Popular Shows by Rabbi Shlomo Kohn שלמה כהן
394 episodes
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Parshas Toldos-The Art Of Blaming-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Toldos-The Art Of Blaming-Rebroadcast 2024
Nov 17, 2025
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/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Ep.152-Parshas Toldos-What Was Rivka Thinking?
Ep.152-Parshas Toldos-What Was Rivka Thinking?
Nov 20, 2025
24:21
In this week's Parsha Rabbi Kohn looks at the story of Jacob stealing the blessings from Esav. How he listened to the plan thought of by his mother Rivka to "deceive" Yitzchak. What was Rivka thinking? What was her true intent? What is the message for us? He also gives over a powerful lesson on being careful with the feelings of others even when you are in the "right". 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 Parshas(00:02:01) - The Parasha(00:06:23) - The Characteristics of Yaakov and Esav(00:10:38) - Stealing the Brachos from Esav(00:15:45) - Parsha 3, The Deception of Esav(00:18:33) - Parsha 5: Because Yaakov Stole the Blessings
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Parshas Vayeitzei-Being Indifferent To Evil-Rebroadcast
Parshas Vayeitzei-Being Indifferent To Evil-Rebroadcast
Nov 25, 2025
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/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Ep.153-Parshas Vayeitzei-Fear Of Failure
Ep.153-Parshas Vayeitzei-Fear Of Failure
Nov 27, 2025
22:55
In this week's episodr Rabbi Kohn brings out a lesson on how we must not be afraid to fail. We see from the "mistake" of Yaakov that we must not fear trying even if we might not suceede. He also speaks about the true meaning of "thanksgiving" and what is the highest level of gratitude. 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 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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Ep.154-Parshas Vayishlach- Staying Small
Ep.154-Parshas Vayishlach- Staying Small
Dec 4, 2025
25:08
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how Yaakov "stayed small". Before meeting his brother Esau, Yaakov said "katonti"(I am small). He was teaching us how we need to stay true to ourselves no matter how succesful we become. He also brings down an idea on how direct communication can lead to peace and how sometimes your enemy can be become your close friend. 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 Vayeishev-Communication Is The Key-Rebroadcast 2023
Parshas Vayeishev-Communication Is The Key-Rebroadcast 2023
Dec 8, 2025
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/Chanukah-Doing Right VS Being Liked-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Mikeitz/Chanukah-Doing Right VS Being Liked-Rebroadcast 2024
Dec 16, 2025
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/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST Chapters (00:00:00) - Parshas Miketz(00:01:22) - The Parsha(00:05:39) - Parsha 2:8- Yosef Hatzadik(00:11:05) - Hanukkah: Standing Up for What's Right ((00:14:12) - The Seventh Year of Plenty and the Famine(00:20:13) - The Life of Yosef and His Brothers
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Ep.155-Parshas Mikeitz/Chanukah-The Risk Of Toxic Associations
Ep.155-Parshas Mikeitz/Chanukah-The Risk Of Toxic Associations
Dec 19, 2025
25:45
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the rik of being connected with the wrong people. When we are around negative things it will effect us. He also brings out a lesson from Chanukah on how the holiday is the time for us to focus on whats on the inside and not be held back by our "gates". 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: The Sydney Synagogue tragedy(00:04:57) - The Parsha(00:08:51) - The Parasha(00:12:50) - The Bad Associations of Paro(00:18:37) - Chanukah
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Parshas Vayigash-What Is Life?-Rebroadcast 2024
Parshas Vayigash-What Is Life?-Rebroadcast 2024
Dec 23, 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/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST Chapters (00:00:00) - The Practical Parasha Podcast(00:00:47) - Parsha(00:04:07) - The Life of Yaakov in the Parsha(00:11:49) - Parsha 4, Part 3(00:16:01) - When Yosef returned to his father,
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Ep.156-Parshas Vayigash-Time To Focus
Ep.156-Parshas Vayigash-Time To Focus
Dec 25, 2025
26:59
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discuuses a powerful lesson from Yosef about focusing. How Yosef pushed aside his emotions to put all his energies into one mission. This is an important lesson for us especially in the ADD world we live in. To make time to focus. He also speaks about the importance of dealing with our emotions and not putting it under the rug. We see from Yosef how he finally cried after 22 years. 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 Vayechi-A Living Legacy-Rebroadcast 2025
Parshas Vayechi-A Living Legacy-Rebroadcast 2025
Dec 29, 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/ Jewish Resources and Guidance on End of Life Issues- www.nasck.org
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Ep.157-Parshas Vayechi-Fast And Furious
