Popular Shows by Nachi Weinstein נחי ווינשטיין
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101
With Dr. Gabriel Wasserman discussing Piyutei Arbah Parshiyos ("Yotzros"), Krovetz for Purim, and Piyutim in general
With Dr. Gabriel Wasserman discussing Piyutei Arbah Parshiyos ("Yotzros"), Krovetz for Purim, and Piyutim in general
Feb 13, 2021
1:13:43
#60.With Dr. Gabriel Wasserman discussing Piyutei Arbah Parshiyos ("Yotzros"), Krovetz for Purim, and Piyutim in general.For more information or to sponsor a show, please email [email protected]
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With Mitchell First discussing who Achashverosh & Esther were historically, and the origins of Ta'anis Esther
With Mitchell First discussing who Achashverosh & Esther were historically, and the origins of Ta'anis Esther
Feb 20, 2021
46:46
#61.With Mitchell First discussing who Achashverosh & Esther were historically, and the origins of Ta'anis Esther.Most of the discussion is based on essays from his book, "Esther Unmaksed: Solving Eleven Mysteries of the Jewish Holidays and Liturgy". A few of the other chapters of the book are referenced as well. To purchase Esther Unmasked: https://www.amazon.com/Esther-Unmasked-Solving-Mysteries-Holidays/dp/0692375422/ref=sr 1 1?dchild=1&qid=1613865760&refinements=p 27%3AMitchell+First&s=books&sr=1-1-catcorrTo purchase Roots and Rituals: https://www.amazon.com/Roots-Rituals-Insights-Holidays-History/dp/1947857061/ref=sr 1 5?dchild=1&qid=1613865760&refinements=p 27%3AMitchell+First&s=books&sr=1-5-catcorrMr. First can be contacted at [email protected]
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With R' Dovid Cohen of the cRc discussing his new book, "Alcoholic Beverages: The Halachos of alcoholic beverages, wine, and grape juice as they apply in the modern era arranged according to the order of the Shulchan Aruch"
With R' Dovid Cohen of the cRc discussing his new book, "Alcoholic Beverages: The Halachos of alcoholic beverages, wine, and grape juice as they apply in the modern era arranged according to the order of the Shulchan Aruch"
Feb 23, 2021
1:07:53
#62.With R' Dovid Cohen of the cRc discussing his new book, "Alcoholic Beverages: The Halachos of Alcoholic Beverages, wine, and grape juice as they apply in the modern era arranged according to the order of the Shulchan Aruch".We discussed Sherry cask, mevushal, kiddush on grape juice, grape juice from concentrate, light grape juice, Starbucks, Teavana, why he chose to self-publish the book in a print-on-demand way, and much more.To purchase the book: https://www.lulu.com/en/us/shop/rabbi-dovid-cohen/kashrus-halacha-alcoholic-beverages/hardcover/product-gp7n7j.html?page=1&pageSize=4To purchase the other books: www.kashrushalacha.comFor more information or to sponsor a show, please email [email protected]
104
With Prof. Yerachmiel (Robert) Brody discussing the Geonim
With Prof. Yerachmiel (Robert) Brody discussing the Geonim
Feb 28, 2021
1:09:31
#63.With Prof. Yerachmiel (Robert) Brody discussing the Geonim of BabyloniaWe discuss the period of the Savaro'im, position of Gaon and what it meant and included, where the name comes from, the Yeshivos of Bavel (Pumpidisa & Sura), the yarchei kallah, famous Geonim & writings, Rav Sa'adyah Gaon, and much more.To purchase "The Geonim of Babylonia and the Shaping of Medieval Jewish Culture": https://www.amazon.com/Geonim-Babylonia-Shaping-Medieval-Culture/dp/030018932X/ref=sr 1 2?dchild=1&qid=1614521595&refinements=p 27%3ARobert+Brody&s=books&sr=1-2For more information or to sponsor a show, please email [email protected]
105
With Rabbi Netanel Wiederblank discussing his "Illuminating Jewish Thought" book series
With Rabbi Netanel Wiederblank discussing his "Illuminating Jewish Thought" book series
Mar 7, 2021
1:14:00
#64.With Rabbi Netanel Wiederblank discussing his "Illuminating Jewish Thought" book series (2 out of 3 volumes have been published thus far).We discuss his style, sources, why he is writing this series and is trying to accomplish, and much more. To purchase volume 1: https://korenpub.com/products/illuminating-jewish-thoughtTo purchase volume 2: https://korenpub.com/products/illuminating-jewish-thoughthardcoverFor more information or to sponsor a show, please email [email protected]
106
With Prof. Benny Brown discussing the Mussar Movement
With Prof. Benny Brown discussing the Mussar Movement
Mar 13, 2021
1:01:47
#65.With Prof. Benny Brown (Prof. of jewish thought at Hebrew University) discussing the Mussar Movement.We discuss Rav Yisroel Salanter, the movement overall, various mussar yeshivos (Slabodka / Novardok / Kelm, and more), mussar seforim and literature, why the movement "ceased" to exist, and much more. To purchase Prof. Brown's book on the Mussar movement: https://www.modan.co.il/product/12/48142/17/55/%D7%AA%D7%A0%D7%95%D7%A2%D7%AA-%D7%94%D7%9E%D7%95%D7%A1%D7%A8-%D7%94%D7%9C%D7%99%D7%98%D7%90%D7%99%D7%AA-%D7%90%D7%99%D7%A9%D7%99%D7%9D-%D7%95%D7%A8%D7%A2%D7%99%D7%95%D7%A0%D7%95%D7%AA-
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With Prof. Shalom Sabar discussing the Sarajevo Haggadah
With Prof. Shalom Sabar discussing the Sarajevo Haggadah
Mar 20, 2021
55:23
#66.With Prof. Shalom Sabar (Prof. Emeritus of Jewish Art and Folklore at Hebrew University) discussing the Sarajevo Haggadah.We discussed an overview of illuminated manuscripts and Haggadah's, the Sarajevo haggadah: Its history, the popularization of it, and much more. To purchase the 2 volume set of the facsimile and Prof. Sabar's study of the Haggadah: https://www.amazon.com/Sarajevo-Haggadah-History-English-Hebrew/dp/9958502259
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One year anniversary episode: About how the twitter account and podcast developed
One year anniversary episode: About how the twitter account and podcast developed
Mar 23, 2021
33:09
#67.One year anniversary episode: About how the twitter account and podcast developed and some reflections on the past yearPlease email any questions or comments to [email protected]
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With Dr. Pinchas Roth discussing Medieval Jewry of Provence
With Dr. Pinchas Roth discussing Medieval Jewry of Provence
Mar 30, 2021
54:04
#68.With Dr. Pinchas Roth discussing Medieval Jewry of Provence (South France).We discuss the communities history, its overall "hashkafa", famous Provencial Rabbinic figures like: Ra'avad, Ibn Tibbon's, Kimhi's (Radak, etc.), Meiri, Ralbag, and more. We also discuss his new book, " In This Land: Jewish Life and Legal Culture in Late Medieval Provence".To order the book and get 25% off, use code SC21 (valid until 4/30/21) via email: [email protected].
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With Pearl Herzog discussing her father, R' Tovia Preschel, and his collected writings that she published (Ma'amarei Tovia)
With Pearl Herzog discussing her father, R' Tovia Preschel, and his collected writings that she published (Ma'amarei Tovia)
Apr 5, 2021
38:17
#69.With Pearl Herzog discussing her father, R' Tovia Preschel, and his collected writings that she published (Ma'amarei Tovia).We discussed her father and his, his varied writings on a vast amount of subjects and more.The seforim are publsihed by Mossad Harav Kook and should be widely available. Currently 6 volumes are available.
