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9301
Incense (#103-4,110)
Incense (#103-4,110)
Jul 25, 2022
29:36
The most satisfying aroma ever experienced in the history of humanity was the product of the incense offered in the Temple twice every day. A concoction of 11 different spices, mixed with precise proportions and with an irreplicable formula, the wafting aroma permeated Jerusalem and it’s environs. – – – – – – – – […]
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Incense (#103-4,110)
Incense (#103-4,110)
Jul 25, 2022
29:36
The most satisfying aroma ever experienced in the history of humanity was the product of the incense offered in the Temple twice every day. A concoction of 11 different spices, mixed with precise proportions and with an irreplicable formula, the wafting aroma permeated Jerusalem and it’s environs. – – – – – – – – […]
9303
Half-Shekel (#105)
Half-Shekel (#105)
Aug 1, 2022
23:25
In Temple times, every military-age male Jew was required to contribute a half shekel coin to the Temple coffers each year. These donations would fund the yearly supply of communal sacrifices and other related expenses in the Temple. The annual head tax would also serve the vital function of determining the population size. Counting Jews […]
9304
Half-Shekel (#105)
Half-Shekel (#105)
Aug 1, 2022
23:25
In Temple times, every military-age male Jew was required to contribute a half shekel coin to the Temple coffers each year. These donations would fund the yearly supply of communal sacrifices and other related expenses in the Temple. The annual head tax would also serve the vital function of determining the population size. Counting Jews […]
9305
Washing Extremities (#106)
Washing Extremities (#106)
Oct 24, 2022
26:53
Before the priests walked into the Temple Sanctuary and before they performed any holy service, they were required to wash their hands and feet, typically from the copper Laver that was situated between the outer Altar and the entrance to the Sanctuary. – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
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Washing Extremities (#106)
Washing Extremities (#106)
Oct 24, 2022
26:53
Before the priests walked into the Temple Sanctuary and before they performed any holy service, they were required to wash their hands and feet, typically from the copper Laver that was situated between the outer Altar and the entrance to the Sanctuary. – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
9307
Anointment Oil (#107-9)
Anointment Oil (#107-9)
Nov 7, 2022
15:07
Before the inauguration of the Tabernacle, Moshe was told to concoct a special anointment oil to be used for the anointment of Aaron and his priest sons and for all the Temple components, vessels, and accoutrements. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
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Anointment Oil (#107-9)
Anointment Oil (#107-9)
Nov 7, 2022
15:07
Before the inauguration of the Tabernacle, Moshe was told to concoct a special anointment oil to be used for the anointment of Aaron and his priest sons and for all the Temple components, vessels, and accoutrements. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
9309
Idolatrous Wine (#111)
Idolatrous Wine (#111)
Nov 17, 2022
22:39
Of the many laws related to idolatry is a law governing wine and other items used for idolatrous practices. Said items to not be consumed. The Sages extend this prohibition in manifold ways. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
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Idolatrous Wine (#111)
Idolatrous Wine (#111)
Nov 17, 2022
22:39
Of the many laws related to idolatry is a law governing wine and other items used for idolatrous practices. Said items to not be consumed. The Sages extend this prohibition in manifold ways. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
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Olah Sacrifice (#115)
Olah Sacrifice (#115)
Nov 23, 2022
31:26
Sacrifices constitute and important part of Jewish life and practice. Absent the Temple, we cannot offer sacrifices, but we can study them. In this episode we look at the Olah (Elevation) sacrifice. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please […]
9312
Olah Sacrifice (#115)
Olah Sacrifice (#115)
Nov 23, 2022
31:26
Sacrifices constitute and important part of Jewish life and practice. Absent the Temple, we cannot offer sacrifices, but we can study them. In this episode we look at the Olah (Elevation) sacrifice. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please […]
9313
Mincha Offering (#116)
Mincha Offering (#116)
Dec 19, 2022
22:00
