Popular Shows by Rabbi Shlomo Kohn שלמה כהן
362 episodes
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Parshas Vayishlach-The Pro's and Con's Of Being Alone-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Vayishlach-The Pro's and Con's Of Being Alone-Rebroadcast 2024
Dec 2, 2025
22:29
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn takes one verse in the Parsha and derives 2 different ideas. He explains how it is important to be with others and to be part of a community and at the same time to be able to be alone. He also speaks about the power of the Mitzvos we do. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST Chapters (00:00:00) - Practical Parsha Podcast(00:01:54) - Parshas Vayishlach(00:05:02) - Why Yaakov Was So Scared That Esav Would Attack Him(00:12:08) - Yaakov's Battle with the Angel of Esav(00:21:03) - Parsha 5, The Art of Levado
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Parshas Vayaira-Rebroadcast 2023
Parshas Vayaira-Rebroadcast 2023
Nov 11, 2024
22:16
In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses the only way one can have moral clarity. The true way to know if something is wrong or right. Through the lessons of Avraham we see how we can make sure we are on the right side of history. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos.com/
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Ep.106-Parshas Vayaira-Living For The Greater Good
Ep.106-Parshas Vayaira-Living For The Greater Good
Nov 14, 2024
23:10
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses a powerful lesson from the weekly Parsha about how we need to look at ourselves. That it always more important to bring about "kavod shomayim"(honor of heaven) even at the expense of our own honor. Because we are not here for just ourselves. He also talks about how we learn a lesson from Avraham to serve G-D with both our good and evil inclinations. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ To Donate or place an ad in the upcoming Dinner Journal in honor of Rabbi and Mrs Kohn use this link https://pay.banquest.com/bjoc
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Parshas Chayei Sarah-Rebroadcast 2023
Parshas Chayei Sarah-Rebroadcast 2023
Nov 17, 2024
24:28
In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn learns an important lesson in listening from the story of Abraham and Efron the Hittite. How Abraham knew how to hear what was really being said and read between the lines. He also discusses the Midrash from this week's Parsha which says that "the conversations of the servants of the Patriachs is more beautiful than the Torah of their children". How the story of Eliezer and Rivkah shows us the meaning of this Midrash. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos.com/
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Ep.107-Parshas Chayei Sarah/Dinner Speech-The 1% Changes
Ep.107-Parshas Chayei Sarah/Dinner Speech-The 1% Changes
Nov 22, 2024
20:33
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the concept of 1% changes. He gives over the speech tha the gave at the dinner that he was honored at as well as an idea on the Parsha. He brings out from the Parsha how we need to give importance in life to things that are truly important. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ To Donate or place an ad in the upcoming Dinner Journal in honor of Rabbi and Mrs Kohn use this link https://pay.banquest.com/bjoc
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Parshas Toldos-Being Yourself-Rebroadcast
Parshas Toldos-Being Yourself-Rebroadcast
Nov 25, 2024
20:45
In this week's episode of the Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses how we learn from Yitzchak be become yourself. How we must all learn to find ourselves and not just follo the crowd. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positivepersp/ectives.castos.com
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Ep.108-Parshas Toldos-The Art Of Blaming
Ep.108-Parshas Toldos-The Art Of Blaming
Nov 29, 2024
20:13
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses a lesson from this week's Parsha on blame. He talks how we learn from Rebecca not to let ourselves blame other for our failures in life. He also discusses a lesson from the Parsha on the essense of prayer. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.91-The Travesty Of Wasting Time(Chapter 3 Mishna)
Ep.91-The Travesty Of Wasting Time(Chapter 3 Mishna)
Dec 1, 2024
23:41
In this week's epiosde Rabbi Kohn learns from the Mishna about how we should utilize time. Making sure we are being productive with our most valuable resource and not just "killing time". he also discusses some practical tips on how to accomplish this. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/
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Parshas Vayeitzei-What We Do For Love-Rebroadcast
Parshas Vayeitzei-What We Do For Love-Rebroadcast
Dec 1, 2024
20:38
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks about what we do for love. How the 7 years of Yaakov(Jacob) working for Rachel seemed like a few days. He asks how this is so as it is well known that when people are in "love" the time apart seems like eternity. He brings out a few practical lessons on true love and putting situations in perspective. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positivepersp/ectives.castos.com
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Ep.109-Parshas Vayeitzei-Being Indifferent To Evil
Ep.109-Parshas Vayeitzei-Being Indifferent To Evil
Dec 6, 2024
25:34
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks about how we need to be careful to not become complacent to evil. From Jacob we see how he dealt with Laban to make sure that he would not become indifferent to his wicked behavior. He also discusses how we see lessons on dealing with the trait of envy and stubborness from the matriach Rachel. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Vayishlach-Your Worst Enemy Is Your Best Friend-Rebroadcast
Parshas Vayishlach-Your Worst Enemy Is Your Best Friend-Rebroadcast
Dec 8, 2024
21:34
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from the Parsha on how your best friend can be your worst enemy and your worst enemy can be your best friend. He also discusses the importance of being sensitive to anotjers feelings when you need to reject someone. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positivepersp/ectives.castos.com
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Ep.92-The Benefits Of The Yolk Of Torah(Chapter 3 Mishna 6)
Ep.92-The Benefits Of The Yolk Of Torah(Chapter 3 Mishna 6)
Dec 8, 2024
23:27
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Mishna teaches us that more Torah learning decreases the yolk of worldy occcupation on us. We tend to think that the more we work the more money we make. The truth is the complete opposite. The more we are invested in performing the Torah the easier are earning a livelehood becomes. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/
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Ep.110-Parshas Vayishlach-The Pro's and Con's Of Being Alone
Ep.110-Parshas Vayishlach-The Pro's and Con's Of Being Alone
Dec 13, 2024
22:29
