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Q&A: Alien Intelligence, OCD & Animal Free Will

Feb 1, 2026

1:31:51

Sponsored by the Kolatch Family in honor of the 10th Yahrzeit of Dr. Robin Goldman, Riza bas Tzvi Yaakov 🎙️ Dedicate a Shiur or Podcast Series: Opportunities available at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa 💬 Got Questions, Comments, or Suggestions? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at: [email protected] Q&A 0:15 Where is the international date according to Halacha? 6:10 What is tumah and its ramifications? 12:30 Why do we bow three times at the end of the amida? 14:31 Do kever tzaddikim convey tumah? 16:35 Where did the base-10 number system originate, and is there any relationship between its development and Jewish thought or practice?" 18:05 Whats the source for putting a letter into the Kotel? 22:15 The 13 principles of faith says you have to believe in all the words of prophets, so why does Moshe have his own principle that you have to believe his words if he is a prophet also? 27:00 Why is 3rd and 4th meal of Shabbat not view as important as 1st and 2nd meals of Shabbat? 32:25 When does the Torah decide to hyperbolize the sins of the Tzadikim? 36:25 Is there an heter to tell lashon hara to your wife, since a wife is considered like oneself? 39:42 Whats the Jewish perspective on extraterrestrials? 43:13 Why is there no Halacha of shechting fish? 44:50 How to avoid Meshane HaTeva being used as an argument against us? 52:47 Why is there a discrepancy between how old is the world according to science and Torah? 55:18 If a person fulfill the Torah can a person assume he has achieved life's purpose? 58:35 Can a person solve certain social disorders through the Torah? 1:01:25 Does Mussar induce OCD? 1:04:28 Is it allowed to take motivation from Goyim? 1:08:12 In the times of Mashiach, how is it possible that certain animals will be kosher to eat if the Torah can never change? 1:09:17 In Eretz Yisrael we have had more rain this year than prior years. Is there a meaning to this? 1:11:23 Is it better for a Goy to be a Noahide or convert to Judaism? 1:14:35 Why do unmarried Ashkenazim Jews not wear a Tallis? 1:16:43 Can an animal be a rasha? 1:18:40 Does a person have the free will to kill another person without heaven permitting it? 1:20:30 Is there a halachic basis to prohibit a younger sibling from getting married before an older sibling? 1:22:17 The Nefesh HaChaim that says that every action a person does impacts the spiritual and physical worlds. How does a person not become crazy from such a concept? 1:27:32 Is a person allowed to change his minhagim if it affects his shalom bayis? 1-28-26 📍 About Yeshivat Ohr Somayach Located in the heart of Jerusalem, Ohr Somayach is a premier institution for young, English-speaking Jewish men. Whether you're new to Jewish learning or already proficient in Gemara and other original sources, we offer tailored programs to meet your needs. 📚 Discover the perfect program for you: 🌐 Visit: https://ohr.edu/study in israel 📞 Call our placement specialist: +972 52-312-5921 Email us at: [email protected] PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS

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Q&A: Baseless Hatred, Ayin Hara & Shovavim

Jan 23, 2026

1:40:50

🎙️ Dedicate a Shiur or Podcast Series: Opportunities available at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa 💬 Got Questions, Comments, or Suggestions? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at: [email protected] 📍 About Yeshivat Ohr Somayach Located in the heart of Jerusalem, Ohr Somayach is a premier institution for young, English-speaking Jewish men. Whether you're new to Jewish learning or already proficient in Gemara and other original sources, we offer tailored programs to meet your needs. 📚 Discover the perfect program for you: 📞 Call our placement specialist: +972 52-312-5921 🌐 Visit: https://ohr.edu/study in israel 0:00 What will happen in the times of Mashiach to individuals that don't have a shevet? 2:15 How to understand the statement Talmud Torah keneged kulam? 5:50 What did Sarah see in Yishmael that he had to be removed? 10:10 Why in davening do we pray that Hashem not bring us to sin? 15:30 Where did Teferet Yisrael get the Midrash that Moshe should've been a cruel person by nature? 22:25 How did Shimon marry his sister Dina? 28:25 What is the origin of Kol Ishah? 38:02 How do we understand ayin hara? 44:08 Why do some frum married women not cover their hair? 51:33 How did we decide the girsa to use for our Gemara? 55:00 What is an aveira lishmah? 59:47 How to understand the relationship between psychology/therapy and mussar? 1:02:23 How do define baseless hatred? 1:04:30 How does tznius work when different communities have different understands? 1:10:22 Why in the Gemara did a father pray for his daughter to die, so other people will not sin because of her beauty? 1:15:40 What is special of the weeks Shovavim? 1:17:24 When in comes for co-ed events can we ever say that the good outweighs the bad? 1:23:20 Is emunah a mixture of emotion and intellect? 1:27:15 Whats the difference between chinuch at home compared to chinuch at school? 1:29:07 Since they have been tragedies in the last few demonstrations is it a sign that Hashem is not in favor of them? 1:32:02 Why does a person daven for change if everything Hashem does is for the good? 1:36:34 Why did Yosef not try to contact Yaakov when he became viceroy? Email us at: [email protected] PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS 1-14-26

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Maharal – R’ Yehudah Loew

Jan 25, 2026

39:55

Delivered in YGW Motzei Shabbos Bo 5786 Shiur is sponsored l’eilu nishmas פעסל בת נחמן And l’refuah sheleimah יהודה אריה בן צירל

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The Chronology Of Matan Torah | Parshas Mishpatim

Feb 13, 2026

41:57

🎙️ Dedicate a Shiur or Podcast Series: Opportunities available at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa 💬 Got Questions, Comments, or Suggestions? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at: [email protected] 📍 About Yeshivat Ohr Somayach Located in the heart of Jerusalem, Ohr Somayach is a premier institution for young, English-speaking Jewish men. Whether you're new to Jewish learning or already proficient in Gemara and other original sources, we offer tailored programs to meet your needs. 📚 Discover the perfect program for you: 🌐 Visit: https://ohr.edu/study in israel 📞 Call our placement specialist: +972 52-312-5921 Email us at: [email protected] PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS

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Reishis Chachma – R’ Eliyahu de Vidas

Dec 31, 2025

32:17

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R’ Yisroel Salanter

Jul 31, 2020

48:46

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Kriyas Yam Suf & Jewish Unity

Jan 30, 2026

40:02

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KODESH (Shovavim IV)

Feb 12, 2026

41:16

"Kodesh" does not mean "holy." Rather, its translation explains how one BECOMES "holy."

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Na'aseh V'Nishma And The Sefer Ha'Bris (Mishpatim)

Feb 13, 2026

44:09

In this bombshell episode, the Mashgiach exposes that "Na'aseh V'Nishma" was not said with regard to the Torah, but rather in response to the "Sefer Ha'Bris." What is this Sefer Ha'Bris and what was this response of Na'aseh V'Nishma?

