Popular Shows by Yechiel Krisch Yechiel Krisch
254 episodes
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201
Prayer and G-d in Public Schools
Prayer and G-d in Public Schools
Jun 28, 2024
26:17
The Rebbe believes in the power of the public school system to civilize the nations of the world, but recognizes the shortcomings of the system. In these letters and Sichos, he highlights some of the biggest issues and strongly advocates prayer, G-d, and morality in public school classrooms. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
202
When it's too hot to wear Tzitzis
When it's too hot to wear Tzitzis
Jul 1, 2024
24:50
The Rebbe responds to a question about wearing Tzitzis in a dirty workplace, which leads to a discussion of whether men should be wearing a Tallis Katan while playing sports, working out, or boiling in the heat of summer. We end with a Sicha, and the overall implications for Tznius and strict Halachic adherence in the summer months. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
203
Why do we build 770 replicas?
Why do we build 770 replicas?
Jul 3, 2024
24:03
A deep dive into the Rebbe's involvement in the construction of 770 replicas in Kfar Chabad, Milan, and Los Angeles, and a discussion of the Rebbe's position on building 770s around the world. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
204
An Attempted Assassination
An Attempted Assassination
Jul 16, 2024
37:20
In 1981, a shooter tried to assassinate President Ronald Reagan. The Rebbe wrote a letter wishing the president a speedy recovery, and then delivered a powerful Sicha that explains why people harm others and how an education instilled with faith can prevent future attempts. Fourty three years later the U.S. is grappling with the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, and the Rebbe's message could not be more timely. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
205
Modern Jewish Music
Modern Jewish Music
Sep 5, 2024
26:12
The Rebbe's position on Jewish music within secular genres, such as Rock, Pop, or Rap, and a brief discussion of secular music and setting Torah lyrics to non-Jewish melodies. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
206
Comfort on October 7
Comfort on October 7
Oct 7, 2024
28:03
In commemoration of October 7, we present a series of letters in which the Rebbe comforts the relatives of soldiers who were killed defending the Holy Land, and reflect on the themes that emerge in the Rebbe's letters of consolation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
207
"Easy Fast" Pills for Yom Kippur
"Easy Fast" Pills for Yom Kippur
Oct 8, 2024
16:25
A letter from the Rebbe about strategies to ease the fast kicks off a broader Halachic discussion about taking pills on erev Yom Kippur to aid in fasting, and whether part of the Mitzvah of fasting on Yom Kippur is feeling hunger. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
208
Why Chabad Isn't Saying Selichos
Why Chabad Isn't Saying Selichos
Oct 10, 2024
19:54
Letters, Sichos, Maamarim, and even table conversations about the Chabad custom to say Selichos during the month of Elul, but not during the Ten Days of Repentance. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
209
Why Chabad doesn't sleep in the Sukkah (5784)
Why Chabad doesn't sleep in the Sukkah (5784)
Oct 14, 2024
26:31
The Shulchan Aruch obligates sleeping in the Sukkah, but the longstanding Chabad custom is not to do so. Through letters and Sichos, we explore the origins of the custom and its justification in Halacha. (Reposted from 5784) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
210
Why Chabad doesn't decorate the Sukkah (5784)
Why Chabad doesn't decorate the Sukkah (5784)
Oct 14, 2024
29:09
We have a firm custom not to hang decorations on the Sukkah (known as "Noi Sukkah"). An explanation, in letters and Sichos. (Reposted from 5784) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
211
Why Chabad sits in the Sukkah when it rains (5784)
Why Chabad sits in the Sukkah when it rains (5784)
Oct 14, 2024
31:05
A simple reading of the Talmud and Code of Jewish Law would suggest it is inappropriate to sit in the Sukkah when it's raining. The Rebbe's novel approach explains the Chabad custom. (Reposted from 5784) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
212
An Italian Esrog
An Italian Esrog
Oct 15, 2024
39:09
A two-part special episode on Calabria or Yanaver Esrogim, explaining why this particular type of Etrog is preferable even to those grown in the Land of Israel, and why everyone should make it a priority to use an Italian Esrog. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
213
Voting in Elections
Voting in Elections
Oct 28, 2024
23:34
In honor of the upcoming election, a series of letters and Sichos from the Rebbe about the importance of voting and what to look for when deciding on a candidate. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
214
Buying Lottery Tickets
Buying Lottery Tickets
Oct 29, 2024
23:46
The colorful history of Chabad Rabbeim and lotteries/raffles, along with a review of letters and other statements that shed light on the Rebbe's perspective on playing the lottery and Divine Providence. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
215
Quoting Non-Jewish Sources
Quoting Non-Jewish Sources
Nov 3, 2024
24:32
Sermons citing Shakespeare and Kosher books with less-than-kosher footnotes: an exploration of the Rebbe's responses to writers and speakers who chose to back up their Torah thoughts with non-Jewish, non-Torah sources. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
