Living Chassidus Podcast

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Life Skills Series: Make Elderberry Syrup with Naomi Schleifer

Jan 5, 2022

46:43

Naomi Schleifer teaches about how to make sambucol syrup and its health benefits.  Recipe: ½ cup dried elderberries ½ cup dried rose hips 2 tablespoons cinnamon chips 6 dried whole cloves 1 inch chunk fresh ginger, peeled, grated/minced 2 ½ cups filtered water ½-1 cup raw honey*, preferably local or biodynamic Directions: 1. Bring to boil, watch closely! 2. Then turn down to very low simmer with the lid on for 45 minutes. Let cool before draining.  3. Use a bowl and fine mesh strainer and pour through slowly and push berries down with the back of a spoon to get out the goodness! Store in a glass jar only in fridge for 3 months

452

Our Rebbe's Bosi Legani: What Does One Small Act Accomplish? Class 6

Jan 4, 2022

17:19

Rabbi Weiss explains why Hashem wants to be revealed in this physical world. Recorded January 3, 2021.

453

Our Rebbe’s Bosi L’Gani: What is Our Mission? Class 5

Dec 31, 2021

14:29

Rabbi Weiss explains the specialness of the seventh generation. Recorded December 31, 2021.

454

Shaar HaBitachon - How Do I Bring in Understanding? - Class 12

Dec 31, 2021

1:00:34

Michal starts teaching chapter three. Recorded December 29, 2021.

455

Our Rebbe's Bosi L'Gani: Why Moshe? Class 4

Dec 31, 2021

16:48

Rabbi Weiss explains the context of the statement "All the seventh ones are cherished". Recorded December 30, 2021.

456

Our Rebbe's Bosi L'Gani: What Will Our Generation Achieve? Class 3

Dec 29, 2021

16:12

Rabbi Weiss finishes chapter 1 and begins chapter 2. Recorded December 29, 2021. 

457

Our Rebbe's Bosi L’Gani: How Engaged is G-d’s Presence in the World? Class 2

Dec 29, 2021

17:37

Rabbi Weiss compares the levels of Godliness to a teacher’s relationship with their students. Recorded December 28, 2021.

458

Our Rebbe's Bosi L'Gani: How Does G-d Express Himself? Class 1

Dec 27, 2021

17:47

Rabbi Weiss introduces the maamer and begins chapter one. Recorded December 27, 2021.

459

Yehudah Atah 5738: How Do I Overcome Internal Enemies? Class 5

Dec 24, 2021

15:29

In this final class, Rabbi Weiss brings in a passuk about Yehudah and sums up what we have learned. Recorded December 24, 2021.

460

Yehuda Atah 5738: Am I Ungrateful? Class 4

Dec 23, 2021

15:20

In chapter 5, Rabbi Weiss explains how a Jew always has gratitude, but sometimes it is hidden. Learning in zechus of a refuah shleima for Meir Gedalya ben Chana Leah. Recorded December 23, 2021.

461

Yehuda Atah 5738: What is Kindness? - Class 3

Dec 23, 2021

16:38

In chapter three, Rabbi Weiss explains how Reuven, Shimon and Levi relate to Yehudah. Recorded December 22, 2021.

462

Yehuda Atah 5738: How Do I Fear G-d? - Class 2

Dec 21, 2021

10:37

This class discusses how the brother Shimon helps us reveal our inner Yehudah. Recorded December 21, 2021.

463

Yehuda Atah 5738: Does G-d Really Care? - Class 1

Dec 20, 2021

15:35

A new Maamer series from Rabbi Weiss on the connection between Yehudah and davening. Recorded December 20, 2021.

464

SAI Kislev 5782: Birthday Farbengen with Michal Weiss

Dec 19, 2021

1:19:14

SAI Kislev finale farbrengen. Recorded December 25, 2021.

465

SAI Kislev: Hei Teves with the director of Kehot

Dec 12, 2021

1:32:10

Rabbi Yosef B. Friedman shares his insights on Hei Teves and his experience as director of Kehot. Recorded December 9, 2021.

466

Tanu Rabanan Ner Chanuka 5744: Class 2

Dec 3, 2021

18:34

What is the war of Chanuka in our times? Recorded December 2, 2021.

467

Tanu Rabanan Ner Chanuka 5744: Class 1

Dec 3, 2021

13:28

Why do we light the menorah opposite the mezuzah? Recorded December 1, 2021.

468

Tanu Rabanan Mitzvas Ner Chanuka 5738: How is Chanuka Connected to Peace? Class 10

Dec 3, 2021

16:59

A comparison between the lights of the menorah in the beis hamikdash and the lights of Chanuka. Learning lilui nishmas Yisroel ben Shmuel haKohen and Naama Silverman's great grandparents. Learning in zechus of a refuah shleimah for Elka Rochel bas Aleeza, Chaim David Refael Ben Sarah, Bentzion Ben Sarah, and Chaim Eliezer Ben Raisa Esther. Recorded November 30, 2021.

469

Tanu Rabanan Mitzvas Ner Chanuka 5738: What's the Connection Between Chanuka and Sukkos? Class 9

Dec 3, 2021

17:06

Chapter eight talks about the significance of the eighth day. Learning in zechus of a refuah shleimah for Elka Rochel bas Aleeza, Chaim David Refael Ben Sarah, Bentzion Ben Sarah, and Chaim Eliezer Ben Raisa Esther. Recorded November 29, 2021.

470

SAI Kislev 5782: Chanuka Farbrengen with Robert Kremnizer

Dec 1, 2021

54:14

Australian lawyer, artist and author Robert Kremnizer farbrengs with the LC crew about Chanuka and a Jew's purpose in life. Recorded November 29, 2021. Read a transcript of this episode at: https://share.descript.com/view/QR9WrfBCZs3

471

Tanu Rabanan Mitzvas Ner Chanuka 5738: How Do I View My Past? Class 8

Nov 26, 2021

16:35

This episode talks about when is the best time to light the menorah. Learning in zechus of a refuah shleimah for Elka Rochel bas aleeza, Chaim David Refael Ben Sarah, Bentzion Ben Sarah, and Chaim Eliezer Ben Raisa Esther. Recorded November 26, 2021.

472

SAI Kislev 5782: From Learning to Living with Michal Weiss

Nov 25, 2021

1:02:06

Michal farbrengs with Living Chassidus in honor of 20 Kislev. Recorded November 24, 2021.

473

Tanu Rabanan Mitzvas Ner Chanuka 5738: How Can I be Consistent in my Avodah? Class 7

Nov 25, 2021

16:52

Rabbi Weiss explains how we can access our yechida so that we are always working towards serving Hashem beyond reason. Recorded November 25, 2021.

474

Tanu Rabanan Mitzvas Ner Chanuka 5738: What is Mesiras Nefesh? Class 6

Nov 24, 2021

15:46

Rabbi Weiss talks about the attitude we should have when fighting the Greeks. Learning in zechus of a refuah shleimah for Elka Rochel bas aleeza, Chaim David Refael Ben Sarah, Bentzion Ben Sarah, Chaim Eliezer Ben Raisa Esther and haRav Shimon Ben Leah.

475

Tanu Rabanan Mitzvas Ner Chanuka 5738: How do We Win the Greeks? Class 5

Nov 24, 2021

10:44

In chapter 6 Rabbi Weiss talks about the connection of the story of Chanukah to the different soul levels and how we can win the spiritual war. Learning in merit of a refuah shleima for chaim david refael ben sarah, bentzion ben sarah, chaim baruch eliezer ben raisa esther, elka rochel bas aleeza, and rabbi shimon halevi ben leah. Recorded November 23, 2021.

476

Tanu Rabanan Mitzvas Ner Chanuka 5738: Can I be a Jew at Heart? Class 4

Nov 22, 2021

18:05

In chapter 4, Rabbi Weiss talks about mitzvos that have known reasons. This shiur sponsored by anonymous in honor of brachos of revealed good for all. Learning in zechus of a refuah shleimah for Elka Rochel bas aleeza, Chaim David Refael Ben Sarah, Bentzion Ben Sarah, Chaim Eliezer Ben Raisa Esther. Happy birthday to Yehudis Hecht. Thank you to Shelby Arenson for sponsoring the microphone. Recorded November 22, 2021.

477

Tanu Rabanan Mitzvas Ner Chanuka 5738: Why Do We Do Mitzvos? Class 3

Nov 19, 2021

15:21

Rabbi Weiss discusses three types of mitzvos related to the Chanukah story. Learning in zechus of a refuah shleimah for Elka Rochel bas aleeza, Chaim David Refael Ben Sarah, Bentzion Ben Sarah, Chaim Eliezer Ben Raisa Esther and haRav Shimon Ben Leah. Happy birthday to Menachem Mendel Ben Yosefa Avrahma and Malka Solomon. Recorded November 19, 2021.

