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WORD POWER

Jun 7, 2023

33:46

! , Episode Thirty-Seven Demonstrating how articulating one's yearning can become a powerful Full Body Experience! In the previous Episode we established that Faith Conviction and Heartfelt Yearning for Moshiach's Arrival is best when articulated. In this Episode we take it further, adding a deeper dimension to the importance of speaking about and expressing our anticipation. Discover a stunning array of mystical teaching leads us into profound understanding of sacred Prayer liturgy woven by our Sages. With anecdotes and commentary, we achieve greater appreciation of the unique spiritual power harnessed by spoken words. This further underscores the cardinal importance of regularly making an extra effort to express our belief and yearning for the coming of Moshiach, speedily and in our days! This Thirty Seventh segment of our ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of Moshiach (The Messiah).

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THINKING OUT LOUD

Jun 7, 2023

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! , Episode Thirty-Eight Articulating why mindful yearning can become transportive, even enabling transcendence of terrestrial limitations. This is especially true when the anticipatory sentiments are intensely and passionately verbalized in what we've already termed a "Full Body Experience!" In the previous Episodes we learnt about the unique value in making a point of articulating Faith Convictions and Heartfelt Yearning for Moshiach. We then added a deeper dimension the unique spiritual power harnessed by spoken words. This all serves to emphasize why we should constantly invest the effort and use our words to fervently express our belief and yearning for the coming of Moshiach, speedily and in our days! This Thirty Eighth segment of our ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of Moshiach (The Messiah)

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LIVIN' ON A PRAYER

Jun 11, 2023

43:44

! , ' Episode Thirty-Nine Episode Thirty-Nine, entitled LIVIN' ON A PRAYER will break new ground in demonstrating why mindful yearning and anticipatory sentiments for Moshiach should best distilled into prayerful prose, rather than simply filling our consciousness, or even being verbalized -- as clarified in the previous Episodes. Here we introduce a Halachic precedent (and, as such, ultimately an obligation!) that exceeds mere articulation of conviction and anticipation for Redemption. Following a logical progression, we are led into a natural conclusion: anticipation is indicative of a genuine need. And that should lead us to prayer! The emphasis on using the medium of fervent prayer in response to even a mention of Moshiach's coming inspires a deeper understanding of Anticipating Geula! This is the Thirty Ninth segment of our ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of Moshiach (The Messiah).

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SAY IT ONCE

Jun 20, 2023

34:28

! , Episode Forty Episode Forty, entitled SAY IT ONCE features a re-examination of our previous Episode conclusion: the yearning and anticipation we might think or feel for Moshiach must be prayerfully verbalized! Maimonides choice to insert precisely such prose into the text of a strictly Halachic syntax seems to create a legal precedent. And as such, ultimately a binding ruling. In this Episode we will return to question the veracity of that logic. After all, if this comprises a Halachik responsibility, shouldn't it be seen more than once?! In defending and further explaining the previous conclusion, our emphasis on employing the power pf prayer in response to even a casual mention of Moshiach is further cemented and strengthened. Verily this lesson spawns a deeper comprehension and appreciation of our sacred mandate to actively Anticipate Messianic Redemption! This is the Fortieth segment of our ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of Moshiach (The Messiah).

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RED BULLS EYE

Aug 7, 2023

39:33

! , Episode Forty-one Episode Forty-One, entitled RED BULLS EYE - Part One follows the re-examination, defense, and confirmation of the previously suggested idea that every mention of Moshiach should naturally lead to hopeful yearning, and that those feelings must then be verbalized in prayer! We also achieved a keen understanding of why establishing such a legally binding obligation, requires but a single mention in Halachik syntax. The exquisite tapestry of this nearly perfect thesis still leaves some loose threads. Why would Rambam have waited so long to convey this important ruling. As previously highlighted, there were multiple opportunities in the earlier books Mishna Torah, yet he seems to have pointedly chosen the Halachot governing the Mitzvah of the Red Heifer (young cow's) Ashes to impart this teaching. Why?! In this all-new Episode, we will return to address that very question by delving into the unique connection between the precise geography linked to the Red Heifer Mitzvah, its symbolism, and copiously prophesized Messianic Redemption! This is the Forty-first segment of our ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of Moshiach (The Messiah).

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RED BULLS EYE II

Aug 14, 2023

40:46

! , Episode Forty-two Episode Forty-One, entitled RED BULLS EYE - Part One follows the re-examination, defense, and confirmation of the previously suggested idea that every mention of Moshiach should naturally lead to hopeful yearning, and that those feelings must then be verbalized in prayer! We also achieved a keen understanding of why establishing such a legally binding obligation, requires but a single mention in Halachik syntax. The exquisite tapestry of this nearly perfect thesis still leaves some loose threads. Why would Rambam have waited so long to convey this important ruling. As previously highlighted, there were multiple opportunities in the earlier books Mishna Torah, yet he seems to have pointedly chosen the Halachot governing the Mitzvah of the Red Heifer (young cow's) Ashes to impart this teaching. Why?! In this all-new Episode, we will return to address that very question by delving into the unique connection between the precise geography linked to the Red Heifer Mitzvah, its symbolism, and copiously prophesized Messianic Redemption! This is the Forty-first segment of our ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of Moshiach (The Messiah).

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RED BULLS EYE III

Aug 28, 2023

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! , Episode Forty-three Episode Forty-Three, entitled RED BULLS EYE III completes the thesis that every mention of Moshiach must be followed with a prayerful verbalization of yearning! The final issue left to clarify was why Rambam had passed up numerous opportunities to convey this important ruling on a mention that mandates prayer. In the immediate past Episode, we highlighted the unique connection between the inherent character of these two Torah precepts: Para Aduma and Moshiach. Now, in our [fifth consecutive and] closing Episode on this [very specific] subject, a final ray of light is shined on the idea that Exile is an embodiment of the most extreme form of Ritual Impurity, and Redemption of its purifying nemesis. In a highly innovative original and creative application of a Torah maxim, the Rebbe's thesis on the Rambam's selection of this Mitzvah to convey an unusual and non-specific Halacha in bathed in a rare form of illumination. We are left with a crisp appreciation of how Halachot of the Red Heifer form the most natural of opportunities to convey this ruling as it's Bullseye on topic of Moshiach! This lesson comprises the Forty-third segment of an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of Moshiach (The Messiah).

