According to Chassidic thought, matzah represents ultimate faith in G-d, which was seen in the Jewish Nation's redemption from Egypt.Matzah: The Essence of FaithDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2009-03-22 | 50:21 | |
| Mrs. Chana Prero traces the development of the Hagaddah which is used at the Pesach Seder.History of the HaggadahDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Mrs. Chana Prero | 2009-03-16 | 38:27 | |
| Rabbi Hershel Reichman explains the prohibition of chametz from a Chassidic perspective. The Shem MiShmuel presents the negative spiritual characteristics which chametz represents, and explains how one should work on eradicating those characteristics during the time of Pesach.The Spritual Characteristics of ChametzDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2009-03-15 | 54:27 | |
| In this question and answer session, Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller addresses real issues and struggles sent in by Naaleh students all over the world. Issues such as how to relate to the war in Southern Israel, dealing with the loneliness of singlehood, strategies to deal with the 'off the derech' phenomenon, how to create the right atmosphere on Shabbat and many others, are related to with sensitivity, wisdom, and humor. Questions and Answers for Today's Jewish Woman, Part 13Description | Jewish calendar, Shabbat | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2009-01-05 | 58:09 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman learns the halachik topic of candle lighting of the menorah right before Shabbat. Delivered in a classroom setting, this shiur provides a elemental understanding of the issue as well as relevant questions.Shabbat and Chanuka LightingDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2008-12-28 | 44:32 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman provides a Chassidic outlook on the essence of the light of Chanuka. taken from the Bnei Yissaschar, a classic Chassidic work, this shiur enlightens and inspires the soul.The Hidden Light of ChanukaDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2008-12-27 | 55:58 | |
| Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the halachik concept of mehadrin min mehadrin in relation to the Chanuka menorah. Mehadrin Min HaMehadrinDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2008-12-26 | 43:18 | |
| Rabbi Hershel Reichman analyzes the differences between the lights of Chanuka and the lights of Shabbat. Halachik Analysis of Lighting CandlesDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2008-12-25 | 43:41 | |
| Mrs. Shira Smiles talks about the inner and outer connections of Chanuka.Chanuka: Inner and Outer ConnectionDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2008-12-22 | 1:01:07 | |
| Rabbi Avishai David expounds on the various miracles of Chanuka, and on the anava (humbleness) of the Maccabees, which was the responsible for their victory. Chanuka: Humble WarriorsDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Avishai David | 2008-12-20 | 51:53 | |
| Mrs. Shira Smiles examines the symbolism of putting the mezuza on the right, the channukiah on the left, and the person lighting the candles in the middle. Chanuka: Expansion of IDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2008-12-17 | 56:42 | |
| Rebbetzin Heller speaks about the Greek way of thinking, which is a fragmented outlook on the world, versus the Jewish unified perspective, and how this distinction relates to the miracles of the war and the lights. Greek Fragmentation and Jewish UnityDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-12-16 | 48:04 | |
| Rabbi Avishai David discusses the background of Chanuka, the distinctions between Chanuka and Purim, Pirsumei Nisa, the Yesod of Chanuka, and the difference of order between the Rambam and the Shulchan Aruch, in memorial of the Mumbai victims.Chanukah: Essence of the JoyDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Avishai David | 2008-12-08 | 1:00:27 | |
| Mrs. Shira Smiles reveals its essence and inner depth in memory of the Mumbai Victims.Chanukah: Revealing the EssenceDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2008-12-03 | 53:33 | |
| Rabbi Michael Taubes explores the final moments of the Yom Kippur davening (prayers) and the joy that comes with true forgiveness.Joy of RepentanceDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rabbi Michael Taubes | 2008-09-26 | 55:18 | |
| Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller sums up the philosophical truths and principles of life that are presented by Shlomo Hamelech (King Solomon) in Sefer Kohelet.Recognizing Reality: Summary of Megillat KoheletDescription | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-09-26 | 44:11 | |
| Rabbi Michael Taubes examines how the bulk of the Yom Kippur davening (prayers) is comprised of Mussaf, in which the details of the Yom Kippur service are described.True AtonementDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rabbi Michael Taubes | 2008-09-25 | 48:44 | |
| Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller speaks about the transience of all physical goals and even our own bodies' eventual demise. Only Yirat Hashem endures.Physical Transience vs. Spiritual EternityDescription | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-09-25 | 47:26 | |
| Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller shows how complex people and situations can be remedied by using the mind, heart, and body in the right way.Solving the Complexities of LifeDescription | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-09-24 | 53:08 | |
| Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller explores the difficulty in resolving the seeming similarity between the fate of the Tzaddik and Rasha.Perek 9: The Fate of the Righteous and the WickedDescription | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-09-23 | 59:31 | |
| Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller talks about how living a life of morality and awareness makes life better in this world, even though we often see Tzaddikim who suffer n this world.Perek 8: Quality of LifeDescription | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-09-22 | 52:00 | |
| Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller continues an anaylsis of Perek 7.Megillat Kohelet: Perek 7, Part 2Description | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-09-21 | 41:46 | |
| Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller explores Perek 7.Megillat Kohelet: Perek 7Description | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-09-20 | 49:15 | |
| Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller continues teaching the fifth perek (chapter) of the megilla. Shlomo Hamelech (King Solomon) speaks about seeing the big picture as one lives one life and finding proper focus in both material and spiritual areas.The Big PictureDescription | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-09-19 | 40:26 | |
