Popular Shows by Rabbi Mendel Kaplan: Page 19

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Eternally Yours

Feb 16, 2018

21:49

Ma’amer Chassidus: Parshat Terumah ~Ve'asu Li Mikdash~ 5743-1983 "Eternally Yours" Torah’s phraseology on the Mishkan indicates its eternity. But how can that be?

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Soul Fire Wars

Feb 23, 2018

30:22

Ma’amer Chassidus: Parshat Tetzaveh ~ועשית מזבח מקטר קטורת~ 5737 - 1963 "Soul Fire Wars" Igniting a soul’s passion is no simple matter. be amazed at its fiery dimensions!

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Back to Basics

Mar 9, 2018

30:06

Ma’amer Chassidus: Parshat Vayak'hel ~Vayakheil Moshe ~ 5714 - 1954 "Back to Basics" A fascinating mystical overview of Shabbat and life’s basic necessities.

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Skin Deep

Apr 20, 2018

34:20

Ma’amer Chassidus: Parshat Tazria-Metzora ~להבין ענין הנגעים~ 5741 - 1981 "Skin Deep"The Parsha’s miraculous dermal condition - Tzara’at - made relevant in everyday life.

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At-ONE-ment Style

Apr 27, 2018

36:34

Ma’amer Chassidus: Parshat Kedoshim ~מאמר ד״ה כתנת בד קדש, תשל״ו~ 5736 - 1976 "At-ONE-ment Style" Insight and inspirational out of the folds of Kohen Gadol’s sacred garments.

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Like a Rock

May 11, 2018

26:57

Ma’amer Chassidus: Parshat Behar-Bechukotai ~מאמר ד״ה אם בחוקותי~ 5743 - 1983 "Like a Rock" Only Mitzvot “set in stone” enable a higher level of divine communion. Learn why!

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Just Eat It

May 25, 2018

33:12

Ma’amer Chassidus: Parshat Naso ~ וידבר ה' ...כה תברכו ...יברכך גו' ~ 5743 - 1983 "JUST EAT IT" Discover how the synergy of Priestly Blessings, Meals & Torah Study nourishes us.

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Bartender Blessings?

Jun 8, 2018

31:56

Ma’amer Chassidus: Parshat Shlach ~מאמר ד״ה להבין ענין הנסכים~ 5743 - 1983 "Bartender Blessings?" Blessed Beverages of the Temple! How ancient Temple libations helped develop our Jewish homeland.

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Maamar Ve'atah Tetzaveh, Part 1

Jun 15, 2018

57:31

Maamar Ve'atah Tetzaveh, Part 1 Chassidic Discourse on Nurturing Faith By Yehoshua B. Gordon V’atah Tetzaveh is the last maamar the Rebbe edited and personally distributed to chassidim. The discourse explains how the Jewish leader assists the Jew in strengthening, nurturing and internalizing the soul’s essential faith. Will Power – The last Ma’amar (Chassidic discourse) that the Rebbe edited and personally distributed is known as “V’ata T’tzezave.” Many consider it as his spiritual “last will and testament.” Each year, Chassidim conscientiously study this profound mystical scholarly text in observance of the Hilula. Following tradition, we publicly review (verbatim) segments of it on Shabbat evening and morning, concluding in the afternoon – following services.

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Maamar Ve'atah Tetzaveh, Part 2

Jun 15, 2018

56:28

Maamar Ve'atah Tetzaveh, Part 2 Chassidic Discourse on Nurturing Faith By Yehoshua B. Gordon V’atah Tetzaveh is the last maamar the Rebbe edited and personally distributed to chassidim. The discourse explains how the Jewish leader assists the Jew in strengthening, nurturing and internalizing the soul’s essential faith. Will Power – The last Ma’amar (Chassidic discourse) that the Rebbe edited and personally distributed is known as “V’ata T’tzezave.” Many consider it as his spiritual “last will and testament.” Each year, Chassidim conscientiously study this profound mystical scholarly text in observance of the Hilula. Following tradition, we publicly review (verbatim) segments of it on Shabbat evening and morning, concluding in the afternoon – following services.

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Maamar Ve'atah Tetzaveh, Part 3

Jun 15, 2018

51:51

Maamar Ve'atah Tetzaveh, Part 3 Chassidic Discourse on Nurturing Faith By Yehoshua B. Gordon V’atah Tetzaveh is the last maamar the Rebbe edited and personally distributed to chassidim. The discourse explains how the Jewish leader assists the Jew in strengthening, nurturing and internalizing the soul’s essential faith. Will Power – The last Ma’amar (Chassidic discourse) that the Rebbe edited and personally distributed is known as “V’ata T’tzezave.” Many consider it as his spiritual “last will and testament.” Each year, Chassidim conscientiously study this profound mystical scholarly text in observance of the Hilula. Following tradition, we publicly review (verbatim) segments of it on Shabbat evening and morning, concluding in the afternoon – following services.

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Layers of Loyalty

Jun 22, 2018

27:05

Ma’amer Chassidus: Parshat Chukat ~Zos Chukas Ha’Torah 5745 - 1985 ~ "Layers of Loyalty" A fascinating Ma’amer reveals the multi-layered idea of devotion in Yiddishkeit.

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Permanence vs. Transience

Jun 29, 2018

25:24

Ma’amer Chassidus: Parshat Balak ~Ma Tovu~ 5744 - 1984 "Permanence vs. Transience" Discover two paths for bringing about HaShem’s presence among us.

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War & Peace

Jul 13, 2018

19:54

Ma’amer Chassidus: Parshat Matot-Massei ~Heichaltzu~ 5747 - 1987 "War & Peace" Mystical meaning of War on Midyan and why only Moses could lead the charge.

