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Chanuka 5786 – Seeing the Light of the Oral Torah
Chanuka 5786 – Seeing the Light of the Oral Torah
Dec 12, 2025
49:23
Delivered on 12/11/12 at the Philadelphia Community Kollel. Video available here
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Q&A: Figs, Heretics & Daas Torah
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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Q&A – Reishit (5786)
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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Q&A: Government Aid, Dogs & The Yanuka
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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R’ Shlomo Alkabetz
R’ Shlomo Alkabetz
Oct 26, 2025
27:58
Delivered in YGW Motzei Shabbos Noach 5786 Shiur is sponsored l’eilu nishmas פעסל בת נחמן And l’refuah sheleimah יהודה אריה בן צירל
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Q&A: Negiah, Kabbalah & Smartphones
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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Infinite Wisdom
Infinite Wisdom
Dec 10, 2025
41:07
With Chanukah almost upon us, the Mashgiach explains how Yesod Ha'Afar is linked to Torah and the infinite wisdom contained within.
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Ramchal
Ramchal
Jul 31, 2020
40:30
Visit eshelpublications.com for more shiurim, live shiurim, seforim and more. For questions, comments, or for sponsorship opportunities email us at [email protected]
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Baal Teshuvah vs Tzadik Yesod Olam (Vayeshev)
Baal Teshuvah vs Tzadik Yesod Olam (Vayeshev)
Dec 12, 2025
48:49
The difference between the perspectives of Yosef and Yehudah and which one we should strive to emulate.
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Digging for the Wells of Torah (with Q&A) – Gush 5786
Digging for the Wells of Torah (with Q&A) – Gush 5786
Dec 7, 2025
1:01:52
#Israel Trip 2025(2) 13:44 Mending the rifts between different communities 17:54 Improving your Tefillah 22:43 Improving the world 26:12 Understanding difficult topics 32:47 When to compromise your values 35:19 Chareidi Hashkafa 37:10 Emotional Connection to Hashem 42:47 The Chareidi Draft 43:38 Reviewing vs. learning new material 49:37 Shevet Levi today
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Maharashdam – R’ Shmuel de Medina
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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The Permanence House of Yaakov (with Q&A) – Shalavim 5786
The Permanence House of Yaakov (with Q&A) – Shalavim 5786
Dec 1, 2025
1:00:58
#Israel Trip 2025(2) 24:12 Maintaining a sense of urgency without getting frustrated or jealous 28:16 Choosing a derech and tafkid 30:32 Lishma 32:13 Achrayis to the community 36:11 Having a rebbe after you leave yeshiva 38:31 Connecting with people from different communities 41:10 Learning machshava while in yeshiva 45:54 Seeing friendship between Rebbeim 47:44 Discussing Torah with non-Jews 53:30 Memories of Rabbeim
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Chanuka 5784 – Darkness of Yavan, A Disconnected World
Chanuka 5784 – Darkness of Yavan, A Disconnected World
Dec 7, 2023
29:00
Delivered over Zoom to the YU Kollel in LA. From the Ramban’s sefer – Toras Hashem Temimah
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Q&A – Machon Yaakov 5786
Q&A – Machon Yaakov 5786
Nov 27, 2025
1:06:01
#IsraelTrip 01:44 How does a Ben Torah view world events 05:01 Women wearing wigs 07:44 The role of Ezra in standardizing the Torah 14:32 Balancing Individuality and Community 18:23 The solution to the Chareidi army situation 27:42 The battle against physical and spiritual entropy 31:08 Is there a future for Jews in America 36:26 When a friend is dating a non-Jew 38:18 Devoting every minute our lives to Hashem 41:18 Is Israel the “Flowering of Redemption” 47:09 Fighting Antisemitism 51:56 What should someone is works all day learn 54:22 Relating to Gedolim with language and cultural Barriers 59:55 Moshiach
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Shitah Mikubetzes – R’ Betzalel Ashkenazi
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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Chanuka 5785 – Reawakening Our Yearning
Chanuka 5785 – Reawakening Our Yearning
Jan 3, 2025
21:09
Delivered in Aish Hatorah. Available to watch here #IsraelTrip
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Q&A- Chanukah Kavannos, Ohr HaGanuz, & Talmud Censorship
Q&A- Chanukah Kavannos, Ohr HaGanuz, & Talmud Censorship
Nov 27, 2021
1:47:12
