The Rabbi Stark Podcast

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From One to Ten: Unifying A Fragmented World (Yisro - Parsha Principles)

Feb 14, 2025

44:59

The Mashgiach explains how 1 and 10 are really two sides of the same coin and how the journey from 1 to 10 actually bring "everything" full circle.

102

FEELING The Love (Beshalach - Parsha Principles)

Feb 7, 2025

46:19

What was greater, the miracle of Kriyas Yam Suf or Klal Yisroel signing Az Yashir?

103

10 Makkos, Precisely (Parsha Principles)

Jan 27, 2025

43:16

Rabbi Stark explains the significance of the number ten and why Hashem brought exactly ten makkos.

104

For The Love Of God (Hakaras HaTov VI)

Jan 22, 2025

41:35

Ultimately, being a person who has hakaras hatov brings you closer to Hashem.

105

LIVE FROM THE MIR: Yesod HaBayis

Jan 20, 2025

23:08

During these weeks of Shovavim, the Mashgiach talks about how one can ensure a healthy home for themselves.

106

The Truth About "Jewish Identity" (Shemos - Parsha Principles)

Jan 17, 2025

43:50

The Bnei Yisroel were redeemed from Mitzrayim because they maintained their "Jewish Identity"—but weren't they simultaneously worshipping Avodah Zarah??

107

Gratitude And Humility (Hakaras HaTov V)

Jan 14, 2025

37:40

Many people fail to recognize the good because they feel doing so negatively effects how they are perceived. Such people could not be more wrong.

108

A Talmud's Hesped: Rav Moshe Shapiro זצ"ל

Jan 12, 2025

48:41

Rabbi Stark speaks about the "mehalech" and greatness of his rebbi, Rav Moshe Shapiro.

109

Its ALL Torah (Chanukah)

Dec 26, 2024

39:42

What the Greeks failed to realize is that everything IS Torah.

110

From Avos To Banim (Vayeshev - Parsha Principles)

Dec 20, 2024

47:58

The difference between the Avos and the Shevatim.

111

"Mi Baal HaBABKA" (Hakaras HaTov IV)

Dec 18, 2024

37:48

The mental gymnastics we do just do deny what others do for us.

112

Yaakov: Separate And Above (Parsha Principles)

Dec 13, 2024

40:32

How Yaakov differentiated himself from everyone (including the rest of the avos)

113

Bein Adam L'Atzmo (Hakaras HaTov III)

Dec 10, 2024

47:05

Hakaras hatov is not about the one being thanked, its about the one DOING the thanking!

114

Yaakov: The Practical Application (Parsha Principles)

Dec 6, 2024

47:10

Now that we understand how Yaakov is the synthesis of the middos of Avraham and Yitzchak, the questions is how does one practically apply this concept.

115

The Obligation Of Indebtedness (Hakaras HaTov II)

Dec 3, 2024

40:20

More than just recognizing the good, one must also realize how indebted they ought to feel.

116

Yaakov: The Synthesis Of It All (Parsha Principles)

Dec 2, 2024

51:19

Avraham represents chessed and Yitzchak represents din. Yaakov though is the total integration of both of these middos and how they need to be properly balanced.

117

A Change Of Attitude (Hakaras HaTov I)

Nov 27, 2024

39:31

We have all heard about the concept of Hakaras HaTov but do we know that is is MUCH more than merely saying thanks?

118

Did The Avos Really "Invent" Tefilah? (Fundamentals)

Nov 22, 2024

1:03:01

During these parshiyos, where we discuss the avos and their introduction of tefilah, the Mashgiach explains that the connection goes much deeper than you may think.

119

The "Olam Ha'Yeshivos" (Winter Zman III)

Nov 19, 2024

42:37

The idea of Yeshiva is not limited to a physical location but rather it is a way of life.

120

The Strength Of Restraint (Vayeira - Parsha Principles)

Nov 15, 2024

45:14

Yitzchak is mentioned the least of all of the avos in the Torah, but that is precisely the trait which Yitzchak embodied.

121

Yeshiva: What It Means And How To "Do It" (Winter Zman II)

Nov 12, 2024

39:43

We all know what a "Yeshiva" is, but does anyone actually know what "yeshiva" means?

122

The Chessed Of Avraham (Parsha Principles)

Nov 8, 2024

41:34

The difference between Chessed and Rachamim and how understanding Avraham's Chessed helps one to know Hashem.

123

Welcome To Winter

Nov 7, 2024

38:41

During the long winter is precisely when one needs to understand the value of perseverance and to not quit at the first sight of disinterest.