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AI – Hashkafa Vaad

Nov 5, 2025

41:27

Delivered at the YGW Shabbos retreat Motzei Shabbos Parsha Lech Lecha 5786

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Maharashdam – R’ Shmuel de Medina

Oct 3, 2025

31:53

Delivered in YGW Motzei Shabbos Vayeliech 5786 Shiur is sponsored l’eilu nishmas פעסל בת נחמן And l’refuah sheleimah יהודה אריה בן צירל

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TFJ Season 5 Episode 21 The Sinai Campaign: Speed and Audacity Overwhelm the Enemy (B)

Jan 14, 2026

23:21

The Israeli paratrooper drop at the Mitla Pass wasn't only military, it was also diplomatic theater. By landing troops near the Suez Canal, Israel created the pretext that the British and French desperately needed to enter the war. Regardless, however, of the diplomatic component, Israel now had to open a supply line across the enormous desert floor to reinforce the paratroopers at Mitla, deep inside enemy territory. This would entail another group of paratroopers led by the fearless young commander Ariel Sharon, to fight their way through three Egyptian fortified positions to reach the Mitla Pass. One Egyptian fortress was the highly garrisoned Abu Ageila. Israeli armor and infantry struck this position and Egyptian forces fought back with unexpected tenacity. In one tank engagement, every single Israeli tank was hit! Against the odds, Israel routed the Egyptians by implementing speed, surprise, improvisation and a willingness to take risks that Egypt would never dare. Credits: Middle-Eastern Duet Worship Song in Arabic & English ("DAVID DANCED") Military Cinematic Army Marching Drums Epic BGM / Background Music by Florews The Entire Battle History of the Suez Crisis and Sinai Crisis (1956) Historic Slumber Gun Battle Sound Effects vfx Sound-Free Audio War Tension background music Stock Audio War for the control of the Suez Canal History of Israel/ Unpacked series Suez Crisis 1956 - Cold War DOCUMENTARY Kings and Generals Machar IDF Choir Fast, energetic music Halidon Music William Tell Overture Rossini Learn more at TellerFromJerusalem.com Don't forget to subscribe, like and share! Let all your friends know that that they too can have a new favorite podcast. © 2026 Media Education Trust llc

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R’ Dessler

Jul 31, 2020

30:41

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Dunash ben Labrat

Nov 28, 2021

28:37

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Mabit – R’ Moshe ben Yosef DiTrani

May 19, 2024

42:13

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Q&A: A Womans Role, Dogs & Granola Bars

Dec 28, 2025

1:36:18

🎙️ Dedicate a Shiur or Podcast Series: Opportunities available at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa 📍 About Yeshivat Ohr Somayach Located in the heart of Jerusalem, Ohr Somayach is a premier institution for young, English-speaking Jewish men. Whether you're new to Jewish learning or already proficient in Gemara and other original sources, we offer tailored programs to meet your needs. Q&A 0:00 What is a women's role in this world and how do they obtain Olam Haba? 8:32 Should a person be involved full time learning or be working and supporting Torah? 14:15 Can a person make a bracha when smelling perfume and cologne? 16:52 Why is Torah always emphasized as equal to all the Miztvot when there are other Miztvot that have the same reward? 24:22 Why do Rabbinical Miztvot like Hannukah have so many halachot and details? 31:56 Why do a lot of people not learn the Torah Temimah? 36:17 What is the bracha on a granola bar? 42:07 How does a person apply Ahavat Yisrael to a person that takes others away from Torah Judaism? 48:20 Why did the Chida write Shem HaGedolim? 53:39 Who divided the Tanach to parshas, chapters, verses, etc? 1:05:55 How can Hillel and Shammai say it would've been better that man should not have been created? 1:10:22 When a child becomes bar mitzvah is there a big change within a child that makes him into an adult? 1:15:55 Can a person learn a book where the author has a different hashkafa than himself or Yeshiva? 1:23:23 Can a person have a dog and are they good animals? 1:27:12 Why did the Gra put Hassidim in cherem? 1:35:53 Why do people have the custom not learn Hilchot Aveilut? (12-24-25) 📚 Discover the perfect program for you: 🌐 Visit: https://ohr.edu/study in israel 📱 WhatsApp: https://bit.ly/OhrRegister 📞 Call our program placement specialist: +972 52-312-5921 💬 Got Questions, Comments, or Suggestions? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at: [email protected] Produced by : Cedar Media Studios

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R’ Shlomo Alkabetz

Oct 26, 2025

27:58

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Litta 01 – Introduction to the World of Yeshivos

Aug 4, 2020

23:37

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Evolution VI – Man and the Dilemma of the Good

Jul 8, 2020

47:26

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Romema Day Care Tragedy

Feb 5, 2026

1:00:55

In this week's episode, we look at the recent tragedy in Romema where two children died in a day care. What concerning patterns did we see in the reaction to this event? What fundamental mistakes were made in the way things were handled? There is exciting news!! I have opened a non profit called, 'The Jewish History and Tanach Foundation'. You can now help me continue to create new and original content. Zelle: [email protected] Credit Card: https://thechesedfund.com/thejewishhistoryandtanachfoundation/support-r-wittenstein-s-tanach-and-jewish-history-project The Jewish History and Tanach Foundation is a registered 501-3c. EIN : 33-485 5627 Donor's Fund account number: 2642025 Nach Yomi: Join R' Wittenstein's Nach Yomi on WhatsApp. We learn a perek a day five days a week, with a nine minute shiur covering the key issues. Click here to join! For tours, speaking engagements, or sponsorships contact us at [email protected] PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS

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Litta 08 – Radin

Aug 6, 2020

1:08:07

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Ramchal

Jul 31, 2020

40:30

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Music 3: That's Not Music

May 8, 2019

31:05

How music's synthesis of the words and melody effects us.

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Music 1: Choosing What We Listen To

May 8, 2019

29:21

Music in Judaism, and our ability to choose what we listen to.

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The Stream of Torah Flowing From the Kodesh Kadashim

Jan 25, 2026

23:31

Delivered at the Torah Links building in Lakewood, NJ on 09/16/2025

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Q&A: Shana Rishona, Birth Control & Haskamos

Jun 10, 2025

1:37:36

Join us in Jerusalem for Ohr Samayach's Inaugural Yarchei Kallah event from July 7th to 9th, 2025! Featuring HaRav Yitzchak Breitowitz shlit"a & HaRav Asher Weiss shlit"a and more Click here for more information. Dont miss this one of a kind experience! ---------------------------------------------------- Dedication opportunities are available for episodes and series at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa Questions? Comments? [email protected] 0:00 thoughts on Shavuot 1:25 how different should shana rishona be to other years of marriage 6:30 why does the Torah want Shmita to cancel loans 16:10 how should we navigate our divine purpose today without any Neviim 27:50 is birth control evil, do some poskim permit it? 36:00 why dont we see women taking on the option of making a zimmun together 43:25 under what circumstances can Chazal make multiple drashot from one pasuk 47:15 to what extent should secular education be allowed 57:35 what was the curriculum of Shem’s yeshiva 1:00:00 why did there need to be different shvatim and what will their role be in the future 1:07:05 did people in chutzla aretz have to keep 2 days of Yom Kippur for not knowing when Rosh Hodesh Tishrei was declared 1:11:05 why did the rishonim write so much on Seder nazikim 1:19:25 origin of dikduk in lashon hakodesh 1:28:00 do any of the agricultural laws of Eretz Yisrael apply to produce in Chutzla Aretz 1:30:10 is the shmoneh esrei bracha taken from parashat kodshim 1:31:35 is tanning a problem of beged isha 1:32:50 are there problems with haskamas given to sefarim Yeshivat Ohr Somayach located in the heart of Jerusalem, is an educational institution for young Jewish English-speaking men. We have a range of classes and programs designed for the intellectually curious and academically inclined - for those with no background in Jewish learning to those who are proficient in Gemara and other original source material. To find the perfect program for you, please visit our website https://ohr.edu/study in israelwhatsapp us at https://bit.ly/OSREGISTER or call our placement specialist at 1-254-981-0133 today! Subscribe to the Rabbi Breitowitz Q&A Podcast at https://plnk.to/rbq&a Submit questions for the Q&A with Rabbi Breitowitz https://forms.gle/VCZSK3wQJJ4fSd3Q7 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/OhrSomayach/videos You can listen to this and many other Ohr Somayach programs by downloading our app, on Apple and Google Play, ohr.edu and all major podcast platforms. Visit us @ https://ohr.edu PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS

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Arizal – R’ Yitzchok Luria Ashekazi

Nov 10, 2024

35:16

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Litta 15 – Slabodka

Aug 7, 2020

25:43

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Evolution V – From Animal to Man?