Join Mentors Mission in Israel! A Booster We Can All Agree On! December 28, 2021 - January 2, 2022 Experience of A Lifetime At the Ohr Somayach New Bais Medrash Itinerary and Packages Available on our Website Vaccination within 6 months Required Limited Time Offer - Hotel Package (Hotel Bookings before November 28th Only) Register Now to Ensure Availability www.mentorsmission.com 718-644-9037 Where did the minhag of showing tzitzis out come from? 5:38 When mashiach comes will we have a unified Halacha? 8:45 What principles disqualify someone from olam haba? 15:14 What is the basis of hatred of Jews from Arabs? 20:00 What is the significance of mentioning the sons of Rav Pappa in a siyyum? 21:44 Why don’t we enunciate Hashem’s 4 letter name as we do other names? 25:12 Is a Jew that makes a lot of money and he’s generous, can he justify having fancy stuff? 31:42 Why is there so much evil and hashchasa when it comes to gender? 40:39 Is money won in poker (by a frum Jew) given to tzedaka clean? 48:00 Is thanksgiving assur for Jews to celebrate? 51:45 Why does the first bracha in birkas hamazon differ among Jews? 54:01 To what extent does Hashem listen to evil people or people of other religions? 1:00:08 Could someone give more than 20% ma’aser if they have the capacity? 1:02:30 Hashem keeps Torah, so how do we explain rain on Shabbat? 1:04:50 Why did the song yedid nefesh change? 1:09:08 In shidduch dating, how much leniency should someone have in hashgafa differences? 1:11:22 Why are there no other holidays about dedication of the Temple (such as Chanukah)? 1:13:44 What was the effect of the church’s censorship the Talmud? 1:16:00 Why don’t non Jews that Hashem speaks to in Torah narrative immediately believe in Hashem (over their own idols)? 1:17:39 What are the difference between animals and humans? 1:21:44 Why was King Shlomo allowed to have so many wives and how could some not be Jewish? 1:24:40 What is the “Ohr HaGanuz”? 1:25:57 What level of authority does the Saatmar Rav have on the matter of medinas Israel? 1:29:47 What is Kaf HaKelah? 1:30:48 What does the Torah say about whistleblowers? Should Jews be journalists? 1:33:14 Does a child from a woman who converted for marriage (but it was a “legal” conversion) have questionable Judaism? 1:35:26 What is the proper kavanna to have when lighting a menorah on Chanukah? 1:36:31 Is the book “garden of emunah” good for a Baal Teshuva to read? 1:38:01 Is it halachically permissible for a married couple to have a hyphenated last name or for a husband to take his wife’s last name? 1:42:14 Do goyim have a neshama? 1:43:25 Do all Jewish names have meaning / Ruach HaKodesh of parents? 1:46:40 When Shabbos is over we lose the special neshama, but if I don’t eat melava malka, do I still have it? Comments? Feedback? 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 ! Produced by:
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Q&A: Mamdani NYC, Chevron & Goyish Music
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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TFJ Season 5 Episode 18 The Leadup to the Sinai Campaign Part Three
TFJ Season 5 Episode 18 The Leadup to the Sinai Campaign Part Three
Dec 3, 2025
21:01
Egypt purchased state of the art weaponry from the Soviet Union that obliterated any balance of power between Israel and her Arab adversaries. Egypt would have the armament, it already had the desire, to wipe out Israel. Israel naturally turned to its trusted ally, the United States, but the days of Harry Truman were over. The new President, Dwight Eisenhower, together with his State Department which has traditionally been slanted against Israel, saw wisdom in aligning with the far more numerous Arabs. Israel desperately needed a friend that manufactured weapons, and that ally turned out to be France. France's primary motivation was the principle that the enemy of your enemy is your friend. FLN freedom fighters in Algeria were seeking freedom from France and they were armed and trained by Egypt. When Nasser nationalizes the Suez Canal and expels western managers, Britain and France know that they must act and their unlikely partner is Israel. Credits: Trailer Music Empire, String of Fire Epic History, Suez Crises Happy Coffee House, Paris Cafe Ambience with French Music for a Good Mood Sammy Burdson Timpani Roll Soundrise Music Ticking Tension Jedi Orchestra plays The Throne Room conducted by Andrzej Kucybała One For Israel "DAVID DANCED" 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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Q&A: Gehenom, Non-Jews & Litvaks
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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Chanukah 5782 – Menorah and the Yofi of Yefes
Chanukah 5782 – Menorah and the Yofi of Yefes
Dec 1, 2021
22:09
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Rosh
Rosh
Jul 31, 2020
31:18
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The Hope to Return: TFJ The Birth of Israel
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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Music 2: The Soundtrack Of Our Lives
Music 2: The Soundtrack Of Our Lives
May 8, 2019
32:48
How true "music" brings us full circle.