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Spirit of Zion

Jul 20, 2018

25:46

Ma’amer Chassidus: Parshat Devarim ~ציון במשפט תפדה~ 5742 - 1982 "Spirit of Zion" How the name Zion can refer to our Holy Land and as well as our Holy Neshama.

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Moonstruck

Jul 27, 2018

30:07

Ma’amer Chassidus: Parshat Va'etchanan The link between this month’s full moon and varying ideas of Jewish romance! מאמר ד״ה לא היו ימים טובים לישראל כחמשה עשר באב 5743 - 1983

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Battle Stations!

Aug 24, 2018

31:03

Ma’amer Chassidus: Parshat Ki Teitzei ~מאמר ד״ה כי תצא וכו׳ ~ 5745 - 1985 "Battle Stations!" Delightfully inspiring mystical interpretation of the Parsha’s battlefield opening.

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Basi L’Gani ~ Global Garden - Part 1

Jan 12, 2020

45:45

Basi L’Gani ~ Global Garden Part One Studying a Yud Shvat Discourse corresponding to this year: Version 5720! Acquire mind-expanding appreciation on the true purpose of creation and the profundity of life!

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Basi L’Gani ~ Global Garden - Part 2

Jan 19, 2020

46:24

Chassidic Discourse Basi L’Gani ~ Global Garden Part Two Studying a Yud Shvat Discourse corresponding to this year: Version 5720! Acquire mind-expanding appreciation on the true purpose of creation and the profundity of life!

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Basi L’Gani ~ Global Garden - Part 3

Jan 26, 2020

45:59

. : - ? Chassidic Discourse Basi L’Gani ~ Global Garden Part Three Studying a Yud Shvat Discourse corresponding to this year: Version 5720!

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Basi L’Gani ~ Global Garden Part 4

Feb 2, 2020

38:53

; ; ; ! Chassidic Discourse: Basi L’Gani ~ Global Garden Part Four Studying a Yud Shvat Discourse corresponding to this year: Version 5720!

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The Hilula Ma’amer on Resurrection

Feb 17, 2020

40:10

The Hilula Ma’amer on Resurrection מאמר ד״ה להבין ענין תחיית המתים 5746 - 1986

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WHO WILL NURTURE MY FAITH? - Part One

Jun 13, 2021

34:00

Part One of the Rebbe’s Parting Teaching ' , is a Chassidic Discourse which many regard as the Rebbe’s Last Will and Testament. It provides extraordinary clarity of the mystical meanings of Mitzvot, the truest essence of Torah Leadership, defining dimensions of a Soul and the profoundest expressions of its emergence. It outlines the real challenges of our modern era as it poignantly presents us with Marching Orders and boldly lays out the roadmap to Redemption! of "WHO WILL NURTURE MY FAITH?" opens with a charitable analysis of scriptural verbiage and its seeming anomalies. The symbiotic relationship of between exalted Spiritual Leadership and Nation are framed by an oily metaphor.

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ENDLESS LIGHT - Yud Shevat 5782 Special

Jan 11, 2022

1:37:50

It is an indisputable historic fact that the Rebbe’s rise came on the Wings of a Ma’amer – the delivery of an original formal Chassidic Discourse. It was on the night of Yud (the 10th day of the Hebrew month of) Shevat 5711 (1951), on occasion of the first Yahrzeit-Hilulah of the Previous Rebbe, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneerson that the Rebbe formally accepted the sacred mantle of inspired leadership. For many months prior, the Rebbe had already reluctantly, yet increasingly assumed the responsibilities of the revered saintly position. Yet, he never formally acquiesced or acknowledged it. Anyone learned can deliver a scholarly address with original thoughts or insights, and the Rebbe had already shared many such ingenious and inspirational talks. Yet only a Rebbe delivers an original Ma'amer. Up until this point, despite the pleading of Chassidim, the Rebbe had consistently refused to do so. On that dramatic and historic night. Things changed. Forever. With profoundly holy fervour and soul-searing emotion the Rebbe tearfully delivered his first Ma'amer: Basi L'Gani 5711 an original formal Chassidic rumination based on the Last Ma’amer of his predecessor. Each year, on this anniversary he would deliver a new and unique rumination - based on a segment of the original Yom HaHilulah Ma’amer, Basi L’Gani. The original Ma'amer was 20 chapters long. Each year the Ma'amer would expound upon and elucidate the Torah ideas that were found in the corresponding chapter. This year we study the 12th chapter, and this presentation focuses on the Ma'amer the Rebbe delivered on Yud Shevat 5742 (1982). Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

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ARMED FOR VICTORY

Jan 24, 2023

1:38:48

’ ’ Part One of this special series on Ma’amer Basi L’Gani 5743 (1983), entitled "BENEATH THE DARKNESS" is called “ARMED FOR VICTORY.” The prefix (covering chapters one and two) of the Ma’amer succinctly and uniquely recapitulates the thesis of the first 12 chapters of the original Ma’amer Basi L’Gani (5710). For more about this see below.* This opening Episode sets the stage for the exciting ground-breaking mystical journey that especially focuses on the theme of chapter 13 by traveling a familiar road in revisiting the themes of the earlier chapters. Yet, much of the scenery is redrawn and previous parameters are significantly expanded and re-envisioned with an illuminating new perspective! * The Ma’amarim of Basi L’Gani, are a collection of more than 40 uniquely themed Chassidic Discourses that were delivered by The Rebbe on, or in proximity to Yud Shvat, the Yartzeit-Hilulah of his predecessor Rabbi Yosef Yitzchok Schneerson, between the years of 5711 and 5748 (1951 – 1988). All these ruminations were directly based on Ma’amer Basi L’Gani, 5710, which was released by Rabbi Yosef Yitzchok on the eve of his terrestrial passing. This [original] Ma’amer is widely regarded as the Previous Rebbe’s Last Will and Testament, and our Rebbe used its themes as guiding lights for the unique mission of our Seventh Generation [of Chabad-Lubavitch] Chassidim. Kindred in containing many common concepts or ideas, each discourse incorporates a remarkably wide range of mystical Torah teachings and always radiates with multiple novel, fresh creative insights. The original rumination contains Twenty Chapters, and for nearly four decades, annually (in orderly successive fashion) the Rebbe would elaborate on themes found in a specific chapter, by delivering one or more Ma’amarim (formal dissertations of original Chassidic Teachings) almost always opening with the Midrashic words “Basi L’Gani.” This year, 5783, we are – once again – focused on chapter thirteen. As such, the discourses of 5723 (1963) and 5743 (1983) are studied by the global Chasidic community during the Yud Shvat season.

