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Resurrecting Burden of Proof
Resurrecting Burden of Proof
Aug 4, 2017
45:05
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
The Final Resurrection Exchange
Aug 11, 2017
53:17
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
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
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
You’re Fired
Nov 24, 2017
56:16
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
Basking In The Glow
Dec 1, 2017
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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!
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
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
The Jewish Take On The Resurrection II
Jun 28, 2019
51:38
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
Stealing Wisdom, Cussing Babies and The Resurrection
Jul 19, 2019
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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.
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!
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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The Insatiable Grave that Isn’t Forever...
The Insatiable Grave that Isn’t Forever...
Aug 16, 2019
54:16
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”?
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
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
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!
From Candles to Clothing. —It’s a Wrap!
Nov 15, 2019
54:26
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!
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!
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
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
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
Dating Ezekiel’s Dry Bones
Jun 12, 2020
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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
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!
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!
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
On Seeding Of Six Sacred Saviors
Jul 10, 2020
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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!
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!
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!
Talmud Tisch. Tractate Berachot - Learning An Attitude Of Gratitude!
Oct 19, 2020
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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!
Talmud Tisch Intermediate Talmud - Tractate Berachot - Blessing G-D For The Good, The Bad And The Ugly!
Oct 26, 2020
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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!
Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot - Shalom I Just Came To Say Hello!
Nov 2, 2020
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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
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
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
Talmud Tisch - Intermediate Talmud Tractate Berachot
Nov 25, 2020
54:19
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
RAGING WATERS
Aug 21, 2022
1:01:41
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
AFTER THE TRUTH
Aug 21, 2022
1:06:20
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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Torah Study: Quality Assurance!
Torah Study: Quality Assurance!
May 17, 2017
33:34
It’s the way we study Torah that'll ultimately give us very best results. Parshat Behar-Bechukotai, 4th Portion (Leviticus 25:39-26:9)
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Walking Tall!
Walking Tall!
May 18, 2017
28:21
“Walking Tall!” Hashem promises us towering heights; but, be amazed at just how high was intended. Parshat Behar-Bechukotai, 5th Portion (Leviticus 26:10-26:46)
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Give Piece A Chance
Give Piece A Chance
Mar 7, 2018
24:58
Why only Moshe Rabbainu could connect the pieces to build the Mishkan! Parshat Vayak'hel-Pekudei, 6th Portion (Exodus 39:22-39:43)
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Extreme Mishkan Makeover
Extreme Mishkan Makeover
Mar 8, 2018
28:39
Women’s beauty accessories become part of HaShem’s Tabernacle! Parshat Vayak'hel-Pekudei, 4th Portion (Exodus 38:1-39:1)
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Anatomy of a Blessing
Anatomy of a Blessing
Apr 9, 2018
26:39
"Anatomy of a Blessing" The difference between the ‘Blessings of a Priest,’ and ‘Priestly Blessings. Parshat Shemini, 2nd Portion (Leviticus 9:17-9:23)
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Sons & Sins
Sons & Sins
Apr 10, 2018
33:37
“Sons & Sins” Fascinating positive spin on the Sin of Aaron’s Sons even if tragic fallout did ensue. Parshat Shemini, 3rd Portion (Leviticus 9:24-10:11)
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Wine & Whiskey
Wine & Whiskey
Apr 11, 2018
25:23
Why we’re commanded to bar the vintner, yet the brewer gets a free pass! Parshat Shemini, 4th Portion (Leviticus 10:12-10:15)
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Moses vs. Aaron
Moses vs. Aaron
Apr 12, 2018
31:51
"Moses vs. Aaron!" Be amazed as we study of the mind-workings of the two greatest human beings ever to walk the face of earth! Parshat Shemini, 5th Portion (Leviticus 10:16-10:20)
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Bald & Beautiful
Bald & Beautiful
Apr 17, 2018
32:45
Differing opinions on the spiritual fallout engendered by atypical hair loss! Parshat Tazria-Metzora, 3rd Portion (Leviticus 13:40-13:54)
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Tza’arat, Unplugged
Tza’arat, Unplugged
Apr 18, 2018
1:32:47
Parsha Curiosities: Parshat Tazria-Metzora Cracking the Code on mysterious themes & ideas in the weekly Parsha! , & This profound and penetrating analysis of the scriptural verbiage employed to introduce the dermal discolorations called Tzara’at -the biblical anomaly of antiquity - is instructive as it’s inspirational. Following a basic overview, you’ll be introduced to a stunning display of the Oral Torah’s unbroken continuum of painstakingly developed teachings as they evolved over the ages. Be amazed at the array of legal and philosophical ideas conveyed by the use of a single biblical noun, which climaxes with deeply mystical insights into this seemingly obsolete concept that actually resonate with timely messaging and extraordinary urgency in our modern age of social media! Rabbi Mendel Kaplan
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Rinse Cycles
Rinse Cycles
Apr 18, 2018
25:58
Differing laundering settings required to heal spiritual wardrobe malfunctions. Parshat Tazria-Metzora, 4th Portion (Leviticus 13:55-14:20)
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Circumcision (Brit Milah)
Circumcision (Brit Milah)
Apr 18, 2018
1:02:35
Practical Parshah Tazria Circumcision (Brit Milah): This portion provides the Biblical source for the mitzvah of circumcision on the eighth day. What are the specific laws and customs of this life-cycle event?
