Putting on Tefillin Between Kriat Shma and Shemoneh Esrai
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Rabbi Moshe Nechemia Reichman teaches the discussion of whether one may put on tefillin in a part of the davening that may not be interrupted, such as between Shma and the Amida.
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.
Yitro’s Visit
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Mrs. Chana Prero analyzes the conversation between Yitro and Moshe when Moshe urges Yitro to join the Jewish Nation on their journey to the Promised Land.
Triumphant Travels
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On Parsha Beha’alotcha, Mrs. Shira Smiles focuses on the description of how the Jewish people camped in the desert, and on the topic of the ‘chatzotzrot’, the trumpets.
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
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In 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.
The Pitfalls of Envy
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In this short Torah shiur (class) on developing positive midot, Rabbi Hanoch Teller describes the pitfalls of allowing oneself to be jealous of others.
Shavuot Connection
Posted onOn Parshat Nasso, Mrs. Shira Smiles examines the significance of this Parsha always being read on the Shabbat after Shavuot.
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.
Avoid Shaming Others
Posted onIn this short Torah shiur (class) on mitzvot bein adam l’chaveiro, Rabbi Hanoch Teller talks about how to avoid hurting others, and developing sensitivity to their weaknesses.
The Evil of Humiliation
Posted onIn this short Torah class on proper human interaction, Rabbi Hanoch Teller talks about the damage caused when one humiliates another.
How to Limit Anger
Posted onIn this short Torah class on sensitivity to others, Rabbi Hanoch Teller shares tips for how to limit and control our anger.
Mitzvat Asei Shehazman Grama
Posted onRabbi Moshe Nechemia Reichman discusses the definition of a mitzvat asei shehazman grama, a time-bound positive commandment.
Dealing with Angry People
Posted onIn this short Torah class on developing character, Rabbi Hanoch Teller discusses the challenges of dealing with angry people.
Reciting Parshat Tzitzit at Night
Posted onRabbi Moshe Nechemia Reichman teaches the Gemara’s debate over reciting the third parsha of kriyat Shma, known as Parshat Tzitzit, after nightfall.
The Leviim’s Job
Posted onMrs. Chana Prero discusses the jobs of the Leviim in the Mishkan (Tabernacle) and Beit Hamikdash (Temple).
Legitimate Pride – The Devastation of Anger
Posted onIn this short Torah shiur (class) on relating to others, Rabbi Hanoch Teller explains how pride can be a virtue and discusses how to destroy anger within ourselves.
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.
Avoid Arrogance
Posted onIn this short Torah class on sensitivity to others, Rabbi Hanoch Teller talks about combating the negative trait of arrogance within us.
Fundamentals of Maintaining Humility
Posted onIn this short Torah shiur (class) on developing proper midot, Rabbi Hanoch Teller discusses the attribute of humility, and how one should work on incorporating it into one’s character.
The Curses: A Historical Perspective
Posted onMrs. Chana Prero analyzes the curses in parshat Bechukotai and discusses when they were fulfilled.
Cultivating Humility
Posted onIn this short Torah class on human relations, Rabbi Hanoch Teller speaks about how one can try attain the trait of humility.
Rewarding Reward
Posted onOn Parshiyot Behar and Bechukotai, Mrs. Shira Smiles focuses on the blessings and curses contained in Bechukotai, which is relevant to our preparation for Shavuot.
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.
Daf 14B: The Bracha of Ga’al Yisrael
Posted onRabbi Moshe Nechemia Reichman begins Daf 14B, with a discussion of the bracha of go’al Yisrael, which precedes the Shemoneh Esrai.
Tasting Food on a Fast Day
Posted onRabbi Moshe Nechemia Reichman explains the Gemara’s discussion of the parameters of the prohibition to eat on a fast day.
The One Who Cursed
Posted onMrs. Chana Prero analyzes the topic of a person who “blessed G-d” and the relevant laws.
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.