124

Shnayim Mikra And Shabbos Hachanos (Shabbos IX)

Nov 1, 2024

39:11

We are all familiar with Shnayim Mikra v'Echad Targum but have we ever thought about it as a Hachana for Shabbos?

125

You're Blocking My View (Sukkos II)

Oct 16, 2024

28:23

Between Simchas Beis Hashoeva and the mitzvah to visit one's Rebbi over Sukkos, there seems to be a special focus on seeing the faces of tzadikim over this Yom Tov. The Mashgiach explains why.

126

Invited By Your "Guests" (Sukkos)

Oct 13, 2024

39:13

Sukkos is the synthesis of the things we committed to work on during the Yamim Noraim and how the Ushpizin help us to accomplish them.

127

Trust The "Busha" (Aseres Yemei Teshuvah)

Oct 8, 2024

44:16

We all want to improve but what can we do and where do we even start?

128

An Emotional Rollercoaster (Rosh Hashanah)

Oct 1, 2024

38:42

Many of us may experience an emotional rollercoaster over Rosh Hashanah but really it should be a day of "simcha" and rejoicing.

129

Explained (2 of 2): The Yud Gimmel Middos HaRachamim

Sep 30, 2024

27:31

Just like the child who dumps a bowl of meatballs of their face, the "schmutz" makes them cuter. So too we want Hashem to view our sins in a way which endears us to him.

130

Explained: The Yud Gimmel Middos HaRachamim (Elul IV)

Sep 30, 2024

44:34

Just like the child who dumps a bowl of meatballs of their face, the "schmutz" makes them cuter. So too we want Hashem to view our sins in a way which endears us to him.

131

Lo BaShamayim (Nitzavim - Parsha Principles)

Sep 27, 2024

40:55

How do we reconcile diametrically opposed opinions in the Torah and how does the fact that Torah is not "in the heavens" answer this question?

132

Process Over Perfection (Elul III)

Sep 24, 2024

39:40

Especially in Elul, when we are all trying to strive for perfection, it is important to remember it is the journey itself which allows one to truly grow.

133

The Pursuit Of Simcha (Ki Savo - Parsha Principles)

Sep 20, 2024

48:23

The Torah in this week's parsha says that the curses listed in the Tochacha will come if one fails to serve Hashem with "simcha"—what is simcha and aren't there worse sins one can do?

134

Chasing Greatness (Elul II)

Sep 17, 2024

32:31

If you ever want to change and become great you can't wait for "greatness" to find its way to you, you need to get out there and chase it!

135

Tackling Shiluach Hakan (Ki Teitzei - Parsha Principles)

Sep 13, 2024

35:59

We all know Shiluach Hakan is a "chok" but is there any explanation which can help us understand the reasoning behind it?

136

Harotzeh B'Tshuvah, The "Chiddush" Of Elul (Elul I)

Sep 11, 2024

33:20

Every single relationship in existence has a point which, if passed, there is no coming back from. Except for one, our relationship with Hashem.

137

Am Segulah: Above The Zodiac (Shoftim - Parsha Principles)

Sep 6, 2024

38:08

The Torah perspective on witchcraft, astrological signs, and what it means to be "The Am Segulah."

138

Fingernails And Shabbos Details (Shabbos VIII)

Aug 29, 2024

35:49

What does the cutting of one's nails have to do with Shabbos? The deep connection may surprise you. . .

139

Yom Shekulo Shabbos Prep (Shabbos VII)

Aug 19, 2024

36:44

What does it mean to truly "prepare" for Shabbos, as well as for yom shekulo shabbos?

140

The Rabbi Akiva Perspective

Aug 8, 2024

30:40

How and why Rabbi Akiva was so unique in his world view.

141

Slow Down And "Shabbos" (Shabbos VI)

Aug 6, 2024

28:30

In this final Shabbos segment the Mashgiach discusses what it means to "just Shabbos."

142

The Shabbos Connection (Shabbos V)

Jul 31, 2024

38:01

Approaching Shabbos from a different perspective can allow one to have an incredible connection with it, as well as with Hashem.

143

Pinchas, Shabbos, And The Bris Shalom (Pinchas - Parsha Principles)

Jul 26, 2024

45:41

The reward for Pinchas' seemingly vicious act was the bris shalom. What does "shalom" mean and how does that even work?

144

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.

145

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.

146

Get In The Zone—Shabbos Zone (Shabbos III)

Jul 16, 2024

40:21

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

147

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.

148

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

Jul 11, 2024

42:43

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

149

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?

150

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.

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