The second category of sacrifices featured in Leviticus is actually not one that deals with animal sacrifice. Meal offerings are brought from flour and oil. Not including meal offerings that accompanied animal sacrifices, there are 12 different types of meal offerings. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
9314
Mincha Offering (#116)
Mincha Offering (#116)
Dec 19, 2022
22:00
The second category of sacrifices featured in Leviticus is actually not one that deals with animal sacrifice. Meal offerings are brought from flour and oil. Not including meal offerings that accompanied animal sacrifices, there are 12 different types of meal offerings. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
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Leaven and Honey in Offerings (#117)
Leaven and Honey in Offerings (#117)
Jan 11, 2023
24:30
Meal offerings brought in the Temple must not include – with some exceptions – leaven or honey. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – This Mitzvah Podcast is sponsored by my dear friend and study partner Shaya Gamzon in honor […]
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Leaven and Honey in Offerings (#117)
Leaven and Honey in Offerings (#117)
Jan 11, 2023
24:30
Meal offerings brought in the Temple must not include – with some exceptions – leaven or honey. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – This Mitzvah Podcast is sponsored by my dear friend and study partner Shaya Gamzon in honor […]
9317
Salt in Sacrifices (#118-9)
Salt in Sacrifices (#118-9)
Feb 14, 2023
19:17
One of the many processes and rituals done with sacrifices in the Temple is the mandatory salting of all sacrifices. Both animal sacrifices and meal offerings must be salted before brought upon the altar. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
9318
Salt in Sacrifices (#118-9)
Salt in Sacrifices (#118-9)
Feb 14, 2023
19:17
One of the many processes and rituals done with sacrifices in the Temple is the mandatory salting of all sacrifices. Both animal sacrifices and meal offerings must be salted before brought upon the altar. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
9319
Sin Sacrifices (#120-1)
Sin Sacrifices (#120-1)
Feb 22, 2023
30:56
There are many different types of sacrifices featured in Temple-era Jewish life. A communal or an individual sin sacrifice is the subject of this Mitzvah. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a […]
9320
Sin Sacrifices (#120-1)
Sin Sacrifices (#120-1)
Feb 22, 2023
30:56
There are many different types of sacrifices featured in Temple-era Jewish life. A communal or an individual sin sacrifice is the subject of this Mitzvah. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a […]
9321
Variable Sin Sacrifice (#123)
Variable Sin Sacrifice (#123)
Mar 13, 2023
22:07
Most sacrifices follow a designated protocol which remains unchanged irrespective of the financial wherewithal of the person bringing the sacrifice. This mitzvah is the exception. There are some sins regarding whom the sacrifice brought atone for the sin is means-tested. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
9322
Variable Sin Sacrifice (#123)
Variable Sin Sacrifice (#123)
Mar 13, 2023
22:07
Most sacrifices follow a designated protocol which remains unchanged irrespective of the financial wherewithal of the person bringing the sacrifice. This mitzvah is the exception. There are some sins regarding whom the sacrifice brought atone for the sin is means-tested. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
9323
Bird Sin Sacrifice (#124)
Bird Sin Sacrifice (#124)
Mar 20, 2023
25:21
The bird sin sacrifice, brought by a person who cannot afford to bring a more expensive sacrifice, is processed and slaughtered in an unusual fashion. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a […]
9324
Bird Sin Sacrifice (#124)
Bird Sin Sacrifice (#124)
Mar 20, 2023
25:21
The bird sin sacrifice, brought by a person who cannot afford to bring a more expensive sacrifice, is processed and slaughtered in an unusual fashion. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a […]
9325
Oil and Frankincense in a Sinner’s Meal Offering (#125-6)
Oil and Frankincense in a Sinner’s Meal Offering (#125-6)
Mar 27, 2023
21:26
A sinner’s meal offering is a bit different from a typical meal offering: Oil and Frankincense, integral ingredients in most meal offerings, are omitted. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation […]
9326
Oil and Frankincense in a Sinner’s Meal Offering (#125-6)
Oil and Frankincense in a Sinner’s Meal Offering (#125-6)
Mar 27, 2023
21:26
A sinner’s meal offering is a bit different from a typical meal offering: Oil and Frankincense, integral ingredients in most meal offerings, are omitted. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation […]