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With Prof. Martin Lockshin discussing Rashbam
With Prof. Martin Lockshin discussing Rashbam
Apr 11, 2021
1:19:02
#70.With Prof. Martin Lockshin discussing RashbamWe discuss Rashbam's bio, his works and style of pirush on chumash, Prof. Lockshin's critical hebrew edition and English translation, and more.For more information or to sponsor a show, please email [email protected]
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Daf Yomi: With R' Moshe Schwed of AllDaf discussing various Seforim & Meforshim on Mesechtas Yoma
Daf Yomi: With R' Moshe Schwed of AllDaf discussing various Seforim & Meforshim on Mesechtas Yoma
Apr 13, 2021
30:00
#71.With R' Moshe Schwed of AllDaf discussing various Seforim & Meforshim on Mesechtas Yoma.To purchase Siach Yitzchak: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CDGLKOE/ref=cm sw r wa api glt fabc 951VNMBXMV2NV1ARMYK8To purchase the Shita Ksav Yad: http://www.moroccanhalacha.com/bookstore/To watch the episode: https://alldaf.org/blogs/28For questions or comments, please email [email protected]
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With Prof. David Berger discussing Jewish - Christian debate in the Middle Ages
With Prof. David Berger discussing Jewish - Christian debate in the Middle Ages
Apr 18, 2021
1:10:56
#72.With Prof. David Berger discussing Jewish - Christian debate in the Middle Ages We discussed his critical edition of the class work, "Nizzahon Vetus", the various disputations (Ramban in Barcelona and others), and much more.For more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Prof. Debra Kaplan discussing Charity and the Poor in Early Modern Germany (Worms, Frankfurt, AH"U: Altona-Hamburg-Wandsbeck)
With Prof. Debra Kaplan discussing Charity and the Poor in Early Modern Germany (Worms, Frankfurt, AH"U: Altona-Hamburg-Wandsbeck)
Apr 25, 2021
59:04
#73.With Prof. Debra Kaplan (Associate Professor of Jewish History at Bar-Ilan University and the Director of the Halpern Center at Bar-Ilan) discussing her new book, "The Patrons and their Poor: Jewish Community and Public Charity in Early Modern Germany".In particular the book focuses on Worms, Frankfurt, and AH"U (Altona-Hamburg-Wandsbeck). We discussed Pinkassim, Gabbai Tzedakah, Parnasim, chezkat kahal, residential & transient poor, various examples, and more. To purchase the book: https://www.upenn.edu/pennpress/book/16175.htmlUse code PENNPOD30-FI for 30% off
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With Prof. Jeffrey Gurock discussing the Jews of Harlem
With Prof. Jeffrey Gurock discussing the Jews of Harlem
May 2, 2021
53:21
#74.** Sponsored by Gluck Plumbing - Service Division. 732-523-1836 Ext 1. **With Prof. Jeffrey S. Gurock (Libby M. Klaperman Professor of Jewish History at the Bernard Revel Graduate School of Jewish Studies of Yeshiva University) discussing the Jews of Harlem.We discussed the history of the Jews of Harlem, the size of the community, why and when they left, Rabonim, Yossele Rosenblatt, and more. To purchase,"The Jews of Harlem": https://nyupress.org/9781479890422/the-jews-of-harlem/To purchase, "Parkchester: A Bronx tale of race and ethnicity": https://nyupress.org/9781479890422/the-jews-of-harlem/To purchase the forthcoming book, "Lake Waubeeka: A community history": https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1467149462/ref=dbs a def rwt bibl vppi i8
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With R' Yehuda Rock discussing the new Sefer, "Parshanei HaMikra" of his wife, Rabbanit Dr. Avigail Rock Z'L
With R' Yehuda Rock discussing the new Sefer, "Parshanei HaMikra" of his wife, Rabbanit Dr. Avigail Rock Z'L
May 19, 2021
25:31
#76.With R' Yehuda Rock discussing the new Sefer, "Parshanei HaMikra" of his wife, Rabbanit Dr. Avigail Rock Z'L.We discussed what the Sefer is about, its structure and style, which meforshim are covered, some examples, and more.To purchase the Sefer: https://korenpub.com/products/parshanei-hamikra?variant=39316374421582
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With Prof. Naomi Seidman discussing Sarah Schenirer and Bais Yaakov
With Prof. Naomi Seidman discussing Sarah Schenirer and Bais Yaakov
May 23, 2021
56:39
#77.With Prof. Naomi Seidman discussing her book, "Sarah Schenirer and the Bais Yaakov Movement: A Revolution in the name of Tradition".We discussed Sarah Schenirer's background & how & why she started Bais Yaakov, the state of jewish women and education at the time, her writings, the 93 martyrs story, and much more.To purchase the book: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/sarah-schenirer-and-the-bais-yaakov-movement-9781906764692?cc=us&lang=en&
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With R' Daniel Levin discussing Rav Chasdai Crescas & Ohr Hashem
With R' Daniel Levin discussing Rav Chasdai Crescas & Ohr Hashem
May 30, 2021
1:48:43
#78.With R' Daniel Levin discussing Rav Chasdai Crescas & Ohr Hashem.We discussed the life of Rav Chasdai (who his rebbeim were, his students [Rav Yosef Albo, author of Sefer HaIkkarim & others], and more), his thought, the sefer Ohr Hashem & R' Levin's new edition of it, and much more.Check out his website: www.Crescas.org
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With Prof. Neil Netanel discussing the history of Jewish Copyright Law.
With Prof. Neil Netanel discussing the history of Jewish Copyright Law.
Jun 6, 2021
42:58
#79.With Prof. Neil Netanel (Pete Kameron Endowed Chair in Law at UCLA) discussing the history of Jewish Copyright Law.We focused on Prof. Netanel's book, "From Maimonides to Microsoft: The Jewish Law of Copyright Since the Birth of Print" and discussed how it came to be, Book priviliges, Maharam Padua, the Rama, and the famous disagreement between Giustiniani & Bragadini, other various rabbinic "reprinting bans", and more. To purchase the booK (the paperback is quite affordable so please disregard what I said on the podcast): https://www.amazon.com/Maimonides-Microsoft-Jewish-Copyright-Since-dp-0190868775/dp/0190868775/ref=mt other? encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=1622948499
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With R' Meni Even-Israel discussing his father, Rav Adin Steinsaltz & his various Seforim
With R' Meni Even-Israel discussing his father, Rav Adin Steinsaltz & his various Seforim
Jun 13, 2021
1:03:48
#80.With R' Meni Even-Israel discussing his father, Rav Adin Steinsaltz & his various Seforim.We discussed his father, the Gemara project, Nach, the Rebbe, changing his last name, future projects, and much more.To purchase the new, "A Concise Guide To..." series: https://korenpub.com/products/the-erez-concise-guide-series. (Each volume is also available for individual purchase)
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With Dr. David Sclar discussing Ramchal (Rav Moshe Chaim Luzzatto, 1707 - 1746)
With Dr. David Sclar discussing Ramchal (Rav Moshe Chaim Luzzatto, 1707 - 1746)
Jun 20, 2021
1:15:36
#81.With Dr. David Sclar discussing Ramchal (Rav Moshe Chaim Luzzatto, 1707 - 1746).We discussed his life, writings, thought, Chevras Mevakshei Hashem, the accusations, controversy, and more.For more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
122
With Prof. Lawrence H. Schiffman discussing Josephus
With Prof. Lawrence H. Schiffman discussing Josephus
Jun 27, 2021
36:49
#82With Prof. Lawrence H. Schiffman (Judge Abraham Lieberman Professorship in Hebrew & Judaic studies at NYU) discussing Josephus and, "The Jewish War".We discussed Josephus' works, his life, was he a traitor, Josephus v Josippon, "Yosifun" as quoted in Rashi, and much more.To purchase the Oxford World Classics edition of "The Jewish War": https://www.amazon.com/Jewish-War-Oxford-Worlds-Classics/dp/0199646023/ref=sr 1 6?dchild=1&keywords=josephus&qid=1624762032&sr=8-6To purchase the Hebrew Carmel Publishing edition of "The Jewish War": https://carmelph.co.il/book/toldot milchemet hayehudim baromaim/To purchase the two volume Hebrew edition of "Antiquities": https://www.bialik-publishing.co.il/index.php?dir=site&page=catalog&op=item&cs=267To purchase the Flusser edition of Josippon: https://www.bialik-publishing.co.il/index.php?dir=site&page=catalog&op=item&cs=571 & https://www.bialik-publishing.co.il/index.php?dir=site&page=catalog&op=item&cs=1311For more information or to sponsor a show, please email [email protected]
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With Prof. Robert Chazan discussing the Trial of the Talmud in Paris in 1240
With Prof. Robert Chazan discussing the Trial of the Talmud in Paris in 1240
Jul 4, 2021
44:54
#83.With Prof. Robert Chazan (Scheuer Professor of Hebrew and Judaic Studies at NYU for the past three decades) discussing the Trial of the Talmud in Paris in 1240. (Between Rav Yechiel of Paris & Nicholas Donin).We discuss the History of the Jews in France at the time, the actual trial, the sources, and more. To purchase the book, "The Trial of the Talmud: Paris, 1240" which includes Professor Chazan's essay, and the Hebrew & Latin sources: https://amzn.to/3JaADqhFor more information or to sponsor a show, please email [email protected]
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With Dr. Yael Ziegler discussing her new book on Megillas Eichah, "Lamentations: Faith in a Turbulent World"
With Dr. Yael Ziegler discussing her new book on Megillas Eichah, "Lamentations: Faith in a Turbulent World"
Jul 11, 2021
1:06:15
#84.Are you looking for a way to learn Torah that will leave you feeling excited and inspired? Alephbeta.org is filled with stunning animated videos and slickly-produced audios on the parsha, holidays, prayers, and many other topics that present Torah ideas in an easy-to-consume way. Their goal is to help people closely read the Torah to discover its beauty, meaning and relevance. Their programs on Tisha B’Av will leave you moved, inspired and with a new understanding of the significance of this day. Listeners to SeforimChatter podcast can receive $18 off an annual subscription by using the following PROMO code: SEFORIMCHATTER. Check out alephbeta.org today. With Dr. Yael Ziegler discussing her new book on Megillas Eichah, "Lamentations: Faith in a Turbulent World".We discussed Eichah, Yirmiyahu, the structure of Eichah, the comparisons between Eicha and the Pirkei Nechama in Yeshayahu, and moreTo purchase the book: https://korenpub.com/products/lamentations-faith-in-a-turbulent-world
