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Elul 2: Listening To The Song Of Torah
Elul 2: Listening To The Song Of Torah
Sep 3, 2020
32:31
Elul stands for Ani L'dodi V'dodi Li and is all about creating a relationship with Hashem. Rabbi Stark explains how the best way to create this relationship is through the "song" of Torah.
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Elul 3: Being Alone In Yeshiva
Elul 3: Being Alone In Yeshiva
Sep 15, 2020
30:25
In order to do proper tshuvah it is imperative that we are alone. During this trying time of quarantine we are experiencing being alone like never before. But what is this idea of aloneness and why does it allow for proper repentance?
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Rosh Hashanah: An Opportunity For Greatness
Rosh Hashanah: An Opportunity For Greatness
Sep 16, 2020
37:32
Rosh Hashanah is the day on which the world—and everything in it—is judged, and it is therefore a very serious day. However, this fact also makes Rosh Hashanah the best time to take advantage of the wonderful opportunities Hashem affords to us.
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Yom Kippur: The Greatest Opportunity
Yom Kippur: The Greatest Opportunity
Sep 23, 2020
27:07
In last week's schmooze, the Mashgiach describes that if one understands that Hashem is the King they are afforded a great opportunity to connect with him. This week the Mashgiach explains how there is a level of connection even higher than that of King—that Hashem is our Father too. When one truly grasps this they are afforded the greatest opportunity of all.
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A Short Chizuk Before Yom Kippur
A Short Chizuk Before Yom Kippur
Sep 27, 2020
10:59
With Yom Kippur just a few short hours away, Rabbi Stark has some last minute thoughts to help ensure we make the most of the day's opportunities.
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Sukkos 1: One Family
Sukkos 1: One Family
Sep 30, 2020
27:17
After Yom Kippur, on which we proclaim Hashem as our Father and that we are his children, we almost immediately head into Sukkos. Of the main "avodas" of Sukkos is for Klal Yisroel to not just be children of Hashem, but rather to be children of Hashem—as one big happy family.
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Sukkos 2: Dancing With Depth
Sukkos 2: Dancing With Depth
Oct 2, 2020
28:58
While there is a mitzvah to be happy on every Yom Tov, Sukkos is the only Chag described as "zman simchaseinu." Sukkos inherently contains an additional level of simcha and the Mashgiach is here to tell us how one can tap into it.
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Sukkos 3: Taking Matters Into Our Own Hands
Sukkos 3: Taking Matters Into Our Own Hands
Oct 5, 2020
25:29
Continuing in the theme of the arbah minim, the Mashgiach goes into more depth as to what they represent and how, by taking them together—in our hands—we can access "koichos" not typically attainable by us.
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Simchas Torah: Getting In The Zone
Simchas Torah: Getting In The Zone
Oct 9, 2020
21:22
Simchas Torah is a Yom Tov when we celebrate the completion of the Torah—together. Although, on this Simchas Torah the celebrating may look very different, if we truly understand the greatness of the day we may be able to reach even greater heights than in previous years.
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Why A Yeshiva Is Called "Yeshiva"
Why A Yeshiva Is Called "Yeshiva"
Nov 4, 2020
33:29
Yeshivah Aderes Hatorah is finally back in session and the Mashgiach is at long last able to be giving his schmoozim in person. To commemorate this momentous occasion, Rabbi Stark examines the deeper meaning of the word Yeshivah and all that it represents.
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Investing In Our Learning
Investing In Our Learning
Nov 15, 2020
34:14
After discussing the importance of Yeshiva and the advantages it offers one who wants to truly grow in their learning, R' Stark focuses on how one properly invests in their learning.
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Recognizing The Good 1: Hakaras HaTov
Recognizing The Good 1: Hakaras HaTov
Nov 19, 2020
36:38
For the next few weeks, R' Stark dives deep into what he believes is the root of Yiddiskeit—creating a real relationship with Hashem. However, to form such a relationship, we must first understand and internalize the concept of Hakaras HaTov.