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn takes one verse in the Parsha and derives 2 different ideas. He explains how it is important to be with others and to be part of a community and at the same time to be able to be alone. He also speaks about the power of the Mitzvos we do. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Vayeishev-Communication Is The Key-Rebroadcast
Parshas Vayeishev-Communication Is The Key-Rebroadcast
Dec 16, 2024
25:10
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of good communication. He brings down a lesson from the brothers hatred of Yosef(Joseph) and how communication could have possibly solved their grievances. He also brings out the connection between Parshas Vayeishev and Chanukah. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positivepersp/ectives.castos.com
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Parshas Mikeitz-Willful Blindness-Rebroadcast
Parshas Mikeitz-Willful Blindness-Rebroadcast
Dec 22, 2024
23:54
In this week's episode Rabbi Koh discusses a different type of "blindness". When we blind ourselves with denial we become willfully blind. Taking a lesson from the brothers interaction with Yosef(Josef), Rabbi Kohn discuuses the question of why they didnt not recognize that this man was their brother Yosef. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positivepersp/ectives.castos.com
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Ep.93-Is It Our Money?(Chapter 3 Mishna 7 & 8)
Ep.93-Is It Our Money?(Chapter 3 Mishna 7 & 8)
Dec 23, 2024
21:14
In this week's episode RAbbi Kohn discuuses from the Mishna the importance of studying and learning in a group. When we do that we merit that the divine presence. He also talks about how Mishna 8 teaches us about the correct attitude when we help others with the resources that we have. The money we have is it really ours? Or are we just something we are entrusted to use properly? Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/
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Special Chanukah Episode(Rebroadcast)
Special Chanukah Episode(Rebroadcast)
Dec 25, 2024
30:34
Happy Chanukah! In honor of Chanukah, Rabbi Kohn has released a special episode of The Pirkei Avos Podcast. In this episode he discusses the history of Chanukah as well as the root of the battle between Greece and the Jewish People. The diametrically opposed outlooks of the two peoples and 3 important lessons we can take out of the holiday to make us better people. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/
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Ep.111-Parshas Mikeitz/Chanukah-Doing Right VS Being Liked
Ep.111-Parshas Mikeitz/Chanukah-Doing Right VS Being Liked
Dec 27, 2024
25:04
In this week's episode Rabbi Koh discuuses the connection between the story of Yosef and Chanukah. He explains how we learn from Yosef and the story of Chanukah the importance of standing up for what is right even at the expense of others not "liking" us. He also talks about how we see from Yosef on how to give advice and solutions. Lastly he gives a lesson on the importance of celebrating our success in our spiritual growth. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Vayigash-The Power Of Self Worth-Rebroadcast 2023
Parshas Vayigash-The Power Of Self Worth-Rebroadcast 2023
Dec 29, 2024
25:31
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn dicusses the power of self worth. How Yaakov(Jacob) gave Yosef(Josef) the power to withstand life's challenges. By sending wagons to Yaakov, Yosef was conveying the important principle which he had been given by his father. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positivepersp/ectives.castos.com
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Ep.94-What Is "Hasmadah" And Why Is It Important?(Chapter 3 Mishna 9)
Ep.94-What Is "Hasmadah" And Why Is It Important?(Chapter 3 Mishna 9)
Dec 30, 2024
23:23
In this weeks episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of "Hasmadah". The significance of studying Torah straight without any interuptions. He brings out from the Mishna how learning with diligence is a better learning than stopping and starting again. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/
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Ep.112-Parshas Vayigash-What Is Life?
Ep.112-Parshas Vayigash-What Is Life?
Jan 3, 2025
23:28
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the concept of "Chaim"(life). What does the Torah teach us when it uses this word? He brings out that truly living is not fulfilling our physical needs but rather when we fulfill our spiritual destiny. He also talks about how the Parsha teaches us the importance of being part of a cause and how it can contribute to its success. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Vayechi-True Peace Of Mind-Rebroadcast
Parshas Vayechi-True Peace Of Mind-Rebroadcast
Jan 5, 2025
21:41
How do we aquire true peace of mind? What are the steps that we can take that can get us there? In this week's podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses a lesson from the blessings of Yaakov(Jacob) to his son Yissacher which gives us an important insight into tranquility.Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positivepersp/ectives.castos. Jewish Resources and Guidance on End of Life Issues- www.nasck.org
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Ep.113-Parshas Vayechi-A Living Legacy
Ep.113-Parshas Vayechi-A Living Legacy
Jan 10, 2025
24:31
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the concept of having a living legacy. The life that Jacob lived and the legacy he left to his desecndants is so powerful tjat it is considered that he never died. He also speaks about how unity is the key to redemption and th eimportant lessson that the Parsha teaches us about not being hasty. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Shemos-The Nucleus Of Divinity-Rebroadcast
Parshas Shemos-The Nucleus Of Divinity-Rebroadcast
Jan 13, 2025
22:38
In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses the the divine nucleus that is in every Jew. He brings out a lesson from Rabbi Twerski on the burning bush and the lesson it taught Moses. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positivepersp/ectives.castos.
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Ep.114-Parshas Shemos-The Right Person, Place, and Time
Ep.114-Parshas Shemos-The Right Person, Place, and Time
Jan 17, 2025
22:58
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Parsha teaches us that whatever situation in life we find ourselves it has th epotential to be "sacred ground". He also speaks how the story of Moses's birth gives us a lesson on how we cant think we know better than G-D. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Vaeira-To Much Positivity-Rebroadcast
Parshas Vaeira-To Much Positivity-Rebroadcast
Jan 19, 2025
20:25
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how being how being overly positive in the wrong situations can be more harmful than helpful. He brings a lesson from Moshe's interaction with the enslaved Jews and how they could not hear his message. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos/.