9327
Misappropriation of the Sacred (#127, 447)
Misappropriation of the Sacred (#127, 447)
May 15, 2023
18:53
Misappropriating Temple property is a very bad idea. The sacrifices, the animals, the vessels, the property, the money used for update and maintenance – all items that are included in the temple coffers cannot be misused. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
9328
Misappropriation of the Sacred (#127, 447)
Misappropriation of the Sacred (#127, 447)
May 15, 2023
18:53
Misappropriating Temple property is a very bad idea. The sacrifices, the animals, the vessels, the property, the money used for update and maintenance – all items that are included in the temple coffers cannot be misused. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
9329
Uncertain Guilt Offerings (#128)
Uncertain Guilt Offerings (#128)
Jun 19, 2023
25:01
This sacrifice is offered when someone is uncertain if they violated a sin or not. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts […]
9330
Uncertain Guilt Offerings (#128)
Uncertain Guilt Offerings (#128)
Jun 19, 2023
25:01
This sacrifice is offered when someone is uncertain if they violated a sin or not. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts […]
9331
Definite Guilt Offering (#129)
Definite Guilt Offering (#129)
Jul 3, 2023
22:31
Unlike the previous mitzvah that required a sacrifice for an uncertain violation, in this mitzvah, we learn about a guilt offering for someone who definitely violated a transgression. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please consider supporting the podcasts […]
9332
Definite Guilt Offering (#129)
Definite Guilt Offering (#129)
Jul 3, 2023
22:31
Unlike the previous mitzvah that required a sacrifice for an uncertain violation, in this mitzvah, we learn about a guilt offering for someone who definitely violated a transgression. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please consider supporting the podcasts […]
9333
Ashes of the Altar (#131)
Ashes of the Altar (#131)
Jul 17, 2023
19:43
The first activity performed in the Temple each day was the removal of the ashes from the previous day’s sacrifices. Before today’s sacrificial schedule can commence, the Altar must be cleared from the ashes of yesterday’s sacrifices. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
9334
Ashes of the Altar (#131)
Ashes of the Altar (#131)
Jul 17, 2023
19:43
The first activity performed in the Temple each day was the removal of the ashes from the previous day’s sacrifices. Before today’s sacrificial schedule can commence, the Altar must be cleared from the ashes of yesterday’s sacrifices. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – […]
9335
Beware of the Two Cliffs: How to navigate the perils of Self Perfection
Beware of the Two Cliffs: How to navigate the perils of Self Perfection
Feb 10, 2014
45:28
Any pursuit of self perfection and character refinement will invariably be accompanied by two frightening and formidable challenges: 1. Body-Backlash; when the body rejects the agenda of the soul. 2. Heightened Haughtiness; when someone ascends to Mount Pious and declares himself mayor and looks down condescendingly upon others. These two dangers must be approached very […]
9336
Maimonides on Reward and Punishment Part 1
Maimonides on Reward and Punishment Part 1
Feb 10, 2014
33:32
Rambam on גן עדן, משיח, תחיית המתים, ועוה”ב. Definitions and perspectives.
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Maimonides on Reward and Punishment Part 1
Maimonides on Reward and Punishment Part 1
Feb 10, 2014
33:32
Rambam on גן עדן, משיח, תחיית המתים, ועוה”ב. Definitions and perspectives.
9338
Man, Judaism and the Pursuit of Pleasure Part 4
Man, Judaism and the Pursuit of Pleasure Part 4
Feb 10, 2014
1:09:17
Humans have a physiological innate need to live for something; to have meaning. Our needs go beyond the physical. In Judaism we say that this need is the yearning of the soul for soulful nourishment the same way bodies scream out for their unmet needs. Rabbi Wolbe teaches the Torah’s methods of how to utilize […]
9339
Man, Judaism and the Pursuit of Pleasure Part 4
Man, Judaism and the Pursuit of Pleasure Part 4
Feb 10, 2014
1:09:17
Humans have a physiological innate need to live for something; to have meaning. Our needs go beyond the physical. In Judaism we say that this need is the yearning of the soul for soulful nourishment the same way bodies scream out for their unmet needs. Rabbi Wolbe teaches the Torah’s methods of how to utilize […]
9340
The Torah before Sinai
The Torah before Sinai
Feb 13, 2014
8:15
Rabbi Wolbe addresses an interesting topic: The status of the Torah before it was given. Did Abraham have Torah? Did the Torah exist before the universe did?