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SANCTIONING EVIL

Jan 25, 2023

1:35:41

’ ’ Part Two of this special series on Ma’amer Basi L’Gani 5743 (1983), entitled "BENEATH THE DARKNESS" is called “SANCTIONING EVIL.” We now move into this year’s theme: the Forces of Evil created by G-d, ultimately for a Holy Purpose. Part two (covering chapters three and four) of the Ma’amer begin the focus on chapter 13 of the original Ma’amer Basi L’Gani (5710). For more details on this, see below.* In this Episode we will delve into the idea that darkness in our our world is by design, and can be viewed as a reflection of our own inner doubts and individual challenges. Yet, while the theological argument must perhaps be made, the copious documentation of the details of the divinely engineered concealment seem excessive and overwhelming. Moreover, could they not lead to a twisted sanctioning of evil? Playlist link: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4... * The Ma’amarim of Basi L’Gani, are a collection of more than 40 uniquely themed Chassidic Discourses that were delivered by The Rebbe on, or in proximity to Yud Shvat, the Yartzeit-Hilulah of his predecessor Rabbi Yosef Yitzchok Schneerson, between the years of 5711 and 5748 (1951 – 1988). All these ruminations were directly based on Ma’amer Basi L’Gani, 5710, which was released by Rabbi Yosef Yitzchok on the eve of his terrestrial passing. This [original] Ma’amer is widely regarded as the Previous Rebbe’s Last Will and Testament, and our Rebbe used its themes as guiding lights for the unique mission of our Seventh Generation [of Chabad-Lubavitch] Chassidim. Kindred in containing many common concepts or ideas, each discourse incorporates a remarkably wide range of mystical Torah teachings and always radiates with multiple novel, fresh creative insights. The original rumination contains Twenty Chapters, and for nearly four decades, annually (in orderly successive fashion) the Rebbe would elaborate on themes found in a specific chapter, by delivering one or more Ma’amarim (formal dissertations of original Chassidic Teachings) almost always opening with the Midrashic words “Basi L’Gani.” This year, 5783, we are – once again – focused on chapter thirteen. As such, the discourses of 5723 (1963) and 5743 (1983) are studied by the global Chasidic community during the Yud Shvat season.

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VIRTUAL REVOLUTION

Jan 26, 2023

1:22:07

’ ’ Part Three of this special series on Ma’amer Basi L’Gani 5743 (1983), entitled "BENEATH THE DARKNESS" is called “VIRTUAL REVOLUTION.” Seeking resolution to the faith conundrum of Evil's existence, a revolutionary idea on the virtual, yet real-time effect of Torah study is presented . The third class of the series (covering chapters five and six) on the Ma’amer continues to broadly address the primary theme in chapter 13 of the original Ma’amer Basi L’Gani (5710). For more details on this, see below.* In this Episode we are introduced to a sacred Engagement Theory that provides a fresh perspective on Torah study’s impact. Here we will clarify how the conceptual engagement with evil-in-theory actuates a virtual revolution of our world’s natural order and literally neutralizes the forces of darkness to release a higher form of light! The final terms of this remarkable mystical equation provide a deeply insightful solution to the baffling theological challenge made in the previous Episode. Playlist link: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4... * The Ma’amarim of Basi L’Gani, are a collection of more than 40 uniquely themed Chassidic Discourses that were delivered by The Rebbe on, or in proximity to Yud Shvat, the Yartzeit-Hilulah of his predecessor Rabbi Yosef Yitzchok Schneerson, between the years of 5711 and 5748 (1951 – 1988). All these ruminations were directly based on Ma’amer Basi L’Gani, 5710, which was released by Rabbi Yosef Yitzchok on the eve of his terrestrial passing. This [original] Ma’amer is widely regarded as the Previous Rebbe’s Last Will and Testament, and our Rebbe used its themes as guiding lights for the unique mission of our Seventh Generation [of Chabad-Lubavitch] Chassidim. Kindred in containing many common concepts or ideas, each discourse incorporates a remarkably wide range of mystical Torah teachings and always radiates with multiple novel, fresh creative insights. The original rumination contains Twenty Chapters, and for nearly four decades, annually (in orderly successive fashion) the Rebbe would elaborate on themes found in a specific chapter, by delivering one or more Ma’amarim (formal dissertations of original Chassidic Teachings) almost always opening with the Midrashic words “Basi L’Gani.” This year, 5783, we are – once again – focused on chapter thirteen. As such, the discourses of 5723 (1963) and 5743 (1983) are studied by the global Chasidic community during the Yud Shvat season.

