Sichos HaRan: Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman

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Class Trip With Rebbe Nachman #31 - The Secret of the Dreidel (SH #39,40)

Nov 1, 2021

1:15:14

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #39 and 40 we study two foundational teachings from the tzaddik. The first relates to the Breslover ideal of developing a feeling heart, a heart that is impacted by the pain of other individuals and the suffering of the entire world. The second is a glorious exposition on the inner meaning of the Chanukah and the dreidel, presenting a deep argument for simple faith and radical optimism - the essence of redemption. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos!

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Class Trip With Rebbe Nachman #30 - Getting to the Root of the Emunah Issue (SH #38)

Oct 26, 2021

1:09:44

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #38 we explore the reason for why people speak against tzaddikim and the importance of simplicity - understanding that there is much we have yet to learn. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip With Rebbe Nachman #29 - Emunah is a Big Deal! (SH #33, 34, 35, 36, 37)

Oct 25, 2021

1:03:18

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #38 we explore the reason for why people speak against tzaddikim and the importance of simplicity - understanding that there is much we have yet to learn. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip With Rebbe Nachman #28 - Coming Face to Face with Hashem (SH #32c)

Oct 25, 2021

1:01:08

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #32 we delve into the inner-workings of how embarrassment and a broken heart can help a person return to a life of emunah and awareness of our essential mission on this planet. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip With Rebbe Nachman #27 - Kesser Melucha: From Faith to Yearning (SH #32b)

Oct 5, 2021

56:41

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #32 we learn about the way in which simple faith can lift a Jew to a place beyond intellect, the level of Ratzon - unbearable yearning and desire for closeness to Hashem. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip With Rebbe Nachman #26 - The Awesome Centrality of Faith (SH #31, 32a)

Sep 1, 2021

1:05:05

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #31 and 32 we learn about the importance of davening vasikin (hashkama) and further explore the distinction between philosophical and faith-oriented approaches to our relationship with Hashem and the Torah, discovering an eye-opening teaching from Reb Nosson on how much (or how little) we actually know and the way in which faith plays a much larger role in our lives that we ordinarily think... We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #25: Don't Waste Precious Time on Extreme Stringencies (SH #30)

Aug 26, 2021

1:02:27

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #30, we explore a unique teaching from the tzaddik on the proper approach to Nekiyus HaGuf that stresses the importance of keeping our eye on the big picture in avodas Hashem and recognizing (and embracing!) our human limitations. We also discover Rebbe Nachman's opinion on smoking and surmise what he would feel about the use of mood/mind-altering or spiritually enhancive substances as a tool in avodas Hashem. [Trigger warning: unpopular opinion up ahead.] We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #24: Halacha - A Signpost Pointing the Way Back Home (SH #29)

Aug 18, 2021

1:04:01

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #29, we explore the Kabbalistic depth of why it is so important for a Jew to study halacha every single day. With great clarity and siyata d'Shmaya, we discuss a few interconnected perspectives into the manner in which the process of studying halacha undoes the confusion brought about by sin and realigns us with the deepest essence of our Jewish identity. This shiur sheds greater light on the foundational concepts presented in "The Story of Our Lives" based on Rebbe Nachman's tale of The Lost Princess. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #23: There is No Vacation Like Torah Study (SH #28)

Aug 10, 2021

1:02:56

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #28 we discuss the Breslover ideal to explore every area of Torah study. We learn from the Peleh Yoetz regarding how one can "vacation" in the various areas of Torah, Reb Nosson regarding the importance of every holy sefer - irrespective of its subject, and explore a fascinating teaching from the Shelah HaKadosh presenting a novel way for anyone to connect to Kol haTorah Kulah. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/ Today's shiur is sponsored by The Uman Center. If you are thinking of traveling to Rebbe Nachman's kever for Rosh Hashanah or any time during the year, The Uman Center is your one-stop-shop for travel, hotel, meals, tefillos and more! Message The Uman Center on WhatsApp. https://wa.me/message/LWGEXURYRU4CB1 [email protected]

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #22: The Journey is the Destination (SH #26b, 27)

Jul 27, 2021

1:00:04

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #26 and 27, we explore the essence of limmud haTorah and the importance of finding our personal portion in Torah study and reserving the primary part of our learning time for this portion. We also talk about proceeding slowly in our avodas Hashem, step by step, and not becoming bewildered by taking on too much at once. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #21: The Great Blessing of Forgetfulness(SH #25, 26a)

Jul 21, 2021

60:00

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #25 and 26, we delve into the remarkable wonder of memory as well as the importance of consciously using our capacity of forgetfulness to let go of the negativity of the past and move into a brighter future with a freeing sense of renewal. Look out for a wonderful teaching from Reb Nosson on the way we conclude and commence the Torah on Simchas Torah and its relationship with the rectification process that begins on Rosh HaShana! We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #20: The Spiritual Diet of a Jew (SH #22b, 23a)

Jul 15, 2021

1:04:26

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #23b and 24, we explore the "food" and "drink" of the Jewish soul, discussing the incredible intention with which tzaddikim imbue every aspect of their lives - even the most mundane pursuits, elevating them to the level of avodas Hashem. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends!

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #19: The Garments of the Next World and their Function (SH #22b, 23a)

Jun 29, 2021

1:02:11

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #22 and 23, we delve deeply into the manner in which one can benefit in this world and the next from a connection to tzaddikim - sharing in their merit even one lacks any merit of his own. We discuss an incredibly deep teaching from the Baal HaTanya regarding why it is that the mitzvos are considered "garments" and learn about one shul in Yerushalayim you wouldn't want to visit! We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #18: The Joyous Crying of Rosh HaShana (SH #21b, 21a)

Jun 22, 2021

1:00:22

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #21 and 22, we continue our deep dive into Rebbe Nachman's guidelines for Rosh HaShana, exploring the importance of crying (or "pretending" to cry) on this elevated day of essentiality and unbearable yearning for our Beloved. We also learn about the importance of connecting to the tzaddikei emes and how their Torah prepares us for the coming of Moshiach as that process continually unfolds. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #17: Guidelines for an Effective Rosh Hashana Experience (SH #21a)

Jun 15, 2021

1:03:31

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #21, we delve deeply into the meaning of Rosh Hashanah and explore Rebbe Nachman's guidelines for making the absolute most of this glorious chag - enabling us to be written in the book of true life and dance our way back into the arms of Hashem as we re-embrace our essence amidst infinite joy and confidence! We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #16: Tapping into Rebbe Nachman's Sanity (SH #19b & 20)

Jun 9, 2021

1:08:02

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #19 and #20, we continue exploring the great importance of Torah study, and learn about the importance of yishuv hadaas in the context of joy, clear/logical/objective thinking, and how to attain utter - drama-free - redemption in areas of moral purity. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #15: The Power of Consistency in Limmud HaTorah (SH #18 & 19a)

Jun 1, 2021

1:04:09

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #18 and #19, we discuss the great gift of the printing press and the manner in which our homes are filled with the tzaddikim of all previous generations in the form of their seforim - seforim it is our greatest pleasure and obligation to learn. We explore the tremendous power of accepting upon ourselves a daily commitment in Torah study and how consistency in this endeavor can enable a Jew to escape even the most dire spiritual circumstances. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #14: Silent Scream, Motionless Dance (SH #16 & 17)

May 25, 2021

59:40

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #16 and 17, we learn about the ideal vision of a Jew in Breslov hashkafa - head in clouds, with feet firmly on the ground - and the manner in which we are able to connect to Hashem in an intimate way even when surrounded by the noise of this-worldliness. We also discuss the sweetness of Torah study and its ability to prevent loneliness as well as bring about wonderous salvation in our lives. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #13: The Secret of Mindful Mindlessness (SH #15)