Ep.157-Parshas Vayechi-Fast And Furious
Jan 2, 2026
26:42
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the risks of acting"fast and furious". Although we need to make decisions all the time we must be careful to make them in a rational and proper way. He also speaks about how the two names of Yaakov used in the blessings of his children show us what we should aspire for our children and 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/ Jewish Resources and Guidance on End of Life Issues- www.nasck.org If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST Chapters (00:00:00) - Parshas Vayechi(00:00:40) - Parshas Vayaki(00:02:35) - Thank You Hashem for the Cash(00:06:48) - Yaakov of Enu Jacob Passes Away(00:09:06) - Yaakov rebuked Reuven(00:14:49) - Beautiful Thought About Yaakov's Blessing His Sons(00:23:26) - Yisachar Issachar
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Parshas Shemos-The Right Person, Place, and Time-Rebroadcast 2025
Parshas Shemos-The Right Person, Place, and Time-Rebroadcast 2025
Jan 4, 2026
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/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Ep.158-Parshas Shemos-The Power Of Self Image
Ep.158-Parshas Shemos-The Power Of Self Image
Jan 8, 2026
25:20
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses a lesson in self image from the weekly parsha. He brings out how the Eygptians where not able to enslave the Jewish nation so long as they looked to them as important. He also brings out a lesson on how we must always try to accomplish righteous endeavors even if we dont neccasarily see how they are going to succede. In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the risks of acting"fast and furious". Although we need to make decisions all the time we must be careful to make them in a rational and proper way. He also speaks about how the two names of Yaakov used in the blessings of his children show us what we should aspire for our children and 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 Vaeira-How To Access Blessing In Your Life-Rebroadcast 2025
Parshas Vaeira-How To Access Blessing In Your Life-Rebroadcast 2025
Jan 13, 2026
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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Ep.159-Parshas Vaera-Pharoah's Free Choice
Ep.159-Parshas Vaera-Pharoah's Free Choice
Jan 15, 2026
25:42
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the question of Pharoahs free choice. Did Pharoah loose his free choice when G-D hardened his heart? Did that mean that he lost his free will? He also speaks about how Hashem spoke to Moshe regarding beleiving in 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/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Parshas Bo-The Legacy Of My Uncle-Rabbi Shmuel Kohn Z"T"L-Rebroadcast
Parshas Bo-The Legacy Of My Uncle-Rabbi Shmuel Kohn Z"T"L-Rebroadcast
Jan 18, 2026
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/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Ep.160-Parshas Bo- Grabbing At Straws/Believing What We Want To Believe
Ep.160-Parshas Bo- Grabbing At Straws/Believing What We Want To Believe
Jan 22, 2026
27:24
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks about why Moshe changed what G-D told him to say to the Pharaoh. When he told Pharoah about the plague of the firstborn he said at "about midnight" instead of at midnight. Why did Moshe do this? Does G-D not know how to tell time? He also speaks about the mitzvah of the korban Pesach. How family is important to our Judaism and how are Judaism brings our families together. 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 Beshalach-Earning A Livelihood Is As Difficult As Splitting The Sea-Rebroadcast 2025
Parshas Beshalach-Earning A Livelihood Is As Difficult As Splitting The Sea-Rebroadcast 2025
Jan 26, 2026
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/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST Chapters (00:00:00) - Parshas Peshalach(00:00:29) - The Parsha(00:09:14) - Levi Yisroel on Earning a livelihood(00:15:33) - The Mishnah on Mitzvah
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Ep.161-Parshas Beshalach-How To Develop Empathy?
Ep.161-Parshas Beshalach-How To Develop Empathy?
Jan 29, 2026
27:22
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses a lesson on how we become empathatic people. From the actions of Moshe we can learn how to develop this powerful trait. He also teaches a beautiful lesson on how the mitzvah of Shabbos can help us our lives without the anxiety of earning a livelehood. He also relates anspirational story from a podcast listener. 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 Yisro-Staying True To The Mission-Rebroadcast 2025
Parshas Yisro-Staying True To The Mission-Rebroadcast 2025
Feb 2, 2026
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/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Parshas Mishpatim-Damage Control-Rebroadcast 2025
Parshas Mishpatim-Damage Control-Rebroadcast 2025
Feb 11, 2026
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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Ep.162-Parshas Mishpatim-Mazel Tov....Its A Boy!!!
Ep.162-Parshas Mishpatim-Mazel Tov....Its A Boy!!!