Jul 8, 2020

42:47

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The G-d of History

Jul 8, 2020

45:40

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Rif

Feb 6, 2022

28:58

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Sfas Emes

Jul 31, 2020

37:22

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Chiddishei HaRim

Jul 31, 2020

45:28

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Tanya 02 – Perek 1

May 5, 2021

26:28

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Opposition to The Mussar Movement and R Menashe of Iliya as a Talmid of the Gra

Feb 18, 2026

53:25

In this week's episode, we look at the opposition to the Mussar Movement. What type of opposition was there initially, was this connected to the issue of Yeshiva curriculum? We also look at the issue of R Menashe of Iliya as a talmid of the Vilna Gaon. Why would one think he was a talmid of the Vilna Gaon? Why would one think he in fact wasn't? This week's episode is dedicated לעילוי נשמת קלמן נפתלי בן יעקב You can now help Rabbi Wittenstien create new and original content via our non profit 'The Jewish History and Tanach Foundation'. Your support and partnership is greatly appreciated. Zelle : [email protected] Credit Card : https://thechesedfund.com/thejewishhistoryandtanachfoundation/support-r-wittenstein-s-tanach-and-jewish-history-project The Jewish History and Tanach Foundation is a registered 501-3c. EIN : 33-485 5627 Donor's Fund account number: 2642025 Nach Yomi: Join R' Wittenstein's Nach Yomi on WhatsApp. We learn a perek a day five days a week, with a nine minute shiur covering the key issues. Click here to join! For tours, speaking engagements, or sponsorships contact us at [email protected] PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS

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R’ Moshe Alshich

Jan 19, 2025

33:44

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Q&A: Figs, Heretics & Daas Torah

Dec 7, 2025

1:34:06

🎙️ Dedicate a Shiur or Podcast Series: Opportunities available at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa 💬 Got Questions, Comments, or Suggestions? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at: [email protected] 📍 About Yeshivat Ohr Somayach Located in the heart of Jerusalem, Ohr Somayach is a premier institution for young, English-speaking Jewish men. Whether you're new to Jewish learning or already proficient in Gemara and other original sources, we offer tailored programs to meet your needs. 📚 Discover the perfect program for you: 🌐 Visit: https://ohr.edu/study in israel 📞 Call our placement specialist: +972 52-312-5921 🎙️ Dedicate a Shiur or Podcast Series: Opportunities available at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa Q&A 11-19-25 0:05 Can you take the figs that are on the trees at the Yeshiva and would you have to give Terumah and Maaser? 3:00 What is the difference between a Bas Kol, Ruach Hakodesh and Nevua? 7:00 What is the halacha regarding asking someone for forgiveness for speaking lashon hara about him? 10:42 How did the Tanna R'Elisha ben Avuha become a heretic and was it possible for him to do a teshuva? 21:33 Is the average person under the haschaha pratis or haschaha klalis? 29:47 What is Daas Torah and why should we go to them for life advice? 40:32 How to differentiate between a valid opinion and a heretical one? 43:50 How to understand the passages in the Gemara that says that certain Rabbis attribute their greatness in Torah to seeing a great Rav of the previous generation? 48:30 How was Rebbi allowed to write down the Oral Torah? 55:06 Why don't Yeshivas teach Jewish philosophy such Moreh Nevuim and Kuzari? 59:55 When Mashiach comes do bechorim become Kohanim? 1:06:25 Are Goyim able to build the Beit Hamikdash? 1:08:25 If you daven a different nusach than the tzibbur and they don't have a siddur with your nusach should you daven from memory or daven the nusach of the tzibbur? 1:13:35 There are certain communities that only follow the Halacha of the a certain Rav like the Rambam or Gra exclusively. Is it proper to follow a single Rav's Halacha even if goes against the mainstream Halacha? 1:19:30 Gemara speaks highly about tefillah, but also says that a person shouldn't daven for a long period of time. How can we answer this contradiction? 1:22:10 Can a person have a girlfriend if she makes him have a stronger connection to Judaism? 1:24:33 There a some concepts in Kabbalah that seem very similar to other religions. Is it possible that other religions were influenced by Jewish Kabbalah? 1:29:48 Does Hashem answer our prayers before we daven? Email us at: [email protected] PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS

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The Hope to Return: TFJ The Birth of Israel

Jan 24, 2021

21:35

The dream to return to the homeland and the challenges of Israel’s early settlers in the late 1800s. Visual Credits: Titus Arch: www.bnaibrith.ca, Photo of Kite: Unsplash, Squeezing citrus: courtesy of Pexels.com Pouring wine: courtesy of Pexels.com, Edmund De Rothschild: courtesy of Ramat Hanadiv, Picture of Laurence Oliphant care of FOZmuseum.com, Carmel historical photographs courtesy of Wikimedia commons, “Jews at the Western Wall 1870” Photo credit: Félix Bonfils (1831-1885). Audio Credits: Little Kite sung by Abie Rotenberg & Avrumy Kalter permission form producer Sheya Mendlowitz Find Video Episodes at https://www.youtube.com/user/hanochteller Learn more at TellerFromJerusalem.com © 2021 Media Education Trust llc

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Rav Shrira Gaon

Sep 6, 2020

28:57

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R’ Avrohom ben HaRambam

Nov 22, 2020

32:57

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R’ Saadia Gaon

Dec 20, 2020

43:51

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R’ Hai Gaon

Jan 10, 2021

36:28

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R’ Yehudah HaChasid

Oct 17, 2021

41:24

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Rambam

Jul 31, 2020

50:28

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Aruch LiNer

Jul 31, 2020

43:16

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Rashba

Feb 12, 2023

38:02

Delivered Motzei Shabbos Parshas Mishpatim 5783 Shiur is sponsored l’eilu nishmas פעסל בת נחמן And l’refuah sheleimah יהודה אריה בן צירל

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Secular Dates in Halacha and Hashkafa

Jan 2, 2026

47:17

Delivered for the Passaic Clifton Community Kollel Yarchei Kallah 1/1/2026

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R Menashe of Iliya - His Reputation and His Second Marriage

