Lechteich Parshah Podcast with Don Jarashow

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Tetzaveh: In The Next Seat Over

Feb 22, 2024

17:11

Embark on a transformative journey as we navigate the peaks and valleys of spiritual growth, drawing inspiration from the recently concluded Shovavim period. Join our insightful discussions, featuring wisdom from Rabbi Trenk and the bochur who drove to the movie theatere on Shabbos. Delve into the spiritual insights derived from the Novominsker Rebbe's teachings about the ketores, and explore parallels that resonate with our own personal journeys.

152

Teruma: Tabernacles Through Sacrifice

Feb 16, 2024

13:54

153

Mishpatim: Triumphing Meat's Defeat

Feb 9, 2024

16:53

Listen to the lesson from a Russian security guard in Siberia in the 1900s that Reb Meir Futerfas has to tell us. It sheds light on the ear-piercing punishment of the eved ivri and has the most acute and applicable applications for us today.

154

Yisro: Exchanging the CEO Badge for Ivri Anochi

Feb 2, 2024

12:18

Titles like CEO, president, doctor, and lawyer, along with impressive degrees, may radiate grandeur and prestige. However, as Yisro teaches us, life embraces much more than these professional roles and academic accomplishments.

155

Beshalach: What Rav Chatzkel Would Have Said

Jan 26, 2024

13:48

156

Bo: Exodus on the Shoulders of the Hunchback

Jan 19, 2024

15:03

Discover the connection between the 'toirala' of the holy Piacezner, as taught during Reb Shloimal'e's encounter with the 'holy hunchback,' and the story of Yetzias Mitzrayim.'

157

Vaeira: Don't Double Down

Jan 11, 2024

17:55

'Doubling down' isn't limited to a one-time negative occurrence; it can also have a pervasive impact on our entire existence, encompassing our lifestyle and prosperity as Jews.

158

Shemos: Tenacious Thorns

Jan 5, 2024

12:53

Avoid getting pricked by thorns; they're everywhere, and the more you run, the more you may get pricked. Discover how to navigate through these endless challenges.

159

Vayechi: Redirecting the sword

Dec 29, 2023

16:46

You always believed you understood the purpose of a sword and thought you knew the true strength of prayer. Consider rethinking. 

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Vayigash: Removing Mediocrity from the Middle

Dec 22, 2023

10:44

161

Mikeitz: Humans Melting

Dec 15, 2023

11:34

Like chocolate, we are meant to melt. Discover where and why.

162

Vayeishev/Chanukah: Divrei Torah Collection

Dec 8, 2023

9:37

A collection of Divrei Torah on the Parsha and Chanukah, with a Focus on Kavsa Ain Zakuk Lah and Its Application to Every Yid. Sponsored by Mutty and Frumie  Special thanks to our corporate sponsors: Meridian Health, Haas and Zaltz Law Firm, and Bluestone Brokerage.

163

Yahrzeit Seudah - Noach Raphael z'l ben Yosef Chaim Hakohen

Dec 4, 2023

9:20

Divrei Chizzuk from the Yahrzeit Seudah of my brother Noach Raphael z'l ben Yosef Chaim Hakohen. May his neshama have an aliya.

164

Vayishlach: Fighting the Perpetual Battle

Dec 1, 2023

11:38

Drawing insights from the confrontation between Yaakov Avinu and the angel of Esav, we glean valuable lessons on how to confront and overcome our ongoing personal battles against our greatest foe, the Satan. Dedicated by the Streicher family. In memory of Simcha Yosef Ben Moshe Zev Halevi. Thanks to our corporate sponsors: Meridian Health,Haas and Zaltz Law Firm, and Bluestone Brokerage. 

165

Vayeitzei: Bedrock of Gold

Nov 24, 2023

9:16

 The story of the rock over Yaakov's head goes far beyond acute kids' project; they are nuggets of gold that we must carry as the bedrockfor life.  This week's shiur is sponsored by the Weiderman family(Wesley Hills, NY) in the merit of protection and redemption for Klal Yisroel.  לזכות רפואה שלמה  דבורה חיה בת אסתר  דוד בן טעמא  Special thanks to our corporate sponsors: Meridian Health,Haas and Zaltz Law Firm, and Bluestone Brokerage.  

166

Toldos: Defying Mother Nature

Nov 17, 2023

11:00

Transform your appreciation and understanding of tefillah with the profound insights of Rav Yosef Chaim Zonnenfeld and the Nesivos Shalom, exploring the potency and far-reaching impact of prayer. Uncover the segula of the parents of the Lelever Rebbe, who merited such a holy child. In these challenging times, tefillah stands as our sole hope.This week's shiur is sponsored by Al and Miriam Greenberg (Philadelphia, PA) in commemoration of the 70th yahrzeit ofר' יהודה יוסף בן אברהם שמשון ז'לMay his neshama have an aliyah.Thanks to our corporate sponsors: Meridian Health, Haas and Zaltz Law Firm, and Bluestone Brokerage.  

