Sefirat HaOmer
Posted onRabbi Avishai David examines the mitzvah of Sefirat HaOmer, and discusses the two types of “zecher le’mikdash”.
Videos
Mishnayot Pesachim, Perek Ten
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class) Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the 10th Perek of Mishanyot Pesachim as a zchut for a complete and speedy recovery for Shimon ben Ruth and Eliyahu ben Miriam who were critically wounded in the attack on Yeshivat Merkaz HaRav on Rosh Chodesh Adar bet 5768.
Perek 48
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Rabbi Avishai David discusses Tehillim Perek 48 and how Yerushalayim is a merger of Kedusha and Malchus.
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.
Purim and Geulah
Posted onRabbetzin Heller discusses Purim, the party of our connection with Hashem, and our willingness to get closer.
G-d as Part of the Jewish Nation
Posted onRabbi Moshe Weinberger continues the maamar of Atem Nitzavim.
Significant Symbol – Pesach
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In this class Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses Pesach and Lail HaSeder.
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.
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.
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.
Perek 97: Three Themes in Kabbalat Shabbat:
Posted onIn 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.
Selichot: Keys to Forgiveness, Part II
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In 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.
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
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.
Shavuos Propitious Prayer
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Shavuos Class
Perek 137
Posted onRabbi Avishai David discusses Tehillim Perek 137, and presents a vivid description of the Churban and our yearning for Yerushalayim.
Perek 96
Posted onExplains how perek 96 is a continuation and intensification of the previous perek, Tehillim 95. This shiur also focuses on the unique role of the number seven which appears in this chapter.
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
After the Seder: What’s Next?
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach (Passover), Mrs. Shira Smiles talks about our focus and perspective for the days following the Seder night.
Zecharia, Part 3
Posted onRabbi Hanoch Teller continues his series on Trei Asar, going on in his explanation of the prophesies of the Navi Zecharia.
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.
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.
Perek 148, Part 2
Posted onIn his explanation of Tehillim Perek 148, Rabbi Avishai David discusses the dual structure of the mizmor, the yesod of the angels saying shirah based on the shirah of Klal Yisrael, and the connectivity of Klal Yisrael to Hashem as opposed to universal shirah. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats.
Exalted Entourage
Posted onMrs. Shira Smiles discusses the holiday of Sukkot.
Perek 6 Part 1: A Poignant Cry
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David teaches perek 6, the heatfelt cry to Hashem during one’s hour of need.
Being Yourself
Posted onParshat Bamidbar presents the story of how the Jewish people received the Torah in the desert. There, we were removed from any outside societal influence. We learn from this how to define ourselves in today’s society.
Community Kiddush
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In this shiur on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the laws of Kiddush B’Makom Seudah, and whether one can fulfill the obligation of Kiddush with whiskey.
Shechitah Part 3
Posted onIn this Torah class Dayan Shlomo Chen continues discussing the subject of Shechitah