| On Megillat Kohelet, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller reads and explains the fifth chapter of the Megilla. This chapter begins with admonishments not to speak disrespectfully of Hashem if one doesn't understand His ways, and of the importance of keeping one's word.Guard Your WordsDescription | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-09-18 | 49:15 | |
| On Megillat Kohelet, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller teaches the fourth perek of the Megilla. In this perek, Shlomo Hamelech (King Solomon) discusses the falsehood of this material world and its accompanying fantasies, the tikkun (fixing) of Gehinom (Hell), and the strength of togetherness and positive human relationships.Justice and BrotherhoodDescription | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-09-17 | 56:51 | |
| On Megillat Kohelet, Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller discusses our relationship with time. Time is a backdrop for many of life's challenges. If we respond to our current challenges with a realization that our response forms us, we will be able to maximize the opportunities we encounter.A Time for All ThingsDescription | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-09-16 | 58:49 | |
| Rabbi Michael Taubes discusses the fundamental aspects of the Yom Kippur Davening (prayers), in particular Kol nidrei and viddui (confession).Returning to G-dDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rabbi Michael Taubes | 2008-09-15 | 57:58 | |
| On Megillat Kohelet, continuing the first perek (chapter) and the beginning of the second perekMegillat Kohelet, Perek 1, Part 2Description | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-09-15 | 49:36 | |
| On Megillat Kohelet, Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller discusses the uniqueness of the five Megillot, and the specific theme of this Megilla. She begins learning the first perek (chapter) inside the text, analyzing the words of the pesukim and delving into their timely messages.Megillat Kohelet, Perek 1Description | Jewish calendar, Sukkot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-09-14 | 47:22 | |
| Rabbi Michael Taubes discusses the Musaf prayer of Rosh HaShana, which contains essential themes of the holiday.Crowning Our KingDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rabbi Michael Taubes | 2008-09-11 | 58:26 | |
| Rabbi Taubes discusses the significance of the Shofar that is blown during the Rosh HaShanah davening. Rabbi Taubes also discusses the custom to eat the simanim, the signs of Rosh Hashana.Shofar: A Call to ReturnDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rabbi Michael Taubes | 2008-09-05 | 1:07:26 | |
| In this question and answer session by Rebbetzin Heller, Jewish women throughout the world reach out with their daily challenges. Rebbetzin Heller addresses each question with sensitivity, wisdom, and humor. Some of the question included in this class are how to feel ready for judgement without attending shul on Rosh Hashana, how to cope with children who are struggling with their Judaism, and how one should deal with the attraction of secular novels and music. Questions and Answers for Today's Jewish Women, Part 4Description | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-08-20 | 49:35 | |
| Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller addresses questions and struggles shared with her by our female members. This shiur (class) touches on many topics, including women's education, personal conflicts in keeping the halachot of tzniut, getting ready for Shabbos, bitachon and doing chessed outside the home. Questions and Answers for Today's Jewish Women, Part 3Description | Jewish calendar, Shabbat | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-08-16 | 1:25:19 | |
| Rabbi Taubes discusses the obligation for prayer. He points out that Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur are specifically designated as days of prayer. However, these days are also deemed as days of joy.Themes of Rosh HaShanaDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rabbi Michael Taubes | 2008-08-15 | 1:08:37 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class), Mrs. Shira Smiles explores the underlying theme of the Three Weeks of Mourning between the 17th of Tammuz and Tisha B'av.The Three Weeks: Continuous CryingDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2008-07-26 | 58:19 | |
| Rabbi Moshe N. Reichman discusses the causes for the Churban, as discussed in the Gemara, and how we can correct ourselves to bring the Geulah.The Causes of Churban HabayitDescription | Jewish calendar, The Three Weeks, Tisha B'av | Rabbi Moshe N. Reichman | 2008-07-09 | 57:07 | |
| The Shem MiShmuel explains the significance of Lag BaOmer and it's practical relevance for our lives.Lag BaOmer: Connecting to Our PeopleDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2008-05-18 | 55:24 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Shimon Isaacson examines whether Sefirat Haomer is a Torah law or a Rabbinic law, and the halacha regarding one who misses a day of counting. Halachot of Sefirat HaomerDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rabbi Shimon Isaacson | 2008-04-02 | 57:31 | |
| Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller finishes her discussion of Megillat Esther, and reviews the four mitzvot of Purim.Megillat Esther, Perakim 7-10Description | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-03-10 | 52:29 | |
| Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller speaks about 'hester panim', hashgacha, and the effect of Tzadikim on their generation.Perakim 6 & 7: Hidden InterventionDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-03-03 | 47:57 | |
| Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller explains how Esther became the epitome of Midat Malchut (characteristic of kingship), and why she needed preparation for this role.Esther: True RoyaltyDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-02-29 | 51:49 | |
| Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller speaks about the nature of doing Teshuva by looking at the methods used by Esther and Mordechai.Returning from the DepthsDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-02-26 | 50:53 | |
| In perek 3, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller examines Hashem's Hashgacha, the purpose of Amalek, and the spiritual forces at battle.Spiritual BattleDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-02-18 | 48:50 | |
| 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.Eternal Struggle: Mordechai and HamanDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-02-11 | 57:40 | |
