In this episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe continues his study of Shulchan Aruch Siman 44, focusing on Halachot 10–17 of Birkas Hamazon (Grace After Meals). He explains the order of insertions when Shabbos coincides with Rosh Chodesh, the rules for someone who is unsure whether they recited Birkas Hamazon, and the procedures for forgetting special additions like Retzei (Shabbos) or Yaaleh V'Yavo (Rosh Chodesh/Festivals). The discussion also covers compensatory blessings, differences in practice for women, extensions of meals across day changes, and related customs for Purim, Chanukah, and extending Shabbos. The episode provides practical guidance for properly fulfilling this important mitzvah.List of the Halachahs Discussed:Order of Retzei and Yaaleh V'Yavo when Shabbos falls on Rosh ChodeshReciting Birkas Hamazon when in doubt (especially if still satiated or after falling asleep mid-benching)Gender differences in doubt regarding Birkas Hamazon obligationForgetting Retzei, Yaaleh V'Yavo, or both — and the compensatory blessingsWhen to repeat Birkas Hamazon entirely versus adding a makeup blessingSpecial rules for the third Shabbos meal and Yom TovForgetting Al HaNissim on Chanukah or Purim (adding in the Harachaman section)Birkas Hamazon when a meal extends past nightfall (Shabbos ending, Rosh Chodesh beginning, etc.)Customs of extending Shabbos and including household members/workers in the blessingsThe episode concludes with a transition to the Ask Away #33. The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way. This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5This episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on February 22, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 13, 2026 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #Halacha, #Jewishlaw, #blessings, #Kitzur, #Halacha, #EverydayJudaism, #BirkatHamazon, #MayimAcharonim, #GraceAfterMeals, #TableEtiquette, #JewishDignity, #SelfControl ★ Support this podcast ★

In this Parsha Review Podcast episode on Parshas Bamidbar (always read right before Shavuot), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explains why this portion sets the perfect stage for receiving the Torah. The Jewish people are counted because they are precious to Hashem — like a person constantly checking valuable possessions. Bamidbar (“in the desert”) teaches that to receive the Torah we must be like the desert: thirsty for knowledge and humble, just as Mount Sinai was the lowliest mountain.The episode highlights the tribal flags and precise positioning around the Mishkan, pre-arranged by Yaakov Avinu, and vividly retells the awe-inspiring revelation at Sinai — thunder, lightning, the intensifying shofar, and the mountain smoking like a furnace. Rabbi Wolbe emphasizes the romantic metaphor: Hashem approached the Jewish people like a groom to his bride. He offered the Torah to all 70 nations first; they asked “What’s in it?” and refused once they heard the details. The Jews accepted immediately with “Na’aseh v’nishma” — no questions, full commitment.The sleeping episode before Matan Torah is explained as the people expecting a long process with the nations, and Rabbi Wolbe connects this to our own daily choice to say “yes” to the Torah anew. He stresses removing “exit signs” from our commitment, the origin of antisemitism at Sinai, and practical inspiration for deeper Shabbos observance and personal growth. This episode of the Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in honor of Lenny & Teresa FriedmanDownload & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on May 12, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 13, 2026 Subscribe: Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1651930083)Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/22lv1kXJob5ZNLaAl6CHTQ) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference! Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#Torah, #Parsha, #Numbers, #Bamidbar, #Shavuot, #MatanTorah, #Desert, #Humility, #SayYes, #JewishPride, #RenewYourYes ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode forty-one of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches U’Ma’amidu Al Ha’Emet — “stand firm on truth” or placing everything on truth. Truth is absolute, not subjective or multi-sided. In a world of compromise, political correctness, and “my truth,” the Torah demands unwavering commitment to reality and honesty, even when uncomfortable or unpopular.Rabbi Wolbe explains that every decision is a choice between life/good and death/evil (Deuteronomy 30). We must research questions thoroughly, avoid flippant answers, and admit “I don’t know” when appropriate. Compromise has its place (e.g., mezuzah on a slant for peace), but truth itself does not bend. He stresses personal responsibility: only you determine your life path; take ownership and make changes where needed. Torah is the ultimate source of truth — investigate it deeply rather than defaulting to convenience or societal pressure. Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on June 17,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 21, 2023The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode forty of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches Umachriyo L’Kaf Zechut — “judge others favorably” or tipping the scale toward merit. This means judging the entire person and the full context, not a single action or moment. We rarely see the complete backstory, struggles, or reasons behind someone’s behavior, so we must give the benefit of the doubt.Rabbi Wolbe shares a powerful story of a modest wedding that appeared extravagant, leading the community to judge the father harshly — until they learned the caterer was repaying a debt of gratitude for the man’s father saving his own father’s life during the Holocaust. The lesson: never judge on partial information. Everyone has a story, and assuming the best protects us from sin and builds better relationships.Key teachings include: be concerned for others as much as yourself; help carry burdens rather than add to them; and remember that judging favorably is an active choice and responsibility. The Mishnah guides us to see the good in every person and situation, fostering empathy, unity, and spiritual growth. Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on June 17,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 15, 2023The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode thirty-nine of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches Noseh Ba’ol Im Chaveiro — “carrying the burden with your friend” or empathy. True connection requires feeling another person’s struggles as if they were your own. This is not superficial sympathy but genuine empathy that bridges isolation and builds real relationships.Rabbi Wolbe explains that every human being is struggling with something — financial, emotional, health, or spiritual challenges. When we pay attention, learn names, observe moods, and truly listen, we can share those burdens. Empathy is the foundation for judging others favorably (the next way) and for elevating all relationships. Even small acts — a kind word, a smile, sitting silently with someone in pain — can make a profound difference. He notes that the best comfort often comes not from clever words but from shared presence and tears.Empathy transforms us from self-centered to part of a greater whole, reflecting the oneness of humanity and God’s creations. It is the practical expression of loving others as ourselves. Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on June 17,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 10, 2023The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In Ask Away #33, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe delivers inspiring and practical Torah guidance drawn from Parashat Mishpatim. The episode opens with profound lessons on overcoming hatred by helping an “enemy’s” animal — an act done for Hashem to foster peace and personal greatness. He beautifully expands on the meaning of chesed (kindness), teaching how to develop sensitivity to others’ unspoken needs, using wisdom from his grandfather Rabbi Shlomo Wolbe’s Aleí Shur.Listeners receive clear halachic direction on Shabbos observance — umbrellas, rain, scooters, tallisim, and muktza — balanced with warmth and encouragement for those exploring Shabbos. Rabbi Wolbe addresses dating in mid-life with optimism and community networking tips, then dives into the classic tension between material success and spiritual growth. Drawing heavily on Ramchal, he explains how to elevate money and worldly pursuits by making them serve Hashem rather than compete with Him. The session closes with empowering teachings on tzedakah, pre-committing charity, and the spiritual mechanics of generous giving.Throughout, Rabbi Wolbe blends deep Torah sources, personal stories, humor, and practical advice, leaving listeners motivated to grow in both middot (character) and halacha while staying connected to Hashem.Please submit your questions at [email protected] The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way. This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5This episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on February 15, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 10, 2026 Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Everyday Judaism PodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-judaism-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1600622789Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3AXCNcyKSVsaOLsLQsCN1CShare your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference! Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#AskAway, #Torah, #Halacha, #Q&A, #Jewish, #Halacha, #EverydayJudaism, #KosherLiving, #HonoringParents, #BirkatHamazon, #OlamHaba, #CommonSense, #JewishCommunity, #ThankYouHashem, #HalachaInPractice, #TORCHHouston, #ShabbosTable, #JewishMusic, #PikuachNefesh, ★ Support this podcast ★