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The Torah before Sinai
The Torah before Sinai
Feb 13, 2014
8:15
Rabbi Wolbe addresses an interesting topic: The status of the Torah before it was given. Did Abraham have Torah? Did the Torah exist before the universe did?
9342
Man, Judaism and the Pursuit of Pleasure Part 5
Man, Judaism and the Pursuit of Pleasure Part 5
Apr 28, 2014
49:21
In the finale of the series we seek the greatest pleasure of them all.
9343
Man, Judaism and the Pursuit of Pleasure Part 5
Man, Judaism and the Pursuit of Pleasure Part 5
Apr 28, 2014
49:21
In the finale of the series we seek the greatest pleasure of them all.
9344
Going Kosher in Three Easy Steps!
Going Kosher in Three Easy Steps!
Apr 28, 2014
40:02
If you are ready to go kosher you have come to the right place. Rabbi Wolbe outlines the three easy step involved in transforming from a kosher novice to complete kosher observance. Kosher has never been simpler.
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Going Kosher in Three Easy Steps!
Going Kosher in Three Easy Steps!
Apr 28, 2014
40:02
If you are ready to go kosher you have come to the right place. Rabbi Wolbe outlines the three easy step involved in transforming from a kosher novice to complete kosher observance. Kosher has never been simpler.
9346
The Ten Commandments of Parenting
The Ten Commandments of Parenting
Apr 28, 2014
1:40:04
A parent who brings a child to this world has accepted upon himself/herself the responsibilities of raising that child to be a happy, healthy and stable adult. This axiomatic idiom has been an unfortunate causality of today’s society. In America today only 63% of children grow up together with both biological parents. As Jews we […]
9347
The Ten Commandments of Parenting
The Ten Commandments of Parenting
Apr 28, 2014
1:40:04
A parent who brings a child to this world has accepted upon himself/herself the responsibilities of raising that child to be a happy, healthy and stable adult. This axiomatic idiom has been an unfortunate causality of today’s society. In America today only 63% of children grow up together with both biological parents. As Jews we […]
9348
What happens after you die
What happens after you die
May 4, 2014
1:42:53
Thinking and contemplating about our own demise is perhaps the most powerful tool we can use to change the way we think about life. When we realize that we too will swallow that bitter pill of death, our life and values appear in a new light. But what actually happens when we die? And what […]
9349
What happens after you die
What happens after you die
May 4, 2014
1:42:53
Thinking and contemplating about our own demise is perhaps the most powerful tool we can use to change the way we think about life. When we realize that we too will swallow that bitter pill of death, our life and values appear in a new light. But what actually happens when we die? And what […]
9350
The 5 C’s of every happy and harmonious marriage
The 5 C’s of every happy and harmonious marriage
May 5, 2014
1:32:12
It is well documented that modern humans fail at marriage at alarming rates. In the United States for example, in any given year the amount of divorces are roughly half the amount of marriages pegging the divorce rate around 50%. Shockingly, 5 out of 10 couples who commit to stay married to each other “until […]
9351
The 5 C’s of every happy and harmonious marriage
The 5 C’s of every happy and harmonious marriage
May 5, 2014
1:32:12
It is well documented that modern humans fail at marriage at alarming rates. In the United States for example, in any given year the amount of divorces are roughly half the amount of marriages pegging the divorce rate around 50%. Shockingly, 5 out of 10 couples who commit to stay married to each other “until […]
9352
A Journey through the Jewish Calendar in Thought and Practice Part 1
A Journey through the Jewish Calendar in Thought and Practice Part 1
May 5, 2014
1:27:17
Join Rabbi Wolbe and his trustful comrades as they attempt to unlock the wonderful meaning and insight of the Jewish calendar. This presentation will succeed in shattering the childish and simplistic understandings of the Jewish holidays that most of us have harbored since our youth, and infuse the holidays and rituals of the Jewish year […]
9353
A Journey through the Jewish Calendar in Thought and Practice Part 1
A Journey through the Jewish Calendar in Thought and Practice Part 1
May 5, 2014
1:27:17