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THE BOOK OF TRANSFORMATIONS

Jan 29, 2023

1:31:25

’ ’ The Fourth and final part of this special series on Ma’amer Basi L’Gani 5743 (1983), entitled "BENEATH THE DARKNESS" is called “THE BOOK OF TRANSFORMATIONS.” Seeking resolution to the faith conundrum of Evil's existence, a revolutionary idea on the virtual, yet real-time effect of Torah study is presented . The fourth class of the series (covering chapters seven, eight and nine) concludes the Ma’amer by further developing the primary theme in chapter 13 of the original Ma’amer Basi L’Gani (5710). For more details on this, see below.* In this Episode we are complete the sacred Knowledge is Power paradigm that provides a fresh perspective on Torah study’s impact. The Ma’amer’s crowning conclusion introduces Torah as the ultimate book of transformation. Profound intellectual grasp and personalized knowledge connects us with the ultimate power, enabling us to harness the true force of spirit! This Fourth Episode of the four-part series has been lovingly dedicated by Dr. Martin Kushner and Sharon Adler to elevate the Neshama of Etel Adler, Etel bat Zecharia O.B.M. Playlist link: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4... * The Ma’amarim of Basi L’Gani, are a collection of more than 40 uniquely themed Chassidic Discourses that were delivered by The Rebbe on, or in proximity to Yud Shvat, the Yartzeit-Hilulah of his predecessor Rabbi Yosef Yitzchok Schneerson, between the years of 5711 and 5748 (1951 – 1988). All these ruminations were directly based on Ma’amer Basi L’Gani, 5710, which was released by Rabbi Yosef Yitzchok on the eve of his terrestrial passing. This [original] Ma’amer is widely regarded as the Previous Rebbe’s Last Will and Testament, and our Rebbe used its themes as guiding lights for the unique mission of our Seventh Generation [of Chabad-Lubavitch] Chassidim. Kindred in containing many common concepts or ideas, each discourse incorporates a remarkably wide range of mystical Torah teachings and always radiates with multiple novel, fresh creative insights. The original rumination contains Twenty Chapters, and for nearly four decades, annually (in orderly successive fashion) the Rebbe would elaborate on themes found in a specific chapter, by delivering one or more Ma’amarim (formal dissertations of original Chassidic Teachings) almost always opening with the Midrashic words “Basi L’Gani.” This year, 5783, we are – once again – focused on chapter thirteen. As such, the discourses of 5723 (1963) and 5743 (1983) are studied by the global Chasidic community during the Yud Shvat season.

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70 for 70: Episode Twenty

Dec 17, 2019

2:54

70 for 70: Episode Twenty Moshiach: Powered by Torah Study

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70 for 70: Episode Twenty One

Dec 18, 2019

2:42

70 for 70: Episode Twenty One Moshiach: Making Mitzvot Happen in Hands-on Fashion!

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70 for 70: Episode Twenty Two

Dec 19, 2019

2:56

70 for 70: Episode Twenty Two Moshiach: Serving Hashem in the Royal Image of King David!

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70 for 70: Episode Twenty Three

Dec 20, 2019

2:39

Episode Twenty Three: Moshiach: Why the Person Chosen by G-d will Have to be a Powerful Influencer!!

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70 for 70: Episode Twenty Four

Dec 22, 2019

2:16

70 for 70 Episode Twenty Four Moshiach: Influencing the Entirety of the Nation!

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70 for 70: Episode Twenty Five

Dec 23, 2019

2:34

70 for 70: Episode Twenty Five Moshiach: the Man Who Will Influence the Whole Wide World

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70 for 70: Episode Twenty Six

Dec 24, 2019

4:27

70 for 70: Episode Twenty Six Will Moshiach Build the Beit HaMikdash, OR Will It Miraculously Materialize?

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70 for 70: Episode Twenty Seven

Dec 25, 2019

2:53

70 for 70: Episode Twenty Seven: Who Will Build the Third Beit HaMikdash - Part 2

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70 for 70: Episode Twenty Eight

Dec 25, 2019

3:02

70 for 70Episode Twenty Eight: How Will the Third and Eternal Beit HaMikdash Get Built? Part 3

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70 for 70: Episode Twenty Nine

Dec 27, 2019

2:52

70 for 70: Episode Twenty Nine Who Will Build the Third and Eternal Beit HaMikdash - Part 4

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70 for 70: Episode Thirty

Dec 27, 2019

2:52

70 for 70: Episode Thirty What Will Make The Third Beit HaMikdash so special and eternal!

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70 for 70: Episode Thirty One

Dec 31, 2019

4:21

70 for 70: Episode Thirty One What’s First? Building the Beit HaMikdash or Gathering the Exiles?

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70 for 70 Episode Thirty Two

Dec 31, 2019

4:27

70 for 70 Episode Thirty Two Has the actual Geula ~ Messianic Redemption Already Begun from a Halachik Perspective

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70 for 70: Episode Thirty Three

Dec 31, 2019

3:31

Episode Thirty Three: Why the Order of Moshiach’s Global Transformation Matters!

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70 for 70 Episode Thirty Four

Jan 1, 2020

3:05

70 for 70 Episode Thirty Four Moshiach —Bringing About Global Repair - Part One

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70 for 70: Episode Thirty Five

Jan 5, 2020

3:08

70 for 70: Episode Thirty Five Moshiach and Global Transformation - Part 2

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70 for 70: Episode Thirty Six

Jan 6, 2020

3:05

70 for 70: Episode Thirty Six Moshiach and Global Transformation - Part 3

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70 for 70: Episode Thirty Seven

Jan 6, 2020

4:23

70 for 70: Episode Thirty Seven Moshiach and a Vision of Ultimate Universal Prayerful Perfection!

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70 For 70 Episode Thirty Eight

Jan 7, 2020

3:42

70 for 70 Episode Thirty Eight Moshiach Starring In Macro And Micro Versions!

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70 for 70: Episode Thirty Nine

Jan 8, 2020

3:06

70 for 70: Episode Thirty Nine Why is it important to know what the world will be like when Moshiach finally comes?

