Back to Sinai with Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi

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The Power of Prayer and Becoming Closer to Hashem

Sep 15, 2025

1:56

What is the purpose of prayer if we believe Hashem already provides what we need? In this talk, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains why tefilah is more than asking for things. Drawing on Rashi’s teaching that the word “tehila” comes from the wick of a candle, he shows how prayer connects and unites us with Hashem. Prayer transforms us into different people, bringing us closer each time we speak to Him.Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

52

The Greatest Gift Hashem Gives Us

Sep 12, 2025

3:20

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful story about a grandfather’s birthday gift to his granddaughter and the lesson it carries as we approach Rosh Hashanah. The gift itself was not about the money inside but the thought and love behind it. From this story, we learn that the greatest gift Hashem gives us every day is life itself. Instead of getting lost in calculations about the past or worries about the future, we are reminded to value the present and use the time we have to grow closer to Hashem. This talk highlights the importance of appreciating life as the opportunity Hashem gives us to return, repent, and live with purpose.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

53

Not Behind Their Back

Sep 11, 2025

0:24

In this talk, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains why speaking behind someone’s back creates harm for both sides. He shows how gossip leads to discomfort, mistrust, and the cycle of others speaking about us in return. The lesson is clear: be careful with your words and avoid talking about people when they are not present.This episode offers a practical reminder on lashon hara, respect in speech, and the importance of building trust in everyday life.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

54

- The Greatest Segula in Times of Hardship -

Sep 10, 2025

4:30

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares timeless guidance on how the Jewish people can respond during difficult times. Drawing from the words of the Hafez Haim and the lessons of Eliyahu HaNavi, he explains that the strongest segula is not found in rituals or shortcuts, but in hesed — helping one another, caring for others, and guarding our speech.This talk explores why unity and kindness are the path to divine mercy, how Klal Yisrael overcame exile through acts of giving, and why avoiding lashon hara is a guarantee for blessings across generations.Listen now to understand how practical acts of hesed remain the most powerful way to bring light into a world filled with judgment and tragedy.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

55

Making Use of Your Merit and Potential

Sep 9, 2025

1:44

Every person is given a soul, potential, and the gift of being part of the Jewish people. But after 120 years, Hashem will ask what we did with that gift. This episode explains how the Torah provides clear instructions for living with meaning, using our time wisely, and serving Hashem. It reminds us of the merit we have each day and the responsibility to use it fully to grow closer to Hashem.Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

56

Jews Stand For One Another

Sep 8, 2025

0:40

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi speaks about the importance of standing together as a Jewish people. He explains how wealth, comfort, and success can sometimes lead people to forget their community and their roots. Through the example of Moshe Rabbeinu, who left his own comfort to care for the entire nation, Rabbi Rahimi reminds us that true strength comes from leaving our own comfort zones to support one another.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

57

What Defines Real Strength in Judaism

Sep 5, 2025

1:24

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores what real strength means in Judaism. True strength is not about muscles or physical power. The Torah teaches that a strong person is one who can control their desires, resist sin, and act with respect and kindness. In this talk, Rabbi Rahimi contrasts society’s view of strength with the Jewish view, showing how self-discipline, humility, and proper behavior define true greatness.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

58

Don’t Dirty Your Bottle of Wine

Sep 4, 2025

2:08

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful teaching using the example of a fine bottle of wine. No matter how valuable the wine is, if it is poured into a dirty vessel, it loses its taste and worth. In the same way, our prayers can lose their value if spoken from a mouth filled with lashon hara.This talk explains how words of gossip and negativity affect tefillah, why the Zohar teaches that such prayers can be intercepted, and what we can do to protect them. Rabbi Rahimi highlights the importance of learning the halachot of lashon hara, guarding our speech, and making sure our prayers rise up clean and whole.Listen to understand how speech, prayer, and daily practice are connected, and how careful words can bring blessing and acceptance before Hashem.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

