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June 11, 2024

Honoring the Life and Legacy of HAGAON HARAV GERSHON EDELSTEIN ZTL: A Tribute to the Gadol Hador ...

Honoring the Life and Legacy of HAGAON HARAV GERSHON EDELSTEIN ZTL: A Tribute to the Gadol Hador ...

Discover the life and legacy of Rabbi Gershon Edelstein, a renowned Torah leader. Explore his teachings, contributions, and the impact he has made on the Jewish community worldwide. His wisdom, humility, and dedication to Torah learning have inspired millions of people around the world. In this episode, we will delve…

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June 11, 2024

Embracing the Joy and Significance of Shavuos: A Celebration of Being Chosen

Embracing the Joy and Significance of Shavuos: A Celebration of Being Chosen

As we prepare for the holiday of Shavuos, I can't help but think about my own experiences and the significance of this joyous occasion. From shopping for new Yom Tov clothing for the kids to setting up our learning schedules for the night, we go all in to celebrate this…

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June 11, 2024

Parshas Behar-Bechukosai 2023 | The Most Famous Rashi In The Torah

Parshas Behar-Bechukosai 2023 | The Most Famous Rashi In The Torah

In this week's episode of The Weekly Parsha, we discuss the well-known analysis of Rashi in his first comment on Parshas Bechukosai. Often a misconstrued, fuzzy topic, we seek to clarify and illustrate this critical mitzvah of "Ameilus BaTorah!" In this week's Parsha: Behar • Laws about resting land and…

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June 11, 2024

Parshas Emor | The Holy Splash Zone

Parshas Emor | The Holy Splash Zone

This week's parsha, Parshas Emor, delves into various laws about the Kohanim, the commandment to establish and protect the Jewish holidays, and the observance of Shabbos. The parsha concludes with a narrative about a blasphemer. Join us as we explore the significance of the Jewish holidays and how they teach…

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June 11, 2024

HaGaon HaRav Meir Hershkowitz ZT”L

HaGaon HaRav Meir Hershkowitz ZT”L

Baruch Dayan Ha'Emes: The Stamford Rosh Yeshiva, HaRav Meir Hershkowitz, has returned his soul to his Maker. We mourn the loss of a Torah giant who devoted his life to studying and teaching the Torah. His legacy lives on through the thousands of Talmidim he has taught around the globe…

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June 11, 2024

Acharei Mos/Kedoshim | How to Change A Bad Habit, Cure Anxiety, and Learn For 18 Hours A Day

Acharei Mos/Kedoshim | How to Change A Bad Habit, Cure Anxiety, and Learn For 18 Hours A Day

Parshas Acharei Mos and Kedoshim are two of the most well-known Torah portions in the Jewish tradition, mainly due to their focus on sacrifice and atonement. The portion begins with God instructing Moses regarding the ritual of Yom Kippur, which requires the High Priest to enter the inner sanctum of…

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June 11, 2024

Parshas Tazria Metzora | Bowling Ball Head

Parshas Tazria Metzora | Bowling Ball Head

The Parsha of Tazria deals with the purification of mothers after childbirth and the identification and response to leprosy. In Metzora, purification rituals for people and homes afflicted with skin diseases are discussed, along with instructions on the laws of bodily fluid emissions. The topic of our shiur today is…

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June 11, 2024

What Is Sefiras HaOmer All About? (Bonus Episode)

What Is Sefiras HaOmer All About? (Bonus Episode)

Sefiras HaOmer (https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/130631/jewish/Sefirat-HaOmer.htm) is an extraordinary time of the year for all Jews. The countdown of Sefiras HaOmer begins on Pesach night when we count 49 days until Shavuos (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shavuot) - The Giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai. This period is filled with joy, excitement, and hope as we…

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June 11, 2024

Parshas Shemini | You Have Been Chosen

Parshas Shemini | You Have Been Chosen

In this week's Torah Podcast: Shemini, which is the Torah reading of the week and third in the Book of Leviticus. Parshas Shemini tells of the consecration of the Tabernacle, the deaths of Nadab and Abihu, and the dietary laws of kashrut (כַּשְׁרוּת‎). In this week's Torah podcast, we focus…

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June 11, 2024

First Date Seder

First Date Seder

Making the Pesach Seder fun and interactive is integral to connecting with our Jewish heritage and passing on traditions to future generations. The seder plate, which traditionally contains a roasted shank bone, matzah, maror (bitter herbs), charoses (a mixture of fruit and nuts), karpas (a vegetable, usually onion or parsley),…

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June 11, 2024

Parshas Tzav | Ashes of Glory

Parshas Tzav | Ashes of Glory

In this week's Torah Podcast: The Jewish mitzvah (commandment) of Terumas Hadeshen is a ritual that involves taking a small portion of ashes from atop the altar each day and setting them aside. Terumas Hadeshen teaches us about continuity, and setting aside part of the ash from the previous day…

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June 11, 2024

Parshas Vayikra | Attention

Parshas Vayikra | Attention

In this week's Torah podcast, we explore a fascinating Midrash that describes Moshe not entering into the Mishkan until he was called. This teaches us an essential lesson about knowledge and focus - having both before beginning any task. By taking the time to understand and contemplate what lies ahead…

