The Sicha Rabbi Dov Herman

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Chelek 34, Tu Bav, Iyun

Jul 24, 2026

50:11

Siyum on tractate Tanis. Discussion of the statement that one who increases Torah study at night beginning from Tu B’Av will have his life extended:Isn’t a person always obligated to use every available moment for Torah study? If he now studies more at night, does that simply mean that he was previously studying more during the day?Also, what exactly is the “Crown of Torah,” and why does the Rambam say that a person merits it specifically through studying Torah at night?

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Chelek 29, Parshas Va”eschanan, Sicha 3, Iyun

Jul 17, 2026

35:36

A Rashi sicha exploring Rashi’s comment that a person will TAKE his reward tomorrow in the world to come, and explaining the unique spiritual reward that one can earn through personal effort beyond the ordinary reward for mitzvah observance that one RECEIVES in this world.

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Chelek 33, Parshas Pinchas, Sicha 2, Iyun

Jun 26, 2026

37:42

How could Korach’s sons be swallowed with the rebels yet remain alive beneath the earth? The sicha explores the halachic and spiritual power of unexpressed teshuvah: an inner reversal that was real enough to save them, but incomplete because it never emerged into open action.

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Yud Beis Tamuz, Chelek 33, Sicha 1, Iyun

Jun 19, 2026

47:23

In honor of Yud-Beis–Yud-Gimmel Tammuz, this sicha explores the difference between the blessing over a miracle and Birkat HaGomel. Why does HaGomel describe the saved person as “liable,” and how can that apply to a tzaddik? A deeper look at danger, salvation, and spiritual elevation.

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Parshas Korach, Chelek 28, Sicha 3, Iyun

Jun 12, 2026

48:04

In Parshas Korach, the verses differentiates between Kohanim and Levi’im — one receives directly from Hashem, while the other receives through serving the people. This episode explores a deeper question: are the Levi’im mainly serving the Kohanim, or do they have their own independent Temple mission alongside the Kohanim? Through the contrast between Rashi and Rambam, we uncover two ways to understand the role, service, and reward of the Levi’im.

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Chelek 33, Parshas Shelech, Sicha 1, Iyun

Jun 5, 2026

39:33

When did the spies turn wicked according to Rashi.

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33_Behaloscha_2_Iyun

May 29, 2026

43:49

The Geder of the positive commandment of rejoicing on Yom Tov. We will review the options of Rambam,Ritva,Ran and Alter Rebbe.

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28_YudBeisSivan_Iyun

May 22, 2026

58:39

How can the tashlumin of the sacrifices of Shevous be done on weekdays?

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Chelek 28, Shavous, Iyun

May 15, 2026

59:11

Yom Tevoach.

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Chelek 32, Parshas Bamidbar, Sicha 2, Iyun

May 8, 2026

59:11

Three levels of effect neighbours have on each other.

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Chelek 27, Parshas Bechukoisai

May 1, 2026

54:46

The Geder of Tzedekah and Erchin according to the Rambam. Comparison to Alter Rebbe in Tanya. Siyum on Sefer Halfaeh.

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Chelek 25, Parshas Chayei Sarah, Iyun Part 2

Nov 7, 2025

41:24

The city of Chevron and the geder of the Levite ownership of it. Part 2

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Chelek 29, Parshas Chayei Sarah, Iyun Part 1

Nov 7, 2025

42:02

The city of Chevron and the geder of the Levite ownership of it. Part 1

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Chelek 27, Parshas vayalech, Iyun

Sep 19, 2025

1:35:06

The sicha explains why Moshe said “I can no longer go and come” even though he continued teaching afterward. Rashi explains that Moshe lost access only to the deepest channels of Torah analysis and transmission, and Moshe’s total commitment to uncompromising truth made him feel unfit to lead once even a small aspect was diminished.

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Chelek 32, Parshas Emor, Sicha 1, Iyun

Apr 24, 2026

52:16

The Geder of Mitvos which are dependent on time according to the Rambam.

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Chelek 27, Parshas Kedoshim, Sicha 1, Iyun

Apr 17, 2026

46:27

Rashi Sicha. Whats is the issue of Lifnei Iver according to peshuto shel Mikrah.

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Chelek 27, Parshas Tazria, Sicha 3, Iyun

Apr 10, 2026

43:20

Argument Rambam/Ranban vs Rashi about the number of categories of leprosy.