59

The Strength to Follow Hashem’s Path

Sep 3, 2025

1:48

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi speaks about what it truly means to follow the path of Hashem. He explains how being born into the Jewish nation is a rare gift and why our soul must be cared for with responsibility. In this talk, he shares how Torah defines real strength—not in physical power but in self-control, respect, and choosing the right path in life.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

60

The Blessings of Learning Sefer Chafetz Chaim

Sep 2, 2025

3:51

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi tells a moving story about families who saw blessings in their lives after committing to learn Sefer Chafetz Chaim on Shmirat HaLashon each day. From daughters finding their match to parents blessed with children, the power of reducing lashon hara and increasing Torah study brings real change. Based on the words of the Manchester Rosh Yeshiva, this episode reminds us that learning these laws daily can bring bracha into our lives in different ways.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

61

The Jewish Worldview on Life Challenges

Sep 1, 2025

1:04

In this talk, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains the Jewish approach to life’s challenges. Even when the past feels heavy, the Torah reminds us that as long as we are alive, we have a purpose. Every new day is an opportunity to serve Hashem and use the potential we are given.Drawing on the teaching Banim Atem LaHashem Eloheichem—you are children of Hashem—Rabbi Rahimi shows how Judaism calls us to live with meaning, even through mourning and hardship. The message is clear: life itself is proof that we can continue forward in service and growth.Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

62

Don’t Give Up After Sin

Aug 29, 2025

9:26

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains why a person should never give up after falling into sin. The danger is not in the sin itself but in accepting failure and stopping the effort to grow. Through Torah insights and a powerful story from the Israeli wars, he shows how the yetzer hara wants a person to give up, while Hashem only asks us to keep trying, again and again.This talk is especially meaningful before Yom Kippur, reminding us that teshuva is about courage, getting up after a fall, and moving forward with Torah, mitzvot, and compassion.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

63

Above All the World’s Pleasures

Aug 28, 2025

1:49

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful perspective on what it means to live a life filled with Torah and true connection to Hashem. Using a vivid example of wealth and luxury, he explains how even the greatest pleasures of this world feel small compared to the joy of loving Hashem.A message that reminds us what life is really about, and how every person can take steps toward deeper connection with Hashem.Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

64

The Yom Kippur Night the Chofetz Chaim Chose to Speak

Aug 27, 2025

2:34

In this talk, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi tells a powerful story about the Chofetz Chaim on Yom Kippur. Known for his commitment to avoid all speech on this holy day except for prayer and Torah, the Chofetz Chaim once broke his silence. Late on the night of Yom Kippur, he noticed a yeshiva student sitting alone in distress. Instead of leaving to rest before the long day ahead, he sat with the boy until dawn, offering strength and comfort.This story teaches that the purpose of guarding our speech is not only to avoid negative words but to use our words to build, to give life, and to help others.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

65

Don't Get Overwhelmed From Sin

Aug 26, 2025

9:27

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi speaks about the real danger in spiritual life: not the fall itself, but giving up after it. Drawing on Torah sources, he explains how the yetzer hara tries to overwhelm a person into despair and how the true avodah is to rise again and again. Through a story of survival from the Golan Heights and the lessons of teshuva, he shows why persistence defines a tzaddik and why the greatest risk is settling into failure. The talk also highlights the power of controlling speech before Yom Kippur, and how learning the Chafetz Chaim’s teachings can silence negative judgments in shamayim.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

66

Every Word, Every Letter

Aug 25, 2025

2:45

 Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful message on the weight of every word in the Torah—and what it tells us about the serious impact of Lashon Hara. If one extra letter in a pasuk sparks days of learning, what does it mean when the Torah includes 25 full verses about this one issue? Learn why the Chafetz Chaim emphasized this so strongly, and how we can begin to guard our speech with awareness and intention.Listen for a real-world example that brings it all into focus—and find strength to take this part of your spiritual growth seriously.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