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With R' Moshe Maimon discussing Genazym Auction 10 Catalogue
With R' Moshe Maimon discussing Genazym Auction 10 Catalogue
Jul 25, 2021
47:46
#86.** Sponsored by Genazym Auction House **With R' Moshe Maimon discussing Genazym Auction 10 Catalogue.We discussed a number of items in the calaogue in some depth, and point out a few more interesting items.To see the full catalogue & auction: https://bit.ly/Genazym--10To contact them: [email protected] you liked this episode and want to hear more such episodes please let me know: [email protected]
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With Dr. Jeremy Brown discussing Copernicus, the Heliocentric model, and its Jewish reception
With Dr. Jeremy Brown discussing Copernicus, the Heliocentric model, and its Jewish reception
Aug 1, 2021
1:00:36
#87.** This episode is sponsored by Hakirah, "The Flatbush Journal of Jewish Law and Thought." To submit an article or to learn more: www.Hakirah.org. To order the newest volume of Hakirah (Volume 30, Summer 2021): https://www.amazon.com/Hakirah-Flatbush-Journal-Jewish-Thought/dp/1936803194/ref=sr 1 1?dchild=1&keywords=hakirah&qid=1627786997&s=books&sr=1-1With Dr. Jeremy Brown discussing his book, "New Heavens and a New Earth: The Jewish Reception of Copernican Thought."We discussed Nicolaus Copernicus (1473 - 1543) and his heliocentric model and the acceptance and rejection of this throughout the generations in Jewisg thought. We discussed Rav Dovid Gans, Yashar Mi'Kandia (Rav Yosef Shlomo Delmedigo), Ma'asei Tuviah, and much more. To purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3PVMLO7To check out his blog: www.talmudology.comFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Rabbi H. Norman Strickman discussing his new translation of Yesod Moreh of the Ibn Ezra and the Ibn Ezra in general
With Rabbi H. Norman Strickman discussing his new translation of Yesod Moreh of the Ibn Ezra and the Ibn Ezra in general
Aug 8, 2021
1:02:31
#88With Rabbi H. Norman Strickman discussing his new translation of Yesod Moreh of the Ibn Ezra and the Ibn Ezra in general.We discussed Ibn Ezra's life and works, the Sefer Yesod Moreh and the english translation, and more. To purchase the book: https://kodeshpress.com/product/the-secret-of-the-torah-a-translation-of-ibn-ezras-yesod-mora/
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With Rabbi Shnayor Burton discussing the Mitzvah of living in E'Y and his podcast series about it
With Rabbi Shnayor Burton discussing the Mitzvah of living in E'Y and his podcast series about it
Aug 15, 2021
46:32
#89.With Rav Shnayor Burton discussing the Mitzvah of living in E'Y and his podcast series about it.We discuss his podcast series, why he decided to research and work on this topic, his sources, forthcoming book, and more. To listen to, "The Great Sources": https://anchor.fm/shnayor-burtonTo contact Rabbi Burton: [email protected]
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With Prof. Andrew Porwancher discussing Alexander Hamilton and his Jewish origins and connections
With Prof. Andrew Porwancher discussing Alexander Hamilton and his Jewish origins and connections
Aug 22, 2021
37:41
#90.** Sponsored by Koren Publishers. Use code CHATTER at www.korenpub.com for 10% off**With Prof. Andrew Porwancher discussing Alexander Hamilton and his Jewish origins and connections, which are the focus of his new book, "The Jewish World of Alexander Hamilton."We discuss Hamilton's childhood in the Caribbean, his mother Rachel, the theory that he was Jewish, his connection and relationship with the Jewish Community in America, and more.To purchase the book: https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691211152/the-jewish-world-of-alexander-hamiltonFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Rav Aaron Lopiansky discussing his new Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur Machzorim
With Rav Aaron Lopiansky discussing his new Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur Machzorim
Aug 29, 2021
1:06:02
#91.With Rav Aaron Lopiansky discussing his new Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur Machzorim We discuss how the new machzorim (Aliyos Eliyahu) differ from the old (Mikroei Kodesh), what is included in the machzor, why use this machzor, overall history of tefillah and the printed siddur and machzor, and discuss a little about his forthcoming sefer on Targum & Ta'amim (and even mention Mesorah Gedolah & Ketanah) at the end.To purchase the machzorim: https://www.eshelpublications.com/store/p20/Preorder%21 Machzor Aliyos Eliyahu.htmlFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With R' Yechiel Goldhaber discussing the minhag of covering the shofar while making the beracha
With R' Yechiel Goldhaber discussing the minhag of covering the shofar while making the beracha
Sep 5, 2021
36:44
#92.With R' Yechiel Goldhaber discussing the minhag of covering the shofar while making the beracha. We discuss where it comes from, how it spread, the reasons for it, and more For more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Prof. Shmuel Feiner discussing European Jewry in the 18th Century
With Prof. Shmuel Feiner discussing European Jewry in the 18th Century
Sep 12, 2021
59:09
#93.With Prof. Shmuel Feiner (Prof. of Modern Jewish History at Bar-Ilan University) discussing his book, "The Jewish Eighteenth Century: A European Biography, 1700 - 1750To purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3zA2k8OTo purchase Hebrew edition volume 2 (forthcoming in English): https://www.shazar.org.il/product/%d7%a2%d7%aa-%d7%97%d7%93%d7%a9%d7%94-1800-1750/
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With R' Moshe Flohr discussing Sefer Bikurei Yaakov on Hilchos Sukkah & Lulav
With R' Moshe Flohr discussing Sefer Bikurei Yaakov on Hilchos Sukkah & Lulav
Sep 19, 2021
1:07:13
#94.With R' Moshe Flohr discussing his new edition of Sefer Bikurei Yaakov of the Aruch LaNer on Hilchos Sukkah & Lulav.We discussed the Aruch LaNer, the sefer, various topics discussed in the sefer, what this new edition includes, and more. To purchase the Sefer: https://www.amazon.com/%D7%A1%D7%A4%D7%A8-%D7%91%D7%9B%D7%95%D7%A8%D7%99-%D7%99%D7%A2%D7%A7%D7%91-%D7%94%D7%9C%D7%9B%D7%95%D7%AA-Hebrew/dp/B09CRCHN7B/ref=sr 1 1?dchild=1&keywords=moshe+flohr&qid=1632012520&sr=8-1
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With R' Alex Hool discussing the masa'os (travels) of the Bnei Yisrael in the Midbar and his new book about it, "The Desert Encampments: From Sinai to the Holy Land"
With R' Alex Hool discussing the masa'os (travels) of the Bnei Yisrael in the Midbar and his new book about it, "The Desert Encampments: From Sinai to the Holy Land"
Oct 3, 2021
38:08
#96.** Sponsored in memory of Ed Markovitz, Eliyahu ben Yitzhak Meir ha'levy, for his second yartzeit on lamed tishrei**With R' Alex Hool discussing his new book, "The Desert Encampments: From Sinai to the Holy Land"To purchase the book: https://mosaicapress.com/product/the-desert-encampments/
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With Dr. Ezra Chwat discussing the Rif (Rav Yitzchak Alfasi, 1013 - 1103) and his new critical edition
With Dr. Ezra Chwat discussing the Rif (Rav Yitzchak Alfasi, 1013 - 1103) and his new critical edition
Oct 10, 2021
52:45
#97With Dr. Ezra Chwat discussing the Rif (Rav Yitzchak Alfasi, 1013 - 1103) and his new critical editionWe discussed the Rif's life, style of hilchos HaRif, the new edition and what was done, and moreTo access the new edition: https://alhatorah.org/Commentators:R. Yitzchak Alfasi (Rif)/0/he
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With Prof. Maoz Kahana discussing Religion and Science in Early Modern Rabbinic Culture & his new book on the topic ("A Heartless Chicken")
With Prof. Maoz Kahana discussing Religion and Science in Early Modern Rabbinic Culture & his new book on the topic ("A Heartless Chicken")
Oct 17, 2021
54:10
#98.With Prof. Maoz Kahana discussing Religion and Science in Early Modern Rabbinic Culture & his new book on the topicWe discussed rabbonim & European culture and science of the times, the famous "heartless chicken", the golem mentioned by the chacham tzvi, other stories from various tshuvos, coffee houses, and moreTo purchase the book: https://www.bialik-publishing.co.il/heartless-chickenFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Rabbi David Fohrman discussing his work at Aleph Beta and his "Parsha Companion" series
With Rabbi David Fohrman discussing his work at Aleph Beta and his "Parsha Companion" series
Oct 24, 2021
1:19:42
#99** Are you looking for a way to learn Torah that will leave you feeling excited and inspired? Alephbeta.org is filled with stunning animated videos and slickly-produced audios on the parsha, holidays, prayers, and many other topics that present Torah ideas in an easy-to-consume way. Their goal is to help people closely read the Torah to discover its beauty, meaning and relevance. Their in-depth materials on the Parsha will leave you moved and inspired, revitalizing your learning just in time for Sefer Bereishis. Listeners to our podcast will receive an amazing gift! $18 off an annual Premium membership. To get your gift today, go to Alephbeta.org and enter coupon code SC21 (uppercase) when you subscribe. Hurry, offer ends soon! **With Rabbi David Fohrman discussing his work at Aleph Beta and his "Parsha Companion" seriesWe discussed Aleph Beta, Rabbi Fohrman's unique style and how he got into that, why animated cartoon videos, "Parsha Companion" series, and moreTo purchase the Genesis: Parsha Companion, or other Rabbi Fohrman books, click here.