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June 11, 2024

Parshas Vayakhel-Pekudei | G.O.A.T Mentality

Parshas Vayakhel-Pekudei | G.O.A.T Mentality

In this episode of The Torah Podcast: Without prior knowledge of weaving, sewing, or constructing, how could the Jewish people build the Mishkan? The Ramban's answer in parshas Vayakhel is genuinely inspiring. He explains that under the guidance of Hashem, a few individuals could find within themselves the strength and…

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June 11, 2024

Dvar Torah on Parshas Ki Sisa | He'll Be Coming Down The Mountain When He Comes

Dvar Torah on Parshas Ki Sisa | He'll Be Coming Down The Mountain When He Comes

In this episode of The Torah Podcast, we explore the troubling episode of the Jewish people at the foot of Mount Sinai, their leader receiving the Torah, about to bring it down and bestow it upon them. They commit the grievous sin of idolatry. Much ink has been spilled to…

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June 11, 2024

Rambam On Purim

Rambam On Purim

Purim is a unique Jewish holiday. From the wine to the dancing and parties, it is beloved and celebrated by Jews worldwide. The Rambam tells us that when Mashiach comes, all books of Tanach will not be studied, but Megillas Esther and all holidays except purim will be extinct. Listen…

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June 11, 2024

Dvar Torah on Parshas Terumah | Not Your Grandma's Mishkan

Dvar Torah on Parshas Terumah | Not Your Grandma's Mishkan

In this episode of The Torah Podcast, we ponder how Moshe and the Jewish people could create a brick-and-mortar house for Hashem. The Mishkan is the main focus of this week's parsha, and together, we explore its many practical and kabbalistic lessons. This Dvar Torah culminates in a fresh look…

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June 11, 2024

Rosh Chodesh Adar | Purim 2023

Rosh Chodesh Adar | Purim 2023

During the month of Adar, we celebrate the holiday of Purim. We read Megilas Esther, which tells the Purim story, and dressed up in our Purim costumes. The sages teach us to increase our happiness during the month of Adar. The problem we are left with is how? In this…

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June 11, 2024

Parshas Mishpatim | How Was The Chicken?

Parshas Mishpatim | How Was The Chicken?

Parshas Mishpatim is jam-packed with mitzvos. At the very end of the parsha, we are filled in with the final details about the Jewish people's Sinai experience. Then, the pasuk describes how Moshe and his companions ascended the mountain and saw something miraculous. What they saw that day gives us…

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June 11, 2024

Dvar Torah on Parshas Yisro | Your Neighbor's Tesla

Dvar Torah on Parshas Yisro | Your Neighbor's Tesla

The parsha that contains the most significant historical event, parshas Yisro is stuffed with essential lessons and storylines. This week's Torah podcast discusses Eben Ezra's famous question on the last of the ten commandments. We explore possible answers to combat the terrible sickness called jealousy. Support the show (https://gofund.me/f5c49a65) Join…

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June 11, 2024

Tubishvat '23

Tubishvat '23

The Rosh Hashana for trees has become a celebratory day for the Jewish people. What latent holiness does this day have, and what lesson can we take from Tubishvat? (based on the wisdom of Rav Daniel Kalish shlita) Support the show (https://gofund.me/f5c49a65) Join The Motivation Congregation WhatsApp community for daily…

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June 11, 2024

Dvar Torah on Parshas Beshalach | Hit It Hard

Dvar Torah on Parshas Beshalach | Hit It Hard

This week is Shabbas Shira, Parshas Beshalach. In this week's Torah Podcast, we explore the odd requirements needed to extract water from a rock and the lesson it holds for us in our pursuit of parnasah. Support the show (https://gofund.me/f5c49a65) Join The Motivation Congregation WhatsApp community for daily motivational Torah…

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June 11, 2024

Shabbas Shira | Bonus Episode

Shabbas Shira | Bonus Episode

It is not only parshas Beshalach this week, but also Shabbas Shira. In this week's Torah Podcast, we discuss the song's meaning, the melody's origins, and Shabbas Shira's unique potential. (Based on the Maharal's classic work "Gur Aryeh") Support the show (https://gofund.me/f5c49a65) Join The Motivation Congregation WhatsApp community for daily…

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June 11, 2024

Dvar Torah on Parshas Bo | Baby Food

Dvar Torah on Parshas Bo | Baby Food

In life, we know what we must do. Why do our actions often contradict what we know to be correct? This week's Torah Podcast explores the concept of "a good heart" and how to convert thoughts into action. Good Shabbos! Support the show (https://gofund.me/f5c49a65) Join The Motivation Congregation WhatsApp community…

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June 11, 2024

Dvar Torah on Parshas Vaeira | Soft Like Spelt

Dvar Torah on Parshas Vaeira | Soft Like Spelt

This week's Torah Podcast examines which crops endured the 7th plague: the Godly hail storm. The answer unlocks vistas and clarifies misconceptions. A Dvar Torah on this week's Parsha based on the wisdom of Rav Dovid Feinstein. Good Shabbas! Support the show (https://gofund.me/f5c49a65) Join The Motivation Congregation WhatsApp community for…

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