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Music 1: Choosing What We Listen To
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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AI – Hashkafa Vaad
AI – Hashkafa Vaad
Nov 5, 2025
41:27
Delivered at the YGW Shabbos retreat Motzei Shabbos Parsha Lech Lecha 5786
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Lessons from the Mamdani Election
Lessons from the Mamdani Election
Nov 13, 2025
56:34
In this week's episode, we discuss the election of Mamdani as Mayor of New York City. How surprising was his victory? What were the main factors in why he was elected? What were the main flaws of the Coumo campaign? What lessons can we learn from this? How concerned should we be because of his election? Are there any historical parallelisms to his election? 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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TFJ Season 5 Episode 17 The Leadup to the Sinai Campaign, Part Two
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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Vayeitzei – Finding Completion from Within (Mir 5786)
Vayeitzei – Finding Completion from Within (Mir 5786)
Nov 30, 2025
30:17
Delivered in the Mir Yerushalayim 11/24/25 #IsraelTrip
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Maharil – R’ Yaakov ben Moshe Levi Moelin
Maharil – R’ Yaakov ben Moshe Levi Moelin
Aug 27, 2023
29:59
Delivered in YGW Motzei Shabbos Ki Seitzei 5783 Shiur is sponsored l’eilu nishmas פעסל בת נחמן And l’refuah sheleimah יהודה אריה בן צירל
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Rashba
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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Never Trust Your Chambermaid: TFJ Birth of Israel
Never Trust Your Chambermaid: TFJ Birth of Israel
Feb 10, 2021
23:46
Hatikva is unique among national anthems. A maid employed by the French military found a memo in the trash in the German embassy in Paris with military secrets. The French Minister of War connected the document – despite not a shred of evidence – to a Jewish artillery captain, Alfred Dreyfuss, who subsequently was convicted of spying and denounced as a traitor. This set off anti-Jewish rioting, similar to blood libels, which also made no sense, but were lethal and costly for innocent Jewish victims. This was a tipping point for a reporter covering the trial named Theodore Herzl. Generous Baron Maurice de Hirsch refused to contribute to Herzl’s plan which he considered a fantasy. Eventually, as Daniel Gordis points out, this turned out to be a blessing in disguise for Herzl. “Better luck next time” wasn’t an option, and the need to improve resulted in Der Judenstaat. When things look catastrophic there is often a silver lining, case in point: The Auschwitz Protocols. As Dreyfuss languishes on Devil’s island, Emil Zola comes to his rescue by publishing, J’accuse. The most important work on sparking antisemitism, the fictitious Protocols of the Elders of Zion, finds an enthusiastic supporter and disseminator in America, car magnate, Henry Ford. Photo Credits: Vrba-Wetzler Memorial Auschwitz Fence – Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial, Jerusalem J’accuse headline – J’accuse by Gaumont Cover image Protocols Elders of Zion: Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial, Jerusalem Find Video Episodes at http://www.youtube.com/hanochteller Learn more at TellerFromJerusalem.com © 2021 Media Education Trust llc Audio Credits: Star Spangled Banner – USA Patriotism.org Hatikva sung by Enrico Massias Visual Credits: Picture of Rabbi Aharon Soloveitchik courtesy of YUTorah.org Picture of Albert Dreyfus – J’accuse! The History of the Dreyfuss Afair. This is Barris! – French History Dreyfuss Humiliation – J’accuse by Gaumont Picture of Le Petit Journal nili.org.il Blood Libel Illustration – Leo Baeck Institute – New York/ Berlin Find Video Episodes at http://www.youtube.com/hanochteller Learn more at TellerFromJerusalem.com
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Alter of Navordok
Alter of Navordok
Jul 31, 2020
44:52
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Rav Shlomo Kluger
Rav Shlomo Kluger
May 24, 2020
49:47
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Aruch LiNer
Aruch LiNer
Jul 31, 2020
43:16
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The Kotzker
The Kotzker
Jul 31, 2020
37:06
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Nevuah
Nevuah
Jul 8, 2020
38:47
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Hilchos Yichud
Hilchos Yichud
Jul 8, 2020
36:42
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Chanuka 5784 – Drawing Out the Potential Light of Torah
Chanuka 5784 – Drawing Out the Potential Light of Torah
Dec 13, 2023
39:59
Delivered at the new Torah Links building in Lakewood, NJ on 12/11/23
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The Origin Of Fear And Anxiety