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My Piece of Eternity

Jul 7, 2017

48:27

Talmud Tisch: Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin: The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson One "My Piece of Eternity" This inaugural class on the final chapter of tractate Sanhedrin covers the opening Mishnah, which speaks of “who will, and who won't, receive a portion of the proverbial World-to-Come.” Amongst the fascinating topics covered in this Talmud series are Torah definitions for Heaven, Hell and the Resurrection; the Uniqueness of the Jewish Soul; the definition of Heresy; and when Evil is Irretrievable. (Daf/Pg. 90a) Be amazed by this inspiring glimpse of the future as we lift the curtain and open windows into the “Era of Eternity” that will soon be ushered in by Moshiach! The Gemara begins its analysis of the Mishnah by attempting to understand why lack of faith in the resurrection is so egregiously sinful—as to rob a soul of its eternity! As evidenced by a fascinating biblical narrative, Divine retribution seems to follow a pattern of poetic spiritual symmetry. A colourful collection of commentary adds multiple tiers of profound new depth and meaning. In the end, disbelief in the intrinsic power of Neshamot Yisrael (the souls of Israel) and their ultimate destiny is ostensibly as damning as disbelief in the Creator Himself!

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Emptied of Eternity

Jul 14, 2017

1:05:28

Talmud Tisch: Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin: The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Two "Emptied of Eternity" The Gemara begins its analysis of the Mishnah by attempting to understand why lack of faith in the resurrection is so egregiously sinful—as to rob a soul of its eternity! As evidenced by a fascinating biblical narrative, Divine retribution seems to follow a pattern of poetic spiritual symmetry. A colourful collection of commentary adds multiple tiers of profound new depth and meaning. In the end, disbelief in the intrinsic power of Neshamot Yisrael (the souls of Israel) and their ultimate destiny is ostensibly as damning as disbelief in the Creator Himself! (Daf/ Pg. 90a)

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Sourcing Resurrection

Jul 21, 2017

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Talmud Tisch: Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin: The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Three "Sourcing Resurrection" Be inspired by this unique "piece of Gemara" that sets out to trace the scriptural origins of the foundational Jewish belief: “the Dead WILL Live Again!” The Talmud seeks scriptural origins of the foundational Jewish belief: “the dead will live again”. The tracing trajectory leads us to Aaron HaKohen and subtleties of the mandatory Terumah offerings the Nation of Israel provides for the Kohen clerisy. Ultimately, our journey reaches across the strata of our history to the Patriarchal promises of Eretz Yisrael! (Daf/ Pg. 90a)

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Resurrection: Responses & Reflections

Aug 4, 2017

1:00:21

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin: The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Five "Resurrection: Responses & Reflections" This class is entitled "Resurrection Reflections” You'll be amazed by the fascinating exchanges between Our Sages and their ancient detractors regarding the “dead coming back to life!” (Daf/Pg. 90a)

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Resurrecting Burden of Proof

Aug 4, 2017

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Talmud Tisch: Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin: The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Four "Resurrecting Burden of Proof" Learn the responses of outstanding Sages of antiquity to challenges presented by a variety of antagonists, apathetics and agnostics. This class presents a fascinating selection of varied scriptural sources; presented as proof in response to those who questioned the veracity of The Resurrection and its sources within the montage of biblical framework. (Daf/Pg. 90a)

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The Final Resurrection Exchange

Aug 11, 2017

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin: The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Six "The Final Resurrection Exchange" In this class we complete the Talmud's documented exchanges between wayward, faithless Jews and our Sages. The first metaphor begins with a real-life King and his royal building projects and ends by invoking the existence of a squirrel-like rodent who literally emerges from the soil along with a rare amphibious creature who can multiply in lightning speed! Finally, a peek into an angry conversation between a famous sagacious hunchback who has nothing but patience for an irreverent and most insolent sectarian. (Pg. 90a)

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Fire Away and Filler Up

Nov 3, 2017

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Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 28 "Fire Away and Filler Up" A new Mishnah is introduced with a broad background about sacred soil and holy harvests. Defilement of such hallowed edibles, mandates mitzvah incineration. Differing opinions about varied fuels and flammable agents and their compatibility with Shabbat serenity are enumerated. The Gemara opens with an investigation for the source for the timely holiday ban on the burning of contaminated sacraments. For previous classes on Tractate Shabbat visit: http://www.chabad.org/multimedia/media cdo/aid/2968134/jewish/Intermediate-Talmud-Tractate-Shabbat.htm

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Fire Up Your Learning

Nov 3, 2017

53:36

Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 29 Enjoy the Talmudic give and take about the sacred fiery disposal. For previous classes on Tractate Shabbat visit: http://www.chabad.org/multimedia/media cdo/aid/2968134/jewish/Intermediate-Talmud-Tractate-Shabbat.htm

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You’re Fired

Nov 24, 2017

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Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 29 "You’re Fired" The Talmud continues its analysis of the Mishna by seeking additional sources for the ban on kindling contraband during festive biblical days – despite the permitted use of fire for cooking purposes. The fascinating give and take about sacred fiery disposal touches upon a range of Torah subjects, including actual temple services and the real meaning of kosher.

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Basking In The Glow

Dec 1, 2017

45:20

Fire Up Your Learning Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 30 "Basking in the Glow" Glowingly presented arguments on the holiday ban on burning. Bridging seemingly disparate Torah topics, the Talmud elegantly threads its jurisprudence about circumcision, sacred contraband, and then the positive dimension of Yom Tov observance, to conclusively prove its point in proscribing non-edible incineration on the holidays.

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Sacred Statutes

Dec 22, 2017

1:02:33

Fire Up Your Learning - Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 31 (Daf/Page 25) "Sacred Statutes" Autoplay Sacred Statutes – Contrast and Synthesis: Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 31 We’ve previously traced the sources for the ruling that although defiled Terumah must be destroyed, benefit may nonetheless be derived during that process. Our Sages now continue their scholarly quest for additional sources of this legal principle. Drawing distinct levels of demarcation between the facts of different holy matter, a dizzying array of ritual laws, conventions and differing sacred statuses are exhaustively analysed with the Talmud's unique deductive logic – until conclusions are reached.