478

Tanu Rabbanan Mitzvas Ner Chanukah 5738: What was the Goal of the Yavanim? Class 2

Nov 19, 2021

16:02

Rabbi Weiss discusses the story and starts explaining the meaning of oil. Learning in zechus of a refuah shleimah for Elka Rochel bas aleeza, Chaim David Refael Ben Sarah, Bentzion Ben Sarah, and Chaim Eliezer Ben Raisa Esther. Recorded November 18, 2021.

479

Tanu Rabanan Mitzvas Ner Chanukah 5738: How is Chanukah Like Sukkos? Class 1

Nov 17, 2021

15:06

The maamer starts off with a few questions about how we observe Chanukah. Learning in zechus of a refuah shleimah for Elka Rochel bas aleeza, Chaim David Refael Ben Sarah, Bentzion Ben Sarah, and Chaim Eliezer Ben Raisa Esther. Recorded November 17, 2021.

480

SAI Kislev 5782: A Taste of Life with Rabbi Walters

Nov 16, 2021

59:32

Rabbi Walters teaches a maamer of the Mitteler Rebbe in honor of 9 and 10 Kislev. Please contact [email protected] for copies of the maamer. Recorded November 13, 2021.

481

Inyanah shel Toras haChassidus: What is the Rebbe’s Goal? Class 17

Nov 10, 2021

16:09

In the final class Rabbi Weiss connects Moshiach and Chassidus. This shiur is in zechus of a refuah shleima for Chaim David Refael Ben Sarah, Bentzion Ben Sarah and Chaim Baruch Eliezer Ben Raisa Esther. Recorded November 8, 2021.

482

Inyanah shel Toras haChassidus: What Belongs to Me? Class 16

Nov 8, 2021

18:24

Rabbi Weiss explains how Chassidus is necessary to learn Halacha. Learning in merit of a refuah shleimah for Chaim David Refael Ben Sarah, Bentzion Ben Sarah, Chaim Baruch Eliezer Ben Raisa Esther. Recorded November 8, 2021.

483

SAI Kislev 5782: Kickoff Farbrengen with Rabbi Glick

Nov 8, 2021

1:01:24

Rabbi Glick kicks off this year's SAI program with a farbrengen about the purpose of a Rebbe. Recorded November 7, 2021.

484

Inyanah shel Toras haChassidus: Where Does My Strength Come From? Episode 15

Nov 5, 2021

16:37

In chapter 19, Rabbi Weiss explains the greatest expression of Torah. This show sponsored in honor of Rivkah bas Miriam Leah to find her shidduch now. Recorded November 4, 2021.

485

Inyanah shel Toras haChassidus: Does Chassidus Apply to My Life? Episode 14

Nov 4, 2021

18:36

In chapter 17, Rabbi Weiss explains how Chassidus is practical. This class is sponsored by Chana Simcha bas Tzivia in honor of her birthday and the growth of Living Chassidus. Learning in merit of a refuah shleima for Chaim David Refael ben Sarah, Bentzion ben Sarah, and Chaim Baruch Eliezer ben Raisa Esther

486

Inyanah shel Toras haChassidus: Do I Live a Dual Life? Episode 13

Nov 3, 2021

18:52

In chapter 16, Rabbi Weiss explains how all of the above mentioned ideas are interconnected. Recorded November 3, 2021.

487

Inyanah shel Toras haChassidus: How Do I Live in the Moment? Class 12

Nov 2, 2021

15:31

In chapter 15, Rabbi Weiss explains the level of Kabbalah according to Chassidus. Learning sponsored by Levik Wilhelm in honor of the bar Mitzvah of his son Gavriel Noach Wilhelm. Learning in zechus of a refuah shleimah for Chaim David Refael Ben Sarah and Bentzion Ben Sarah and Chaim Baruch Eliezer Ben Raisa Esther. Recorded November 2, 2021.

488

Inyanah shel Toras haChassidus: what is the Point of a Mitzvah? Class 11

Nov 1, 2021

18:41

In this class Rabbi Weiss explains the explanation drush according to Chassidus. Sponsored by Devorah Lieberman for her grandfather’s yahrtzeit - Yechiel Michel Ben Menashe Tzvi. A refuah shleima for Refael Eliyahu Ben Chana Leah and Chaim David Refael Ben Sarah. Recorded November 1, 2021.