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(NEW SERIES) *FUNDAMENTALS* Sefer HaChinuch 1: Mass Revelation vs A Leap Of Faith
(NEW SERIES) *FUNDAMENTALS* Sefer HaChinuch 1: Mass Revelation vs A Leap Of Faith
Nov 23, 2020
37:14
In this new series—aptly named "FUNDAMENTALS"—Rabbi Stark goes through the hakdamos to various primary sources of Torah principles. This teaching style allows the audience, who are encouraged to follow along inside, to become more knowledgable and familiar with the foundations of our Torah belief. Rabbi Stark appropriately kicks off the FUNDAMENTALS series with the hakdamah to the Sefer HaChinuch, as it lists all of the Mitzvos and the "reasons" behind them. To follow along inside click HERE.
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Recognizing The Good 2: I Pay Tuition!
Recognizing The Good 2: I Pay Tuition!
Nov 26, 2020
37:49
Continuing in the theme of recognizing the good, Rabbi Stark expounds upon how Hakaras HaTov is not about saying "thank you" but rather is all about recognition of the good which exists in all aspects of our lives.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Sefer HaChinuch 2: Why Did Hashem Give Us The Torah?
*FUNDAMENTALS* Sefer HaChinuch 2: Why Did Hashem Give Us The Torah?
Nov 30, 2020
33:10
In episode 2 of FUNDAMENTALS, Rabbi Stark covers the portion of the Sefer HaChinuch's hakdamah which addresses why Hashem gave us the Torah to begin with. To follow along inside click HERE.
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Recognizing The Good 3: A Self-Made Man
Recognizing The Good 3: A Self-Made Man
Dec 2, 2020
39:33
In this weeks schmooze the mashgiach continues discussing how Hakaras HaTov is all about recognizing that we are not self-made people.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Sefer HaChinuch 3: Yissurim & Olam Haba
*FUNDAMENTALS* Sefer HaChinuch 3: Yissurim & Olam Haba
Dec 7, 2020
36:45
In episode 3 of FUNDAMENTALS, Rabbi Stark covers the ideas, in the Sefer HaChinuch's hakdamah, of yissurim and Olam Haba. To follow along inside click HERE.
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Recognizing The Good 4: (Chanukah) The War On Hakaras HaTov
Recognizing The Good 4: (Chanukah) The War On Hakaras HaTov
Dec 10, 2020
35:42
It is no coincidence that Chanukah is upon us while we are smack in middle of the sugya of Hakaras HaTov. Hakaras HaTov represents recognizing the positive impact others have had on your life, while what the Yevanim attempted to do was to make everything in ones' life attributable to themselves.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Sefer HaChinuch 4: Ikrei Emunah
*FUNDAMENTALS* Sefer HaChinuch 4: Ikrei Emunah
Dec 14, 2020
35:02
In FUNDAMENTALS, episode 4, the hakdamah of the Sefer HaChinuch addresses the principles of our "faith." To follow along inside click HERE.
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The Simcha Of Chanukah
The Simcha Of Chanukah
Dec 16, 2020
16:02
On Yom Tov we say Chag Sameach, because there is a chiyuv of simcha, which is brought about by the seuda. However, on Chanukah when there is no chiyuv seuda, where does this "simcha" come from?
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 1: Sefer Bereshis 1
*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 1: Sefer Bereshis 1
Dec 21, 2020
35:17
Upon completing the hakdamah to the Sefer HaChinuch, Rabbi Stark's FUNDAMENTALS moves on to the hakdamos of the Ramban on the Torah. The Ramban has a different hakdamah for each of the 5 books of the Torah, and each hakdamah introduces that specific sefer. FUNDAMENTALS with Rabbi Stark begins the hakdamos of the Ramban with his hakdamah to Sefer Bereshis. To follow along inside click HERE.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 2: Sefer Bereshis 2
*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 2: Sefer Bereshis 2
Dec 28, 2020
32:53
In this week's episode of FUNDAMENTALS the mashgiach continues with the Ramban's hakdamah to Sefer Bereshis. To follow along inside click HERE.
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Recognizing The Good 5: Thank You For Letting Us Say "Thank You"
Recognizing The Good 5: Thank You For Letting Us Say "Thank You"
Dec 31, 2020
37:31
In this last segment of Recognizing The Good, the mashgiach discusses why we even have to be thankful for being able to thank Hashem.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 3: Sefer Bereshis 3
*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 3: Sefer Bereshis 3
Jan 3, 2021
42:07
This weeks FUNDAMENTALS episode marks the completion of the Ramban's hakdamah to Sefer Bereshis. To follow along inside click HERE.