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Defending Israel in Antiquity: Legal Sovereignty of the Holy Land

May 25, 2018

1:03:20

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin: The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Seven "Defending Israel in Antiquity: Legal Sovereignty of the Holy Land" On the heels of an account of a fascinating exchange between a sagacious hunchback and an insolent sectarian, this chapter’s focus on the future mass-resurrection, is briefly interrupted with three additional exchanges between this insightful Sage who courageously defends the Jewish people from ominous legal challenges presented under the guise of international law. Learn about grave charges levelled against our legal claim to Israel by (real) descendants of an original Canaanite tribe. This ancient face-off is eerily reminiscent of present-day (fake) nations’ fictitious claims against us.

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Defending Israel in Antiquity II

Jun 1, 2018

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin: The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Eight Outstanding Loans & Slave Reparations: "Defending Israel in Antiquity II" On the heels of a dramatic legal showdown between a sagacious hunchback and descendants of an original Canaanite tribe; the same rabbi, now goes up against the legal representatives of the Egyptian nation. In the powerful courtroom of Alexander the Great, the biblical narrative is presented as proof that the nation of Israel was required to make exorbitant payments towards their neighbors. In a stunning turnaround, the Sage brilliantly uses the very same narrative to fend off their demands and instead sue for slave reparations, causing the Egyptians to abandon their claims and flee.

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Defending Israel in Antiquity III

Jun 8, 2018

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin: The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Nine Defending Israel in Antiquity III - Abrahamic Ancestry & Ishmaelite Inheritance: The Talmud on the World to Come. The final courtroom drama in this mini-series features the resurrection of an ancient conflict between powerful personalities of times bygone and their contested connection to Canaan. This time our sagacious hunchback faces off with the purported Umah descended from Ishmael and offspring of Abraham’s righteous concubine Keturah, nefariously seeking a “two-state solution” for the Land of Israel. When the biblical narrative is presented as positive proof that our homeland had to be shared, the sage deftly demonstrated clear scriptural proof to the contrary.

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Caesar vs. Rebbe

Jun 22, 2018

41:30

Talmud Tisch: Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin - The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Ten "Caesar vs. Rebbe" The Talmud introduces a compelling historical record of a series of profound questions posed by Rome’s stoic philosopher king Marcus Aurelius Antoninus to the great Torah Sage, who went on to redact the Mishna, Rebbi Yehudah HaNasi. This first in a three part mini-series focuses on seeming incongruity of divine punishment for sinful behavior or actions; as after all, who should bear the ultimate responsibility; the body or soul? The rabbi artfully employs a fascinating metaphor to convey subtle spiritual truisms to answer the emperor’s query.

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Caesar vs Rebbe II

Jun 29, 2018

55:54

Talmud Tisch: Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin - The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Eleven "Caesar vs. Rebbe II" The Talmud introduces a compelling historical record of a series of profound questions posed by Rome’s stoic philosopher king Marcus Aurelius Antoninus to the great Torah Sage, who went on to redact the Mishna, Rebbi Yehudah HaNasi. This first in a three part mini-series focuses on seeming incongruity of divine punishment for sinful behavior or actions; as after all, who should bear the ultimate responsibility; the body or soul? The rabbi artfully employs a fascinating metaphor to convey subtle spiritual truisms to answer the emperor’s query.

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Caesar vs. Rebbe III

Jul 13, 2018

1:15:07

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin: The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Twelfth "Caesar vs. Rebbe III" A Royal Roman & Talmudic Sage debate on when life begins!

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Wax, Wicks and a Bath

Oct 12, 2018

52:35

Fire Up Your Learning Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 32 "Wax, Wicks and a Bath" Returning to the Mishnah, to elucidate the next prohibited kindling substance, “Itran”; seeking the rhyme and reason for this ban on burning. The ensuing narrative goes beyond the technical answer; shedding profound light on the deeper meaning and purpose of the sacred kindling of Shabbat candles. Far more than functional, these lights create the atmosphere of sacred serenity providing not only substance but also style. Sourcing these ideas meanders into bathing and dressing for Shabbat as well as. (Tractate Shabbat 25B)

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Peace, Light and Plenty

Oct 19, 2018

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Fire Up Your Learning Talmud Tisch -Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 33 "Peace, Light and Plenty" Talmud Tisch focus on the virtues of Shabbat candles and life’s pleasures.

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Affluence, Fumes & Flames

Oct 26, 2018

53:35

Fire Up Your Learning Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 34 "Affluence, Fumes & Flames" The Talmud discusses the true virtues of wealth, and then possible fuel malfunctions for the Shabbat candles.

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Your Fired!

Nov 16, 2018

38:57

Fire Up Your Learning Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 35 "Your Fired!" The Talmud discusses dangers of impaired fuel possibilities for the Shabbat candles!

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Our Jewish Take on The Resurrection

Jun 21, 2019

1:05:28

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin - The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Thirteen Our Jewish Take on The Resurrection Reconciling the Resurrection: The Talmud on the World to Come, Lesson 13 Scriptural statements about the post-messianic resurrection, indicate disparate prophetic traditions: souls being restored to broken bodies vs. refurbished resurrection, death forever-gone vs. extraordinary longevity, and an atmosphere of the future glowing with greater intensity or a fading sun and moon eclipsed by dazzling divinity? Reconciling these seeming contradictions lead us to illuminate the darker recesses of the Resurrection, and provides profound understanding of the uniqueness of the Jewish people's spiritual mandate, in contrast to the rest of humanity. (Tractate Sanhedrin 91b)

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The Jewish Take On The Resurrection II

Jun 28, 2019

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin - The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Fourteen The Jewish Take On The Resurrection II An apparent contradiction couched in a verse of sacred Scripture turns out to be alluding to be stages in the process of resurrection; with same verse ultimately proving to be the most compelling of proofs regarding the post-messianic resuscitation of the dead. We go on to highlight multiple grammatical anomalies in disparate verses of Scripture – all of which ultimately indicate a recurring theme of resurrection woven into the tapestries of Torah prophecy. The final reference comes from a dramatic biblical description of prophetic voices coalescing as one. (Tractate Sanhedrin 91b)

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Stealing Wisdom, Cussing Babies and The Resurrection

Jul 19, 2019

1:10:41

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin -The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Fifteen "Stealing Wisdom, Cussing Babies and The Resurrection" Current Time 0:02 / Duration 1:10:19 1x Benevolence, Babies and Resurrection 0 Autoplay Benevolence, Babies and Resurrection: The Talmud on the World to Come, Lesson 15 Refraining from sharing Torah knowledge is cast in a profoundly negative light; as even still gestating fetuses in their mother’s wombs curse this individual! Yet, the gravest consequence is the loss of that very knowledge he will suffer. On a sunnier note, the rewards of benevolence and sharing Torah are spoken of: the blessings of the biblical Joseph are bestowed – as Torah is for the soul, what food is for the body. Finally, differing grades of scriptural verses are presented – all are clearly demonstrative of our foundational belief in the ultimate resurrection of the dead. (Tractate Sanhedrin 91b-92a)

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Reward. Retribution. Consequence.

Jul 26, 2019

1:13:53

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin - The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Sixteen Reward. Retribution. Consequence.

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Knowledge is Power. Attitude is Everything!

Aug 2, 2019

55:28

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin - The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Seventeen Knowledge is Power. Attitude is Everything! Sanhedrin, 92a

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Night Activities, Leftovers, Deception and Pitfalls of Pornography!

Aug 9, 2019

1:13:21

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin -The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Eighteen Having already presented a series of Rabbi Elazar's teachings on a particular theme, the Gemara meanders into a medley of moral instruction on a wide range of different subjects. Beginning with the importance of nocturnal Torah study and responsibility towards educators, we’re informed of unique mealtime etiquette, which surprisingly contradicts another kindred teaching by the very same author. After resolving the seeming inconsistency, we focus briefly on the self-harm caused by voyeurism and conclude with a powerful lesson about humility and longevity. (Tractate Sanhedrin 92a)

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The Insatiable Grave that Isn’t Forever...

Aug 16, 2019

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin - The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Nineteen Returning to the original narrative; the Talmud continues to identify biblical sources for the traditional Jewish belief in “The Resurrection.” Incisive analysis of a scriptural juxtaposition of the insatiable nature of graves and wombs serve to reveal an inherent awareness about end-of-days messianic credo involving the resuscitation-of-the-dead. A teaching attributed to the Prophet Elijah indicates an earlier wave of messianic resurrection. Defending this notion introduces us to unearthly “Eagle-men” phenomenon, as the conversation shifts to Ezekiel's famous dry bones! (Tractate Sanhedrin 92a-92b)

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Who were “Ezekiel’s Dry Bones”?

Aug 23, 2019

1:11:17

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin -The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Twenty Who were “Ezekiel’s Dry Bones,” why did they die and why were they resuscitated?!

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Fuelling Sacred Serenity

Nov 1, 2019

54:41

Fire Up Your Learning Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 36 (pg 26a) "Fuelling Sacred Serenity" Seeking to better clarify the rhyme and reason of particular fuels banned by Jewish law, we encounter strange overlap of ritual proscription and the prevention of injury. Cracking the code to understand this Talmudic juxtaposition, a telling and compelling narrative emerges. Shabbat candles can now be seen in a new light as their underlying essence is better illuminated. (Tractate Shabbat 26A)

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Sources of Sacred Illumination

Nov 8, 2019

47:01

Fire Up Your Learning Talmud Tisch -Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 37 - Masechet Shabbat — Pg 26a Furthering the previous discussion about substances that can or can't be used to keep Shabbat serenity burning, we segue into the nature of vegetative sources of the required fuel. In the biblical image of illumination, the olive looms large; the question at hand is whether Shabbat candlesticks should best replicate the Menorah or instead focus on pragmatic considerations. (Tractate Shabbat 26A)

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From Candles to Clothing. —It’s a Wrap!

Nov 15, 2019

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Fire Up Your Learning Talmud Tisch -Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 38 (Pg 26a-b) From Candles to Clothing. It’s a Wrap!

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From Fruit of Loom to Fabric Swatches!

Dec 6, 2019

47:19

Fire Up Your Learning Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 39 (pg 26b) From Fruit of Loom to Fabric Swatches!

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Weaving the Fabric of another Opinion!

Dec 13, 2019

55:54

Fire Up Your Learning Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 40 (pg 26-27) Weaving the Fabric of another Opinion!

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Swatches & Schmates

Dec 23, 2019

41:44

Fire Up Your Learning Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Lesson 41 (Pg 27a) Swatches & Schmates: Wool, Linen, Silk and Satin A Deeper Understanding of Cloth Pieces and Purity!

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The Resurrection Getting A Positive ID

Jun 5, 2020

55:30

Talmud Tisch- Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Twenty One The Resurrection Getting A Positive ID: Who exactly were Ezekiel’s Dry Bones in their first life?

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Dating Ezekiel’s Dry Bones

Jun 12, 2020

1:10:46

Talmud Tisch- Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Twenty Two Dating Ezekiel’s Dry Bones: When did that historic mass resurrection take place?

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Out of the Inferno

Jun 19, 2020

1:04:51

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Twenty Three Out of the Inferno: The Postscript story of Judaism’s Three Brave Boys who defied a tyrant and inspired the world!

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Solving the Mystery of the Missing Prophet!

Jun 26, 2020

31:00

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin - The Talmud on the World to Come 93a Lesson Twenty Four Solving the Mystery of the Missing Prophet!

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Back Into The Inferno!

Jul 5, 2020

54:38

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Twenty Five Back into the Inferno! Be amazed by the story of the false philandering prophets who were roasted and burned, and the High Priest whose clothes were merely singed!

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On Seeding Of Six Sacred Saviors

Jul 10, 2020

1:01:34

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin -The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Twenty Six On Seeding of Six Sacred Saviors Origins of the Righteous Ruths’ birthing of Jewish Redeemers! Sanhedrin 93a

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Babylonian Exilic Episodes!

Jul 20, 2020

1:09:21

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin 993b-94a The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Twenty Seven Babylonian Exilic Episodes! Palace Politics, Prophetic Promises People and Personalities Amongst the Jewish Exiles and Returnees to Zion!

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Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin 94a Lesson Twenty Eight Reflecting Redemption!

Jul 26, 2020

1:05:24

The Talmud on the World to Come. Our Sages Reflections on Historic Hopes, Dreams and Visions ; The Silent Sovereign, Singing Soil, Speaking Spirits plus the Pope who Converted!

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Talmud Tisch. Tractate Berachot - Learning An Attitude Of Gratitude!

Oct 19, 2020

1:01:43

Talmud Tisch. Tractate Berachot, Chap. 9 #1, pg 54a ! Initiating the final chapter of Masechet Berachot which introduces us to the category of blessings of Thanksgiving for G-d’s beneficence and kindness. Discover how, fundamentally, giving thanks is really a declaration of a faith-based perspective on life and it’s fullness!

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Talmud Tisch Intermediate Talmud - Tractate Berachot - Blessing G-D For The Good, The Bad And The Ugly!

Oct 26, 2020

1:20:13

Talmud Tisch Intermediate Talmud - Tractate Berachot Pg. 54a Chapter 9 Lesson 2 - , ! Learning Appreciation ~ Nurturing an Attitude of Gratitude: How we must Bless G-d for the Good, Bad and Ugly to Acknowledge G-d’s Goodness and Judgment with Equanimity Crying over spilled Milk, and the Urbane Dangers of Big City Life!

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot - Shalom I Just Came To Say Hello!

Nov 2, 2020

1:27:37

Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot Chapter 9 Lesson 3 : ! Learning appreciation by nurturing reverence! Attitudes and Beliefs on Irreverent Approaches and Sacrilegious Shortcuts. On Everlasting Blessings and Afterlife Denial. On the Customs and Conventions of traditional Jewish Greetings and the occasional need to Negate Torah in order to Preserve it!

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot - BREAKTHROUGH! On Learning Appreciation

Nov 9, 2020

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot Chapter 9 Lesson 4 ! The Nurturing of an Attitude of Gratitude —On our sacred duty to acknowledge G-d’s miracles and supernatural delivarences; from walking through deep oceans to roaring rivers and to a break in a brick wall. National wonders require blessings from all, yet individual salvations make for personal obligations!

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot SIGNS & WONDERS

Nov 17, 2020

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot Chapter 9 Lesson 5 & In exemplifying the lofty calling to acknowledge G-d’s miraculous deliverances, the Talmud enumerated episodes of divinely orchestrated national deliverances. These supernatural occurrences, requiring blessings, are now individually analyzed to achieve greater clarity!

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot

Nov 25, 2020

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot Chapter 9 Lesson 6 & In practically narrating our sacred duty to acknowledge G-d’s miraculous deliverances, we continue to review historical episodes of extraordinary proportions. From war-room stone summits to sea-salt statues and great walls collapsing, these fascinating stories of divine wonders will amaze you!

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Talmud Tisch Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot

Dec 1, 2020

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Talmud Tisch Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot Chapter 9 Lesson 7 Identifying circumstantial obligations to acknowledge G-d’s deliverance and kindness, we now move from historical episodes into extraordinary experiences. From the High Seas to Desert Wilderness from Life-threatening Illness to Incarceration.

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot

Dec 6, 2020

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot Chapter 9 Lesson 8 ~ The Nurturing of an Attitude of Gratitude Having identified the circumstance that obligate us to acknowledge G-d’s deliverance and kindness, we now focus on just how we are supposed to express those sentiments of gratefulness and appreciation to the Creator of Universe!

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot

Dec 15, 2020

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot Chapter 9 Lesson 9 Pg: 54b - 55a Incidental to previous teachings of acknowledging Divine benevolence, we are introduced to vulnerable lives that matter, requiring protection. We are also made privy to three matters whose prolonged duration necessarily assures us longevity!

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot

Dec 21, 2020

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot Chapter 9 Lesson 10 Sage advice on activities that serve to extend one’s days and years. Deeper meanings of nutrition will satiate your soul, and discoveries about prolonging the duration of defecation will free you of toxins and engender longevity!

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot

Dec 28, 2020

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot Chapter 9 Lesson 11 pg 55a Sage advice on diet, posture, regularity, and the duration of one’s defecation habits can literally prolong life and extend one’s days and years. Advice on how to poop, avoid hemorrhoids and improve facial complexion are also included!!

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot

Jan 5, 2021

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot Chapter 9 Lesson 12 Are you looking for Life, Liberty and Happiness? Secret teachings of our sages about little know, dangerous, mortality-inducing things to avoid, and the things that require a special plea-for-mercy from G-d!

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot

Jan 18, 2021

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot Chapter 9 Lesson 13 - pg 55a Part 13 It is wise to compile a list of things that might shorten your life, so you know what to avoid. Yet the notion that refusing an offer to lead the Grace after Meals makes the list is certainly hard to swallow. Discover the Power of Blessings!

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Talmud Tisch- Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot

Jan 18, 2021

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Talmud Tisch- Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot Chapter 9 Lesson 14 Our challenging times scream for leadership. Fascinating analysis about how the biblical Bezalel was appointed to head the National Endeavour to create a Sanctuary for G-d in the Desert provides insight to fill our vacuum today!

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BRIDGE OF SPIES - Part One

Jun 19, 2022

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Tom's Talmud Tisch: , Masechet Sotah, Daf 34,b This Gemara mini-series focuses on the Scriptural Story of the Sin of the Spies. The baffling biblical narrative of the Scouts appointed by Moses to reconnoiter Canaan is a shameful yet important part of our national saga. In-depth study of the verses reveals the true backstory, enabling us to learn the lessons of history and avoid repeating their mistakes today! Part One, opens as we seek an understanding of the origins of this most unusual Divine commandment, logically proving it couldn't have been initiated by G-d, but rather a big decision Moses would have to make on his own. Was the mission doomed to fail from the get-go, or did the system malfunction? Our Sages then dig into the language used to uncover unsavory motives. By employing a fascinating biblical cross reference, the truth is embarrassingly laid bare. Finally, we are introduced to historic decoding of the secret messages encrypted into the IDs of the selected scouts -- revealing some shocking information! This is the first Episode of a two-part mini study-series entitled SPIES IN DISGUISE.