Have you ever pondered the ancient paths that guide modern life? Embark with us on a spiritual journey through the Books of Leviticus and Numbers (Vayikra and Bamidbar), where commandments like kosher laws and the sanctity of speech intertwine to sculpt the route to holiness and spiritual connection. Our series, which scrutinizes the five books of the Torah over five weeks, reaches pivotal moments as we dissect the quintessential desert experience of the Jewish people within Numbers—a narrative steeped in struggle that mirrors the eternal Jewish condition. This episode sets the stage for Deuteronomy's crucial revisitation of Torah teachings, serving as a beacon for navigating the challenges and triumphs of contemporary existence.From the structured tribal encampments of biblical times to the cherished banners signifying unique identities, this episode draws intriguing parallels to today's quest for order and self-identity, akin to modern team affiliations. We probe the rich symbolism behind each tribe's ensign around the Tabernacle, highlighting the enduring need to instill pride and individuality in our communities and in our youth. The discourse extends to the Israelite census, sparking a compelling conversation around DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) that questions the equilibrium between inherent disparities and the aspiration for egalitarianism.Dive into the profound stories and interpretations that have molded Jewish thought for generations. We dissect the tales of Hannah, the ordeal of the Sotah, and the discipline of the Nazirite, extracting timeless wisdom on divine justice and personal devotion. The episodes of the ark's travels and the people's discontent with manna serve as potent reminders to cherish gratitude and acknowledge the Almighty's clear and visible guardianship. Join us for an inspirational session that will leave you enriched with lessons from the Torah, ready to face life's journey with a refreshed perspective.This episode is dedicated to Meira Wolbe & Shimon Prupas on their engagement!!Download & Print the Class Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1O3-lipTZyLSRnHs-IIdZLTB822LyuLwc?usp=sharingRecorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on February 27, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 1, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode thirty-eight of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches Ve’eino Sameach BeHora’ah — “do not delight in decision-making” (or avoid being hasty/casual in rulings). Every conscious moment involves decisions, and we must approach them with responsibility, research, and clarity rather than flippancy or emotion. The Torah presents a clear choice: “See, I have placed before you today life and good, death and evil… choose life.”Rabbi Wolbe urges thorough investigation before deciding on major life questions: How should I honor my parents? How do I maintain honesty in business? How do I care for humanity? Does God exist? Is there an afterlife? Do we have free will? Don’t act as a lawyer defending preconceived notions — be a judge seeking truth. Admit “I don’t know” when appropriate; it is a sign of wisdom. Only you determine your life path — take ownership and make changes where needed.Decisions shape destiny. Be deliberate, rational, and aligned with Torah values rather than rushing or defaulting to convenience. This way builds on earlier themes of balance, a good heart, and knowing your place, emphasizing thoughtful action as the foundation for a maximized, meaningful life. Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on June 17,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on February 20, 2023The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode thirty-seven of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches V’Lo Meigis Libo B’Talmudo — “do not become complacent or arrogant in your Torah study.” Torah learning is not a one-time achievement or a static body of knowledge; it demands constant review, fresh perspectives, and ongoing growth. Even the greatest sages like Rav Moshe Feinstein reviewed the entire Talmud over 100 times per cycle. Complacency dulls the mind and spirit, while consistent engagement brings deeper clarity, excitement, and connection to God.Rabbi Wolbe explains that the Torah path is like a ramp (not stairs) — you are either ascending or descending; stagnation is impossible. Each year we must approach familiar material with renewed vigor, creating new notes, finding new angles, and applying it to our current stage of life. Torah is life itself — treat it with the passion of a true love, never saying “I already know this.” He encourages challenging yourself annually, recognizing that every Jew can grow regardless of starting point, and maintaining the mindset that “God is the biggest believer in you” by granting another day to learn and improve. Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on June 17,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on February 14, 2023The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

Returning from Israel with a heart weighed down by the sorrow of losing my grandson, I find myself on a transformative journey through grief and resilience. This episode pulls you into a deeply personal exploration of how life's toughest challenges can provide profound opportunities for growth. Through the story of the Baal Shem Tov, we unravel the spiritual significance behind every life event, contemplating how even the briefest of lives can fulfill a sacred mission. It's a reflection on finding purpose amidst pain and the miraculous healing that Jewish customs offer in the aftermath of loss.We draw inspiration from the teaching that each soul holds equal value in the eyes of Hashem, regardless of life's struggles or perceived shortcomings. This profound insight encourages empathy and understanding, emphasizing that every individual's journey is unique and deserving of respect. As we navigate through personal anecdotes and spiritual teachings, the emphasis lies on the power of silence, the comfort of presence, and the unspoken support that can truly heal a grieving heart.This episode closes with a heartfelt tribute to the strength found within community and shared prayers. By recounting personal experiences, including the unexpected lesson from a missed flight, we learn to see life's challenges as divine messages meant to guide us. Together, we embrace the idea that our struggles can unite us, offering us avenues for growth and understanding. Through unity, gratitude, and faith, we aim to find the strength that only Hashem can provide, ultimately seeking meaning in even the most challenging circumstances. This episode (Ep 7.30) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Behar-Bechukosai is dedicated in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on May 30, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 30, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.tansistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #Torah, #Parsha, #Leviticus, #Grief, #Resilience, #LifeEvents, #SacredMission, #Purpose, #Pain, #Healing, #Loss, #Growth, #Empathy, #Understanding, #Silence, #Presence, #Support, #Community, #Struggles, #Psalms ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode thirty-six of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches U’mitrachek Min HaKavod — “run away from honor” or distancing oneself from seeking recognition and glory. While honor and respect are natural human needs, obsessively pursuing them harms spiritual growth, blocks genuine accomplishment, and leads to emptiness. True greatness comes from doing what is right regardless of applause or criticism.Rabbi Wolbe stresses respecting others deeply: a husband must honor his wife more than himself; a teacher must honor students as himself; and we must protect the dignity of family and community. He shares personal examples, including his father’s blunt honesty and his own rabbi’s fierce defense of students. Seeking external validation keeps us from authentic living — focus instead on fulfilling your mission for Hashem. Run after honor and it flees; flee honor and it pursues you. Know your priorities, maintain self-dignity without showmanship, and let actions speak louder than titles or recognition. Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on June 14,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on February 13, 2023The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH in Houston explores Parshas Shemini, focusing on the inauguration of the Mishkan (Tabernacle) and the tragic death of Nadav and Avihu, sons of Aaron, who offered an “alien fire” not commanded by God. Their deaths highlight the severe consequences of deviating from Hashem’s precise instructions, yet Aaron’s silent acceptance demonstrates profound trust and submission to divine judgment. Immediately afterward, God commands Aaron and the Kohanim not to enter the Temple service while intoxicated with wine, so they can clearly distinguish between sacred and profane, pure and impure.Rabbi Wolbe extends this lesson beyond the Kohanim: Torah teachers and rabbis are also forbidden from teaching while drunk, as intoxication blurs the ability to transmit God’s message accurately. Studying and teaching Torah is a direct line of communication between heaven and earth, just like the Temple service. He stresses returning to basics—prayer as heartfelt communication with God, blessings as rabbinic tools built on biblical foundations, and the importance of clarity in halacha rather than adding unnecessary stringencies or blurring lines (e.g., kosher “cheeseburger” innovations or acapella music during the Omer).The episode encourages practical clarity in Jewish life: don’t drive to shul on Shabbos (a biblical prohibition outweighs the rabbinic ideal of minyan), build communities around synagogues and Mikvaot, and avoid confusion in observance. Rabbi Wolbe reminds listeners that Torah study connects us directly to God’s will, urging us to pursue it with a clear mind and heart for a meaningful Shabbos. This episode of the Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in honor of Lenny & Teresa FriedmanDownload & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on May 1, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 7, 2026 Subscribe: Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1651930083)Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/22lv1kXJob5ZNLaAl6CHTQ) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference! Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#Torah, #Parsha, #Leviticus, #Shemini, #NadavAvihu, #Clarity, #Drunk, #Intoxication ★ Support this podcast ★

In this Parsha Review Podcast episode on the double portion Behar-Bechukotai, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores the profound lessons of the Sabbatical year (Shemitah) and Jubilee (Yovel). The Torah commands a complete year off from agricultural work every seven years, requiring total trust (bitachon) in Hashem, who promises miraculous provision through a triple blessing in the sixth year. This highlights divine authorship of the Torah, as no human could guarantee such future-oriented miracles. The Jubilee further resets land ownership, returning properties to original tribal families.Rabbi Wolbe emphasizes the Torah’s prohibition against verbal pain (ona’as devarim) — even a hurtful remark violates a biblical command — and connects it to fearing Hashem and observing His laws for secure dwelling in the Land. He addresses the reasons for exile, reconciling Shemitah neglect with broader commandment violations through the Talmudic teaching that the Torah was given not to perfect angels but to imperfect humans facing real challenges.The episode culminates in a powerful call to productive toil: just as the ant never stops working, we must channel our labor toward spiritual growth during Shemitah (toiling in Torah), maintain life balance, avoid time-wasters like addictive social media, and emulate disciplined productivity. True success comes from trusting Hashem, recalibrating values, and producing rather than merely consuming. This episode of the Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in honor of Lenny & Teresa FriedmanDownload & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on May 5, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 7, 2026 Subscribe: Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1651930083)Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/22lv1kXJob5ZNLaAl6CHTQ) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference! Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#Torah, #Parsha, #Leviticus, #BeharBechukotai, #Shemitah, #Bitachon, #Productivity, #Trust, #JewishGrowth, #Reset, #Toil ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode thirty-five of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches Ohev Et HaTochachot — “love criticism” or loving rebuke. A wise person welcomes criticism because it provides a perspective they are blind to, helping them perfect themselves and avoid pitfalls. Criticism, when done with love and properly, is one of the greatest gifts one can receive — even if the delivery is imperfect, focus on the merit of the message.Rabbi Wolbe stresses the Torah obligation from Leviticus 19:17: do not hate your fellow in your heart, but rebuke them constructively so you do not bear sin on their account. Criticize the action, not the person (especially important with children). Be grateful to those who care enough to point out flaws, as it can save lives and elevate character. For the critic, the goal must be improvement, not shaming. Love of criticism is a hallmark of wisdom and a key tool for maximizing personal growth and spiritual success. Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on June 10,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on February 7, 2023The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In this Everyday Judaism episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches Kitzur Shulchan Aruch Siman 44: Laws of Birkat Hamazon (Grace After Meals) and Mayim Acharonim (final hand-washing after the meal).Key Halachot:Mayim Acharonim — Wash hands before Birkat Hamazon (remove grease/dirt; avoid sharp salt entering eyes). Leader washes first. Wash into vessel or under table (not on ground—spirit of impurity rests on these waters). Dry hands thoroughly. No unnecessary interruption between washing and blessing.Table setup — Keep bread and tablecloth on table during Birkat Hamazon (shows abundance; provides vessel for blessing). Remove/cover knives (table = altar; iron shortens life, altar lengthens it). On Shabbos/Yom Tov, no need to cover knives (no Satan influence).Recitation — Birkat Hamazon must be said sitting (with awe/reverence, wearing jacket/hat for yiras shamayim). If delayed beyond digestion time (~72 min), still recite if continued eating or didn't leave table. If left table: return if bread remains; otherwise recite where you are.Spiritual depth — Birkat Hamazon thanks Hashem for sustenance; leaving bread shows abundance and creates vessel for blessing. Meals are for bonding, dignity, and self-control.The rabbi stresses: food is a divine gift—eat with gratitude, dignity, and focus. Personal story illustrates self-control at Kiddush. The episode concludes with a transition to the Ask Away #33. The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way. This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5This episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on February 15, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 6, 2026 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #Halacha, #Jewishlaw, #blessings, #Kitzur, #Halacha, #EverydayJudaism, #BirkatHamazon, #MayimAcharonim, #GraceAfterMeals, #TableEtiquette, #JewishDignity, #SelfControl ★ Support this podcast ★

Immerse yourself in the essence of Torah and transform your life! Our latest episode promises to uncover the profound significance of Parshas Bechukosai, where we journey beyond mere mitzvah observance to the very heart of Torah study. Through insightful commentary from Rashi and an evocative parable by the Chofetz Chaim, we explore how Torah is not just a set of rules, but a divine language and the very fabric of our lives. Discover how the blessings recited each morning can deepen your connection to this sacred study and inspire you to make Torah an integral part of your daily existence.In a touching segment, hear a moving bar mitzvah tradition that underscores the power of self-driven Torah study over seeking miraculous blessings. Guided by the wisdom of a humble grandfather, we highlight that becoming a Torah scholar is within reach for anyone willing to dedicate themselves to learning. We share personal anecdotes and stories that celebrate the inclusive nature of the Talmud, encouraging every Jew to embrace Torah as their rightful inheritance and find personal connections to great scholars, making Jewish knowledge accessible to all earnest seekers.Our episode also emphasizes the invaluable practice of independent study in understanding Halachah, Jewish Law, drawing from a poignant story about a grandfather's advice to his grandson. Learn how researching halachic questions independently enriches one's knowledge and application of Jewish law, supplemented by reflections on studying under Rabbi Yitzchak Berkowitz. We conclude with a powerful message of perseverance in teaching and learning, illustrated through personal stories. Tune in to grasp the urgency of our mission from a Torah perspective, urging continuous learning and spiritual growth to elevate our lives.This episode (Ep 6.33) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Bechukosai is dedicated in Honor of Shloime & Mushky Zionce & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on May 28, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 29, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode thirty-four of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches Ohev Et HaMeisharim — “love the straight path.” This way calls us to embrace simplicity, honesty, moral clarity, and straightforward living rather than complicated, crooked, or politically correct detours. The Torah itself is straight and simple — follow it directly without overcomplicating or bending truth to suit desires.Rabbi Wolbe emphasizes that “straight” means doing the right thing even when unpopular, avoiding exaggeration or white lies (a lie is a lie), and maintaining clear moral boundaries in a confused world. He shares personal examples of his father’s blunt honesty and the importance of not disparaging others who choose differently, while still upholding our own standards. Environment matters: surround yourself with straight, positive influences.The Torah path is accessible to everyone — not just scholars. Keep learning simple when needed, focus on personal growth, and remember that loving the straight path brings clarity, integrity, and true alignment with God’s will. Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on June 10,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on January 29, 2023The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

Embark on a spiritual exploration with us as we uncover the timeless wisdom of Parsha Behar, a treasure trove of lessons on faith and resilience anchored in the practices of the sabbatical and jubilee years. Unravel the mystery of why these commandments were given to our ancestors and us in the desert, and let's reflect together on the Shemitah year—a divine reminder that all we possess is a generous gift from Hashem. Our conversation will weave through historical events, such as the recent miraculous protection of Israel, to illuminate the profound impact of these ancient laws on our contemporary understanding of divine providence and trust.Be inspired by the tale of a secular kibbutz whose leap into observing the sabbatical year brought about an unexpected harvest of faith and fortune. As we discuss their experience and the resulting bounty that defied their skepticism, we reaffirm the spiritual principle that gratitude and recognition of the divine imbue our daily lives with deeper meaning. Through the lens of Joseph's interpretation of Pharaoh's dreams, we'll confront the allure of worldly assurances and rediscover the essence of Jewish identity—finding strength in life's uncertainties through an unwavering faith in Hashem. Join us for this journey steeped in tradition and rich with insight, as we celebrate the resilience that defines our spiritual heritage.This episode (Ep 6.32) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Behar is dedicated in Honor of Levi & Leah Netzer on the engagement of our children & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on May 21, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 22, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode thirty-three of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches Ehov Et HaTzedek — “love the righteous” and love righteousness. After discussing love of God and love of humanity, this way focuses on actively loving goodness, justice, moral straightness, and the pleasure of doing what is right.Rabbi Wolbe explains that the Torah presents a clear binary choice (Deuteronomy 30:15-16): life/good versus death/evil. God urges us to “choose life” by following His commandments, walking in His ways, and finding joy in righteousness. Obligations and mitzvot are not burdens — they are the path to true fulfillment and maximized pleasure. When we commit to goodness, even when it is not our natural inclination, we actualize our potential and experience deeper satisfaction.He encourages reaffirming moral clarity in a confused world: call evil what it is (theft, murder, etc.), model values for children, and obligate yourself to positive actions. Personal stories illustrate forcing oneself to give first (e.g., snacks in yeshiva) to break selfishness and the importance of celebrating small victories in goodness. Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on June 10,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on January 24, 2023The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In this special Lag B'Omer episode of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe celebrates the 33rd day of the Omer (18 Iyar) as the yahrzeit of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai (Rashbi), one of the greatest Tanaim and author of the Zohar. The Talmud hints to him via “Hamin ha’etz” (same letters as Haman) from the Tree of Knowledge—both represent focusing on what we lack instead of appreciating what we have.Rashbi’s life story includes:Student of Rabbi Akiva; one of five who re-established Torah after the plague that killed 24,000 students.Hid in a cave for 12 years (with his son Elazar) surviving on carobs and water, studying Torah with Eliyahu HaNavi—emerging with unparalleled mystical wisdom.His teachings emphasize loving fellow Jews, the power of a good name, and the three crowns (Torah, priesthood, royalty), with the crown of a good name excelling above all.Customs for the day include bonfires (commemorating his fiery spirit and the heavenly fire at his funeral), bows and arrows (no rainbow appeared in his lifetime, symbolizing high spirituality), music, outings, haircuts for three-year-olds, and charity at his gravesite in Meron. The rabbi highlights Rashbi’s power to free the world from judgment and the immense merit of praying at his tomb. Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on May 9, 2023, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 9, 2023 Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #LagBOmer, #RabbiShimonBarYochai, #Rashbi, #Zohar, #Meron, #Bonfires, #OmerCustoms, #JewishMysticism, #TorahLegacy, #KiddushHashem ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode thirty-two of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches Ahavat HaBriyot — “love of humanity” or loving all creations. This way builds directly on the previous teachings about being loved by others and loving God, showing that love must expand outward to every person.Rabbi Wolbe explains that the Torah command “Love your fellow as yourself” requires us first to love and truly know ourselves, then to extend that love generously to others. Love is fundamentally giving — the more selflessly we invest in relationships, the deeper and more fulfilling they become. See the unique virtue and potential in every human being (even if you have to dig for it), compliment sincerely, prioritize family, and actively pursue peace like Aaron HaKohen.Key teachings include: love moves us from the narrow “me” to the expansive “we”; disagreements are normal but should never cancel love — use them to strengthen bonds; every person is a unique world created by God; and loving humanity opens opportunities, brings joy, and helps us realize our own potential. When we focus on giving rather than receiving, love naturally reflects back. Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on June 7,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on August 14, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In Ask Away #32, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe addresses a wide range of practical and philosophical Jewish questions from listeners and attendees. The session opens with honoring parents while maintaining personal autonomy (especially regarding baby naming), then moves into detailed halachic guidance on blessings for meals, snacks, and complex foods like soups. Rabbi Wolbe explains why the Torah only hints at Olam Haba (to preserve free will and because of Hashem’s inherent love), offers clear kosher guidelines for liquors and flavored spirits, and provides reassuring advice on kitchen mix-ups and Jewish community safety in Houston.He also delivers thoughtful responses on deeper topics, such as proposing “common sense” as a modern 11th Commandment, the balance between Torah study and mitzvot/good deeds (emphasizing closeness to Hashem as the ultimate goal), and navigating contemporary culture through uplifting Jewish content. Throughout, Rabbi Wolbe blends practical halacha, personal stories, humor, and inspiration, encouraging listeners to grow in observance while staying connected to Hashem.Please submit your questions at [email protected] The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way. This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5This episode of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on February 8, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 3, 2026 Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Everyday Judaism PodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-judaism-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1600622789Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3AXCNcyKSVsaOLsLQsCN1CShare your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference! Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#AskAway, #Torah, #Halacha, #Q&A, #Jewish, #Halacha, #EverydayJudaism, #KosherLiving, #HonoringParents, #BirkatHamazon, #OlamHaba, #CommonSense, #JewishCommunity, #ThankYouHashem, #HalachaInPractice, #TORCHHouston, #ShabbosTable, #JewishMusic, #PikuachNefesh, ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode thirty-one of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches Ahavat HaMakom — “love of God” and loving His presence in the world. Building on the previous way (being loved by others), this way focuses on reciprocating God’s endless love by actively seeking and appreciating His kindness, wisdom, and gifts in every aspect of creation.Rabbi Wolbe explains that the commandment to “love Hashem your God with all your heart” is fulfilled by investigating and recognizing what God does for us constantly — from the miracle of every breath and the beauty of a sunset to the intricate design of the human body and the galaxies. The more we immerse ourselves in God’s world and truth, the more natural and profound our love for Him becomes. He stresses that love is about giving and connection: just as we love those who do good for us, seeing God’s constant benevolence makes love for Him inevitable.Key points include: use unstructured personal prayer (hishtadlut) to thank God, ask, and share dreams; every pleasure can be traced back to its Divine source; God resides where there is peace and love, not strife; and loving God’s “place” means loving His creations, His Torah, and the path of peace. Rabbi Wolbe encourages daily utterances of “I love You, Hashem. Thank You,” turning ordinary moments into expressions of love and connection. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio A on June 7,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on August 12, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode on Parshas Emor, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores the spiritual themes of holiness and continuity. He highlights Pesach Sheni (14 Iyar) as Hashem’s gift of second chances for those who were impure or too far to bring the Korban Pesach on 14 Nisan — teaching that it’s never too late to correct course, reconnect with Hashem, and fulfill mitzvos. The parsha also introduces the Omer count, beginning “the day after Shabbos” (Mimacharas HaShabbos), not a fixed calendar date. This emphasizes carrying Pesach’s holiness and emunah forward — the inspiration doesn’t end when Pesach does; it infuses the coming weeks until Shavuot, like helium sustaining a balloon if we don’t let it leak.Rabbi Wolbe stresses intentional living: infuse every mitzvah with passion so its effect lasts the full year. Just as Shabbos carries into the week (Mimacharas HaShabbos), Pesach’s redemption should propel us toward receiving the Torah. Customs like eating leftover matzah on Pesach Sheni and omitting Tachanun reinforce this continuity. The message: never despair — Hashem always offers renewal, and we must keep the spiritual “helium” flowing through consistent avodah. This episode of the Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in honor of Lenny & Teresa FriedmanDownload & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on May 1, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 1, 2026 Subscribe: Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1651930083)Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/22lv1kXJob5ZNLaAl6CHTQ) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference! Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#Torah, #Parsha, #Leviticus, #Emor, #PesachSheni, #14Iyar, #SecondChances, #OmerCount, #PesachToShavuot, #ShabbosInspiration, #SpiritualRenewal, #MitzvahPassion, #HashemsMercy ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode thirty of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches Ahuv — “to be loved by others.” The way to be loved is simple yet profound: love others first. Our sages teach k’mayim panim el panim — just as water reflects a face, so too does kindness and love reflect back. The more you give love, the more you receive it.Rabbi Wolbe explains that love is fundamentally about giving, not taking. In marriage, parenting, and friendships, the more selflessly you invest, the deeper the bond and the greater the returned love. Recognize the good others do for you (Hakarat HaTov), thank them, and compliment sincerely — this raises people to live up to the positive image you set. Children especially rise (or fall) to the expectations and words spoken over them.He emphasizes opening your heart: when you focus on giving rather than receiving, relationships flourish and true happiness follows. The generation’s self-centered “me-first” mindset blocks love, while shifting to “how can I give?” transforms life. Ultimately, being loved flows naturally from becoming a source of love, kindness, and positivity to those around you. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio A on June 7,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on August 10, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode on Parshas Kedoshim (the holiness parsha), Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe focuses on Leviticus 19:17–18: "Do not hate your brother in your heart... You shall surely rebuke your fellow... and do not bear sin because of him," followed by "Love your fellow as yourself — I am Hashem." He explains that hatred must be expressed (not suppressed), but rebuke (tochacha) is only a mitzvah when it will be accepted; otherwise, it's a mitzvah not to rebuke (Yevamos). Embarrassing someone publicly is like "spilling their blood" — a grave sin. True rebuke comes from love ("achicha" — your brother), requires the right time, place, and words, and is often more effective through hugs and positivity than harsh criticism (especially with children).Rabbi Wolbe stresses that parents (and all of us) must see others' blind spots and correct with care, as Hashem corrects those He loves. Holiness means rising above natural self-interest to genuinely love and elevate others — not by putting them down, but by helping them grow. This is the path to true kedushah (holiness), mirroring Hashem's ways. This episode of the Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in honor of Lenny & Teresa FriedmanDownload & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on April 28, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 1, 2026 Subscribe: Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1651930083)Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/22lv1kXJob5ZNLaAl6CHTQ) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference! Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#Torah, #Parsha, #Leviticus, #Kedoshim, #BeHoly, #Tochacha, #LoveYourFellow, #VahavtaLreiacha, #Rebuke, #HolyLiving, #AhavatYisrael, #LashonHara, #Kedushah ★ Support this podcast ★

