Thanking G-d
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In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the concept of thanking G-d and how it is incorporated into our daily prayers.
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Perek 52: The Final Chapter
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David completes his in-depth course on the Sefer. Rabbi David shows the parallels between this chapter and the chapter in Melachim describing the capture of Tzidkiyahu, and the final suffering of the Jewish captives. The reason for this repetition is to demonstrate the truth of Nevua, prophesy. The class ends with the legendary tales of Yirmiyahu and Plato and Yirmiyahu and the Ari Hakadosh.
Perek 51: The Destruction of Bavel
Posted onIn this Torah class (shiur) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David explains the problem of the punishment of the enemies of the Jewish people, such as the Babylonians. The Babylonians were clearly G-d’s messengers of destruction, yet they were punished for their wicked deeds.
Perek 50: The Destruction of Bavel
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David explains the prophesies pertaining to the non-Jewish nation of Ammon. Through a variety of sources, Rabbi David describes the nature of the Amonite character, and the reasons for their ultimate downfall.
Perek 49, Part 2: The Nation of Edom
Posted onIn this Torah class (shiur) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David teaches the prophesies of Yirmiyahu regarding the nation of Edom, the descendants of Esav. This fascinating discussion reveals the unique traits of Edom and its relationship with the Jewish people.
Requests from G-d
Posted onIn this short shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the concept of human beings requests from G-d and how this concept is integrated into our daily prayers.
Three Parts of Shemoneh Esrei
Posted onIn this short Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman continues his discussion on tefilla, prayer. Rabbi Reichman focuses on the three parts of the Shemoneh Esrei prayer.
Perek 48: The Downfall of Moav
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David teaches chapter 48, and explains the flaw of gaa’va, haughtiness, which was the source of Moav’s downfall.
Moav’s Place in Jewish Destiny
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David introduces chapter 48 with a discussion of the role of the nation of Moav in relating to Jewish history.
Prayer as a Privilege
Posted onIn this short shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman explains the idea of how prayer is a privilege bestowed upon man.
Lashon Hara about Family Members
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In this Torah shiur (class) on shemirat halashon, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg teaches the end of klal zayin and the beginning of klal chet in Sefer Chafetz Chaim. The class speaks about the laws of lashon hara as they relate to family members.
Teaching Children to be Givers
Posted onIn this chinuch class on inspiring our children, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller provides parents and teachers with guidance and advice on how to teach children the value of chesed, giving to others.
Helping Children Appreciate their Siblings
Posted onIn this chinuch class, Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller talks about combating sibling rivalry and helping children cultivate positive relationships with their brothers and sisters.
Perek 47: The Destruction of the Pelishtim
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David teaches chapter 47, which describes the destruction of the Pelishti nation. Rabbi David discusses the origins of the Philistine nation, and explains why they deserved destruction.
Believing Lashon Hara: Rumors and Newspapers
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class) on the laws of proper speech, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg teaches Sefer Chofetz Chaim klal 7, paragraphs 3-6, which contain proof that one may not repeat rumors or other lashon hara, even if two or more people say it. He also discusses whether one may talk negatively or believe negative reports about reshaim.
Shavuot for Kids
Posted onRebbetzin Tziporah Heller discusses how to prepare our children for the holiday of Shavuot, and how to help them appreciate the gift of Torah.
Perek 46: Egypt’s Downfall
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David expounds on Yirmiyahu”s prophesy of desctruction for Egypt. Just as they were arrogant and boastful at the time of Yetziat Mitrayim, the redemption from Egypt, and they were destroyed, Hashem will destroy this arrogant nation again.
Perek 45: More Conditions for Nevua
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David illustrates more of the conditions needed in order to receive nevua. One condition is being in Eretz Yisrael. Another is being deemed worthy. Some holy people may study to be a navi for years, but if they do not have a certain genetic predisposition, they will not merit speaking with Hashem through the medium of Nevua.
Perek 45, Part 2: The Process of Becoming a Navi
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David explains the process of becoming a Navi, using the Rambam and other sources, and shows how this affected Baruch ben Neria’s failed quest to become a Navi.
Perek 45: Yirmiyahu’s Prophesy to Baruch ben Neria
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David expounds upon the short chapter 45, which contains the prophesy of destruction which Yirmiyahu told his student Baruch ben Neria.
Sefirat Ha’omer and Lag Ba’omer for Children
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In this Torah shiur (class) on chinuch, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller speaks about how to explain the ideas of Sefirat Ha’omer and Lag Ba’omer to children.
Teshuva for Accepting Lashon Hara
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class) on the laws of Shemiras Halashon (proper speech), Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg teaches the end of klal 6 of Sefer Chofetz Chaim, which speaks about doing teshuva for accepting lashon hara. Rabbi Ginsburg continues with klal 7, discussing unique cases where one may not accept lashon hara.
Permitted Suspicion
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class) on the laws of Shemiras Halashon (proper speech), Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg teaches klal 6 paragraphs 7-10 of Sefer Chofetz Chaim, which go into the details of whether it is permitted to believe negative speech. One may be cautious concerning certain negative reports, although one may not fully believe them.
Talmud Torah
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on chinuch, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller speaks about how to give over the value and how to transmit the sweetness of Torah study. Rebbetzin Heller also discusses how to chose an appropriate school for a child, and the importance of having a relationship with the child’s school.
Making Pesach Meaningful
Posted onIn this chinuch shiur on Pesach, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller continues her hashkafic guidance and practical tips for making the holiday meaningful and enjoyable for our children.
The Seder Night: Inspiring and Involving our Children
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on chinuch habanim, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller talks about how to maximize the educational experience for our children on the first night of Pesach, at the Seder.
Gifts Earned from Exile
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In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman continues to learn the Chassidic understanding of exile. In this class, Rabbi Reichman discusses the gifts the Jewish People earn through the experience of Galut, exile.
Teaching Our Children the Meaning of Purim
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class) on chinuch, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller speaks about how to make Purim meaningful for our children, and how to deepen their appreciation for this holiday.
Lessons of Exile
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman continues his series on the Chassidut interpretation of exile.
Perek 44
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David discusses perek 44.