67

How Lashon Hara Keeps Us in Exile

Aug 22, 2025

3:18

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores the power of avoiding lashon hara and how it connects to redemption. Drawing on the story of Moshe Rabbeinu with Dasan and Aviram, he explains why speaking negatively about others kept the Jewish people in exile and why refraining from it opened the door to freedom in Egypt. This class shows how learning and practicing shemirat halashon can help us break cycles of galut and move closer to geulah today.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

68

Children of Hashem and the Lessons of Parashat Re’eh

Aug 21, 2025

28:35

In this class, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares two powerful lessons from Parashat Re’eh. The first teaching comes from the verse Banim Atem LaHashem Elokeichem—“You are children of Hashem.” The Torah forbids self-harm in mourning, reminding us that even in times of loss, life continues with purpose. A Jew’s mission is to serve Hashem each day, and that responsibility gives meaning even through grief.The second lesson explores why the Torah emphasizes that Yaakov Avinu left Be’er Sheva on his way to Charan. Rashi explains that the presence of a righteous person changes a place, and when they leave, their absence is deeply felt. Rabbi Rahimi expands on this insight, showing how our actions and presence influence our surroundings.This episode is dedicated l’ilui nishmat Yosef ben Mazal Malamala and refuah sheleima for Aviva Bracha bat Ora.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

69

The Power of Learning Chofetz Chaim and Finding Your Match

Aug 20, 2025

1:40

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful story about faith, commitment, and the teachings of the Chofetz Chaim. A young man took on the daily study of guarding his speech, inspired by a story of someone who saw great blessing from refraining from lashon hara. With confidence in the process, he dedicated himself to learning and believed it would help him in finding a partner. Months later, he became engaged, and today he is married.This episode highlights the strength that comes from consistent learning, belief, and living by the lessons of the Chofetz Chaim.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

70

The Greatest Spiritual Pain in Judaism

Aug 19, 2025

2:40

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains one of the deepest ideas in Judaism: the pain a person may feel after 120 years when they see the lost potential of what they could have accomplished in this world. He shares insights on the value of Torah and mitzvot, the urgency of making the most of life, and the perspective of great sages who lived with this awareness.This talk highlights why every moment matters and how recognizing the purpose of Torah and mitzvot can shape the way we live.Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

71

How Antisemitism Really Works

Aug 18, 2025

1:30

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains how antisemitism is fueled by strategy and propaganda, from Pharaoh in Egypt to Hitler in Germany. He shows how leaders used lies and fear to turn people against the Jewish nation and how the same patterns repeat throughout history.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

72

How Two Weeks of Torah Learning Changed Everything

Aug 15, 2025

4:20

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a true story of a couple facing financial pressure, job loss, and no insurance—until they committed to learning the Sefer Chafetz Chaim daily. In only two weeks, they saw a new job with better pay, unexpected funds, and restored insurance. This episode explores the power of consistency in Torah learning and how it can bring unexpected blessings.Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

73

Tell Hashem You Love Him Out Loud

Aug 14, 2025

2:43

This episode shares a powerful lesson on the role of love in teshuva. Through a story about a father and son, we learn how expressing love can soften hearts and open the way to forgiveness. Just as the boy’s words melted his father’s heart, telling Hashem “I love You” can help erase sins and bring us closer to Him. Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains how genuine love and connection to Hashem can transform our relationship with Him and inspire us to return wholeheartedly.Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

74

What We Can Learn from Gilad Shalit’s Story

Aug 13, 2025

3:16

Gilad Shalit was held captive for years, but his father never stopped fighting for his release. This episode shares the powerful lesson we can take from his persistence—how the same consistency and unity could bring spiritual redemption for the Jewish people. Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains how ongoing prayer, respect for one another, and avoiding Lashon Hara can help us rebuild what we are missing as a nation.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