489

Inyanah shel Toras haChassidus: Why is Modeh Ani Said in the Morning? Class 10

Oct 29, 2021

16:21

In chapter 13, Rabbi Weiss goes through explanation of the four levels of Modeh Ani according to Chassidus. Recorded October 29, 2021.

490

Inyanah Shel Toras haChassidus: What’s the Significance of Being a Yid? Class 9

Oct 28, 2021

15:46

In chapter 12, Rabbi Weiss gives over the fifth explanation of Modeh Ani according to Chassidus. This class sponsored by Chana Leah Bleznick and Tichel My Fancy. Recorded October 28, 2021.

491

Shaar HaBitachon - How Should I React to Challenges? - Class 11

Oct 28, 2021

56:32

In chapter two, we learn a lesson in bitachon from Iyov. This shiur is sponsored by the Zuckerman family. Learning lezchus refuah shleima for kaila zohar bas Miriam yocheved. Recorded October 27, 2021.

492

Inyanah shel Toras haChassidus: Why is Modeh Ani the Rebbes Favorite Part of Davening? Class 8

Oct 27, 2021

13:23

Rabbi Weiss begins Chapter 11 which talks about the explanation of Modeh Ani according to Chassidus. Lezchus refuah shleimah for Chaim David Rafael Ben Sarah, Tzion ben Sarah, Chaim Baruch Eliezer Ben Raiza Esther. Recorded October 27, 2021.

493

Inyanah shel Toras haChassidus: What’s the Difference Between Modeh Ani and Elokai Nashema? Class 7

Oct 26, 2021

15:24

Rabbi Weiss begins chapter 10 in which he describes the 5 ways of understanding modeh ani. Lezchus refuah shleima for Chaim Baruch Eliezer Ben Raisa Esther, Chaim David Refael Ben Sarah, Bracha bas Zissel, Tzion Ben Sarah. Lilui nishmas Liba bas Amram. Recorded October 26, 2021.

494

Inyanah shel Toras haChassidus: How Do I Add Chayus to my Life? - Episode 6

Oct 25, 2021

14:57

Rabbi Weiss finishes chapter 8 and starts chapter 9 in which he explains how Chassidus impacts all levels of life. Lezchus refuah shleima for Chaim Baruch Eliezer Ben Raisa Esther. Recorded October 25, 2021.

495

Inyanah shel Toras haChassidus: How Do I Apply Chassidus? Class 5

Oct 22, 2021

16:00

Rabbi Weiss teaches Chapter 7 and 8 about how Chassidus is like oil. Lezchus refuah shleima for Chaim Baruch Eliezer Ben Raisa Esther. Recorded October 22, 2021.

496

Inyanah shel Toras haChassidus: What is the Essence of Parenting? Class 4

Oct 21, 2021

16:51

Rabbi Weiss finishes chapter 5 and starts chapter 6. He gives two more examples to explain the difference between essence and manifestation. Lezchus refuah shleimah Chaim Baruch Eliezer ben Raisa Esther. L’ilui nishmas Tzipporah bas Chaim Yitzchak.

497

Shaar HaBitachon - Who Can I Trust and How Can Others Trust Me? - Class 10

Oct 21, 2021

55:38

Michal begins the second chapter, explaining the seven qualities that make a person trustworthy. Recorded October 21, 2021.

498

Inyanah Shel Toras haChassidus: Do My Actions Really Have An Effect? Class 3

Oct 20, 2021

16:01

In this episode, Rabbi Weiss explains that the essence of something is not the same as the impact that it has on the world. Recorded October 20, 2021.

499

Inyanah Shel Toras haChassidus: Why Do I Need to Learn Chassidus? Class 2

Oct 19, 2021

19:26

Rabbi Weiss starts chapter 2, in which we state that Chassidus accomplishes one thing, the drawing down of kesser into this world. This impacts all of the other ideas mentioned last class. Recorder October 19, 2021.

500

Inyanah Shel Toras haChassidus: What Do People Think Chassidus Is? - Class 1

Oct 18, 2021

14:00

In the first class, Rabbi Weiss gives an introduction and overview of the maamer. Recorded October 18, 2021.