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With Dr. Moti Benmelech discussing Shlomo Molcho (1501 - 1532)
With Dr. Moti Benmelech discussing Shlomo Molcho (1501 - 1532)
Oct 31, 2021
1:26:17
#100.With Dr. Moti Benmelech discussing Shlomo Molcho (1501 - 1532) and his book (in Hebrew), "Shlomo Molcho: The Life and Death of Messiah Ben Joseph"We discussed Molcho and his upbringing in Portugal, David Ha-Reuveni, what did they really want, and more.To purchase the book: https://www.ybz.org.il/?CategoryID=632&ArticleID=6480#.YX3ntsD3YWMFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Rabbi Dr. Moshe Sokol discussing his new book, "The Snake at the Mouth of the Cave: Exploring Talmudic Narratives", which explores aggadata and related themes
With Rabbi Dr. Moshe Sokol discussing his new book, "The Snake at the Mouth of the Cave: Exploring Talmudic Narratives", which explores aggadata and related themes
Nov 7, 2021
1:01:22
#101.** If you’re looking for a college program that offers rigorous academics in an environment that’s infused with Torah values, Touro’s Lander Colleges are the place for you. With separate programs for men and women and campuses in Queens, Manhattan and Brooklyn, Touro offers unique opportunities for those who are devoted to Torah study and determined to succeed professionally. With superior academics, honors programs, numerous career pathways in so many hot fields, Touro will prepare you or your child for the real world. From business to biology, accounting to computer science and so much more, you’ll find a program that’s right for you at Touro. Scholarships available .For more information visit www.touro.edu/landercolleges**With Rabbi Dr. Moshe Sokol discussing his new book, "The Snake at the Mouth of the Cave: Exploring Talmudic Narratives" which explores various aggadata gemaras and related themes.We discussed why he decided to research this subject, his style in the book, examples of aggados that he explores in the book, and more To purchase the book: https://korenpub.com/products/the-snake-at-the-mouth-of-the-cave
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With R' Shimon Szimonowitz & R' Yaakov Juravel discussing Machon Aleh Zayis & Sefer Mincha Ketana
With R' Shimon Szimonowitz & R' Yaakov Juravel discussing Machon Aleh Zayis & Sefer Mincha Ketana
Nov 14, 2021
1:14:14
#102.With R' Shimon Szimonowitz & R' Yaakov Juravel discussing Machon Aleh Zayis & Sefer Mincha KetanaWe discussed new Seforim that Machon Aleh Zayis is publishing, the gilyon (newsletter) they publish, Sefer Mincha Ketana: What it is, style of the sefer, how it was compiled, why copy the layout, font, and cover of the Minchas Chinuch, and moreTo purchase the Sefer: https://alehzayis.com/product/%d7%9e%d7%a0%d7%97%d7%94-%d7%a7%d7%98%d7%a0%d7%94/To contact R' Szimonowitz: [email protected], Alehzayis.comTo Contact R' Juravel: [email protected]
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With Prof. Francesca Trivellato discussing the Jews of Livorno (Leghorn), Italy
With Prof. Francesca Trivellato discussing the Jews of Livorno (Leghorn), Italy
Nov 21, 2021
1:18:29
#103.With Prof. Francesca Trivellato (Andrew W. Mellon Professor of History at the Institute of Advanced Study in Princeton) discussing the Jews of Livorno (Leghorn), ItalyWe discussed Livorno, why it was called "Leghorn", what the community was like, what was unique about Livorno from a Jewish Perspective , various famous Rabbonim & Jewish figures from Livorno, and more To purchase "The Familiarity of Strangers": https://yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300187496/familiarity-strangersFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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SZ Series Episode 1: With Prof. Matt Goldish discussing Sabbatai Zevi's life and impact until the conversion
SZ Series Episode 1: With Prof. Matt Goldish discussing Sabbatai Zevi's life and impact until the conversion
Nov 25, 2021
1:45:10
SZ Series Episode 1.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 1: With Prof. Matt Goldish (Samuel & Esther Melton Chair in Jewish History at Ohio State University) discussing Sabbatai Zevi's life and impact until the conversionWe discussed Sabbatai's early life, where he learned, when did the idea of him being Mashiach start, his mental issues, Nathan of Gaza and his role, Rabbonim on both sides, story of the Taz, did most of the Jewish world accept this, and much more.To purchase Gershom Scholem's "Sabbatai Zevi": https://amzn.to/3OCMjmQTo purchase Prof. Goldish's "The Sabbatean Prophets": https://amzn.to/3BirABSTo purchase "Sabbatian Heresy": https://www.amazon.com/Sabbatian-Heresy-Mysticism-Messianism-Modernity/dp/1512600520To purchase "Women and the Messianic Heresy of Sabbetai Zevi": https://global.oup.com/academic/product/women-and-the-messianic-heresy-of-sabbatai-zevi-1666---1816-9781906764807?q=ada&lang=en&cc=usFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Prof. Malka Simkovich discussing Chanukah & the classic sources
With Prof. Malka Simkovich discussing Chanukah & the classic sources
Nov 28, 2021
49:51
#105.**Sponsored by Koren Publishers. Check out their website for some amazing Chanukah deals including the Noé Edition Hebrew/English Shas, starting at just $1000 or visit your local Jewish bookstore for 25% off all books from Koren. www.korenpub.com some amazing special offers for Chanukah! **With Prof. Malka Simkovich (Crown-Ryan Chair of Jewish Studies & Director of Catholic-Jewish Studies at the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago) discussing Chanukah & the classic sources.We discussed Maccabees 1 & 2, Josephus, Chazal, the Nes Pach Shemen (oil) mentioned in Chazal, the story of Judith (Yehudis), and moreTo purchase the Oxford Classics edition of Josephus: https://amzn.to/3zB0PaITo purchase "Ancient Jewish Novels" which includes Judith: https://korenpub.com/products/ancient-jewish-novelspaperbackTo purchase Prof. Simkovich's book about Second Temple Literature: https://amzn.to/3S8efSSFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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SZ Series Episode 2: With Avinoam Stillman discussing Nathan of Gaza
SZ Series Episode 2: With Avinoam Stillman discussing Nathan of Gaza
Dec 1, 2021
59:17
SZ Episode 2.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 2: With Avinoam Stillman discussing Nathan of GazaWe discussed Nathan's life, place and position in the movement, the newly reissued edition of B'Iqvot Mashiach, which is a collection of his writings, Blima Books, and more.To purchase B'Iqvot Mashiach: https://www.myofficeguy.com/p/xicgb/vn3e9/1rhu4h/?cartid=fb4c5943-4102-4a57-9ace-9afc7973944aFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Rabbi Basil Herring discussing the new RCA Siddur
With Rabbi Basil Herring discussing the new RCA Siddur
Dec 5, 2021
48:46
#107.With Rabbi Basil Herring discussing the new RCA SiddurTo purchase the new RCA Siddur Avodat HaLev: https://korenpub.com/products/rca-siddur-avodat-halevhardcoverstandardashkenaz
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SZ Series Episode 3: With Prof. Yaacob Dweck discussing Rabbi Yaakov Sasportas
SZ Series Episode 3: With Prof. Yaacob Dweck discussing Rabbi Yaakov Sasportas
Dec 8, 2021
49:31
SZ Episode 3.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 3: With Prof. Yaacob Dweck discussing Rabbi Yaakov SasportasWe discussed Rav Yaakov Sasportas's life, his opposition to Sabbetai Zvi, his response to Nathan and the movement, who he was in contact with, Tzitzat Novel Tzvi, and moreTo purchase "Dissident Rabbi": https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691183572/dissident-rabbiFor more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Prof. Emile Schrijver discussing Jewish Book Culture
With Prof. Emile Schrijver discussing Jewish Book Culture
Dec 12, 2021
1:00:32
#109.With Prof. Emile Schrijver (General Director of the Jewish Historical Museum and the Jewish Cultural Quarter in Amsterdam and Prof. at the University of Amsterdam) discussing Jewish Book Culture and the history of the Jewish BookWe discussed Jewish Manuscripts, history of printing, manuscripts since print, and much more.
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SZ Series Episode 4: With Prof. David J. Halperin discussing Abraham Miguel Cardozo
SZ Series Episode 4: With Prof. David J. Halperin discussing Abraham Miguel Cardozo
Dec 15, 2021
1:13:54
SZ Episode 4.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 4: With Prof. David J. Halperin discussing Abraham Miguel CardozoWe discussed Cardozo and his biography, his overall theology and how that related to SZ, Cardozo's belief in himself as Moshiach ben Yosef, his death, and more. We also discussed various primary sources including Baruch of Arezzo, Abraham Cuenque, Joseph HaLevi, the Najara Chronicle, and more.To purchase, "Sabbatai Zevi: Testimonies to a Fallen Messiah": https://amzn.to/3cNpMa1To purchase, "Abraham Miguel Cardozo: Selected Writings": https://amzn.to/3S4ksirProf. Halperin's website: https://www.davidhalperin.net/about-david-halperin/For more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Prof. David Fraser discussing Anti-Shechita Prosecutions between 1855 - 1913 and his book on the subject
With Prof. David Fraser discussing Anti-Shechita Prosecutions between 1855 - 1913 and his book on the subject
Dec 19, 2021
43:30
#111.With Prof. David Fraser (Professor of Law and Social Theory at the University of Nottingham) discussing Anti-Shechita Prosecutions between 1855 - 1913 and his book on the subjectWe discussed a few of the cases, histoyr and reasoning for the anti-shechita movement, anti-semitism, and moreTo purchase the book: https://www.academicstudiespress.com/northamericanjewishstudies/anti-shechita-prosecutions-in-the-anglo-american-world
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SZ Series Episode 5: With Prof. Matt Goldish part 2: Discussing post-conversion and death of SZ
SZ Series Episode 5: With Prof. Matt Goldish part 2: Discussing post-conversion and death of SZ
Dec 22, 2021
1:33:08
SZ Episode 5.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 5: With Prof. Matt Goldish part 2: Discussing post-conversion and death of SZWe discussed Sabbetai's conversion and the subsequent continuous belief in him and what the theology around that was, the rest of his life, his death and those that continued to believe in him & the theology behind that, Rav Avraham Rovigo, Yehuda Chasid, Chaim Malach, Shlomo Ayallon, and others For more information, any questions or comments, or to sponsor or support the show, please email [email protected]
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With Rabbi Yehuda Keilson discussing the Derashos HaRan
With Rabbi Yehuda Keilson discussing the Derashos HaRan
Dec 26, 2021
1:02:35