| 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.Luxurious ExileDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2008-02-04 | 1:02:48 | |
| Redemption from slavery in Egypt freed us from purposeless work to embrace a life of purpose with the Torah. Achieving happiness is a battle of self control. Rabbi Teller discusses how reducing expectations, and feeling gratitude for what we have, will lead us to realize true appreciation, and this will put us on the road to living a life full of happiness. That is real liberation. Available online in streaming video. To purchase mp3 downloads of Rabbi Teller's classes, go to www.ishiur.com.Sefirat HaOmer: Liberation of the MindDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rabbi Hanoch Teller | 2008-01-12 | 47:16 | |
| Mrs. Shira Smiles talks about the fast day of the Tenth of Tevet, as well as the parsha for this week, Parshat Vayechi.Parshat Vayechi & The Tenth of TevetDescription | Jewish calendar, Tenth of Tevet | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2007-12-17 | 59:45 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen expounds upon the idea that understanding the obligation of beautifying the mitzvah of Chanuka helps us understand the miracles that took place in the time of Chanuka. Light Up the SoulDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen | 2007-12-05 | 47:41 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman talks about how Parshat Mikeitz - which is read during Chanukah - is uniquely connected to the themes of the Chanukah holiday. Parshat Mikeitz: Yosef and ChanukahDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2007-12-04 | 50:45 | |
| Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller extrapolates on the following idea by the Sfas Emes: waging war against each of the four types of concealment makes us more aware of Hashem's presence in every facet of ourselves, others, and all the tribes of Israel. Chanuka: Sfas Emes Part 3Description | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2007-12-02 | 59:01 | |
| Rabbi Hershel Reichman delves into the Shem MiShmuel's explanation of the significance of the conflict between Greece and the Jews and discusses this conflict as a battle between the Greek and Jewish intellects. The Wisdom of Greece Vs. The Wisdom of the TorahDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2007-11-26 | 52:20 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses the Torah insights of the Sfas Emes for the fourth, fifth, and sixth nights of Chanuka, dealing with moving beyond everything that is 'Greek'. Chanuka: Sfas Emes Part 2Description | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2007-11-25 | 54:36 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller shares the Torah insights of the Sfas Emes, as he discusses the theme of each night of Chanuka. This class, the first in a three-part series, discusses the first three nights of Chanuka. Chanuka: Sfas Emes Part 1Description | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2007-11-25 | 1:01:50 | |
| The Nations rejected the Torah, while the Jewish People said "Na'aseh V'nishma." Exploring the secret of those who say "Hineini!"Shavuos: Orpa Left, Ruth StayedDescription | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2007-05-24 | 57:59 | |
| Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses that G-d commands us in the Torah to count 50 days from Pesach until Shavuot. There is intense preparation for this holiday, for everything spiritual is determined that dayShavuot- Short IdeaDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2007-05-21 | 4:04 | |
| In this class, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses a great Torah lesson to be learned from the story of Rabbi Akiva's students, who were illustrious scholars and who perished during Sefirat HaOmer.Rabbi Akiva's Students - Sefirat HaOmer VortDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2007-05-13 | 5:26 | |
| The time of Sefirat HaOmer is a time of working on oneself. Mrs. Shira Smiles describes the particular character traits we must attain in order to make our acceptance of the Torah on Shavuot a lasting one.Building Oneself - Sefirat HaOmerDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2007-05-06 | 6:51 | |
| Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses the Holiday of Shavous.Re- Experiencing Receiving of The TorahDescription | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2007-04-29 | 1:00:10 | |
| Rebbetzin Shira Smiles discusses the Holiday of Shavous.Propitious PrayerDescription | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2007-04-29 | 1:03:37 | |
| Mrs. Shira Smiles Discusses Shavuot.Shavuot Milchig MysteryDescription | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2007-04-28 | 1:01:35 | |
| Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses Sfirat Haomer.The Counting of The OmerDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2007-04-28 | 1:01:43 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses why the holiday of Shavuot is called Atzeret.Atzeret AtunementDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2007-04-28 | 1:03:43 | |
| Preparing for Shavuot | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2007-04-28 | 59:08 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Shira Smiles discusses the Holiday of Shavout.Struggle and SupplicationDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2007-04-23 | 55:59 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discuses the Holiday of Shavout.Accepting The TorahDescription | Jewish calendar, Shavuot | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2007-03-18 | 41:44 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Shira Smiles discusses Shavuot.Essential Essence ShavuotDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2007-03-11 | 1:01:35 | |
| Looking at the holiday of Pesach to help us gain knowledge of Hashem.Pesach: The Journey from "And You Shall Know That I Am Hashem" to "The World Will Be Filled with the Knowledge of Hashem"Description | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2007-01-14 | 59:42 | |
| Why is the recitation of Hallel split into two parts at the Seder?Seder: Splitting of SongsDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2007-01-07 | 1:00:51 | |
| Connection between Pesach and Avraham Avinu.Compassion and ConnectionDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2007-01-07 | 58:06 | |
| We learn in the Torah that Yaakov "took" the blessing from Yitzchak on the Seder night. Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses how, during this time, we need to tap into the tremendous blessings that are ready to be bestowed upon us by G-d and his accompanying angels. The Seder night is a time to daven, pray for our children and for future generations.Pesach: 4 minutes of InspirationDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-31 | 3:44 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Shira Smiles discusses the holiday of PesachRecognition and RejoicingDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-31 | 59:08 | |