Feb 13, 2026
22:47
Mazel Tov! Its a boy! In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the reason for his missed episode. He gives over the speech he gave at his son's bris this past monday. The connection of circumcision to this week's Parsha. How this mitzvah makes the Jewish people a treasured nation. He also discusses the Parsha's lesson on the importance of not following the crowd. 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 to my Yeshiva -Yeshiva Derech Chaim use this secure link www.charidy.com/ydc/skohn If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Parshas Terumah-A Place For G-D Within US-Rebroadcast 2025
Parshas Terumah-A Place For G-D Within US-Rebroadcast 2025
Feb 15, 2026
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/ To donate to my Yeshiva -Yeshiva Derech Chaim use this secure link www.charidy.com/ydc/skohn If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Ep.163-Parshas Terumah- Sometimes We Need To Take
Ep.163-Parshas Terumah- Sometimes We Need To Take
Feb 19, 2026
24:39
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the Torah's lesson on how we all must take when approriate. If someone refuses help when he needs it he is showing a sense of cruelty to himself. He also discusses the Ramban on this week's Parsha which connects the revelation at Sinai to the building of the Mishkan(Tabernacle). Another idea which is discussed is the wording the Torah uses when describing the building of the Menorah. Was it built by Moshe and the Jewish craftsmen or did something miraculous happen. 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(00:00:50) - Rabbi Shlomo Cohen(00:01:22) - The Mishkan(00:13:33) - Two Wrongs Don't Make a Right(00:20:41) - How the Jews Made a Menorah
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Ep.164-Parshas Tetzaveh-Garments Of Greatness
Ep.164-Parshas Tetzaveh-Garments Of Greatness
Feb 26, 2026
26:41
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the priestly garments. He discusses the reasons why it was neccasary for the Kohanim to wear special garments. He looks how these sacred vestments caused the kohanim to be elevated and view themselves as a mesenger for the entire Jewish nation. He also talks about the "Tzitz"(the headplate) that the Kohen Gadol(high priest) wore and what it signified. 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(00:00:51) - Parshas Tetzavah(00:03:06) - Parsha 4, Kohanim and the Vestments(00:08:43) - The Kohen Gadol(00:15:23) - The Tzitz(00:22:14) - The Ketorah altar
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Special Episode -The Purim Story-Then and Now(Rebroadcast)
Special Episode -The Purim Story-Then and Now(Rebroadcast)
Mar 2, 2026
33:17
How does the story of Purim relate to us today? Can a holiday that has its origins in ancient Persia giva us insight of how to live today? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses Purim and two fundamental lessons that we can take out of this amazing holiday. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email [email protected].
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Special Episode -The Purim Story-Then and Now(Rebroadcast)
Special Episode -The Purim Story-Then and Now(Rebroadcast)
Mar 2, 2026
33:17
How does the story of Purim relate to us today? Can a holiday that has its origins in ancient Persia giva us insight of how to live today? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses Purim and two fundamental lessons that we can take out of this amazing holiday. Subscribe to The Pirkei Avos Podcast. Living with Torah ethics. For questions or comments please email [email protected].
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Ep.165-Parshas Ki Sisa- Bases Of Faith
Ep.165-Parshas Ki Sisa- Bases Of Faith
Mar 6, 2026
26:02
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the half shekel coin and its significance. What it was used for teaches a lesson on the foundations of the Torah. He also speaks about the benefits of feeling guilty with a lesson from Moshe's reaction to the golden calf. Lastly, Rabbi Kohn discusses the quality that merited Joshua to take over the mantle of leadership from Moshe. 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.166-Parshas Vayakel-Pikudei-The Mishkan, A Microcosm Of Our World
Ep.166-Parshas Vayakel-Pikudei-The Mishkan, A Microcosm Of Our World
Mar 12, 2026
25:38
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Mishkan(Tabernacle) was a microcosm of how we are to live our lives. How we are supposed to make our homes and hearts into a sanctuary for G-D. He also speaks about the diffrent levels of motivation when it cam to the donations of the Mishkan. How it can be a guide for us on pushing ourselves beyond our comfort zone. 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 Vayikra-Do You Hear G-D's Voice-Rebroadcast 2025
Parshas Vayikra-Do You Hear G-D's Voice-Rebroadcast 2025
Mar 16, 2026
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-Protecting Human Dignity-Rebroadcast
Parshas Tzav-Protecting Human Dignity-Rebroadcast
Mar 24, 2026
17:37
In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses the extent the Torah goes to protect the honor of another person. Additionally, he discusses the importance of the Mitzvah of Terumas Hadeshen(clearing of the ashes) and how it give us a lesson on outlook. 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.167-Parshas Tzav/Shabbos Hagadol-Routine And Renewal
Ep.167-Parshas Tzav/Shabbos Hagadol-Routine And Renewal
Mar 26, 2026
30:16
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn speaks about how the clearing the ashes on the alter teach us both about routine and renewal. How we need to remeber that the things we have done yesterday we will do today and the things we do today we will do tomorrow. Continuity and routine is key to our spiritual lives. We also see from the ashes on the alter how renewal is also neccasary to keep things fresh and exciting. Additionally he speaks about the power of positive attitude and how the Torah governs our thoughts. Not just our actions. 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.168-Parshas Shemini-Making It NOT Personal
Ep.168-Parshas Shemini-Making It NOT Personal
Apr 10, 2026
23:35