#113.With Rabbi Yehuda Keilson discussing the Derashos HaRan and his new English translation We discussed the Derashos HaRan, whether the Ran really wrote it, style, examples, what went into translating it and why did he translate it, and more.To purchase the new English edition of the Derashos HaRan Vol 1: https://www.artscroll.com/Books/9781422625521.htmlVol 2: https://www.artscroll.com/Books/9781422629710.html
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SZ Series Episode 6: With Prof. Alexander van der Haven discussing Sarah Ashkenazi
SZ Series Episode 6: With Prof. Alexander van der Haven discussing Sarah Ashkenazi
Dec 29, 2021
40:32
SZ Episode 6.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 6: With Prof. Alexander van der Haven (Professor in study of religion, University of Bergen, Norway) discussing Sarah Ashkenazi and his book about herWe discussed her life, myths and stories, her place and impact in the movement, clash with Nathan, and more.To purchase the book: https://mbii.nl/informatie-cahier-vii/To purchase the book in Hebrew: https://idra.org.il/product/%D7%A9%D7%A8%D7%94-%D7%94%D7%90%D7%A9%D7%9B%D7%A0%D7%96%D7%99%D7%94-%D7%9E%D7%9C%D7%9B%D7%AA-%D7%94%D7%A9%D7%91%D7%AA%D7%90%D7%99%D7%9D/
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With R' Manes Blumenfrucht discussing the Kosher Milk Controversy of America and his new Sefer Chalav Treifah
With R' Manes Blumenfrucht discussing the Kosher Milk Controversy of America and his new Sefer Chalav Treifah
Jan 2, 2022
1:13:19
#115.** Sponsored by the new Rabbi Juravel comic book series. to purchase Falsely Accused: click Here to purchase Shugashvili's Secret: click Here to contact the artist: click Here ** With R' Manes Blumenfrucht discussing the Kosher Milk Controversy of America and his new Sefer Chalav Treifah regarding the controversy We discussed the controversy and how it arose, what the issue was (left displaced abomasum), what the heter was, the Rabbonim's approach, the dairy process in America, his own research and the prevalence of the disease, how farms commonly deal with such cows, the process of how milk gets to the store shelf, the author's permissible approach of why the milk should be allowed regardless of the surgeries, and more. To contact the author: [email protected] To purchase the Sefer: https://www.chalavtreifah.com/
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SZ Series Episode 7: With Prof. Adam Teller discussing the impact of Tach V'Tat upon Sabbateanism
SZ Series Episode 7: With Prof. Adam Teller discussing the impact of Tach V'Tat upon Sabbateanism
Jan 5, 2022
49:55
SZ Episode 7.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 7: With Prof. Adam Teller discussing the impact of Tach V'Tat upon Sabbateanism We discussed Tach V'Tat, how it affected the Jewish community of Jerusalem, philanthropic networks that developed as a result, emissaries from Israel, Nathan of Gaza, various theories about the connection between Tach V'Tat and Sabbateanism and moreTo listen to the 1st podcast episode with Prof. Teller: https://seforimchatter.buzzsprout.com/1218638/4606421-with-prof-adam-teller-discussing-his-new-book-on-the-khmelnytsky-massacres-tach-v-tat-and-the-refugee-crisis-that-followedTo purchase, "rescue The Surviving Souls": https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691161747/rescue-the-surviving-souls
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With Prof. Rena Lauer discussing the Jews of (Venetian) Crete
With Prof. Rena Lauer discussing the Jews of (Venetian) Crete
Jan 9, 2022
49:43
#117.With Prof. Rena Lauer discussing the Jews of (Venetian) Crete We discussed Crete, the Jews of Crete, Candia, Taqqanot Candia, interaction between Jews and the secular court system, and moreTo purchase, "Colonial Justice and the Jews of Venetian Crete": https://amzn.to/3PYJygM
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SZ Series Episode 8: With Prof. Boaz Huss discussing the Sabbatean origins of Tu B'Shvat
SZ Series Episode 8: With Prof. Boaz Huss discussing the Sabbatean origins of Tu B'Shvat
Jan 12, 2022
34:37
SZ Episode 8.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 8: With Prof. Boaz Huss discussing the Sabbatean origins of Tu B'ShvatWe discussed the origins of Tu B'Shvat, first sources to mention the Tu B'Shvat "Seder"/"celebrations", the Sabbatean sources, Donmeh, Donmeh songs, sabbatean symbolism, and moreTo read the article: https://www.academia.edu/40446460/%D7%94%D7%A2%D7%A5 %D7%94%D7%A0%D7%97%D7%9E%D7%93 %D7%91%D7%9F %D7%99%D7%A9%D7%99 %D7%97%D7%99 %D7%A2%D7%9C %D7%94%D7%90%D7%93%D7%9E%D7%94 %D7%A2%D7%9C %D7%9E%D7%A7%D7%95%D7%A8%D7%95 %D7%94%D7%A9%D7%91%D7%AA%D7%90%D7%99 %D7%A9%D7%9C %D7%A1%D7%93%D7%A8 %D7%98 %D7%95 %D7%91%D7%A9%D7%91%D7%98
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With Eli Rubin discussing Rabbi Shmuel Schneerson of Lubavitch ("Maharash," 1834 - 1882)
With Eli Rubin discussing Rabbi Shmuel Schneerson of Lubavitch ("Maharash," 1834 - 1882)
Jan 16, 2022
1:13:48
#119.** Sponsored by Cell Signal Solutions. Call CSS for all your in building wireless systems. Specializing in ARCS, ERCES and Cellular DAS. Give them a call: 732-289-0388 or www.cellsignalsolutions.com**With Eli Rubin discussing Rabbi Shmuel Schneerson of Lubavitch ("Maharash," 1834 - 1882)We discussed the bio of Maharash, the Zemach Zedek, the split in Chabad between Maharash and his older brother Maharil, sources regarding the split, Maharash's personality and style, his style and type of Torah, and more
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SZ Series Episode 9: With R’ Yechiel Goldhaber discussing Sefer Chemdas Yamim
SZ Series Episode 9: With R’ Yechiel Goldhaber discussing Sefer Chemdas Yamim
Jan 19, 2022
37:35
SZ Episode 9. ** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 9: With R’ Yechiel Goldhaber discussing Sefer Chemdas YamimWe discussed the Sefer, its publication history, its rapid spread & acceptance, accusations of Sabbateanism, who the real author was, minhagim that originate from it, and moreTo email R’ Goldhaber: [email protected]
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With Prof. Glenn Dynner discussing Jewish Tavernkeepers & the Liquor trade in the Kingdom of Poland
With Prof. Glenn Dynner discussing Jewish Tavernkeepers & the Liquor trade in the Kingdom of Poland
Jan 23, 2022
1:02:40
#121.** Sponsored by Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **With Prof. Glenn Dynner (Prof. & chair of Religion at Sarah Lawrence College) discussing Jewish Tavernkeepers & Liquor in the Kingdom of Poland, and his book about it: "Yankel's Tavern: Jews, Liquor, & Life in the Kingdom of Poland."We discussed the history of Jews running taverns in Poland, anti-semitic attitudes towards Jews, new laws of Poland, Jewish underground, Blumrozen affair, Rav Eliyahu Guttmacher & the Kvitlach sent to him, and moreTo purchase the book: https://www.amazon.com/Yankels-Tavern-Liquor-Kingdom-Poland-dp-0190204141/dp/0190204141/ref=mt other? encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=
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SZ Series Episode 10: With Prof. Cengiz Sisman discussing the Dönme
SZ Series Episode 10: With Prof. Cengiz Sisman discussing the Dönme
Jan 26, 2022
1:07:49
SZ Episode 10.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 10: With Prof. Cengiz Sisman discussing the DönmeWe discussed an overview of SZ and his apostasy, the Dönme and their origins, the 3 groups, beliefs, actions, why they stayed "hidden", how widespread they were, main locations, and much moreTo purchase Prof. Sisman's book, "The Burden of Silence": https://www.amazon.com/Burden-Silence-Sabbatai-Evolution-Ottoman-Turkish-dp-019069856X/dp/019069856X/ref=mt other? encoding=UTF8&me=&qid=
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With R' Pinchas Werner discussing his Sefer, "Keitzad Seder Mishna"
With R' Pinchas Werner discussing his Sefer, "Keitzad Seder Mishna"
Jan 30, 2022
47:48
#123.With R' Pinchas Werner discussing his Sefer, "Keitzad Seder Mishna"We discussed the Sefer, the Mishna and its structure, Chazal's intention that it be learned Baal Peh, the proofs for this, practical ways to do this and why someone would want to do so, and more.To purchase the sefer: https://www.shopeichlers.com/products/keitzad-seder-mishna/54765
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With Prof. Edward Fram discussing the Court Diaries of Rabbi Chayim Gundersheim of Frankfurt Am Main, 1773 - 1794
With Prof. Edward Fram discussing the Court Diaries of Rabbi Chayim Gundersheim of Frankfurt Am Main, 1773 - 1794
Feb 6, 2022
33:30
#125.With Prof. Edward Fram discussing the Court Diaries of Rabbi Hayyim Gundersheim of Frankfurt Am Main, 1773 - 1794We discussed what a court diary is, who Rav Chayim Gundersheim was, the position of judge (dayan), the history of this manuscript, examples of the cases discussed in the work, and more To purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3z3edmc
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With Dr. Dov Zakheim discussing Rebbe (Rabbi Yehuda HaNasi)
With Dr. Dov Zakheim discussing Rebbe (Rabbi Yehuda HaNasi)
Feb 13, 2022
49:20
#126With Dr. Dov Zakheim discussing Rebbe (Rabbi Yehuda HaNasi) and his new biography, "The Prince And The Emperors: The Life and Times of Rabbi Judah the Prince"We discussed when Rebbe lived, his yichus and family history, his rebbeim, his opinion of Rome and secular learning, who was "Antonious", writing/codifying the Mishnah, and moreTo purchase the book: https://korenpub.com/products/the-prince-and-the-emperors-1
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SZ Series Episode 12: With Bezalel Naor discussing Post-Sabbatean Sabbateanism
SZ Series Episode 12: With Bezalel Naor discussing Post-Sabbatean Sabbateanism
Feb 16, 2022
1:17:12
SZ Episode 12.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 12: With Bezalel Naor discussing Post-Sabbatean SabbateanismWe discussed various figures and seforim accused of sabbateanism and sabbatean allusions in their writings, why should someone today care about meshichot/sabbateanism, Rav Kook's view, the Dönme, and more To purchase "Post-Sabbatian Sabbatianism": https://orot.com/product/post-sabbatian-sabbatianism/To purchase "Caught in the Crack": https://orot.com/product/caught-in-the-crack/
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With Prof. Jeffrey Woolf discussing the Maharik (Rav Yosef Colon Trabotto, 1420 - 1480)
With Prof. Jeffrey Woolf discussing the Maharik (Rav Yosef Colon Trabotto, 1420 - 1480)
Feb 20, 2022
1:13:45
#128.With Prof. Jeffrey Woolf discussing the Maharik (Rav Yosef Colon Trabotto, 1420 - 1480)We discussed the Maharik's life, his Shu't in general, tshuva about wearing non-jewish clothing (and others), his impact on halacha, dispute with Rav Yehdua Messer Leon, dispute with Rav Moshe Capsali, and more