Jan 29, 2026

1:02:59

In this week's episode, we look at how R Menashe of Iliya's reputation was seen by the Gedolai Lita as we can see from careful reading of the Haskomos. We also look at the issue of when one should respond to outside ideas. We also look at his second marriage and how it differed in many ways from his first marriage, and we similarly see how he coped with significant difficulties. There is exciting news!! I have opened a non profit called, 'The Jewish History and Tanach Foundation'. You can now help me continue to create new and original content. Zelle : [email protected] Credit Card : https://thechesedfund.com/thejewishhistoryandtanachfoundation/support-r-wittenstein-s-tanach-and-jewish-history-project The Jewish History and Tanach Foundation is a registered 501-3c. EIN : 33-485 5627 Donor's Fund account number: 2642025 Nach Yomi: Join R' Wittenstein's Nach Yomi on WhatsApp. We learn a perek a day five days a week, with a nine minute shiur covering the key issues. Click here to join! For tours, speaking engagements, or sponsorships contact us at [email protected] PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS

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Tanya 138 – Igeres HaTeshuva, Perek 9

Feb 13, 2026

25:13

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Shitah Mikubetzes – R’ Betzalel Ashkenazi

Sep 8, 2024

33:06

Delivered in YGW Motzei Shabbos Shoftim 5784 Shiur is sponsored l’eilu nishmas פעסל בת נחמן And l’refuah sheleimah יהודה אריה בן צירל

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Back to Litta 13 – At the Kever Achim in Kelm

Aug 6, 2024

2:30

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Eretz Yisroel 14 – The Seforim of the Ramchal

Aug 31, 2025

20:26

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Eretz Yisroel 06 – The Aliyah of the Talmidei HaGra

Aug 31, 2025

17:27

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R’ Chaim Vital

Feb 16, 2025

27:51

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Q&A: Trump Gaza, Woman Leadership & Plastic Surgery

Feb 9, 2025

1:49:32

🎙️ Dedicate a Shiur or Podcast Series: Opportunities available at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa 💬 Got Questions, Comments, or Suggestions? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at: [email protected] 📍 About Yeshivat Ohr Somayach Located in the heart of Jerusalem, Ohr Somayach is a premier institution for young, English-speaking Jewish men. Whether you’re new to Jewish learning or already proficient in Gemara and other original sources, we offer tailored programs to meet your needs. 📚 Discover the perfect program for you: 🌐 Visit: https://ohr.edu/study in israel 📱 WhatsApp: https://bit.ly/OSREGISTER 📞 Call our placement specialist: +1-254-981-0133 🎧 Subscribe to Rabbi Breitowitz Q&A Podcast: Don’t miss out! https://plnk.to/rbq&a 📝 Submit your questions for Rabbi Breitowitz: https://forms.gle/VCZSK3wQJJ4fSd3Q7 📺 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Explore more videos here: https://www.youtube.com/c/OhrSomayach/videos (2-5-25) 00:28 – Introduction: The Bracha of the rain and Trump’s declaration of a Gaza occupation 04:30 – If you witness someone steal and he blames you, can you reveal that he was the one that stole? 05:48 – What is the source in the Torah for a constant obligation to learn Torah? 16:08 – What do you do when you have teshuvos with a couple different girsaos; two that are similar and one that is quite different—what should one do? 19:01 – Can someone kill an insect, hunt animals, or neuter animals? 30:58 – Is there any Halachic reason why a man cannot become a gynecologist? 37:58 – What are the limits of women’s leadership roles in Judaism? 42:37 – What is the Torah view of Freedom of Speech? 49:23 – What are the limits of how we can use our speech in debates with other Jews? 58:23 – Is it not true that the Dati Leumi movement allows for both religious observance and military service? 01:00:48 – Is one allowed to exercise on Shabbos? 01:01:38 – Are women allowed to learn Gemara? 01:12:08 – Is there an isur of plastic surgery or optional dental surgery? 01:16:58 – What’s pshat in the Rambam’s statement that angels have free will? 01:19:23 – How did we arrive at a place where Chassidish women have cosmetic surgery to do well in shidduchim? 01:23:28 – If one finds himself in a bad environment, how can he remain unaffected? 01:26:28 – What is the basis for the claim that the Mashiach will come by the year 6000? 01:33:28 – Can a mother teach a daughter Gemara? 01:33:53 – What is the role of Beged Ish in today’s age? 01:37:33 – Why do we value the opinions of historians who date the destruction of the first Beis Hamikdash differently than Chazal? 01:39:26 – How was Tanach canonized? 01:42:48 – What part of Megillas Esther was divinely inspired? 01:43:18 – If everyone has a Chelek in Olam HaBo, then why do I need a guarantee of Olam HaBo by learning Halachos every day? 01:44:38 – Is the whole Torah about being a good person? Note: Please do not watch or listen to this content on Shabbos or Jewish Holidays. 🎙️🎥 Produced by: Cedar Media Studios 🌟 Join, subscribe, and share!

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Q&A – Reishit (5785)

Feb 11, 2025

58:15

#Israel Trip 2025 03:25 Vaping and Psychedelics 12:31 The Mitzvah to know Hashem 16:39 The extent of Kibbud Av V’Eim 20:35 Non-Religious relatives 23:42 Modern Orthodox 30:42 Getting married if you are not ready to have children 32:10 The “yeshivish” vs. the “Satmar” view on the State of Israel 36:18 Cults 42:21 Leisure… Continue reading Q&A – Reishit (5785)

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Rashi

Mar 27, 2022

39:58

Delivered Motzei Shabbos Mevarchim Nissan 5782. Shiur is sponsored l’refuah sheleimah פעסל בת צירל and יהודה אריה בן צירל

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Litta 09 – Grodno

Aug 6, 2020

14:08

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Evolution II – A Believer’s Doubts

Jul 8, 2020

41:30

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Aggadah I – The Textures of Aggadah

Jul 8, 2020

48:08

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Shlomo Malcha

Jul 31, 2020

36:15

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Litta 07 – Mir

Aug 6, 2020

14:25

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Litta 11 – Volozhin

Aug 7, 2020

46:24

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Litta 13 – Kovno, R’ Yitzchok Elchonon & The Dvar Avrohom

Aug 7, 2020

11:18

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R’ Yosef Chaim Zonenfeld

Jul 31, 2020

45:13

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Litta 21 – R’ Baruch Ber

Aug 7, 2020

1:42

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Can We Prove Our Beliefs

Jul 8, 2020

51:13

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James G. MacDonald – Tireless activist for the Jews and for the State of Israel: TFJ The Birth of Israel

Mar 10, 2021

11:31

FDR’s State Department, and the visa division in particular, headed by Breckinridge Long, adopted a policy of overt anti-semitism and kept the doors of the United States sealed to refugees whose life depended upon escaping Europe. MacDonald beseeched FDR to condemn the Nazi treatment of Jews to no avail. Find Video Episodes at http://www.youtube.com/hanochteller Learn more at TellerFromJerusalem.com © 2021 Media Education Trust llc

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Q&A- Vaping, Zionism & Roe vs Wade