Can the steady glow of the menorah illuminate the path to spiritual growth and resilience? Join us as we unravel the profound themes of consistency and persistence in Torah study, using Parsha Emor as our guide. We draw powerful parallels between the continuous light of the menorah and the routines we cultivate in our spiritual lives. Much like our meals nourish our bodies, a consistent schedule of Torah study and daily prayer feeds our souls, nurturing spiritual growth. The techniques from James Clear's "Atomic Habits" are highlighted, offering practical strategies for integrating new habits into our existing routines, emphasizing the transformative power of small, steady changes.As we explore the essence of persistence, the phrase "Sheva Yipol Tzaddik V'kam" reminds us of the resilience needed to rise after falling. This episode encourages you to embrace both consistency and perseverance in your spiritual journey, ensuring the Torah remains a vibrant force in your life. As Shabbos approaches, consider how these themes can be woven into your daily practices, keeping the fire of Torah burning brightly. We hope this discussion inspires you and provides the strength needed to maintain an unwavering connection with the Torah. This episode (Ep 7.29) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Emor is dedicated in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on May 16, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 16, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.tansistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #Torah, #Parsha, #Leviticus, #TorahStudy, #Consistency, #Persistence, #Menorah ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode twenty-nine of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches Ve’eino Machzik Tova L’Atzmo — “do not take credit for yourself” or “do not praise yourself.” Arrogance is claiming credit for gifts and achievements that truly belong to Hashem. The Mishnah warns us that taking pride in things we did not earn blocks further growth, closes us off to new ideas, and damages relationships. No one enjoys being around a show-off.Rabbi Wolbe explains the critical difference: a humble person recognizes their talents as gifts from above, while an arrogant person sees them as self-made. True praise belongs to hard-earned character traits and fear of Heaven (yirat shamayim), not external gifts like beauty, voice, or success. King Solomon’s “Eishes Chayil” teaches that grace and beauty are false to praise (they are unearned), but a God-fearing person who works on their character is truly praiseworthy.Key lessons include: everything ultimately comes from Hashem (“Hashem malach ge’us lavesh” — God wears the garment of pride); running after honor makes it flee, while fleeing honor draws it near; maintain constant awareness that we are only travelers in this world; and avoid self-praise so we remain open to growth and connection with others and with God. The episode reinforces humility as essential for maximizing life and true spiritual success. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio A on May 31,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on August 8, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In this short, uplifting episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explains Pesach Sheni (14 Iyar), the "second Passover" opportunity for those who were ritually impure (e.g., contact with a corpse) or too far away to bring the Korban Pesach on 14 Nisan. He highlights the Torah's message of second chances — no one is ever "too late" to correct course, reconnect with Hashem, or fulfill a mitzvah. The story of Mishael and Eltzaphan (who became impure handling Nadav and Avihu's bodies) shows how passion for mitzvot, channeled correctly, leads to asking Hashem for solutions.Rabbi Wolbe draws powerful lessons: (1) Always a new beginning — today is your chance to start over; (2) Bring passion and fire to mitzvot (learn from Nadav/Avihu's exuberance but do it right); (3) Personally declare "Hine Elokeinu Zeh" — make knowledge of Hashem your own, not just inherited. Customs include eating leftover matzah and omitting Tachanun. The episode ends with a call to live with clarity, passion, and personal connection to Hashem, especially as we count the Omer toward Shavuot. Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on May 2, 2023, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 4, 2023 Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In this Parsha Review on Tazria-Metzora, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe explores tzara’at (a leprosy-like affliction) as a spiritual consequence of lashon hara (slander), not a contagious disease. The afflicted must tear clothes, grow hair long, cover their mouth, announce “Tamei, Tamei” (I am contaminated), and isolate outside the camp—mirroring how they separated others through negative speech.Key lessons:Lashon hara separates — Speaking negatively about someone distances them from their spouse, family, or community; the punishment forces the speaker to experience isolation.Community & unity — Don’t isolate; be part of a congregation (beit knesset = place of gathering). The Jewish people received the Torah as “one nation, one soul.” Synagogues and study halls are miniature Temples for nurturing relationships with God and others.Practical speech — Avoid negative talk entirely. When warning about potential harm (e.g., a swindler), do so discreetly without details or slander (“I would not approach this”—enough for intelligent people to understand). Media, anonymous sources, and public shaming are modern lashon hara pitfalls.Jewish pride — In Egypt, Jews kept distinct names, language, and dress—yet found favor because Hashem granted it. Don’t assimilate or hide identity (yarmulke, tzitzit, tefillin) to gain favor; authentic Judaism draws divine chen (favor).Modern application — Small acts of unity and positive speech build community; isolation weakens us. Torah is practical—apply lessons to daily life (media consumption, relationships, self-improvement).The Torah calls us to elevate speech, foster unity, and live proudly Jewish—small, consistent improvements create lasting impact. This episode of the Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in honor of Lenny & Teresa FriedmanDownload & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on April 28, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on April 30, 2026 Subscribe: Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1651930083)Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/22lv1kXJob5ZNLaAl6CHTQ) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference! Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#Torah, #Parsha, #Leviticus, #TazriaMetzora, #LashonHara, #Tzaraat, #JewishUnity, #JewishPride, #Community, #SpeechEthics, #AvoidSlander ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode twenty-eight of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches Ha’oseh Siyag L’Dvarav — “making a fence around your words” (and by extension, around your life). Just as we build protective fences around dangerous things (nuclear plants, guns, etc.), we must create intentional boundaries to safeguard our speech, eyes, time, family, and values from negative influences.Rabbi Wolbe explains that boundaries are essential for maximizing pleasure and success in every area. Without them, we lose appreciation (going to the beach every day stops being special), fall into bad habits (foul language from coworkers, endless scrolling), or expose ourselves and our children to harm. He stresses protecting innocence like we protect valuables — limit apps, use screen-time controls, avoid certain environments (e.g., Las Vegas as “Sin City”), and be cautious with media and influences.Additional teachings include: pre-marital counseling/therapy as a wise boundary for marriage (especially for those over 30); knowing good vs. evil clearly; learning from mistakes only to improve the future; and recognizing that “the second look costs.” The definition of insanity is repeating the same action while expecting different results. Children absorb what they hear and see at home — set the right example. Ultimately, boundaries are not restrictions but strategic tools that allow us to live with clarity, self-control, and true freedom. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio A on May 31,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on July 24, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

As parents we navigate the highs and lows of parenting, learning firsthand that the lessons we impart on our children resonate far beyond our words. In the midst of unpacking Parshas Emor, we stumble upon a profound truth in the redundancy of a Leviticus verse, as interpreted by Rashi: our obligation to actively educate our kids. In this episode we share not only the theoretical frameworks but also the heartfelt moments from our own journeys—like the nuanced dance of leading by example and the impact of our every action on our impressionable little ones. When we consider the metaphor of the firstborn's double inheritance, it becomes clear that the pioneering path of parenting our eldest is a mixture of trial, error, and invaluable learning that shapes our family legacy.Yet, the true essence of this episode lies in the power of owning our mistakes. We recount times when we've had to ask my own children for forgiveness, moments that have been both humbling and enlightening. These stories serve as a testament to the beauty in our imperfections, the courage in accountability, and the alignment with the divine principles that guide our lives. As we move through the discussion, it's our hope that you'll find inspiration in the endless journey of personal development and spiritual alignment, a path marked by continual growth and the pursuit of righteousness—a legacy we strive to pass down to our children. Join us for a candid exploration of what it means to be a parent in the fullest sense, and how we can embrace the challenge as the greatest gift of all.This episode (Ep 6.31) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Emor is dedicated in Honor of Dovi Wolbe & Adina Netzer on their Engagement & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on May 17, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 17, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode twenty-seven of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches HaSameach B’Chelko — “happy/content with one’s portion.” This is one of the most vital traits for our generation, where material abundance coexists with record levels of depression and anxiety. True happiness does not come from having more, but from appreciating and being grateful for what we already have.Rabbi Wolbe explains that people today — even those on government assistance — live with more comforts than kings had centuries ago, yet they remain miserable because they focus on what they lack rather than what they possess. Consumerism, window shopping, and constant comparison fuel endless chasing after the next “fix,” which provides only temporary dopamine before the craving returns. The key is daily gratitude: say “thank you” to Hashem constantly, aim for the 100 blessings a day we are commanded to recite, and maintain a personal list of things you are grateful for.He shares a powerful personal story of a wealthy student who transformed from misery to joy after being assigned to write and daily recite 50 things he was thankful for. Happiness is an attitude and a discipline, not a destination or external circumstance. Negative people and environments drag us down, while focusing on blessings creates confidence, optimism, and fulfillment. Ultimately, being content with our portion allows us to enjoy life’s gifts without being enslaved by endless desire. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 24,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on July 22, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 3.8) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Emor offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah.00:00 Introduction00:10 Parsha Summary07:10 Important LessonsThis Parsha Review episode is dedicated in Honor of Bobbi Asarch & Linda Friedberg!