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Right of Return!
Right of Return!
Apr 19, 2018
26:32
"Right of Return?!" Did ancient Canaanites believe they would someday resettle their homes? Parshat Tazria-Metzora, 6th Portion (Leviticus 14:33-15:15)
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Dashing Delights
Dashing Delights
Apr 23, 2018
23:16
Korbanot blood is to be dashed on The Alter. How’s that relevant today? Parshat Acharei-Kedoshim, 2nd Portion (Leviticus 16:25-17:7)
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Bloody Cover-Up
Bloody Cover-Up
Apr 24, 2018
28:41
Red Bull blood isn’t Kosher; but Wild Turkey blood can’t even be seen! Why?! Parshat Acharei-Kedoshim, 3rd Portion (Leviticus 17:8-18:21)
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Am I My Brother’s Keeper?
Am I My Brother’s Keeper?
Apr 25, 2018
1:16:22
“Am I My Brother’s Keeper?” A timely and incisive discovery about the foundational biblical cornerstone; “Do not stand by as your fellow’s blood is being shed.” Presented in Toronto on the day after a horrific vehicular terrorist attack kills 10 innocent pedestrians on the peaceful city streets. This profound rumination about the extent of responsibility for others carefully scrutinizes the Oral Torah’s sacred teachings that accompany the scripture; concluding with a climatic analysis of Rashi’s unique commentary as illuminated by the Rebbe. This dissertation also offers critical commentary on the dangerous state of affairs in the Western World and its glaring lack of moral clarity!
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Holiness Applied
Holiness Applied
Apr 25, 2018
23:51
To whom exactly does the Torah’s unique call to “Be Holy” apply? Parshat Acharei-Kedoshim, 4th Portion (Leviticus 18:22-19:14)
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The Tree of Life
The Tree of Life
Apr 26, 2018
26:43
How the Torah’s ‘Phases in Fruit’ serve as a template for higher living? Parshat Acharei-Kedoshim, 5th Portion (Leviticus 19:15-19:32)
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Undocumented Aliens
Undocumented Aliens
Apr 30, 2018
27:35
How Cohanic privilege and ancient refugee labour laws affect life today! Parshat Emor, 2nd Portion (Leviticus 21:16-22:16)
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Heaven is for Real
Heaven is for Real
May 1, 2018
26:38
Revealing analysis of sanctifying HaShem, and anticipating redemption. Parshat Emor, 3rd Portion (Leviticus 22:17-22:33)
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Ride the Wave & Make it Count
Ride the Wave & Make it Count
May 2, 2018
1:28:03
Parshah Curiosities: Parshat Emor & ! The underlying principles of the mitzvah of Sefirat HaOmer. This presentation pioneers a novel approach to understanding the underlying principles of the biblical commandment to “Count the Omer.” Following the initial point of departure; demonstrating the need to frame the “counting” as a continuation and natural extension of the original Omer Offering itself – the thesis moves to develop a new look at “Sefirah Secrets” by examining the “Wave” ritual that seems to occupy a position of oversized importance.
