Aggadah: Rabbi Mendel Gurary

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Starting Marriage Right. What About the In-Laws?

Jul 25, 2025

55:36

How you begin your marriage matters. In this episode, we reveal the Hebrew word that beautifully captures a woman’s essence, share three key mistakes many couples make early on, and discuss the pros and cons of living with in-laws. Thought-provoking and practical advice for couples at any stage.

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In Search of the Precious Lost Gem

Jul 11, 2025

49:53

“A man seeking a wife is like one searching for a lost precious object.”What is the deeper meaning behind this cryptic Talmudic analogy?Join us as we delve into this powerful passage and uncover the timeless insights it holds about relationships, purpose, and the value of what we seek.

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When Is It Time? A Jewish Perspective on Divorce

Jun 27, 2025

52:48

In this thought-provoking session, we explore the sensitive topic of divorce through the lens of Jewish tradition and Halacha. Drawing from the teachings of Tractate Gittin Ein Yaakov, we discuss how Judaism approaches the end of a marriage—balancing compassion, responsibility, and sanctity. When is it appropriate to part ways? What values guide this difficult decision? Join us as we delve into timeless wisdom that offers clarity and perspective on one of life’s most challenging crossroads.

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Tefillin: A Divine Remedy for the Head & Heart

May 30, 2025

1:03:33

This episode explores the symbolic and spiritual healing power of Tefillin, particularly in relation to ailments of the head such as stress, tension, and even deeper metaphysical afflictions. Through striking imagery and insightful commentary, we contrast the pain of a blood clot-induced headache with the serenity brought by the sacred act of donning Tefillin—highlighting the unique placement between the eyes and the profound presence of the Hebrew letters Shin, embodying divine energy and healing.

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Scepter vs. Robe

May 23, 2025

1:03:01

King Shlomo was expelled from his palace by Ashmedai, the king of demons. Stripped of his throne and wandering as a beggar, the only thing he had left was... debated by the sages of the Talmud: Was it his scepter—or his robes? In this episode, we explore the deeper meaning behind this enigmatic debate in Gittin 68a. What does it reveal about the essence of leadership? About the tension between power and honor, external status and inner identity, body and soul? Join us as we unravel the symbolic layers of this Talmudic moment and consider: When all is taken, what remains?

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Lag B'Omer - What's it REALLY about?

May 16, 2025

35:22

Discover the meaning and lessons of Lag B'Omer!

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Bein Hashmashos: The Paradox of Opposites

May 9, 2025

59:09

As daylight fades and night has yet to begin, Bein Hashmashos—the twilight zone between day and night—invites us into a space where contradictions coexist. In this episode, we explore the mystical significance of this liminal time, uncovering how opposites merge, boundaries blur, and the foundations of creation are touched. Join us as we journey through the paradox of opposites to reveal deeper truths about time, transformation, and divine mystery.

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In the Shadows of Twilight: The King, the Rooster, and the Worm

May 2, 2025

56:48

As the sun slips beneath the horizon, the wise King Shlomo steps into the twilight—where demons whisper riddles, and a wild rooster guards a secret from the dawn of creation. His mission? To find the Shamir, the creature no blade can touch, yet one that can split stone for the Temple of G-d.

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The Trap - Rav Sheishes & The Reish Galusa

Apr 4, 2025

59:13

Uncover the remarkable personalities of the Rabbis from the era of the Mishna. Explore life in בבל through the lens of Rav Sheishes—his tense encounters with the Reish Galusa, and the dramatic story of how he narrowly escaped a murder attempt.

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The Crown of Torah

Mar 28, 2025

57:57

Discover things we do for the sake of peace, and why Torah scholars are called Kings.

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Siyum HoRambam Buffalo 5785

Mar 24, 2025

41:26

Buffalo Siyum HoRambam 5785 - 40 years from the 1st Rambam celebration.

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Pruzbul

Mar 24, 2025

55:20

Discover what a Pruzbul is and the meaning of the Hebrew word.

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Bird Language & Reb Nachman's Daughters

Mar 24, 2025

1:00:39

Explore the mysterious story of Reb Nachman's daughters and how bird language was used.

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Dreams in Judaism

Mar 24, 2025

54:45

Should we pay attention to dreams?

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Torah - Written & Oral

Mar 24, 2025

50:20

Discover the difference between the written and oral Torah.

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7 Adar - Customs & Traditions

Mar 24, 2025

1:00:44

Discover about the 7th of Adar - Moshe Rabeinu's birthday and Yahrzeit.

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Reish Lakish, Grapes & Jews

Feb 14, 2025

59:06

Discover a fascinating story about Reish Lakish and its lesson. Explore the comparison between Jews and grapes.

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A jar of flour

Jan 28, 2025

56:38

2 Stories 1 theme.

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The Power of Speech

Jan 17, 2025

58:08

Discover how powerful our words are both in the negative and positive

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Winds

Jan 17, 2025

59:30

Learn about a eated discussion between the Rabbis about the winds

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Chanukah in times of danger

Jan 3, 2025

52:55

Discover how Chanukah was celebrated in times of danger and things have changed in the free world.