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharing*****To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwolJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesPlease send your questions, comments and even your stories relating to this parsha to [email protected] visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php.Thank you!For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.comRecorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on May 2,  2023, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 2, 2023 ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode twenty-six of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches Ha'Makir Et Mekomo — “to know your place.” This is a foundational principle for a successful, meaningful life: understanding where we stand in every situation, especially in our relationship with Hashem. When you are in charge, know you are in charge. When you are not, know you are not. Knowing your place brings clarity, humility, and proper action.Rabbi Wolbe stresses the importance of personal introspection — taking time alone to speak directly and unstructured with Hashem: thank Him, ask of Him, and share your hopes, dreams, and aspirations. In marriage, family, business, and community, everyone must know their responsibilities so harmony can exist. We must know ourselves before entering deep relationships, and we must know our unique purpose in this world — Hashem placed each of us here for a specific mission no one else can fulfill.Key teachings include: we are only travelers passing through this world (like the Chofetz Chaim who saw himself as always traveling and therefore did not accumulate); write a personal and family mission statement and review it regularly; recognize that politicians and the honored in this world are often the lowest in the next, while the humble and trampled-upon are elevated; and understand that the world is “upside down” compared to how we perceive it. Knowing your place with your Creator gives direction, prevents arrogance, and allows you to fulfill your unique role with confidence and joy. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 24,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on July 17, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode twenty-five of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches B’Kabbalat HaYisurim — “accepting pain” or “receiving suffering.” No pain, no gain is a fundamental principle of growth. Every truly valuable thing in life — children, marriage, Torah, Eretz Yisrael, Olam HaBa — comes with a price tag of effort and discomfort. According to the pain is the reward (“lefum tzara agra”).Rabbi Wolbe explains that pain is an essential ingredient for real pleasure and achievement. We must learn to welcome it as a necessary byproduct of growth rather than running from it. Let children experience healthy failure so they develop resilience and the drive to fight harder next time. Pain is temporary, but the results and character it builds are permanent. Historical examples show that the Jewish people often rose to their greatest heights precisely during times of difficulty and exile — like an olive that yields its finest oil only when crushed.Key teachings include: confront reality, find pleasure within the pain, and use suffering as fuel for growth; Moshe Rabbeinu was chosen because he felt the pain of others — we must do the same and not ignore suffering around us; make a list of things you fear and overcome them; and remember that toiling without immediate success is still valuable because the reward is pending. We should not seek unnecessary pain, but when it comes, accept and channel it toward greater merit and closeness to Hashem. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 24,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on July 14, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode twenty-four of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches B’Emunat Chachamim — “with belief/faith in the wise” or valuing wisdom. Building on way #10 (serving the wise), this way emphasizes actively seeking, valuing, and believing in wisdom in every area of life — not only Torah, but also technology, parenting, marriage, business, medicine, and more.Rabbi Wolbe explains that the world has always had distractions (even before smartphones and social media), yet King Solomon’s advice remains: seek wisdom like buried treasure. The first step is deciding you want truth and will not settle for less. Make for yourself teachers and experts in every field you need (“aseh lecha rav” applies broadly). Learn to think like a scholar by studying sources deeply, as his rebbe taught with source sheets before class.He highlights the unbroken chain of Torah transmission from Moses at Sinai to today and the unique power of the Jewish people to derive all wisdom from Torah (even concepts like pi appear in the Talmud). The Chazon Ish’s precise surgical diagram drawn on a napkin is a striking example: deep Torah knowledge can illuminate modern fields when properly applied.Practical guidance includes: listen to your parents and elders (white hair is an “information center”); be bothered by ignorance and time-wasting content so you are motivated to seek real wisdom; know what you are living (and willing to die) for; and recognize that Jews should look to Judaism as the ultimate source of wisdom. In our “Generation I” (self-centered, “me-first” culture), the greatest mistake is thinking we already know everything — instead, humbly seek those wiser than us and let their wisdom enter our souls. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio A on May 24,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on July 10, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode twenty-three of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches Tov Lev — “with a good heart.” This quality is the engine that drives all other positive traits and actions. The Shema’s command to love God “with all your heart” (b’chol levavcha) refers to the two inclinations battling within us: the yetzer tov (good inclination) and the yetzer hara (evil inclination). We must consciously choose the good heart every day.Rabbi Wolbe explains that a good heart brings clarity and virtue to everything else we do. Before every decision, we should ask: What does my soul want versus what does my body want? The yetzer hara pushes for immediate comfort or pleasure (chocolate cake, procrastination, TV), while the soul yearns for growth, wisdom, and connection to God. In Pirkei Avot, when the students were asked for the best way a person should conduct himself, Rabbi Elazar ben Arach answered “a good heart,” and that was deemed the correct response because a good heart energizes and perfects all other traits.Key teachings include: do not get caught up in the facade of the world (beautiful cars or walls hide twisted metal and wires underneath); resist the “I” generation’s self-centered culture that cannot tolerate differing opinions; learn to appreciate small steps forward and differences in others; let children experience healthy failure so they learn to push themselves; be proactive about filling life with good deeds and emulating God; and constantly evaluate priorities — money versus happiness, comfort versus growth.Rabbi Wolbe reminds us that the heart inspires action while the body performs it. A good heart keeps us aligned with our true mission, helps us discern real from fake, and ensures that even when we fall (the righteous fall seven times and rise), we get back up with renewed direction. Ultimately, having a “tov lev” is the key to maximizing life and achieving true happiness. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio A on May 24,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on July 8, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

Unlock the secrets to cultivating a life of holiness and self-discipline as we are guided through the ancient wisdom of Parshas Kedoshim. Prepare to be inspired by how incorporating self-restraint into your daily routine can elevate your spiritual existence, reflecting the divine. This episode delves into the Torah's call for the Children of Israel to be holy and how this directive is as relevant today as ever. We explore the sage advice on sanctifying ourselves by exercising control even in permissible indulgences, drawing upon the exemplary life of the Chofetz Chaim and the practice of "Taanis HaReivid." Personal anecdotes shed light on the formative impact of kosher laws from a tender age, demonstrating the far-reaching implications of self-control and the understanding of boundaries within our society.Embark on a transformative journey to understanding the value of boundaries and how to impart this crucial life lesson to our children. We discuss the halachic rule preventing children from sitting in their father's seat as more than a mere directive; it's a foundational concept in fostering respect and self-restraint. We touch upon the principle of "Kadesh Atzmecha B'mutar Lach," advocating for the voluntary addition of restrictions to enhance personal holiness. This episode isn't just about rules; it's a heartfelt plea for daily self-improvement, whether you're a seeker of spiritual growth or someone looking to instill timeless values in the next generation, this conversation offers profound insights for a life led with purpose and reverence.This episode (Ep 6.30) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Kedoshim is dedicated in Honor of Dovi Wolbe & Adina Netzer on their Engagement & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on May 17, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 17, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode twenty-two of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches Erech Apayim — “slow to anger” or “control your anger” (patience and acceptance of frustration). This is the final “limited” way before shifting to positive character traits. We must accept that things do not always go our way, embrace differences, and learn to appreciate opinions that differ from our own.Rabbi Wolbe identifies the core problem of our generation as the “I” culture — everything is about “me” (iPhone, iPad, etc.). This self-centeredness leads to intolerance: if I don’t like your opinion, I can hurt or damage you. As Jews, we are meant to be a light unto the nations by showing how to live with warmth and friendship despite deep differences in religious, political, or philosophical views.Anger is likened to idol worship in the Talmud because it allows another power to take control. It often stems from a lack of bitachon (trust in Hashem). Everything comes from God, and challenges are tailor-made for us — only we can handle our specific tests. A person should habitually say, “The world was created for me” (bishvili nivra ha’olam), realizing their challenges were designed perfectly for their growth.Practical teachings include making small adjustments like the trim on an airplane to stay on course amid changing winds; learning patience from Rav Preida, who explained a lesson 400 times (and then another 400 when the student was distracted); and recognizing that righteous people fall seven times and rise again — the ups and downs are the healthy rhythm of life (like a heartbeat). Anger causes us to lose wisdom (“if someone was smart, their wisdom leaves them when angry”). Even Rav Moshe Feinstein once appeared to yell sternly at a student, but it was deliberate acting — he himself remained calm.Anger never helps; it destroys relationships, marriages, and personal growth. Instead, accept frustration, make small corrections, and use every situation — good, bad, or ugly — as an opportunity to grow and connect more deeply with Hashem. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 20,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on July 2, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