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Ep.115-Parshas Vaeira-How To Access Blessing In Your Life
Ep.115-Parshas Vaeira-How To Access Blessing In Your Life
Jan 23, 2025
22:41
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how to access the belssing that G-D has in store for us. Taking a lesson from the weekly Parsha, Rabbi Kohn shows how prayer is the key to letting the flow of "bracha" into our lives. He also aska why Moshe was reprimanded by G-D in a stern tone for seeminly advocating for the Jewish people. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Bo- Understanding The Suffering Of Others-Rebroadcast
Parshas Bo- Understanding The Suffering Of Others-Rebroadcast
Jan 27, 2025
21:22
In this week's podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses how we should view the suffering of other people. When someone is troubled by something "minor" or "trivial" perhaps there is something else causing a person pain. Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from the plague of locusts on how w eshould view the challenges of others. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos/.
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Ep.116-Parshas Bo-The Legacy Of My Uncle-Rabbi Shmuel Kohn Z"T"L
Ep.116-Parshas Bo-The Legacy Of My Uncle-Rabbi Shmuel Kohn Z"T"L
Jan 30, 2025
27:02
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the legacy of his uncle Rabbi Shmuel Kohn who passed away suddenly this week. He makes a connection from the Parsha to the life that he lived and how we can gain from it. More specifically Rabbi Kohn goes over the famous essay from Nachmondies on this weeks Parsha which was origanally taught to him by his Uncle. Making a connection from he lessons of Nachmondies to who Rabbi Shmuel Kohn was as a person and how we can learn from him. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Beshalach-Staying Inspired-Rebroadcast
Parshas Beshalach-Staying Inspired-Rebroadcast
Feb 3, 2025
18:05
Do you ever get inspired? Do you feel that commitments you make to become better wear off? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the purpose of inspiration and how we can maximize it to be the best we be. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.95-The Power Of Review(Chapter 3 Mishnah 10)
Ep.95-The Power Of Review(Chapter 3 Mishnah 10)
Feb 3, 2025
22:15
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the Mishna's lesson on the importance of retaining our learning. How do we accomplish this? How many times do we need to review our learnin? What is the best way to remember what we have learned? Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/
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Ep.117-Parshas Beshalach-Earning A Livelihood Is As difficuly As Splitting The Sea
Ep.117-Parshas Beshalach-Earning A Livelihood Is As difficuly As Splitting The Sea
Feb 7, 2025
22:31
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the conection the Talmud makes from earning a livelihood to splitting of the sea. What does this teach us? He also explains why the Jewish people panicked by the sea instead of possibly fighting the Eygptians. Lasly, he gives an insight why the source for beautifying mitzvos is sourcrd in this week's Parsha. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Yisro-Doing Your Part But Relying On G-D-Rebroadcast
Parshas Yisro-Doing Your Part But Relying On G-D-Rebroadcast
Feb 9, 2025
25:47
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from Yisro(Jethro) the father in law of Moshe on the proper balance one must take when it comes to the things we want to acheive in life. Doing our best but at the same realizing that it is not our effort which gives us the success but rather divine assistance. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos/.
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Ep.118-Parshas Yisro-Staying True To The Mission
Ep.118-Parshas Yisro-Staying True To The Mission
Feb 14, 2025
25:19
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the lesson that the Parsha teaches us about staying true to the mission. From Moshe we see that one must always stay focused on what is truly important in life and not loose sight of the goal. He also talks about how we see from the Jewish peoples encampment at Mt Sinai how unity is the prerequisite to the Torah and how it causes us to find favor in the eyes of G-D. Lastly, Rabbi Kohn gives insight into why the Torah was given in a dessert and what significance that is to us. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Mishpatim-Not Always Does Majority Rule-Rebroadcast
Parshas Mishpatim-Not Always Does Majority Rule-Rebroadcast
Feb 16, 2025
23:03
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks how following after the majority is not always the correct thing to do. When it comes to how to behave and to compare oureselves we can't neccasarily look at what everyone else is doing to determine the correct behavior. Suscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos/.
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Ep.119-Parshas Mishpatim-Damage Control
Ep.119-Parshas Mishpatim-Damage Control
Feb 20, 2025
22:10
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Torah's commandments on civil laws and specifically the laws regarding damages are not just about financial compensation. He points out how the Torah sets up a system where we can learn to be more caring people by being careful with the property of others. He also speaks about the prohibition of causing pain to a widow and orphan and how that can take differet forms. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Teruma-Doing All YOU Can-Rebroadcast
Parshas Teruma-Doing All YOU Can-Rebroadcast
Feb 23, 2025
22:50
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn brings down a lesson from the Chofetz Chaim how G-D only expects us to do what we can do and not some one else. He also talks about the significance of the placement of the vessels of the Mishkan(Tabernacle) and how it relates to us. Suscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/.