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Chelek 32 Parshas Sav, Iyun

Mar 20, 2026

1:02:10

What was the geder of Kehunas Moshe?

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Chelek 27, Parshas Vayikrah, Sicha 3, Iyun

Mar 13, 2026

44:28

The two parables said regarding the Par Helem Davar.

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Chelek 26, Parshas Pekudei, Sicha 3, Iyun

Mar 6, 2026

39:16

The fundamental difference between the first 7 days of inauguration of kohanim and the 8th day according to Rashi.

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Chelek 26, Parshas KiSisa, Sicha 3, Iyun

Feb 27, 2026

28:28

Why did Moshe break the lunches instead of just hiding them? Why was Moshe praised by hashem for breaking them?

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Chelek 26, Purim-Zachar, Iyun

Feb 20, 2026

48:25

The significance of Amalek being written in Torah, Nevim. Kesuvim.

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Chelek 26, Parshas Terumah Sicha 3, Iyun

Feb 13, 2026

51:14

Which decorations on the Menorah had almond design on them according to the Rambam.

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Chelek 26, Parshas Mishpatim, Sicha 3, Iyun

Feb 6, 2026

49:55

The process of conversion according to the Rambam.

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Chelek 26, Parsha Yisro, Sicha 3, Iyun

Jan 30, 2026

1:08:16

The obligation to teach the 7 mitzvos to the children of Noah.

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Chelek 26, Parshas Vaera, Sicha 1, Iyun

Jan 9, 2026

33:46

The deeper significant behind 3 matzos and 4 cups of wine on the night of Peasch.

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Chelek 26, Parshas Shemos, Sicha 2, Iyun

Jan 2, 2026

1:02:49

Why doesn’t the Rambam include the name Eheye as one of the holy names of Hashem that can’t be erased?

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Chelek 25, Asarah Biteves, Iyun

Dec 26, 2025

27:29

A fast that marks the beginning of exile also carries the seed of its cure.This episode explores Asara B’Teves as a powerful reminder that unity and baseless love are the key to ending exile and bringing redemption.

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Chelek 25, Parshas Vayigash, Sicha 1, Iyun

Dec 19, 2025

22:39

The reason the Jewish people are called by the name Yosef.

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Chelek 25, Parshas Miketz, Sicha 1, Iyun

Dec 12, 2025

38:10

Rashi Sicha. How did Yosef preserve the grain of Egypt.

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Chelek 25, Parshas Vayeishev, Sicha 1, Iyun

Dec 5, 2025

59:53

The inner meaning of the medrash that Yakov took a pen and wrote down the day, second and time when Yosef’s dreams took place.

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Chelek 25, Parshas Vayishlach, Sicha 1, Iyun

Nov 28, 2025

46:04

Yaakov arrives in Shechem “complete” — but what does shalem really mean?We explore Rashi’s interpretation and uncover the deeper layers of this pasuk

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Chelek 25, Parshas Vayetze, Sicha 1, Iyun

Nov 21, 2025

1:19:25

A deep dive into the lomdus behind an employee’s obligations to an employer:the obligation of the work itself and the obligation to work with full effort.We also explore the nuanced differences between the Rambam and the Alter Rebbe on this topic.

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Chelek 25, Parshas Toldos, Sicha 1, Iyun

Nov 14, 2025

56:32

What was Eisev’s question “how do I tithe salt and straw?”

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Chelek 25, Parshas Lech Lecho Sicha 2, Iyun

Oct 24, 2025

1:07:52

In this episode, we explore the two parts of Avraham’s covenant — the divine promise of destiny at the Bris Bein HaBetarim (Genesis 15) and the command to fulfill it through circumcision in Bris Milah (Genesis 17).Together, they reveal the central message of the covenant: God’s eternal bond with Avraham’s descendants, sealed by a human act of faith.

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Chelek 25, Parshas Noach, Sicha 2, Iyun

Oct 17, 2025

40:50

Before it destroyed, the rain of the Mabul was a blessing if the generation repented. We’ll uncover how Chazal and the pesukim themselves hint to this hidden shift — from divine compassion to divine judgment.

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Chelek 29, Hoshana rabbah Iyun

Oct 3, 2025

1:02:42

We dive into whether the Aravah is merely part of the Lulav mitzvah or an independent one, and then look beyond the halacha to the spiritual essence of the Hoshanah — what it reveals about our connection to Hashem.