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THE SPY GONE NORTH - Part Two

Jun 27, 2022

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Tom's Talmud Tisch: Masechet Sotah, Daf 34,b Part Two, continues with a fascinating biblical cross reference embarrassingly uncover the naked truth. Then we hear of an heirloom legacy decoding of secret messages encrypted into the IDs of the selected scouts. This all reveals some shocking information as well as a deeper understanding of the whether this spy-mission ill-fated from the get-go. Finally, as we re-trace the steps of the Spies who went South, we get the Minority Man Report -- hearing about the one who dared buck the trend and go off on his own! This little known, yet incredible story of the one Spy who decided to go it alone, slip into a graveyard cave provides the keys to achieving moral clarity. The seeming detour of dependency ends provides him a view of the mission the others missed. It It's a thrilling narrative that remains an ongoing source of practical guidance and uplifting inspiration. Here you will find real-time instructions for success even when you aren’t given unique Privileges or special Blessings! Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

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AN UNGRATEFUL NATION

Jul 17, 2022

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin - The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Twenty Nine Page 94 a This Episode opens with a focus on the Royal Disgrace of National Ingratitude at varying watershed moments. We will see a glaring historic omission that repeated itself, and focus on the lessons we must learn from them! Analysis of an ancient narrative that remains an ongoing source of practical guidance and uplifting inspiration will make us wonder if it was a sharp-edged knife, or serrated sensitivities? These events of antiquity clearly contain real-time instructions for success even, or perhaps especially when you aren’t born with unique Privileges or don't merit receiving special Blessings! Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

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THE TEN LOST TRIBES

Jul 25, 2022

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin - The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Thirty Page 94 a-b This Episode opens with a focus on the powerful potential royal protagonists were endowed, their clash of civilizations and values. This watershed face-off can speak to us from antiquity with real-time instructions for success even if, or perhaps especially when you aren’t born with unique Privileges or don't merit receiving special Blessings! This teaching creates necessary backdrop for us to delve into the History and Mystery of The Lost Tribes of Israel! From the Privileged Naming of a Historic Conqueror to an Incredible Lesson in Communication that we would all be wise to learn from; you’ll discover how sometimes “Where You Go” isn’t nearly as important as “What You Call It!”

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RAGING WATERS

Aug 21, 2022

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin - The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Thirty-One Page 94 a-b This Episode opens with a focus on the Fiery Destruction of Israel's enemies that came in a Blaze of G-d’s Glory. Then we'll move on to analyze Differing Dimensions of Divine Retribution for Royal Blasphemy, as we learn of the different methods and messengers G-d might choose to punish the irreverent and arrogant offenders. Back the People of Israel -- we learn of Softly Flowing Springs Flooded by Strong Rivers, as the national rejection of Shiloach-like Sovereignty leads to the punishing Rapids of Assyrian Affliction.

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AFTER THE TRUTH

Aug 21, 2022

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Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Sanhedrin - The Talmud on the World to Come Lesson Thirty-Two Page 94b This Episode opens with a focus on the bodily weakness that brought strength of the spirit, and G-d’s protection upon the nation. For when Am Yisrael is weary from intense devotion to Torah Study it is enabled to resist Enemy Oppression! We then move on to Deciphering of the Prophecies that Followed the Facts of Faith. Discovering the meaning of Post-mortem Prophecies that tell of a Divine Oath Bringing Great Challenges that ultimately Channeled even Greater Sustenance. Plus we’ll learn about the Energy and the Burning Power of Synagogue Oil Lamps!

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Our Season Of Joy What In Heaven Are We Celebrating At Simchat Beit HaShoeva!

Oct 7, 2020

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Drawing Joy! Defining Simchat Beit HaSho’eva: The Seasonal Sukkot Celebration that Poured Happiness out of a Bucket in the Beit HaMikdash, and why that’s revelevant today!

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Why We Whack Willows On Hoshana Rabba Bringing Sukkot To Its Climax Sweetening Judgement!

Oct 8, 2020

1:15:11

! Unplugging the Great Willow Whack: Digging Deep in the soil of Torah tradition to uncover the Origins, Meanings, and Relevance in Ancient Temple Plant Parades that lead to Modern Synagogue Willow Whacking!

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Have We Been Dancing Since Antiquity Did The Patriarchs & Moses Dance On Simchat Torah

Oct 9, 2020

1:06:37

Were Hakafot held in Ancient Times? Did our Patriarchs, Moses, Kings David and Solomon really Dance on Simchat Torah? Here’s how we can best view Tomorrow via Yesterday!

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WALLED IN

Aug 21, 2022

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TALMUD Tractate Sukkah pg 6b Lesson Twenty-Eight How do I know if my Sukkah is a properly partitioned structure? This Episode features a discovery of The Halachik Theory that stand behind the seemingly "Hollow Walls" that serve to satisfy the minimum legal needs to create the Mitzvah entity called a Sukkah! We place great emphasis on Tracing Sources, e.g., identifying the scriptural origins of the rules and strictures that govern the particulars of any given Mitzvah observance. When no verse is found, we understand the source must be an "Oral Sinai Tradition." This initiates a fascinating journey, from the dimensions of the Legendary Ark of the Covenant to the to the sweep of the Cherubic wingspan and its relative heights. Then, we'll be introduced to jurisprudence behind the theoretical, yet legally binding Extensions, Attachments and Curved Walls that can complete our Holiday Huts. Finally, we move on to new business: the minimum number of partitions required for a Makeshift Shelter to be granted Legal Status. Here too, there's a debate on minimalist requirements. A quest for the possible reasons behind the different views will follow.

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SUKKAH SOURCE CODE

Sep 4, 2022

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TALMUD Tractate Sukkah pg 6b Lesson Twenty-Nine In the previous Episode we learnt about the Halachik Theory behind seemingly "Hollow Walls" that can satisfy the legal requirements to create a Mitzvah entity called Sukkah! The actual minimum number of partitions required for a Makeshift Shelter to be granted Legal Status remained a debate. In this Episode, as the quest for the possible reasons behind the different views ensues, we move to trace the Scripture Sources for the rules governing the Sukkah itself. In deciphering those very sources, we will be introduced to the differing methodologies of expounding the Torah’s statements in general. Is it the written tradition, or the vocalization that is most authoritative? The answer this question will invariably have great bearing on the way we define the Sukkah partition requirements as well. Ultimately the disparate Rivers of Rational all flow into the same Sea of Talmudic conclusion. The debate is only about how we navigate our way there!