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Recognizing The Good 6: 100 Opportunities A Day
Recognizing The Good 6: 100 Opportunities A Day
Jan 7, 2021
28:33
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Recognizing The Good series continues but this is no accident. Clearly the Mashgiach had more to share on this topic and Hashem wasn't ready for it to be moved on from. At least not yet.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 4: Sefer Shemos
*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 4: Sefer Shemos
Jan 11, 2021
33:02
Upon completing the Ramban's hakdamah to Sefer Bereshis, Rabbi Stark's FUNDAMENTALS moves on to the Ramban's hakdamah to Sefer Shemos. To follow along inside click HERE.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 5: Sefer Vayikra
*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 5: Sefer Vayikra
Jan 20, 2021
31:31
Upon completing the Ramban's hakdamah to Sefer Shemos, Rabbi Stark's FUNDAMENTALS moves on to the Ramban's hakdamah to Sefer Vayikra. To follow along inside click HERE.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 6: Sefers Bamidbar and Devarim
*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban Al HaTorah 6: Sefers Bamidbar and Devarim
Jan 25, 2021
28:45
Upon completing the Ramban's hakdamah to Sefer Vayikra, Rabbi Stark's FUNDAMENTALS will complete the Ramban's hakdamos al haTorah; by finishing both the hakdamah to Sefer Bamidbar and that of Sefer Devarim. To follow along inside, click HERE for Sefer Bamidbar and HERE for Sefer Devarim.
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Shovavim: Yesodos
Shovavim: Yesodos
Jan 28, 2021
29:40
Upon the completion of Sefer Bereshis and the beginning of Sefer Shemos, these next weeks are commonly referred to as "shovavim." However, what exactly is shovavim and what is one supposed to work on during this time of year? Rabbi Stark has curated schmoozim discussing these sensitive ideas, exclusively for The Rabbi Stark Podcast audience.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban In Parshas Bo 1: The “Famous” Ramban
*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban In Parshas Bo 1: The “Famous” Ramban
Feb 14, 2021
34:29
Upon completing the 5 hakdamos of the Ramban, on the individual sefers of chumash, Rabbi Stark thinks it pertinent to delve deeper into a particular "famous" Ramban. To follow along inside click HERE.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban In Parshas Bo 2: The “Famous” Ramban (continued...)
*FUNDAMENTALS* Ramban In Parshas Bo 2: The “Famous” Ramban (continued...)
Feb 16, 2021
32:27
In this week's segment, Rabbi Stark finishes up the "famous" Ramban in Parshas Bo. To follow along inside click HERE.
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Purim 1: Doing Purim The Right Way
Purim 1: Doing Purim The Right Way
Feb 18, 2021
47:41
Adar is upon us and that means Purim is right around the corner. Purim is such a holy day that one can reach heights which are unattainable throughout the rest of the year. But with all the challenges Purim brings, how does one actually do purim "right?"
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Purim: Amalek's Worldview
*FUNDAMENTALS* Purim: Amalek's Worldview
Feb 22, 2021
33:31
Purim is coming up and as such we have just read Parshas Zachor. This week, Rabbi Stark turns his attention to what the mitzvah is with regard to Amalek.
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Purim 2: What To Have In Mind When Drunk
Purim 2: What To Have In Mind When Drunk
Feb 25, 2021
41:12
Purim is the one time a year where there is a mitzvah to get drunk. This seems to be counter intuitive to what Judaism is all about. However, if we understand why and "how" to be drunk, one can tap into the greatness which Purim makes accessible to us all.
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Strategies For A Safe Bein Hazmanim
Strategies For A Safe Bein Hazmanim
Mar 15, 2021
43:04
Recognizing the infinite access and exposure the world today offers, Bein Hazmanim is a time which requires real planning and preparation for one to stay safe. Unfortunately, "safe" is the objective as the unlimited availability makes "success" a near impossibility.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Pesach 1: Exploring The Ten Makkos
*FUNDAMENTALS* Pesach 1: Exploring The Ten Makkos
Mar 19, 2021
23:58
With Pesach approaching, Rabbi Stark delves deep into the 10 Makkos, so we may understand them on a deeper level.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Pesach 2: Exploring The Ten Makkos (continued...)