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70 for 70: Episode Forty

Jan 8, 2020

2:49

70 for 70: Episode Forty The kind of world we can expect to experience when Moshiach comes!

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70 for 70: Episode Forty One

Jan 8, 2020

2:32

70 for 70: Episode Forty One When Moshiach comes, Will the “Wolf actualize lay with the Lamb?

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70 for 70: Episode Forty Two

Jan 10, 2020

3:03

70 for 70 Episode Forty Two Balancing a non-miraculous arrival of Moshiach with Resurrection!

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70 for 70: Episode Forty Three

Jan 10, 2020

4:07

70 for 70: Episode Forty Three We’re finally all caught up!! “Moshiach. Universal Transformation. Miracles or Not!”

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70 for 70: Episode Forty Four

Jan 12, 2020

2:30

70 for 70 Episode Forty Four: How Elijah’s miraculous arrival dovetails into Moshiach’s natural redemptive process!

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70 for 70: Episode Forty Five

Jan 12, 2020

2:51

70 for 70 Episode Forty Five Did you know that Eliyahu HaNavi (Elijah the Prophet) our Harbinger of Redemption; will be announcing Moshiach’s arrival in a bodily sense!

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70 for 70: Episode Forty Six

Jan 13, 2020

2:34

70 for 70 Episode Forty Six: Did you know that when Moshiach comes, the depth and quality of the Torah we study will take a quantum leap forward?!

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70 for 70: Episode Forty Seven

Jan 13, 2020

3:38

70 for 70: Episode Forty Seven How lacklustre Galut Torah study directly leads us into the Quantum Lead of the Redemptive Torah we’ll learn in when Moshiach comes!

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70 for 70: Episode Forty Eight

Jan 15, 2020

3:41

Episode Forty Eight: How today’s Torah of Galut leads us into the Quantum Leap of Torah in Moshiach’s times - Part 2

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70 for 70: Episode Forty Nine

Jan 15, 2020

3:50

70 for 70: Episode Forty Nine The redeeming value today’s lacklustre Torah learning even in comparison with the Torah study of Moshiach’s times!

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70 for 70 Episode Fifty

Jan 17, 2020

3:26

70 for 70 Episode Fifty: Here’s a final word on the value of Galut Era Torah study; despite Moshiach’s eclipse of it!

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70 for 70: Episode Fifty One

Jan 17, 2020

3:08

70 for 70: Episode Fifty One Moshiach: Reaching beyond by teaching wisdom to ALL of Humanity

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70 for 70: Episode Fifty Two

Jan 19, 2020

3:18

70 for 70: Episode Fifty Two A spiritual read on the utopian world Moshiach’s era will soon usher in!

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70 for 70: Episode Fifty Three

Jan 20, 2020

3:41

70 for 70: Episode Fifty Three The incredibly transformed value system of Moshiach’s era!

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70 for 70: Episode Fifty Four

Jan 21, 2020

3:26

70 for 70 Episode Fifty Four: With no needs to be met, how will we occupy ourselves after Moshiach comes?!

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70 for 70: Episode Fifty Five

Jan 22, 2020

3:36

70 for 70: Episode Fifty Five Torah study in Moshiach’s Times: when it’ll no longer be “a means to an end!”

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70 for 70: Episode Fifty Six

Jan 23, 2020

3:06

70 for 70: Episode Fifty Six Did you know that there’s going to be a Unique and Different Division of the Land of Israel in Moshiach’s Era?!

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70 for 70: Episode Fifty Seven

Jan 24, 2020

3:07

70 for 70: Episode Fifty Seven Why things will change for the Levite Tribe when Moshiach comes!

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70 for 70: Episode Fifty Eight

Jan 26, 2020

3:06

70 for 70: Episode Fifty Eight How the re-Division of Eretz Yisroel in Moshiach’s times won’t represent divisiveness; rather emblematic of Oneness!

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70 for 70: Episode Fifty Nine

Jan 26, 2020

3:40

70 for 70 Episode Fifty Nine: It’s a wrap: final words on the novel division of Eretz Yisrael in Moshiach’s times!

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70 for 70: Episode Sixty

Jan 28, 2020

3:55

70 for 70: Episode Sixty —The designation of new Sanctuary Cities only when Moshiach comes!

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70 for 70: Episode Sixty One

Jan 28, 2020

3:23

70 for 70 Episode Sixty One: A suggested answer to question of “Why would we need to designate new Sanctuary Cities when Moshiach finally comes”

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70 for 70: Episode Sixty Two

Jan 28, 2020

3:20

70 for 70 Episode Sixty Two: Another suggested answer as to “Why additional Sanctuary Cities will be added in Moshiach’s Times!”

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70 for 70: Episode Sixty Three

Jan 30, 2020

3:12

70 for 70: Episode Sixty Three The final resolution to the Moshiach Era “Sanctuary City” Conundrum!

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70 for 70: Episode Sixty Four

Jan 30, 2020

3:05

70 for 70: Episode Sixty Four: Moshiach’s Era: the time when we’ll see speed-growth yielded in real time!

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70 for 70: Episode Sixty Five

Feb 2, 2020

3:50

70 for 70: Episode Sixty Five — More on Moshiach Era accelerated growth and miracle harvests!

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70 for 70: Episode Sixty Six

Feb 2, 2020

3:30

70 for 70: Episode Sixty Six: More on Moshiach Era accelerated growth and miracle harvests - Part Two!

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70 for 70: Episode Sixty Seven

Feb 2, 2020

4:03

70 for 70: Episode Sixty Seven — The Rebbe’s take on the extraordinary nature of agriculture in the days of Moshiach!