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how the story of Nadav and Avihu, the sons of Aron, teach us how we need to realize the bigger picture. He explains how their error was based on a mistaken outlook of what the divine service of the kohanim was all about. Rabbi Kohn also brings down a lesson from R'Hirsch on the significanc of kosher and how the physical effects the spiritual. Lastly, Rabbi Kohn shares some reflections from the holiday of Pesach which just ended. 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) - Parshha Al Shmini(00:01:34) - Jewish holidays, especially Passover(00:10:46) - Parsha Shmini(00:18:04) - The Laws of Kashrus
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Parshas Tazria-Metzora-The Power Of Speech-Rebroadcast 2025
Parshas Tazria-Metzora-The Power Of Speech-Rebroadcast 2025
Apr 13, 2026
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/ If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST
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Ep.169-Parshas Tazria-Metzorah-Not Being Absolute All The Time
Ep.169-Parshas Tazria-Metzorah-Not Being Absolute All The Time
Apr 16, 2026
24:03
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of not being absolute. Being able to give room to the idea that we might be wrong at times. This connects to a three part idea that Rabbi Kohn brings out from the Parsha. How speaking freely causes us to speak Lashon Harah(Evil Speech). Thsi is caused by arrogance which can be avoided by not being definitive all the time. 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.170-Parshas Achrei Mos-Kedoshim-Seeing Yourself In The Rebuke Of Others
Ep.170-Parshas Achrei Mos-Kedoshim-Seeing Yourself In The Rebuke Of Others
Apr 23, 2026
23:52
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses ideas from Parshas Achrei Mos and Kedoshim. First he discusses how we need to get to a place were the mitzvos are "within us". How it is not enough to just do the mitzvos. We need to do them with enthusiasm. He also brings down a thought from the Sfas Emes on how to give rebuke. If we saw a sin being comitted that means their a small part of that sin being manifested in us. When we searcg for that and do Teshuva the other fellow see that our rebuke is sincere and returns as well. Lastly, he brings down a thought on how the mitzvah of loving our neighbor is not enough to have a loving feeling but to act on those feelings to do postive things. 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 SUPPORT THE BENSALEM JEWISH OUTREACH CENTER AND HELP RABBI KOHN REACH HIS GOAL USE THIS SECURE LINK DONATE HERE 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: Thank You!(00:02:29) - Parshas Kedoshim(00:05:41) - Go In My Laws and Protect My Decrees(00:10:58) - The Mitzvah of One Day(00:15:02) - The Mitzvah of Rebuker (Parasha K(00:21:07) - The Mitzvah of Vahafta Lereich
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Ep.1-Parshas Bahaloscha
Ep.1-Parshas Bahaloscha
Jun 15, 2022
20:21
Welcome to The Practical Parsha Podcast. The podcast where we take practical ideas from the Parsha to inspire us to be better people and grow in our spirituality. This week Rabbi Kohn discusses the significance of Aharon Hakohen(The High Priest) getting the job of lighting the Menorah as well as the special mitzvah of Pesach Sheini and it's significance. 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.2-Parshas Shelach
Ep.2-Parshas Shelach
Jun 22, 2022
18:31
In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn brings out three important lessons from the story of the spies. How we can learn what not to do from some people, how we must be careful when we rationalize our decisions, and an important idea in self esteem. 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.3-Parshas Korach-Don't Play With Fire
Ep.3-Parshas Korach-Don't Play With Fire
Jun 29, 2022
18:40
Did your mother ever tell you not to play with fire? Probably yes! In this weeks Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses how machlokes(fighting) is like fire, the cause why Korach began a rebellion against Moshe 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 podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.4-Parshas Chukas-The Enigma of The Red Heifer(Para Adumah)
Ep.4-Parshas Chukas-The Enigma of The Red Heifer(Para Adumah)
Jul 7, 2022
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 podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.5-Parshas Balak
Ep.5-Parshas Balak
Jul 12, 2022
27:44
In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn learns a lesson about how outlook and atitude can help us reach our goals. He also takes a lesson in constructive critiscm from the evil prophet Balaam. 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.6 Parshas Pinchas -What is true mercy?
Ep.6 Parshas Pinchas -What is true mercy?
Jul 20, 2022
17:48
In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast rabbi Kohn discusses's true mercy and real cruelty. Many times what we view as kind can really be cruel and what we see as cruel can be kind. 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.7-Parshas Matos-Masei 2022-Your weakness can be your hidden strength
Ep.7-Parshas Matos-Masei 2022-Your weakness can be your hidden strength
Jul 28, 2022
16:56
In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from the laws of kashering. How are weaknesses can actually be our hidden strength. He also talks about the 42 stops in life that we all make. 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.8-Parshas Devarim- Making Inspiration Last
Ep.8-Parshas Devarim- Making Inspiration Last
Aug 3, 2022
18:30
Have you ever been inspired? Did that inspiration lead to meaningful change in your life? In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn speaks about making inspiration last from a lesson in the Book of Devarim. He also talks about the tragedy of Tisha B Av and how we today can relate to the destruction of the Bais Hamikdosh(The Holy Temple) in 2022. 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.9-Parshas Re'eh-The Blessing of Free Will
Ep.9-Parshas Re'eh-The Blessing of Free Will
Aug 24, 2022
18:53
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the idea of free will. How evry person has it and how we can determine our own destinies. He also brings out from the Parsha hpw life is like an EKG machine. Either you are going up or down. 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.10-Parshas Shoftim- Overcoming Self Bribery and Bias