*FUNDAMENTALS* Pesach 2: Exploring The Ten Makkos (continued...)
Mar 23, 2021
30:07
Continuing from where we left off last week, Rabbi Stark helps us to understand why Hashem felt it necessary to take us out of Mitzrayim in this very special way.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Pesach 3: Shevi'i Shel Pesach
*FUNDAMENTALS* Pesach 3: Shevi'i Shel Pesach
Apr 2, 2021
22:05
Rabbi Stark discusses Shevi'i Shel Pesach and continues expounding upon the 10 Makkos.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah (Introduction): The Number 13
*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah (Introduction): The Number 13
Apr 14, 2021
32:43
There is no "official" Mitzvah requiring one to believe in the 13 Principles of Emunah of the Rambam. If this is true, how can the Rambam say that a Mitzvah-keeping Jew—who does not believe in these 13 principles—is actually an Apikores!? In this new FUNDAMENTALS series, Rabbi Stark takes a deep dive into the significance of the Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah.
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Insights On Tzaraas (Parshas Tazria-Metzorah)
Insights On Tzaraas (Parshas Tazria-Metzorah)
Apr 16, 2021
47:07
Tzaraas is a concept which we've all grown up knowing about but Rabbi Stark has some insights which he thinks it pertinent to share. To follow along inside click HERE.
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Sefiras HaOmer 1: Torah Without Honor
Sefiras HaOmer 1: Torah Without Honor
Apr 20, 2021
36:20
During this time, of Sefiras HaOmer, we know that 24,000 of R' Akiva's talmidim passed away as a result of how they treated one another. But what is it about how one treats another that can overshadow even the massive amounts of Torah one learns?
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Sefiras HaOmer 2: Having A Rebbi
Sefiras HaOmer 2: Having A Rebbi
Apr 22, 2021
35:56
Last schmooze, the Mashgiach discussed the importance of having "kavod" for one's Rebbi. However, before we can truly appreciate why we must show our Rabbaeim kavod we must understand why it is necessary for one to have a Rebbi.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 1: Yesod Rishon
*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 1: Yesod Rishon
Apr 26, 2021
30:42
In this week's FUNDAMENTALS segment, Rabbi Stark begins the first of the Rambam’s 13 ikrei emunah. This first concept addresses the existence of Hashem and how Hashem relates to the world.
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Lag BaOmer: Kabbalah And How It Relates To Me
Lag BaOmer: Kabbalah And How It Relates To Me
Apr 28, 2021
40:40
Lag BaOmer is a day of celebration across all walks of Judaism - but what is the celebration truly about and what makes Lag BaOmer so special?
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The Meron Tragedy: Proper Perspective In Times Of Sorrow
The Meron Tragedy: Proper Perspective In Times Of Sorrow
May 2, 2021
34:26
Rabbi Stark addresses the "oilam" in response to the horrific tragedy which occurred in Meron on this past Lag BaOmer.
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The Meron Tragedy: Hesped Of Habochur Elazar Yitzchak Koltai zt''l
The Meron Tragedy: Hesped Of Habochur Elazar Yitzchak Koltai zt''l
May 6, 2021
10:51
Rabbi Stark is maspid Azi Koltai, the younger brother of an Aderes Hatorah alumni, who was niftar from the Meron Tragedy.
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Sefiras HaOmer 3: Having A Rebbi (Part 2)
Sefiras HaOmer 3: Having A Rebbi (Part 2)
May 6, 2021
46:29
The Mashgiach dives deeper into the importance of having a Rebbi.
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Shavuos: Discovering The Sweetness Of Torah
Shavuos: Discovering The Sweetness Of Torah
May 13, 2021
36:13
With Shavuos next week, the Mashgiach discusses how one can discover the sweetness of the Torah.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 2: Yesod Sheni
*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 2: Yesod Sheni
May 20, 2021
14:16
This week's FUNDAMENTALS segment begins with the second "yesod" of the the Rambam’s 13 ikrei emunah, the concept of "yichud Hashem"—the oneness of Hashem.