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70 for 70: Episode Sixty Eight

Feb 4, 2020

3:50

70 for 70: Episode Sixty Eight Will we still celebrate the Yom Tovs’ when Moshiach comes?

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70 for 70: Episode Sixty Nine

Feb 5, 2020

3:16

70 for 70: Episode Sixty Nine: Will we still create the Jewish calendar when Moshiach comes?

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70 for 70: Episode Seventy

Feb 5, 2020

3:04

70 for 70: Seventy ! ’ “ ” !

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MAN OR MOMENT

Apr 12, 2022

18:28

Episode One This series features an in-depth study - in 120-byte size segments - on the Twelfth Principles of our Jewish Faith, Belief in the coming of Moshiach. Drawing on a wide range of classic and contemporary commentaries ultimately addressing the burning issue of passively Anticipating or actively Awaiting? We open with MOSHIACH: MAN, OR MOMENT? to establish the foundation, sources and definitions of what precisely we are meant to believe in. This class is the first in an ongoing study series on The Geulah, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of Moshiach. Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

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BOTH MAN AND MOMENT

Apr 25, 2022

14:37

! , Episode Two Maimonides knew the legal foundation had to be rock solid as the entire structure of Torah eschatology is built on it. He keenly understood that this could only be achieved by necessarily presenting two very different kinds of scriptural sources. The logic behind this is simple: the essential definition what we are meant to believe in, is actually comprised of two unique dimension -- that ultimately fuse as one. This is the second segment in an ongoing study series on The Geulah, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of Moshiach. Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

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MESSIANIC MANDATE

May 11, 2022

24:25

! , Episode Three We've previously reviewed the Maimonidean legal approach to Believing in Moshiach. As its firmly rooted in the verses of the Pentateuch (Five Books of Moses) itself, all subsequent prophecies about the messianic redemption are ultimately but an outgrowth of the original trunk of the Torah. Fascinatingly, these original biblical verses quoted cover both unique, yet mutually inclusive dimensions of Moshiach. The Era and the Man. In this segment, we will highlight the distinction between the proofs, as well as move into an additional proof provided. Yet, upon thoughtful reflection, in view of the above it emerges as redundant, and in the final analysis entirely unnecessary. The development and presentation of this question will go on to serve as a platform for future segments. In the next episode we will go on to launch a fresh new perspective on just how important the concept of Moshiach is to the very essence of Judaism itself! This comprises the third offering in an ongoing study series on The Geulah, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of Moshiach.

1883

MITZVAH MANDATE

May 12, 2022

18:00

! , Episode Four : We've reviewed the sources for the Jewish ideal of the Prophesized Messianic Redemptive Process presented by Maimonides (the Rambam) from the verses of the Pentateuch (Five Books of Moses). The biblical verses quoted covered both dimensions: The Era and the Man. Yet, the distinction between the proofs is clear with one explicit in the spiritual syntax itself, and the other only understood through the Oral Tradition. The final proof, a Messianic Mandate emerged as redundant and inconsequential. The response to that question introduces us to the Big Idea that linking Moshiach to a Mitzvah is an exciting gamechanger that radically emphasizes how centrally important the concept of Geulah (the Messianic Redemption) is to the very essence of Judaism! This comprises the fourth offering in an ongoing study series on The Geulah, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of Moshiach.

1884

MESSIAH IS A MITZVAH

May 12, 2022

14:34

! , Episode Five : Maimonides (the Rambam) carefully traced the Prophesized Messianic Redemption to the Pentateuch (Five Books of Moses). Verses quoted point to both The Era and the Man. He then frames Messiah in terms of a Mitzvah, the question is, why? In other words, the Rambam introduces his last proof to demonstrate how the climax of our Jewish Faith (that has inspired the Belief of Billions) is ultimately anchored in actual Mitzvah practice. Clearly, there is much to be achieved by anchoring belief in Messiah in actual Mitzvah Matters, in addition to the Prophetic Promises. Here, you will discover the deeper reason as to why this is so! This comprises the fifth offering in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach).

1885

MESSIAH MITZVAH GUARANTEED

May 17, 2022

16:12

! , Episode Six : Maimonides (the Rambam) quotes Pentateuch (Five Books of Moses). Verses but then anchors the Promise of Messianic Redemption in an actual Mitzvah obligation. We've already established that this endows its a greater degree of certainty. In this episode we explore the jurisprudence and advantage of linking our belief in Moshiach to actual Mitzvah Matters, in addition to the power of Prophetic Promises. In adding the Torah's commanding syntax of the Cities of Refuge to the Promising Language of Prophecy, the Rambam makes this foundational element of our Jewish Faith even more immutable. This comprises the sixth offering in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach). Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

1886

THE LITERAL MESSIAH

May 19, 2022

17:32

! , Episode Seven : Maimonides (the Rambam) quotes Pentateuch (Five Books of Moses). Verses but then anchors the Promise of Messianic Redemption in an actual Mitzvah obligation. We've already established that this endows its a greater degree of certainty. In this episode we further explore the literal advantage of linking our belief in Moshiach to an actual Mitzvah, beyond the lasting nature of Pentateuchal Promises. In this episode we'll learn how the climax of our Jewish Faith is made most literal when narrated in a commanding syntax -- addressing actual Halachik observance. Here you'll discover why only Mitzvah Matters, rather than a Biblical Narrative, comprises the real gold standard of literal truth, and as such, a far greater guarantee than the Promising Language of Prophecy provides. This explains why the Rambam presents an additional proof: to make this foundational element of our Jewish Faith most immutable. This episode is the seventh in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach). Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