Ep.10-Parshas Shoftim- Overcoming Self Bribery and Bias
Sep 1, 2022
20:08
In this weeks Practical Parsha podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses self bribery. How we bribe ourselves to not recognize our own faults and how to fix it. He also talks about the intriguing mitzvah of Egla Arufah(The Axed Calf) and how we can take from it a lesson in responsibility. 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.11-Parshas Ki Seitzei-The Battle Royale of Life
Ep.11-Parshas Ki Seitzei-The Battle Royale of Life
Sep 7, 2022
23:39
In this episode Rabbi Kohn speaks about the commandment of Yifas Toar(The captive woman of beatiful form). He discusses the question why the Torah is allowing something which would be forbidden under normal circumstances. He also teaches about the practical aspect of the Ben Sorer Umorer(The wayward & rebellious son) evn though according to theTalmud it has never happened nor will it ever. 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.12-Parshas Ki Savo-Having Gratitude
Ep.12-Parshas Ki Savo-Having Gratitude
Sep 15, 2022
20:08
In this weeks Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses the mitzah of Bikkurim(first fruits) and how it teaches us to have gratitude. He also makes a connection to the blessings and curses which are enumerated at the end of the Parsha with an important lesson.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.13-Parshas Nitzavim-New Beginings
Ep.13-Parshas Nitzavim-New Beginings
Sep 23, 2022
17:29
What does the last Parsha of the year have to do with new beginings? What messages can we take from it as we head into the new year? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the connection to Rosh Hashanah and the lesson we can take. 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.14-Parshas Haazinu-Spiritual Touch Points
Ep.14-Parshas Haazinu-Spiritual Touch Points
Oct 6, 2022
19:13
Can you ever touch spirituality? Do our mitzvos(good deeds) have an effect on the Earth which we live in? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks about how the spiritual world "touches" our physical world. How the Torah we learn and the mitzvos we perform change the world. 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.15-Parshas Vezos Habracha-Completing The Torah to Begin Again
Ep.15-Parshas Vezos Habracha-Completing The Torah to Begin Again
Oct 13, 2022
13:33
Mazel tov! We have completed the Torah. What is the excitement of finishing the cycle of reading the Torah? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses an idea that makes Judaism unique and how it ties into the last parsha of the Torah. 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.16-Parshas Bereishis-Having a Purpose
Ep.16-Parshas Bereishis-Having a Purpose
Oct 21, 2022
19:11
Is their a purpose to this world? Is it just a coincidence or did G-D create the universe for a purpose? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the reason why the Torah starts with the creation of the world as opposed to the first commandment. 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.17-Parshas Noach-The Secret to Greatness
Ep.17-Parshas Noach-The Secret to Greatness
Oct 27, 2022
21:36
What is the secret to greatness? How do we become amazing people? In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn brings a lesson from Parshas Noach on how we become great. 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.18-Parshas Lech Lecha-How To Know If G-D Loves You
Ep.18-Parshas Lech Lecha-How To Know If G-D Loves You
Nov 4, 2022
22:15
How do you know if G-D loves you? Does challenge in your life mean that G-D hates you or loves you? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn shows how tests are a way that G-D shows us his love. 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. 19-Parshas Chayei Sarah-Dealing with Regret
Ep. 19-Parshas Chayei Sarah-Dealing with Regret
Nov 16, 2022
24:44
How do we deal with regret? How should we feel after we do something good and it does not turn out as planned? In this weeks episode Rabbi Kohn talks about the proper attitude when it comes to the decisions we have made. Additionally, he gives two big insights into relationships and true love. 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.20-Parshas Toldos-Giving Up Eternity For Beans
Ep.20-Parshas Toldos-Giving Up Eternity For Beans
Nov 25, 2022
18:50
In This week's episode of The Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses the atitude we need to have when it comes to our "real decisions". When faced with a question of physical vs spiritual what wins out? How do we view our material needs vs our spiritual? He also discusses a lesson from the Parsha on not giving up. 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.21-Parshas Vayeitzei-Jacob's Ladder
Ep.21-Parshas Vayeitzei-Jacob's Ladder
Dec 2, 2022
18:54
Have you heard of Jacob's Ladder? Did you ever hear an explanation to its significance? In this weeks Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses how Jacob's ladder symbolizes our spiritual movement and growth in our lives. 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.22-Parshas Vayishlach- Enthusiasm For Mitzvos
Ep.22-Parshas Vayishlach- Enthusiasm For Mitzvos
Dec 8, 2022
23:17
How enthusiastic are you when it comes to mitzvos? Do you show the same level of excitement for spirituality as you do for your favorite sports team? In this week's Practical Parsha Podact Rabbi Kohn discusses a lesson from Yaakov on having the right atitude when it comes to serving G-D. 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.23-Parshas Vayeishev-Mission Accomplished
Ep.23-Parshas Vayeishev-Mission Accomplished
Dec 16, 2022
24:25
In this weeks Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses why the Torah is so "hard" on Yaakov when he wanted to settle down and enjoy tranquility. Was their something flawed in Yaakov's atitude? Also, he talks about the "Jewish Spirit". How we need to keep our heads high even in the darkest of times. 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.24-Parshas Mikeitz-Man Plans But G-D Plans Better
Ep.24-Parshas Mikeitz-Man Plans But G-D Plans Better
Dec 23, 2022
21:46