216
Dreams and Nightmares
Dreams and Nightmares
Nov 6, 2024
25:37
Letters discussing segulos for preventing nightmares; Interpretations for disturbing dreams; When to ignore dreams; What to do if you see the Rebbe in a dream. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
217
Amulets and Superstitions
Amulets and Superstitions
Nov 7, 2024
35:12
Exploring and explaining the Rebbe's lukewarm attitude toward amulets, despite their long history in Kabbalah. Plus: Two surprising times the Rebbe favored amulets. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
218
Debating Jews About Judaism
Debating Jews About Judaism
Nov 11, 2024
19:38
Whether in matters of Chassidus or Torah observance itself, the Rebbe insists that we don’t debate—we demonstrate, and let truth speak for itself. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
219
Amulets and Superstitions
Amulets and Superstitions
Nov 10, 2024
25:57
Exploring and explaining the Rebbe's lukewarm attitude toward amulets, despite their long history in Kabbalah. Plus: Two surprising times the Rebbe favored amulets. -- Original letters and Sichos for this Shiur and many others available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/12ehoGNXfgJTm4xCQKYNRRBW2E0XMscsL?usp=sharing --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
220
Hypocrisy
Hypocrisy
Nov 12, 2024
23:35
How can we grow in our Yiddishkeit step by step without appearing hypocritical? Is it not hypocrisy to take on Mitzvos, or to study the inner dimensions of the Torah, before one is living as a completely observant Jew? -- Original letters and Sichos for this Shiur and many others available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/12ehoGNXfgJTm4xCQKYNRRBW2E0XMscsL?usp=sharing --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
221
Getting a Driver's License
Getting a Driver's License
Nov 14, 2024
26:56
When individuals asked the Rebbe about getting a license to drive, the Rebbe's answers in letters and private audiences ranged from clear enthusiasm to unqualified refusal. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
222
The Likkutei Torah Obligation
The Likkutei Torah Obligation
Nov 25, 2024
27:02
The Rebbe emphasizes the importance of learning the entire weekly portion Torah Or and Likkutei Torah every week, and finishing these books every year--going so far as to equate it with the Takana of learning Rambam. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
223
Talking in Shul
Talking in Shul
Nov 27, 2024
32:38
The Rebbe's suggestions on how to curb talking during prayer and Torah reading. Plus: Unusually harsh primary sources. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
224
Chanukah Gelt (5783)
Chanukah Gelt (5783)
Dec 25, 2024
17:06
Is giving gifts on Chanukah a Jewish custom? What can we learn from the long-standing custom to specifically give money ("Gelt")? Reposted from 5783. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
225
Mivtza Chanukah (5783)
Mivtza Chanukah (5783)
Dec 26, 2024
18:11
The Rebbe officially launched the Chanukah campaign fifty years ago to ensure that every Jewish home has a Menorah. We look at letters, Sichos, and stories from that historic moment. (Reposted from 5783) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
226
Public Menorah Lightings (5783)
Public Menorah Lightings (5783)
Dec 27, 2024
53:50
The initiative to hold public Menorah lightings was controversial. In this special, hour-long episode we explore how, in the years following the launch of Mivtza Chanukah in 1974, Shluchim gradually began to hold public Menorah lightings—and how the Rebbe responded to their critics. (Reposted and re-edited from a Shiur given in 5783) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
227
Can Girls Light the Menorah? (5783)
Can Girls Light the Menorah? (5783)
Dec 29, 2024
26:05
Based loosely on a Chanukah letter the Rebbe sent the graduating class of Bais Rivka, this Shiur is a deep-dive into the Halacha and Minhag surrounding women and girls lighting the Menorah. (Reposted from 5783) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
228
Electric Menorahs (5783)
Electric Menorahs (5783)
Dec 30, 2024
23:46
A letter from the Rebbe knocks down some of the halachic opposition to electric Menorahs, leaving us with the question: can we use them? (Reposted from 5783) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
229
Chanukah, Soldiers, Parties (5783)
Chanukah, Soldiers, Parties (5783)
Dec 31, 2024
22:19
The Rebbe had a consistent answer to Israeli soldiers who thanked him for sending Shluchim to their bases to arrange Chanukah parties, and that timeless message is key to arranging our own Chanukah parties to the greatest effect. (Reposted from 5783) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support
230
Public Menorah Lightings (5783)
Public Menorah Lightings (5783)
Jan 2, 2025
53:50
The initiative to hold public Menorah lightings was controversial. In this special, hour-long episode we explore how, in the years following the launch of Mivtza Chanukah in 1974, Shluchim gradually began to hold public Menorah lightings—and how the Rebbe responded to their critics. (Reposted and re-edited from a Shiur given in 5783)
231
Kiddush Between 6-7 PM (5783)
Kiddush Between 6-7 PM (5783)
Jan 29, 2025
46:32
In this Special Episode (reposted from 5783), we explore the custom to refrain from making Kiddush on Friday night between 6-7pm. Shiur includes the origins of the custom; lenient opinions; the precise time; what to do in Israel; potential Heterim for Shalom Bayis, Guests, and Children.