167

Chayei Sarah: Don't Give HIm the Time of Day

Nov 10, 2023

12:36

Fascinating insights from Rav Meir Soloveitchik and the Radomsker on what it means to be a believer at all costs and how crucial it is to distance oneself as far as possible from the influence of the Satan.This week's shiur is sponsored L'iluy nishmas Chaya bas Avraham Yitzchak, beloved mother and grandmother of the Jarashow family in honor of her first yahrzeit may her neshama have an Aliya. Thanks to our corporate sponsors: Meridian Health, Haas and Zaltz Law Firm, and Bluestone Brokerage.  

168

Vayeira: All That Matters

Nov 3, 2023

13:03

The Beis Halevi sheds light on the profound significance and ultimate triumph of Avraham Avinu's tenth and final test, the Akeidas Yitzchak. His teachings offer practical and relevant insights that can be applied to the challenges we currently confront. This shiur is sponsored לע'נ בריינדל לאה בת נפתלי הרצקה. May her Neshama hava an aliyah. Thanks to our corporate sponsors: Meridian Health, Haas and Zaltz Law Firm, and Bluestone Brokerage. 

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Lech Lecha: Never Abandon the Fire

Oct 27, 2023

10:25

This week, we delve into the yesod of the Alter of Kelm, exploring its significance in relation to our individual spiritual journey and its role in serving the greater Klal as a whole. Thanks to Mutty and Frumy Ebstein for sponsoring this week's shiur. Thanks to our corporate sponsors: Meridian Health, Haas and Zaltz Law Firm, and Bluestone Brokerage. 

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Noach: Disconnect the Vacuum

Oct 20, 2023

14:50

This week, we delve into the incredible insight of the Beis Halevi regarding prayer and the unity of all of Klal Yisroel. No Jew lives in isolation. Special thanks to Yoni and Ruchi Spivak for sponsoring this week's shiur. Thanks to our corporate sponsors: Meridian Health, Haas and Zaltz Law Firm, and Bluestone Brokerage.

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Bereishis: Mending the Broken Shards With a Touch More

Oct 13, 2023

12:20

This week has been heavy and dark for Klal Yisroel. Here is some perspective from which, hopefully, we can draw strength and inspiration. This week is sponsored by Aharon and Chani Kushner, Wesley Hills, New York. The Sharon Kushner Team at eXp Realty. L'iluy nishmas Avraham Zvi ben Shmuel and Benzion ben Zalman Mordechai. Thanks to our corporate sponsors: Meridian Health, Haas and Zaltz Law Firm, and Bluestone Brokerage.

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Sukkos: Discovering the Essence of the Day

Sep 29, 2023

6:41

Discover profound inspiration as we delve into the key themes of this special Yom Tov, Zman Simchaseinu. Uncover the essence and significance of its focal points, taking a meaningful journey into the wealth of the true happiness it offers. 

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Yom Kippur: Discovering the Essence of the Day

Sep 21, 2023

14:23

A Collection of Divrei Torah and Insights Defining the Avodah of the Holiest Day on the Jewish Calendar. Thanks to my wonderful grandparents, Al and Miriam Greenberg (Philadelphia, PA), for sponsoring this week's shiur. Thanks to our corporate sponsors: Ari Adlerstein of Meridian Health Ari Zaltz of the Haas and Zaltz Law Firm Yudi Lieber of Bluestone Brokerage. G'mar Chasima Tova

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Rosh Hashana: Discovering the Essence of the Day

Sep 14, 2023

11:24

While certain aspects of the Day of Judgment may seem contradictory, reconciling the emotions of awe and fear with the celebration of a 'Yom Tov' by drawing upon the insights of the Ramchal, we have reached a resolution. We extend a warm welcome and express our profound appreciation to our new corporate sponsors, Ari Adlerstein of Meridian and Yudi Lieber of Bluestone Brokerage. We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated and ongoing corporate sponsor, Ari Zaltz of the Haas and Zaltz Law Firm. This shiur is dedicated by Dr. and Mrs. Chaim Silberberg (Wesley Hills, NY) in loving memory of R' Shmuel Yisrael ben R' Meir.

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Nitzavim Vayelech - When The Door Creeks Open

Sep 8, 2023

10:35

The criminal didn't look at the door because he knew he was guilty as charged. As yidden, we all possess the capacity for repentance and cleansing through the power of teshuva. When the door opens to reveal a new version of oneself, we can all look and believe in it, for the possibility of transformation and a fresh start is undeniably real.

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Ki Savo - Golden Standard Redefined

Sep 1, 2023

11:40

The anecdote of the Baal Shem Tov and the insights shared by the Malbim regarding Bikkurim help us understand that, ultimately, all Hashem desires is one simple thing.