75

The Power of Your Neshama

Aug 12, 2025

1:16

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a Zohar teaching with a clear image. A small car and a truck explode at different scales because one has a larger tank and engine. So too, a Jewish soul has vast capacity. When a neshama leaves the body the space is affected. When it returns each morning the world gains kedusha.This talk explores what that means for daily life. Putting on tefillin. Learning Torah. Waking up with awareness. Each act brings real holiness into the room and into the world.Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

76

Speak to Hashem and Build a Real Connection

Aug 11, 2025

3:11

 Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi teaches that Hashem values trust and a real relationship above all else. Even if a person struggles with sins, speaking to Hashem daily builds connection and loyalty. Through relatable examples, he shows how constant conversation with Hashem strengthens faith, deepens awareness of His presence, and inspires spiritual growth.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

77

When a Soul Lights Up the World

Aug 8, 2025

1:16

 Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a teaching from the Zohar on the immense spiritual impact of a Jewish soul. Learn how the presence of a living Jew brings holiness into the world and how acts like putting on tefillin or learning Torah create lasting spiritual influence. This class explores the daily gift of receiving our neshamot and the responsibility that comes with it.Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

78

The Mature Test with Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi

Aug 7, 2025

1:57

What does it really mean to be mature? In this powerful class, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares the Ramchal's deep insight into the difference between a mature and an immature person. It's not about age or wisdom. It's about whether you live for yourself or for others. Tune in to explore how true growth starts when we learn to care beyond ourselves.Presented by TorahAnytime.com.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

79

He Got Engaged on Day 42

Aug 6, 2025

3:26

A 29-year-old man from Lakewood struggled for years to get married—until he committed to learning Chofetz Chaim daily. On Day 42, he got engaged. His wedding night? It landed exactly on the final day of the book. Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares this story and explains why hundreds have seen life-changing blessings through learning Shmirat HaLashon. Discover why avoiding negative speech is so central—and how this one habit could bring real change to your life.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

80

Love Your Days, Change Your Life

Aug 5, 2025

0:38

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful reminder: if you want to appreciate a year, start by appreciating today. True growth begins with recognizing the value of a single day. In this talk, he explains how one day can hold endless opportunity—if you're present, focused, and ready to use it. A practical and meaningful message for anyone working on living with more purpose.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

81

You Can’t Shop for Heaven at Lowe’s

Aug 4, 2025

1:30

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains the connection between preparing for Shabbat and preparing for the Next World. Just like you can’t cook once Shabbat starts, you can’t build your Olam Haba after this life ends. What you do now—learning Torah, doing mitzvot, giving tzedakah—is what builds your future. In this episode, hear how to use your time in this world with purpose, and why the work you do today matters more than anything money can buy.Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

82

A Sign in the Darkness

Aug 4, 2025

5:06

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares the moving story of Eliya Cohen, a hostage held in Gaza who received an unexpected sign of hope. Trapped underground in complete darkness, Eliya prayed for a message that he hadn’t been forgotten. What followed brought strength not only to him, but to thousands who later heard the story. This episode reflects on his experience, the power of tefillah, and what it teaches us about mourning the Beit HaMikdash during the Three Weeks.Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

83

How Our Small Actions Can Bring Mashiach

Aug 1, 2025

39:10

We're deep in the Nine Days, reflecting on the destruction of the Beit HaMikdash. Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful teaching from the Arizal, explaining why our actions today—despite all the spiritual confusion around us—carry incredible weight.If previous generations, with their greatness, didn't bring Mashiach, how can we? This episode answers that question head-on, using real Torah sources. Hear what the Arizal told Rav Chaim Vital and why our generation holds the key to redemption.This talk is especially meaningful during the yahrzeit of the Arizal. Tune in for insight, strength, and clarity during this time of mourning—and hope.Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

84

One Word Can Change Everything

Aug 1, 2025

6:37

In this shiur, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores the deep power of one word. Using the story of Bilam, who planned to destroy Klal Yisrael with a single word, we learn how speech—just one moment of it—holds the power to build or destroy.From the Gemara in Sanhedrin to the teachings of the Chafetz Chaim, this episode covers how careful we need to be with our words, especially during times like Tisha B’Av. Rabbi Rahimi also introduces a practical way to grow in this area: taking on the Chafetz Chaim Daily Companion.Listeners who commit to finishing the sefer can receive a free copy and submit a name to be prayed for at the kever of the Manchester Rosh Yeshiva during the Chafetz Chaim’s yahrzeit.To receive the book and submit your name: [email protected]: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

85

Should You Be Working on Tisha B’Av?

