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13401
3.5 Parshas Metzora Review: Spiritual Holiness
3.5 Parshas Metzora Review: Spiritual Holiness
May 1, 2025
15:41
This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 3.5) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Metzora offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. 00:10 - Parsha Summary03:37 - Important Lessons Segment This Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated to the Speedy and complete Refuah of Perl-Leah bas Sara Esther. Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing ***** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories relating to this parsha to [email protected]. Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php.Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on April 20, 2023, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on April 20, 2023 ★ Support this podcast ★
13402
Tazria Metzorah – Scalps and Scalpels
Tazria Metzorah – Scalps and Scalpels
May 1, 2025
1:03:07
The process of diagnosing and purifying a person afflicted with tzaraas is long and arduous. But there was no avoiding it. It is prohibited to excise a tzaraas affliction. You must go to the priest and have him evaluate it. You must be quarantined if you are declared impure. You must undergo the long and […]
13403
Words and Wisdom: The Impact of Speech and Humility (Parsha In-Focus: Metzora)
Words and Wisdom: The Impact of Speech and Humility (Parsha In-Focus: Metzora)
May 1, 2025
19:25
Explore the transformative power of words with us, in a profound discussion on the latest Parsha Review Podcast. Together, we'll understand how the art of conversation can either fortify or erode the very trust that binds our communities. Tapping into the rich lessons of Parshas Metzora, we'll see how tales of gossip and slander carry weight beyond mere chatter, shaping the essence of "human credit" and the atonement process that follows a slip of the tongue. It's a journey through metaphor and meaning, as we discover how two birds, cedar wood, crimson-dyed wool, and hyssop form an intricate tapestry of symbolism that speaks volumes about overcoming arrogance with humility. Join us for a heartfelt examination of love and sacrifice, where the Torah's teachings resonate with the respect for life and the sanctity of offerings. We delve into the symbolism behind pairing birds in sacrifices, an act that underscores the commitment in our relationship with the Divine. Our conversation extends beyond the realm of the spoken word, as we draw parallels between our daily acts of dedication and the profound commitment expressed in our prayers. This episode is a call to live with intention, to embrace kindness, and to share the light of positivity in every word and action. This episode (Ep 6.28) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Metzora is dedicated in Honor of Yehuda and Yitzi Wolbe & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on April 16, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on April 18, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★
13404
The Pleasure Principle (Way 18)
The Pleasure Principle (Way 18)
May 1, 2025
17:05
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 18: B'Miut Taanug - With Limited Pleasure, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the importance of pursuing real and authentic pleasures. Hashem created the world for pleasure, but real eternal pleasure not cheap momentary pleasure that is fleeting and short lived. In the Podcast we will hopefully learn how do enjoy real true pleasure. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 17, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 9, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★
13405
Words and Wisdom: The Impact of Speech and Humility (Parsha In-Focus: Metzora)
Words and Wisdom: The Impact of Speech and Humility (Parsha In-Focus: Metzora)
May 1, 2025
19:25
Explore the transformative power of words with us, in a profound discussion on the latest Parsha Review Podcast. Together, we'll understand how the art of conversation can either fortify or erode the very trust that binds our communities. Tapping into the rich lessons of Parshas Metzora, we'll see how tales of gossip and slander carry weight beyond mere chatter, shaping the essence of "human credit" and the atonement process that follows a slip of the tongue. It's a journey through metaphor and meaning, as we discover how two birds, cedar wood, crimson-dyed wool, and hyssop form an intricate tapestry of symbolism that speaks volumes about overcoming arrogance with humility. Join us for a heartfelt examination of love and sacrifice, where the Torah's teachings resonate with the respect for life and the sanctity of offerings. We delve into the symbolism behind pairing birds in sacrifices, an act that underscores the commitment in our relationship with the Divine. Our conversation extends beyond the realm of the spoken word, as we draw parallels between our daily acts of dedication and the profound commitment expressed in our prayers. This episode is a call to live with intention, to embrace kindness, and to share the light of positivity in every word and action. This episode (Ep 6.28) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Metzora is dedicated in Honor of Yehuda and Yitzi Wolbe & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on April 16, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on April 18, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★
13406
Jewish Inspiration: The Pleasure Principle (Way 18)
Jewish Inspiration: The Pleasure Principle (Way 18)
May 1, 2025
17:05
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 18: B'Miut Taanug - With Limited Pleasure, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the importance of pursuing real and authentic pleasures. Hashem created the world for pleasure, but real eternal pleasure not cheap momentary pleasure that is fleeting and short lived. In the Podcast we will hopefully learn how do enjoy real true pleasure. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 17, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 9, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★
13407
Chazara Makkos 22
Chazara Makkos 22
May 1, 2025
20:44
Divisible by three
13408
Makkos 23
Makkos 23
May 1, 2025
29:05
Who went up to heaven to find out the answer?
13409
Jewish Inspiration: How To Master Sleep In 6 Simple Steps (Way 19)
Jewish Inspiration: How To Master Sleep In 6 Simple Steps (Way 19)
May 2, 2025
7:04
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 19: B'Miut Sheina - With Limited Sleep, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the danger of sleeping through life. You may be awake but still sleeping through the real meaning and purpose of life. There is no more pleasurable life than one who is awake and alive every moment of life, picking up on the messages and true purpose of each second. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 17, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 10, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★
13410
Reaping What You Sow: The Power of Positive Influences (Parsha Power: Tazria-Metzora)
Reaping What You Sow: The Power of Positive Influences (Parsha Power: Tazria-Metzora)
May 2, 2025
43:22
In this episode of the Parsha Review Podcast, we explore the portions of Tazria and Metzorah, focusing on themes of purity, spiritual growth, and the impact of environment. Drawing from the opening verse of Tazria (Leviticus 12:1), we discuss the concept of ritual impurity and parallels it with the order of creation, where mankind’s purity follows that of animals, as explained by Rashi and the Midrash. We emphasize the importance of what we "plant" in our lives—both physically and spiritually—using the metaphor of sowing seeds to illustrate how our choices in food, media, and environment shape who we become and how our children develop. Through personal anecdotes, including his grandfather’s journey to Torah scholarship and his own childhood experience in Brooklyn, Rabbi Wolbe underscores the need to protect ourselves and our children from negative influences, such as non-kosher food and harmful media. He also highlights the spiritual significance of kosher laws, explaining how they safeguard the soul, and shares insights into the Jewish concept of Gemachs (free loan societies) as acts of kindness that foster positive community influence. The episode concludes with a call to surround ourselves with virtuous environments to ensure spiritual and moral growth. This episode (Ep 7.27) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Tazria-Metzora is dedicated in honor of our President & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing Recorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on April 29, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 2, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.tansistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #Torah, #Parsha, #Leviticus, #PurityLaws, #Kohen, #Kosher, #Environment, #Influences, #Values ★ Support this podcast ★
13411
Reaping What You Sow: The Power of Positive Influences (Parsha Power: Tazria-Metzora)
Reaping What You Sow: The Power of Positive Influences (Parsha Power: Tazria-Metzora)
May 2, 2025
43:22
In this episode of the Parsha Review Podcast, we explore the portions of Tazria and Metzorah, focusing on themes of purity, spiritual growth, and the impact of environment. Drawing from the opening verse of Tazria (Leviticus 12:1), we discuss the concept of ritual impurity and parallels it with the order of creation, where mankind’s purity follows that of animals, as explained by Rashi and the Midrash. We emphasize the importance of what we "plant" in our lives—both physically and spiritually—using the metaphor of sowing seeds to illustrate how our choices in food, media, and environment shape who we become and how our children develop. Through personal anecdotes, including his grandfather’s journey to Torah scholarship and his own childhood experience in Brooklyn, Rabbi Wolbe underscores the need to protect ourselves and our children from negative influences, such as non-kosher food and harmful media. He also highlights the spiritual significance of kosher laws, explaining how they safeguard the soul, and shares insights into the Jewish concept of Gemachs (free loan societies) as acts of kindness that foster positive community influence. The episode concludes with a call to surround ourselves with virtuous environments to ensure spiritual and moral growth. This episode (Ep 7.27) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Tazria-Metzora is dedicated in honor of our President & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing Recorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on April 29, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 2, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.tansistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #Torah, #Parsha, #Leviticus, #PurityLaws, #Kohen, #Kosher, #Environment, #Influences, #Values ★ Support this podcast ★
13412
Become a Master of Sleep (Way 19)
Become a Master of Sleep (Way 19)
May 2, 2025
7:04
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 19: B'Miut Sheina - With Limited Sleep, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the danger of sleeping through life. You may be awake but still sleeping through the real meaning and purpose of life. There is no more pleasurable life than one who is awake and alive every moment of life, picking up on the messages and true purpose of each second. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 17, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 10, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★
13413
Chazara Makkos 23
Chazara Makkos 23
May 2, 2025
23:40
Adjustable straps
13414
Makkos 24
Makkos 24
May 2, 2025
20:27
Rabbi Akiva laughed
13415
The Most Popular Communication Tools (Way 20)
The Most Popular Communication Tools (Way 20)
May 3, 2025
17:06
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 20: B'Miut Sicha - With Limited Communication, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the power of speech. Words can build worlds and destroy worlds. This way teaches us how to utilize and maximize this power in the most effective, constructive and advantageous way. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 20, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 12, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★
13416
A Fascinating Behind-the-Scenes Look at Laughter (Way 21)
A Fascinating Behind-the-Scenes Look at Laughter (Way 21)
May 4, 2025
8:47
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 21: B'Miut S'chok - With Limited Laughter, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the danger of laughter in unbalanced measure. Laughter is powerful and important but is it ok to laugh at the expense of another human being? **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 20, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 21, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★
13417
Jewish Inspiration: The Most Popular Communication Tools (Way 20)
Jewish Inspiration: The Most Popular Communication Tools (Way 20)
May 3, 2025
17:06
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 20: B'Miut Sicha - With Limited Communication, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the power of speech. Words can build worlds and destroy worlds. This way teaches us how to utilize and maximize this power in the most effective, constructive and advantageous way. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 20, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 12, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★
13418
Jewish Inspiration: A Fascinating Behind-the-Scenes Look at Laughter (Way 21)
Jewish Inspiration: A Fascinating Behind-the-Scenes Look at Laughter (Way 21)
May 4, 2025
8:47
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 21: B'Miut S'chok - With Limited Laughter, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the danger of laughter in unbalanced measure. Laughter is powerful and important but is it ok to laugh at the expense of another human being? **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 20, 2022, in Houston, Texas. Released as Podcast on June 21, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★
13419
3.6 Parshas Acharei Review: Holy Relationships
3.6 Parshas Acharei Review: Holy Relationships
May 4, 2025
26:46
This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 3.6) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Acharei Mos offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. 00:00 Introduction00:10 Parsha Summary04:10 Important Lessons This Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in Honor of Scott Asarch and his Chavrusa on the completion of Tractate Makkos. Sponsored by Tom & Bobbi Asarch Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing ***** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories relating to this parsha to [email protected]. Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php.Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on April 25, 2023, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on April 25, 2023 ★ Support this podcast ★
13420
3.6 Parshas Acharei Review: Holy Relationships
3.6 Parshas Acharei Review: Holy Relationships
May 4, 2025
26:46
This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 3.6) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Acharei Mos offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. 00:00 Introduction00:10 Parsha Summary04:10 Important Lessons This Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in Honor of Scott Asarch and his Chavrusa on the completion of Tractate Makkos. Sponsored by Tom & Bobbi Asarch Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing ***** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories relating to this parsha to [email protected]. Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php.Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on April 25, 2023, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on April 25, 2023 ★ Support this podcast ★
13421
Chazara Shevuos 2
Chazara Shevuos 2
May 4, 2025
15:12
two that are four
13422
Shevuos 3
Shevuos 3
May 4, 2025
18:17
Connection to Makkos
13423
Let’s Admit It: Everyone Hates Anger (Way 22)
Let’s Admit It: Everyone Hates Anger (Way 22)
May 5, 2025
16:18
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 22: B'erech Apayim - Without Anger, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the damage one causes to themselves when is anger. Anger is a bad trait and one that our Sages warn us to distance ourselves from. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 20, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on July 2, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★
13424
Guarding the Soul Against Temptations (Parsha In-Focus: Acharei)
Guarding the Soul Against Temptations (Parsha In-Focus: Acharei)
May 5, 2025
14:54
Embark on a journey toward inner purity with us as we traverse the landscape of spiritual sanctity, enlightened by the teachings of the Parsha of Acharei Mos. Discover the profound significance of Yom Kippur, the Yom HaKadosh, and unravel the intricate balance between positive deeds and the conscious avoidance of negative influences. In a world riddled with challenges to our moral compass, especially in the realms of sexual immorality and forbidden relationships, we delve into the wisdom imparted by our mentor, Rabbi Yitzhak Berkowitz, highlighting the indispensable role of digital filters in maintaining our spiritual wellbeing. As the summer warmth beckons, bringing with it temptations that can cloud our moral clarity, we arm ourselves with the tools needed to uphold our spiritual resolve. We share insights into steering clear of the subtle snares that come with seasonal relaxation, emphasizing the importance of setting personal boundaries just as we would shield a child's innocence. Join us in charting a course through the joys of the sun-drenched months, all while holding fast to our identity as God-fearing individuals, infusing every moment with holiness and serving as a beacon of inspiration for others to recognize the divine within us. This episode (Ep 6.29) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Acharei is dedicated in Honor of Dovi Wolbe & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on April 16, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 2, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★
13425
Jewish Inspiration: Let’s Admit It - Everyone Hates Anger (Way 22)
Jewish Inspiration: Let’s Admit It - Everyone Hates Anger (Way 22)
May 5, 2025
16:18
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 22: B'erech Apayim - Without Anger, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the damage one causes to themselves when is anger. Anger is a bad trait and one that our Sages warn us to distance ourselves from. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 20, 2022, in Houston, Texas. Released as Podcast on July 2, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★
13426
Guarding the Soul Against Temptations (Parsha In-Focus: Acharei)
Guarding the Soul Against Temptations (Parsha In-Focus: Acharei)
May 5, 2025
14:54
Embark on a journey toward inner purity with us as we traverse the landscape of spiritual sanctity, enlightened by the teachings of the Parsha of Acharei Mos. Discover the profound significance of Yom Kippur, the Yom HaKadosh, and unravel the intricate balance between positive deeds and the conscious avoidance of negative influences. In a world riddled with challenges to our moral compass, especially in the realms of sexual immorality and forbidden relationships, we delve into the wisdom imparted by our mentor, Rabbi Yitzhak Berkowitz, highlighting the indispensable role of digital filters in maintaining our spiritual wellbeing. As the summer warmth beckons, bringing with it temptations that can cloud our moral clarity, we arm ourselves with the tools needed to uphold our spiritual resolve. We share insights into steering clear of the subtle snares that come with seasonal relaxation, emphasizing the importance of setting personal boundaries just as we would shield a child's innocence. Join us in charting a course through the joys of the sun-drenched months, all while holding fast to our identity as God-fearing individuals, infusing every moment with holiness and serving as a beacon of inspiration for others to recognize the divine within us. This episode (Ep 6.29) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Acharei is dedicated in Honor of Dovi Wolbe & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on April 16, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 2, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★
13427
Chazara Shevuos 3
Chazara Shevuos 3
May 5, 2025
16:09
Why explain impurity first?
13428
Shevuos 4
Shevuos 4
May 5, 2025
29:02
Rebbe is the author
13429
Free Will: An Exploration of Fundamental Concepts
Free Will: An Exploration of Fundamental Concepts
May 5, 2025
47:10
Free Will is a fundamental concept in our philosophy. People are endowed by God with the ability to determine the direction that they take in life. People are allowed to choose a path of righteousness or wickedness. There is a certain modicum of self-determination that the Almighty provides us with. In this mini series, we […]
13430
3.7 Parshas Kedoshim Review: Holiness of Man
3.7 Parshas Kedoshim Review: Holiness of Man
May 6, 2025
34:08
This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 3.7) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Kedoshim offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. 00:00 Introduction00:10 Parsha Summary11:36 Important Lessons This Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in Honor of Scott Asarch and his Chavrusa on the completion of Tractate Makkos. Sponsored by Tom & Bobbi Asarch Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing ***** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories relating to this parsha to [email protected]. Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php.Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on April 25, 2023, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on April 26, 2023 ★ Support this podcast ★
13431
3.7 Parshas Kedoshim Review: Holiness of Man
3.7 Parshas Kedoshim Review: Holiness of Man
May 6, 2025
34:08
This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 3.7) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Kedoshim offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. 00:00 Introduction00:10 Parsha Summary11:36 Important Lessons This Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in Honor of Scott Asarch and his Chavrusa on the completion of Tractate Makkos. Sponsored by Tom & Bobbi Asarch Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing ***** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories relating to this parsha to [email protected]. Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php.Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on April 25, 2023, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on April 26, 2023 ★ Support this podcast ★
13432
Acharei Mos/Kedoshim – It’s a Small World (5783)
Acharei Mos/Kedoshim – It’s a Small World (5783)
May 6, 2025
54:44
Our double Parsha contains many different mitzvos. In this podcast we study a set of mitzvos and a very interesting dispute about their nature. We discover a valuable and profound insight that can help us develop and cultivate our potential. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
13433
Chazara Shevuos 4
Chazara Shevuos 4
May 6, 2025
13:50
Rebbe's own opinion
13434
Shevuos 5
Shevuos 5
May 6, 2025
29:38
Does the snow connect to the plaster?
13435
Learn "Good Heart" in Ten Minutes (Way 23)
Learn "Good Heart" in Ten Minutes (Way 23)
May 6, 2025
9:41
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 23: B'Lev Tov - With a good heart, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the value of conducting our lives with the good heart. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio A on May 24, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on July 8, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★
13436
Jewish Inspiration: Learn "Good Heart" in Ten Minutes (Way 23)
Jewish Inspiration: Learn "Good Heart" in Ten Minutes (Way 23)
May 6, 2025
9:41
The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 23: B'Lev Tov - With a good heart, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the value of conducting our lives with the good heart. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio A on May 24, 2022, in Houston, Texas. Released as Podcast on July 8, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★
13437
Keeping it Holy & the Art of Self Control (Parsha In-Focus: Kedoshim)
Keeping it Holy & the Art of Self Control (Parsha In-Focus: Kedoshim)
May 7, 2025
9:30
Unlock the secrets to cultivating a life of holiness and self-discipline as we are guided through the ancient wisdom of Parshas Kedoshim. Prepare to be inspired by how incorporating self-restraint into your daily routine can elevate your spiritual existence, reflecting the divine. This episode delves into the Torah's call for the Children of Israel to be holy and how this directive is as relevant today as ever. We explore the sage advice on sanctifying ourselves by exercising control even in permissible indulgences, drawing upon the exemplary life of the Chofetz Chaim and the practice of "Taanis HaReivid." Personal anecdotes shed light on the formative impact of kosher laws from a tender age, demonstrating the far-reaching implications of self-control and the understanding of boundaries within our society. Embark on a transformative journey to understanding the value of boundaries and how to impart this crucial life lesson to our children. We discuss the halachic rule preventing children from sitting in their father's seat as more than a mere directive; it's a foundational concept in fostering respect and self-restraint. We touch upon the principle of "Kadesh Atzmecha B'mutar Lach," advocating for the voluntary addition of restrictions to enhance personal holiness. This episode isn't just about rules; it's a heartfelt plea for daily self-improvement, whether you're a seeker of spiritual growth or someone looking to instill timeless values in the next generation, this conversation offers profound insights for a life led with purpose and reverence. This episode (Ep 6.30) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Kedoshim is dedicated in Honor of Dovi Wolbe & Adina Netzer on their Engagement & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on May 17, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 17, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★
13438
Jewish Inspiration: The Fascinating Science of Wisdom (Way 24)
Jewish Inspiration: The Fascinating Science of Wisdom (Way 24)
May 7, 2025
10:36
Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH (Ep. #109) The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 24: B'Emunas Chachamim - Value Wisdom, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the Jewish emphasis and value towards wisdom. All Wisdom. Knowledge and wisdom is power. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio A on May 24, 2022, in Houston, Texas. Released as Podcast on July 10, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★
13439
Keeping it Holy & the Art of Self Control (Parsha In-Focus: Kedoshim)
Keeping it Holy & the Art of Self Control (Parsha In-Focus: Kedoshim)
May 7, 2025
9:30
Unlock the secrets to cultivating a life of holiness and self-discipline as we are guided through the ancient wisdom of Parshas Kedoshim. Prepare to be inspired by how incorporating self-restraint into your daily routine can elevate your spiritual existence, reflecting the divine. This episode delves into the Torah's call for the Children of Israel to be holy and how this directive is as relevant today as ever. We explore the sage advice on sanctifying ourselves by exercising control even in permissible indulgences, drawing upon the exemplary life of the Chofetz Chaim and the practice of "Taanis HaReivid." Personal anecdotes shed light on the formative impact of kosher laws from a tender age, demonstrating the far-reaching implications of self-control and the understanding of boundaries within our society. Embark on a transformative journey to understanding the value of boundaries and how to impart this crucial life lesson to our children. We discuss the halachic rule preventing children from sitting in their father's seat as more than a mere directive; it's a foundational concept in fostering respect and self-restraint. We touch upon the principle of "Kadesh Atzmecha B'mutar Lach," advocating for the voluntary addition of restrictions to enhance personal holiness. This episode isn't just about rules; it's a heartfelt plea for daily self-improvement, whether you're a seeker of spiritual growth or someone looking to instill timeless values in the next generation, this conversation offers profound insights for a life led with purpose and reverence. This episode (Ep 6.30) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Kedoshim is dedicated in Honor of Dovi Wolbe& Adina Netzer on their Engagement & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on May 17, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 17, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★
13440
Preconditions to Torah (3:21-22)
Preconditions to Torah (3:21-22)
May 7, 2025
31:41
Torah is unlike any other discipline. Every other discipline can be acquired without preconditions; Torah can only be unlocked by someone who has successfully primed himself for that lofty status. In this Mishnah, Rabbi Elazar Ben Azariah instructs us on what is needed before Torah can flourish within us. This Ethics Podcast was originally released […]
13441
#94: The (Near Total) Inaccessibility of Spiritual Pleasure
#94: The (Near Total) Inaccessibility of Spiritual Pleasure
May 7, 2025
42:32
There is great confusion about what the ultimate reward for righteousness and the ultimate punishment for wickedness are. Rambam’s magisterial essay is designed to provide clarity in these lofty matters of eschatology. In part 2, we learn all about the concept of spiritual pleasure. Our bodies are very finely attuned to experiences of pain and […]
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The Fascinating Science of Wisdom (Way 24)
The Fascinating Science of Wisdom (Way 24)
May 7, 2025
10:36
Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH (Ep. #109) The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 24: B'Emunas Chachamim - Value Wisdom, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages on the Jewish emphasis and value towards wisdom. All Wisdom. Knowledge and wisdom is power. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio A on May 24, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on July 10, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★
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Ep. 37 - Ask Away! #9 | The Q&A Series
Ep. 37 - Ask Away! #9 | The Q&A Series
May 7, 2025
23:46
Unlock the secrets of Torah study and prayer with us as we spark an engaging conversation on whether it's more beneficial for two women to study alone or attend a class with a Rebbetzin. We'll guide you through the importance of balancing independent study and guided learning to grasp the true essence of Torah teachings. By drawing parallels to yeshiva education, we're reminded of the importance of learning from a teacher whose lineage traces back to Moses, ensuring you stay aligned with authentic Jewish theology. Alongside, we delve into Olivia's curious query on women's prayer obligations, shedding light on the diverse practices and rhythms of prayer in Jewish life. Navigate the depths of Emunah and Bitachon with insights from Rabbi Lazer Brody's "Ein Od Milvado," as we explore the relationship between faith and trust in Hashem. Through relatable analogies and teachings from revered figures like Reb Meilech Biederman and King David, we emphasize the clarity and trust needed even in uncertain times. As we wrap up, we warmly invite you to contribute your questions and be an active part of our vibrant community. Together, let's enrich our shared learning journey and deepen our connection with the divine. In this episode of Ask Away we address these various topics:Torah Study and Prayer Importance: Studying Torah through books and classes with a Rebbetzin ensures correct understanding and adherence to Jewish theology.Building Trust Through Faith in Hashem: Emunah and bitachon in understanding and connecting with Hashem, using insights from Rabbi Lazer Brody and Reb Meilech Biederman's teachings.And much more ... Please submit your questions at [email protected] The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way. This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5 This episode (Ep. #34) of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!! Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on May 4, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 7, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #AskAway, #Halacha, #Jewishlaw, #Jewishtraditions, ★ Support this podcast ★
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Ep. 37 - Ask Away! #9 | The Q&A Series
Ep. 37 - Ask Away! #9 | The Q&A Series
May 7, 2025
23:46
Unlock the secrets of Torah study and prayer with us as we spark an engaging conversation on whether it's more beneficial for two women to study alone or attend a class with a Rebbetzin. We'll guide you through the importance of balancing independent study and guided learning to grasp the true essence of Torah teachings. By drawing parallels to yeshiva education, we're reminded of the importance of learning from a teacher whose lineage traces back to Moses, ensuring you stay aligned with authentic Jewish theology. Alongside, we delve into Olivia's curious query on women's prayer obligations, shedding light on the diverse practices and rhythms of prayer in Jewish life. Navigate the depths of Emunah and Bitachon with insights from Rabbi Lazer Brody's "Ein Od Milvado," as we explore the relationship between faith and trust in Hashem. Through relatable analogies and teachings from revered figures like Reb Meilech Biederman and King David, we emphasize the clarity and trust needed even in uncertain times. As we wrap up, we warmly invite you to contribute your questions and be an active part of our vibrant community. Together, let's enrich our shared learning journey and deepen our connection with the divine. In this episode of Ask Away we address these various topics:Torah Study and Prayer Importance: Studying Torah through books and classes with a Rebbetzin ensures correct understanding and adherence to Jewish theology.Building Trust Through Faith in Hashem: Emunah and bitachon in understanding and connecting with Hashem, using insights from Rabbi Lazer Brody and Reb Meilech Biederman's teachings.And much more ... Please submit your questions at [email protected] The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way. This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5 This episode (Ep. #34) of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!! Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on May 4, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 7, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #AskAway, #Halacha, #Jewishlaw, #Jewishtraditions, ★ Support this podcast ★
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Chazara Shevuos 5
Chazara Shevuos 5
May 7, 2025
16:17
Knowing from school
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Shevuos 6
Shevuos 6
May 7, 2025
27:31
Ceasar and King Shapur
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Bizarre Facts You Need to Know About Pain (Way 25)
Bizarre Facts You Need to Know About Pain (Way 25)
May 8, 2025
7:53
Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH (Ep. #111) In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 25: B'Kabalat Yisurim - with Accepting Pain, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages that pain is a biproduct of accomplishment. AS the adage goes "No pain, No Gain" ... and If you're experiencing pain, you're probably doing something good! During the 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot we celebrate and focus on this exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. This podcast was recorded during the 48 ways series during those 49 days. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 24, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on July 14, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★
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Jewish Inspiration: Bizarre Facts You Need to Know About Pain (Way 25)
Jewish Inspiration: Bizarre Facts You Need to Know About Pain (Way 25)
May 8, 2025
7:53
Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH (Ep. #111) In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 25: B'Kabalat Yisurim - with Accepting Pain, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages that pain is a biproduct of accomplishment. AS the adage goes "No pain, No Gain" ... and If you're experiencing pain, you're probably doing something good! During the 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot we celebrate and focus on this exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. This podcast was recorded during the 48 ways series during those 49 days. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 24, 2022, in Houston, Texas. Released as Podcast on July 14, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★
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Timeless Principles of Purity and Righteousness (Parsha Power: Acharei-Kedoshim)
Timeless Principles of Purity and Righteousness (Parsha Power: Acharei-Kedoshim)
May 8, 2025
1:02:28
Unlock the profound secrets of holiness and spiritual resilience as we journey through the dual Torah portions of Acharei Mos and Kedoshim. By exploring the sacred commandments that guide Jewish life, we uncover the timeless wisdom meant to safeguard against negative influences, drawing from Rashi's insights to highlight the sanctity of the land and the nature of moral conduct. Our discussion invites you to reflect on how divine guidance, as laid out in the Torah, helps navigate the complexities of life, emphasizing the importance of maintaining purity and righteousness in a world filled with challenges. The episode takes a fascinating turn as we explore the transformative power of the number 40 within Jewish tradition—its symbolism woven through stories of Noah, the Israelites, and spiritual practices like the mikvah. Delve into the remarkable narrative of the Rambam, whose ingenious wit and scholarly brilliance left a legacy that continues to inspire. By examining the enduring impact of his Mishnah Torah, we draw parallels to modern efforts, like the ArtScroll translations, that democratize Jewish learning, underscoring a shared commitment to accessible scholarship. Finally, immerse yourself in the deep-seated values of appreciation and respect, as we discuss the mitzvah of covering blood in kosher practices and the concept of Hakaras Hatov. Through historical anecdotes and personal stories, we highlight the importance of gratitude, humane practices, and the moral compass provided by the Torah. This episode is a heartfelt tribute to the principles that define Judaism, reminding us of our responsibilities to each other and to all living creatures, urging us to lead lives filled with honor, kindness, and purpose. This episode (Ep 7.28) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Acharei-Kedoshim is dedicated in honor of our President & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing Recorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on May 6, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 8, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.tansistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #Torah, #Parsha, #Leviticus, #Holiness, #SpiritualResilience, #Sanctity, #Purity, #Righteousness, #Challenges, #Transformation, #Rebirth ★ Support this podcast ★
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Acharei Mos/Kedoshim – Sparring Mates
Acharei Mos/Kedoshim – Sparring Mates
May 8, 2025
52:22
If you chanced upon sparring mates going at it, you may come to the mistaken impression that these two are enemies who want each other’s throats. But the truth is, a sparring mate is helpful tool to improve your craft. The Almighty endowed us with a very helpful sparring mate to help bring the best […]
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Timeless Principles of Purity and Righteousness (Parsha Power: Acharei-Kedoshim)
Timeless Principles of Purity and Righteousness (Parsha Power: Acharei-Kedoshim)
May 8, 2025
1:02:28
Unlock the profound secrets of holiness and spiritual resilience as we journey through the dual Torah portions of Acharei Mos and Kedoshim. By exploring the sacred commandments that guide Jewish life, we uncover the timeless wisdom meant to safeguard against negative influences, drawing from Rashi's insights to highlight the sanctity of the land and the nature of moral conduct. Our discussion invites you to reflect on how divine guidance, as laid out in the Torah, helps navigate the complexities of life, emphasizing the importance of maintaining purity and righteousness in a world filled with challenges. The episode takes a fascinating turn as we explore the transformative power of the number 40 within Jewish tradition—its symbolism woven through stories of Noah, the Israelites, and spiritual practices like the mikvah. Delve into the remarkable narrative of the Rambam, whose ingenious wit and scholarly brilliance left a legacy that continues to inspire. By examining the enduring impact of his Mishnah Torah, we draw parallels to modern efforts, like the ArtScroll translations, that democratize Jewish learning, underscoring a shared commitment to accessible scholarship. Finally, immerse yourself in the deep-seated values of appreciation and respect, as we discuss the mitzvah of covering blood in kosher practices and the concept of Hakaras Hatov. Through historical anecdotes and personal stories, we highlight the importance of gratitude, humane practices, and the moral compass provided by the Torah. This episode is a heartfelt tribute to the principles that define Judaism, reminding us of our responsibilities to each other and to all living creatures, urging us to lead lives filled with honor, kindness, and purpose. This episode (Ep 7.28) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Acharei-Kedoshim is dedicated in honor of our President & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing Recorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on May 6, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 8, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.tansistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #Torah, #Parsha, #Leviticus, #Holiness, #SpiritualResilience, #Sanctity, #Purity, #Righteousness, #Challenges, #Transformation, #Rebirth ★ Support this podcast ★
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Chazara Shevuos 6
Chazara Shevuos 6
May 8, 2025
17:40
from the egg membrane and up
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Shevuos 7
Shevuos 7
May 8, 2025
28:40
The goat that is brought inside
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Ep 78 - Finding Light in Moments of Suffering (Berachos 5a)
Ep 78 - Finding Light in Moments of Suffering (Berachos 5a)
May 9, 2025
43:35
Amidst the hum of life's daily challenges, I found myself pondering the deeper meanings behind adversity and spiritual growth. Our episode today begins with a profound reflection on a Talmudic passage from Tractate Brachot, which contrasts the human experience of loss with the divine joy of gifting the Torah. This exploration sets the stage for a broader conversation on how personal struggles can spark introspection, especially poignant as we honor Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day. We delve into the dualities of human nature, reflecting on both the capacity for cruelty and the remarkable resilience and compassion that define our shared history. Our journey then takes us alongside the Baal Shem Tov to the bustling city of Istanbul, where his unwavering faith in divine providence leads to remarkable encounters just before Pesach. A wealthy couple's hospitality turns into a mystical adventure, emphasizing the power of simple faith and curiosity in spiritual growth. Through his trials and the eventual recitation of the Aleph Bet, we explore the foundational role of learning and faith in our lives, highlighting the profound connection between belief and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment. Lastly, we turn our attention to the themes of prophecy and suffering, exploring how moments of pain can serve as catalysts for personal growth. Sharing personal stories of illness and resilience, we consider how these experiences can be viewed as divine communication, urging us to seek deeper understanding. Whether it's a burnt hand at Pesach or the enduring health challenges of loved ones, these stories remind us of the importance of introspection and faith. By embracing adversity, we invite opportunities for spiritual alignment and a more profound relationship with the divine. Join us as we navigate the complexities of faith, suffering, and the pursuit of spiritual insight. The Thinking Talmudist Podcast shares select teachings of Talmud in a fresh, insightful and meaningful way. Many claim that they cannot learn Talmud because it is in ancient Aramaic or the concepts are too difficult. Well, no more excuses. In this podcast you will experience the refreshing and eye-opening teachings while gaining an amazing appreciation for the divine wisdom of the Torah and the depths of the Talmud. This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by David & Susan Marbin Recorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios to a live audience on April 25, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 9, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #Talmud, #Berachos, #Talmudic, #Adversity, #Loss, #Introspection, #Prophecy, #Suffering, #Pain, #Illness, #Resilience ★ Support this podcast ★
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It's Easier to Succeed When You Know Your Place (Way 26)
It's Easier to Succeed When You Know Your Place (Way 26)
May 9, 2025
18:41
Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH (Ep. #112) In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 26: Hamakir Et Mekomo - Knowing One's Place, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages about the benefits of knowing where we stand with regards to the almighty, with others and with ourselves. Knowing you place is key to success in all areas of life. During the 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot we celebrate and focus on this exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. This podcast was recorded during the 48 ways series during those 49 days. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 24, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on July 17, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★
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Jewish Inspiration: It's Easier to Succeed When You Know Your Place (Way 26)
Jewish Inspiration: It's Easier to Succeed When You Know Your Place (Way 26)
May 9, 2025
18:41
Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH (Ep. #112) In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 26: Hamakir Et Mekomo - Knowing One's Place, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages about the benefits of knowing where we stand with regards to the almighty, with others and with ourselves. Knowing you place is key to success in all areas of life. During the 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot we celebrate and focus on this exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. This podcast was recorded during the 48 ways series during those 49 days. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 24, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on July 17, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★
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Finding Light in Moments of Suffering (Talmudist: Berachos 5a)
Finding Light in Moments of Suffering (Talmudist: Berachos 5a)
May 9, 2025
43:35
Amidst the hum of life's daily challenges, I found myself pondering the deeper meanings behind adversity and spiritual growth. Our episode today begins with a profound reflection on a Talmudic passage from Tractate Brachot, which contrasts the human experience of loss with the divine joy of gifting the Torah. This exploration sets the stage for a broader conversation on how personal struggles can spark introspection, especially poignant as we honor Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day. We delve into the dualities of human nature, reflecting on both the capacity for cruelty and the remarkable resilience and compassion that define our shared history. Our journey then takes us alongside the Baal Shem Tov to the bustling city of Istanbul, where his unwavering faith in divine providence leads to remarkable encounters just before Pesach. A wealthy couple's hospitality turns into a mystical adventure, emphasizing the power of simple faith and curiosity in spiritual growth. Through his trials and the eventual recitation of the Aleph Bet, we explore the foundational role of learning and faith in our lives, highlighting the profound connection between belief and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment. Lastly, we turn our attention to the themes of prophecy and suffering, exploring how moments of pain can serve as catalysts for personal growth. Sharing personal stories of illness and resilience, we consider how these experiences can be viewed as divine communication, urging us to seek deeper understanding. Whether it's a burnt hand at Pesach or the enduring health challenges of loved ones, these stories remind us of the importance of introspection and faith. By embracing adversity, we invite opportunities for spiritual alignment and a more profound relationship with the divine. Join us as we navigate the complexities of faith, suffering, and the pursuit of spiritual insight. The Thinking Talmudist Podcast shares select teachings of Talmud in a fresh, insightful and meaningful way. Many claim that they cannot learn Talmud because it is in ancient Aramaic or the concepts are too difficult. Well, no more excuses. In this podcast you will experience the refreshing and eye-opening teachings while gaining an amazing appreciation for the divine wisdom of the Torah and the depths of the Talmud. This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by David & Susan Marbin Recorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios to a live audience on April 25, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 9, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #Talmud, #Berachos, #Talmudic, #Adversity, #Loss, #Introspection, #Prophecy, #Suffering, #Pain, #Illness, #Resilience ★ Support this podcast ★
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Complex Calculations (3:23)
Complex Calculations (3:23)
May 9, 2025
33:43
What is the relationship between Torah and secular disciplines such as astronomy mathematics? In a pithy and cryptic teaching, Rabbi Elazar Chisma – a Sage who excelled in both – offers an insightful perspective. This Ethics Podcast was originally released on the Ethics Podcast on Sep 1, 2019 – – – – – – – […]
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Ep. 20 - The Door that God Closed
Ep. 20 - The Door that God Closed
May 9, 2025
50:02
Could a single person have stopped the Great Flood? Learn the profound power of individual righteousness as we continue our journey through Noah's story. Rabbi Epstein unpacks the startling revelation that if just one more person had joined Noah's family, the entire world might have been spared—highlighting Noah's tragic failure to influence even a single soul during his 120 years of ark-building. This episode explores the Jewish understanding of communal righteousness, comparing the power of nine righteous individuals to Abraham's later negotiations for Sodom. We also examine our responsibility as stewards of creation, wrestling with complex questions about animal extinction and humanity's role in a world divinely designed. What's the purpose of non-kosher animals? The answer challenges our assumptions about knowledge, medicine, and the hidden functions of all God's creatures. The episode concludes with a beautiful insight about why God Himself had to close the ark door—a divine gesture that answers Noah's impossible dilemma and reveals the perfect harmony of the Creator's plan. Join us for a journey that will transform how you see your own potential to influence the world around you.
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Unifying The Name Yud-Key with Vav-Key
Unifying The Name Yud-Key with Vav-Key
May 9, 2025
26:03
In this episode, we delve into the powerful declaration recited before counting the Omer: “For the sake of the unification of the Holy One, blessed is He, and His Divine Presence (Shechinah), in fear and love, to unify the name Yud-Key with Vav-Key in perfect unity, in the name of all Israel.” This phrase encapsulates a central spiritual mission—to unify Hashem’s name—and we explore how this idea is not only mystical, but deeply practical. From Pesukei D’Zimra to Shema, our daily tefillos are structured around this theme. Drawing on insights from Chassidus, the Baal Shem Tov, Rabbi Nachum Ish Gamzu, and contemporary Torah thinkers, this episode offers a path to internalize that all is from Hashem—and ultimately for the good. By minimizing the delay between challenge and trust, between pain and perspective, we take real steps to unify His name and bring the world closer to the era of Moshiach. Join the Conversation! Be part of our growing community—join the Shema Podcast for the Perplexed WhatsApp group to share feedback, discuss episodes, and suggest future topics. Click here to sign up.
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Jewish Inspiration: Fact Check - 5 Common Misconceptions About Happiness (Way 27)
Jewish Inspiration: Fact Check - 5 Common Misconceptions About Happiness (Way 27)
May 10, 2025
27:11
Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH (Ep. #114)In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 27: Hasameiach Bechelko - Happy with your share, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages about the foundation of what every human being seeks -- Happiness. Happiness is not about what you don't have, it's about what you DO have! Focus on the gift you have and you'll be forever joyful. During the 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot we celebrate and focus on this exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. This podcast was recorded during the 48 ways series during those 49 days. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 24, 2022, in Houston, Texas. Released as Podcast on July 22, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★
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Fact Check: 5 Common Misconceptions About Happiness (Way 27)
Fact Check: 5 Common Misconceptions About Happiness (Way 27)
May 10, 2025
27:11
Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH (Ep. #114) In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe talks about Way 27: Hasameiach Bechelko - Happy with your share, and shares great insights, stories and lessons from the teaching of our sages about the foundation of what every human being seeks -- Happiness. Happiness is not about what you don't have, it's about what you DO have! Focus on the gift you have and you'll be forever joyful. During the 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot we celebrate and focus on this exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. This podcast was recorded during the 48 ways series during those 49 days. **** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwol Jewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes Please send your questions, comments and even your stories to [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 24, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on July 22, 2022 ★ Support this podcast ★
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Laws of Erev Pesach that Falls on Shabbat (Siman 115)
Laws of Erev Pesach that Falls on Shabbat (Siman 115)
Mar 30, 2025
28:15
Ever wondered how you would prepare for Pesach when Erev Pesach falls on Shabbos? Uncover the intriguing nuances and challenges this unique situation presents as we navigate the crucial steps of cleaning, searching, and selling chametz without the ability to conduct these tasks on Shabbos itself. We'll guide you through the process of handling valuable chametz items, like expensive alcohol, ensuring they’re sold appropriately. Plus, get insights on verifying kosher for Passover products with local store recommendations to make your preparation seamless and stress-free. Managing Shabbos meals when it coincides with the day before Pesach requires creativity and careful planning. Join us as we explore practical solutions for avoiding chametz and fulfilling the mitzvah of eating three meals on Shabbos, all while observing the constraints of the holiday. We'll also delve into the specifics of cleaning your home for Pesach, using special tools, and understanding the significance of the Haftorah reading for Shabbos Hagadol. Recorded from a live audience presentation in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studios (B) in Houston, Texas on March 23, 2025Released as Podcast on March 30, 2025 The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way. This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5 This Bonus episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!! Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on March 9, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 12, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #Law, #Mitzvah, #ErevPesach, #Shabbos, #PesachPrep, #Cleaning, #Searching, #Selling, #Chametz, #Passover ★ Support this podcast ★
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3.1 Parshas Vayikra Review: The Offerings
3.1 Parshas Vayikra Review: The Offerings
Mar 30, 2025
23:10
This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 3.1) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Vayikra offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. 00:10 - Parsha Summary06:25 - Important Lessons Segment This Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated to the Speedy and complete Refuah of Perl-Leah bas Sara Esther. Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing ***** To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwolJewish Inspiration Podcast - https://linktr.ee/jewishinspirationUnboxing Judaism Podcast - https://linktr.ee/unboxingjudaismParsha Review Podcast - https://linktr.ee/parshareviewLiving Jewishly Podcast - https://linktr.ee/jewishlyThinking Talmudist Podcast - https://linktr.ee/talmudist Please send your questions, comments and even your stories relating to this parsha to [email protected]. Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php.Thank you! For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on March 23, 2023, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 23, 2023 ★ Support this podcast ★
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Laws of Erev Pesach that Falls on Shabbat (Siman 115)
Laws of Erev Pesach that Falls on Shabbat (Siman 115)
Mar 30, 2025
28:15
Ever wondered how you would prepare for Pesach when Erev Pesach falls on Shabbos? Uncover the intriguing nuances and challenges this unique situation presents as we navigate the crucial steps of cleaning, searching, and selling chametz without the ability to conduct these tasks on Shabbos itself. We'll guide you through the process of handling valuable chametz items, like expensive alcohol, ensuring they’re sold appropriately. Plus, get insights on verifying kosher for Passover products with local store recommendations to make your preparation seamless and stress-free. Managing Shabbos meals when it coincides with the day before Pesach requires creativity and careful planning. Join us as we explore practical solutions for avoiding chametz and fulfilling the mitzvah of eating three meals on Shabbos, all while observing the constraints of the holiday. We'll also delve into the specifics of cleaning your home for Pesach, using special tools, and understanding the significance of the Haftorah reading for Shabbos Hagadol. Recorded from a live audience presentation in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studios (B) in Houston, Texas on March 23, 2025Released as Podcast on March 30, 2025 The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way. This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5 This Bonus episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!! Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on March 9, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 12, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #Law, #Mitzvah, #ErevPesach, #Shabbos, #PesachPrep, #Cleaning, #Searching, #Selling, #Chametz, #Passover ★ Support this podcast ★
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The Complete Bible Crash Course - Book of Leviticus (Vayikra)
The Complete Bible Crash Course - Book of Leviticus (Vayikra)
Mar 30, 2025
44:45
Stepping into the realm of sacred rituals and spiritual purity, we journey through the Book of Leviticus, unraveling the deep-seated teachings that have shaped the path to divine connection. This podcast episode invites you to traverse the profound intricacies of ancient offerings and their contemporary implications. We delve into the roles and responsibilities of both the ancient Israelites and the priests, and the resonating lesson from Nadav and Avihu's story about the gravity of adhering to spiritual protocol. Holiness and atonement are cornerstones of spiritual life, and in this session, they come to the forefront as we dissect the Torah portions of Acharei Mot and Kedoshim. The narrative of Yom Kippur unfolds, revealing its timeless message of repentance and the grace of forgiveness that follows sincere change. The respectful treatment of blood in kosher practices opens a window into the ethical fabric woven through our dietary laws, reminding us of the sanctity of life itself. As our exploration reaches its zenith, we turn inward, examining the essence of personal sanctity and the practical steps one can take to maintain it in modern society. From internet use to the sanctification of time, we seek to understand how our everyday choices contribute to a life of holiness. We share reflections on the moral imperatives that guide our interactions with others' property and lives, underscoring the enduring values of respect and restitution. This episode is dedicated to Meira Wolbe & Shimon Prupas on their engagement!! Download & Print the Class Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1O3-lipTZyLSRnHs-IIdZLTB822LyuLwc?usp=sharing Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on February 13, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on February 22, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★
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The Complete Bible Crash Course: Book of Leviticus (Vayikra)
The Complete Bible Crash Course: Book of Leviticus (Vayikra)
Mar 30, 2025
44:45
Stepping into the realm of sacred rituals and spiritual purity, we journey through the Book of Leviticus, unraveling the deep-seated teachings that have shaped the path to divine connection. This podcast episode invites you to traverse the profound intricacies of ancient offerings and their contemporary implications. We delve into the roles and responsibilities of both the ancient Israelites and the priests, and the resonating lesson from Nadav and Avihu's story about the gravity of adhering to spiritual protocol. Holiness and atonement are cornerstones of spiritual life, and in this session, they come to the forefront as we dissect the Torah portions of Acharei Mot and Kedoshim. The narrative of Yom Kippur unfolds, revealing its timeless message of repentance and the grace of forgiveness that follows sincere change. The respectful treatment of blood in kosher practices opens a window into the ethical fabric woven through our dietary laws, reminding us of the sanctity of life itself. As our exploration reaches its zenith, we turn inward, examining the essence of personal sanctity and the practical steps one can take to maintain it in modern society. From internet use to the sanctification of time, we seek to understand how our everyday choices contribute to a life of holiness. We share reflections on the moral imperatives that guide our interactions with others' property and lives, underscoring the enduring values of respect and restitution. This episode is dedicated to Meira Wolbe & Shimon Prupas on their engagement!! Download & Print the Class Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1O3-lipTZyLSRnHs-IIdZLTB822LyuLwc?usp=sharing Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on February 13, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on February 22, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★
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Chazara Sanhedrin 102
Chazara Sanhedrin 102
Mar 30, 2025
23:22
Me, you and the son of Yishai will tour Gan Eden
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Sanhedrin 103
Sanhedrin 103
Mar 30, 2025
23:25
The bread of Micha
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Hagaddah Roundtable (With TORCH Rabbis & Special Guests)
Hagaddah Roundtable (With TORCH Rabbis & Special Guests)
Mar 31, 2025
59:40
Unlock the secrets of the Torah's timeless wisdom as we explore its profound implications with esteemed rabbis like Rabbi Danny Masri, Rabbi Bucsko, and Rabbi David Spetner. Journey with us to Mount Sinai, where we unravel the enigmatic line in the Pesach Haggadah's Dayenu, pondering the meaning behind standing at Sinai without receiving the Torah. With insights from the late Rosh Yeshiva of Neri Yisroel and the Sfas Emes, we discuss the concept of the Torah as the world's blueprint, emphasizing its existence before it was formally given at Sinai and its role as the universe's spiritual foundation. Experience the power of unity as we reflect on stories shared by Rabbi Tzvi Kushalevsky and Rabbi Matisyahu Salamon. Discover how unparalleled unity was essential for receiving the Torah at Sinai, with each soul representing a letter in it. Rabbi Solomon’s tale of compassion and community support showcases the depth of unity within the Jewish faith, as he exemplifies kindness to a mourning family amid personal celebrations. This episode captures the essence of collective readiness, highlighting how harmony and support form the bedrock of Jewish communal life. Reflect on the deeper meanings of Passover traditions, from the symbolism of karpas to Joseph's journey from slavery to power. Through contributions from Rabbeinu Bachya and Rashi, we connect the themes of unity and redemption, emphasizing hope and growth through adversity. As we prepare for redemption and the Messiah's arrival, gain insights from figures like the Chofetz Chaim on practical steps and perspective changes needed for a meaningful Pesach. Join us for an episode filled with reflections and inspirations, guiding us toward a hopeful future. Hosts: Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe, Rabbi Chaim BucskoGuests: Rabbi Danny Masri and Rabbis Spetner and Heinemann from the Cincinnati Kollel Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studios (A) in Houston, Texas on March 27, 2025 with Audio Engineer: Shlomo WolbeReleased as Podcast on March 31, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe:NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #Torah, #TimelessWisdom, #Rabbi, #PesachHaggadah, #MountSinai, #Unity, #Blueprint, #RoshYeshiva, #NerYisroel, #SfasEmes, #JewishCommunity, #Redemption, #Passover, #Symbolism, #Karpas, #Joseph, #Coronation, #Maimonides, #Kabbalists, #SaltWater, #Haroset, #Love, #Unity, #Cycles, #UpsandDowns, #SederPlate, #Egg, #Mordechai, #Purim, #Messiah, #Nisan, #Adar, #Exodus, #JewishPeople, #Miracles, #Preparation, #Israel, #ChafetzChaim, #Pesach, #Guidance ★ Support this podcast ★
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Divine Providence in Jewish Tradition (Parsha In-Focus: Vayikra)
Divine Providence in Jewish Tradition (Parsha In-Focus: Vayikra)
Mar 31, 2025
22:54
Embark on a spiritual quest with us as we uncover the hidden layers of humility and divine intricacy in the Book of Leviticus, starting with the enigmatic small 'alef' in 'Vayikra.' Witness a deeper connection to the Jewish tradition, as we are guided through the unseen hand of Hashgacha Pratit, divine providence, influencing life’s tapestry. From the riveting narrative of Esther to the pivotal moments in Exodus, we'll unravel how every juncture of history and personal crossroad is part of a grander divine scheme. Prepare to have your perspective on daily occurrences transformed as we analyze the profound implications of divine providence woven into our lives, much like the pivotal tales from the Megillah and Exodus. Discover the unwavering constants of Hashem’s world mirrored in the natural order and delve into the astonishing physical evidence that breathes authenticity into the Torah's narratives. Join us for an exploration that promises to not only enrich your understanding but also offer a newfound appreciation for the spiritual connection in every heartbeat of existence. This episode (Ep 6.24) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Vayikra is dedicated in Honor of Tzali & Sari Wolbe on the birth of Uriel Dovid & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on March 19, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 21, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★
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Summoning God (3:7)
Summoning God (3:7)
Mar 31, 2025
21:07
In Jewish literature, Torah is called the Word of God. In this mishna we learn about its ability to bridge the gap between man and his Creator. This Ethics Podcast was originally released on the Ethics Podcast on Jan 7, 2019 – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
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Hagaddah Roundtable (with TORCH Rabbis & Special Guests)
Hagaddah Roundtable (with TORCH Rabbis & Special Guests)
Mar 31, 2025
59:40
Unlock the secrets of the Torah's timeless wisdom as we explore its profound implications with esteemed rabbis like Rabbi Danny Masri, Rabbi Bucsko, and Rabbi David Spetner. Journey with us to Mount Sinai, where we unravel the enigmatic line in the Pesach Haggadah's Dayenu, pondering the meaning behind standing at Sinai without receiving the Torah. With insights from the late Rosh Yeshiva of Neri Yisroel and the Sfas Emes, we discuss the concept of the Torah as the world's blueprint, emphasizing its existence before it was formally given at Sinai and its role as the universe's spiritual foundation. Experience the power of unity as we reflect on stories shared by Rabbi Tzvi Kushalevsky and Rabbi Matisyahu Salamon. Discover how unparalleled unity was essential for receiving the Torah at Sinai, with each soul representing a letter in it. Rabbi Solomon’s tale of compassion and community support showcases the depth of unity within the Jewish faith, as he exemplifies kindness to a mourning family amid personal celebrations. This episode captures the essence of collective readiness, highlighting how harmony and support form the bedrock of Jewish communal life. Reflect on the deeper meanings of Passover traditions, from the symbolism of karpas to Joseph's journey from slavery to power. Through contributions from Rabbeinu Bachya and Rashi, we connect the themes of unity and redemption, emphasizing hope and growth through adversity. As we prepare for redemption and the Messiah's arrival, gain insights from figures like the Chofetz Chaim on practical steps and perspective changes needed for a meaningful Pesach. Join us for an episode filled with reflections and inspirations, guiding us toward a hopeful future. Hosts: Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe, Rabbi Chaim BucskoGuests: Rabbi Danny Masri and Rabbis Spetner and Heinemann from the Cincinnati Kollel Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studios (A) in Houston, Texas on March 27, 2025 with Audio Engineer: Shlomo WolbeReleased as Podcast on March 31, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe:NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #Torah, #TimelessWisdom, #Rabbi, #PesachHaggadah, #MountSinai, #Unity, #Blueprint, #RoshYeshiva, #NerYisroel, #SfasEmes, #JewishCommunity, #Redemption, #Passover, #Symbolism, #Karpas, #Joseph, #Coronation, #Maimonides, #Kabbalists, #SaltWater, #Haroset, #Love, #Unity, #Cycles, #UpsandDowns, #SederPlate, #Egg, #Mordechai, #Purim, #Messiah, #Nisan, #Adar, #Exodus, #JewishPeople, #Miracles, #Preparation, #Israel, #ChafetzChaim, #Pesach, #Guidance ★ Support this podcast ★
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Divine Providence in Jewish Tradition (Parsha In-Focus: Vayikra)
Divine Providence in Jewish Tradition (Parsha In-Focus: Vayikra)
Mar 31, 2025
22:54
Embark on a spiritual quest with us as we uncover the hidden layers of humility and divine intricacy in the Book of Leviticus, starting with the enigmatic small 'alef' in 'Vayikra.' Witness a deeper connection to the Jewish tradition, as we are guided through the unseen hand of Hashgacha Pratit, divine providence, influencing life’s tapestry. From the riveting narrative of Esther to the pivotal moments in Exodus, we'll unravel how every juncture of history and personal crossroad is part of a grander divine scheme. Prepare to have your perspective on daily occurrences transformed as we analyze the profound implications of divine providence woven into our lives, much like the pivotal tales from the Megillah and Exodus. Discover the unwavering constants of Hashem’s world mirrored in the natural order and delve into the astonishing physical evidence that breathes authenticity into the Torah's narratives. Join us for an exploration that promises to not only enrich your understanding but also offer a newfound appreciation for the spiritual connection in every heartbeat of existence. This episode (Ep 6.24) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Vayikra is dedicated in Honor of Tzali & Sari Wolbe on the birth of Uriel Dovid & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on March 19, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 21, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★
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Kosher Astrology with Yitzchok Pinkesz
Kosher Astrology with Yitzchok Pinkesz
Mar 31, 2025
50:25
What if your soul came into this world with a divine instruction manual, and it’s written in the stars? In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Yitzchok Pinkesz, author of Kosher Astrology, to explore the little-known but deeply sourced Jewish approach to astrology. From Abraham Avinu’s celestial insights to the Ramchal’s cosmic system, we uncover how Torah giants throughout the generations saw astrology not as superstition, but as a spiritual tool when used within halachic boundaries. Whether you're skeptical or curious, this episode brings a fascinating and Torah-rooted perspective on the stars above and the soul within.Join the Conversation! Be part of our growing community—join the Shema Podcast for the Perplexed WhatsApp group to share feedback, discuss episodes, and suggest future topics. Click here to sign up.Kosher Astrology is available on Amazon USAExplore your truly unique Chart Reading Session at Kosherastro.comFollow Yitzchok Pinkesz on Instagram @kosherastroSubscribe to Yitzchock Pinkesz YouTube Channel @KosherAstro
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Chazara Sanhedrin 103
Chazara Sanhedrin 103
Mar 31, 2025
19:57
Being kind or being harsh
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Sanhedrin 104
Sanhedrin 104
Apr 1, 2025
33:34
The greatness of hospitality
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Vayikra: Five-Course Meal Offering with Rabbi Dovid Biron (5783)
Vayikra: Five-Course Meal Offering with Rabbi Dovid Biron (5783)
Apr 1, 2025
47:45
We begin the Book of Leviticus with a Parsha Podcast treat: I invited my friend and study partner Rabbi Dovid Biron to guest host this week’s episode. He did not disappoint. In this podcast we learn about the meal offering, how it differs from ordinary sacrifices, and the powerful and life changing lessons that it […]
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Chazara Sanhedrin 104
Chazara Sanhedrin 104
Apr 1, 2025
20:05
The value of embarrassment
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Sanhedrin 105
Sanhedrin 105
Apr 1, 2025
28:30
The merit of Balaks offerings
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Ep. 35 - Ask Away! #7 | The Q&A Series
Ep. 35 - Ask Away! #7 | The Q&A Series
Apr 2, 2025
35:22
Join us for an insightful exploration of Jewish traditions and practices as we prepare for Shabbos and Pesach. We kick off by discussing the practicalities of choosing the right type of bread for Shabbos meals before Pesach. We highlight how pita or lafa can be excellent alternatives to traditional challah, helping to minimize chametz. Additionally, we offer practical tips such as using a plastic tablecloth to manage crumbs and keep your dining space clean. Our conversation touches on the significance of not eating matzah in the two weeks leading up to Pesach and dives into the kosher-for-Passover food options available, including a discussion on lamb shanks for the Seder. We also explore the nuances of showering and bathing on Shabbat, shedding light on the balance between maintaining halachic guidelines and attending to medical necessities. Listen in as we discuss the process and importance of visiting the mikvah, especially for women, with a focus on preparation steps and the significance of cleanliness and purity laws. We share insights on the timeline of events for women post-menstruation, and the cultural aspects that accompany these practices, while emphasizing safety measures and logistical considerations for mikvah visits on Shabbat. In our final segment, we touch on the celebratory nature of the month of Nissan and its impact on prayers, such as the omission of Tachanun. We tackle the intriguing debate surrounding the classification of foods like tortillas and pizza in Halacha, and the blessings they require. Our discussion includes the process of separating challah in commercial bakeries and the importance of acknowledging divine providence. We also highlight the significance of making wise health choices, using a personal story of overcoming smoking to emphasize the importance of preserving our health to honor the gift of life. In this episode of Ask Away we address these various topics: Shabbos Preparations and Traditions: Nature's preparation for Shabbos and Pesach, minimizing chametz, Kosher-for-Passover foods, and the importance of checking eggs and slaughtering chickens properly.Showering and Mikvah on Shabbat: Showering and bathing on Shabbat, including mikvah preparation and cultural significance, emphasizing purity laws and safety measures.Blessings and Dietary Discussions: Omitting prayers in Nisan, classifying foods in Halacha, separating challah, and quitting smoking through unconventional method.Choices and Health: Free will and responsibility in making wise health choices to fulfill spiritual duties and maximize life's purpose.And much more ... Please submit your questions at [email protected] The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way. This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5 This episode (Ep. #34) of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!! Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on March 23, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on April 2, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #AskAway, #Halacha, #Jewishlaw, #Jewishtraditions, #prayer, #calendar ★ Support this podcast ★
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Pesach Roundtable (with TORCH Rabbis & Podcasters)
Pesach Roundtable (with TORCH Rabbis & Podcasters)
Apr 2, 2025
55:44
In preparation for the upcoming festival of Pesach, the TORCH Rabbis and Podcasters gathered together in the magnificent TORCH Centre to discuss the upcoming days of redemption & freedom. Each of us shared an idea about Pesach and how to make the most of these days. If you want to experience a convivial, collegial, conversation about Pesach with the Podcasters of TORCH, now is your chance. Featured in this episode: Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe, Rabbi Chaim Bucsko and TORCH President, Dan Kullman. This Jewish Inspiration Podcast (Ep. #174) is dedicated in honor of our dear friends and neighbors, Barry & Monica Finberg, who have been such incredibly dedicated friends of TORCH for many years! May Hashem continue to bless you with great health and success in all your endeavors. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on March 23, 2023, in Houston, Texas. Released as Podcast on March 27, 2023 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★
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Ep. 35 - Ask Away! #7 | The Q&A Series
Ep. 35 - Ask Away! #7 | The Q&A Series
Apr 2, 2025
35:22
Join us for an insightful exploration of Jewish traditions and practices as we prepare for Shabbos and Pesach. We kick off by discussing the practicalities of choosing the right type of bread for Shabbos meals before Pesach. We highlight how pita or lafa can be excellent alternatives to traditional challah, helping to minimize chametz. Additionally, we offer practical tips such as using a plastic tablecloth to manage crumbs and keep your dining space clean. Our conversation touches on the significance of not eating matzah in the two weeks leading up to Pesach and dives into the kosher-for-Passover food options available, including a discussion on lamb shanks for the Seder. We also explore the nuances of showering and bathing on Shabbat, shedding light on the balance between maintaining halachic guidelines and attending to medical necessities. Listen in as we discuss the process and importance of visiting the mikvah, especially for women, with a focus on preparation steps and the significance of cleanliness and purity laws. We share insights on the timeline of events for women post-menstruation, and the cultural aspects that accompany these practices, while emphasizing safety measures and logistical considerations for mikvah visits on Shabbat. In our final segment, we touch on the celebratory nature of the month of Nissan and its impact on prayers, such as the omission of Tachanun. We tackle the intriguing debate surrounding the classification of foods like tortillas and pizza in Halacha, and the blessings they require. Our discussion includes the process of separating challah in commercial bakeries and the importance of acknowledging divine providence. We also highlight the significance of making wise health choices, using a personal story of overcoming smoking to emphasize the importance of preserving our health to honor the gift of life. In this episode of Ask Away we address these various topics: Shabbos Preparations and Traditions: Nature's preparation for Shabbos and Pesach, minimizing chametz, Kosher-for-Passover foods, and the importance of checking eggs and slaughtering chickens properly.Showering and Mikvah on Shabbat: Showering and bathing on Shabbat, including mikvah preparation and cultural significance, emphasizing purity laws and safety measures.Blessings and Dietary Discussions: Omitting prayers in Nisan, classifying foods in Halacha, separating challah, and quitting smoking through unconventional method.Choices and Health: Free will and responsibility in making wise health choices to fulfill spiritual duties and maximize life's purpose.And much more ... Please submit your questions at [email protected] The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way. This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5 This episode (Ep. #34) of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!! Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on March 23, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on April 2, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #AskAway, #Halacha, #Jewishlaw, #Jewishtraditions, #prayer, #calendar ★ Support this podcast ★
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Pesach Roundtable (with TORCH Rabbis & Podcasters)
Pesach Roundtable (with TORCH Rabbis & Podcasters)
Apr 2, 2025
55:44
In preparation for the upcoming festival of Pesach, the TORCH Rabbis and Podcasters gathered together in the magnificent TORCH Centre to discuss the upcoming days of redemption & freedom. Each of us shared an idea about Pesach and how to make the most of these days. If you want to experience a convivial, collegial, conversation about Pesach with the Podcasters of TORCH, now is your chance. Featured in this episode: Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe, Rabbi Chaim Bucsko and TORCH President, Dan Kullman. This Jewish Inspiration Podcast (Ep. #174) is dedicated in honor of our dear friends and neighbors, Barry & Monica Finberg, who have been such incredibly dedicated friends of TORCH for many years! May Hashem continue to bless you with great health and success in all your endeavors. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on March 23, 2023, in Houston, Texas. Released as Podcast on March 27, 2023 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★
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Charity or Piracy (3:8)
Charity or Piracy (3:8)
Apr 2, 2025
27:01
Why do we give charity? Is there a cap of 20% to how much we can give? In this mishna we learn about a striking rationale for charity, answer these questions, and contrast the two types of givers. This Ethics Podcast was originally released on the Ethics Podcast on Jan 13, 2019 – – – […]
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Chazara Sanhedrin 105
Chazara Sanhedrin 105
Apr 2, 2025
22:38
The fishhook on Balaam
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Sanhedrin 106
Sanhedrin 106
Apr 2, 2025
26:57
Worrying about Doeg
13488
Vayikra – Mind of a Thousand Men
Vayikra – Mind of a Thousand Men
Apr 3, 2025
54:30
The Book of Leviticus begins with sacrifices. We read about the multiple types of elevation sacrifices, meal offerings, peace offerings, sin offerings, etc. None of us would imagine that this Torah section would completely reshape our understanding of Adam and Eve’s Sin in the Garden. But it does. In this Parsha podcast, we discover a […]
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Chazara Sanhedrin 106
Chazara Sanhedrin 106
Apr 3, 2025
18:26
Where is the counter, where is the weigher?
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Sanhedrin 107
Sanhedrin 107
Apr 3, 2025
33:50
Don't push away with both hands
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Stockpiling Diamonds (3:9)
Stockpiling Diamonds (3:9)
Apr 4, 2025
17:18
In an unusually sharp statement, our Sages inform us of the severity of neglecting Torah study. The flip side is also true: Torah study is unfathomably valuable. This Ethics Podcast was originally released on the Ethics Podcast on Jan 20, 2019 – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
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Ep. 18 - How Your Righteousness Shapes the World
Ep. 18 - How Your Righteousness Shapes the World
Apr 4, 2025
54:47
The Torah tells us Noah had three sons, but his first "offspring" was something entirely different. In this eye-opening episode of Breakneck Through the Bible, Rabbi Bentzi Epstein reveals why the Torah describes Noah as "righteous" before mentioning his children—unveiling the profound truth that our spiritual legacy outweighs our biological one. Discover the ancient debate over whether Noah was truly righteous or merely better than his corrupt generation, and why this question holds the key to understanding our own responsibility in the world. Learn why the world was ultimately destroyed during Noah's watch, and what this teaches us about our obligation to infuse righteousness into society through kindness, prayer, and Torah study. Most powerfully, Rabbi Epstein explores why theft—not rebellion against God—was the final sin that triggered the flood, and what this reveals about the Torah's priorities. This episode will transform how you understand Noah's ark, the dimensions that hint at deeper meanings, and the mysterious "window" that may have been something far more extraordinary.
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Chazara Sanhedrin 107
Chazara Sanhedrin 107
Apr 4, 2025
17:59
Don't request a test!
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Sanhedrin 108
Sanhedrin 108
Apr 4, 2025
30:55
Seven extra days
13495
Pesach Seder Masterclass (Jewish Inspiration)
Pesach Seder Masterclass (Jewish Inspiration)
Apr 6, 2025
1:22:09
In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe shares incredible insights into the holy Pesach Seder, with beautiful ideas about the Hagaddah and imparts many remarkable spiritual components for this miraculous time. This episode (Ep. #10) of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated in honor of our dear friends, Kenny & Elyse Freed! May Hashem bless y'all and your beautiful family with good health, success and true Yiddish Nachas!!! Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B on April 3, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on April 5, 2022 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★
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Pesach Seder Masterclass
Pesach Seder Masterclass
Apr 6, 2025
1:22:09
In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe shares incredible insights into the holy Pesach Seder, with beautiful ideas about the Hagaddah and imparts many remarkable spiritual components for this miraculous time. This episode (Ep. #10) of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated in honor of our dear friends, Kenny & Elyse Freed! May Hashem bless y'all and your beautiful family with good health, success and true Yiddish Nachas!!! Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B on April 3, 2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on April 5, 2022 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodes For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★
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Exile Must Happen Before Redemption
Exile Must Happen Before Redemption
Apr 6, 2025
30:44
In this episode, I explore why exile must come before redemption—not just in our history, but in our personal lives. With Pesach around the corner, I reflect on what it really means to be in exile, and how those moments of concealment are actually opportunities to bring Hashem’s light into the world. Drawing from the teachings of the Baal HaSulam and the story of Yosef HaTzaddik, I talk about how we can grow through challenges, align ourselves with the will to bestow, and prepare our hearts for true geulah. This episode is as much a reminder to myself as it is a message to you: our inner Pharaohs aren’t out there—they’re the fears and illusions we carry within. Let's confront them together.
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Chazara Sanhedrin 109
Chazara Sanhedrin 109
Apr 6, 2025
22:53
The schemes of S'dom
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Sanhedrin 110
Sanhedrin 110
Apr 6, 2025
29:27
The status of the generation of the desert
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Five Questions for Pesach
Five Questions for Pesach
Apr 6, 2025
48:34
Pesach (Passover) marks the founding event of our nation. We had been enslaved in Egypt for centuries, and in one night the Almighty extracted a nation from amidst a nation with miracles, signs, and wonders. Each Passover we remember and relive that momentous night. We gather together with our family at the Seder, ask the […]