| Pesach | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-12-25 | 10:21 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the Holiday of Pesach. Silver SettingDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-24 | 58:20 | |
| Rabbi Avishai David discusses the origins of the holiday of Chanuka.ChanukaDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Avishai David | 2006-12-18 | 57:48 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses the Holiday Of Pesach.Who Knows OneDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2006-12-18 | 1:01:27 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Shira Smiles discusses the time between Pesach and Shavuot.Mesorah And MiddotDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-18 | 1:05:18 | |
| Rabbi Hanoch Teller delves into the idea of courage on Chanukah.The Courage of ChanukahDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Hanoch Teller | 2006-12-17 | 43:39 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the Holiday of Pesach.Returning To RootsDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-17 | 1:04:31 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Shira Smiles discusses the Holiday of Shavuot.Everlasting ExperienceDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-17 | 1:06:23 | |
| A unique look into the Yomim Noraim period.Elul Through Yom Kippur: 40 Days of Recreating Our RealityDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2006-12-17 | 1:00:59 | |
| If we are judged every day, why do we have a day of judgment on Rosh Hashanah?Days of Judgement Unlike Any Others - Part 1Description | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2006-12-17 | 00:57:11 | |
| Understanding the monumental prayer of Aleinu L'shabai'ach recited in a unique fashion during the Yamim Noraim.Alenu L'shabeyach: Gigantic GratitidueDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-17 | 01:02:27 | |
| Rabbi Yehoshua Hartman explains why the victory over the Greeks had to come though the Kohanim.The Unique Role of the KohenDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Yehoshua Hartman | 2006-12-17 | 38:02 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the parenting approach to the Seder.Pesach Seder ParentingDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2006-12-17 | 34:28 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses the holiday of Shavuot.ShavuotDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2006-12-17 | 1:03:34 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles gives insight into the holy day of Yom Kippur.Yom Kippur - Hardened HeartsDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-14 | 1:04:16 | |
| In this class, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller expounds upon the Torah concept of Teshuva, repentance.TeshuvaDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-12-14 | 27:06 | |
| In this class (Shiur) Mrs Shira smiles discusses the Holy Day of Yom Kippur.Super SensitivityDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-14 | 1:05:51 | |
| In this class (Shiur) Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses the importance of Teshuva.TeshuvaDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2006-12-14 | 1:05:54 | |
| In this class (shiur) on Yom Kippur, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the Al Cheit of Chillul Hashem, the terrible sin of disgracing the name of Hashem, and how we can live a life of bringing honor to His name.Divine DisgraceDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-14 | 1:05:12 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the holy day of Yom Kippur.Victorious VisionDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-14 | 54:08 | |
| The immense opportunity of the month of Elul.Incredible InvestmentDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-14 | 01:01:07 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hartman explains that the battle of Chanuka was a metaphysical as well as a material one. On Chanuka, we successfully affirmed our desire to connect to the will of G-d through our awareness of the intangible. The Battle over the Oral TorahDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Yehoshua Hartman | 2006-12-14 | 50:25 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the holiday Of Pesach.Capitulation Chessed And ChinuchDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-14 | 1:02:53 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class), Mrs. Shira Smiles explains that Lag BaOmer awakens within us a passion to understand the significance of our personal importance to G-d, and recognize His Love and Devotion to us. She urges us to use this time of intimacy with G-d to pour out our hearts through supplication, prayer and Torah.Lag BaOmer Vort: Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai's LegacyDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-14 | 7:48 | |
| This Torah shiur (class) on Rosh Hashana and Teshuva (repentance) by Rabbi Shimon Isaacson is packed with halachot (laws) and hashkafot (perspectives) relating to the call of the day. Hilchot TeshuvaDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rabbi Shimon Isaacson | 2006-12-10 | 46:45 | |
| Rabbi Hanoch Teller continues his theme of Teshuva, repentance, in this shiur (Torah class). The class discusses examples of true teshuva, and a discussion of what can be expected of us over the Days of Awe. Path to TeshuvaDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rabbi Hanoch Teller | 2006-12-10 | 31:23 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the "Al Chet" for items concerning food and drink, and focuses on the mindset one must develop through proper brachot, etiquette of eating, and netillat yadayim (washing of the hands). Soul FoodDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-10 | 1:03:13 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Rosh Hashana, Mrs. Shira Smiles examines what we are actually davening for in the prayers for Rosh Hashana.Rectification of the RecalcitrantDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-10 | 55:51 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Yom Kippur, Rabbi Avishai David explores the origins of the tradition to blow the shofar on motzei Yom Kippur, bringing to light ideas about Yom Kippur and teshuva. Blowing the Shofar on Motzei Yom KippurDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rabbi Avishai David | 2006-12-10 | 55:49 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Yom Kippur, Mrs. Shira Smiles examines the reasons