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CRACKING THE PROPHETIC CODE

Sep 11, 2022

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TALMUD Tractate Sukkah pg 6b Lesson Thirty In the previous Episode we sought Scripture Sources for rules governing the Sukkah itself, and the differing opinions about the minimum partition requirements. In deciphering those sources, we encountered differing methodologies of expounding biblical verses. Which is most authoritative: the written word or its vocalization? The answer to this question makes all the difference. In this Episode we continue the quest, by seeking alternatives methods to trace the Scriptural Sources for the Sukkah's Surroundings with variations of deciphering the same Prophetic Code that minimize dissent! While there isn't a practical difference and the ultimate destination is same, in true Talmudic fashion we identify various scenic routes to navigate our way there! Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

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BROKEN WALLS

Sep 19, 2022

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TALMUD Tractate Sukkah pg 7a Lesson Thirty-One In the previous Episodes we established the Scripture Sources for governing Sukkah principles in a variety of different ways. Having completed the source tracing for Sukkah Walls minimums, in this new Episode the Talmud now addresses the possible placements of those incomplete barriers. This will clarity the extent of the liberties we may take in extended the theoretical partitions to effectively create a Halachik Sukkah. Finally, a discussion about the maximum allowance of barrier breakage that wouldn't interfere with the Kashruth of the Sukkah?

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SUKKAH DOOR WAYS

Sep 25, 2022

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TALMUD Tractate Sukkah pg 7a Lesson Thirty-Two In the previous Episode we address the placements of conceptual third - albeit mostly non-literal - barrier that can be employed to complete a legally valid Sukkah enclosure. Pushing the envelope on the creation of this third theoretical partition to effectuate Halachik Sukkah status we were introduced to an "Alley Sukkah" primarily comprised of only two parallel walls. Now, in addition to the placements of an incomplete minimal barrier, our Sages moved the binding completion of this theoretical enclosure by virtue of a Doorway Formation!

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THE BEAUTIFUL TRUTH

Aug 7, 2023

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Talmud Tractate Sukkah Chap. 3, Page 35a , In Leviticus 23; 40 Moses conveys the Torah's commandment: "On the first day [of the Festival of Sukkot] you must take hold for yourself... Fruit of the Beautiful Tree..." Using cryptic language, the scripture does not clearly identify the fruit it speaks of. This in-depth mini-series focuses on the page in Masechet Sukkah that records the teachings of our Sages about this very question. Here, the Talmud sets out to solve the mystery of the enigmatic Etrog's ID once and for all! To be sure, our sacred oral tradition has always identified it as the Citron, yet is there any proof for this in the biblical text itself? The words of our Sages are richly illuminated by the multi-layered commentaries of the medieval and modern era. -------- Episode One: We open with some serious digging in the sands of history to first address the white elephant in the room: is the ID of this Mitzvah Fruit really rooted in Biblical Soil, or is it (as some academics have recently claimed) but a later a Rabbinic Transplant? A careful look at the precise language employed in the scriptural syntax seems to link botanical beauty with tasty symmetry. In highlighting a unique Fruit/Bark corollary there seems to be an easy method to obtain proof positive ID of the Beautiful Fruit. Yet in our quest for unequivocal definition, we encounter the range of vegetative diversity flavouring life in Israel. And the matter seems far from resolved. Undaunted, the Talmud will persist, and, in the end, it’ll be size that matters most in solving this Mitzvah Mystery!

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THE FRUIT HUNTERS

Aug 14, 2023

1:09:19

Talmud Tractate Sukkah Chap. 3, Page 35a , In Leviticus 23; 40 Moses conveys the Torah's commandment: "On the first day [of the Festival of Sukkot] you must take hold for yourself... Fruit of the Beautiful Tree..." Using cryptic language, the scripture does not clearly identify the fruit it speaks of. This in-depth mini-series focuses on the page in Masechet Sukkah that records the teachings of our Sages about this very question. Here, the Talmud sets out to solve the mystery of the enigmatic Etrog's ID once and for all! To be sure, our sacred oral tradition has always identified it as the Citron, yet is there any proof for this in the biblical text itself? The words of our Sages are richly illuminated by the multi-layered commentaries of the medieval and modern era. Episode Two: "THE FRUIT HUNTERS" Having successfully completed round one of the quests to identify the biblical roots the Torah's Mitzvah Fruit, the hunt continues as we seek out additional messages encrypted into the text of the Scripture. In an interesting twist, now Gathering Fruit becomes like Cornering Animals! While last time around it was botanical beauty linked to fruit tree taste symmetry, the search for a Positive ID on the Torah’s Mitzvah Fruit now looks pasts photosynthesis parallels and instead chooses to focus on sheepish commonality. Can the range of cyclical diversity found in a common Sheep Pen be reflective of a Tree’s Harvest biodiversity and will seasonal overlap become a most telling feature?

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THE WAY OF WATER

Aug 28, 2023

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Talmud Tractate Sukkah Chap. 3, Page 35a , Having dug into the scriptural strata to uncover biblical roots on the identity of the Torah's Beautiful Fruit, we've already hit paydirt twice! In "THE WAY OF WATER," our third Episode of the series we will move on to radically Redefined Beauty and eventually end up a Creek in Greek! In our immediate past Episode, the hunt for a Positive ID on the Torah’s Mystery Fruit had us linking harvest biodiversity and sheepish commonality. Here we find an alternative method, which isn't that different etymologically speaking. We begin by revealing a new dimension of Botanical Beauty that's born out of the same continuous dwelling we've already alluded to. A final and even more innovative reading takes in kindred but different direction. This approach will lead us to go with the flow of all waters. Or in plain Greek, we seem to be heading up a Creek!

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IN ORGANIC WE TRUST

Aug 28, 2023

1:04:29

Talmud Tractate Sukkah Chap. 3, Page 35a , Over the past three Episodes, we've dug deeply into scriptural soil to uncover biblical roots on the identity of the Torah's Beautiful Fruit. Multiple endeavours employed a garden variety of fertile methods, as we radically redefined botanical beauty. After navigating the hazards of identifying the species and genus of the Kosher Citron, we move onto the need to locate one! And, surprisingly enough, Fruit of Trees Worshipped becomes the first major issue to require clarification. Simply stated: would using an Etrog plucked from an Oracle, or harvested from a Forbidden City amount to an ill-fated attempt at performing a Mitzvah, or would we say that as long as you we're well intentioned -- the details don't count that much? This is the fourth segment of an ongoing Talmud Series on The Etrog.