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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The War of Gog U’Magog
The War of Gog U’Magog
Jul 2, 2025
32:08
Delivered 6/2025 at the Beis Medrash of Hancock Park
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Entering Har HaBayis
Entering Har HaBayis
May 29, 2025
42:24
Delivered in YGW, Memorial Day 2025
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Chanukah 5785 – Restoring the Original Light
Chanukah 5785 – Restoring the Original Light
Dec 26, 2024
30:18
Delivered in YGW 12/24/24
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Ba’al HaTanya
Ba’al HaTanya
Jul 31, 2020
53:45
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Chida
Chida
Jul 31, 2020
41:44
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Ibn Ezra
Ibn Ezra
Jul 31, 2020
41:18
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Matan Torah
Matan Torah
Jul 8, 2020
43:24
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Hesped for R’ Moshe Shapiro 5785 (Beis Yisroel)
Hesped for R’ Moshe Shapiro 5785 (Beis Yisroel)
Jan 28, 2025
38:39
#Israel Trip 2025
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Arizal – R’ Yitzchok Luria Ashekazi
Arizal – R’ Yitzchok Luria Ashekazi
Nov 10, 2024
35:16
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Eretz Yisroel 14 – The Seforim of the Ramchal
Eretz Yisroel 14 – The Seforim of the Ramchal
Aug 31, 2025
20:26
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Q&A: Iranian War, Investments & Seminary
Q&A: Iranian War, Investments & Seminary
Jun 26, 2025
1:40:36
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TFJ Season 2 Episode 27 Humiliating Others (1)
TFJ Season 2 Episode 27 Humiliating Others (1)
Jun 7, 2023
17:26
Teller From Jerusalem was horrified when a Google search for “public humiliation” rendered clips and even websites devoted to shaming others. The actual evil of public shaming has scant representation – even in an age where social media has made the humiliation of others instantaneous and ubiquitous. The first of our installments on this subject will focus upon how to avoid shaming others. In our discussion regarding revealing the former criminal behavior of someone who is now leading an ethical, law-abiding life, we will tangentially explore some recent literature of two who were rehabilitated and told their stories.
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What’s in It for Me
What’s in It for Me
Jul 8, 2020
32:28
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Tanya 01 – Hakdamas HaMilaket
Tanya 01 – Hakdamas HaMilaket
Apr 28, 2021
26:43
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The History of Chanukah Part 1 - Getting to the Greeks
The History of Chanukah Part 1 - Getting to the Greeks
Dec 14, 2022
47:23
Dedication opportunities are available for episodes and series at ohr.edu/donate/qa Questions? Comments? [email protected] 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 @ ohr.edu PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS
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Chanuka 5783 – The Light of Chanuka Reflecting Outward
Chanuka 5783 – The Light of Chanuka Reflecting Outward
Dec 20, 2022
30:01
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Q&A- Chabad, Mashiach & The Abarbanel
Q&A- Chabad, Mashiach & The Abarbanel
May 6, 2021
44:27
00:00 - Being paid for learning Torah according to the Rambam 9:58 - Why do we say in tefilla "I am Hashem" 11:02 - Chabad and Moshichists, Avoda Zara or misunderstood? Any problems halachically believing someone to be the moshiach? 23:30 - Is it a problem to sing yechi? 25:45 - Abarbanel on moshiach coming back from the dead 28:13 - Why did Rav Shach look down on Lubavitch? 32:50 - If theres a Moshiach in every generation how can moshiach be revived from the dead? 34:30 - Saying Hallel on Yom Yerushalayim? 38:00 - Is Chabad tefillin a halachic problem? 39:09 - Is it better to daven alone at the usual zman or to daven in a Chabad minyan that davens at an unusual zman? 43:00 - Selling chometz to a goy, how could that be a definite sale? A Project Of Ohr.Edu Questions? Comments? We'd Love To Hear From You At: [email protected] https://podcasts.ohr.edu/ (Produced by CedarMediaStudios Podcasting)
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Chiddishei HaRim
Chiddishei HaRim
Jul 31, 2020
45:28
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Evolution III – Challenges and Answers
Evolution III – Challenges and Answers
Jul 8, 2020
42:25
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R’ Dessler
R’ Dessler
Jul 31, 2020
30:41
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R’ Yitzchok Elchonon Spector
R’ Yitzchok Elchonon Spector
Jul 31, 2020
51:32
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Rabbeinu Tam
Rabbeinu Tam
Jul 31, 2020
51:07
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Rambam
Rambam
Jul 31, 2020
50:28
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Ramban