In this week's episode of the Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses how the story of Yosef(Josef) teaches us about how we should view our situations in life. Even at the darkest moment Yosef never gav eup and always new their was a reason for the challenges he was going through. Rabbi Kohn also discusses the connection between Chanukah and Parshas Mikeitz
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Ep.25-Parshas Vayigash-Realizing Mistakes=Reaching Potential
Ep.25-Parshas Vayigash-Realizing Mistakes=Reaching Potential
Dec 30, 2022
22:16
In this week's Practical Parsha Podacast Rabbi Kohn talk's about mistakes and criticism. How Josef gave reproof to his brothers and how it is a lesson on realizing mistakes and reaching our potential. 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/ Link to donate for Rabbis Can Run Marathon for the benefit of Olami- https://thechesedfund.com/rabbiscanrun/rcr2023/teams/rabbishlomokohn
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Ep.26-Parshas Vayechi-Good Actions & Intentions
Ep.26-Parshas Vayechi-Good Actions & Intentions
Jan 6, 2023
21:20
In this weeks Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn learns out a lesson from Yaakov(Jacob) on having the correct intentions. That it is not enough to just do the right things but we must also strive to connect that with the correct intentions and thoughts. 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/ Help Support Rabbi Kohn reach the finish line-Link Below Link to donate for Rabbis Can Run Marathon for the benefit of Olami- https://thechesedfund.com/rabbiscanrun/rcr2023/teams/rabbishlomokohn
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Ep.27-Parshas Shemos- How To Be A Great Leader
Ep.27-Parshas Shemos- How To Be A Great Leader
Jan 12, 2023
22:26
What skills does it take to be a geat leader? Is it something which can be developed?In this weeks Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Shlomo Kohn talks about the Torah's ideals of leadership. What you really need to be a great leader. He also dicusses the concept of Hakaras Hatov(gratitude) and Mesiras Nefesh(self sacrifice). 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/ Help Support Rabbi Kohn reach the finish line-Link Below Link to donate for Rabbis Can Run Marathon for the benefit of Olami- https://thechesedfund.com/rabbiscanrun/rcr2023/teams/rabbishlomokohn
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Ep.28-Parshas Va'eira-Being Desensitized To Truth
Ep.28-Parshas Va'eira-Being Desensitized To Truth
Jan 20, 2023
21:43
In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses a beatiful idea he heard from the Rosh Yeshiva of the Lakewood Yeshiva, Rabbi Yeruchim Olshin. he also explores how Pharoah's heart was hardened by G-D. How desensification can cause us to things that we know are wrong and not even affect us. 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/ Help Support Rabbi Kohn reach the finish line-Link Below Link to donate for Rabbis Can Run Marathon for the benefit of Olami- https://thechesedfund.com/rabbiscanrun/rcr2023/teams/rabbishlomokohn
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Ep.29-Parshas Bo-Why Does G-D Do Miracles?
Ep.29-Parshas Bo-Why Does G-D Do Miracles?
Jan 26, 2023
19:49
Why does G-D perform miracles? Why are we always talking about the Exodus in Judaism? Why is it so important? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn answers these questions from a fundamental essay from the Ramban(Nachmondies). 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/ Help Support Rabbi Kohn reach the finish line-Link Below Link to donate for Rabbis Can Run Marathon for the benefit of Olami- https://thechesedfund.com/rabbiscanrun/rcr2023/teams/rabbishlomokohn
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Ep.30-Parshas Beshalach-Staying Inspired
Ep.30-Parshas Beshalach-Staying Inspired
Feb 3, 2023
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/ Help Support Rabbi Kohn reach the finish line-Link Below Link to donate for Rabbis Can Run Marathon for the benefit of Olami- https://thechesedfund.com/rabbiscanrun/rcr2023/teams/rabbishlomokohn
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Ep.31-Parshas Mishpatim-Are Civil Laws Divine?
Ep.31-Parshas Mishpatim-Are Civil Laws Divine?
Feb 16, 2023
20:55
Are Civil Laws Divine? Are the laws that govern the behavior of society legislated in the Torah? Do they have the same staus as the 10 commandments? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how the juxataposition of the civil laws of the Torah and the Ten commandments teaches us an important lesson. 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/ Help Support Rabbi Kohn reach the finish line-Link Below Link to donate for Rabbis Can Run Marathon for the benefit of Olami- https://thechesedfund.com/rabbiscanrun/rcr2023/teams/rabbishlomokohn
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Ep.32-Parshas Teruma-Givers and Takers
Ep.32-Parshas Teruma-Givers and Takers
Feb 24, 2023
19:23
Is it only hard to be a giver? Or, is it also difficult to be a taker? In this week's podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses how one must take in order to give and the concept of histadlus(due diligince). 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.33-Parshas Tetzaveh-Giving Your Best
Ep.33-Parshas Tetzaveh-Giving Your Best
Mar 1, 2023
18:59
In this weeks's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn talks about being the best you can be. He learns out an amazing lesson from the olive oil of the menorah on what G-D expects of us. He also brings out a fundamental lesson from the vestments of the Kohen Gadol(High Priest) on the two types of caring. 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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Special Episode -The Purim Story-Then and Now(rebroadcast)
Special Episode -The Purim Story-Then and Now(rebroadcast)
Mar 6, 2023
33:17
How does the story of Purim relate to us today? Can a holiday that has its origins in ancient Persia giva us insight of how to live today? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses Purim and two fundamental lessons that we can take out of this amazing holiday. For questions or comments please email [email protected]. To 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.34-Parshas Ki Sisa-What is the "Evil Eye"?