Join Rabbi Wolbe and his trustful comrades as they attempt to unlock the wonderful meaning and insight of the Jewish calendar. This presentation will succeed in shattering the childish and simplistic understandings of the Jewish holidays that most of us have harbored since our youth, and infuse the holidays and rituals of the Jewish year […]
9354
A Journey through the Jewish Calendar in Thought and Practice Part 2
A Journey through the Jewish Calendar in Thought and Practice Part 2
May 5, 2014
1:25:59
Join Rabbi Wolbe and his trustful comrades as they attempt to unlock the wonderful meaning and insight of the Jewish calendar. This presentation will succeed in shattering the childish and simplistic understandings of the Jewish holidays that most of us have harbored since our youth, and infuse the holidays and rituals of the Jewish year […]
9355
A Journey through the Jewish Calendar in Thought and Practice Part 2
A Journey through the Jewish Calendar in Thought and Practice Part 2
May 5, 2014
1:25:59
Join Rabbi Wolbe and his trustful comrades as they attempt to unlock the wonderful meaning and insight of the Jewish calendar. This presentation will succeed in shattering the childish and simplistic understandings of the Jewish holidays that most of us have harbored since our youth, and infuse the holidays and rituals of the Jewish year […]
9356
The Golden Ticket
The Golden Ticket
May 5, 2014
56:47
Every adult Jew is obligated to perform all 248 positive and 365 negative mitzvahs of the Torah. The sheer volume of mitzvahs can seem overwhelming and that raises a question: why would God in His Infinite wisdom see it necessary to task us with the performance of so many mitzvahs? Would not one mitzvah suffice? […]
9357
The Golden Ticket
The Golden Ticket
May 5, 2014
56:47
Every adult Jew is obligated to perform all 248 positive and 365 negative mitzvahs of the Torah. The sheer volume of mitzvahs can seem overwhelming and that raises a question: why would God in His Infinite wisdom see it necessary to task us with the performance of so many mitzvahs? Would not one mitzvah suffice? […]
9358
The Three Loves
The Three Loves
May 5, 2014
52:44
Three times in the Torah we are commanded to experience the emotion of love: “Thou shall love your fellow as yourself” (Leviticus 19, 18) “Thou shall love the foreigner, for you were foreigners in the land of Egypt” (Deuteronomy 10, 19) “Thou shall love Hashem your God with all your hearts, with all your soul […]
9359
The Three Loves
The Three Loves
May 5, 2014
52:44
Three times in the Torah we are commanded to experience the emotion of love: “Thou shall love your fellow as yourself” (Leviticus 19, 18) “Thou shall love the foreigner, for you were foreigners in the land of Egypt” (Deuteronomy 10, 19) “Thou shall love Hashem your God with all your hearts, with all your soul […]
9360
Breakneck through the Bible – Spouse Selection (Genesis Chapters 24-25)
Breakneck through the Bible – Spouse Selection (Genesis Chapters 24-25)
May 6, 2014
1:28:07
Spousal selection is a perplexing and vexing part of life for most people; at least if the rates of failure in marriage are indeed what they are reported to be. The average person does not now where to start, what to do, what to look out for and how not to make a grievous and […]
9361
Breakneck through the Bible – Spouse Selection (Genesis Chapters 24-25)
Breakneck through the Bible – Spouse Selection (Genesis Chapters 24-25)
May 6, 2014
1:28:07
Spousal selection is a perplexing and vexing part of life for most people; at least if the rates of failure in marriage are indeed what they are reported to be. The average person does not now where to start, what to do, what to look out for and how not to make a grievous and […]
9362
Mussar and the anatomy of change
Mussar and the anatomy of change
May 19, 2014
1:19:59
Human all have a collection of positive and negative character traits. Judaism teaches us that we must perfect our character and acquire all the good characteristics and rid ourselves of our negative character maladies. But religiosity is not the only reason why change is imperative. Relationship breakdown only occurs due to bad character. Proper parenting […]
9363
Mussar and the anatomy of change
Mussar and the anatomy of change
May 19, 2014
1:19:59
Human all have a collection of positive and negative character traits. Judaism teaches us that we must perfect our character and acquire all the good characteristics and rid ourselves of our negative character maladies. But religiosity is not the only reason why change is imperative. Relationship breakdown only occurs due to bad character. Proper parenting […]
9364
Life Begins Before Conception (Jewish Life Cycles Part 1)