Jul 31, 2025

3:43

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains the halachic guidelines about working on Tisha B’Av, including jobs on Amazon, eBay, and other business platforms. Learn what the Shulchan Aruch says, when it may be allowed, and how to properly observe this day of mourning for the Beit HaMikdash. This class also explores the spiritual mindset of Tisha B’Av and why refraining from work matters.Presented by TorahAnytime.com.Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

86

Don't Settle for Exile

Jul 30, 2025

2:03

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains the meaning behind the Nine Days and the mourning customs for the destruction of the Beit HaMikdash. Why do we still avoid meat, chicken, and wine? Why is shopping limited? And most importantly—why does it matter today, thousands of years later? This class breaks down the halachot and the deeper message: remembering where we truly belong. A powerful reminder that settling for exile is never the goal.Brought to you by TorahAnytime.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

87

A Signal in the Darkness

Jul 29, 2025

2:17

 Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful story of faith, fear, and hope from a rescued hostage in Gaza. As darkness surrounded him, a single radio signal became a sign from Hashem that he was not forgotten. This episode reflects on the deep connection between personal suffering and national exile, and why our mourning for the Beit Hamikdash is also a declaration that we remember where we truly belong.Ideal for listeners seeking strength, Jewish inspiration, and meaning in times of darkness.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

88

When Thoughts Matter More Than Actions

Jul 28, 2025

3:52

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores the impact of our thoughts on our spiritual connection with Hashem. Using a powerful analogy, he explains how impure thoughts can cloud even the purest intentions, and how Torah study and mitzvot keep the mind focused on what truly matters. Learn how to strengthen your mindset, overcome the yetzer hara, and turn good intentions into meaningful actions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

89

You Don’t Need an Appointment with Hashem

Jul 24, 2025

2:54

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful Torah insight based on the Midrash and a story about Baba Sali. Even when a person feels distant or unworthy, Hashem says: “You are not a stranger.” This episode reminds every Jew that they’re always welcome in Hashem’s palace. No knocking, no appointments—just speak from the heart.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

90

We Don’t Belong Here

Jul 23, 2025

13:04

This class explores the halachot of the 9 Days and the deeper reason we mourn the destruction of the Beit Hamikdash. Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains how subtracting 68 from the secular year gives us the number of years since the Churban. He also discusses practical laws—like avoiding meat, wine, and shopping—and why they matter today. The episode ends with a powerful story of a hostage in Gaza and a message about never giving up on your true place and purpose. Brought to you by TorahAnytime.com.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

91

No Mercy for the Merciless

Jul 23, 2025

1:53

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores a powerful idea in Jewish thought: your behavior toward others carries eternal consequences. In this episode, he explains why someone who disrespects others may not receive mercy in the next world—no matter how religious they were. You'll hear what Chazal say about character, Gehinom, and the role of a Tzaddik in a soul’s journey. This is a reminder to work not just on mitzvot, but on how we treat the people around us.Listen now and learn why middot matter more than we realize.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

92

When You Feel Small, They See You Small

Jul 22, 2025

4:56

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful insight from the story of the spies in the land of Israel. Why did they see themselves as grasshoppers—and why did the giants agree? This episode explores how our self-perception shapes how others treat us, how fear feeds the yetzer hara, and why confidence is key to spiritual strength. A must-listen for anyone struggling with self-doubt or feeling overwhelmed by challenges.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