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With Prof. Yochanan Petrovsky-Shtern discussing the Russians' war against Ukraine: The stakes for the Jews
With Prof. Yochanan Petrovsky-Shtern discussing the Russians' war against Ukraine: The stakes for the Jews
Feb 27, 2022
45:01
#129.We discussed the origins of the Jews of Ukraine, the current Jewish communities there, anti-semitism of the Ukrainians throughout the years and his book about this, why we should care about the conflict, what we can do to help, and moreTo purchase, "The Golden Age Shtetl": https://press.princeton.edu/books/paperback/9780691168517/the-golden-age-shtetlTo purchase, "Jews and Ukrainians: A Millennium of Coexistence": https://utorontopress.com/9780772751119/jews-and-ukrainians/Rabbonim in Ukraine to contact to assist (mentioned by Prof. Petrovsky-Shtern, google contact info): Rabbi Mordekhai Bald (Lviv), Rabbi Shmuel Kaminetzky (Dnipro), Rabbi Shlomo Baksht (Odessa), Rabbi Shlomo Wilhelm (Zhytomyr), Rabbi Menahem Glitzenstein (Chernivtsi) Links mentioned by Prof. Petrovsky-Shtern: NGO that arranges life-saving equipment for Ukrainian soldiers Hospitallers working at the frontline Ukrainian Women’s Veteran Movement NGO that assists internal refugeesNGO that aids traumatised children Please email me for more links
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With Rav Doniel Neustadt discussing Rav Yaakov Kamenetsky's Seforim
With Rav Doniel Neustadt discussing Rav Yaakov Kamenetsky's Seforim
Mar 2, 2022
31:07
#130.** Sponosred by the Rabbi Binyomin Kamenetzky Torah Legacy Foundation: RBKTorah.org**With Rav Doniel Neustadt discussing Rav Yaakov Kamenetsky's Seforim as well Rabbi Neustadt's own Halacha Seforim We discussed Rav Yaakov's writings, how he got involved with them, how and what he worked on, his own halacha writings, and more
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With Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel discussing the Ohr Zarua (Rav Yitzchak of Vienna, 1180 - 1250)
With Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel discussing the Ohr Zarua (Rav Yitzchak of Vienna, 1180 - 1250)
Mar 6, 2022
1:15:19
#131** Sponsored by Gluck Plumbing: 732-523-1836 x 1. **With Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel discussing the Ohr Zarua (Rav Yitzchak of Vienna, 1180 - 1250)We discussed the Ohr Zarua's background, rebbeim, chiddushim, printing history of the Sefer, and more To purchase "Peering Through the Lattices": https://www.wsupress.wayne.edu/books/detail/peering-through-latticesTo purchase "Brothers From Afar": https://www.wsupress.wayne.edu/books/detail/brothers-afarTo purchase the Machon Yerushalayim edition of Ohr Zarua (or check your local Seforim store): https://www.shopeichlers.com/products/ohr-zarua-3-volume-set/37634
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With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Piyut "Mi Komocha" of Rav Yehuda HaLevi
With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Piyut "Mi Komocha" of Rav Yehuda HaLevi
Mar 13, 2022
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#132.With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Piyut "Mi Komocha" of Rav Yehuda HaLeviWe discussed a brief bio of Rav Yehdua HaLevi, the legend of the Ibn Ezra being his son-in-law and the connection to this piyut, when the piyut was meant to be said and when it actually is recited, examples from the piyut, new editions, and more
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SZ Series Episode 13: With Prof. Elisheva Carlebach discussing Rav Moshe Chagiz (1671 - 1751)
SZ Series Episode 13: With Prof. Elisheva Carlebach discussing Rav Moshe Chagiz (1671 - 1751)
Mar 16, 2022
45:12
SZ Episode 13.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **SZ Series Episode 13: With Prof. Elisheva Carlebach discussing Rav Moshe Chagiz (1671 - 1751)We discussed Rav Moshe Chagiz's life, his relatiosnhip woth Sabbateanism, his role in the Chayon controversy, other Sabbatian controversies, the Ramchal controversy, and more To purchase, "The Pursuit of Heresy": https://amzn.to/3OG19ciTo read Chayon’s work: https://hebrewbooks.org/24947
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With Dr. Rebecca Jefferson discussing the discovery, origins, and history of the Cairo Genizah and her new book about the topic
With Dr. Rebecca Jefferson discussing the discovery, origins, and history of the Cairo Genizah and her new book about the topic
Mar 20, 2022
1:46:23
#134.** Sponsored by ARO resources**With Dr. Rebecca Jefferson (curator of the Issa & Ray Price library of Judaica at the University of Library) discussing the discovery, origins, and history of the Cairo Genizah and her new book about thisWe discussed her new book, what a "Genizah" is general speaking,what "fragments" are, what the Cairo Genizah is, history of Genizot (in middle east) in general, Ben Ezra Synagogue, and the many characters involved in the story (Jacob Saphir, Abraham Firkovich, Moses Shapira, Abraham Harkavy, Elkan Nathan Adler, Greville John Chester, Count d'Hulst, Agnes Smith Lewis & Margaret Dunlop Gibson, Solomon Schechter, Adolf Neubauer, and many more)To purchase "The Cairo Genizzah and the Age of Discovery in Egypt": https://amzn.to/3OFZYcS
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With Prof. Daniel J. Lasker discussing the history of Karaism and his new book on the topic
With Prof. Daniel J. Lasker discussing the history of Karaism and his new book on the topic
Mar 27, 2022
50:46
#135.With Prof. Daniel J. Lasker discussing the history of Karaism and his new book, "Karaism: An introduction to the oldest Surviving Alternative Judaism"We discussed the history of the Karaites, how they differed from Tzedukim (sadducees), what the believe, basic ideology, how they differ from rabbinic judaism, where they lived throughout the centuries, where they are today, and more To purchase the book: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/karaism-9781800855960?q=lasker&lang=en&cc=us
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With R' Moshe Flohr discussing Hilchos Mechiras Chametz and his English Sefer on the topic
With R' Moshe Flohr discussing Hilchos Mechiras Chametz and his English Sefer on the topic
Apr 3, 2022
1:26:04
#136With R' Moshe Flohr discussing Hilchos Mechiras Chametz and his English Sefer on the topicWe discussed the basic halachos, what the shtar (contract) contains, the specifics of the Lakewood shtar, listing each item and the value, the kinyan, the minhag to give the Rav money, early mechira, bedikas chametz, and moreTo contact R’ Flohr: [email protected], 732.363.4901To purchase, "A Practical Guide to Mechiras Chametz": https://www.amazon.com/Practical-Guide-%D7%9E%D7%9B%D7%99%D7%A8%D7%AA-%D7%97%D7%9E%D7%A5-Expanded/dp/B09WPP7R7J/ref=sr 1 1?crid=1M30TMIZ6WZSA&keywords=979-8441757911&qid=1648957250&sprefix=979-8441757911%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-1
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With Elie Rosenfeld discussing the Maxwell House Haggadah
With Elie Rosenfeld discussing the Maxwell House Haggadah
Apr 10, 2022
48:37
#137.With Elie Rosenfeld (CEO of Joseph Jacobs Advertising) discussing the Maxwell House HaggadahWe discussed the origins and how it started, old editions and translation, updated translation, covers, does the guy on back cover have 6 fingers, and more To purchase a copy of the Haggadah: MAxwellhousehaggadah.com or JosephJacobsAdvertising.com
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With R' Yosef Gavriel Bechhofer discussing the forged Yerushalmi on Kodashim
With R' Yosef Gavriel Bechhofer discussing the forged Yerushalmi on Kodashim
Apr 18, 2022
32:33
#138With R' Yosef Gavriel Bechhofer discussing the forged Yerushalmi on KodshimWe discussed if there ever was a Yerushalmi on Kodashim, who was Shlomo Yehuda Friedlander-Elgazi, whcih Mesechtas he forged, who he "fooled" and how, who dicovered that it was a fake and how, and moreTo read R' Bechhofer's article on the subject: https://www.academia.edu/3017775/The Talmud Yerushalmi on Kodashim Or Shmuel HTC Skokie IL pdf file
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With Dr. Alan Kadish & Rabbi Dr. Michael Shmidman discussing their new book, "The Jewish Intellectual Tradition"
With Dr. Alan Kadish & Rabbi Dr. Michael Shmidman discussing their new book, "The Jewish Intellectual Tradition"
Apr 24, 2022
59:49
#139** Sponsored by Touro University. To learn more visit www.touro.edu**With Dr. Alan Kadish & Rabbi Dr. Michael Shmidman discussing their new book, "The Jewish Intellectual Tradition: A History of Learning and Achievement"We discussed what the book is about, why they wrote it, what each brought to the project, what they hope to accomplish with the book, and moreTo purchase the book: https://www.academicstudiespress.com/judaismandjewishlife/the-jewish-intellectual-tradition
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With Prof. Ephraim Shoham-Steiner discussing Jews and Crime in Medieval Europe
With Prof. Ephraim Shoham-Steiner discussing Jews and Crime in Medieval Europe
May 1, 2022
1:06:19
#140With Prof. Ephraim Shoham-Steiner (Prof. of Medieval Jewish History at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Be'er Sheva) discussing Jews and Crime in Medieval Europe and his new book on the topicWe discussed Jewish "crime" in medieval Europe, examples of this, how the Jewish community dealt with criminals, sources used, what he answers to those who say anti-semites will use the material, what he is trying to show with the book, and moreTo purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3oveIRg
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SZ Series Episode 14: With Dr. David Sclar discussing the Ramchal controversy
SZ Series Episode 14: With Dr. David Sclar discussing the Ramchal controversy
May 4, 2022
1:18:36
Sabbetai Zevi Series #14.** Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **With Dr. David Sclar discussing the Ramchal controversyWe discussed how the controversy started, RaBaCh, Sabbatean texts, Ramchal's Messianism, and more
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With Zev Bar-Eitan discussing his English series, "Abravanel's World of Torah"
With Zev Bar-Eitan discussing his English series, "Abravanel's World of Torah"
May 8, 2022
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#142With Zev Bar-Eitan discussing his English series, "Abravanel's World of Torah"We discussed brief bio of the Abarbnel, how he was drawn to Abarbnel and why he decided to translate it into English, examples, why Abarbnel's commentary is important, and moreTo check out his website and purchase the books: https://abravanelsworldoftorah.com/
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SZ Series Episode 15: Finale episode with Prof. Matt Goldish
SZ Series Episode 15: Finale episode with Prof. Matt Goldish
May 11, 2022
51:47
