Ahavat Chinam
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Rabbi Hanoch Teller explores the concept of Achdut, and talks about how to attain true, unconditional love for our fellow Jews.
Videos
Parshat Korach: Bedrock of Faith
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In this Torah shiur (class) Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses this week’s Torah portion, Parshat Korach, in which we read of the rebellion of Korach. Rabbi Reichman gives a deeper, Chassidic understanding of Korach’s actions and thoughts, based on the Shem MiShmuel.
Inner Dynamics
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Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about Parshat Korach.
Speak To The People
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Rabbi Moshe N. Reichman explores the Gemara about the fulfillment of the promise to Avraham Avinu that the Jews would leave Egypt with great wealth.
The Time Frame to Eat Korban Pesach
Posted onRabbi Moshe N. Reichman analyzes the difference of opinion between R’ Elazar Ben Azaria and R’ Akiva, regarding the mitzvah of eating the Korban Pesach.
True Colors
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In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen begins the classic sefer, Tomer Devorah. He begins with explaining our mission to emulate G-d and reveal our true selves. In this class, G-d’s midda (attribute) of being sovel, carrying and sustaining, is analyzed.
Parshat Shelach: Simple Faith
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses this week’s Torah portion, Parshat Shlach, in which the tragic episode of the meraglim, spies takes place. Rabbi Reichman, based on the Shem MiShmuel, explains the underpinnings of sin of the spies and the Jewish People.
The Song of Devorah
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In this Torah class on the prophetic Song of Devorah, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller explains the basic meaning and deeper messages of Devorah’s song, which was sung after the miraculous victory of the small Jewish army over the mighty chariot’s of Sisrah. Rebebtzin Heller then discusses the various types of battles people must fight, and how one can emarge victorious.
Mediums of Merit
Posted onMrs. Shira Smiles speaks about Parshat Shelach, and the sin of the spies.
Parshat Behaalotecha: Aharon’s Unique Mission
Posted onRabbi Reichman discusses Aharon and Hashem’s interchange, in this week’s Parsha, regarding his service in the Mishkan, based on the Shem Mishmuel’s understanding of the essence of a Kohen’s role among the Jewish People.
Devora
Posted onIn this class on righteous women in Tanach, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller describes Devorah, the prophetess and judge of the Jewish people.
Parshat Nasso: Fighting Evil
Posted onIn this Torah class on Parshat Naso, Rabbi Hershel Reichman uses a Chassidic approach based on the Shem MiShmuel,to explain the differences of service of G-d among the sons of Levi.
Honoring A Talmid Chacham
Posted onRabbi Moshe N. Reichman discusses the Maharal’s explanation of the Gemara’s requirement to honor a Talmid Chacham who forgot his Torah knowledge.
Washing Hands upon Awakening
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Rabbi Jacobson discusses netilat yedaim, washing hands upon awakening in the morning.
The End of Zman Kriat Shema at Night
Posted onRabbi Moshe N. Reichman discusses the Braisa of Rabbi Simon bar Yochai’s halacha regarding Sof Zman Krias Shma, the latest time someone can recite the Shma prayer at night.
Practical Judaism
Posted onRachav
Posted onRebbetzin Tziporah Heller examines Rachav’s history, and explains how and a why sins followed by teshuvah can draw a person close to Hashem.
Kedusha: Reaching the Highest
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In this shiur (class) Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen explains the level of Kedusha, holiness, in the Mesillat Yesharim’s ladder of spiritual growth.
Eating on Erev Yom Kippur
Posted onRabbi Moshe N. Reichman discusses the fundamental nature of the mitzvah to eat on Erev Yom Kippur, and the halachic ramifications.
Shnayim Mikrah V’Echad Targum
Posted onRabbi Moshe N. Reichman explores the halacha that one must recite the weekly Torah portion ‘shnayim mikrah v’echad targum’, and the difference of opinion among Rishonim regarding the language this must be fulfilled in.
Parshat Bamidbar: Unique but United
Posted onThe Shem MiShmuel explains in reference to this week’s parsha the unique connection every Jew has to the entire Jewish People
Building Infrastructure
Posted onMrs. Shira Smiles speaks about Parshat Bamidbar.
The Most Beloved of Songs
Posted onRebbetzin Tziporah Heller concludes her study of Shir Hashirim by discussing what makes this book so holy and beloved by G-d and the Jewish People.
The Women of Egypt and the Desert
Posted onIn her class on Righteous Women, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller speaks about Miriam and Tziporah, and explores the idea of the “evil wife” and the “good wife”.
The Nature of Torah Reading
Posted onRabbi Moshe N. Reichman examines the nature of the mitzvah of reading the Torah. Is the mitzvah to hear, or to actually read from the Torah?
Parshat Bechukotai: Blessings of Torah
Posted onIn Parshat Bechukotai, the Torah lists the rewards for following in Hashem’s path. While discussing this week’s parsha, Rabbi Reichman uses the commentary of the Shem MiShmuel to explain these rewards and what exactly is incumbent upon us.
Learning During Torah Reading
Posted onRabbi Moshe N. Reichman analyzes the Rishonim’s viewpoints regarding learning during Torah reading.
Lag BaOmer: Connecting to Our People
Posted onThe Shem MiShmuel explains the significance of Lag BaOmer and it’s practical relevance for our lives.
Maintaining Perspective
Posted onMrs. Shira Smiles speaks about Parshat Bechukotai. The Parsha teaches us the importance of constantly investing in our relationship with G-d.
Fear of Heaven
Posted onRabbi Cohen describes proper fear of G-d based on the Mesillat Yesharim