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Ep.120-Parshas Terumah-A Place For G-D Within US
Ep.120-Parshas Terumah-A Place For G-D Within US
Feb 27, 2025
23:32
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the Mishkan(Tabernacle) and its utensils. He talks about how the Aron(Holy Ark) signifies Torah study and how that needs to be the focus of all oour spiritual endeavors. He also takes a lesson from the wording of the verse to show us how Torah study and G-dliness is somehing that is for each and every Jew. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ The Link to help Rabbi Kohn reach his goal to help his Yeshiva-https://charidy.com/ydcshas/skohn
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Parshas Tetzaveh-Unconditional Kindness-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Tetzaveh-Unconditional Kindness-Rebroadcast 2024
Mar 2, 2025
23:16
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how we learn from the Parsha the concept of unconditional kindness. To do for others even if we are not going to get anything in return. He also brings down a powerful lesson on how we need to deal with different people in different ways. Suscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.96-What Is Fear Of Heaven?(Chapter 3 Mishna 11)
Ep.96-What Is Fear Of Heaven?(Chapter 3 Mishna 11)
Mar 2, 2025
20:23
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the teachings of R' Chanina ben Dosa and explores who he was as a person and the lessons he imparted. He focuses on the Mishna's teaching about Yiras Shomayim(Fear of Heaven), what it is and how we attain it. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/
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Ep.121-Parshas Tetzaveh-Dressing For Success
Ep.121-Parshas Tetzaveh-Dressing For Success
Mar 7, 2025
22:17
In this week's epiosde Rabbi Kohn discusses the connection from Parshas Tetzaveh and the special Torah portion of Zachor. From the teachings of the Sfas Emes he brings out how the commandment of the service in the Tabernacle gives us a message on how to impart the teachings of the Torah to our children. He also explains how the vestments of the kohanim "dressed them for success". How what we wear can determine who we are. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ The Link to help Rabbi Kohn reach his goal to help his Yeshiva-https://charidy.com/ydcshas/skohn
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Parshas Ki Sisa-Shabbos Is A Sign-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Ki Sisa-Shabbos Is A Sign-Rebroadcast 2024
Mar 9, 2025
25:47
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the r=Torah's reference to Shabbos as a sign. What does that mean? Why is Shabbos given such unparreled importance in Judaism. He also asks why it was neccasary for Moshe to smash the first Luchos(Tablets). Suscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Vayakel-What Is A Wise Heart?-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Vayakel-What Is A Wise Heart?-Rebroadcast 2024
Mar 16, 2025
20:55
What is a "wise heart"? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the Torah's usage of the word wise heart numerous times in the Parsha. What does it mean? What can we learn from it? He also discusses the praises of Betzalel, the foreman of the Mishkan(Tabernacle). How he used his ability to bring honor to G-D. Suscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.122-Parshas Vayakel-Unlocking Your Hidden Strengths
Ep.122-Parshas Vayakel-Unlocking Your Hidden Strengths
Mar 20, 2025
25:13
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the connection between the commandment of Shabbos and the building of the Tabernacle. How resting on the 7th day gives meaning to the work on the other six. He also learns an important lesson from the Jewish artisans who built the Tabernacle on how we can unlock our hidden strengths. Lastly he asks a question from this week's Parsha on a previous episode of the podcast and gives a thoughtful answer. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.123-Parshas Pekudei-G-D Wants Your Heart
Ep.123-Parshas Pekudei-G-D Wants Your Heart
Mar 27, 2025
21:07
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses what G-D truly desires from a person. Does he want gold and silver? He brings a lesson from the Tabernacle that G-D really wants that a persons heart should be directed to Him. He also brings out a lessonfrom the wording in the verse how we must do our part but success is ultimately not in our hands. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Vayikra-Good Guilt & Bad Guilt-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Vayikra-Good Guilt & Bad Guilt-Rebroadcast 2024
Mar 30, 2025
22:00
Is guilt or embarrasment ever good? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the Torah's outlook on how guilt and embarrasment can be something positive. He also discusses true humility and why the Torah has a small Aleph in the word Vayikra. Suscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.124-Parshas Vayikra-Do You Hear G-D's Voice
Ep.124-Parshas Vayikra-Do You Hear G-D's Voice
Apr 4, 2025
22:53
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn asks listeners if they hear G-D's voice. He explains from this weeks Parsha how G-D's voice is able to be heard by all. It is up to us if we tune in to the correct frequency. He also brings down a lesson from the wording of the verse about the word "maal" which has a double meaning in hebrew. How it teaches us about externals and what is below the surface. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Tzav-Glad Talking-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Tzav-Glad Talking-Rebroadcast 2024
Apr 6, 2025
20:09
In this week's podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of talking about the good things in our life. He brings out a lesson from the Korban Todah(The sacrifrice of thanksgiving)how the Torah focuses on speaking good and not "kvetching" about all the bad that happens to us. He also talks about the strong wording which the Torah uses when speaking to Aaron and the Kohanim(priests) and the lesson we can learn from it. Suscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Shemini-Sympathy Is Not Empathy-Rebroadcast
Parshas Shemini-Sympathy Is Not Empathy-Rebroadcast
Apr 22, 2025
22:41
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the difference between sympathy and empathy. From the Parsha we learn how Aaron Hakohen(the high priest) learnt about empathy when it came to offfering the sacrifices on th alter. He also dicusses the true way how to get to a spiritual "high". Suscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.125-Parshas Shemini-The Coexistence Of Joy And Sadness
Ep.125-Parshas Shemini-The Coexistence Of Joy And Sadness
Apr 24, 2025
27:31
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how as Jew the feelings of joy and sadness can coexist. How as people we have the ability to have total control over our emotions and how we can be happy and sad at the same time. He also discusses how we learn from Moshe be honest and admit a mistake when we are wrong. Lastly, he takes a lesson from the forbidden animal, the Chazir(pig), on how we should keep trying in life. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Tazria-Metzora-What Is Spiritual Impurity
Parshas Tazria-Metzora-What Is Spiritual Impurity
Apr 27, 2025
22:31
What is "tuma"(spiritual impurity)? How does it work? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn give 2 explanations to help understand tuma. He also gives an insight from a story of "coincidence" that happened to him this week. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- positiveperspectives.castos.com/
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Ep.126-Parshas Tazria-Metzora-The Power Of Speech
Ep.126-Parshas Tazria-Metzora-The Power Of Speech
May 1, 2025
21:19
In this week's epiosde Rabbi Kohn discusses the Parsha's lesson on how powerful our words our. How we need to realize how important we are and thus how much of an impact our statements can make. He also teaches from the Parsha how some time things "seem" like an affliction but really are blessings in disguise. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Acharei Mos-Kedoshim-The Scapegoat Explained-Rebroadcast
Parshas Acharei Mos-Kedoshim-The Scapegoat Explained-Rebroadcast
May 4, 2025
20:20
Have you ever heard of the "scapegoat"? In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses this mitzvah and brings out a practical lesson. He also explains how every Jew has the ability to be "kadosh"(be holy) and sanctify themselves in their lives. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.127-Parshas Acharei Mos-Kedeoshim-What Do YOU Live For?
Ep.127-Parshas Acharei Mos-Kedeoshim-What Do YOU Live For?