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Chelek 29, Yom Kippur, Iyun

Sep 26, 2025

56:31

The gender of Teshuva on Yom Kippur.

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Chelek 29, Parshas Nitzavim, Iyun

Sep 12, 2025

46:05

The meaning of Hashem circumcising the heart according to Rashi, Ramban, and Targum Onkelos

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Chelek 29, Parshas Ki Sova, Sicha 1, Iyun, Part 2

Sep 7, 2025

31:05

The opinion of the Ramabm regarding the status of the basket with which the Bikkurim are brought.

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Chelek 29, Parshas Ki Sova, Sicha 1, Iyun

Sep 5, 2025

1:05:01

Four Ways to See the Basket of BikkurimToday we’re exploring a striking halachic question: Why is the basket itself—used to bring the first fruits—given to the kohen?Chazal outline four different gedarim, four conceptual layers, to explain the deep connection between the bikkurim and their basket.

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Chelek 29, Parshas Ki Tetzei, Sicha 2, Iyun - Haores

Sep 2, 2025

1:04:28

Haores on the sicha. In depth discussion on Nedarim.

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Chelek 29, Parshas Ki Tetzei, Sicha 2, Iyun -Sicha

Aug 29, 2025

1:04:28

Making a neder is like building a Bomah. The view of the Rambam regarding Nedarim.

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Chelek 29, Parshas Shoftim, Sicha 2, Iyun

Aug 22, 2025

1:10:54

Why doesn’t Rambam count rabbinic mitzvot in the 613?Because new rabbinic laws could always be added, the list would never be closed.Instead, he keeps the 613 fixed to Torah commandments, while rabbinic ones stand in their own category.

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Chelek 29, Parshas Reah, Sicha 1, Iyun

Aug 15, 2025

1:00:59

The Mishkan had only temporary kedushah, not tied to its place, and therefore it stood only on flat ground. The Beis HaMikdash has eternal kedushah, bound to its site forever, and for this reason it was built into the incline of the mountain.

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Chelek 29, Parshas Vaeschan Sicha 2,Iyun

Aug 1, 2025

33:45

Rambam on Teacher Accompanying Student to ExileThe Rambam explains that a teacher must accompany a student exiled for accidental murder because “life without Torah is like death”—learning Torah is essential to the student’s life. However, this seems to contradict the Gemara, which applies the halacha even to an unworthy student (תלמיד שאינו הגון). If so, the reason can’t be solely that Torah is essential to his life, since such a student may not be a true learner. This challenges the Rambam’s explanation.

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Chelek 29, Parshas Devraim, Sicha 1, Iyun

Jul 25, 2025

1:06:39

Why did the Torah emphasize the conquest of kiriyot—fortified cities—when describing the wars of Israel?We’ll discuss the concept of tzibbur (congregation) in the Torah of the Rogatchover Gaon.This will also help us understand why the arei miklat had to be kiriyot—comprised of Yisraelim, Levi’im, and Kohanim.

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Chelek 23, Parshas Matos, Iyun

Jul 18, 2025

56:41

A chakirah exploring two approaches to why a 12-year-old can make a binding neder: is it due to a gezeiras hakasuv that grants this ability upon reaching age 12, or because at that age, a lesser degree of daas is sufficient for a neder to take effect?

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Chelek 28, Parshas Pinchas, Sicha 1, Iyun

Jul 11, 2025

1:01:56

This episode reveals how the Torah’s laws of inheritance express a bond with G-d even deeper than being His children or His chosen people at Sinai — a oneness where Jew and G-d are truly one essence.Drawing from the Rambam and the story of Tzelafchad’s daughters, we explore how inheritance reflects the ultimate spiritual identity and the culmination of the entire mitzvah journey.

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Chelek 28, Parshas Balak, Sicha 2, Iyun

Jul 4, 2025

55:50

Rashi sicha. Why Rashi Does Not Interpret “Mountain Peaks” Literally Like RambanRashi departs from the literal reading of the verse, which would suggest that Bilaam was physically viewing the Israelite camp from the tops of mountains and hills. Instead, Rashi understands “From the mountain peaks I see him, and from the hills I behold him” as metaphorical language, referring to the foundational strength and merit of the Jewish people — derived from their forefathers (mountain peaks) and foremothers (hills).

The Sicha Rabbi Dov Herman

The Sicha Rabbi Dov Herman

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