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Having A Rebbi (Part 3): Seeking Advice
Having A Rebbi (Part 3): Seeking Advice
May 24, 2021
40:44
Although the period of Sefiras HaOmer has come and gone, there is still much to be discussed with regard to the idea of "having a rebbi."
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Being A Mensch 1: Judaism 101
Being A Mensch 1: Judaism 101
May 31, 2021
38:30
We are all familiar with the idea of being a "mensch." However, why is an expression which literally translates to "being a man (person)" so common? What is the greatness of one acting like a person—isn't "person" the lowest level of how one should be acting? In this weeks schmooze Rabbi Stark explains the greatness in one simply behaving like a "person" and why such is a prerequisite to one being able to be a great Jew.
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Exclusive Interview: Introducing Yesod HaBayis - Building Foundations For Life
Exclusive Interview: Introducing Yesod HaBayis - Building Foundations For Life
Jun 6, 2021
1:00:20
We are proud to present an exclusive interview with the Mashgiach and R' Zevi Kaufman about the new sefer that everyone is talking about. Purchase the sefer HERE or by your local Sefarim store. Special thanks to Menachem Neumann (The Rabbi Stark Podcast) & Yaakov Langer (Meaningful People Podcast). Interview Production by CedarMediaStudios
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Being A Mensch 2: Knowing Your Place
Being A Mensch 2: Knowing Your Place
Jun 9, 2021
37:19
This week, Rabbi Stark explains why a precursor to being a Mensch is being aware of—and truly understanding—your "place" in this world.
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Being A Mensch 3: Reaching New Heights
Being A Mensch 3: Reaching New Heights
Jun 15, 2021
41:26
This week the Mashgiach discusses the idea of being inconsiderate, and why being considerate is something which will propel us to new heights.
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Being A Mensch 4: Preparing For Marriage
Being A Mensch 4: Preparing For Marriage
Jun 18, 2021
41:23
This week, Rabbi Stark expounds upon why to be properly "ready" for marriage, one must first master being a Mensch.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 3: Hashem Has No Physical Properties
*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 3: Hashem Has No Physical Properties
Jun 22, 2021
23:02
In this week's FUNDAMENTALS, Rabbi Stark learns the 3rd "yesod" with us—that Hashem has no physical properties.
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Bein Hazmanim: "Really" Wanting To Succeed
Bein Hazmanim: "Really" Wanting To Succeed
Jun 27, 2021
36:21
Bein Hazmanim has [un]officially begun. Thus, Rabbi Stark discusses how to ensure that one has a "successful" Bein Hazmanim.
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Connecting With Hashem During Bein HaMetzarim
Connecting With Hashem During Bein HaMetzarim
Jul 5, 2021
31:48
The "3 Weeks" have begun, once again. As such, the Mashgiach would like to discuss with us how we can connect with Hashem and Yerushalayim during this period.
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Birchas HaTorah 1: Connecting With Hashem
Birchas HaTorah 1: Connecting With Hashem
Jul 13, 2021
41:14
The Gemarah in Nedarim says the Beis Hamikdash was destroyed because Birchas HaTorah was not said prior to learning. This shows us that if the failure to say Birchas HaTorah disconnected us from Hashem, saying them properly can most definitely strengthen our relationship with Hashem.
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Birchas HaTorah 2: A Core Issue
Birchas HaTorah 2: A Core Issue
Jul 15, 2021
33:16
After discussing what Birchas HaTorah represents—that Torah is being learned for the "right reasons"—the Mashgiach now wants to delve into what is the right reason for learning Torah, and what are the wrong reasons.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 4: Hashem, Before All
*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 4: Hashem, Before All
Jul 27, 2021
21:52
In this weeks FUNDAMENTALS, Rabbi Stark goes through the Rambam which discusses how Hashem existed before everything.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 5: Hashem Alone Is To Be Praised
*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 5: Hashem Alone Is To Be Praised
Aug 1, 2021
27:57
In this weeks FUNDAMENTALS, Rabbi Stark discusses the Rambam's 5th "ikrei emunah," that Hashem alone is to be the recipient of our praise.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 6: Prophecy
*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 6: Prophecy
Aug 10, 2021
32:46
In this weeks FUNDAMENTALS, Rabbi Stark discusses the Rambam's 6th "ikrei emunah," the nature and existence of Prophecy.