Sabbetai Zevi Series #15**Corporate sponsor of the series Gluck Plumbing: For all your service needs big or small in NJ with a full service division, from boiler change outs, main sewer line snake outs, camera-ing main lines, to a simple faucet leak, Gluck Plumbing Service Division has you covered. Give them a call - 732-523-1836 x 1. **We discussed what it truly meant to be Sabbatean after SZ’s conversion & death, what was the danger that the “heresy hunters” were so worried about it, Sabbateanism’s effect on modernity, why someone should care about the topic, and more
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With Rabbanit Chana Henkin discussing her son Rav Eitam Z'L HY'D, his writings, and the new English collection just published, "Studies in Halakha and Rabbinic History"
With Rabbanit Chana Henkin discussing her son Rav Eitam Z'L HY'D, his writings, and the new English collection just published, "Studies in Halakha and Rabbinic History"
May 15, 2022
1:01:46
#144With Rabbanit Chana Henkin discussing her son Rav Eitam Z'L HY'D, his writings, and the new English collection just published, "Studies in Halakha and Rabbinic History"We discussed Rav Eitam, his Torah & research interests, his Seforim, examples from the book, future publications, and more To purchase the book, "Studies in Halakha and Rabbinic History": https://korenpub.com/collections/new-releases/products/studies-in-halakha-and-rabbinic-history
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With Prof. Rachel Manekin discussing Jewish Women Runaways in Habsburg Galicia and her book on the topic
With Prof. Rachel Manekin discussing Jewish Women Runaways in Habsburg Galicia and her book on the topic
May 22, 2022
1:00:26
#145With Prof. Rachel Manekin discussing Jewish Women Runaways Girls in Habsburg Galicia and her book on the topicTo purchase the book: https://press.princeton.edu/books/hardcover/9780691194936/the-rebellion-of-the-daughters
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With Dr. Yael Ziegler discussing Megillas Rus and her book, "Ruth: From Alienation to Monarchy"
With Dr. Yael Ziegler discussing Megillas Rus and her book, "Ruth: From Alienation to Monarchy"
May 29, 2022
1:03:50
#146With Dr. Yael Ziegler discussing Megillas Rus and her book, "Ruth: From Alienation to Monarchy"To purchase the book: https://korenpub.com/products/ruthhardcover
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With R' Yaakov Yosef Reinman (AKA Avner Gold) discussing his historical fiction book series ("The Strasbourg saga")
With R' Yaakov Yosef Reinman (AKA Avner Gold) discussing his historical fiction book series ("The Strasbourg saga")
Jun 7, 2022
1:14:52
#147With R' Yaakov Yosef Reinman (AKA Avner Gold) discussing his historical fiction book series ("The Strasbourg saga") We discussed why his pseudonym is "Avner Gold", why he wrote the series, how he got into historical fiction, Sabbetai Zevi, The Inquisition, and more
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With Dr. Tzafrir Barzilay discussing well poisoning accusations against Jews and minorities in Medieval Europe (relating to the Black Death)
With Dr. Tzafrir Barzilay discussing well poisoning accusations against Jews and minorities in Medieval Europe (relating to the Black Death)
Jun 12, 2022
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#148** Sponsored byElchanan Schwarz Counseling. Elchanan Schwarz is a licensed mental health counselor with offices in Brooklyn and Lakewood, specializing in adults with anxiety and adjustment disorders. Including stress related to challenging life circumstances such as chronic medical illness and grief. For an appointment call (732) 503-9158.**With Dr. Tzafrir Barzilay discussing well poisoning accusations against Jews and minorities in Medieval Europe and his book on the topic, "Poisoned Wells"We discussed the Black Death, how these well poisoning accusations begun and spread to Jews, how the accusations gained popularity, causes and ramifications of the accusations, pogroms, the decline of the accusations, and more To purchase the book: https://www.pennpress.org/9780812253610/poisoned-wells/
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With Prof. Kenneth Stow discussing the Diary of Anna of Rome and the book he wrote about the diary
With Prof. Kenneth Stow discussing the Diary of Anna of Rome and the book he wrote about the diary
Jun 19, 2022
1:11:20
#149With Prof. Kenneth Stow discussing the Diary of Anna of Rome and the book he wrote about the diaryWe discussed Italian Jews, Rome's Jewish Community, who Anna was, how the diary was found, why he decided to publish it, and more To purchase the book: https://yalebooks.yale.edu/book/9780300219043/anna-and-tranquillo/
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With Dr. Ben-Tsiyon Klibansky discussing the history of Lithuanian Yeshivas and his new book on the topic
With Dr. Ben-Tsiyon Klibansky discussing the history of Lithuanian Yeshivas and his new book on the topic
Jun 26, 2022
1:16:24
#150With Dr. Ben-Tsiyon Klibansky discussing the history of Lithuanian Yeshivas and his new book on the topic We discussed WWI and the refugee crisis and how that affected the Yeshivos, what defines a "Lithuanian Yeshiva", most influential ones of the oeriod, patrilineal descent in Yeshivos and issues that arose from that, the role of the Mashgiach, and much moreTo purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3bc9TsXDr. Klibansky's site: https://www.b-klibansky.com/english-site
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With Rabbi Yaakov Taubes discussing Rabeinu Bachya and his writings
With Rabbi Yaakov Taubes discussing Rabeinu Bachya and his writings
Jul 3, 2022
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#151With R' Yaakov Taubes discussing Rabeinu Bachya and his writings: Chumash Commentary, Kad HaKemach, Shulchan Shel Arba, and Pirkei AvosWe discussed when he lived, how to pronounce his name, his various seforim, and more Link to English translation of Shulchan Shel Arba: http://jkraus.webspace.wheatoncollege.edu/Links to articles on Rabeinu Bachya: https://www.academia.edu/51307873/Adam Afterman and Idan Pinto Potencies of the Body and Soul Ascetic Ideals and Ritualistic Meals in the Writings of R Ba%E1%B8%A5ya ben Asher Jewish Thought 3 2021 137 179 https://thelehrhaus.com/jewish-thought-history/rabbeinu-bahya-and-the-case-of-the-mysterious-medieval-lightning-rod/ https://www.academia.edu/44415057/Gershom Scholem Bahya ben Asher in Encyclopedia ha Ivrit vol 8 1956 cols 144 145 Hebrew https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pRKpRrs4kBgGkHSIMTAkuGITldO0qvxU/view?usp=sharing
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With R' Aryeh Ganz and R' Shimon Szimonowitz discussing Sefer Arzei HaLevanon Al Hatorah
With R' Aryeh Ganz and R' Shimon Szimonowitz discussing Sefer Arzei HaLevanon Al Hatorah
Jul 10, 2022
1:19:27
#152With R' Aryeh Ganz and R' Shimon Szimonowitz discussing Sefer Arzei HaLevanon Al HatorahWe discuss why R' Ganz decided to compile another Likut Sefer, what he quotes and why, which sources he uses, where he got his sources from, some future (and already published as of this podcasts publication) Aleh Zayis publications, and moreTo purchase the Sefer: https://alehzayis.com/product/%d7%90%d7%a8%d7%96%d7%99-%d7%94%d7%9c%d7%91%d7%a0%d7%95%d7%9f/
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The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66-74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part I: Causes of conflict
The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66-74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part I: Causes of conflict
Jul 17, 2022
1:22:04
#153** With Tisha B'Av approaching, check out Aleph Beta's collection of inspiring Tisha B'Av videos. Rabbi David Fohrman, founder of Aleph Beta, explores some of the most beloved Tisha B'Av texts to discover the deeper meaning and relevance of the day. And for a limited time only, listeners get $18 off an annual Aleph Beta membership, which will give you access to all the Tisha b’av videos plus hundreds more on parsha and the other holidays. Go to AlephBeta.org and enter coupon code SEFORIM22 for $18 off an annual premium membership: https://bit.ly/AlephBeta22**The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66-74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part I: Causes of conflict. Based on Prof. Rogers new book, "For the Freedom of Zion: The Gerat Revolt of Jews against Romans, 66 - 74 CE"We discussed Herod (the great): his bio, relationship with Rome, kingdom, reign, death, and more, what happened after Herod's death, Sicarii, Pontius Pilate (and the killing of Jesus), Agrippa I, and much moreTo purchase the book: https://amzn.to/3v1idCNTo support the podcast or to sponsor a show, please email [email protected], or click this link: https://www.seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/
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With Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel discussing 1096 (The First Crusade) and the Jews
With Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel discussing 1096 (The First Crusade) and the Jews
Jul 24, 2022
1:02:07
#154.With Prof. Ephraim Kanarfogel discussing 1096 (the First Crusade), the historical sources and chronicles, and the Kinnos composed in its aftermath We discussed the history of the crusades (Pope Urban II, Peter the Hermit, and others involved), Jewish communities in the Rhineland (Speyer, Worms, and Mainz), the destruction of these communities and others, martyrdom, suicide and the halachos and opinions amongst the Rishonim, Kinnos composed in the aftermath of the destruction, and more.To purchase "In the Year 1096": https://amzn.to/3ztoI3HTo purchase the, “The Jews and the Crusaders: The Hebrew Chronicles of the First and Second Crusades”: https://amzn.to/3Ovt3YBUsing the links may pay us a commission and help support Seforimchatter
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With R' Yaakov Beer discussing Sefer B'Ikvei HaGalus about the Churban
With R' Yaakov Beer discussing Sefer B'Ikvei HaGalus about the Churban
Jul 28, 2022
1:11:30
#155.With R' Yaakov Beer discussing Sefer B'Ikvei HaGalus on the Sugyos about the Churban in Perek HaNizakin in Mesechtas Gittin.We discussed the different aspects of the Sefer, Maharal/Meor Eynayim, Kamtza and Bar Kamtza, Channah/Miriam and her seven sons, other various Gemara's in the Sugya, story with Rebbetzin Luba Rochel Bloch HY'D, haskamos to the Sefer, why the name "B'Ikvei HaGalus", and much more To purchase the Sefer: https://judaicaplaza.com/collections/new-hebrew-seforim/products/17806947
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The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66 - 74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part II: The War and Destruction of the Temple.