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Ki Seitzei - Assaulted by Arrows

Aug 25, 2023

14:50

Retelling the story and perspective of Rav Shach unveils a profound strategy for navigating the unceasing challenges in our 'ruchniyus,' as he aptly termed them – these spiritual arrows we encounter on our life's journey. His story also connects to this weeks Parsha and sheds light on the invaluable power of teshuva, offering guidance on how to fully harness its potential.

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Shoftim - A King in Your Own Right

Aug 18, 2023

11:20

Reaching a harmonious balance is often a challenging endeavor, particularly when it comes to striking the right equilibrium between excessive pride and genuine humility. Nonetheless, this delicate equilibrium constitutes the essential task of a king. Similarly, each of us possesses a sense of sovereignty within our own lives, embracing our individual roles as kings or queens. 

179

Re’eh - Boundless Blessing In Balmy Weather

Aug 11, 2023

10:13

Parshas Re’eh, 5783 

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Va'eschanan, Shabbos Nachamu - Like The Chassid At The Tisch

Jul 28, 2023

10:58

Whats the happiness and consolation of Shabbos Nachamu? We seem to back at square one, bereft of the Beis Hamikdash? What are we celebrating? 

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Acharei Mos-Kedoshim - Unearthing the Possible from the Impossible

Apr 28, 2023

11:41

Everything is possible with a proper and renewed perspective. Parshas Acharei Mos-Kedoshim, 5783

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Bamidbar - Keeper of His Holy Charge

May 19, 2023

13:03

The Torah is the guiding light for our lives... Parshas Bamidbar, 5783

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Beshalach - Building an Eternal Golden Gate Bridge

Feb 3, 2023

10:40

I will only have this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn a Tosfos when I could have been looking at the Golden Gate Bridge! Parshas Beshalach, 5783

184

Bo - Rectifying the Annual List of Reoccurring Imperfections

Jan 27, 2023

6:59

In this world, things don’t just happen, they happen just. Parshas Bo, 5783

185

Emor - Creating the Zone

May 5, 2023

9:58

Seeing Hashem in front of us and feeling His presence is the proper zone we must create before making a berachah. Parshas Emor, 5783

186

Kisisa - As Long As the Fire Is Still Burning

Mar 10, 2023

8:39

As long as a connection remains, just a spark, there is room to come back. Parshas Kisisa, 5783

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Korach - Never Doubt

Jun 23, 2023

10:45

Every tefillah is precious. We have a direct line at all times to the Creator. Parshas Korach, 5783

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Mikeitz - Don't Slam the Door

Dec 23, 2022

7:01

We should not have to look too far to witness the wonders of Hashem, since miracles are happening constantly. Parshas Mikeitz, 5783

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Mishpatim - Everything Part of the Script

Feb 17, 2023

10:17

Everything is part of His hashgacha, His watch, His command. Parshas Mishpatim, 5783

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Purim - Accepting the Torah

Mar 7, 2023

8:24

Purim, 5783

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Shavuos - Embracing Its Beauty

May 25, 2023

12:20

The darkness will be the cause for the light... Parshas Shavuos, 5783

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Shelach - The Power of One

Jun 16, 2023

11:25

We must never underestimate the power of a single word of Torah or one good deed. Parshas Shelach, 5783

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Shemos - Reach Out, Start, Dream and Plan

Jan 13, 2023

12:18

When we do our part, Hashem will fill in the rest. Parshas Shemos, 5783

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Tazria-Metzora - And Your People, All of Them Are Righteous

Apr 21, 2023

13:35

Our essence is righteous and we are intrinsically pure. Parshas Tazria-Metzora, 5783

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Teruma - Putting Wealth in Perspective

Feb 24, 2023

9:35

We are given resources to serve Hashem, to be mamlich and mekadesh Him. Parshas Teruma, 5783

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Vaeira - Thank You, Not Paying the Debt of Gratitude

Jan 20, 2023

12:46

Gratitude is not about the recipient. Parshas Vaeira, 5783

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Vayakhel-Pekudei - Empathetic of Life's Struggles

Mar 17, 2023

11:56

We must never underestimate Hashem’s love and compassion for each and every Yid Parshas Vayakhel-Pekudei, 5783

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Devarim, Shabbos Chazon, Tisha b'av - The Power Of One

Jul 21, 2023

11:30

199

Vayechi - On Reaching the True Kind of Kindness

Dec 30, 2022

9:45

It is in our DNA to want to do chesed. Parshas Vayechi, 5783

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Vayeishev - Whispers From Within

Dec 16, 2022

10:33

We all can hear it when we experience that voice inside of us telling us to do more, to do better, become greater and closer to Hashem... Parshas Vayeishev, 5783

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