May 8, 2022

1:47:34

00:00 Are we allowed to smoke or vape in a beis Midrash? 05:17 Why would Hashem design a system of impurity at all? 09:39 Ramchal describes a spiritual energy of each day, so does this mean that negative events that occur on those days interfere with the energies? 15:34 Why was the punishment of R Akiva’s students considered balanced in regards to their deeds (lack of respect to each other)? 23:55 In NACH there’s a concept of having a legitimate government, are anti-Zionist stories irrelevant? 37:27 How should we view the possible overturning of Roe V Wade? 45:46 Many of our great rabbis we’re holding in science and math, so for one seeking wisdom to satisfy the heart and the mind, is it better to dive into (one area of) Halacha or dive into astronomy and the like? 52:02 What happens to people who are alive when resurrection of the dead occurs? Will their bodies be the same? Etc. 54:55 How does the Rav suggest that we approach the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch when there are Halachos that may be confusing at face value? 57:30 What is in the power of a kli (a vessel)? Why do we need to use it to wash, etc.? 1:01:03 What should be our response to a Jewish state seemingly already being established? 1:06:47 During the times of the Sanhendrin, what were the laws surrounding illegal abortion? 1:10:35 What are the purposes and differences in Kaddishes, and further halachos? 1:18:44 Why is the mitzvah for having children only for men and the curse is on the woman? 1:23:40 If one is learning in Yeshiva and he hears the national siren, should he stop and stand in honor? 1:26:49 If you’re in an area with a lot of elderly people passing by, to what extent does one have to stand in respect? 1:29:37 How do we understand the Mishna in Pirkei Avos about our ages and the roles they entail? 1:34:26 When it comes to Tcheles (strand of blue in Tzitzis), why don’t we all wear it if the Halacha says to be more machmir and we have no downsides if it doesn’t make the tzitzis passul? 1:37:24 Does that decision rely on the Arizal? 1:39:04 If there’s no eruv, would fake tcheles be considered carrying? 1:39:56 What is the origin of the segula to daven for shidduchim at the kever of R' Yonoson Ben Uziel (aka Amuka)? 1:45:17 Why did the practice of putting Shivisi end in Ashkenaz? Produced by: Cedar Media Studios

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Q&A- Army Drafting, Black Hats and Types of Zionism

Feb 2, 2022

1:36:23

Would you like to sponsor an episode? A series? We'd love to hear from you : [email protected] https://podcasts.ohr.edu/ Visit us @ ohr.edu 00:00 Why are there state-nations now versus how there used to be tribes? 03:32 Will we ever be able to identify Amalek? 05:48 What is the halacha when people commit suicide? 11:20 What did people do before Rashi or Rabbeinu Tam tefillin? 17:16 When a reform rabbi and orthodox rabbi did a tour, a question was asked that if a Jewish student had one hour a week to either learn Torah with the reform Rabbi or watch HBO, what’s a better use of his time? 23:32 What if we said we will send haredim to the army if all Israelis had one mandatory year in Yeshiva? 32:36 What is the story with Miriam bas Bilga? 36:27 Which Gemara mentions kids only go by what they hear from parents? 36:46 How come the biggest intellectuals don’t come to accept Judaism? 41:13 How do we reconcile that Parnasa is variable when it is relatively predictable with a good job, etc.? 47:48 What about the 50th level of Tumah makes someone irredeemable? 49:30 Does din hamalchusa apply in Israel? 55:05 What will happen near end of days in terms of Gog UMagog? 58:52 Would Hashem reward Jews who went off the derech but became more involved (and successful) in scientific and/or philosophical achievement? 1:04:16 What is the definition of Zionism and why would a lot of Haredim be opposed? 1:11:01 How can we base the idea of not embarrassing someone off Tamar if it’s possible that she may not have been believed? 1:14:22 What other significant roles did Ezra play? 1:16:08 Did scrolls with Ksav Ivri become passul after the script changed? 1:17:08 What is the Rav’s view on Tikkun HaKlali? 1:19:00 What are some more views on Ezra and what is the authenticity of Torah scrolls older than the Dead Sea scrolls? 1:24:49 What message does a hair covering for women give? And what is the size of C’Beya? 1:29:39 Why do Jews wear suits and hats? 1:35:12 We don’t wear black on Shabbos, so why do we wear black hats? Produced by: Cedar Media Studios

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R’ Menachem Meiri

Oct 29, 2023

32:06

Delivered in YGW Motzei Shabbos Lech Lecha 5784 Shiur is sponsored l’eilu nishmas פעסל בת נחמן And l’refuah sheleimah יהודה אריה בן צירל

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Back to Litta 02 – Ponovezh

Aug 6, 2024

17:41

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Purim 5784 – The Power to Restart Again (Mesibah)

Mar 24, 2024

20:43

Delivered Purim night at the YGW Purim Mesiba

74

The Origin Of Fear And Anxiety

Nov 12, 2025

42:41

It may sound farfetched, but fear and anxiety are really just symptoms of laziness. Rabbi Stark explains how and why.

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Q&A: Civil Marriage, Soul & Day Trading

Apr 3, 2024

1:45:38

Dedication opportunities are available for episodes and series at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa Questions? Comments? [email protected] Yeshivat Ohr Somayach located in the heart of Jerusalem, is an educational institution for young Jewish English-speaking men. We have a range of classes and programs designed for the intellectually curious and academically inclined - for those with no background in Jewish learning to those who are proficient in Gemara and other original source material. To find the perfect program for you, please visit our website https://ohr.edu/study in israel whatsapp us at https://bit.ly/OSREGISTER or call our placement specialist at 1-254-981-0133 today! Subscribe to the Rabbi Breitowitz Q&A Podcast at https://plnk.to/rbq&a Submit questions for the Q&A with Rabbi Breitowitz https://forms.gle/VCZSK3wQJJ4fSd3Q7 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/OhrSomayach/videos 00:00 What is the relationship between the Sanhedrin and the Men of the Great Assembly? 12:27 What are the issues with recognizing civil marriages? 28:50 Why not make the blessings of shofar during the repetition of Mussaf if those are the mitzvah? 31:11 What is the purpose in the creation of subjective and objective repulsions? 35:44 Does shoresh neshama have to be positive phenomena? 45:38 Why do some mishnayos repeat between tractates? 47:36 Do we stand for a Rav during another Rav's shiur? 50:09 Why are there so many days without Tachanun, and why is it without prostration? 55:36 Why do kiruv rabbis argue against evolution instead of explaining the compatibility with the Torah? 1:04:14 How do we explain preserved humans dating before supposed year zero? 1:07:21 Is it permissible to work as a day trader? 1:12:46 How are we supposed to emulate God's anger? 1:19:45 How do we connect to the Biblical preoccupation with avoiding and combating avodah zarah? 1:24:51 Did the sea split for Yosef's bones or Nachshon ben Aminadav? 1:27:18 What is the source of the segulah to put havdalah wine all over the body? What did Vashti do that was so evil? How do we understand the idea of one language before Bavel? How did life get to America after the Flood? You can listen to this and many other Ohr Somayach programs by downloading our app, on Apple and Google Play, ohr.edu and all major podcast platforms. Visit us @ https://ohr.edu PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS

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Why Purim Absolutely Rocks (Adar II)

Mar 20, 2024

40:02

We all know Purim is just the absolute best, but its time we have a mature understanding of why and what opportunity the day brings.