May 9, 2025
22:00
In this week's Parsha Rabbi Kohn asks what a powerful question. What do you live for? He explains from the Parsha how we need to make sure the things we are living for are of a higher calling. He also gives a lesson from the Parsha on the correct way to give rebuke or constructive critiscism so that it will be accepted. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Emor-Reverence, Not Hero Worship-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Emor-Reverence, Not Hero Worship-Rebroadcast 2024
May 12, 2025
24:55
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Torah tells us to look at our mentors. How we need to recognize that ultimately it is G-D that makes us holy and that our effort is needed to get to our full potential. He also speaks about the mitzvah of kiddush Hashem(Sanctifying the name of G-D). Suscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.128-Parshas Emor/LagB'Omer-The Benefits Of Suffering
Ep.128-Parshas Emor/LagB'Omer-The Benefits Of Suffering
May 15, 2025
24:41
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the benefits of suffering. Although we pray that we should not suffer we must realize the many benefits of being in a challenging situation. We see from the commandment of the Thanksgiving offering the proper prospective we need to develop. He also takes a lesson from the Parsha on how in life we are always getting closer or further from G-D> There is no middle ground. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Behar-Bechukosai-Ignorance Is NOT Bliss-Rebroadcast 2023
Parshas Behar-Bechukosai-Ignorance Is NOT Bliss-Rebroadcast 2023
May 18, 2025
21:29
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn disproves the notion that "ignorance is bliss" with a lesson from the weekly Parsha. He also discusses the practical lessons that we can take out from the mitzvah of Shemittah(The Sabbatical Year). Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ Chapters (00:00:00) - Practical Parasha(00:00:43) - Parshas Bahar(00:03:07) - The Mitzvah of Shmitah(00:05:45) - The Mitzvah of Shmitah(00:10:15) - The Blessing on Bread and Paranasah(00:12:03) - Parshas Bechu Kosay(00:14:47) - The Curses of the Torah
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Ep.129-Parshas Behar-Bechukosai-Let Freedom Ring
Ep.129-Parshas Behar-Bechukosai-Let Freedom Ring
May 22, 2025
25:08
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses what the Torah's definition of freedom is. He learns out from the mitzvah of the Jubilee year to give us the an insight that freedom is not the ability to do what you want when you want but rather something much deeper. He also brings out a lesson from the juxtapostion of the prohibition of overcharging to the mitzvah of Shmittah which seems to be unrelated. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Bamidbar-Diversity Is Our Strength-Rebroadcast 2023
Parshas Bamidbar-Diversity Is Our Strength-Rebroadcast 2023
May 25, 2025
21:07
In thos week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the Torah's outlook on how diversity can be our strength. With a lesson from the Degalim(banners) of the twelve tribes he shows how different strenghts can complement each other. He also explains how the Aron(Ark) carried its carriers and the lesson we can learn from it. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.130-Parshas Bamidbar- The Great Unifier-The Torah
Ep.130-Parshas Bamidbar- The Great Unifier-The Torah
May 30, 2025
26:45
In his week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the connection between the holiday of Shavous and Parshas Bamidbar. He explains how the giving of the Torah is not just important to the Jewish nation but also the Jewish individual and explains how each Jew has his place in Torah. He also teaches how we see from the Parsha the importance of standing up to injustice and how it can have lasting ramifications. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.131-Parshas Nasso- Becoming A Self Made Millionaire
Ep.131-Parshas Nasso- Becoming A Self Made Millionaire
Jun 5, 2025
26:00
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the benefits of becoming a self made spiritual millionaire. He brings out from the mitzvah of the Nazarite how an indidvidual can reach great levels of holiness. He also teaches how the money you have in your bank account is not yours and how money you give away can be yours forever. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Bahaloscha-Spiritual Deficiency Syndrome-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Bahaloscha-Spiritual Deficiency Syndrome-Rebroadcast 2024
Jun 10, 2025
24:16
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks about SDS(spiritual deficiency syndrome). He takes a lesson from the complainers who came to Moshe with a quam about the Manna. What was really bothering them and what can we learn from it? He also talks about how the Jewish people traveling with G-D teaches us an important lesson in the laws of Shabbos and our own lives. Suscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos/. Chapters (00:00:00) - The Practical Parsha Podcast Turns 2 Years Old(00:02:52) - Parsha(00:05:11) - The Divine Signs of Shabbos(00:15:13) - The Parishha about the Jewish People(00:19:35) - What's the Real Reason for Being discontented with Life?(00:21:46) - How to Find the Cause of Your Unhappy Thoughts(00:24:02) - Rabbi Shlomakon Kohn
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Ep.132-Parshas Bahaloscha-Following The Heavenly Clouds
Ep.132-Parshas Bahaloscha-Following The Heavenly Clouds
Jun 12, 2025
23:21
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how we need to follow the clouds. Not the regular clouds but the clouds of glory. We see how the Jewish nation followed the divine clouds of glory in there travels in the desert gives us an insight on how we should view the situautions in our lives. That everything is from Hashem(G-D). He also brings out a powerful idea from Pesach Sheini(The second paskal lamb). How G-D gives opportunity to those that truly desire. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Shelach-Slow and Steady Wins The Race-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Shelach-Slow and Steady Wins The Race-Rebroadcast 2024
Jun 16, 2025
17:26
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn asks the question of the generation of the desert could have doubts about G-D if they experienced first hand the miracles of Eygpt. Why did they think that G-D could not bring them into the land. He also talks about the connection between the mitzvah of tzitis and the story of the spies. Suscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ or positiveperspectives.castos/.