Ramban
Jul 31, 2020
35:43
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Zionism and the Holocaust
Zionism and the Holocaust
Jul 8, 2020
35:22
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Hungary & Prague 10 – The Maharal and the Golem
Hungary & Prague 10 – The Maharal and the Golem
Aug 9, 2020
19:58
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Litta 16 – Sugihara House
Litta 16 – Sugihara House
Aug 7, 2020
4:23
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The First Zionist Congress
The First Zionist Congress
Apr 28, 2021
19:47
TJF Birth of Israel Episode 12 For the first time in 2000 years Jews had gathered in one place to declare that they were no longer willing to be bystanders on the stage of world history. Representing all social strata and every variety of Jewish thought, 200 delegates convened to proclaim that the time had come to return to the Land of Israel. Learn more at TellerFromJerusalem.com © 2021 Media Education Trust llc
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Eretz Yisroel 13 – The Ramchal
Eretz Yisroel 13 – The Ramchal
Aug 31, 2025
17:16
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R’ Yosef ben Lev
R’ Yosef ben Lev
Aug 31, 2025
30:22
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Tosfos Rid – R’ Yeshaya HaZaken DiTrani
Tosfos Rid – R’ Yeshaya HaZaken DiTrani
Dec 24, 2023
31:59
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"Yom Kippur: Being Honest With Yourself" (OS Yomim Noraim Seminar)
"Yom Kippur: Being Honest With Yourself" (OS Yomim Noraim Seminar)
Sep 28, 2022
24:10
WATCH THIS & OUR OTHER YOMIM NORAIM / SUKKOS CONTENT AT https://ohr.edu/Tishrei/ Dedication opportunities are available for episodes and series at ohr.edu/donate/qa Questions? Comments? [email protected] 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 @ ohr.edu PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS
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Grounded In Bitachon (Vayishlach)
Grounded In Bitachon (Vayishlach)
Dec 5, 2025
54:48
By definition, Bitachon is the reliance on Hashem, so how is it possible to be truly "grounded" while also have complete and total bitachon in Hashem?
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Q&A: Free Will, G-dly Emotions & Rav Moshe Hauer zt"l
Q&A: Free Will, G-dly Emotions & Rav Moshe Hauer zt"l
Oct 27, 2025
1:22:40
🎙️ 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 Ohr Somayach Jerusalem program for you: 📞 Call our placement specialist: +972 52-312-5921 🌐 Visit: https://ohr.edu/study in israel Email us at: [email protected] 0:00 why are LED lights not ok on Shabbat for not being in the spirit of Shabbat? 7:30 do we have to be careful on Sun-Tues not to michshol secular Jews who don’t say havdala in being mehalal Shabbat mederabban? 12:10 how do you know when a thought is coming from the yetzer hara or yetzer tov? 18:20 would Hashem want one to interrupt his tefilahs when an ani approaches him for tzedakah? 24:35 do we assume that disputable hashkafas that became accepted became so according to divine will? 29:00 when or how did lashon hakodesh come into use? 35:20 that modern phsychology avoids classifying human behavior by a yetzer hara or tov 47:15 does Hashem have desires but not needs? 47:30 why is the lashon in selichot very challenging? 52:30 The Ramban’s view on the creation of matter? 54:10 is one held accountable for averahs that are beyond one’s bechirah? 55:00 what’s the idea behind the fact that the world survives on the merit of 36 tzadikim? 59:00 how did the avot metaken tefilot without a Sanhedrin? 1:02:50 regarding a maaseh in the Gemara about one half of a chavruta pair who decided to leave to make a parnaseh? 1:09:40 does G-d feel emotions and what does it mean for him to love? 1:13:20 why did Yehoshuah marry Rachav who used to be a prostitute? 1:16:45 did the Rav know Rav Moshe Hauer ztl? Q&A 10-22-25 PRODUCED BY: CEDAR MEDIA STUDIOS
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Yesod Ha'Afar Is Not Laziness
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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Tom Stoppard Is Dead – Parshat Vayishlach
Tom Stoppard Is Dead – Parshat Vayishlach
Dec 4, 2025
3:02