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Eretz Yisroel 10 – The Beis Yosef’s Shul

Aug 31, 2025

21:17

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Eretz Yisroel 05 – T’verya

Aug 31, 2025

12:41

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Q&A – Yeshivas Mir Summer Camp (5785)

Aug 17, 2025

1:07:40

00:46 Answering Controversial Questions in Public 03:07 Why is the Yeshiva World Still Speaking Yiddish 06:03 Serving Hashem if Hashem has no Feelings 09:42 Getting Inspiration from Non-Jewish Influences 12:40 Focusing Only on the Positive 16:52 The Israeli Army 27:33 Burkas 33:04 Eilu V’Eilu 35:49 Personal Responsibility or Hashgacha Pratis 39:40 Getting Ready for… Continue reading Q&A – Yeshivas Mir Summer Camp (5785)

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TFJ Season 5 Episode 8 Strategic Impact Legislation with Rabbi Dr. Moshe Goldfeder

Jun 25, 2025

25:01

The assault on Jews in college campuses and even in front of synagogues mandates a firm reaction, especially in light of the fact that the government national and local has been quick to condemn, but has offered no other relief. Some bright Jewish minds have rallied on behalf of those under threat, relying primarily on title six of the Civil rights Act of 1964. So far these suits have not borne a huge harvest. Rabbi Dr. Moshe Goldfeder of the National Jewish Advocacy Center – and so much more – explains in this episode how he has expanded the tool box of ways to effectively protect Jews on and off campus. Credits: The Civil Rights Act Of 1964 Explained | This Day Forward | msnbc What Is Title VI Of The Civil Rights Act? - CountyOffice.org Rights groups slam Trump's anti-Semitism executive order Al Jazeera Live NOW FOX Trump threatens Harvard's tax status after $2B funding freeze New York Post Trump to take away Harvard’s tax-exempt status: ‘It’s what they deserve!’ Yeladim Sharim, Rebbe Alter Learn more at TellerFromJerusalem.com Don’t forget to subscribe, like and share! Let all your friends know that that they too can have a new favorite podcast.

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Eretz Yisroel 04 – The Decline of the Old Yishuv

Aug 31, 2025

15:59

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R’ Yosef ben Lev

Aug 31, 2025

30:22

Delivered in YGW Motzei Shabbos Shoftim 5785 Shiur is sponsored l’eilu nishmas פעסל בת נחמן And l’refuah sheleimah יהודה אריה בן צירל

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Q&A: Omens, Human Sacrifice & Elul in Our Times

Sep 9, 2025

1:27:47

Sponsored by Mark and Tammy Friedman and family in memory of the 1st yartzeit of their father Marshall Friedman, Mutyah Yechezkel ben Shimon. 🎙️ Dedicate a Shiur or Podcast Series: Opportunities available at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa 💬 Got Questions, Comments, or Suggestions? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at: [email protected] 📍 About Yeshivat Ohr Somayach Located in the heart of Jerusalem, Ohr Somayach is a premier institution for young, English-speaking Jewish men. Whether you’re new to Jewish learning or already proficient in Gemara and other original sources, we offer tailored programs to meet your needs. 📚 Discover the perfect program for you: 🌐 Visit: https://ohr.edu/study in israel 📞 Call our placement specialist: +972 52-312-5921 0:00 why do we allow Cohanim to duchan given the psak of Moshe Feinstein for a convert married to a cohen 5:50 does Halacha require Israel to release many of their prison inmates who were not convicted al pi halacha 13:40 how do we decipher bad simanim such as eating vinegar on Rosh Hashana 17:40 how is it that the planet sustains itself and yet is also damaged by what we do to it 23:05 addressing family problems privately vs publicly 28:55 can we learn from avraham, Yaakov, and David that silence is the best response to harsh outcomes 34:14 do we have a definite list of mitzvot that are purely chok 36:00 does the akedah teach us that human sacrifice is wrong 41:10 why is it important to attend Jewish philosophy classes here 44:00 does a phone that has a Torah app open allow you to rest it atop comparable sefarim to the one on the phone 46:40 is there utility to writing tehilim verses in a comic book 48:45 what were the steps between scribes and the modern printing press for sefarim 52:30 why is there no Gemara on perkei avot 56:00 can puberty blockers be given to special needs kids to prolong their cuteness so they receive more care and attention 1:00:35 how to avoid prohibiting things under the assumption of being magical that may later be discovered to have a scientific basis 1:06:50 what is the issue with the book The Making of a Gadol 1:13:10 why was it more dangerous for the Jews in the midbar to get a Brit Milah than Avraham who was an old man 1:16:30 how should the current generation learn about Elul in contrast to earlier ones where fear was more real 1:20:15 does one have to stop an audio shiur whenever passing by garbage on the street 1:21:50 how has the medical process of circumcision changed since its inception 1:24:20 should one engage with mysterious science Q&A 9-3-25 Email us at: [email protected] PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS

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Q&A: Gehenom, Non-Jews & Litvaks

Jul 21, 2025

1:23:26

Episode generously dedicated by Anonymous lrefuah shelaima דנה דניאלה בת סוניה and for the safety of Eretz Yisroel and Jewish People everywhere. 🎙️ Dedicate a Shiur or Podcast Series: Opportunities available at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa 💬 Got Questions, Comments, or Suggestions? We’d love to hear from you! Email us at: [email protected] 📍 About Yeshivat Ohr Somayach Located in the heart of Jerusalem, Ohr Somayach is a premier institution for young, English-speaking Jewish men. Whether you’re new to Jewish learning or already proficient in Gemara and other original sources, we offer tailored programs to meet your needs. 📚 Discover the perfect program for you: 🌐 Visit: https://ohr.edu/study in israel 📞 Call our placement specialist: +972 52-312-5921 0:00 Explanation of pardes 2:35 is there a halachic basis for tucking out tzitzit as being gaivadic 4:50 what is gehenom like, does saying Kaddish do anything for a neshama that’s already in olam haba 15:45 who is qualified to receive nevuah, are gerim eligible 21:45 what Torah laws are assur for goyim to keep, are they allowed to enforce halachic observance on Jews 30:00 since limud Torah is so excluded, why are women excluded and why are there discrepancies in learning talent 40:00 what criteria did Hashem use for selecting Bilam and Moshe 45:50 how do kiruv leaders of Jewish co-ed camps best maintain their shomer einayim and kedusha onsite 56:20 can you explain the vilna gon in saying that Torah will strengthen midot 1:00:40 why did Rav Ovadia matir heter mechira given that it is assur for non-Jews to own land in Eretz Yisrael 1:04:25 can you explain the recent daf yomi gemera instructing the right way to learn Torah 1:10:00 may Benei Torah maintain close friendships with non-Jews, does the sin of intermarriage apply to non-Jews 1:13:50 advice for Baal tshuvas struggling in conformity within the litvish system 1:18:40 is there anything going on today like a student initiative in Harvard 40 years ago in which married frum couples invited non religious students to their Shabbat meals 1:20:35 what’s the Halacha if a Jew is forced to do avodah Zara and he does so without kavanah (7-9-25) PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS

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Q&A: Mamdani NYC, Chevron & Goyish Music