for reading Sefer Yonah on Yom Kippur, to gain a deeper understanding of what Yom Kippur is about. Perception and PurificationDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-10 | 1:00:43 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Yom Kippur, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the prayer of Neilah, and in particular, the line that says that we should "refrain from the repressiveness of our hand."Yom Kippur: Sin of SwindlingDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-10 | 58:36 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses the holy day of Yom Kippur.Yom Kippur: A Gift Of ClarityDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2006-12-10 | 58:02 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) Rabbi Hanoch Teller talks about having true bravery in our day-to-day lives. Available online in streaming video. To purchase an mp3 download, go to www.ishiur .com.How to Be a Modern-Day MaccabeeDescription | Jewish calendar, Chanuka | Rabbi Hanoch Teller | 2006-12-10 | 41:41 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach Sheini, Mrs. Shira Smiles examines how we can access the message of the day, and how it connects to the fifth week of Sefirat Ha'omer, the week of Hod. Pesach SheiniDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-12-10 | 1:02:20 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman explains the spiritual characteristics of Lag BaOmer. Taken from the Shem MiShmuel, this class describes the lessons taught by Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai and how one can incorporate those teachings in our present day lives. Lag BaOmer: Balancing the Individual and the NationDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2006-12-10 | 52:18 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on the holiday of Pesach, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson looks at some of the symbols used at the Seder, such as the matza, called lechem oni, and the charoset. Rabbi Isaacson also discusses the seeming interruption of Hallel for Shulchan Orech, the eating of the festive meal. The Symbols of PesachDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Shimon Isaacson | 2006-12-03 | 48:40 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson discusses some of the major themes in the Hagadda. Rabbi Jacobson provides a general understanding as well as specific insights in the Hagaddah.Themes of the HagaddahDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Ari Jacobson | 2006-11-26 | 58:36 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen presents the Pesach experience. Rabbi Cohen animatedly explains how to truly experience Pesach on a spiritual level. The Pesach ExperienceDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen | 2006-11-26 | 48:50 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class) on Pesach, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about some aspects of transformation that we can feel through the dynamic and spiritual aspects of the seder. Pesach: TransformationDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-11-20 | 1:02:13 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg learns lessons in chinuch and avodat Hashem from the questions and answers of the four sons of the Hagaddah. The class emphasizes the need to ask sincere questions throughout our lives. Lessons from the Four SonsDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg | 2006-11-19 | 49:14 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) about the last day of Pesach, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller explains how Kriat Yam Suf (the splitting of the sea and the drowning of the Egyptian army), was different from the miracles of Egypt, why this added salvation was necessary for the Jewish people, and what we can learn from it. Lessons from the Splitting of the SeaDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-11-19 | 51:38 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Avishai David surveys the halachic opinions of the Ibn Ezra, Rambam, the Vilna Gaon, the Chizkuni, and others, in regards to the Mitzvah of Eating Matza on the night of the Seder and for the rest of the holiday of Pesach. This class thoroughly covers the topic of eating Matzah from a halachic and hashkafic perspective. The Mitzvah of Eating MatzahDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Avishai David | 2006-11-18 | 57:58 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the spiritual significance of the last days of Pesach. Based on the Shem MiShmuel, Rabbi Reichman explains how the last days of Pesach represent a holiday celebrating the tzibur, nation of Israel as a whole.Shevi'i Shel PesachDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2006-11-13 | 47:20 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Heller discusses Rosh Hashana and the Holy days.Days Of AweDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-09-18 | 17:19 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on the holiday of Pesach, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller speaks about the meaning of chometz, the deeper role of the Halachot (laws) pertaining to it, and how one can internalize the lessons of removing chometz and move beyond 'self'. Dedicated in memory of Jacob and Laura Elbirt, by their daughter Paula Elbirt.Chometz: Moving Beyond SelfDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-09-18 | 56:06 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Lag Ba'omer, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses the essence of Lag Ba'omer; why it occurs when it does, the death of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai's students, and Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai himself. Lag Ba'omerDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-09-18 | 34:59 | |
| In this shiur (class) on Teshuva, Rabbi Hanoch Teller outlines the path to true repentance. Peppered with inspirational, poignant, and humorous stories, the theme of Teshuva is masterfully illustrated with real life examples. Path to Teshuva, Part IDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rabbi Hanoch Teller | 2006-09-17 | 29:03 | |
| Purim: Learning how to open the gates of heaven by examining the prayers of Mordechai, Esther and the Jewish ChildrenPurim: The Power of PrayerDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2006-09-17 | 56:39 | |
| In this Torah shiur on the holiday of Pesach, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg discusses the dual symbolism of Matzah, and the themes of Galut and Geula at the Seder night. The Dual Symbolism of MatzahDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg | 2006-09-17 | 47:49 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the Holiday Of Shavout.Clarity And ConfusionDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-17 | 1:03:14 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Mrs. Shira Smiles explains the concept of Teshuva, Tefillah, and Tzedaka, and their ability to annul the evil decree. Multi-Dimensional TeshuvaDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-16 | 58:38 | |