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Poor no more!

Dec 13, 2024

58:29

What to do if your financial situation is tight?

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Music in Halacha & Chassidus

Dec 10, 2024

59:47

Discover the Halachos of Music and the meaning of music in Chassidus

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Mar Ukva & Geniva

Nov 22, 2024

52:16

Study about the tension between great Talmudic scholars and how they delt with conflict.

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The 1st Yeshiva

Nov 10, 2024

1:00:02

The 1st Yeshiva - Yeshivas Shem & Ever. What was it like?

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Your Radiance

Jun 28, 2024

45:56

Learn about the song the Levites sung in the Beis Hamikdash and the song of Haazinu.

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Kinus Torah Buffalo - Shavous

Jun 16, 2024

1:15:47

Join a discussion about reading the Hallel, learning during Torah reading, reasons for eating dairy on Shavous, freeing hostages in Halacha.

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The 12 Hebrew Months

Jun 2, 2024

51:56

Discover how we should refine ourselves during each one of the 12 Hebrew months.

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Pesach Sheini

May 30, 2024

51:21

Discover the 4 dimensions of Pesach Sheini.

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Rabbi Akiva's Travels

May 9, 2024

50:14

Join Rabbi Akiva as he travels to Arabia, France and Coast Cities and discover the meaning of some uncommon Hebrew words.

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#1×3 = Moshiach

Apr 18, 2024

43:05

Learn about the 3 "1st" Pesach Sukkos and Lulav and the name(s) of Moshiach

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Solar Eclipse - ליקוי חמה

Apr 4, 2024

52:53

View The Solar Eclipse from a Torah perspective. Is a Solar Eclipse positive or negative?

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"Tomorrow will be a festival to Hashem"

Mar 14, 2024

53:51

Discover the common theme between the day of making the golden calf, the day The Torah was translated into Greek and the day Hillel was bent over to Shammai.

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If your enemy is hungry feed him bread

Feb 29, 2024

45:31

Why did Esther make a party for Achashverosh and Haman? Learn the common theme between multiple debates between Rabbi Eliezer and Rabbi Yehoshua. Sourced from a Sefer written by Rabbi Klonimos Kalman Zukerman Republished by Rabbi Dov Berisch Zukerman Zatzal Rov of Buffalo.

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I will awake the dawn

Feb 22, 2024

52:13

Discover how the holiday of Purim was established. The deeper meaning of why Queen Esther is called Ayeles Hashachar - The Doe of the dawn.

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The Melody of The Torah & Megillah

Feb 15, 2024

55:29

Discover the song and music of The Torah and Meggilah and the story of Yehoshua meeting an angel with a sword.

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Stick & Money

Feb 8, 2024

1:10:09

Learn about Rosh Chodesh and what happened when Rabbis argue about when the new month begins.

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Images & Sculptures

Feb 1, 2024

57:18

Discover The Torah's opinion and perspective regarding making images and creating sculptures.

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Kindness vs Truth, Wheat & Grapes

Jan 25, 2024

56:19

Discover the different attributes how Hashem relates to the world and the connection to the 15th of Shevat.

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Snow Like Wool

Jan 18, 2024

54:54

Discover the Kabbalah of snow and how it relates to the 13 Attributes of mercy.

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Wrapped In A Talis

Jan 11, 2024

55:00

Discover how Hashem taught Moshe about his 13 Attributes of Mercy.

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Letting go

Jan 4, 2024

59:59

Study about Hashem's 13 Attributes of Mercy, specifically about lifting the iniquity and passing over transgression - letting go.

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Suppress or Uplift?

Dec 28, 2023

56:18

Tilt the scale! Push down or push up? Learn about the different methods of Hashem's attributes and kindness.

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Fast Day - Holiday!

Dec 21, 2023

56:57

Discover the reason and meaning of fasting and how these days can be transformed in to holidays!

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24th of Kislev - Victory!

Dec 7, 2023

58:38

Discover the significance of the 24th of Kislev the day before Chanukah!

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Visiting your teacher on the holidays part 2

Nov 16, 2023

59:27

Learn more about visiting your teacher on the holidays and are women are obligated?

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Visiting your teacher on the holidays

Nov 9, 2023

1:00:03

The importance and virtues of visiting your teacher on Shabbos, Rosh Chodesh and holidays.

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The 5 Paths of Teshuva

Nov 2, 2023

54:57

Discover the 5 ways to change your life for the better.

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Marcheshvan, Flood and Scorpions

Oct 19, 2023

59:48

Discover the Jewish month of Marcheshvan, Mazal Akrav - Scorpion and how the flood came about.

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Tishrei redemption

Oct 12, 2023

53:22

Explaining the great debate of when the final redemption will occur. Nissan or Tishrei?