Perakim 14 & 53, Part 1
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David analyzes two perakim in Tehillim that are almost identical, yet contain a number of distinctions.
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David analyzes two perakim in Tehillim that are almost identical, yet contain a number of distinctions.
In this Torah shiur (class) on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David continues his analysis of chapter 26. Rabbi David describes the structure of the perek, and delves into some of its themes, such as the inner worth of every Jew, repeating positive behaviors as the key to repentance, and how to approach Hashem in prayer
In this Torah shiur on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson reviews the laws pertaining to work done by a non-Jew on behalf of a Jew on Shabbat, and the prohibition for a Jew to benefit from this work.
In this class on Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David explains how perek 96 is a continuation and intensification of the previous perek, Tehillim 95. He also focuses on the unique role of the number seven which appears in this chapter.
Rebbi Hershel Reichman discusses the holiday of Purim which involved a fight against Amalek, our evil enemy. The fight was not only physical but a spiritual war against Amalek within us. The outcome determined the extent of the Purim redemption.
In this shiur (Torah class) on Tehillim chapter 27, Rabbi Avishai David discusses the themes, structures, and lessons of this perek. This chapter of tehillim, known as ‘L’Dovid Hashem Ori V’Yishi’, is read twice a day after regular prayers during days from Rosh Chodesh Elul until Hoshana Rabba.
Rabbi Avishai David provides a deeper understanding of Tehillim perek 30: Our need to cling to Hashem even in times of hardship.
In this Torah class (shiur) about the last days of Pesach, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller talks about the essence of the day and the unique joy brought by the Splitting of the Sea.
Rabbi Avishai David illustrates how Perek 150 of Sefer Tehillim can be divided into four sections. In addition, he discusses the different musical instruments and describes how this perek is the epicenter of the previous prakim.
Rabbi Avishai David speaks about Sefer Yirmiyahu perakim 16 and 17.
The episode of the “sotah” in this week’s Torah parsha, Parshat Nasso, provides us with an essential insight into who is truly deserving of blessing.
In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical applications of Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson relates more examples of the Melachot (prohibited activities) of Kotev (writing), and Mochek (erasing). This class utilizes actual items, and discusses permitted and prohibited methods of doing so.
Rabbi Hanoch Teller concludes his explanation of the prophesies of the Navi Malachi.
In this Torah class Dayan Shlomo Cohen continues to discuss the topic of Suicide in Halacha
Rabbi Shimon Isaacson concludes the discussion of the mitzva of Lechem Mishna, and moves on to the mitzva of having three meals on Shabbat.
In this shiur (Torah class) on Sefer Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David continues explicating the chapters of Hallel, with Perek 118.
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.
In this shiur (Torah class) on Sefer Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David explains the structure and content of Psalm 26, which describes David’s tefillot to Hashem regarding himself and the Beit Hamikdash
In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Isaacson introduces the complex laws of amira l’akum, asking a non-Jew to perform a melacha, an activity forbidden to Jews, on behalf of a Jew on Shabbat.
In this Torah class Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen continues discussing the Tales of our Forefathers in the Sefer Avos D’Rabbi Nosson
In this class (shiur) Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the Path of Hashem as it relates to parenting.
Rabbi Hanoch Teller speaks about working on Midot and affording respect.
In this Torah shiur on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David describes the role of false prophets, Nevi’ei Sheker, throughout Yirmiyahu’s career as a Navi. Rabbi David examines the two descriptions of a Navi Sheker in the Chumash, and applies them to the types of false prophets found in Sefer Yirmiyahu. Rabbi David also explains how the test of a true Navi is found in this perek.
In this class on perek 97 in Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David discusses the three themes that can be found throughout all of the six mizmorim of Kabbalat Shabbat. These themes are Hashem’s Kingship, His Justice, and all idol-worshipers’ ultimate recognition of Hashem’s Dominion.
As an experienced shadchan, Rabbi Hanoch Teller shares his secrets for successful dating.
Rabbi Avishai David discusses Tehillim Perek 48 and how Yerushalayim is a merger of Kedusha and Malchus.
In this class Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses Pesach and Lail HaSeder.
Rabbi Avishai David explains the Torah message of Tehillim, Perek 149: G-d’s salvation is brought about through both the prayers and the physical efforts of His people.
Rabbi Avishai David delves into and explains Sefer Yirmiyahu perek 16, contrasting the Truth of Hashem with the uselessness of idol worship, and discussing the prophesies of future recognition of Hashem’s Sovereignty.