Perek 127, Part II
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Rabbi Avishai David points out the dual segments of the mizmor, the contrasting themes, and the role of Hishtadlut in conjunction with Hashem’s role.
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Perek 1
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Avishai David analyzes the first perek of Tehillim, which contrasts the personality of a Tzaddik with that of a Rasha.
Mishnayot Brachot Perek Two
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In this shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman learns Mishnayot Brachot Perek Bet in memory of the victims of the tragedy in Mumbai
The Third Perek in Avos D’Rabbi Nosson
Posted onIn this Torah class Rabbi Yotzchak Cohen discusses the Third Perek in the book Avos D’Rabbi Nosson
Perspectives on the Holy Land
Posted onRabbi Avishai David discusses how the contrast between the story of the spies in Parshat Shelach, and the one found in the Haftorah, provides us with a proper lens focused on the Land of Israel.
Introverted Inquirer
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In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles continues to discuss the Holiday Of Pesach.
Perakim 10 & 11
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Rabbi Avishai David explains the distinction between Klal Yisrael and the Umot HaOlam.
Calls from Heaven
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Rabbi Hanoch Teller introduces the prophet with a discussion of whom the prophet addressed, and the seminal message of the prophecy.
Experiencing G-d
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In this Torah shiur (class) on Prophesy, Rabbi Avishai David continues his explanation of Nevua as a spiritual goal that all Jews should work toward.
The Slabudka Background Of Reb Nosson Tzvi Finkel ZT
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Rabbi Hanoch Teller gives us insight into the life of the late Rosh Yeshiva of Mirrer Rav Nosson Tzvi Finkel zt’l
Desiring And Delving
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In this class (shiur) on the period of Bein Hamitzarim, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the aveilut for the churban and how it is not a lament for the past but a way of bringing us to the reality of the geulah within us.
Dating and Marriage, Part 1
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In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Shimon Isaacson and Dr. Edo Lavi discuss some of the many issues surrounding dating and marriage.
The Three Weeks
Posted onIn this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses the 3 Weeks.
Hashem Over Nature
Posted onIn this shiur, Rabbi Avishai David continues with his examination of themes within Tehillim and also focuses on ideas within Parshat Vayeira.
When To Be Smart And When To Be Right
Posted onIn this class Dayan Shlomo Cohen discusses When to be smart and when to be right.
All Tied Up: Applications of the Melacha of Koshair
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In this short Torah shiur (class) on the practical applications of Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses permitted and prohibited methods of tying knots of Shabbat.
Sukkot: Service of the Heart
Posted onRabbi Hershel Reichman explains true joy of Sukkot, which emanates from serving G-d with one’s full heart.
Elul: Month of Relationships
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In this Torah shiur (class), Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses that during the month of Elul, the month of building our relationship with G-d, we must focus on negating our will before G-d`s Will, and strengthening the deep bond that connects us to Him.
Relating To The Churban
Posted onIn this class (Shiur) Rebbetzin Tzipora Helps us get a deeper understanding of the churban and how it relates to our lives
Encounter in the Field
Posted onRebbetzin Heller discusses Boaz’s unique understanding of Ruth’s greatness.
Between the Sieges
Posted onIn this Torah class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses the time Between the Sieges
The Essence & Rectification of the 3 Weeks
Posted onIn this class Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses the The Essence & Rectification of the 3 Weeks
Kavod Shabbat and Candle Lighting
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In this shiur, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues with the general laws of Honoring Shabbat, and then begins a discussion of the laws of Candle Lighting
Hallel Part 2: Connecting to G-d with Praise
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Tehillim, perek 113, Rabbi Avishai David continues to describe the uniqueness of the Hallel prayer, which parallels the components of praise, request, and thanks found in the Shemoneh Esrai. In this perek, we see both Hashem’s transcendence and His immanence, as tzaddikim can reach tremendous levels of connection with Him.
Categories of Muktza Objects
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In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues his introduction to the laws of Muktza, focusing on the various categories of Muktza objects and beginning an in-depth discussion of the kli shem’lachto l’issur, an object whose primary use is prohibited on Shabbat.
Elul: Roses of Love
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class), Mrs. Shira Smiles examines three different acronyms used to describe the month of Elul. In this class, Mrs. Smiles focuses on the verse, “Ani L’dodi V’dodi Li.”
Surmounting Sinat Chinam
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on the Three Weeks, Mrs. Shira Smiles examines the issue of sinat chinam, one of the things that led to the churban, and how we can begin to rectify the sinat chinam.
The Pesach Seder and Matan Torah
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg discusses the connection between the Pesach seder and Matan Torah.
Why Cry?
Posted onRabbi Hanoch Teller talks about what we are mourning for on Tisha B’Av, and how to feel the tragedy of the Churban today.
Growing in Ruchniyus During the Three Weeks
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on the three weeks, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg discusses a few different ideas relating to the time between the seventeenth of Tamuz, and the ninth of Av.