93

When Silence Changes Everything

Jul 21, 2025

1:23

 What happens when you stay quiet instead of answering back in anger? In this powerful lecture, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares how self-control in moments of frustration can bring lasting blessings—not just to you, but to your children and grandchildren. Drawing from the Midrash, he explains how every mitzvah we do, no matter how small, creates ripple effects around the world. Whether it's holding back from Lashon Hara or choosing peace in a heated moment, our actions matter. This episode explores how close we are to Hashem and how our spiritual choices today shape the future for generations to come.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

94

Stock Up Wisdom Before the Famine Hits

Jul 18, 2025

9:19

In this episode, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores the deeper meaning behind Pharaoh’s dream and Yosef’s rise to power. Why did Pharaoh seek someone exceptionally wise—ish navon—to manage Egypt’s grain during years of abundance? This shiur unpacks how real intelligence means preparing for the future even when everything looks good today.Listen for a powerful Torah insight on self-control, vision, and the importance of living with long-term thinking.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

95

Walking on Hashem’s Earth with No Shame

Jul 17, 2025

3:03

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores what it means to live with boldness—and where that confidence crosses into disrespect. Drawing from the Gemara in Shabbat and teachings about az panim, he explains how a lack of shame and defiance against Hashem led to the destruction of the Beit HaMikdash. This shiur breaks down the mindset behind spiritual arrogance and reminds us of the importance of humility and reverence.TorahAnytime.com | Torah class by Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Why the Vilna Gaon Wept Holding His Tzitzit

Jul 16, 2025

1:26

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful message about the Vilna Gaon’s final moments and the deep meaning behind his tears. Why did one of the greatest Torah giants cry while holding a pair of tzitzit? In this episode, we explore the idea of olam hazeh as the world of opportunity—a place where every mitzvah counts and every moment has spiritual value. Hear why the Gaon grieved leaving this world, and what it means for how we live today.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Why We Cry for Yerushalayim

Jul 15, 2025

2:39

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful message for the Three Weeks. What does it mean to truly mourn the destruction of the Beit HaMikdash? Why does our pain matter in this time? This class explores the reward for those who cry over Yerushalayim in Tammuz and Av, the deeper meaning behind the fasts, and how we can make this time more than just a tradition. Especially after October 7, this year calls for real reflection. Listen now and connect with the purpose behind the mourning.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Why We Cry for the Beit Hamikdash

Jul 14, 2025

10:36

What does it really mean to mourn the Beit Hamikdash? In this powerful class, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains the depth of our responsibility during the Three Weeks. He shares insights from the Ben Ish Chai, the Zohar, and the Chafetz Chaim on the spiritual power of crying for Jerusalem and longing for redemption.Learn how to make this year different. Real. Focused. And with heart.This episode is brought to you by TorahAnytime.com.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The One Hashem’s Looking For Is You

Jul 11, 2025

3:15

Does what you do really matter to Hashem? In this powerful talk, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a story of a father searching for his son in a yeshiva packed with students—and how that moment reflects how Hashem sees each of us. With thousands learning, praying, and doing mitzvot around the world, it's easy to wonder if your actions count. Rabbi Rahimi reminds us: Hashem is looking for you. Every mitzvah, every tefillah, every act counts. You’re not just part of the crowd—you’re wanted, needed, and seen.Listen now to reconnect with your purpose and remember how personal your relationship with Hashem truly is.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How to Keep Your Mind Clean in a Noisy World

Jul 9, 2025

2:59

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores why keeping your thoughts clean is just as important as your actions. Based on Torah sources and the Rambam, this shiur explains how impure thoughts can block the impact of mitzvot and how staying busy with Torah and helping others is the key to protecting your mind. A powerful message on inner purity and real spiritual focus.Listen now for a fresh perspective on what it really means to live with clean thoughts and a strong connection to Hashem.Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.comInstagram: @backtosinaiTikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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