Stoppard was never remotely religious, but his unwitting world view was so Jewish. He summed up in his immortal line which could have been a quote from our sages: "Every exit is an entrance somewhere else." In 1972, Rabbi Yaakov Asher Sinclair opened SARM Studios the first 24-track recording studio in Europe where Queen mixed "Bohemian Rhapsody". His music publishing company, Druidcrest Music published the music for The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1973) and as a record producer, he co-produced the quadruple-platinum debut album by American band "Foreigner" (1976). American Top ten singles from this album included, "Feels Like The First Time", "Cold as Ice" and "Long, Long Way from Home". Other production work included "The Enid – In the Region of the Summer Stars", "The Curves", and "Nutz" as well as singles based on The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy with Douglas Adams and Richard O'Brien. Other artists who used SARM included: ABC, Alison Moyet, Art of Noise, Brian May, The Buggles, The Clash, Dina Carroll, Dollar, Flintlock, Frankie Goes To Hollywood, Grace Jones, It Bites, Malcolm McLaren, Nik Kershaw, Propaganda, Rush, Rik Mayall, Stephen Duffy, and Yes. In 1987, he settled in Jerusalem to immerse himself in the study of Torah. His two Torah books The Color of Heaven, on the weekly Torah portion, and Seasons of the Moon met with great critical acclaim. Seasons of the Moon, a unique fine-art black-and-white photography book combining poetry and Torah essays, has now sold out and is much sought as a collector's item fetching up to $250 for a mint copy. He is much in demand as an inspirational speaker both in Israel, Great Britain and the United States. He was Plenary Keynote Speaker at the Agudas Yisrael Convention, and Keynote Speaker at Project Inspire in 2018. Rabbi Sinclair lectures in Talmud and Jewish Philosophy at Ohr Somayach/Tannenbaum College of Judaic studies in Jerusalem and is a senior staff writer of the Torah internet publications Ohrnet and Torah Weekly. His articles have been published in The Jewish Observer, American Jewish Spirit, AJOP Newsletter, Zurich's Die Jüdische Zeitung, South African Jewish Report and many others. Rabbi Sinclair was born in London, and lives with his family in Jerusalem. He was educated at St. Anthony's Preparatory School in Hampstead, Clifton College, and Bristol University. A Project Of Ohr.Edu Questions? Comments? We'd Love To Hear From You At: [email protected] https://podcasts.ohr.edu/
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How Much Hashem Affects Our Decisions
How Much Hashem Affects Our Decisions
Dec 11, 2025
48:32
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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Eretz Yisroel 12 – Letters from Eretz Yisroel
Eretz Yisroel 12 – Letters from Eretz Yisroel
Aug 31, 2025
26:49
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Eretz Yisroel 08 – Tzfas
Eretz Yisroel 08 – Tzfas
Aug 31, 2025
14:43
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Q&A – Yeshivas Mir Summer Camp (5785)
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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Chanuka 5785 (Ohr Gedalyahu 2)
Chanuka 5785 (Ohr Gedalyahu 2)
Dec 18, 2024
15:54
From Ohr Gedalyahu Chanukah 4
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TFJ Season 4 Episode 11 Palestinian Refugees Myth and Fact
TFJ Season 4 Episode 11 Palestinian Refugees Myth and Fact
Aug 7, 2024
27:17
In the dialogues of today categories must be delineated so that they conform with: Critical Theory, Intersectionality and Identity Politics. What they all share in common is portraying Israel as the “Oppressor” or “Victimizer” and the Palestinians as the “Oppressed” or “Victims.” This emanates from the claim that with the creation of the State of Israel one million (which is mathematically impossible) Palestinian refugees were created. In the annals of history there have never been fourth generation refugees, but the Palestinians, and Arab countries, and – as this episode will expose – the United Nations Relief Agency UNRWA has a distinct agenda in promoting this narrative. TFJ is happy to set the record straight. 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. © 2024 Media Education Trust llc
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Baal Akieda – R’ Yitzchok Arama
Baal Akieda – R’ Yitzchok Arama
Jun 4, 2023
33:13
R’ Yitzchok ben Moshe Arama Delivered in YGW Motzei Shabbos Naso 5783 Shiur is sponsored l’eilu nishmas פעסל בת נחמן And l’refuah sheleimah יהודה אריה בן צירל
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R’ Menachem Meiri
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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Terumas HaDeshen – R’ Yisroel Isserlin
Terumas HaDeshen – R’ Yisroel Isserlin
Nov 19, 2023
30:41
Delivered in YGW Motzei Shabbos Toldos 5784 Shiur is sponsored l’eilu nishmas פעסל בת נחמן And l’refuah sheleimah יהודה אריה בן צירל (This shiur was revised 11/27/23 to add a short detail)
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R’ Yaakov Pollak
R’ Yaakov Pollak
Mar 31, 2024
38:58
Delivered in YGW Motzei Shabbos Tzav 5784 For more on R’ Yaakov Pollak and Polish Jewry, check out this recording, part of our Journey to our Past Series. Shiur is sponsored l’eilu nishmas פעסל בת נחמן And l’refuah sheleimah יהודה אריה בן צירל
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Welcome To Winter
Welcome To Winter
Nov 7, 2024
38:41
During the long winter is precisely when one needs to understand the value of perseverance and to not quit at the first sight of disinterest.