May 12, 2021

1:02:32

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #15 we learn about what it means to be a B'heima D'Kedusha, a "holy animal", in our avodas Hashem, exploring the concept of simplicity in great depth. As part of this discussion, we discover the foundational prerequisite to receiving the Torah. We also study teachings from the Kedushas Levi and Reb Nosson of Nemirov, who reveals why our avos were all shepherds. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #12: Endless Desire in a Prophetic Darkness (SH # 12,13,14)

Apr 27, 2021

1:08:19

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #11, #12, and #13, we discuss the preciousness of holy desire in and of itself and the manner in which the ups and downs of an authentic relationship with Hashem are considered like karbanos. We learn about the choice we have to experience darkness as "folly" or "prophecy" and what it means for "precious words to emerge from confusion". Finally, we talk about the deep internal distinction between a Jew and the rest of existence as well as Eretz Yisrael and the rest of the lands. At the very end, we discuss the great joy of Lag Ba'Omer and what Rebbe Shimon meant when he promised the Torah would never be forgotten. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Tonight's shiur is dedicated l'illui nishmas Elimelech Eitan ben Reuven HaLevi, who taught us never, ever to give up trying. Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #11: No Holy Desire or Effort is Ever Lost! (SH # 11)

Apr 22, 2021

1:02:42

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #11, we discuss the awesome gift of being a Jew, the way in which every situation in life can become a vehicle for bringing Kavod to Hashem, and the manner in which no drop of effort to grow closer to Hashem is ever lost! We learn a beautiful teaching from the Mei HaShiloach as well as Reb Nosson's deep and wondrous understanding of the message hidden in the mitzvah Sefiras HaOmer. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #10: Redefining Our Essential Identity (SH #,8,9,10)

Mar 2, 2021

1:01:04

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #8, 9, and 10, we discuss the tremendous power of thought and offer a suggestion as to why the Baal Shem Tov taught that one mustn't gift his friend with a knife. We then delve deeply into the concept of "Jewish guilt" or regret and use other sources in Rebbe Nachman's writings as well as two foundational teachings from the Baal HaTanya to explore the nature of the yetzer hara and a powerful strategy to overcome his foreign seductions. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #9: Esther HaMalka and the Secret Power of the Final Generation(SH #7)

Feb 24, 2021

58:48

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #7, we delve into an extremely deep and relevant concept - the disregarding of Hashem's expressed Will for us to remain at a distance by intuiting His deeper Will which is for us to draw close nonetheless. We learn a remarkable teaching from Reb Tzadok HaKohen regarding the Maapilim and the inner meaning of Chazal's teaching that before Moshiach arrives, there will be much chutzpah. Finally, Reb Nosson teaches us how all of this is embedded into the essence of the Purim story in the sweetest, most incredible way! We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #8: Stop Being Haunted by the Horse in the Pump(SH #5.4-6)

Feb 16, 2021

1:00:56

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #5 (continuation)and #6, we begin by concluding our study of Sichah #5, discussing the concepts of "Yeish Mei'Ayin" and the source of holy and unholy innovations. The rest of the shiur is devoted to an in-depth exploration of Rebbe Nachman's classic lesson about the yetzer hara's delusions as well as the tzaddik's lesser-known tale of "The Pump". We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #7: Make A L'chaim with your Yiras Shomayim!(SH #5.3)

Feb 9, 2021

59:24

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #5 (continuation) we continue our exploration of the three levels of Yisras Shomayim, exploring the Baal HaTanya's exceedingly deep definition of "Yiras HaRomemus" as well as identifying fine distinctions between the definitions of the three levels found in the teachings of the Ramchal, Kedushas Levi, Baal HaTanya, and Bas Ayin. Finally, we discuss why, unlike many of the other tzaddikim, Rebbe Nachman spoke highly about Yiras Ha'Oneish and learn a remarkable teaching from Likutei Halachos where Reb Nosson stresses the importance of engaging with this kind of Yirah in a healthy, positive manner and warns against any "avodas Hashem" that will in fact bring us further away from our Father in heaven. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #6: Three Levels of Yiras Shomayim (SH #5.2)