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Ep.133-Parshas Shelach-A Deeper Understanding Of The Mitzvah Of Challah
Ep.133-Parshas Shelach-A Deeper Understanding Of The Mitzvah Of Challah
Jun 20, 2025
24:52
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn takes a deeper dive into the mitzvah of Challah. Based on the understanding of Rabbi Samson R Hirsch he expalins how the mitzvah of seperating Challah represents multiple lessons regarding a Jews mission in this world. He also talks about the juxtaposition of the story of the spies with last week's Parsha and the lesson we can learn from it. That everything is from Hashem(G-D). He also brings out a powerful idea from Pesach Sheini(The second paskal lamb). How G-D gives opportunity to those that truly desire. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Korach- Its Not Always About Being Right-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Korach- Its Not Always About Being Right-Rebroadcast 2024
Jun 22, 2025
23:45
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how being right can actually be the wrong thing. He discusses how having peace can be more important than being right. He also discusses the source of Korach's rebellion. How envy ultimately caused him to loose everything. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Chukas-The Enigma of The Red Heifer(Para Adumah)-Rebroadcast 2022
Parshas Chukas-The Enigma of The Red Heifer(Para Adumah)-Rebroadcast 2022
Jun 29, 2025
21:23
Do some things in life not make sense sometimes? Do you ever wish you had the answers to humanities greatest questions? In this episode of The Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses a lesson from the mysterious mitzvah of the Para Adumah(Red Heifer). He also looks at an important insight from the sin of Moshe Rabbanu and how we can learn from it. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.134-Parshas Chukas-Slander And Serpents
Ep.134-Parshas Chukas-Slander And Serpents
Jul 3, 2025
23:46
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the plague of serpents that afflicted the Jewish people in the desert. What caused it to occur and how they where healed. He also brings out a lesson form the miraclous copper snake that G-D commanded Moshe to create to heal the Jewish people. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Balak-Wake Up And Smell The Coffee-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Balak-Wake Up And Smell The Coffee-Rebroadcast 2024
Jul 7, 2025
22:31
In this week's epiosde Rabbi Kohn expalins how we need to "wake up and smaell the coffee". We see from Bilaam who ignored the messages from G-D that we need to keep our eyes and ears open to see the messages that G-D sends us every day. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.135-Parshas Balak-To Live As A Jew
Ep.135-Parshas Balak-To Live As A Jew
Jul 10, 2025
23:43
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses 3 important lessons from Bilaam the evil prophet. 1)How we can use situations of others irritating for self improvement. 2)The importance of living as a jew and not just dying as a Jew. 3) The proper atitude we must have when it comes to the things we do to serve Hashem. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.97-A Time For Action(Chapter 3 Mishna 12)
Ep.97-A Time For Action(Chapter 3 Mishna 12)
Jul 13, 2025
20:15
In this week's episodr Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of ACTION. How it is not just important to learn but rather how we can find ways to implement learning into our lives. This is the Mishna's teaching method for keeping our wisdom and not loosing it. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/
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Parshas Pinchas-Defending "YOUR" G-D-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Pinchas-Defending "YOUR" G-D-Rebroadcast 2024
Jul 13, 2025
23:17
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn asks the question of why the Torah says that Pinchas acted zealously for "his G-D". Why does the Torah use the singular wording in this context? With 2 answers Rabbi Kohn teaches about the concept of Leshaim Shomayim(for the sake of heaven) and the idea that we must view situations taht G-D has commanded us specifically to act. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ Chapters (00:00:00) - The Practical Parasha Podcast(00:01:05) - Parshas Pinchas(00:04:35) - The Parsha(00:06:08) - Pinchas(00:10:45) - He Was Zealous for His God(00:17:23) - Moshe Appointing Yeshua as the Next Leader of the
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Ep.136-Parshas Pinchas- Acquiring Eternity In A Moment
Ep.136-Parshas Pinchas- Acquiring Eternity In A Moment
Jul 17, 2025
25:45
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusss the lesson from Pinchas on how 1 moment can change our destiny. The importance of making the the correct decisions at critical moments can change our lives and even the course of world history. He also expalins how that moment can be a time when we can channel all of our desires for Hashem and reach our perfection. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Matos-Maasei-Sharing The Pain Of Others-Rebroadcast 2023
Parshas Matos-Maasei-Sharing The Pain Of Others-Rebroadcast 2023
Jul 20, 2025
16:49
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks about the importance of putting our families first. How we learn what not to do from the tribes of Ruvain and Gad. He also discusses the connection between the death of the Kohen Gadol(High Priest) and an inadvertant killer going free from the City of Refuge. This event gives us an important insight into sharing our pain with others. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links-positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.98-A Reflection Of You(Chapter 3 Mishna 13)
Ep.98-A Reflection Of You(Chapter 3 Mishna 13)
Jul 20, 2025
16:39
In this weeks episode Rabbi Kohn discuuses the Mishna's powerful lesson on how we act and portray ourselves is how people will treat us back. Noy just on a personal level but also the way people view you is a microcosm of how G-D views you. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/
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Parshas Devarim-Saying It Like It Is-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Devarim-Saying It Like It Is-Rebroadcast 2024
Jul 28, 2025
22:44
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses 2 lessons from the first verse of Devarim. 1)Using the hints around us to improve ourselves 2)How we must say it like it is. To say what we beleive and not be afraid of who we are. He also discusses how the Parsha teaches us how Derech Eretz(respect) must be the foundation to all that we do. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ Chapters (00:00:00) - Practical Parsha Podcast(00:00:59) - Parshas Devarim(00:03:06) - The Parsha from Devarim(00:10:55) - Parshas Noach(00:17:45) - Rashi on The Sin of the Maraglim
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Ep.137-Parshas Devarim-The Power Of Positivity
Ep.137-Parshas Devarim-The Power Of Positivity
Jul 31, 2025
23:49