1887

THE NONBELIEVER

May 30, 2022

17:08

! , Episode Eight In our previous episodes we elegantly demonstrated that by anchoring the Promise of Messianic Redemption in actual Mitzvah obligation, Maimonides (Rambam) effectively endows the future Messianic Redemption with a greater degree of certainty. Yet, while this fine thesis is based on sound logic and proven jurisprudence, its impact seems purely theoretical, offering no practical achievement or advantage. In this episode we move to illustrate how the enhanced certainty isn't merely conceptual. It does, in fact, brilliantly yield practical legal ramification. Here you'll discover why it's so significant that our Faith in Moshiach is incorporated into a Mitzvah Matter rather than Prophetic Promise and gain insight into why the Rambam may have chosen to present a kindred quote in a separate paragraph. As our Faith in Messianic Redemption is now linked to appointing new Cities of Refuge, being a "non-Believer" and rejecting the idea of a Literal Messiah becomes far more egregious. Because it amounts to denying Mitzvah eternity is becomes a position of actual Heresy! This episode is the eighth in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach).

1888

MESSIANIC PROPHECY

May 30, 2022

18:13

! , Episode Nine In our previous episodes we greatly elaborated on the multiple (both theoretical, and practical) virtues and the legal ground Maimonides (Rambam) gained by presenting the Promise of Messianic Redemption in an actual Mitzvah obligation. In this episode we return to the Messianic Prophecies of Balaam. A careful analysis the unusually crisp verbiage of Maimonides seems to reveal a well sourced anomaly. Discover why the verses of scripture to be quoted are first introduced by the Rambam as "Prophetic," and gain valuable insight and appreciation for the precision-driven nature of Maimonidean Codes, the Mishna Torah. This brilliant read into the Rambam's precise syntax illustrates how the seemingly unnecessary mention of Prophecy provides a unique and significant added ramification. With the Messianic Redemption overtly linked to "prophecy" the importance of embracing this Faith Principle becomes even more important and denying a prophecy amounts to a unique denial of G-d's communication humanity! This episode is the ninth in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach).

1889

MESSIANIC ASYLUM

Jun 9, 2022

21:36

! , Episode Ten In our previous episodes we greatly elaborated on the multiple (both theoretical, and practical) virtues and the legal ground Maimonides (Rambam) gained by presenting the Promise of Messianic Redemption in an actual Mitzvah obligation. The specific Mitzvah was concerning the Torah's command to designate "Cities of Refuge" designed to provide asylum for a person who committed an accidental act of murder. But why of all 613 Mitzvot would this be the Commandment of choice?! Here you'll discover fascinating insight into why this obligation, that seems to be the furthest thing from the messianic utopia of universal peace and plenty, is the perfect illustration of the redemptive future we are all obligated to anticipate! This episode is the tenth in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach). Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

1890

MESSIANIC MIRACLES

Jun 9, 2022

19:57

! , Episode Eleven In the first ten episodes we clarified the legal grounds, and established the Halachik obligation to believe in, and await the prophetic promise of Messianic Redemption. We will now move on to elucidate precisely what we are (and aren't) required to believe in. For starters: does the anticipated Moshiach have to preform miracles and wonders to establish his credentials as the bona fide Redeemer of Israel? Here you'll discover fascinating practical direction in legal rulings of Maimonides (Rambam) who addresses the pragmatic Halachik obligation, along with the major dissenting opinion and a conclusive takeaway! This episode is the Eleventh in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach).

1891

MESSIANIC MIRACLES II

Jun 13, 2022

18:25

! , Episode Twelve In the previous episode we moved on from the technical Halachik obligation of belief in Moshiach to begin clarifying our expectation of this anticipated Messianic Redeemer. For starters will he have to preform miracles and wonders to establish his credentials as the bona fide Redeemer of Israel? The legal ruling of Maimonides (Rambam) on this very issue is crystal clear. Yet there seemed to be a major dissenting opinion. In episode eleven we framed it in terms of a reasoned if nuanced dispute following the fault lines of prior dissenting traditions. Here we raise the stakes, clarify the nature of the Rambam's position and forcefully demonstrate the integrity of his ruling. In this second take on the matter, far greater clarity is achieved on the matter. This episode is the Twelfth in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach).

1892

MESSIANIC IDENTIFICATION

Jun 22, 2022

18:09

Episode Thirteen In the previous two episodes we clarified expectation of this anticipated Messianic Redeemer. The legal ruling of Maimonides (Rambam) on is clear: He will not have to make miracles to proves his bona fides. Further addressing this matter, the Rambam seems to overreach, or even conflate disparate issues. After all, the question is identifying the long-awaited Redeemer of Israel not the veracity of claims laid to prophecy. To bolster the question, copious cross-references are introduced to highlight the apparently superfluous nature of Maimonides's surprising conclusion. Here you'll discover how the Non-Miracle method of describing the way we should positively I.D. the real Moshiach, is actually Rambam's way of defining His truest Essence, Purpose and Persona! This is the Thirteenth episode in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach).

1893

MESSIANIC LAW ORDER

Jul 11, 2022

21:57

! , Episode Fourteen In the previous Episode we clarified why the non-Miracle method of identifying Moshiach, is Rambam's way of defining His truest Essence, Purpose, and Persona! In other words, Maimonides's clear cut legal ruling on our expectation of the anticipated Messianic Redeemer addresses far more than the technical question of whether he will have to make miracles to demonstrate his bona fides and prove just cause. In this Episode we will further develop this thesis on the Rambam's opinion about the definition of Moshiach and the Redemptive Era by highlighting the order and systematic classification he pointedly chose in which to present his rulings on the matter! Here you'll discover how even the Order in which Jewish Law appears comprises Halachik teaching, instruction, guidance, and definition! This is the Fourteenth episode in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach).