Feb 2, 2021

56:13

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #5 (continuation) we revisit the distinction between a "rational" approach to yiddishkeit and the more "mystical" approach, rooted in the revelatory teachings of Kabbalah in addition to examining the three levels of Yiras Shomayim, "Yiras Ha'Oneish", "Yiras Cheit", and "Yiras HaRomemus", and discuss the distinction between the way these levels are defined by the Ramchal and the Kedushas Levi. To be continued! We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #5: From "Unmoved Mover" to a Reciprocal Relationship (SH #3-5.1)

Jan 26, 2021

56:30

In this shiur on Sichos HaRan #4&5, we explore two seemingly contradictory teachings from Rebbe Nachman on the impact of wealth on one's avodas Hashem, and present two possible resolutions. In addition, we begin our study of Sichos HaRan 5, laying the foundation of understanding Rebbe Nachman's aversion to works of philosophical speculation, rooted in his rejection of an impersonal "Unmoved Mover" and embrace of the more Kabbalistically-oriented reciprocal relationship with our Father in heaven Who is at stake in our every movement. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #4: Breslover Chassidus and The Pulsating Middle Ground (SH #3-4)

Jan 21, 2021

56:45

In this foundational shiur on Sichos HaRan #3 & 4, we explore the universal message of Breslover Chassidus and the manner in which Rebbe Nachman's corpus relates to every facet of the human experience, containing both ultimate chizzuk as well as ultimate mussar to keep us ever striving to grow closer to our Father in heaven. We talk about Reb Nosson's Likutei Tefillos and why it is such a uniquely special work, as well as begin to study Sichos HaRan 4 which discusses the concept of wealth and why attempting to attain great riches is usually accompanied by spiritual challenge. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #3: What Do We Really Know about Hashem's Mercy?(SH #3)

Jan 21, 2021

56:30

In this foundational shiur on Sichos HaRan #3, we explore the concept of the tzaddik's "eino yodeah", the loftiest level of his awareness, and how that translates into his compulsion to grant radical encouragement to even the greatest sinners. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #2: Don't Let Your Yiddishkeit Kill You (SH #2)

Jan 21, 2021

1:00:46

In this foundational shiur on Sichos HaRan #3 & 4, we explore the universal message of Breslover Chassidus and the manner in which Rebbe Nachman's corpus relates to every facet of the human experience, containing both ultimate chizzuk as well as ultimate mussar to keep us ever striving to grow closer to our Father in heaven. We talk about Reb Nosson's Likutei Tefillos and why it is such a uniquely special work, as well as begin to study Sichos HaRan 4 which discusses the concept of wealth and why attempting to attain great riches is usually accompanied by spiritual challenge. We hope you enjoy this shiur! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

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Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman #1: The Inexpressible Intimacy of a Passionate Yiddishkeit (SH #1)

Jan 21, 2021

58:59

The Lost Princess Initiative is excited to present the first installment in a brand-new series - "Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman of Breslov - Sefer Sichos HaRan", led by R' Yaakov Klein. In this foundational shiur on Sichos HaRan #1, we explore the secret of "Ki Ani Yadaati", the personal relationship with our Father in heaven yiddishkeit is intended to foster. Using teachings from the Berditchover, the Maor VaShemesh, Reb Tzadok HaKohen, and Reb Nosson, we delve deeply into the inexpressible nature of a spiritual romance and discover how to ensure that our yiddishkeit is fresh, passionate, and bursting with a spirit of renewal and excitement. We hope you enjoy this shiur and that you will join us on this weekly journey into the glorious world of Rebbe Nachman's teachings! Please remember to share with family and friends! Sponsorships for this series are still available. Please contact us for more information! Tizkeh l'mitzvos! EXPLORE ALL OF LPI'S LIFE-CHANGING CONTENT HERE: lpitorah.org/

Sichos HaRan: Class Trip with Rebbe Nachman

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