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the power of positivity and the importance of not being ambigous. How the lense we view things effects the reality we live in. We can choose to see even the most beneficial acts of kindness negatively or choose to see life with positivity. This connects the Parsha to Tisha B Av and teaches us a powerful lesson on how to rectify the destruction of the Temple. It also reconciles a issue in the Parsha on 2 different instances when Moshe admonished the Jewish people. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ Chapters (00:00:00) - Parshas Devarim(00:00:54) - Parshas Devarim(00:04:48) - Parshas Dvarim(00:12:42) - The Differences Between Moshe Rabbeinu and His Critics(00:15:43) - Rashi on Eicha and the Court System(00:19:27) - The Message of Tisha B'Av
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Ep.138-Parshas Vaeschanan-Saying Shema And Taking Responsibility
Ep.138-Parshas Vaeschanan-Saying Shema And Taking Responsibility
Aug 8, 2025
25:19
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the power of prayer and the specialness of the Shema. When we declare G-ds oneness why do we say "Hear O Israel"? It seems to be a personal statement before we accept upon ourselves the yoke of heaven. He answers the question of how it is possible to love G-D when love is an emotion. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.139-Parshas Eikev-The "Eyes" Of G-D Are On Us
Ep.139-Parshas Eikev-The "Eyes" Of G-D Are On Us
Aug 14, 2025
24:52
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the concept of free will and how it interfaces with the fact the everything is set for us on Rosh Hashanah. He gives an answer based on how G-D looks at the land of Israel and how he similarly deals with us. He also talks about the Parsha's verses that stress the reason on why G-D challenges us and the way we should view the painful thingsthat we deal with in our life. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ Chapters (00:00:00) - The Practical Parsha Podcast(00:02:06) - Parshas Eikev(00:05:46) - The Problem of Good People(00:07:28) - A Father chastises His Child(00:12:43) - The Challenges of Life(00:18:27) - The Law of Rosh Hashanah
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Parshas Re'eh-The Power Of A Good Word-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Re'eh-The Power Of A Good Word-Rebroadcast 2024
Aug 19, 2025
25:20
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Torah commands us to not just help a poor person financialy but also to help him with encouragement. He relates how this is important for all of us to internalize. The importance of giving a good word to another. He also talks about making the effort to see the blessings in your life as well as the importance of remembering where you come from. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.140-Parshas Re'eh- How To Be Real
Ep.140-Parshas Re'eh- How To Be Real
Aug 22, 2025
25:05
in this week's Parsha Rabbi Kohn discusses how to be real. How do you become an authentic person. he takes a lesson from Moshe on the power of empathy and how that causes people to view you as authentic and give an ear to what yoy have to say. he also discusses a powerful lesson from Maaser Sheni(the secind tithe) on how envoirment can effect us. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Parshas Shoftim-The Guarantors Of The Jewish People-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Shoftim-The Guarantors Of The Jewish People-Rebroadcast 2024
Aug 25, 2025
23:46
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks about how the Torahs obligation to support the tribe of Levi manifests itself today. How the Torah scholars of today are the supporters and guarantors of the Jewish people. He also discusses the mitzvah in this weeks Parsha to establish a king and how the Jewish people erred in making that request. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Ep.141-Parshas Shoftim-The True Power Of Prophecy
Ep.141-Parshas Shoftim-The True Power Of Prophecy
Aug 28, 2025
24:24
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the true power of prophecy. How the prophets of Israel are not meant to be miracle workers and future tellers. Rather they are to give us clarity in the situations we find ourselves in NOW. He also talks about the commandment of living "wholeheartedly with G-D" and how we dont need to worry about the future. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Ep.99-Sleeping Late, Midday Wine And Children's Chatter(Chapter 3 Mishna 14)
Ep.99-Sleeping Late, Midday Wine And Children's Chatter(Chapter 3 Mishna 14)
Aug 31, 2025
23:39
In this week's episode Rabbi discusses how the pull of the pleasures of this world can derail us from our true potential. He explains the Mishna's teaching to help in a way that empowers us to see the challenges before us and G-D willing overcome them. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these links- PracticalParsha.castos.com & positiveperspectives.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Parshas Ki Seitzei- The Difference Between Desires and Wants-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Ki Seitzei- The Difference Between Desires and Wants-Rebroadcast 2024
Aug 31, 2025
24:39
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the difference between desires and wants. From the mitzvah of the Yefas Toar(The woman of beatiful form) we see how their is a clear difference and how it applies to our life decisions. He also speaks about the commandment to help unload your friends donkey and how it shows us the importance helping another. Lastly, he speaks how we see from the Parsha how everyone has their unique mission in life and the need to embrace it. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Ep.142-Parshas Ki Seitzei-Don't Trust Yourself
Ep.142-Parshas Ki Seitzei-Don't Trust Yourself
Sep 4, 2025
28:25
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks about when it is approriate to NOT trust yourself. How we need to remember that as long as we are living the Evil inclination is trying to get us. He also speaks about how we see from his weeks Parsha the length we must go to train ourselves to be sensitive to the feelings of others. Lastly, he brings out an important lesson from the prohibition of a man to wear a womans clothing how everyone ha stheir own mission in life which is given to us from G-D. We need to embrace it. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Parshas Ki Savo-Running From Blessings-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Ki Savo-Running From Blessings-Rebroadcast 2024
Sep 7, 2025
23:24
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn asks how someone can be running from blessing. With a lesson from the blessings and curses he brings out an important idea about blessings in disguise. He also talks about the declaration that is made by the one who brings Bikkurim(first fruits) and what it teaches us about being influenced. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Ep.143-Parshas Ki Savo- The Blessing Of The Curses
Ep.143-Parshas Ki Savo- The Blessing Of The Curses
Sep 11, 2025
21:44
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the commandment to be happy with what you have. Not just to appreciate what you have but share your joy with others will give you more satisfaction. He also talks about how the curses in this week's Parsha are really blessings. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Ep.144-Parshas Nitzavim-Mutual Responsibility
Ep.144-Parshas Nitzavim-Mutual Responsibility
Sep 19, 2025
25:08