1894

FAITH FOUNDATION

Jul 11, 2022

19:41

! , Episode Fifteen In the previous Episode we focused on the Rambam's choice to place the Laws of Moshiach at the very tail end of his Magnum Opus, Mishna Torah. According to the Rebbe this can only be fully understood considering the thesis that our long-awaited anticipated Redeemer is the penultimate embodiment of Yiddishkiet. In this Episode we will further demonstrate the veracity of this thesis: The Rambam's inclusion of a legal ruling about what constitutes Heresy in the Laws of Moshiach is puzzling. The emphasis on the demerit of a faith deficiency rather than the merit of faith affirmation further piques curiosity. By viewing Moshiach as the ultimate fruition of Torah and Mitzvah perfection this becomes clearly understood! This will also shed light as to the reason Belief in Moshiach formally comprises a Faith Foundation in Judaism, and why Maimonides elected to include it in his proverbial Thirteen Principles of Faith. This Fifteenth episode -- in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach).

1895

MESSIANIC SOURCES

Jul 17, 2022

16:28

! , Episode Sixteen In the previous Episode we focused on the religious obligation to Believe in the Coming of the Messiah, as enshrined by Maimonides as a Foundational Element of Our Faith. A key point of departure was Rambam's inclusion of a legal ruling about the demerit of a faith deficiency in this area. This led us to a deeper understanding of Moshiach's place withing the framework of Torah theology. In this Episode we will further delve into the subject, specifically focusing on the scriptural sources for our conviction in the idea of a Messianic Redeemer. We'll also continue to explore why it's absence necessarily translates into a position of formal Halachik "Heresy." This is the Sixteenth episode in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach).

1896

MESSIANIC MARKINGS

Aug 21, 2022

21:57

! , Episode Seventeen In the previous Episodes we painstakingly clarified the Maimonidean approach to the defining essence of Moshiach: Rather than being a Miracle Man, his mission is the full restoration of, and penultimate perfection of Torah study and Mitzvah observance. Reflecting this, the descriptive terminology thus far employed by the Rambam's has eschewed focusing of the miraculous transformation of life as we know it, and instead highlighting Moshiach's stated mission and purpose. This approach also deepened our understanding of Moshiach's place withing the broader framework of Torah theology and Faith Foundations. In this Episode we revisit the subject in continuing our study of Mishna Torah, Laws of Moshiach. In narrating the actual trajectory of Messianic development, Rambam seems to studiously ignore the inspired descriptions of our Sages. The narrow vision we are presented with ostensibly minimizes, rather than maximizing the Torah truth. The explanation beautifully dovetails into the thesis we've already established, lending further proof to its veracity and further clarifying our understanding of the subject! This is the Seventeenth episode in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach). Rabbi Mendel Kaplan

1897

MESSIAH MONARCH VS MONARCHY

Nov 27, 2022

24:50

Episode Eighteen In previous Episodes we illustrated Rambam's inherent definition of Moshiach as the restorer of the Davidic Dynasty in the fullness of the Torah and Mitzvot. This led us to appreciate why he chose to omit other descriptive terms employed by our Sages. In this Episode we will highlight a seeming discrepancy within disparate Maimonidean statements. To achieve satisfying reconciliation, the Rebbe introduces us to a previously established innovation that can naturally clarifies the Rambam's ruling. Ultimately, the fresh application of an old idea further strengthens our thesis, under-girding its veracity and further elucidation the subject! This is the Eighteenth episode in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach).

1898

DEFINING THE MESSIANIC AGE

Nov 29, 2022

20:27

Episode Eighteen In previous Episodes we defined the essence of Mashiach's mandate as articulated in Maimonidean statements found in the penultimate chapter of Mishna Torah magnum opus on Jewish Law. In the Final chapter of his codes the Rambam addresses what the futuristic Messianic world will look like. To be sure, he seems to be issuing a legal ruling on that, yet to materialize, reality. The obvious question is why? While an array of classic commentary highlights the seeming superfluity of speaking about the future in Halachik prose, we maintain certitude in its necessity. This conviction about the Rambam's rulings will ultimately leading to an important and even foundational fresh understanding of our faith obligations. This is the Nineteenth episode in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach).

1899

WHY DEFINE MESSIANIC REALITY

Nov 29, 2022

22:21

Episode Twenty In our previous Episode we contemplated the Rambam's surprising decision to opine on the futuristic Messianic world in Halachik prose. After all, why issue legal rulings on a reality that has yet to materialize? The Rebbe proposes an innovative solution: Rambam's rulings on this subject are required as they form the foundation of our current Moshiach-centric faith obligations. Yet even if it's clear that Maimonides is of the opinion that clarity on the details of what we believe in, and await is required, the crux of the issue remains to be addressed: Why? Why indeed do we require detailed knowledge, why wouldn't it be sufficient to Believe and Await in Moshiach albeit not really knowing what precisely that means? Relief of this conundrum can be found by way of the previously established thesis of what the Messianic Redemption is truly all about! This is the Twentieth Episode in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach).

1900

ANTICIPATING THE MESSIAH

Nov 29, 2022

20:37

! , Episode Twenty-One In previous Episodes we thoroughly and richly established a foundational thesis of what the Messianic Redemption is truly all about! Now we will begin to address the idea of nurturing anticipation for Moshiach's arrival. We'll open with the big question "is believing in a better future or even glorious tomorrow good enough or is it necessary for us to become emotionally invested?" Simply stated: does Torah impose an "Anticipatory Mandate" or is maintaining the Faith Credo sufficient? Surprisingly, the answer can be found in details of the post-mortem interrogation by the Heavenly Tribunal! This is the Twenty First Episode in an ongoing study series on The Geula, our final Redemption generally referred to as the Coming of The Messiah (Moshiach).

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