The Rabbi Stark Podcast

151

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.

152

"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.

153

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.

154

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?

155

"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.

156

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.

157

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).

158

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.

159

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.

160

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.

161

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.

162

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.

163

"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.

164

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.

165

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.

166

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?

167

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?

168

"Zman Simchaseinu" (Sukkos)

Sep 28, 2023

32:38

What does "simcha" have to do with Sukkos?

169

Teshuvah vs Perfection (Aseres Yemei Teshuvah II)

Sep 21, 2023

39:12

The importance of realizing you are "assembly required."

170

The Secret Of The Yud Gimmel Middos HaRachamim (Aseres Yemei Teshuvah I)

Sep 18, 2023

39:47

Is the clean slate we get from repeating the Yud Gimmel Middos HaRachamim a "handout" or is there some sort of effort on our part which allows us to be entitled to it?

171

The Only Thing Hashem Needs Is YOU (Rosh Hashanah)

Sep 13, 2023

39:27

The Mashgiach shares what Rosh Hashanah is really all about and how to ensure we have a successful year.

172

"Abba, Just Push Me In" (Elul III)

Sep 10, 2023

34:35

Personal growth is a journey, and not always an easy one, resulting in us needing to be "pushed in" at times.

173

It's Time To Change—Into The Real You (Elul II)

Sep 4, 2023

37:00

The growth in Elul is for you to become the real you, and it's important to understand that.

174

Elul Doesn't End The Year—It Starts It (Elul I)

Aug 28, 2023

35:04

Although Rosh Hashanah is the first day of the new year, Rabbi Stark explains how Elul is tied to the new year too.

175

The Struggle Is Real (Bein Hazmanim)

Aug 10, 2023

31:52

Bein Hazmanim can be a tough time but the Mashgiach is here to arm us with life hacks to success.

176

Tu B'Av And The Shiva D'Nechemta

Aug 2, 2023

31:51

With Tisha B'Av behind us, what is the "avodah" moving forward?

177

The Churban And Ultimate Geulah (Tisha B'Av)

Jul 26, 2023

29:04

How can we mourn a loss which we've never experienced and how can we yearn for something which we have no concept of? Rabbi Stark helps us relate to these otherwise foreign concepts.

178

The Bracha Of Shalom (Pinchas - Parsha Principles)

Jul 7, 2023

32:28

Pinchas, who did this seemingly violent act, is blessed with "the bracha of shalom"—isn't this an oxymoron?

179

Even Bigger Than Themselves (Emunas Chachamim V)

Jul 6, 2023

39:07

Our leaders from previous generations were so great that their works were even bigger than themselves, how is that even possible?

180

Bilam, A Donkey With A Donkey (Balak - Parsha Principles)

Jun 30, 2023

28:48

How is it that Bilam—who is referred to as "Bilam HaRasha"—could seem to have experienced prophecy in the same way as Moshe Rabbeinu?

181

The "Gadlus" Of Our Gedolim (Emunas Chachamim IV)

Jun 28, 2023

42:51

Our gedolim and chachamim are (technically) "people"—but not at all in the sense we are familiar with.

182

The Issue With Hitting The Rock (Chukas - Parsha Principles)

Jun 26, 2023

28:09

Yes, Moshe was supposed to speak to the rock as opposed to hit it, but does the punishment really fit the offense?

183

Is Yeridas Hadoros Just A Myth? (Emunas Chachamim III)

Jun 22, 2023

38:04

With so much technological progression, can it really be that the generations are in decline?

184

The Value Of Hierarchy (Korach - Parsha Principles)

Jun 19, 2023

35:46

A hierarchy exists in Klal Yisroel and Korach failed to understand its value.

185

Trusting The Mesorah (Emunas Chachamim II)

Jun 14, 2023

39:55

Its impossible to follow the Torah if you lack faith in the mesorah.

186

Tzitzis, The Meraglim, And Great Aspirations (Shelach - Parsha Principles)

Jun 12, 2023

26:32

How the concept of Tzitzis is a direct result of the story of the Meraglim and their lack of aspirations.

187

Trust, The Foundation Of Judaism (Emunas Chachamim I)

Jun 7, 2023

39:34

Why Judaism requires trust (as opposed to belief).

188

Why Moshe Had To Separate From His Wife (Nasso - Parsha Principles)

Jun 2, 2023

27:23

The Torah is always mentioning Moshe, but do we have any clue as to who Moshe really was?

189

Rav Gershon Eidelstein זצ"ל: Reflecting On The Loss Of A Gadol Hador

May 31, 2023

38:16

The Mashgiach tells of a lesson he learned while at the Shabbos table of Rav Gershon Eidelstein זצ"ל which helps to explain "hefsid" (loss) we have just experienced.

190

Rack Of Lamb, At The Very Least (Shavuos)

May 24, 2023

38:52

We only enjoy the things we can relate to. Let's relate to Torah.

191

Counting Stars (Bamidbar - Parsha Principles)

May 19, 2023

25:46

What is "mass individuality" and why should I care?

192

Why Did The Chicken Cross The Road? (Sefiras HaOmer IV)

May 17, 2023

33:37

Jokes are an important tool which can bring us closer to one another, but can also drive us apart if used improperly.

193

Your Ticket To Connection (A Sefiras HaOmer Special)

May 12, 2023

29:11

Why the Yehi Ratzon after one counts sefira focuses on "removing negatives" as opposed to "increasing positives."

194

Not My Problem, Or Is It? (Sefiras HaOmer III)

May 11, 2023

35:33

Why the well-being of another Jew is something that should be important to you.

195

"The Zohar" And Kabbalah (Lag BaOmer)

May 9, 2023

27:16

Rebbi Shimon Bar Yochai was the author of The Zohar but what is The Zohar and what even is Kabbalah?

196

REVEALED: The "Middos" Of Sefiras HaOmer (A Sefiras HaOmer Special)

May 5, 2023

28:19

Rabbi Stark reveals the ideas behind the various middos of the days and weeks of Sefiras HaOmer and explains how they are expressions of Torah psychology.

197

Carrying The Burden Of A Friend (Sefiras HaOmer II)

May 3, 2023

40:57

What does it mean to be Nosei B’ol Im Chaveiro?

198

Holy, You Shall Be (Kedoshim - Parsha Principles)

Apr 28, 2023

23:41

What does it mean to "be holy" and is this a mitzvah or something else entirely?

199

Torah + Middos (Sefiras HaOmer I)

Apr 27, 2023

42:22

During this time of Sefiras HaOmer, the Mashgiach explains why Middos are necessary to excel in Torah.

200

Torah + Middos (Sefiras HaOmer I)

Apr 26, 2023

29:19

During this time of Sefiras HaOmer, the Mashgiach explains why Middos are necessary to excel in Torah.

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