| The role of prayer in the Purim story, and its lessons for prioritizing prayer on Purim.Purim: Petition and PerspectiveDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-16 | 57:22 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Mrs. Shira Smiles asks a number of questions on the haggadah, to develop a proper mindset for the Seder night. Pesach: Wine and Wheat WhispersDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-16 | 1:01:40 | |
| Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller speaks about the value of individual choices as they relate to the holiday of Shavuot, when the Jewish people exercised their Free Will by wholeheartedly accepting the Torah.Personal Kabbalat HaTorahDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-09-16 | 5:38 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller discusses the Holy day of Yom Kippuer and the woek the Cohen Gadol does on that dayYom Kippur The Avoda of the Cohen GadolDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-09-15 | 30:59 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg discusses Esther's role in the megillah, and the seeming switch in her persona. Purim: Esther's RoleDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg | 2006-09-15 | 42:30 | |
| In this class on Pesach, Rabbi Avishai David discusses the ideas behind the song of Echad Mi Yode'a, which is said at the end of the Seder.Echad Mi Yode'aDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Avishai David | 2006-09-15 | 44:28 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefirat HaOmer, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg discusses some of the ideas of Sefirat HaOmer, and in particular Rabbi Akiva's students.Derech Eretz Kadma l'TorahDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg | 2006-09-15 | 46:37 | |
| In this class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses the importance of taking advantage of this special time of yearDays of AweDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-09-14 | 00:36:32 | |
| in this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira smiles discusses the Holiday of PurimPoors PortionDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-14 | 1:01:52 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson speaks about the concept of not bundling mitzvot together, which comes up in a number of areas in the Seder. Bundling MitzvotDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Shimon Isaacson | 2006-09-14 | 47:03 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class) on Shavuot, Mrs. Shira Smiles points out that the Torah was supposed to be given on Friday, the fiftieth day of the omer, but was in fact given on Shabbat, the fifty-first. Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses some of the questions regarding this reality. Why did Moshe add an extra day of preparation at har sinai? If the world was waiting since creation for the acceptance of the Torah on Friday, how could Moshe push it off? If the Torah was given on the seventh day of Sivan, then why is the sixth day of Sivan referred to as the day we received the Torah? Shavuot: Expanding RealityDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-14 | 59:59 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the lessons of Sefer Yonah, which is read on Yom Kipur. Rabbi Isaacson delves into the many messages of the sefer, and how they relate to the essence of Yom Kippur.Maftir YonahDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rabbi Shimon Isaacson | 2006-09-13 | 46:21 | |
| 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. Purim: Pride and PrayerDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-13 | 1:00:29 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Avishai David explores the piyut of Vayehi B'Chatzi Halayla, which is said at the end of the Pesach Seder. Vayehi B'Chatzi HalaylaDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Avishai David | 2006-09-13 | 47:53 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Shavuot, Mrs. Shira Smiles examines the different names of the holiday, to get a better understanding of what our service on Shavuot is about. Additionally, Mrs. Smiles speaks about why we have the custom of reading Megillat Rut on Shavuot. Shavuot & Rut: Inner DimensionDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-13 | 58:10 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses the depth of Maftir Yona which is read on Yom KippurMaftir YonaDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-09-13 | 19:00 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on the month of Adar, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about what we can learn from having two months of Adar. Mrs. Smiles also speaks about the sign of Adar, the fish. Adar: Achieving AlignmentDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-13 | 1:00:19 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on the Pesach Seder, Mrs. Shira Smiles how, on a festival that represents an erratic type of movement, we call the first night of Pesach Leil HaSeder, the night of order.Pesach Seder: Higher OrderDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-13 | 1:01:58 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), Rebbetzin Shoshie Nissenbaum provides guidance on how to prepare oneself to receive the Torah on Shavuot. Making Ourselves a Vessel for Receiving TorahDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum | 2006-09-13 | 33:09 | |
| Yom KippurYom KippurDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-12 | 1:01:35 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses Happiness as the essence of Purim.Simcha - The Essence Of PurimDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2006-09-12 | 59:52 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the mitzvah of matza, and the idea of 'lechem oni.' Lechem OniDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Shimon Isaacson | 2006-09-12 | 24:41 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Shavuot, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg speaks about the striking facts that the Torah does not give a date for Shavuot, and that there is a disagreement over the actual date of matan Torah.Every Day is Matan TorahDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg | 2006-09-12 | 48:10 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses why Rosh Hashana is a two day holiday. Double DaysDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-11 | 55:57 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the Holiday of Purim.Esther - Everlasting ExperienceDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-11 | 1:03:15 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses some of the halachot and some of the hashkafa surrounding the mitzva of four cups of wine.The Four CupsDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Shimon Isaacson | 2006-09-11 | 48:27 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class) on preparing for Shavuot, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller explains how Matan Torah (the giving of the Torah) at Har Sinai formed the core of our Emunah, demonstrating that Hashem is the Source of everything in this world, including what is usually described as Nature. Har Sinai: Foundation of EmunahDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-09-11 | 45:34 | |