Nov 15, 2025

1:37:37

🎙️ Dedicate a Shiur or Podcast Series: Opportunities available at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa 💬 Got Questions, Comments, or Suggestions? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at: [email protected] Q&A 11-5-25 0:00 The Gemara says there is a kosher way to have any enjoyment in the world. How does that apply to the sin adultery? 1:40 Where will be the safest place to be during the war of Gog HaMagog? 8:55 If the Torah is infinite how can it be confined to a Sefer Torah/Tanach/Gemara which are finite? 15:05 Does Hashem care if we follow every intricate detail of the halacha? 29:35 If all blessing for the world comes through Shabbos, how do those who don't keep Shabbos receive that blessing? 31:27 Why are some poskim against wearing Sheitels? 38:40 Why do people need to daven? Many Jews and gentiles who don't pray are still successful, and it seems that the overall success rate is relative the same between someone who davens and someone who does not. 42:35 What does that mean that Eliyahu Navi didn't die? 46:10 What is the Jewish perspective on exercise? 49:12 Why does Hashem give us test that he knows we will not be able to pass? 51:21 Does bitachon mean only good things happen when you trust in Hashem? 55:37 In Iggeret Haramban, it says to honor wealthy person? Why? 1:00:52 How to advise a woman who becomes depressed during and after pregnancy? 1:04:13 How to look at and perceive the mayoral election in NYC? 1:08:16 Are the Avot considered the bnei Noah and can a Kohen go to Kever Machpelah? 1:13:03 Why do we hold the Akedat Yitzchak in such high regard, when it is just simply a command of Hashem? 1:14:10 Does Rabbi have any word about the passing Rabbi Ezra Neuberger ZT'L? 1:16:15 Is it good for the Jewish people to have a uniform? 1:22:00 Why do some people have long beards, but have short peyot? 1:24:00 Where does the concept of cutting a child's hair at 3 years old come from? 1:28:15 Does the concept of a "goyish" style of music exist, and if so, why and how does it work? 1:34:05 Can we learn from Avraham's battle with the five Kings that when we have close friend in trouble that doesn't involve us that we should involve ourself to help them? 📍 About Yeshivat Ohr Somayach Located in the heart of Jerusalem, Ohr Somayach is a premier institution for young, English-speaking Jewish men. Whether you're new to Jewish learning or already proficient in Gemara and other original sources, we offer tailored programs to meet your needs. 📚 Discover the perfect program for you: 🌐 Visit: https://ohr.edu/study in israel 📞 Call our placement specialist: +972 52-312-5921 Email us at: [email protected] PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS

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Q&A – Reishit (5786)

Dec 7, 2025

1:07:11

#Israel Trip 2025(b) 06:34 Recollections of Rav Jay Marcus 07:53 Challenges of the present and past 12:19 How much of our Emunah is because of parents and how much is because of our own discoveries 21:11 Fundamentals of Emunah 26:21 Depths of belief 32:18 Uncertainty in Emunah 34:03 Bitachon and Hishtadlus 39:50 Science and Torah 47:43 Practical advise to strengthen Emunah 50:44 The future of Jewry in the diaspora 55:20 Values of the general society 59:17 When parents have different values 1:01:58 Challenges and Opportunities of the modern world

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Yesod Ha'Afar Is Not Laziness

Nov 25, 2025

42:10

Very nice that "yesod ha'afar" is not laziness but what is it and how does the differentiation practically affect my life?

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Q&A: Government Aid, Dogs & The Yanuka

Nov 24, 2025

1:47:55

🎙️ Dedicate a Shiur or Podcast Series: Opportunities available at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa 💬 Got Questions, Comments, or Suggestions? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at: [email protected] 📍 About Yeshivat Ohr Somayach Located in the heart of Jerusalem, Ohr Somayach is a premier institution for young, English-speaking Jewish men. Whether you're new to Jewish learning or already proficient in Gemara and other original sources, we offer tailored programs to meet your needs. 📚 Discover the perfect program for you: 🌐 Visit: https://ohr.edu/study in israel 📞 Call our placement specialist: +972 52-312-5921 Q&A 11-12-25 0:05 During the 9th month of pregnancy, it is the minhag for the husband to open the Aron Hakodesh. What is the source of this minhag? 3:10 In some Shuls the Aron Hakodesh is not in the same direction as the Beit Hamikdash, so in which direction should he daven? 6:25 Why is a black hat and jacket such an important uniform for some communities? 10:00 Is it allowed to live in the Judah Samaria area of Israel? 12:12 Why does Yeshivah put such a strong emphasis on Gemara? 16:40 What is meant by the statement that all the tragedies that occurr is because of the loss of the Beit Hamikdash? 23:10 Why don't religious Jews have dogs? 27:50 In Gemara Makkot it says that the 365 negative commandments in corresponding to 365 days in a year. Why did Hashem choose to link the commandments to a solar calendar, which we do not use? 33:37 How to love a fellow Jew who spreads lies of about the Jewish people? 41:15 Does a person have to work for a living when Mashiach comes? 45:32 What is the Halacha regarding Jews living on government assistance, for example Food stamps, medicaid, receiving help with heating/cooling costs, etc? Is it OK temporarily rely of government assistance or is it better to rely on our own communities when we need help? 51:45 It says the following generations will be on a lower level than the previous ones. Does this concept apply to Goyim? 55:05 Does Divine Providence apply to Goyim and is it similar to the Divine Providence that the Jews receive? 1:00:40 What does it mean when Chazal says "without Divine assistance we would not able to overcome our evil inclination"? 1:03:40 When Gedolim attribute tragedies to a certain reason how should we relate to this? 1:07:15 It says, R'Yochanan Ben Zakkai would always greet people first, even Goyim, should we be emulating this character trait? 1:09:40 Why do we sometimes suspend the rules of Torah in a time of crisis if the Torah is suppose to be perfect? 1:14:02 According to Halacha is it allowed to give capital punishment to a terrorist? 1:20:15 Is it good to go to the Mikveh on Erev Shabbat? 1:21:15 The Gemara says, that every blade of grass has angel that is station to hit it so that it will grow. Why does the blade of grass need an angel? 1:25:10 Is it possible to stop bullying? 1:31:00 What is the Rav's opinion on the Yanuka? 1:34:00 What is tumah and their applications? 1:39:40 Why are we bounded to the Shulchan Aruch and are not able to follow other Rishonim? 1:43:20 Why do we follow the Talmud Bavli over the Talmud Yerushalmi? Email us at: [email protected] PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS

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TFJ Season 5 Episode 17 The Leadup to the Sinai Campaign, Part Two

Nov 19, 2025

19:40

After Israel's stunning and unpredictable victory (especially from the Arab perspective) in the War of Independence, there was a colossus of bruised pride in the Arab World. To answer the heretofore imponderable, "How could Israel have been victorious?" a narrative emerged, "We did not lose because Israel was strong, but rather because our leaders were weak." The search began for strong military men who could restore Arab dignity, and the undisputed rising star was Colonel Gamal Abdel Nasser of Egypt. Nasser was a pan-Arabist who maintained that Arabs were born for greatness and should have had one of the most enduring empires, had they not been victims of colonialism. A Soviet shift in the 1950s pushed them from allies of Israel to adversaries. President Eisenhower, with the very strong support of his Secretary of State, John Foster Dulles, decided to be stronger aligned with the Arab side in the conflict. Credits One For Israel "DAVID DANCED" Snare Drum Solo Larry Salzman "Legionnaire" by Scott Buckley AP Archive April 23, 2003 Saddam Walk Around  Yasuichi Kobayashi Radio Cairo Sound Effects for Free: Goal !!! Norwegian Baron: Russian Federation (1991-) Military March "To Serve Russia" Framesticker: The Benny Goodman Orchestra - Sing Sing Sing (With a Swing) Syria 1949 – How the CIA Rewired a Nation Historical Documentaries: Nasser: Power, Pan-Arabism And Legacy Of A Leader The War for Control of the Suez Canal | History of Israel Explained | Unpacked Learn more at TellerFromJerusalem.com Don't forget to subscribe, like and share! Let all your friends know that that they too can have a new favorite podcast. © 2025 Media Education Trust llc

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(I Just Wanna) Sing From My Brain

Jan 1, 2026

36:52

Everyone is very busy with the "heart" and how they "feel" about everything but the brain might just be what should really dictate our actions.