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Elul 1: A New Beginning
Elul 1: A New Beginning
Aug 15, 2021
33:52
It is that time of the year again and Elul is already upon on. In this week's schmooze, Rabbi Stark discusses the opportunities Elul presents and the "new beginning" it represents.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 7: Nevuas Moshe Rabbeinu
*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 7: Nevuas Moshe Rabbeinu
Aug 19, 2021
29:26
In this week's FUNDAMENTALS, Rabbi Stark learns the 7th "yesod" with us—the uniqueness of the Nevua of Moshe Rabbeinu.
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Elul 2: Finding The Real “Me”
Elul 2: Finding The Real “Me”
Aug 22, 2021
37:00
The word "Elul" is an acronym for "Ani L'dodi V'Dodi Li" (I am to my beloved and my beloved is to me), which represents the relationship we are trying to build with Hashem during this auspicious time. However, before one can have a good relationship with another they must first have a healthy relationship with oneself.
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(Bonus Episode) The Concept Of VeHalachta BeDrachav
(Bonus Episode) The Concept Of VeHalachta BeDrachav
Aug 30, 2021
20:52
In Parshas Ki Savo, we are introduced to the idea of VeHalachta BeDrachav—to emulate Hashem and follow in his ways. In this bonus feature, Rabbi Stark discusses what exactly this means and if it is just a "nice" way to behave or if this is actually one of the 613 Mitzvos.
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Elul 3: Proper Values
Elul 3: Proper Values
Sep 1, 2021
30:48
Last week, the Masgiach discussed how one must "connect with themselves" before they can ever create a relationship with Hashem. Building upon that, Rabbi Stark now delves into the values one must have and how that will help them to build this relationship with Hashem which they so desperately desire.
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Rosh Hashanah: My Father, My King
Rosh Hashanah: My Father, My King
Sep 3, 2021
42:12
Rosh Hashanah is all but upon us, yet, many of us do not understand how to connect with this auspicious day. In this week's schmooze, Rabbi Stark discusses what Rosh Hashanah is all about and the emotions we are to feel during this special time.
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Aseres Yemei Teshuvah: Our Relationship With Hashem (And The Yud Gimmel Midos Of Rachamim)
Aseres Yemei Teshuvah: Our Relationship With Hashem (And The Yud Gimmel Midos Of Rachamim)
Sep 10, 2021
31:31
We are in the period of time classically known as the Aseres Yemei Teshuvah. However, the the mekubalim refer to this period as the "days of the yud gimmel midos of rachamim." Rabbi Stark discusses the importance of these days and why they are inextricably linked with the 13 midos of rachamim.
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Yom Kippur: Tshuvah—What Is It And How Do We Do It?
Yom Kippur: Tshuvah—What Is It And How Do We Do It?
Sep 15, 2021
36:35
During Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur davening we say that the way to have one's evil decree torn up is through "Tshuvah, Tefilah, and Tzedakah." This means that tshuvah is clearly distinguishable from tefilah and tzedakah. So what, actually, is "tshuvah" and how do we properly do it?
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Sukkos: Happiness Through Bitachon
Sukkos: Happiness Through Bitachon
Sep 24, 2021
30:51
Sukkos is the only Jewish holiday which has an additional commandment of "simcha." In this week's schmooze, Rabbi Stark discusses this additional mitzvah and its connection with the Yom Tov of Sukkos.
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Winter (Zman): Having Seder In Our Lives
Winter (Zman): Having Seder In Our Lives
Oct 8, 2021
41:22
As we are heading into the long, dark Winter (Zman), the seasonal feeling is one of wanting to stay "in" and self reflect. There is a lesson from the feeling the season perpetuates—and Rabbi Stark is here to help us understand what that lesson is.
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Tefilah 1: Forging A Relationship With Hashem
Tefilah 1: Forging A Relationship With Hashem
Oct 14, 2021
37:16
Very often, we discuss learning Torah and its significance in brining us closer to Hashem. However, Tefilah—which is not typically addressed that often—is something which we spend more time on. Thus, Rabbi Stark is discussing Tefilah and its role in our everyday life.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 8: Torah Min HaShamayim
*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 8: Torah Min HaShamayim
Oct 19, 2021
26:34
In this week's FUNDAMENTALS, Rabbi Stark discusses the Rambam's 8th "ikrei emunah," that the Torah—and all that is contained within it—is "min hashamayim" (i.e. - given directly from Hashem with zero interference).