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A Time to be Holy
A Time to be Holy
May 2, 2018
27:49
Remarkable insights into our ability to sanctify time and invoke holiness. Parshat Emor, 4th Portion (Leviticus 23:1-23:22)
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High Anxiety
High Anxiety
May 7, 2018
27:54
Does anxiety about Sabbatical observance amount to a question of faith? Parshat Behar-Bechukotai, 2nd Portion (Leviticus 25:19-25:28)
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12 Years a Slave
12 Years a Slave
May 8, 2018
28:20
12 Freed slaves deserve dignity. Torah-based human rights resonating timelessly. Parshat Behar-Bechukotai, 3rd Portion (Leviticus 25:29-25:38)
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Stone Elevator
Stone Elevator
May 9, 2018
24:51
“Stone Elevator” The remarkable reason the Torah refers to all of Yiddishkiet as set-in-stone. Parshat Behar-Bechukotai, 4th Portion (Leviticus 25:39-26:9)
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Walking Tall
Walking Tall
May 10, 2018
28:43
Amazing insights into the towering spiritual heights we’ll be reaching in the Messianic Future. Parshat Behar-Bechukotai, 5th Portion (Leviticus 26:10-26:46)
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When Offerings Take Wings!
When Offerings Take Wings!
Mar 11, 2019
28:13
An analysis of the Korban Ha’Of Parshat Vayikra, 2nd Portion (Leviticus 1:14-2:6)
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Getting Salted
Getting Salted
Mar 12, 2019
25:45
Temple Offerings and the necessary preservatives added! Parshat Vayikra, 3rd Portion (Leviticus 2:7-2:16)
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Giving G-d the Finest and Best. Always.
Giving G-d the Finest and Best. Always.
Mar 13, 2019
24:31
Parshat Vayikra, 4th Portion (Leviticus 3:1-3:17)
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The Commited King
The Commited King
Mar 14, 2019
26:29
and the Fortunate Nation: when leadership is responsible it’s an inspiration... Parshat Vayikra, 5th Portion (Leviticus 4:1-4:26)
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Practical Cohanics
Practical Cohanics
Mar 18, 2019
25:15
The Inaugural Meal Mechanics of the Priestly Clan and Daily Offering of the Big Kahuna! Parshat Tzav, 2nd Portion (Leviticus 6:12-7:10)
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The Thanksgiving Offering
The Thanksgiving Offering
Mar 19, 2019
30:03
Learning to live appreciatively! Parshat Tzav, 3rd Portion (Leviticus 7:11-7:38)
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Priesthood
Priesthood
Mar 20, 2019
14:32
Prayer and the Moses Factor! Parshat Tzav, 4th Portion (Leviticus 8:1-8:13)
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Comparative Blessings
Comparative Blessings
Mar 25, 2019
29:20
Moses the Master of Blessings and the Shift in Syntax! Parshat Shemini, 2nd Portion (Leviticus 9:17-9:23)
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Aaron’s Sons Ecstasy
Aaron’s Sons Ecstasy
Mar 26, 2019
30:34
’ Spiritual Seekers or Wine Infused Trip? Parshat Shemini, 3rd Portion (Leviticus 9:24-10:11)
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Battle of the Titans
Battle of the Titans
Mar 28, 2019
28:54
Battle of the Titans —In the post-mortem, Moses and Aaron clash. With Moses conceding in the end. But what was he thinking all along?! Parshat Shemini, 5th Portion (Leviticus 10:16-10:20)
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Circumcision (Brit Milah)
Circumcision (Brit Milah)
Mar 31, 2019
1:02:35
Circumcision (Brit Milah) Parsha Curiosities - Tazria This portion provides the Biblical source for the mitzvah of circumcision on the eighth day. What are the specific laws and customs of this life-cycle event?
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Widespread Tzaraat
Widespread Tzaraat
Apr 1, 2019
32:24
Widespread Tzaraat: Can Miraculous Dermal Lesions and Great White Eruptions be the New Normal?! Parshat Tazria, 2nd Portion (Leviticus 13:6-13:17)
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Take Two on Tzaraat
Take Two on Tzaraat
Apr 2, 2019
30:22
"Take Two on Tzaraat" —Breaking Baldness and Lessons learnt from Lesions! Parshat Tazria, 3rd Portion (Leviticus 13:18-13:23)
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Breaking Baldness II
Breaking Baldness II
Apr 3, 2019
25:27
Breaking Baldness II —Dermal Lesions Nuances Parshat Tazria, 6th Portion (Leviticus 13:40-13:54)
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Wardrobe Malfunction
Wardrobe Malfunction
Apr 4, 2019
24:00
Wardrobe Malfunction: Wash, Rinse, and then Repeat —Tazraat on Garments! Parshat Tazria, 7th Portion (Leviticus 13:55-13:59)
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Moving the Metzorah
Moving the Metzorah
Apr 8, 2019
28:40
Moving the Metzorah —What Force and Power of Persuasion compels him to come?!? Parshat Metzora, 1st Portion (Leviticus 14:1-14:12)