| The Silent Sound Of The Shofar | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-10 | 1:05:51 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class), by Rabbi Michael Taubes, the halachic 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.Megillah Reading During the Night and DayDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rabbi Michael Taubes | 2006-09-10 | 51:07 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller speaks about the splitting of the sea, which took place on the seventh day of Pesach.Shvi'i Shel Pesach: The Splitting of the SeaDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-09-10 | 47:38 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Shavuot, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the idea that receiving the Torah is re-enacted every year on Shavuot.Shavuot: Acceptance, ActionDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-10 | 1:02:56 | |
| In this class (shiur) Dayan Shlomo Cohen discusses the business approach to Rosh Hashana.The Businessman's Approach To Rosh HashanaDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Dayan Shlomo Cohen | 2006-09-09 | 29:37 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Parshat Zachor, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the mitzva to eradicate Amalek. Amalek: Eradicating EvilDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-09 | 1:03:15 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the mitzva of reciting Hallel at the Seder.Hallel at the SederDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Shimon Isaacson | 2006-09-09 | 34:08 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Shavuot, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the custom of decorating our homes and shuls with greenery on Shavuot. Shavuot: Regeneration & RejoicingDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-09 | 57:48 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses Rosh Hashana.Rosh Hashana - Recognizing RealityDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-08 | 1:02:16 | |
| In this Torah class (shiur) on Purim, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg takes us a journey through the megilla, showing the myriad miracles buried in the seemingly mundane parts of the story of Purim. Hidden Miracles in the MegillaDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg | 2006-09-08 | 50:55 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Avishai David continues exploring the recitation of Hallel on Pesach. Hallel on Pesach, Part 2Description | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Avishai David | 2006-09-08 | 49:09 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira smiles discusses the holiday of Shavout.Aspiring AcceptanceDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-08 | 1:03:43 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Rosh Hashana, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the minhag of dipping challah and apples into honey, and what the significance is of the honey.Sovereignty and SweetnessDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-07 | 59:06 | |
| In this class(shiur) Rebbetzin Shira Smiles discusses Purim.Purim- Trees TreasonDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-07 | 1:02:38 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Avishai David speaks about the mitzvah of reciting Hallel on Pesach. Hallel on PesachDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Avishai David | 2006-09-07 | 49:32 | |
| In this Torah class (shiur) on the holiday of Shavuot, Mrs. Shira Smiles talks about the connection between Megillat Rut and Matan Torah. Ruth: Core of ChessedDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-07 | 1:01:17 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class) on Rosh Hashana, Mrs. Shira Smiles raises some questions and answers to remind us of the basic ideas of the holiday. Rosh Hashana: Our TurnDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-06 | 1:01:11 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the Holiday of Purim.Lots of Luck - PurimDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-06 | 1:02:19 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Mrs. Shira Smiles examines what Pesach is about, based on the way the Rabbis have described the name of the holiday. Freedom from Self to SelfDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-06 | 59:27 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on the holiday of Shavuot, Mrs. Shira Smiles talks about the message behind the minhag, custom, of staying up all night on Shavuot night, learning Torah.Shavuot: Rectifying the ReposeDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-06 | 59:16 | |
| In this interactive Torah class (shiur) on the simanim of Rosh Hashana, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the concept of eating symbolic foods during the evening meal of Rosh Hashana.Harbingers of Blessing: A Practical Guide to the Simanim of Rosh HashanaDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rabbi Shimon Isaacson | 2006-09-05 | 22:23 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the great redemption of Purim.Purim The Great Test Before The Great RedemptionDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2006-09-05 | 10:01 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Beinsh Ginsburg explains the connections between the statements of the Sages of the Mishna, which make up much of the narrative of the Haggadah, and the written Torah. The Seder night is an opportunity to strengthen our emunah, belief, in the truth of the words of Chazal, our Sages. This is part of the mesorah, the spiritual heritage, which we pass along at the Seder. The Seder: Exploring the Greatness of Our SagesDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg | 2006-09-05 | 46:42 | |
| Shavuot - Na'aseh V'Nishma | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-05 | 55:17 | |
| Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses Zichronot, the verses in the Rosh Hashana davening which focus on our remembrance rising up before Hashem.Joy of RemembranceDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-04 | 1:00:44 | |
| In this Torah class (shiur) on the holiday of Purim, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller explains the important role Esther played after the salvation, when she remained in the palace, forced to stay married to Achashveirosh. Her sacrifice bears an important message to the Jews throughout the exile. Esther's Fate: The Day After PurimDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-09-04 | 24:59 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Mrs. Shira Smiles focuses on the section of the Haggadah which tells about the Rabbis in Bnei Brak who spoke about the exodus from Egypt all night long.Bnei Brak BountyDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-04 | 1:01:19 | |
| Rabbi Hershel Reichman explains three divrei Torah concerning Shavuot from the Shem MiShmuel. Shavuot: Torah Throughout Our LivesDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2006-09-04 | 52:37 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Rosh Hashana, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg discusses the aspects of simcha (joy), and din (judgment) that are intrinsic to the day. Rabbi Ginsburg also explains why Rosh Hashana an important predecessor to Aseret Yemai Teshuva and Yom Kippur.Rosh Hashana: Dual Aspects of the DayDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg | 2006-09-02 | 48:00 | |
| In this Torah shiur, class, Mrs. Shira Smiles talks about the main focus of Purim, accepting the Torah through joy. Accentuating the AcceptanceDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-02 | 1:00:37 | |
| In this class (shiur) Dayan Shlomo Cohen discusses the holiday of Pesach.PesachDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Dayan Shlomo Cohen | 2006-09-02 | 30:01 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) in honor of Shavuot, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg discusses three possible ways to understand the words 'Naaseh V'Nishma', the declaration made by the Jewish People as they accepted the Torah. Rabbi Ginsburg explains how these words can help each individual prepare for their personal Kabbalat HaTorah on Shavuot. Shavuot: Naaseh V'NishmaDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg | 2006-09-02 | 49:55 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class) on the prayer of 'Unetaneh Tokef', Rabbi Avishai David discusses three possible ways of understanding this powerful prayer. The theme of this prayer is the awesomeness of judgment, which evokes fear and terror, followed by the relief that is felt upon the declaration that we can turn judgment into mercy through Teshuva, Tefilla, and Tzedaka.Merciful JudgmentDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rabbi Avishai David | 2006-09-01 | 52:37 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class) on Purim, Rebbetzin Heller discusses women's special connection to the depth of this holiday.Women and PurimDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-09-01 | 49:17 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses the Holiday of Pesach.The Holiday Of PesachDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-09-01 | 40:43 | |
| Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the upcoming holiday of Shavuot. Shavuot: Glimpses of RedemptionDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-01 | 58:52 | |
| The Beginning | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Leah Kohn | 2006-08-31 | 1:02:14 | |
| 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. Purim: Living the SecretDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-08-31 | 53:05 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira smiles discusses the Holiday Of Pesach.Concealed CandleDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-08-31 | 1:08:15 | |
| In this Shavuot inspired class, Rabbi Hanoch Teller continues his discussion of the gadol, Rav Chaim Ozer Grodzinsky. Torah Leadership, Part 2Description | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rabbi Hanoch Teller | 2006-08-31 | 42:58 | |
| Connecting To The Core | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-08-30 | 1:07:39 | |
| 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 fifteenth days of Adar. Two PurimsDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2006-08-30 | 48:35 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles Discusses the Potency Of Prayer.Pesach: Potency of PrayerDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-08-30 | 1:03:37 | |
| Rabbi Hanoch Teller speaks about the life of Rav Chaim Ozer Grodzinsky.Torah Leadership, Part 1Description | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rabbi Hanoch Teller | 2006-08-30 | 43:04 | |
| RoshRosh HashanaDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-08-29 | 1:07:47 | |
| 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. Walled CelebrationsDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2006-08-29 | 49:23 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the four cups.The Four CupsDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2006-08-29 | 7:46 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class), in honor of the holiday of Shavuot, Rabbi Cohen explains the nature of true acceptance and performance of Torah. Shavuot: True Acceptance of TorahDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen | 2006-08-29 | 47:55 | |
| Presenting Rosh Hashana, Malchiyos Shofros and Zichronos.Rosh HashanaDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller-Gottlieb | 2006-08-28 | 31:53 | |
| In this Torah shiur (class), the Shem Mishmuel explains Amalek's significance and gives us instructions on how to fight Amalek in our times. Amalek: Inner and Outer EnemyDescription | Jewish calendar, Purim | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2006-08-28 | 51:58 | |
| In this class (shiur) Rabbi Hershel Reichman gives us insight into the four languages of redemption.Four Languages of RedemptionDescription | Jewish calendar, Pesach | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2006-08-28 | 11:26 | |
| In this shiur (Torah class),Rabbi Ari Jacobson presents an overview of the mitzva of Sefirat HaOmer. Rabbi Jacobson explains the meaning of the mitzva and presents an overview of its related halachot.The Mitzvah of Sefiras HaOmerDescription | Jewish calendar, Sefirah | Rabbi Ari Jacobson | 2006-08-28 | 48:51 | |
| In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the holy day of Yom Kippur and how we must work on judging others favorably so that Hashem will act the same with us. Judging JudiciouslyDescription | Jewish calendar, Elul, Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-08-27 | 1:06:26 |