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Q&A: Negiah, Kabbalah & Smartphones

Nov 10, 2025

1:23:30

🎙️ Dedicate a Shiur or Podcast Series: Opportunities available at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa 💬 Got Questions, Comments, or Suggestions? We'd love to hear from you! Email us at: [email protected] Q&A 10-29-25 Q&A: Negiah, Kabbalah & Smartphones 0:00 Why don't we mention the sins/mistakes of modern Gedolim? 5:55 When a person speak lashon hara does he receive all of the sins of the person he spoke lashon hara about? 6:50 What's is the extent and details of the prohibition of shomer negiah? 15:09 How was it morally correct for the Israelites to conquer the land the Canaan from the Canaanite's? 29:40 Why is it when you daven you are required to wear shoes, but when Moshe was at the burning bush he was told to remove his shoes because he was in a holy place? 33:02 Mishnah in Pirke Avot says Hashem created tens things on erev Shabbat. Why did Hashem create them at that time? Why was Bilam's donkey created and this seems to contradict the Rambam who says the whole episode was a prophecy and not an actually occurrence? 37:20 Why is there so many different opinions regarding the resurrection of the dead? 46:10 Why do we daven silently today? 50:40 Why has it changed today that we are more open to learning the hidden parts of the Torah, when there was a reluctance in the engagement of this knowledge in the previous generations? 58:00 When a person die his marriage is severed and his wife is allowed to marry someone else. How would this apply during the resurrection of dead, will a person marry his same wife and what would happen if his wife married someone after he passed in his previous life? 1:01:00 Why is it that when the Kohen Gadol davens on Yom Kippur it seems he prays for trivial things during the auspicious time? 1:05:02 Why is it do we still eat cholent and gefilte fish when we don't live in those countries where this tradition originated? 1:09:50 Why is the religious community so against smart phones even with filters, while they are accepting of laptops? 1:14:53 Is whistling allowed and is there a source that whistling summons demons? 1:17:47 Why was there a disagreement between Avraham and Sarah regarding what to do with Yishmael and why do we learn from their disagreement that the wife is always right? 📍 About Yeshivat Ohr Somayach Located in the heart of Jerusalem, Ohr Somayach is a premier institution for young, English-speaking Jewish men. Whether you're new to Jewish learning or already proficient in Gemara and other original sources, we offer tailored programs to meet your needs. 📚 Discover the perfect program for you: 🌐 Visit: https://ohr.edu/study in israel 📞 Call our placement specialist: +972 52-312-5921 Email us at: [email protected] PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS

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Exploring Kedushas HaBayis – How to Make Your Home a Haven Within Which our Children Flourish

Jan 19, 2026

40:14

Delivered for Machon Ora, Passaic, NJ on Motzei Shabbos 1/17/26. Introduction by R’ Aaron Cohen

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The Power of Ohr

Jan 19, 2026

17:25

Delivered in Khal Bloomfield Ave, Passaic, NJ on 1/18/26

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Q&A: Joining the IDF, Abarbanel & Hashkafic Psak

Jan 27, 2024

1:48:14

Dedication opportunities are available for episodes and series at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa Questions? Comments? [email protected] Yeshivat Ohr Somayach located in the heart of Jerusalem, is an educational institution for young Jewish English-speaking men. We have a range of classes and programs designed for the intellectually curious and academically inclined - for those with no background in Jewish learning to those who are proficient in Gemara and other original source material. To find the perfect program for you, please visit our website https://ohr.edu/study in israel whatsapp us at https://bit.ly/OSREGISTER or call our placement specialist at 1-254-981-0133 today! Subscribe to the Rabbi Breitowitz Q&A Podcast at https://plnk.to/rbq&a Submit questions for the Q&A with Rabbi Breitowitz https://forms.gle/VCZSK3wQJJ4fSd3Q7 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/OhrSomayach/videos 00:00 What are the priorities when the Torah is going from the aron to the bimah? 04:08 Would it be lashon hara to relate information on the public record? 08:01 Is it preferable, now in the war, to join a hesder yeshiva? 14:06 Why is there a controversy about using noble titles if there is a precedent from Abarbanel? 22:37 How do poskim decide what medical advice in the Gemara becomes halacha? 39:55 Would a landlord for AirBNB need glass and stainless steel, disposable, or just notify any potential renters? 41:58 What are the halachos of learning during the rchazaras hashatz? 49:27 Why did God need three signs if they all mean the same thing? 58:19 If incest is inherently bad, how could the entire world be the product of Cain, Seth, and their sisters? 1:00:48 Is someone who was davening before the minyan arrived considered part of the minyan? 1:04:04 Is it heresy to believe that God is bound by logic? 1:12:44 Why has the value of science changed in the Jewish tradition? 1:18:10 Is there psak by hashkafa? 1:26:58 Could the Rav share his favorite gedolim stories? 1:33:34 Is there a machlokes about whether Olam Haba or Olam Hazeh is the ikar? 1:35:56 What is ruach hakodesh? 1:38:10 Is it idolatry to believe Jesus was the Moshiach, so long as one believes he was not God? 1:41:08 Why did the canonization of Torah end when it did? 1:42:00 Is it heresy to say that a mitzvah no longer applies? 1:43:23 If a hashkafic point was accepted by most communities, can one still disagree without being a heretic? 1:45:23 Does that apply to halachic opinions as well? 1:46:59 Is it true that the Chazon Ish said that it is better to die than join the IDF? You can listen to this and many other Ohr Somayach programs by downloading our app, on Apple and Google Play, ohr.edu and all major podcast platforms. Visit us @ https://ohr.edu PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS

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Connecting The Dots (Beshalach)

Jan 30, 2026

57:43

The beauty of a song lies in connecting its highs, lows, and flow. Rabbi Stark explains how Az Yashir represents the connection of our past, present, and future.

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Access Unlimited (Shovavim III)

Feb 5, 2026

37:29

The challenge of our generation boils down to one idea—unlimited access. Rabbi Stark discusses how to navigate the fact that everything and everyone is just one click of a button away.

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What Went Wrong in Gan Eden. Rambam and R. Dessler on Etz Ha Daas

Feb 17, 2026

45:09

Having received his Ph.D. in mathematical logic at Brandeis University, Rabbi Dr. Dovid Gottlieb went on to become Professor of Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University. Today he is a senior faculty member at Ohr Somayach in Jerusalem. An accomplished author and lecturer, Rabbi Gottlieb has electrified audiences with his stimulating and energetic presentations on ethical and philosophical issues. In Jewish Philosophy with Rabbi Dr. Gottlieb, we are invited to explore the most fascinating and elemental concepts of Jewish Philosophy. https://podcasts.ohr.edu/ [email protected]

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Q&A – Yeshivas Mir Summer Camp (5784)

Aug 25, 2024

1:29:30

00:56 Gedolim in their youth, The Making of a Gadol 06:30 How does someone get and choose a rebbe? Following a rebbe. 14:30 When to compromise halacha for Darchei Shalom 16:31 Enjoying the summer while a war is going on? Relating to the tragedy of October 7th 23:00 Sitting and learning and having bitachon that… Continue reading Q&A – Yeshivas Mir Summer Camp (5784)

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Back to Litta 04 – The Vilna Gaon, R’ Chaim Ozer, Ger Tzedek

Aug 6, 2024

13:49

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Back to Litta 11 – Trakai – Karaaim, R’ Nochem

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