G-d as Part of the Jewish Nation
Posted onRabbi Moshe Weinberger continues the maamar of Atem Nitzavim.
Videos
Purim and Geulah
Posted onRabbetzin Heller discusses Purim, the party of our connection with Hashem, and our willingness to get closer.
Perek 97: Three Themes in Kabbalat Shabbat:
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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.
The Key to Successful Dating
Posted onAs an experienced shadchan, Rabbi Hanoch Teller shares his secrets for successful dating.
Perek 48
Posted onRabbi Avishai David discusses Tehillim Perek 48 and how Yerushalayim is a merger of Kedusha and Malchus.
Significant Symbol – Pesach
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In this class Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses Pesach and Lail HaSeder.
Perek 149: Prayer & War
Posted onRabbi 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.
Days Are Coming
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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.
The Sanctity of Family
Posted onRabbi Hanoch Teller discusses Parshat BaMidbar and explains that in the Torah the holiness of a Jewish family is emphasized in a concrete way.
The Twelve Levels of Nevua
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In this fascinating shiur on Nevua, prophesy, rabbi David lists and explains the twelve levels of prophesy as described by the Rambam in Moreh Nevuchim. These twelve levels fall into three categories: pre-Nevua, prophetic dreams, and prophetic visions. The prophesy of Moshe Rabbeinu is the highest level possible.
Reliving the Giving of the Torah
Posted onRabbi Avishai David explains that, on Shavuot, we not only commemorate the giving of the Torah, but we also try to relive the experience itself. We re-experience the drama of our receiving the Torah at Sinai.
Suicide Part 1
Posted onIn this Torah class Dayan shlomo Cohen discusses the aspects of Suicide in Halacha
Kotev and Mochek Demonstrations
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In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical applications of Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson introduces the Melachot (prohibited activities) of Kotev (writing) and Mochek (erasing), and demonstrates practical ramifications of this prohibition. This class utilizes actual items that one may want to use on Shabbat.
Introduction
Posted onIn this class (shiur) Rabbi yitzchak Cohen gives an introduction to a new series Of Avos Derabbi Nasson
Malachi, Perek 1
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Winding down his series on Trei Asar, Rabbi Hanoch Teller teaches the first perek of the Navi, Malachi. This class also discusses why in this world we rarely see retribution against the enemies of the Jews, and how to demonstrate true commitment to Hashem.
Solidarity And Sensitivity
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In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the month of Elul
Intro to Lechem Mishna
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the obligation to cover the Challah during the recitation of Kiddush, whether Lechem Mishna is a Torah or Rabbinic obligation, and whether Lechem Mishna involves taking two loaves or cutting two loaves.
Perek 118, Part 1: The Symphony of Hallel
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class) on Sefer Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David continues explicating the chapters of Hallel. Chapter 118 contains the unique
aspect of repetition and dialogue, as the chazzan reads and the congregation responds to him. Rabbi David explains this phenomenon as
an echo of the kedusha and kaddish prayers. The goal of this perek is to increase Kiddush Hashem like the Kaddish and Kedusha in the tefillot.
Building Harmony in the Home
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In this Torah shiur (class) on shalom bayit, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg shares his secrets for building a happy and harmonious relationship with one’s spouse, based on the sichot mussar and other Torah sources.
Dimensions of Sefirat HaOmer
Posted onIn this class, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses that we cannot get caught up only in the technical requirements of counting each night of the Omer and the customs of mourning during this time. Sefirat Haomer is a time for spiritual accounting in preparation for receiving the Torah, specifically in the areas of loving one’s fellow man and increasing our consciousness of G-d.
Kindness
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Mishnayot Pesachim, Perek Nine
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class) Rabbi Reichman discusses the ninth perek of Mishnayot Pesachim as a zchut for a complete and speedy recovery for Naftali ben Gila, Shimon Yechiel ben Tirtza, and Nadav ben Hadassa, who were critically wounded in the attack in Yeshivat Merkaz HaRav, Rosh Chodesh Adar bet 5768
Perek 23: The Ideal King
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yrmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David explains the juxtaposition of perek 22, which bemoans the lack of justice during the reigns of many of the later kings of Judea, with Perek 23, which describes the perfect justice that will prevail during the reign of Moshiach. Rabbi David includes the Rambam’s discussion of the ideal Jewish king, and compares similarities between this chapter and chapter 16 in Sefer Yirmiyahu.
Seeking G-d
Posted onRabbi Moshe Weinberger continues learning the maamar Atem Nitzavim by the Alter Rebbe. In this segment, he discusses the idea of seeking out G-d with the deepest depths of one’s heart.
A Deeper Look into the Purim Story
Posted onRebbetzin Heller provides an overview and explanation of the Book of Esther.
Understanding the Tales of Our Forefathers
Posted onIn this Torah class Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen Explains the Tales of our Forefathers as written in the Sefer Avos D’rabbi Nosson
Exalted Entourage
Posted onMrs. Shira Smiles discusses the holiday of Sukkot.
Perek 137
Posted onRabbi Avishai David discusses Tehillim Perek 137, and presents a vivid description of the Churban and our yearning for Yerushalayim.
Shavuos Propitious Prayer
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Shavuos Class
Selichot: Keys to Forgiveness, Part II
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on the Selichot prayers, Rabbi Avishai David explicates the Selichot, specifically the themes of repentance and forgiveness. One of the main themes of the Selichos is that our neshama is incorruptable, and we must use this opportunity to return the part of ourselves that remains pure despite our sins.