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Troublesome Timing (PT13)

Jul 11, 2017

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Megillat Eicha 1:15 - Part 13 "Troublesome Timing" Jeremiah mournfully bewails the crushing of heroic defenders, leaving the innocent maidens defenceless before the bestial enemy who cruelly violated and murdered them by the thousands. The verbiage mysteriously hints at a festive-like appointed time – the clarification of which opens profound new dimensions that would otherwise remain hidden beneath the surface Learn More: Eicha In Depth by Rabbi Kaplan http://www.chabad.org/search/results.asp?searchWord=Eicha+in+Depth&scope=591213

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Weeping Eyes (PT14)

Jul 17, 2017

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Megillat Eicha 1:16 - Part 14 "Weeping Eyes" Verse 16 presents Jerusalem crying bitterly over the savage suffering and brutal, bloody destruction of her children. Endless tears are shed for a vanished reality, as she mourns an enchanted spiritual world that so vibrantly pulsated with holiness, love and loyalty; and the limp, pale and colourless exilic generation that replaced it. With redemptive comfort and consolation seemingly so distant, her yearning for glorious restoration intensifies. This remarkable class will change your perspective on destruction, exile and the redemption we await! Learn More: Eicha In Depth by Rabbi Kaplan http://www.chabad.org/search/results.asp?searchWord=rabbi+mendel+kaplan+Megillat+Eicha

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The Lonely Nation (PT15)

Jul 24, 2017

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Megillat Eicha 1:17 - Part 15 "The Lonely Nation" Studying Eicha verse 1:17. Zion; crying in pain and weeping incessantly, wrings her hands and desperately reaches out seeking sympathy, comfort and consolation, but no one responds! Her enemies follow her into exile; encircled and taunted she is outcast and disgraced. This class poignantly illustrates how this tragic poetry is textbook description of our Exilic Experience.

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Global Confession! (PT16)

Jul 31, 2017

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Megillat Eicha 1:18 Part 16 "Global Confession" Eicha: 1:18, Zion publicly acknowledges spiritual shortcomings, moral failures and rebelliousness. In accepting G-d’s judgment upon herself, she faithfully confesses her guilt in bringing destruction upon herself. Yet in the latter half of the verse, mournful wailing continues. This class addresses the seemingly disparate reflexes expressed in this verse, and in doing so reconciles the implicit tension between maintaining absolute faith while expressing emotional angst of sorrow in the face of tragedy. The notion of “accepting Hashem’s judgement” is presented in the broader sweep of our biblical tradition, and we encounter the tragic end of Judea’s supremely righteous last real monarch.

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The Betrayal (PT17)

Jul 16, 2018

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Megillat Eicha 1:19 - Part 17 "The Betrayal" In a brief return to Megillat Eicha, we lament betrayal by lovers & leaders letdown.

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Judah has Gone Into Exile

Aug 11, 2019

36:42

Judah has Gone Into Exile Midrash Eicha — Chapter 1;3

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Alone She Wept! (PT 1)

May 30, 2024

1:03:16

This text-based class on Megillat Eicha provides a general overview and analyzes the first two verses.

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Shades of Exile (PT 2)

May 30, 2024

1:05:54

his text-based class on Megillat Eicha focuses on verses 3-4 of the first chapter.

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Why do Our Enemies Prosper? (PT 3)

May 30, 2024

52:06

This text-based class on Megillat Eicha focuses on verse 5 of the first chapter.

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Jerusalem’s Glory Unplugged(PT 4)

May 30, 2024

59:13

This text-based class on Megillat Eicha focuses on verse 6 of the first chapter.

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Jerusalem's Rebellious Remembrances(PT 5)

May 30, 2024

51:51

This text-based class on Megillat Eicha focuses on verse 7 of the first chapter.

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Jerusalem’s Jewish Sinners(PT 6)

May 30, 2024

1:02:03

This text-based class on Megillat Eicha focuses on verse 8 of the first chapter.

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When Sin Loses its Shame (PT 7)

May 31, 2024

53:00

This text-based class on Megillat Eicha focuses on verse 9 of the first chapter.

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Plundered Treasure! (PT 8)

May 31, 2024

1:03:27

This class on Megillat Eicha focuses on verse 10 of the first chapter. As the destroyers entered the Holy Temple to plunder its gold and silver, they were joined by a strange accomplice who brazenly laid a hand on our greatest treasure of all, and, in a singular act of desecration, cast us to the lowest level of despair. In studying this tragic verse, you’ll discover how it provides us encouraging insight into what's really important in life – and how to best contend with the challenging realities we face today.

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Hungry for Prophesy (PT 9)

May 31, 2024

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Megillat Eicha begins in verse 11: “All her people are sighing...” as the prophet laments the dreadful starvation that gripped the nation. Utterly consumed with hunger they exchanged handfuls of gold for tiny morsels of bread. Blinded by their insatiable quest for physical subsistence they lost sight of life’s meaning and purpose altogether. In studying this verse, you’ll also discover the non-literal modern alter-ego of this condition, and how this mournful prophesy actually provides insight, encouragement and inspiration to help us refocus our lives today.

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Jerusalem Passionately Pours Forth (PT 10)

May 31, 2024

43:41

In this class we listen to Jerusalem pour her heart out to proverbial passersby in emotional distress, bitterly lamenting her misfortune and destruction. The in-depth analyses of this verse reveals how this poetic prophecy provide insight, encouragement and inspiration to help us deal with our own painful realities, as well as appreciate the highs, lows and unique travails of our collective Jewish experience! (Lamentations 1:12)

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Fiery Rain with a Chance of Infinity! ( PT 11)

May 31, 2024

46:31

This class focuses on the verse (Eicha, 1:13) “From on High He sent a Fire...” Our sages understood this to mean literally: G-d Himself actually rained down fire to burn the Beit HaMikdash so the heathens could not boast that they destroyed it themselves! From beneath G-d metaphorically spreads out an ensnaring trap as Jerusalem hurling us back into our exile of desolation and dysfunction whose expiration date seems to have come and gone without redemptive transformation. This all sounds most unusual; yet its message may well surprise inspire you.

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The Divine Choreography of Retribution ( PT 12)

May 31, 2024

1:00:26

This class studies the verse (Eicha 1:14) in which Jeremiah's warnings about the devastation that would visit the Jewish people reveals a profoundly orchestrated choreography woven into the timing and magnitude of G-d's punishment. The steady snowballing effect of sin will invariably accumulate until a cascade of catastrophic consequences chokes us; yet the destruction is never complete and we always rise from the ashes.

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