232
Predicting "The End"
Predicting "The End"
May 5, 2025
27:07
Predicting the "Ketz" (end of our exile and the coming of Moshiach) is apparently forbidden, but sages throughout history have done so. This episode explores the Rebbe's position on these predictions, and whether they have a place in our lives today.
233
Chanukah Gelt (5783)
Chanukah Gelt (5783)
Dec 25, 2023
17:06
Is giving gifts on Chanukah a Jewish custom? What can we learn from the long-standing custom to specifically give money ("Gelt")? Reposted from 5783.
234
Can Girls Light the Menorah? (5783)
Can Girls Light the Menorah? (5783)
Dec 28, 2023
26:05
Based loosely on a Chanukah letter the Rebbe sent the graduating class of Bais Rivka, this Shiur is a deep-dive into the Halacha and Minhag surrounding women and girls lighting the Menorah. (Reposted from 5783)
235
Electric Menorahs (5783)
Electric Menorahs (5783)
Dec 29, 2023
23:46
A letter from the Rebbe knocks down some of the halachic opposition to electric Menorahs, leaving us with the question: can we use them? (Reposted from 5783)
236
Chanukah, Soldiers, Parties (5783)
Chanukah, Soldiers, Parties (5783)
Dec 31, 2023
22:19
The Rebbe had a consistent answer to Israeli soldiers who thanked him for sending Shluchim to their bases to arrange Chanukah parties, and that timeless message is key to arranging our own Chanukah parties to the greatest effect. (Reposted from 5783)
237
Mivtza Chanukah (5783)
Mivtza Chanukah (5783)
Jan 2, 2024
18:11
The Rebbe officially launched the Chanukah campaign fifty years ago to ensure that every Jewish home has a Menorah. We look at letters, Sichos, and stories from that historic moment. (Reposted from 5783)
238
Dollars & Coins
Dollars & Coins
May 7, 2025
29:24
A brief history of the Rebbe's distribution of coins and dollars, and an exploration of letters and Sichos that explain what the Rebbe intends to accomplish through this unique Peulah.
239
The Evil Eye
The Evil Eye
May 12, 2025
29:43
Unlike prior discussions of superstition and anxiety, in these letters the Rebbe answers people concerned about what appears to be a legitimate concern—Ayin Hara, the Evil Eye.
240
Alternative Medicine
Alternative Medicine
May 14, 2025
33:17
The Rebbe's position on naturopathy, homeopathy, osteopathy, and other forms of alternative and complementary medicine.
241
Guide for the Perplexed (Moreh Nevuchim)
Guide for the Perplexed (Moreh Nevuchim)
May 20, 2025
32:03
Rambam's philosophical work, Moreh Nevuchim (the Guide for the Perplexed) was initially decried as heretical and kicked off the Maimonidean Controversy that pitted rationalism against tradition. Although few truly oppose The Moreh nowadays, it is still apprached with caution in many Jewish circles. What is the Rebbe's Shita regarding Moreh Nevuchim? Should we study the Guide for the Perplexed and, if so, how and when should we learn it?
242
Partisan Politics
Partisan Politics
Jun 22, 2026
36:24
Chabad is apolitical. And while the Rebbe sees room for Jewish organizations focused on political activism, he insists that the goal of reaching every single Jew without alienating anyone due to politics overrides even the noblest political goals.
243
What Makes a Home Jewish
What Makes a Home Jewish
Jun 23, 2026
25:58
The walls of our homes absorb what happens inside them and, in this series of letters and Sichos, the Rebbe emphasizes the importance of managing that by building a home imbued with holiness that serves as a haven from outside influences.