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Q&A: AI, Atheism by Trauma & The Omer
Q&A: AI, Atheism by Trauma & The Omer
May 5, 2025
1:16:17
Join us in Jerusalem for Ohr Samayach's Inaugural Yarchei Kallah event from July 7th to 9th, 2024! 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! ---------------------------------------------------- Episode dedicated by Harold and Gilla Saltzman in appreciation for the Torah learned from Rav Breitowitz over the years. 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! Q&A Timestamps 30 April 00:48 - Can a Jew go somewhere without sunset and sunrise such as the Arctic circle? 05:58 - The scientists say that the universe will end. Is there such an idea in Torah thought? 09:13 - Is it a Jewish concept to attach sentimental value to physical items? 12:43 - If you cross the international date line to the previous day would you daven again? 25:23 - How would you deal with someone who attacks Orthodox Judaism based on the behaviour of Jews? 28:40 - Does Judaism require that we look at the Torah as historical fact? 36:00 - What would be the status in Kashrus of something cooked entirely by a robot? 38:23 - Does putting one’s finger in his ear, nose or mouth require cleaning his hands before learning? 41:13 - And what about socks? 42:12 - What does it mean when Rishonim say L’Halacha v’Lo L’Maaseh? 46:23 - How do we understand refining oneself for a self-serving purpose? 53:25 - What if someone is an atheist based on trauma? 55:23 - Is one’s consciousness and his neshama the same? 56:20 - Should one be able to identify what mitzvah he is doing at each moment? 01:03:58 - Rambam says we should look at the maasim of Hashem to bring us to awe and love of Him. Does that mean we should study science? 01:08:53 - What is the best way to make use of the Omer period to prepare for Kabbolos HaTorah? 01:12:11 - Why do we discuss the difference between Magen Avraham and Gra for Sof Zman Krias Shema but not by Sof Zman Tefillah? 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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Q&A: Shana Rishona, Birth Control & Haskamos
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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Kabbalah and Me, Its History and Relevance
Kabbalah and Me, Its History and Relevance
May 30, 2025
57:32
Delivered 5/16/25 in Denver, CO
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Gevuros Hashem 02 – Hakdamah
Gevuros Hashem 02 – Hakdamah
Jan 15, 2023
33:34
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Gevuros Hashem 01 – Hakdamah
Gevuros Hashem 01 – Hakdamah
Jan 8, 2023
30:04
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The UN Confirms Statehood, Preparations for War Begin
The UN Confirms Statehood, Preparations for War Begin
May 4, 2022
24:19
TFJ: The Birth of Israel Series 2 Episode 5 The Partition Plan which would have enabled the creation of a Jewish State was not looking promising. The American State Department was adamantly opposed, dampening President Truman’s support. The Soviet’s were in favor of partition, which presented a rare opportunity as with the Soviets came their satellite countries. It would take Dr. Chaim Weizmann with all of his wisdom and charm to convince President Truman to vote for partition and put the United States’ weight behind it. After the motion for Jewish statehood passed in the UN, there was rejoicing in Israel and in Jewish communities throughout the world. The Arab reaction was a wave of lethal violence. The Yishuv began making hasty preparations for war. The Etzion Block in the Hebron hills south of Jerusalem was besieged by Arab guerrillas. A relief column of 35 of Hebrew University’s brightest students never made it to their comrades and were killed and mutilated by Khader el Husseini’s soldiers. Edited and Produced by Alex Drucker Learn more at TellerFromJerusalem.com Don't forget to subscribe, like and share! Let all your friends know they too can have a new favorite podcast. © 2022 Media Education Trust llc
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The State Department was Compelling Truman not to Recognize Israel, Someone Needed to get to the President.
The State Department was Compelling Truman not to Recognize Israel, Someone Needed to get to the President.