In this week's episode Rabbi kohn discusses the Parshas powerful lesson on mutual responsibility. How Jews are not just responsible for each other physically but also spiritually. How the covenant that was bound in this week's Parsha has ramifications for each and every one of us. He also speaks about how the fact that we are "nitzavim"(standing) to proves that the hardships we have faced have been the tool that has made us great as a people. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Ep.145-Parshas Vayailach-A Life Worth Living
Ep.145-Parshas Vayailach-A Life Worth Living
Sep 26, 2025
23:38
What is a life worth living? In this week's epiosde Rabbi Kohn explores this question with the message of Moshe Rabbanu(Moses). We see from Moshe how a life without spiritual growth is a life not worth living. He also discusses one of the gravest sins a Jew can have. The sin of giving up hope. We see from the Parsha's message that thinking that Hashem has G-D forbid forsaken us leads to more concealment. how we must remember that Hashem never gives up on us so how can we give up on ourselves. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Parshas Haazinu-Living By Example-Rebroadcast 2023
Parshas Haazinu-Living By Example-Rebroadcast 2023
Sep 29, 2025
21:57
In this weeks episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of living by example. The only way we can expect people to respect us is if we act with respect to others. He also disusses how the ways of Hashem our perfect and when we internilize this we live happier lives. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected] listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Ep.146-Parshas Haazinu-You Don't See Yourself Grow
Ep.146-Parshas Haazinu-You Don't See Yourself Grow
Oct 3, 2025
21:57
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn explains based on the Parsha how the Torah is like rain. He discusses the question of not feeling spirituality. Does that mean I am doing something wrong? He expalins that The Torah and spirituality is similar to rain in that it is not something you notice the effects instantly. Rather it takes tiem for the fruit to sprout. He also asks the question of why it was neccasry for G-D to put his chosen people in this "low world"? Could he not have put us in a higher world where we could serve him purely? Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST Chapters (00:00:00) - The Practical Parsha Podcast(00:02:07) - Parshas Hasinu(00:06:23) - The Torah is Like Rain(00:14:54) - Why Did Hashem Put Us Down Here in This World?
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Ep.147-Parshas Vezos HaBracha/Bereishis-The Ability To Walk Away From It All
Ep.147-Parshas Vezos HaBracha/Bereishis-The Ability To Walk Away From It All
Oct 13, 2025
28:50
In this week's double episode Rabbi kohn discusses a lesson from the last Parsha and the first Parsha. He talks about how the last verse of the Torah teaches us the most powerful teaching from Moshe in regards to doing what G-D wants. How we must be able to walk away from our lifes work if that is what G-D wants of us. He also brings down a powerful lesson how the first verse in this weeks Parsha is the key to having purpose in this world.
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Parshas Noach-Who Do We Really Want To Win-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Noach-Who Do We Really Want To Win-Rebroadcast 2024
Oct 20, 2025
26:46
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from the Parsha and applies it to upcoming current events, The US Election. He talks about how the Parsha gives us a correct perspective on whose leadership we want to be under. He also discusses a very powerful lesson on human physcology from the story of the Tower of Babel. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Ep.148-Parshas Noach-Putting In The Effort
Ep.148-Parshas Noach-Putting In The Effort
Oct 23, 2025
27:50
In this week's Parsha Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of putting in effort. He brings out a lesson from the animals coming to the Ark on how we need to put in the effort when it comes to Mitzvos. He also talks about the Parsha's lesson on how we are to be upstanding people. This means doing the right thing all the time. Rabbi Kohn finishes the episode with a fascinating explanation from Rabbi Samson Hirsch on the differences of the physical Earth pre flood vs post flood. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Parshas Lech Lecha- Mastering Our Emotions-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Lech Lecha- Mastering Our Emotions-Rebroadcast 2024
Oct 26, 2025
21:52
In this week's epispode Rabbi Kohn discusses how we can learn from Avraham how we deal with emotion. Is it okay to feel our feelings? He also discusses how we need to look to the stars as Avraham did to gain his optimism. To be persistent and realize that nothing is impossible. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST Chapters (00:00:00) - Parshas Lechlecha(00:05:24) - Parsha 5, Tears of Avraham(00:14:03) - Parsha 3:8(00:16:27) - The Covenant of the Parts
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Ep.149-Parshas Lech Lecha-Living Our Faith
Ep.149-Parshas Lech Lecha-Living Our Faith
Oct 30, 2025
25:29
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks about the importance of living our faith. How even direct revelation from G-D does not guarantee one perfect faith and belief in Hashem. He also talks about the commandment of circumcision and its significance to us as Jews. This mitzvah was given to Abraham in this week's Parsha. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Parshas Vayaira-Living For The Greater Good-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Vayaira-Living For The Greater Good-Rebroadcast 2024
Nov 4, 2025
23:10
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses a powerful lesson from the weekly Parsha about how we need to look at ourselves. That it always more important to bring about "kavod shomayim"(honor of heaven) even at the expense of our own honor. Because we are not here for just ourselves. He also talks about how we learn a lesson from Avraham to serve G-D with both our good and evil inclinations. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Ep.150-Parshas Vayaira-Responsibility Over Pain
Ep.150-Parshas Vayaira-Responsibility Over Pain
Nov 7, 2025
26:39
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks about the powerful lesson we learn from the Parsha on how we need to realize our responsibilities even in the face of pain. We see from Hagar action show we are not supposed to act. He also discusses the true tolerance of Abraham. How we must learn to seperate the action from the person. Lastly he brings out a lesson from the binding of Isaac on how we never loose when we do what Hashem wants. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST Chapters (00:00:00) - Practical Parasha Podcast(00:01:34) - Parshas Vayera(00:06:53) - The Parasha(00:15:05) - The Episode of Sedom(00:21:11) - The Akedah, The Binding of Yitzhak
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Parshas Chayei Sarah-The 1% Changes-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Chayei Sarah-The 1% Changes-Rebroadcast 2024
Nov 10, 2025
20:33
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the concept of 1% changes. He gives over the speech tha the gave at the dinner that he was honored at as well as an idea on the Parsha. He brings out from the Parsha how we need to give importance in life to things that are truly important. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST