The Rabbi Stark Podcast

101

Don't "Steal" Shabbos, "Feel" It (Shabbos IV)

Jul 24, 2024

39:11

Understanding Shabbos so we can take advantage of all it has to offer.

102

The Beis Medresh Of Bilam (Balak - Parsha Principles)

Jul 19, 2024

49:45

Bilam had so much potential (perhaps rivaling even that of Moshe Rabbeinu) yet he ended up being of the worst people in history.

103

Get In The Zone—Shabbos Zone (Shabbos III)

Jul 16, 2024

40:21

How to raise Shabbos from merely a "time" to a "place".

104

Hitting The Rock: The Rambam's Perspective (Chukas - Parsha Principles)

Jul 12, 2024

45:37

Moshe hitting the rock conveyed a false message from Hashem to Klal Yisroel and that is why hitting the rock was such a grave sin.

105

V'karasa L'Shabbos "Oneg" (Shabbos II)

Jul 11, 2024

42:43

What is the true joy/pleasure we are privy to on Shabbos?

106

L'Shem Shamayim (Korach - Parsha Principles)

Jul 5, 2024

45:03

Why does it actually matter if a disagreement is "l'shem shamayim" or not?

107

Shabbos Shabbos Yom Menuchah (Shabbos I)

Jul 4, 2024

36:30

The Mashgiach begins a new series on Shabbos, starting with what is the great "menuchah" (rest) one experiences over Shabbos.

108

Seeing Wrong (Shelach - Parsha Principles)

Jun 28, 2024

58:58

Rabbi Stark discusses how many times our perception of what we're seeing is totally incorrect and may be the cause of a lot of our issues and suffering.

109

Moshe Rabbeinu: The Greatest Navi Of All Time (Beha'aloscha - Parsha Principles)

Jun 21, 2024

36:11

Why nevuas Moshe Rabbeinu was utterly unique.

110

A Healthy Sense Of Self

Jun 19, 2024

36:59

The Mashgiach discusses the importance of a healthy sense of self, and the dangers of an unhealthy one.

111

The Balanced Nazir (Nasso - Parsha Principles)

Jun 14, 2024

55:08

Is being a Nazir a good thing or a bad thing? The Mashgiach discusses why its not so clear and what the concept of being a Nazir represents.

112

Flags And Numbers (Bamidbar - Parsha Principles)

Jun 9, 2024

47:02

Is being a "number" a good thing or a bad thing?

113

The Torah Is Awesome—Here Is A Steak (Shavuos)

Jun 6, 2024

45:21

Are we being dishonest when we put honey on the Aleph Bais letters so a young child can experience the sweetness of Torah?

114

Olam Haba And Olam Hazeh (Bechukosai - Parsha Principles)

Jun 2, 2024

38:30

Rabbi Stark discusses Olam Haba and why it is never mentioned in the written Torah.

115

Torah: A Program For Growth (Sefiras HaOmer)

May 29, 2024

35:17

Torah is all about getting you to change and develop into who you are really supposed to be.

116

Kabbalah, The Zohar, And Common Misconceptions (Lag BaOmer)

May 24, 2024

57:04

Many people don't understand what Kabbalah and the Zohar are, and those who think they do are often mistaken. The Mashgiach sets the record straight.

117

Middos Brings The Torah Close (Sefiras HaOmer)

May 23, 2024

32:49

The Mashgiach goes through various middos and explains how and why they bring one closer to Torah.

118

Sfas Emes: The Korban Omer Explained (Emor - Parsha Principles)

May 17, 2024

41:34

The Mashgiach explains a Sfas Emes which describes the Korban Omer and how it shows that everything in this world—when "done right"—brings one closer to Hashem.

119

Why Torah Requires Middos (Sefiras HaOmer)

May 15, 2024

34:40

Rabbi Stark shares why good Middos are a prerequisite to succeed in learning Torah.

120

Yiddishkeit: A Cut Above

May 10, 2024

33:22

The Mashgiach explains what Yiddishkeit is in relation to all the other nations.

121

Yetzias Mitzrayim Then. Yetzias Mitzrayim Now. (Pesach I)

Apr 15, 2024

23:32

What was Yetzias Mitzrayim and what does it mean to us today?

122

Take Some Responsibility

Apr 9, 2024

40:02

The Mashgiach explains how taking responsibility for the things you do/don't do is the key to success.

123

Why Purim Absolutely Rocks (Adar II)

Mar 20, 2024

40:02

We all know Purim is just the absolute best, but its time we have a mature understanding of why and what opportunity the day brings.

124

Marbim B'Simcha: How—And Why? (Adar I)

Mar 14, 2024

42:48

How exactly is one "marbim b'simcha" when Adar begins—and why already from Adar's start?

125

Hazorim B'dimah B'rinah Yiktzoru (Shovavim)

Feb 21, 2024

56:09

Rabbi Stark discusses the problem with marijuana. Spoiler alert—its not what you think.

126

"Achrayos Macht Gadlus" (Shovavim II - Mishkan Shmuel)

Feb 7, 2024

28:51

What makes an individual great is not merely the fact that they do or don't do something. Rather, it is the "achrayos of greatness" which they place upon themselves.