Unlock the profound secrets of holiness and spiritual resilience as we journey through the dual Torah portions of Acharei Mos and Kedoshim. By exploring the sacred commandments that guide Jewish life, we uncover the timeless wisdom meant to safeguard against negative influences, drawing from Rashi's insights to highlight the sanctity of the land and the nature of moral conduct. Our discussion invites you to reflect on how divine guidance, as laid out in the Torah, helps navigate the complexities of life, emphasizing the importance of maintaining purity and righteousness in a world filled with challenges.The episode takes a fascinating turn as we explore the transformative power of the number 40 within Jewish tradition—its symbolism woven through stories of Noah, the Israelites, and spiritual practices like the mikvah. Delve into the remarkable narrative of the Rambam, whose ingenious wit and scholarly brilliance left a legacy that continues to inspire. By examining the enduring impact of his Mishnah Torah, we draw parallels to modern efforts, like the ArtScroll translations, that democratize Jewish learning, underscoring a shared commitment to accessible scholarship.Finally, immerse yourself in the deep-seated values of appreciation and respect, as we discuss the mitzvah of covering blood in kosher practices and the concept of Hakaras Hatov. Through historical anecdotes and personal stories, we highlight the importance of gratitude, humane practices, and the moral compass provided by the Torah. This episode is a heartfelt tribute to the principles that define Judaism, reminding us of our responsibilities to each other and to all living creatures, urging us to lead lives filled with honor, kindness, and purpose. This episode (Ep 7.28) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Acharei-Kedoshim is dedicated in honor of our President & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on May 6, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 8, 2025 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.tansistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! #Torah, #Parsha, #Leviticus, #Holiness, #SpiritualResilience, #Sanctity, #Purity, #Righteousness, #Challenges, #Transformation, #Rebirth ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode twenty-one of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches B’Miut Tzchok — “with limited laughter.” This is the final “limited” way in the series, emphasizing balance rather than avoidance. Laughter is powerful and can be wonderful, but like business, intimacy, pleasure, sleep, and speech, it requires proper limits.Rabbi Wolbe distinguishes between positive laughter and negative laughter. Positive laughter uplifts others — the two marketplace men who merited the World to Come simply made sad or struggling people laugh and lightened their spirits. Negative laughter mocks others, laughs at people’s misfortunes, or ridicules leaders and celebrities (as seen in many late-night shows). Excessive laughter risks sin, desensitizes us, wipes away inspiration (“one laughter can wipe away 60 inspirations”), and causes us to lose seriousness about what truly matters.He shares the beautiful story of the great Maggid Rav Shalom Shvadron, who always began his Torah lectures with a joke. When asked why, he compared himself to a mother giving medicine to a child: she makes the child laugh first, then slips in the (sometimes bitter) medicine. Laughter can open hearts so that deeper, spiritual “medicine” can enter.Key teachings include: life is a collection of opportunities, not problems; use laughter consciously to lighten difficult situations and keep troubles in proportion; it is better to visit a house of mourning than a wedding party because weddings can lead to excess and loss of boundaries, while mourning restores perspective. Laughter is “the best medicine,” but medicine is for healing, not daily consumption. Mockers are among those from whom God distances Himself.Rabbi Wolbe notes his own grandfather was serious yet had a fabulous sense of humor — balance is essential. Too much laughter can damage spiritual growth and prevent us from maximizing true, eternal pleasure. The Mishnah teaches us to use laughter in measured, constructive amounts that elevate rather than degrade. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 20,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 21, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In this Episode (#16) of the Unboxing Judaism Podcast, Rabbi Yaakov Nagel & Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe discuss the controversy surrounding the Yom Ha'atzmaut (Israel's Independence Day) and some refreshing perspectives on this national holiday.  *****Unboxing Judaism Podcast is a discussion on fundamental Jewish and modern cultural topics through the lens of our Torah and heritage with Rabbi Yaakov Nagel and Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe from TORCH, in Houston, TexasTo have your questions featured in a future podcast, please submit your questions to [email protected] Yaakov Nagel is the founding member of TORCH and has been active since 1998. Additionally, Rabbi Nagel serves as the Rabbi at The Heimish Shul in Houston, Texas and has been delivering the Daf Yomi (Daily Folio of Talmud) since 2003. Rabbi Nagel is the Head of the Court for Jewish Divorce and actively serves as a member of the Houston Beis Din.To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Yaakov Nagel: https://linktr.ee/RabbiNagelDaf Yomi Podcast - https://linktr.ee/DafYomiPodcastUnboxing Judaism Podcast - https://linktr.ee/unboxingjudaismRabbi Aryeh Wolbe serves as the Executive Director of TORCH since 2005.To listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: https://linktr.ee/ariwolJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesPlease visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our Jewish outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area and please consider sponsoring a podcast by making a donation to help support our global outreach at https://www.torchweb.org/donate. Thank you!For a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.comRecorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B  on April 27,  2023, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on April 30,  2023 ★ Support this podcast ★

Embark on a journey toward inner purity with us as we traverse the landscape of spiritual sanctity, enlightened by the teachings of the Parsha of Acharei Mos. Discover the profound significance of Yom Kippur, the Yom HaKadosh, and unravel the intricate balance between positive deeds and the conscious avoidance of negative influences. In a world riddled with challenges to our moral compass, especially in the realms of sexual immorality and forbidden relationships, we delve into the wisdom imparted by our mentor, Rabbi Yitzhak Berkowitz, highlighting the indispensable role of digital filters in maintaining our spiritual wellbeing.As the summer warmth beckons, bringing with it temptations that can cloud our moral clarity, we arm ourselves with the tools needed to uphold our spiritual resolve. We share insights into steering clear of the subtle snares that come with seasonal relaxation, emphasizing the importance of setting personal boundaries just as we would shield a child's innocence. Join us in charting a course through the joys of the sun-drenched months, all while holding fast to our identity as God-fearing individuals, infusing every moment with holiness and serving as a beacon of inspiration for others to recognize the divine within us.This episode (Ep 6.29) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Acharei is dedicated in Honor of Dovi Wolbe & in honor of our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on April 16, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on May 2, 2024 DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: [email protected] Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode twenty of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches B’Miut Sichah — “with limited schmoozing” or limited idle talk. While the previous “limited” ways focused on balance rather than total avoidance, this one encourages meaningful, substantive conversation instead of empty chatter. Every person has unique wisdom and life experience; when we genuinely like people, we enjoy talking with them — but the talk should count.Rabbi Wolbe stresses making conversations purposeful. Complaining about things we cannot change (like Houston humidity) is pointless; once they stopped kvetching about it, it stopped bothering them. Learn to enjoy hearing different opinions and perspectives — even robust political discussions can be beautiful when done with respect. Negative speech turns a person negative. What we talk about defines who we are (“ish kefi mahalalo” — a person is known by what he praises).Speech is a uniquely human power. Hebrew (Lashon HaKodesh) is not a socially constructed language but a divine one where each word reflects the essence of the thing it names (e.g., “kelev” = kol lev — all heart). We have four levels of creation: domem (inanimate), tzomeach (plant), chai (animal), and medaber (speaking human). Jews are held to an even higher level as links in the chain from Abraham to the present.Practical advice includes: find the good in people and say it (a sincere compliment); limit futile talk (weather, endless sports statistics); promise less and deliver more; follow through on what you say; and remember that “all my days I have been among the wise and I never found anything better for a person than silence” (Pirkei Avot). Silence is a sign of wisdom — listen to all opinions and keep quiet. “Say little and do much,” like Abraham.Men and women communicate differently; understanding this (e.g., via books like Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus) helps build better marriages. Children absorb the speech they hear at home — positive or negative, clean or foul. Communication builds relationships, removes isolation, expands our world, and allows creativity and self-expression. Use this great gift constructively and effectively. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 20,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 12, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode nineteen of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches B’Miut Sheina — “with limited sleep.” Sleep is essential, but too much of it causes us to miss life. The Rambam states that a healthy adult needs about eight hours, yet excess sleep dulls the mind and wastes precious time. Children naturally resist sleep because they are full of dreams and a desire to accomplish; as we age, many lose that drive and begin sleeping through life — both literally and figuratively.Rabbi Wolbe stresses the importance of balance (one of six ways in the 48 that focus on moderation). We must be proactive about staying awake — not just physically, but spiritually and mentally. Walking down the street with an empty mind is a form of “sleep.” Instead, take a verse from the weekly parsha, a Mishnah, or a line of Talmud and think about it deeply. Never let your mind wander aimlessly. Apps like YouTube or social media are designed to waste time; periodically delete unused ones or even switch to a “dumb phone” for weeks to cleanse the mind.He shares a moving story about his rabbi, who trained himself over time to sleep only 2½ hours a night and would sometimes doze off mid-lecture, yet wake up and continue exactly where he left off. When asked about sleep, the rabbi replied, “I’ll sleep when I die.” Rabbi Wolbe encourages us to stay alert every moment, because it is possible to live an entire lifetime without a single meaningful thought if we remain in spiritual “sleep mode.”The core message: Sleep enough to stay healthy, but limit it so you don’t miss life. Be awake, purposeful, and constantly engaged with Torah thoughts and growth. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 17,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 10, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode eighteen of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches B’Miut Ta’anug — “with limited pleasure.” Like the previous two ways (limited business and limited intimacy), this does not mean total avoidance or asceticism. It means achieving balance so that physical pleasures enhance life rather than dominate or diminish it.Rabbi Wolbe emphasizes that God wants us to enjoy life and created pleasures for our benefit — but only when pursued with proper limits and intention. The Torah’s mitzvot are not restrictions to make us suffer; they are the precise guidelines that allow us to maximize genuine, lasting pleasure. Deviating from them leads to imbalance and diminished fulfillment. All pleasures — food, exercise, material goods, intimacy — require balance. Seeking pleasure for its own sake is spiritually detrimental.He uses the powerful metaphor that the body is for the soul like a car is for the driver. The body is simply the vehicle that transports the soul; we must maintain it well so the soul can accomplish its mission, but we should never become enslaved to the vehicle. The soul is like a vacuum cleaner that constantly craves spiritual connection to God. When that connection is missing, people chase artificial, momentary pleasures (recreational drugs, excessive materialism, instant gratification) that never truly satisfy and only create greater craving.Practical examples include barbecue potato chips (one bag leads to feeling sick) and the danger of becoming dependent on luxury (his own story of buying a Lexus and the family reaction; his neighbor obsessing over a new truck). True pleasure has substance behind it — use nice things to do mitzvot, help others, and elevate the experience. Shabbos is the ultimate model of ta’anug (pleasure): it combines physical delicacies with spiritual elevation.Rabbi Wolbe warns against wasting pleasures or opportunities and stresses that Mashiach will come “riding on a donkey” (chomer = materialism) to teach us how to master materialism rather than be controlled by it. The bottom line: do not retreat from life or reject pleasures — elevate them. Make every experience holier so it serves the soul instead of the other way around. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 17,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 9, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode seventeen of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches B’Miut Derech Eretz (limited intimacy / controlled desires). Just like the previous way on limited business, this does not mean total avoidance or minimization for its own sake, but rather achieving balance and proper control so that physical pleasures serve their higher purpose.Rabbi Wolbe explains that the single greatest desire of every human being is happiness, not raw sexual pleasure. God created us for pleasure and placed physical desires in the world for us to enjoy — but only in the right way, with balance, so they become real, lasting, and uplifting rather than fake, cheap, or degrading. The Ramchal (Mesilat Yesharim) teaches that man was created for pleasure, yet most people settle for cheap, effortless pleasures instead of working for genuine, godly, eternal ones.Intimacy is a powerful barometer of self-control and desire management. The wedding blessing under the chuppah beautifully expresses the Torah’s balanced approach: certain relationships are strictly forbidden, while within marriage, physical intimacy is not only permitted but elevated into something holy — a reflection of our relationship with God. A healthy marriage and proper observance of the laws of Niddah (family purity) create 12 “honeymoons” a year, keeping excitement and freshness alive even after decades together. This explains the dramatically lower divorce rates in Torah-observant communities.Rabbi Wolbe uses the powerful metaphor of a luxury car and a high-school graduate receiving a red convertible from his wealthy uncle with the condition that he must return it whenever called. The periodic separation heightens anticipation and appreciation — exactly what the Torah’s system of Niddah accomplishes in marriage. He contrasts this with hookup culture, pornography, and instant gratification, which provide cheap, temporary thrills but no lasting fulfillment.Additional points: too much of anything (even barbecue potato chips or chocolate) ruins the pleasure; the Torah elevates physical acts rather than rejecting them (unlike celibate traditions); all wisdom, including scientific concepts like pi, is embedded in Torah; and marriage is a holy unification that mirrors and deepens our connection with the Almighty. The goal is not to suppress desires but to channel and balance them so they bring us closer to God and true happiness.  Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 13,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 8, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode sixteen of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches B’Miut Sechora — “with limited business” (or limited involvement in commerce). This way has two complementary messages: (1) Do not become overly consumed by business or livelihood at the expense of life, family, Torah study, and spiritual growth; and (2) When you are engaged in business, use it as a powerful tool for personal and spiritual development rather than viewing it only as a means to make money.Rabbi Wolbe emphasizes that business challenges — such as financial uncertainty, dishonesty from others, or market fluctuations — are opportunities for growth. He encourages maintaining bitachon (trust in Hashem) by remembering that Hashem has never let us down in the past. Business should be goal-oriented, just like a successful company: set priorities, evaluate daily accomplishments, analyze strengths and weaknesses, measure “profit and loss” in character and relationships, and create a strategic plan for life.He urges listeners to ask themselves penetrating questions each day: What did I accomplish today? Did I do what I intended? What are my strengths and weaknesses? What is holding me back? Are you willing to work as hard on overcoming anger, building a strong marriage, or being a good parent as you do on your career? Every family should have a mission statement reflecting their values and goals.A powerful parable illustrates the point: an elderly fisherman on a small raft is told by a yacht owner to scale up his business, make money, and retire — only to realize he already has the simple, fulfilling life he would eventually return to. Rabbi Wolbe warns against the trap of endless striving (“when I retire…”) and reminds us that no one on their deathbed wishes they had spent more time in the office. Torah is rarely found among those overly engrossed in trade, so we must limit business enough to actually live, learn, and enjoy life.He advises against full retirement for those over 70 — instead, find meaningful ways to stay busy and use the mind and body — while still protecting time for what truly matters. Success is not defined by financial wealth but by being a good spouse, parent, and community member. Apply the same diligence, focus, and strategy you use in business to your spiritual and family life, and you can become a “billionaire” in wisdom and life’s true pleasures. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio B on May 13,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 3, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★

In episode fifteen of the 48 Ways series during the Omer, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe teaches B'Mishnah (B’Torah Sheb’al Peh) — “with the Oral Law.” The Written Torah (Tanakh) tells us what to do, while the Oral Torah tells us how to do it. The two are inseparable; one cannot be properly understood without the other. The Mishnah and Talmud form the core of the Oral Law, brilliantly written in a discussion/argument format to inspire deep conversation and analysis rather than simple rule-listing.Rabbi Wolbe explains that the Mishnah often presents multiple opinions, and even when one is followed halachically, the others are not “wrong” — they simply represent different valid approaches or are not applied in practice (similar to Supreme Court decisions). The Oral Law elaborates on the concise Written Torah, providing details for mitzvot such as how to slaughter animals, what a mezuzah is and where/how to place it, the laws of tefillin, and the 39 categories of prohibited labor on Shabbos (derived from the work of the Tabernacle).He stresses the importance of firm belief in the authenticity and direct transmission of the Oral Torah from Sinai. Torah can be understood on four levels (Pardes):Pshat — literal meaning (Rashi’s commentary),Remez — hinted meanings,Derush — homiletic/midrashic applications to life,Sod — hidden mystical meanings (Zohar).Practical guidance includes mastering the Mishnah to unlock deeper insight, reviewing and knowing Torah by heart, writing down insights, and constantly integrating them into life. The Oral Law is the complete encyclopedic dictionary of living that complements the Written Law and serves as the source for the 48 Ways themselves.Rabbi Wolbe addresses how to begin learning: start with whatever is accessible (Chumash, storybooks about gedolim, Gateway to Judaism, etc.), then organize a systematic approach — reading the Chumash sequentially, moving into Mishnah, Midrash, and Talmud. He encourages annual new learning goals and notes that even simple inspiration from the lives of Torah giants can ignite passion for study. Recorded in TORCH Centre - Studio A on May 10,  2022, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 2, 2022The 49 days we count between Pesach (Passover) and Shavuot are an exciting time for powerful and impactful change. The Mishna (Avot 6:6) teaches us 48 masterful tools and ways to maximize life and get the most out of each day. Listen, Subscribe & Share: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jewish-inspiration-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1476610783Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4r0KfjMzmCNQbiNaZBCSU7) to stay inspired! Share your questions at [email protected] or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content.   About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life.  To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback, please email: [email protected] Support Our Mission:Our Mission is Connecting Jews & Judaism. Help us spread Judaism globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org.Your support makes a HUGE difference! Listen MoreOther podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at http://podcast.torchweb.org Keywords:#JewishInspiration, #Omer, #Count, #48Ways, #SpiritualGrowth, #TorahWisdom, #PirkeiAvot, #WisdomDaily ★ Support this podcast ★