Life Begins Before Conception (Jewish Life Cycles Part 1)
Jun 10, 2014
1:27:48
Us Jews are privy to the most valuable thing on Earth: The Almighty’s precious Torah. All too often we neglect to realize the enormity of this reality, but if you stop for a second and truly analyze it you will recognize how astonishing it is. Mere mortal humans, the most fallible and feeble of all […]
9365
Life Begins Before Conception (Jewish Life Cycles Part 1)
Life Begins Before Conception (Jewish Life Cycles Part 1)
Jun 10, 2014
1:27:48
Us Jews are privy to the most valuable thing on Earth: The Almighty’s precious Torah. All too often we neglect to realize the enormity of this reality, but if you stop for a second and truly analyze it you will recognize how astonishing it is. Mere mortal humans, the most fallible and feeble of all […]
9366
Eternal Sunshine for the Spotless Soul
Eternal Sunshine for the Spotless Soul
Jun 13, 2014
59:25
The words of our Sages in the Talmud were written with the utmost precision and exactitude. Thus, when encountering perplexing statements in the Talmud (as in the subject of this class) it is a grave error to consider that the authors made a mistake or even to only study the statement superficially without straining to understand […]
9367
Eternal Sunshine for the Spotless Soul
Eternal Sunshine for the Spotless Soul
Jun 13, 2014
59:25
The words of our Sages in the Talmud were written with the utmost precision and exactitude. Thus, when encountering perplexing statements in the Talmud (as in the subject of this class) it is a grave error to consider that the authors made a mistake or even to only study the statement superficially without straining to understand […]
9368
Bar Mitzvah and Beyond (Jewish Life Cycles Part 2)
Bar Mitzvah and Beyond (Jewish Life Cycles Part 2)
Jul 8, 2014
1:30:03
Click HERE for part 1 We continue our exploration of the themes and insights of the progression of a Jewish life.
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Bar Mitzvah and Beyond (Jewish Life Cycles Part 2)
Bar Mitzvah and Beyond (Jewish Life Cycles Part 2)
Jul 8, 2014
1:30:03
Click HERE for part 1 We continue our exploration of the themes and insights of the progression of a Jewish life.
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The Jewish Year
The Jewish Year
Jul 8, 2014
1:15:12
The deeper meaning and insight into the various holidays and festivals in the Jewish calendar.
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The Jewish Year
The Jewish Year
Jul 8, 2014
1:15:12
The deeper meaning and insight into the various holidays and festivals in the Jewish calendar.
9372
The Humble Man with a Mind of a Thousand Men
The Humble Man with a Mind of a Thousand Men
Jul 8, 2014
1:00:36
There is a fine line between arrogance and a keen understanding of the brutal facts; between humility and delusion. Did Moses – the humblest of men – know that he was the Jewish greatest prophet? Is the smartest guy in the room allowed to know that fact without transgressing on the severe sin of גאוה, haughtiness? […]
9373
The Humble Man with a Mind of a Thousand Men
The Humble Man with a Mind of a Thousand Men
Jul 8, 2014
1:00:36
There is a fine line between arrogance and a keen understanding of the brutal facts; between humility and delusion. Did Moses – the humblest of men – know that he was the Jewish greatest prophet? Is the smartest guy in the room allowed to know that fact without transgressing on the severe sin of גאוה, haughtiness? […]
9374
Illuminating and Practical Ancient Wisdom that can save your Relationships
Illuminating and Practical Ancient Wisdom that can save your Relationships
Jul 9, 2014
51:54
While humans have seemingly progressed, improved and evolved in many areas of life, in the arena of relationships we are comparatively neanderthals, and we are regressing. Surprisingly, a 3300 year old document will succinctly instruct and guide us in four sentences more successfully than all the relationships and self help books in Barnes and Noble.
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Illuminating and Practical Ancient Wisdom that can save your Relationships
Illuminating and Practical Ancient Wisdom that can save your Relationships
Jul 9, 2014
51:54
While humans have seemingly progressed, improved and evolved in many areas of life, in the arena of relationships we are comparatively neanderthals, and we are regressing. Surprisingly, a 3300 year old document will succinctly instruct and guide us in four sentences more successfully than all the relationships and self help books in Barnes and Noble.