Ep.34-Parshas Ki Sisa-What is the "Evil Eye"?
Mar 10, 2023
22:59
Have you ever heard of the "Evil Eye"? what is it and how does it work? In this week's episode of the Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses the half shekel coin that was used to count the Jewish people and the concept of "Ayin Hora"(Evil Eye). He also brings out a powerful lesson on being your best advocate from the sin of the golden calf. 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.35-Parshas Vayakel-Pikudei- Rationalizing Our Observances
Ep.35-Parshas Vayakel-Pikudei- Rationalizing Our Observances
Mar 17, 2023
19:20
Have you ever rationalized why its important for you not to do a mitzvah? Have you ever told yourself that it would be better for me not to do something good? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn teaches a lesson from the Parsha on where we go wrong when we rationlize. He also discusses a fundamental lesson from the nesiim(leaders of the tribes) on the trait of laziness. 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.36-Parshas Vayikra-The True Meaning Of Korbanos ("Sacrifices")
Ep.36-Parshas Vayikra-The True Meaning Of Korbanos ("Sacrifices")
Mar 24, 2023
22:52
What comes to your mind when I say "lets offer a sacrifice"? Do you think of a barbaric ritual? Do you think of cannibals? In this episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the service of the korbanos and how they are improperly translated as sacrifices and how we can learn from them. 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.37-Parshas Tzav-Protecting Human Dignity
Ep.37-Parshas Tzav-Protecting Human Dignity
Mar 31, 2023
17:37
In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses the extent the Torah goes to protect the honor of another person. Additionally, he discusses the importance of the Mitzvah of Terumas Hadeshen(clearing of the ashes) and how it give us a lesson on outlook. 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.38-Parshas Shemini- Acceptance-The Key To Happiness
Ep.38-Parshas Shemini- Acceptance-The Key To Happiness
Apr 11, 2023
20:28
In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn learns from the silence of Aharon Hakohen(Aron the High Priest) about accepting the will of Hashem(G-D). How the key to having happiness is accepting the will of G-D and recognizing that instinctively it is for our good. He also discusses kosher and how "you are what you eat" both physically and spiritually. 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.39-Parshas Tazria-Metzora-What Is Spiritual Impurity?
Ep.39-Parshas Tazria-Metzora-What Is Spiritual Impurity?
Apr 20, 2023
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 podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.40-Parshas Acharei Mos-Kedoshim-The Scapegoat Explained
Ep.40-Parshas Acharei Mos-Kedoshim-The Scapegoat Explained
Apr 28, 2023
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 podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.41-Parshas Emor-Overcoming Our Emotions
Ep.41-Parshas Emor-Overcoming Our Emotions
May 5, 2023
21:54
In this week's episode of The Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from the Kohen Gadol(High Priest) on how we are very strong and resilient people. How we can overcome the strongest emotions and still be happy and joyous. He also talks about the mitzvah of Kiddush Hashem(Sanctification of G-D's) name. How it is not just martyrdom. 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.42-Parshas Behar-Bechukosai-Ignorance Is NOT Bliss
Ep.42-Parshas Behar-Bechukosai-Ignorance Is NOT Bliss
May 11, 2023
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/
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Ep.43- Parshas Bamidbar-Diversity Is Our Strength
Ep.43- Parshas Bamidbar-Diversity Is Our Strength
May 19, 2023
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.44-Mazel Tov-Its a Boy-Thoughts From The Bris Milah
Ep.44-Mazel Tov-Its a Boy-Thoughts From The Bris Milah
May 25, 2023
15:27
Mazel Tov. Its a boy. In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn says over the Dvar Torah he shared at his sons Bris this past Tuesday. It connects the mitzvah of Bris to the receivng of the Torah and teaches us a very powerful message. 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.45-Parshas Nasso-Who Is Truly Free?
Ep.45-Parshas Nasso-Who Is Truly Free?