May 18, 2022
18:49
TFJ: The Birth of Israel Series 2: Episode 6 The Relief Column sent to the Etzion Block were buried in a hasty, shallow grave. When Israel liberated the Etzion area in the Six Day War the remains were brought to Jerusalem and miraculously identified. As the first stage of the War of Independence was not going well for Israel, there was fear that the United States would renege on its commitment to recognize the Jewish state upon the British withdrawal in May 1948. Harry Truman was not interested in listening to anyone regarding the Palestine question, until his old friend Eddie Jacobson opened up the door for Chaim Weizmann to speak with the president. Edited and Produced by Alex Drucker Learn more at TellerFromJerusalem.com Don't forget to subscribe, like and share! Let all your friends know they too can have a new favorite podcast. © 2022 Media Education Trust llc
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Truman’s Old Friend and Former Partner, saves the Day
Truman’s Old Friend and Former Partner, saves the Day
Jun 15, 2022
20:49
TFJ: The Birth of Israel Series 2: Episode 8 It is unlikely that had FDR been the president that he would have recognized Israel. Truman was the first to recognize the Jewish State 11 minutes after her independence had been declared. There are two primary reasons as to why Truman contradicted his State department on this thorny issue, but there is no dispute that were it not for quick-witted and loyal Eddie Jacobson, it would not have happened. Edited and Produced by Alex Drucker Learn more at TellerFromJerusalem.com Don't forget to subscribe, like and share! Let all your friends know they too can have a new favorite podcast. © 2022 Media Education Trust llc
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Israel’s Declaration of Independence
Israel’s Declaration of Independence
Oct 26, 2022
23:02
Declaring independence was a daring move, for Israel knew that the very declaration was an invitation to immediate war against five organized armies. Ben Gurion understood that it was now or never. Israel’s Declaration of Independence assured that Israel would be open for Jewish immigration, and for the ingathering of the exiles. It would foster the development of the country for the benefit of all inhabitants. It would be based upon freedom, justice and peace as envisaged by the prophets of Israel. It would ensure complete equality of social, religious and political rights to all of its inhabitants. TFJ also looks at the mystery and tension regarding the name that would be awarded to the new country.
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Q&A- Rome, University & Religious Government
Q&A- Rome, University & Religious Government
Nov 10, 2021
1:27:42
00:00 Rashi on Chumash seems to be based on Sod (Kabbala), but he said it’s pashut? 2:35 One of the reasons given for Yaakov’s crying over Rochel is that he wouldn’t be buried with him. Why is this significant? 5:47 Does prophecy affect free-will? 7:44 Considering that every Jew has a neshama, why do people not have an instant connection to Yiddishkeit? 11:36 How did Adam haRishon give Dovid haMelech 70 years of his life? Would he have been born if not? 17:17 Rome is from Eisav, but how could this be, genealogically? 22:35 In zmiros and davening, we seem to direct our requests to malachim rather than Hashem. Why is this? 30:57 Why can we say the names of certain angels but not others? 33:48 Why specifically tehillim for the sick and mishnayos for the dead that are read out? 35:25 Why can’t malachim understand Aramaic (prayers) of Hebrew is so similar? 42:40 Is this the reason for all of Kaddish in Aramaic, or just “ihay shmay…” 43:57 A lot of Modern Orthodox go to college/university. Is it better to increase a Jewish presence on-campus, or can this encourage people going to totally secular environment? 49:44 What does the Rav hold on people going into kiruv after yeshiva? 53:35 What is the best way to counter the notion that Judaism is restrictive? 1:01:05 Would it be ideal to have a fully religious government? 1:05:08 At one point is a secular/unknowing person who becomes aware of a halacha going to be chayav? 1:07:07 If other groups (eg Hindus & Catholics) insist split manifestations of HaShem isn’t Avodah Zara, how can we do things like praying in the zechus of a tzaddik or to a malach? 1:10:56 What is ‘Charedi dati leumi’ (Charda”l) ? 1:13:05 What are practical examples of being kiddush HaShem? 1:15:54 Should we still daven for the welfare of the state (al pi Pirkei Avos) if the government is bad for Torah? 1:19:43 Considering the low fatality does vaccination etc. regarding corona, is there a chiyuv to remove oneself from sakana? 1:22:49 What are arguments to present Reform/Conservative Judaism? 1:26:27 What is the concept of singing Shalom Aleichem/Eishes Chayil on Shabbos night? Comments? Feedback? 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 ! Produced by:
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Beis Yosef
Beis Yosef
Jul 31, 2020
43:36
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R’ Aaron Kotler
R’ Aaron Kotler
Jul 31, 2020
41:36
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Chanukah 5782 – Ohr Haganuz, Glimpse Of The Beyond
Chanukah 5782 – Ohr Haganuz, Glimpse Of The Beyond
Nov 30, 2021
25:31
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