9376
Envy and Faith
Envy and Faith
Jul 11, 2014
49:35
Jewish law makes a strange distinction regarding the prohibition of envy: Envy of someone else’s physical, material and intellectual gifts and successes is prohibited, while envy of another’s spiritual achievements are permitted and encouraged. What is the rationale for that distinction and why does it mirror the prohibition of arrogance? We also learn that of […]
9377
Envy and Faith
Envy and Faith
Jul 11, 2014
49:35
Jewish law makes a strange distinction regarding the prohibition of envy: Envy of someone else’s physical, material and intellectual gifts and successes is prohibited, while envy of another’s spiritual achievements are permitted and encouraged. What is the rationale for that distinction and why does it mirror the prohibition of arrogance? We also learn that of […]
9378
The Three Loves & A Guaranteed Formula To Love And Happiness
The Three Loves & A Guaranteed Formula To Love And Happiness
Jul 29, 2014
1:40:45
What if there was a repeatable and formulaic method to achieving happiness? What if there was a systematic step-by-step instruction manual to acquiring, sustaining and deepening our relationships? Indeed, the manual for living – the Torah – takes our hand and guides us to achieving what we desire most.
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The Three Loves & A Guaranteed Formula To Love And Happiness
The Three Loves & A Guaranteed Formula To Love And Happiness
Jul 29, 2014
1:40:45
What if there was a repeatable and formulaic method to achieving happiness? What if there was a systematic step-by-step instruction manual to acquiring, sustaining and deepening our relationships? Indeed, the manual for living – the Torah – takes our hand and guides us to achieving what we desire most.
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Jewish History and Perspective Part 1 – Abraham to Solomon
Jewish History and Perspective Part 1 – Abraham to Solomon
Jul 29, 2014
1:17:48
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Jewish History and Perspective Part 1 – Abraham to Solomon
Jewish History and Perspective Part 1 – Abraham to Solomon
Jul 29, 2014
1:17:48
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Why are Jews so obsessed with Torah study?
Why are Jews so obsessed with Torah study?
Aug 7, 2014
1:12:25
For more than three millennia now the Jews have remained steadfastly dedicated to Torah study. Even during times when 99% of their non-Jewish neighbors were illiterate, every man, woman and child in the Jewish community was able to read and write – and well versed in Torah. Jewish societies have historically valued Torah knowledge and study […]
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Why are Jews so obsessed with Torah study?
Why are Jews so obsessed with Torah study?
Aug 7, 2014
1:12:25
For more than three millennia now the Jews have remained steadfastly dedicated to Torah study. Even during times when 99% of their non-Jewish neighbors were illiterate, every man, woman and child in the Jewish community was able to read and write – and well versed in Torah. Jewish societies have historically valued Torah knowledge and study […]
9384
Breakneck through the Bible (Genesis Chapter 31)
Breakneck through the Bible (Genesis Chapter 31)
Aug 11, 2014
1:02:10
Learn about Jacob informing his wives’ about his proposed clandestine flight away from his father in law’s home. What lessons can we deduce from the peculiar methods Jacob employs when trying to convince Leah and Rachel of the merits of leaving?
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Breakneck through the Bible (Genesis Chapter 31)
Breakneck through the Bible (Genesis Chapter 31)
Aug 11, 2014
1:02:10
Learn about Jacob informing his wives’ about his proposed clandestine flight away from his father in law’s home. What lessons can we deduce from the peculiar methods Jacob employs when trying to convince Leah and Rachel of the merits of leaving?
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What are the six Jewish fast days and what do they commemorate?
What are the six Jewish fast days and what do they commemorate?
Aug 11, 2014
6:42
Ever wonder why we fast on the saddest day of the Jewish calendar, Tisha b’av, and on the happiest – Yom Kippur? Listen and learn all about the four minor and two major Jewish fasts.
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What are the six Jewish fast days and what do they commemorate?
What are the six Jewish fast days and what do they commemorate?
Aug 11, 2014
6:42
Ever wonder why we fast on the saddest day of the Jewish calendar, Tisha b’av, and on the happiest – Yom Kippur? Listen and learn all about the four minor and two major Jewish fasts.
