The Torah Learning on this site is dedicated in memory of Rochel Leah bas R' Chaim Tzvi and R' Yisrael Menachem ben R' Binyamin.
Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller speaks about Torah as the source of Dveykut to Hashem. By bonding to the Torah’s wisdom, we come closer to Hashem’s Will, and ultimately are given the told with which to emulate G-d.
Based on the Sefer Maalot Hatorah by the brother of the Vilna Gaon
Rebbetzin Heller speaks about the Greek way of thinking, which is a fragmented outlook on the world, versus the Jewish unified perspective, and how this distinction relates to the miracles of the war and the lights.
Rabbi Hanoch Teller learns the basic storyline of Parshat Vayeishev.
Rabbi Moshe Nechemia Reichman expounds on Tosefot’s interpretation of Beit Hillel’s opinion that one may not recite kriat shema while laying down.
Mrs. Chana Prero delves into the enigmatic topic of Yehuda and Tamar’s relationship. Why did their relationship need to develop in an extraordinary way, and was their behavior considered appropriate?
On Parsha Vayeishev, Mrs. Shira Smiles focuses on one pasuk, to uncover some of the most fundamental aspects of the way Hashem interacts with us.
Explaining the symbolism of Yosef’s second dream, of the sun, moon, and stars.
In his class on this week’s parsha, Parshat Vayeishev, Rabbi Hershel Reichman explores Yaakov’s mission, which became the mission of the entire Jewish People: to gather the hidden sparks of holiness found in all corners of the world.
In this Torah shiur (class) on Achieving Balance, Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller answers real questions from Naaleh students across the globe. This class answers questions about how to raise happy children, how to fight the urge to speak lashon hara, coping with mental illness, developing bitachon despite not having a model of loving parents, finding the strength to forgive someone who has not apologized for wrongdoing, and more.
In this shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman explains the function of the angels in heaven as well as the Jewish people’s mission in this world. Stemming from an explanation of Yaakov’s encounter with Eisav, this class presents a fundamental view of life’s purpose.
Rabbi Avishai David discusses the background of Chanuka, the distinctions between Chanuka and Purim, Pirsumei Nisa, the Yesod of Chanuka, and the difference of order between the Rambam and the Shulchan Aruch, in memorial of the Mumbai victims.
Mrs. Chana Prero discusses the beginning of Parshat Vayishlach. Mrs. Prero analyzes Yaakov’s preparation for meeting Eisav. Each of Yaakov Avinu’s actions set a precedent for later events in Jewish history. In the course of the class, Mrs. Prero also expound on the concept of Maaseh Avot Siman Labanim.
Rabbi Moshe Nechemia Reichman discusses how the exemption of “Osek B’mitzvah patur min hamitzvah” applies to a mourner wearing tefillin.
Rabbi Hanoch Teller learns the parsha, Parshat Vayishlach.
On Parshat Vayishlach, Mrs. Shira Smiles concentrates on the struggle between Yaakov and the angel, and explains how the struggle represents the quintessential struggle between good and evil.
Discussing Yosef’s first dream, the dream of the stalks of wheat.
In this Torah shiur (class) on Achieving Balance, Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller answers real questions from Naaleh students across the globe. This class answers questions about how to raise happy children, how to fight the urge to speak lashon hara, coping with mental illness, developing bitachon despite not having a model of loving parents, finding the strength to forgive someone who has not apologized for wrongdoing, and more.
Mrs. Shira Smiles reveals its essence and inner depth in memory of the Mumbai Victims.
Rabbi Hanoch Teller learn the story of Parshat Vayeitzei.
In this shiur (class), Rabbi Michael Taubes explains the various halachot of the three meals we eat on Shabbat. This class provides the background as well as current halachik scenarios concerning the Shabbat meals.
In this shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman explains the Medrash which says that the angels of Yakov’s dream represent the four kingdoms which will subjugate the Jewish people. Based on the Shem MiShmuel’s understanding of this medrash, Rabbi Reichman explains how Yaakov Avinu paved the way for our survival in the trying times of exile.
Mrs. Chana Prero discusses Yaakov’s dream of the angels ascending and descending a ladder to Heaven, as he travels to Charan. This class, which does not assume any knowledge of Hebrew or familiarity with textual study, discusses why Yaakov received the vision at this juncture, and what this dream represents.
Rabbi Moshe Nechemia Reichman discusses how the exemption of “osek b’mitzvah patur min hamitzvah” applies to giving tzedaka.
In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Reichman discusses this week’s parsha, Parshat Vayeitzei, according to the interpretation of the Shem MiShmuel.
In his discussion on Parshat Vayetzei, Rabbi Hershel Reichman expounds upon Yaakov Avinu’s dream of angels going up and down the ladder from heaven. In addition, he explains this dream’s particular significance in our understanding of crossroads in our lives.
On Parshat Veyeitzei, Mrs. Shira Smiles explains the significance of Yaakov’s interaction with the shepherds at the well.
Exploring the motivations for Jealousy and the antidote for it.
In this shiur (class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson presents the halachot (laws) regarding actions before and during the daily prayers. Based on the Kitzur Shulcha Aruch, this class provides a clear framework for our approach to praying before G-d.
Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller defines what Torah is and what our relationship to Torah should be.
In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman explains the fundamental difference between Yaakov and Eisav and why Yitzchak wanted to bless Eisav. Based on the teachings of the Shem MiShmuel, this class presents two approaches towards dealing with evil.