127

"The Process" Is A Feature, Not A Bug (Yisro - Parsha Principles)

Feb 2, 2024

48:50

Yisro's journey—which culminated in him finding Hashem—is what is so impressive about him and should not be swept under the rug.

128

Don't Be A Cat In A Hat (Shovavim I - Mishkan Shmuel)

Feb 1, 2024

37:10

The Mashgiach gives a schmooze on the topic of Shovavim and explains how we need to better ourselves—not merely because we "have to" but rather because we "want to gain" what a life of spirituality has to offer.

129

Rav Matisyahu Solomon זצ"ל: Reflecting On The Loss Of A Gadol Hador

Feb 1, 2024

34:54

The Mashgiach speaks about the greatness of the "Mashgiach Hador" Rav Matisyahu Solomon זצ"ל and shares some of his Torah insights with us.

130

The Next Step: Mishkan Shmuel

Feb 1, 2024

29:39

131

"Shuvu Banim Shovavim"

Feb 1, 2024

33:02

With the parshiyos of "Shovavim" beginning once again the Mashgiach discusses what the avoda is during these weeks.

132

The Next Step: Mishkan Shmuel

Jan 25, 2024

29:39

133

Rav Matisyahu Solomon זצ"ל: Reflecting On The Loss Of A Gadol Hador

Jan 10, 2024

34:54

The Mashgiach speaks about the greatness of the "Mashgiach Hador" Rav Matisyahu Solomon זצ"ל and shares some of his Torah insights with us.

134

"Shuvu Banim Shovavim" (Shovavim I)

Jan 8, 2024

33:02

With the parshiyos of "Shovavim" beginning once again the Mashgiach discusses what the avoda is during these weeks.

135

V'erastich Li B'Emunah (Emunah VI)

Dec 28, 2023

37:26

Understanding the true definition of "emunah" and our relationship with Hashem as though it is a true marriage.

136

Ol’ Reliable (Emunah V)

Dec 20, 2023

37:08

Moshe Rabbeinu received the ultimate compliment when Hashem referred to him as "reliable." What's so special about being reliable and why is it a necessary precursor to having emunah?

137

"Ratzon Hashem" And Al HaNisim (Chanukah III)

Dec 14, 2023

28:44

As Jews, we do the things we do because they are Ratzon Hashem, not because they are practical.

138

Why Your Intellect Is The Lowest Level Of Understanding (Emunah IV / Chanukah II)

Dec 7, 2023

44:40

The connection between Emunah and Chanukah, and why the Greeks were dead-set on trying to ensure the Jews couldn't learn Torah.

139

Esav—Today, The Only Thing That Matters (Fundamentals)

Dec 4, 2023

44:56

A high-level understanding of Esav and his life values (and how they differ from that of Yishmael).

140

Judaism Doesn't Believe In "A Leap Of Faith" (Emunah III / Chanukah I)

Nov 30, 2023

39:04

Many people think there is a "leap of faith" in Judaism, but Rabbi Stark explains why that is inaccurate, as well as how this all ties in to Chanukah.

141

Yishmael—A Perversion In The Name Of Hashem (Fundamentals)

Nov 26, 2023

39:45

Considering the current climate in Israel and in the world at large, together with the weekly parsha, its time we have a sophisticated understanding of Yishmael and his world view.

142

The 3 Dimensions Of Emunah (Emunah II)

Nov 23, 2023

49:47

Emunah is made up of three aspects which must be meticulously honed and mastered; emunah of the mind, emunah of the heart, and emunah of the hands.

143

Emunah—What It is And What Its Not (Emunah I)

Nov 16, 2023

37:20

Emunah is a basic tenet of being a Jew. However, many of us don't understand what true "Emunah" is, and unfortunately we confuse it with something that it is not.

144

Achdus And The Jewish Identity (Israel At War)

Nov 12, 2023

37:49

Achdus is not just a "cute" thing which we hear about. Rather, its part and parcel of what it means to be a Jew.

145

"Remember, Who You Are" (Israel At War)

Nov 1, 2023

35:50

While tragic, this war is causing something special to stir in each and every Jew.

146

Fake News And The Truth About This Conflict (Israel At War)

Oct 25, 2023

36:49

Every single person seems to have an opinion as to what this war is about but Rabbi Stark is here to set the record straight and share how we can ensure victory for the Jewish people.

147

The Only Thing Greater Than Dying "Al Kiddush Hashem" (Israel At War)

Oct 21, 2023

39:30

The sole purpose of a Jew is to cause others to think "(s)he represents something Godly" upon seeing them.

148

Yoshev B'seiser And The Protection It Affords (Israel At War)

Oct 17, 2023

31:30

The tefilah of Yoshev B'seiser contains all the letters of the aleph bais—except for the letter "zayin." Is this mere happenstance or is there some significant that only the letter zayin is nowhere to be found?

149

A Soldier's Duty: The Torah View (Israel At War)

Oct 11, 2023

49:03

Israel has declared war following the horrific Hamas terrorist attack. All Jews are now on the front lines of battle, be it spiritually, physically, or both. How can we ensure our success in this war and what does Hashem want from us with it?

150

"Zman Simchaseinu" (Sukkos)

Sep 28, 2023

32:38

What does "simcha" have to do with Sukkos?

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