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Tefilah 2: Making Hashem Our Only Address
Tefilah 2: Making Hashem Our Only Address
Oct 24, 2021
37:59
Continuing with the topic of Tefilah, Rabbi Stark discusses how our Tefilos must be directed to Hashem—and Hashem alone.
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Tefilah 3: No Tefilah Goes Unanswered
Tefilah 3: No Tefilah Goes Unanswered
Oct 31, 2021
32:20
In this weeks Tefilah upload, the Mashgiach explains how—while it might not always be so clear to us—there is no such thing as a Tefilah which goes unanswered.
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Tefilah 4: An Emotional Conversation
Tefilah 4: An Emotional Conversation
Nov 4, 2021
39:34
In this weeks Tefilah segment, the Masgiach discuses how Davening is a really "just" an emotional conversation with the Ribono Shel Olam.
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Chanukah: Seeing With Our Eyes Only
Chanukah: Seeing With Our Eyes Only
Nov 28, 2021
35:13
Understanding Chanukah and what one is to take out of it.
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Yosef, Yehudah And Their Ideological Differences 1 (Parshas Mikeitz)
Yosef, Yehudah And Their Ideological Differences 1 (Parshas Mikeitz)
Dec 3, 2021
34:53
Klal Yisroel has had kings—and will ultimately have a Mashiach—from both Shevet Yosef and Shevet Yehuda. In this week's Parsha discussion, the Mashgiach analyzes how their ideological differences are front and center in this week's Parsha and how this is what the underlying debate of the brothers was really about.
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Yosef, Yehudah And Their Ideological Differences 2 (Parshas Vayigash)
Yosef, Yehudah And Their Ideological Differences 2 (Parshas Vayigash)
Dec 10, 2021
40:31
Parshas Vayigash begins with the confrontation between Yosef and Yehudah, which ultimately resulted in Yosef revealing himself to his brothers. The Mashgiach examines the different philosophies of the brothers and what exactly transpired between them.
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Tefilah 7: Neshamah Or Guf, An Identity Crisis
Tefilah 7: Neshamah Or Guf, An Identity Crisis
Dec 14, 2021
34:32
Rabbi Stark discusses how Tefilah relates to the Neshamah and Guf.
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Yosef, Yehudah And Their Ideological Differences 3 (Parshas Vayechi)
Yosef, Yehudah And Their Ideological Differences 3 (Parshas Vayechi)
Dec 17, 2021
42:28
The ideological differences between Yosef and Yehudah, introduced in Parshas Mikeitz, culminate in this week's parsha. However, in Parshas Vayechi the crescendo expands to include all the Shvatim and allows one to understand the "achdus" which they had with each other.
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Tefilah 8: Why We Daven On Shabbos
Tefilah 8: Why We Daven On Shabbos
Dec 19, 2021
32:55
In this final installment of the Tefilah series, Rabbi Stark addresses an issue which has come up—based upon everything discussed in this "sugyah" of Tefilah, why do we daven on Shabbos?
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(NEW SERIES) Parsha Principles: What Is "Shovavim" (Shemos)
(NEW SERIES) Parsha Principles: What Is "Shovavim" (Shemos)
Dec 24, 2021
47:31
In Parsha Principles, a new series by Rabbi Stark, the Mashgiach goes through the weekly parsha and delves deep into the topics which we are otherwise only superficially familiar with. In this debut episode, Rabbi Stark explains what Shovavim really is and what is the "avoda" during these weeks. For more of Rabbi Stark's perspective on the topics worked on during Shovavim, click HERE for his sefer Yesod Habayis.
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Parsha Principles: The Lies Of Mitzrayim And Their Black Magic (Va'eira)
Parsha Principles: The Lies Of Mitzrayim And Their Black Magic (Va'eira)
Dec 31, 2021
36:21
In this week's Parsha Principles, Rabbi Stark discusses how Mitzrayim was actually capable of doing Black Magic. However, Black Magic is the ultimate lie which exists, the Mashgiach explains why this is so.
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Parsha Principles: The “Famous” Ramban (Bo) (Re-Release from *FUNDAMENTALS*)
Parsha Principles: The “Famous” Ramban (Bo) (Re-Release from *FUNDAMENTALS*)
Jan 7, 2022
1:01:14
In this week's Parsha Principles, Rabbi Stark learns inside the the “famous” Ramban from Parshas Bo and explains the fundamental principles of Judaism it describes.
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Parsha Principles: Az Yashir (Beshalach)
Parsha Principles: Az Yashir (Beshalach)
Jan 14, 2022
32:18
In this week's Parsha Principles, Rabbi Stark discusses the significance of Az Yashir and how its importance may even rival that of Kriyas Yam Suf itself.
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Shovavim: Marijuana—Is It Really "That" Bad?
Shovavim: Marijuana—Is It Really "That" Bad?
Jan 17, 2022
46:42
In this week's Shovavim schmooze, Rabbi Stark discusses marijuana and explains why even mere "recreational" usage goes against our purpose in this world.
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Parsha Principles: Using Your Past To Build Your Future (Yisro)
Parsha Principles: Using Your Past To Build Your Future (Yisro)
Jan 21, 2022
28:53
In this week's segment, the Mashgiach discusses how one's past is the greatest asset to fuel one's future growth.
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Parsha Principles: A Servant Who's The Master Of His Own Destiny (Mishpatim)
Parsha Principles: A Servant Who's The Master Of His Own Destiny (Mishpatim)
Jan 28, 2022
35:55
This week, Rabbi Stark analyzes the idea of being an "eved" and discusses how the right kind of servitude is actually what makes one free.
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*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 9: The Torah Torah Will Never Be Altered
*FUNDAMENTALS* Rambam’s Yud Gimmel Ikrei Emunah 9: The Torah Torah Will Never Be Altered
Jan 30, 2022
26:10
Rabbi Stark picks back up the FUNDAMENTALS series with the 9th Ikur of the Rambam, that the Torah was given in its completion and it will never be changed.
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Parsha Principles: The Shechinah And True Shalom Bayis (Terumah)
Parsha Principles: The Shechinah And True Shalom Bayis (Terumah)
Feb 4, 2022
33:45
This week, the Mashgiach explains what the idea of Shechinah is and how to have true Shalom Bayis with it as well as one's spouse.
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Parsha Principles: Clothes Make A Man (Tetzaveh)
Parsha Principles: Clothes Make A Man (Tetzaveh)
Feb 11, 2022
34:32
Rabbi Stark explains how the saying of "clothes make a man" is not just true in Yiddishkeit but it is actually a concept from the Torah itself.
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Living With Respect 1: Having A Disagreement vs Bickering And Bashing
Living With Respect 1: Having A Disagreement vs Bickering And Bashing
Feb 17, 2022
36:15
Now that the weeks of Shovavim have passed, Rabbi Stark wants to focus on another important aspect of building one's home—having kavod (respect) for one another.
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Living With Respect 2: Verbal Abuse
Living With Respect 2: Verbal Abuse
Feb 24, 2022
39:20
The Mashgiach discusses what "verbal abuse" is and how words are so powerful that when they are improperly used they can even amount to actual "abuse."
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Purim 1: Was Hashem Asleep?
Purim 1: Was Hashem Asleep?
Mar 3, 2022
32:51
With Purim approaching, the Mashgiach analyzes what Haman's thought process was and his miscalculation.
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Purim 2: True Happiness
Purim 2: True Happiness
Mar 8, 2022
32:23
We all know that in Adar we are supposed to be "marbim b'simcha" but in order to do so we must first understand what true happiness is.
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Purim 3: Breaking Barriers
Purim 3: Breaking Barriers
Mar 10, 2022
36:19
Our Gedolim say that Purim is the day which he have the opportunity to reach the highest heights. Rabbi Stark is here to tell us how.
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Purim 4: Taanis Esther Explained
Purim 4: Taanis Esther Explained
Mar 14, 2022
27:52
Although Taanis Esther is not the only fast we keep, there is something about it which makes it feel unique. The Mashgiach discusses what is different about Taanis Esther and helps us to understand how we can "tap in" to the greatness of the day.