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Orthodox, Conservative and Reform: What are they and what are the differences.
Orthodox, Conservative and Reform: What are they and what are the differences.
Aug 11, 2014
13:54
Historically, the Jewish people remained almost completely free of sectarianism, and that is one of the reasons for our continued survival as a people and as a religion against all odds throughout the millennia. Yet in the 19th Century several modern splinter sects sprang up, namely the Reform, the Conservative, and to a lesser extent, the […]
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Orthodox, Conservative and Reform: What are they and what are the differences.
Orthodox, Conservative and Reform: What are they and what are the differences.
Aug 11, 2014
13:54
Historically, the Jewish people remained almost completely free of sectarianism, and that is one of the reasons for our continued survival as a people and as a religion against all odds throughout the millennia. Yet in the 19th Century several modern splinter sects sprang up, namely the Reform, the Conservative, and to a lesser extent, the […]
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A potpourri of end of life medical issues in Jewish Law
A potpourri of end of life medical issues in Jewish Law
Aug 11, 2014
8:14
What does Judaism say about organ donations, DNRs and euthanasia?
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A potpourri of end of life medical issues in Jewish Law
A potpourri of end of life medical issues in Jewish Law
Aug 11, 2014
8:14
What does Judaism say about organ donations, DNRs and euthanasia?
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What does Judaism say about war and when/how are they supposed to be fought?
What does Judaism say about war and when/how are they supposed to be fought?
Aug 11, 2014
7:28
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What does Judaism say about war and when/how are they supposed to be fought?
What does Judaism say about war and when/how are they supposed to be fought?
Aug 11, 2014
7:28
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Jewish Jurisprudence
Jewish Jurisprudence
Aug 11, 2014
9:30
Learn about some of the fine details about how courts are constructed, how evidence is presented in Jewish courts, and the incredible efforts that the Torah demands from us to ensure that a just verdict is reached.
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Jewish Jurisprudence
Jewish Jurisprudence
Aug 11, 2014
9:30
Learn about some of the fine details about how courts are constructed, how evidence is presented in Jewish courts, and the incredible efforts that the Torah demands from us to ensure that a just verdict is reached.
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Breakdown of Aggada and Halacha in Talmud and an insight into Talmudic disagreements
Breakdown of Aggada and Halacha in Talmud and an insight into Talmudic disagreements
Aug 11, 2014
20:05
There is an important difference between the Aggadic portions of the Talmud – the ethical and philosophical sections, and the Halacha/law portions. Also, learn why the study of the Babylonian Talmud supersedes the study of the Jerusalem Talmud, despite that fact the the latter was written 180 years earlier.
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Breakdown of Aggada and Halacha in Talmud and an insight into Talmudic disagreements
Breakdown of Aggada and Halacha in Talmud and an insight into Talmudic disagreements
Aug 11, 2014
20:05
There is an important difference between the Aggadic portions of the Talmud – the ethical and philosophical sections, and the Halacha/law portions. Also, learn why the study of the Babylonian Talmud supersedes the study of the Jerusalem Talmud, despite that fact the the latter was written 180 years earlier.
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A History of the Torah
A History of the Torah
Aug 14, 2014
1:17:06
No mission is as critical to the success of humanity as the mission that began at the Mount Sinai and continues to this very day of transmitting the Torah from generation to generation accurately. After all, the Torah is what differentiates the Jewish people from the nations of the world; it is what we mean […]
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A History of the Torah
A History of the Torah
Aug 14, 2014
1:17:06
No mission is as critical to the success of humanity as the mission that began at the Mount Sinai and continues to this very day of transmitting the Torah from generation to generation accurately. After all, the Torah is what differentiates the Jewish people from the nations of the world; it is what we mean […]
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Man of the Millennium: A Biographical Sketch of Maimonides
Man of the Millennium: A Biographical Sketch of Maimonides
Aug 25, 2014
1:28:16
“From Moshe till Moshe no one arose like Moshe” This epithet which is engraved on the tombstone of Rabbi Moshe Ben Maimon, the Rambam, sheds light on the enormity of his impact and influence upon the Jewish people. The mere claim that the Rambam’s contributions and leadership was surpassed only by Moshe Rabbeinu is a testament […]