Jun 2, 2023
23:09
Do you consider yourelf to be free? Does following your what makes you happy make you free? In this weeks episode Rabbi Kohn talks about what make a person have true liberty. He also speaks how sinning does not happen in a vacuum and what you can do aboout 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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Parshas Bahaloscha-Rebroadcast
Parshas Bahaloscha-Rebroadcast
Jun 4, 2023
20:21
Welcome to The Practical Parsha Podcast. The podcast where we take practical ideas from the Parsha to inspire us to be better people and grow in our spirituality. This week Rabbi Kohn discusses the significance of Aharon Hakohen(The High Priest) getting the job of lighting the Menorah as well as the special mitzvah of Pesach Sheini and it's significance. 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.46-Parshas Bahaloscha-Finding Inner Strength
Ep.46-Parshas Bahaloscha-Finding Inner Strength
Jun 9, 2023
20:06
In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of finding inner strength to acheive our goals. Learning from the famous Midrash of Aaron Hakohen he brings out how we can be like the levites even if we are not levites. He also talks about the Clouds of Glory and their fundamental lesson. 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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Parshas Shelach-Rebroadcast
Parshas Shelach-Rebroadcast
Jun 12, 2023
18:31
In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn brings out three important lessons from the story of the spies. How we can learn what not to do from some people, how we must be careful when we rationalize our decisions, and an important idea in self esteem. 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.47-Parshas Shelach-How To Stand For What You Believe In
Ep.47-Parshas Shelach-How To Stand For What You Believe In
Jun 15, 2023
25:12
How do you stand up for what you beleive in? Do you fight the negative forces around you? Or is it better to keep quiet and and keep yourself strong in a crazy world? In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from Joshua And Caleb on how to deal with a world that is filled with negativity and false ideas. 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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Parshas Korach-Don't Play With Fire-Rebroadcast
Parshas Korach-Don't Play With Fire-Rebroadcast
Jun 18, 2023
18:40
Did your mother ever tell you not to play with fire? Probably yes! In this weeks Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses how machlokes(fighting) is like fire, the cause why Korach began a rebellion against Moshe 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 podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Parshas Chukas -The Enigma Of The Red Heifer(Red Cow)-Rebroadcast
Parshas Chukas -The Enigma Of The Red Heifer(Red Cow)-Rebroadcast
Jun 27, 2023
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 podcasts use these links- positiveperspectives.castos.com/ or the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/
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Ep.48-Parshas Chukas-Balak-When Losing Is Gaining
Ep.48-Parshas Chukas-Balak-When Losing Is Gaining
Jun 29, 2023
23:00
In this week's episode of The Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn talks about how loosing is sometimes gaining. Taking a lesson from the Para Adumah(Red Cow) he explains that the amount we are willing to sacrifice for others is the ultimate test on how much we lov our fellow man. 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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Parshas Pinchas-What Is True Mercy?-Rebroadcast
Parshas Pinchas-What Is True Mercy?-Rebroadcast
Jul 3, 2023
17:48
In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast rabbi Kohn discusses's true mercy and real cruelty. Many times what we view as kind can really be cruel and what we see as cruel can be kind. 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.49-Parshas Pinchas-Nothing Stands In The Way Of The Will Of G-D
Ep.49-Parshas Pinchas-Nothing Stands In The Way Of The Will Of G-D
Jul 7, 2023
20:21
In this week,s Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Census of the Jewish people demonstrates that nothing can stand in the will of G-D. He talks how we should use this idea to focus on our "small" successes because we really don't know how far it can go. 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.50-Parshas Matos-Maasei- Sharing The Pain Of Others
Ep.50-Parshas Matos-Maasei- Sharing The Pain Of Others
Jul 14, 2023
16:49
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn talks about the importance of putting our families first. How we learn whanot 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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Parshas Devarim-Rebroadcast
Parshas Devarim-Rebroadcast
Jul 17, 2023
18:30
Have you ever been inspired? Did that inspiration lead to meaningful change in your life? In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn speaks about making inspiration last from a lesson in the Book of Devarim. He also talks about the tragedy of Tisha B Av and how we today can relate to the destruction of the Bais Hamikdosh(The Holy Temple) in 2022. 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.51-Parshas Devarim- Projecting Onto Others
Ep.51-Parshas Devarim- Projecting Onto Others
Jul 21, 2023
17:54
In this week's Podcast Rabbi Kohn gives an insight in how to properly give constructive critisizim. learning from Moshe Rabbanu we see an important method in giving rebuke properly. He also speaks how we how others view us is the way we view 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.52-Parshas Vaeschanan-Accomplishment,One Day At A Time
Ep.52-Parshas Vaeschanan-Accomplishment,One Day At A Time
Jul 26, 2023
22:00
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from the Parsha on how to accomplish goals which might seem impossible. To focus on the challenges and goals of today. To keep the focus on things that are in front of us now. 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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Parshas Re'eh-Rebroadcast
Parshas Re'eh-Rebroadcast
Aug 11, 2023
18:53
In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the idea of free will. How evry person has it and how we can determine our own destinies. He also brings out from the Parsha hpw life is like an EKG machine. Either you are going up or down. 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.53-Parshas Re'eh-Your Never To Far To Return
Ep.53-Parshas Re'eh-Your Never To Far To Return
Aug 11, 2023
20:56
In this week's episode of the Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses the importance of having joy and enthusiam for mitzvos and the risks of it being lacking. He also finds a connection in the Parsha to the fact that we can never loose hope. That every person can always come close to G-D no matter were they find themselves now. 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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Parshas Shoftim-Rebroadcast
Parshas Shoftim-Rebroadcast
Aug 13, 2023
20:08
In this weeks Practical Parsha podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses self bribery. How we bribe ourselves to not recognize our own faults and how to fix it. He also talks about the intriguing mitzvah of Egla Arufah(The Axed Calf) and how we can take from it a lesson in responsibility. 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/