244
Taking Spiritual Inventory
Taking Spiritual Inventory
Jun 25, 2026
29:38
Cheshbon HaNefesh--an honest accounting of our deeds--is central to the service of G-d, but only under the right circumstances. In these letters the Rebbe cautions that, when done at improper times and without joy, a Cheshbon HaNefesh can do more harm than good.
245
Alcohol Consumption & Kiddush on Mashke
Alcohol Consumption & Kiddush on Mashke
Jun 26, 2026
35:41
Letters, Sichos, and private conversations reveal the Rebbe's clear position on alcohol consumption: With very few exceptions, we are not to get drunk, drink more than 3 or 4 small cups of hard liquor (Mashke) at one sitting, or make Kiddush on Mashke. The Rebbe asks that we not come up with excuses to dodge these rules, and goes so far as to say that those who do so are not his Shluchim and should not participate in his Peulos. Most importantly, the Rebbe emphasizes that we do not need Mashke.
246
Benedictine
Benedictine
Jun 30, 2026
31:09
Benedictine, a sweet and complex brand of liqueur, was present on the Rebbe's Farbrengen table for years until complaints about its Kashrus led to its removal. This Shiur tells the story of the rise and fall (and, perhaps, resurgence?) of Benedictine in Lubavitch through letters, Sichos, and stories. L'Chaim!
247
Encouraging Shabbos Violation
Encouraging Shabbos Violation
Jun 30, 2026
27:04
You may have heard the expression: "if you're going to drive on Shabbos anyway, you may as well drive to shul" or the memorable quote attributed to a great Tzadik: "Come however you want, whenever you want." While the underlying message of love is certainly valuable, this Shiur demonstrates that the position itself is contrary to the Rebbe's Shita, against his explicit instructions, and almost certainly against Jewish law.
248
Women's Education (Part 1: The Previous Rebbe's Letters)
Women's Education (Part 1: The Previous Rebbe's Letters)
Jul 2, 2026
44:58
A two-part series on the importance of women's education nowadays, and our Rabbeim's particular emphasis on women studying Chassidus. Part 1 focuses on the Friediker Rebbe's foundational letters encouraging women's education. Part 2 focuses on how the Rebbe substantially expanded this.
249
Women's Education (The Rebbe)
Women's Education (The Rebbe)
Jul 2, 2026
37:39
A two-part series on the importance of women's education nowadays, and our Rabbeim's particular emphasis on women studying Chassidus. Part 1 focuses on the Friediker Rebbe's foundational letters encouraging women's education. Part 2 focuses on how the Rebbe substantially expanded this.
250
Aliens
Aliens
Jul 9, 2026
34:51
The Rebbe sees no issue with the idea of extraterrestrials (and maybe even UFOs), but provides three important guidelines for how we are to think about life on other planets.
251
The Moon Landing & Space Exploration
The Moon Landing & Space Exploration
Jul 13, 2026
39:54
The Rebbe's approach to space exploration, with specific attention to how his letters and Sichos addressed religious objections to the Moon landing in 1969, from those who suspected that it would contradict verses and prayers implying that the moon is unreachble, to those who worried that scientific achievements of this caliber who engender hubris. In characteristic form, the Rebbe not only solves the "problem" of the moon landing, but turns it into a lesson in the service of G-d.
252
Ancient Torah Scrolls (The Petzua Daka Controversy)
Ancient Torah Scrolls (The Petzua Daka Controversy)
Jul 15, 2026
23:27
This episode traces one of the most fascinating textual controversies in the history of Sifrei Torah through ancient manuscripts, famous Torah scrolls, and the words of the Alter Rebbe, the Rebbe Rashab, the Friediker Rebbe, and the Rebbe.
253
Refusing to Endorse Books
Refusing to Endorse Books
Jul 20, 2026
29:13
The Rebbe refuses to issue approbations to books in many letters, routinely citing "the custom of the Rebbe's house" or lack of time to properly review the manuscript. This Shiur looks at a sample of those letters and provides a few guesses as to why our Rabbeim have the custom not to provide Haskamos, even when they clearly approve of the book being published.
254
Bas Mitzvah Parties
Bas Mitzvah Parties
Jul 21, 2026
22:24
The Rebbe emphasizes the importance of a Bas Mitzvah, and often explains it in the same light as a Bar Mitzvah. But when it comes to Bas Mitzvah parties, the Rebbe is less enthusiastic.