The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66 - 74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part II: The War and Destruction of the Temple.
Jul 31, 2022
1:28:42
#156.** With Tisha B'Av approaching, check out Aleph Beta's collection of inspiring Tisha B'Av videos. Rabbi David Fohrman, founder of Aleph Beta, explores some of the most beloved Tisha B'Av texts to discover the deeper meaning and relevance of the day.And for a limited time only, listeners get $18 off an annual Aleph Beta membership, which will give you access to all the Tisha b’av videos plus hundreds more on parsha and the other holidays. Go to AlephBeta.org and enter coupon code SEFORIM22 for $18 off an annual premium membership: https://bit.ly/AlephBeta22**The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66 - 74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part II: The War and Destruction of the Temple.We began the discussion with the massacres in Jerusalem in 66, Agrippa (II) speech and his place in the war, the end of sacrifices (Korbanos) on behalf of the Romans, the fighting and killing that breaks out across the region, Cestius' intervention and "disaster", the appointment of the Jewish generals, Vespasian's army, Titus's arrival with three legions (and what a Roman legion was), Vespasian's arrival in Iotapata and the subsequent siege and destruction of the city, fall of Gamala, John of Gischala's flight to Jerusalem, Vespasian's march on Jerusalem, Nero's suicide followed by Vindex's revolt in Gaul and Vespasian's subsequent departure for Rome, Romans breaking through the outer wall, second wall, and finally the inner wall, the destruction of the Beis HaMikdash and whether Titus truly "wanted" to burn it down or not (we discussed Josephus's opinion and debated whether this is really as he says), and more.To purchase "For the Freedom of Zion": https://amzn.to/3znnaa7To purchase the Oxford Classics edition of Josephus: https://amzn.to/3PNu3Zw
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The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66 - 74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part III: Masada and the Legacies of the Great Revolt
The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66 - 74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part III: Masada and the Legacies of the Great Revolt
Aug 6, 2022
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#157.** To enhance your Tisha B'Av and understanding of the day and its message, check out Aleph Beta's collection of inspiring Tisha B'Av videos. Rabbi David Fohrman, founder of Aleph Beta, explores some of the most beloved Tisha B'Av texts to discover the deeper meaning and relevance of the day.And for a limited time only, listeners get $18 off an annual Aleph Beta membership, which will give you access to all the Tisha b’av videos plus hundreds more on parsha and the other holidays. Go to AlephBeta.org and enter coupon code SEFORIM22 for $18 off an annual premium membership: https://bit.ly/AlephBeta22**The Judean Revolt Series with Prof. Guy M. Rogers: The Great Jewish Revolt, 66 - 74 CE and the destruction of the Second Temple. Part III: Masada and the Legacies of the Great Revolt.We discussed the aftermath of the destruction in Yerushalayim, Titus's return to Rome, the Flavian Amphitheater (Coliseum), Arch of Titus, Masada, and more To purchase "For the Freedom of Zion": https://amzn.to/3znnaa7To purchase the Oxford Classics edition of Josephus: https://amzn.to/3PNu3ZwTo purchase “Masada” by Jodi Magness: https://amzn.to/3dgF9YL
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With Dr. Morris Faierstein discussing the Yudisher Theriak (A Yiddish Defense of Judaism)
With Dr. Morris Faierstein discussing the Yudisher Theriak (A Yiddish Defense of Judaism)
Aug 14, 2022
1:04:48
#158.With Dr. Morris Faierstein discussing the Yudisher Theriak (A Yiddish Defense of Judaism)We discussed what "Theriak" means, who the author was, why he wrote it, who the intended audience was, examples from the book, why translate it, and more To purchase the book: https://www.wsupress.wayne.edu/books/detail/yudisher-theriak
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With David Arnovitz discussing The Tanakh of the Land of Israel
With David Arnovitz discussing The Tanakh of the Land of Israel
Aug 21, 2022
35:33
#159.With David Arnovitz discussing The Tanakh of the Land of Israel (Koren Publishers).To purchase Exodus (Shemos): https://amzn.to/3ChFmoLTo purchase Samuel (Shmuel): https://amzn.to/3Cm4kTW
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With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Chida and Maagel Tov (the Chida's travelogue)
With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Chida and Maagel Tov (the Chida's travelogue)
Aug 28, 2022
1:31:39
#160.With R' Moshe Maimon discussing the Chida and Maagel Tov (the Chida's travelogue)We discussed a brief bio of the Chida (Rav Chaim Yosef Dovid Azoulai), when the Maagel Tov was written, how it was written, the publication history, personal stories related by the Chida, famous people and Gedolim that he discusses, the two new editions and how they compare, and much more.To purchase the Raviv edition: https://www.shopeichlers.com/products/magal-tov-volume-1/57949To purchase the Hamaor edition: https://www.shopeichlers.com/products/magel-tov-chida/58039To purchase the Freimann edition: https://amzn.to/3Rkz78d
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With R' Mendy Abramson discussing Bathing and Showering in Halachah and his new English Sefer on the topic
With R' Mendy Abramson discussing Bathing and Showering in Halachah and his new English Sefer on the topic
Sep 4, 2022
1:10:11
#161.With R' Mendy Abramson discussing Bathing and Showering in Halachah and his new English Sefer on the topic We discussed why he wrote a Sefer on the topic, the basic halachos and what he discussed regarding bathing and showering before davening, for Shabbos, 9 days, Tisha B'Av. Yom Tov, and other topics, his haskamos, sources, and more.To purchase the book: https://www.israelbookshoppublications.com/store/pc/Bathing-and-Showering-in-Halachah-12p7840.htm
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With Michelle Margolis and Sharon Liberman Mintz discussing the Jews of Corfu
With Michelle Margolis and Sharon Liberman Mintz discussing the Jews of Corfu
Sep 11, 2022
1:05:14
#162.With Michelle Margolis and Sharon Liberman Mintz discussing the Jews of Corfu and their new exhibit about themWe discussed the Jewish communities of Corfu, their minhagim, printing history, polemic about singing krias shema with a nigun, esrogim of Corfu, famous rabbinic figures in Corfu, ketubot of Corfu, and moreFor the online exhibit: https://exhibitions.library.columbia.edu/exhibits/show/jews corfuFor the exhibit at Columbia: https://blogs.cul.columbia.edu/jewishstudiesatcul/2022/08/16/the-jews-of-corfu-between-the-adriatic-and-the-ionian/For the exhibit at JTS: https://www.jtsa.edu/event/opening-event-jews-of-corfu/
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With Rabbi Dr. Jacob J. Schacter discussing Selichos and his new edition of Selichos with introduction and commentary
With Rabbi Dr. Jacob J. Schacter discussing Selichos and his new edition of Selichos with introduction and commentary
Sep 18, 2022
1:01:26
#163.With Rabbi Dr. Jacob J. Schacter discussing Selichos and his new edition of Selichos with introduction and commentary We discussed the various minhagim of selichos (when it is said), what is different about this edition, the central theme of selichos, the thirteen attributes of mercy, the akeida, zechus avos, tziduk hadin, confession, power of teshuvah, praying to angels, derision of christianity, the style of the commentary, and moreTo purchase the Selichos: https://amzn.to/3SdmMmxhttps://korenpub.com/products/the-reid-family-edition-koren-seli%e1%b8%a5ot-minhag-lita