Shavuot: Regeneration & Rejoicing
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Shavuot, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the custom of decorating our homes and shuls with greenery on Shavuot.
Amalek: Eradicating Evil
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Parshat Zachor, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the mitzva to eradicate Amalek.
Hallel at the Seder
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In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the mitzva of reciting Hallel at the Seder.
Practical Applications of the Laws of Muktza
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In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical applications of Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson begins the laws of Muktza. This class introduces the background to the prohibition, and uses real objects to demonstrate its application.
A Temporary Dwelling
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In this shiur (Torah class) on the laws of Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson provides an overview of the halachot of putting up a temporary dwelling, an ohel arai.
Prophetic Studies
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In this Torah class (shiur) on prophesy, Rabbi Avishai David describes the phenomenon of the ‘b’nei hanevi’im’, the student of the Neviim, who worked to try and attain the level of prophesy. Rabbi David also discusses the unique relationship of Eliyahu and Elisha, and ends with a description of the difficulties and challenges that prophets faced from the Jewish people.
Serving Hashem For the Right Reasons
Posted onIn this Torah class Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen discusses the right outlook on Torah learning
Journeys of the Soul
Posted onParshat Mattot-Masei, Rebbetzin Heller teaches that Hashem’s intention in bringing us to new places is for us to tap into the spiritual potential of each place.
Rosh Hashana – Recognizing Reality
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In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses Rosh Hashana.
Aspiring Acceptance
Posted onIn this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira smiles discusses the holiday of Shavout.
Hidden Miracles in the Megilla
Posted onIn this Torah class (shiur) on Purim, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg takes us a journey through the megilla, showing the myriad miracles buried in the seemingly mundane parts of the story of Purim.
Hallel on Pesach, Part 2
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Avishai David continues exploring the recitation of Hallel on Pesach.
Borer, Part 6
Posted onIn this interactive Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat Rabbi Simon Isaacson and Dr. Edo Lavi demonstrate the principles and practical applications of the Melacha of Borer, separating. The class uses real objects and examples from typical home life in illustrating the halachot (laws).
Boneh: Prohibited Construction
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson introduces the melacha of Boneh, building, both conceptually and practically.
Disciples of Neviim
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class) on prophesy, Rabbi Avishai David discusses the process of studying under a Navi, and delves into the details of two famous Navi-Disciple relationships; Moshe Rabbenu with Yehoshua bin Nun, and Eliyahu Hanavi with Elisha Hanavi.
Talmud Torah
Posted onIn this Torah class Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen discusses when would it be allowed to stop learning Torah for the sake of a different Mitzvah
Priorities – Parshat Mattot-Masei
Posted onMrs. Shira Smiles discusses this week’s parsha, Parshat Mattot-Masei. In this shiur, she speaks about how the tribes of Reuven and Gad wanted to settle by the Jordan river for the sake of their children. G-d blessed them with lots of cattle and it was therefore through taking care of their cattle that they served G-d. But, we must not lose focus that our children take precedence over everything.
Sovereignty and Sweetness
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Rosh Hashana, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the minhag of dipping challah and apples into honey, and what the significance is of the honey.
Ruth: Core of Chessed
Posted onIn this Torah class (shiur) on the holiday of Shavuot, Mrs. Shira Smiles talks about the connection between Megillat Rut and Matan Torah.
Purim- Trees Treason
Posted onIn this class(shiur) Rebbetzin Shira Smiles discusses Purim.
Hallel on Pesach
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Avishai David speaks about the mitzvah of reciting Hallel on Pesach.
Borer, Part 5
Posted onIn this interactive Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Simon Isaacson and Dr. Edo Lavi demonstrate the principles and practical applications of the Melacha of Borer, separating. The class uses real objects and examples from typical home life in illustrating the halachot (laws).
Hashma’at Kol: Noise on Shabbat
Posted onIn this Torah class (shiur) on the halachos of Shabbos, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson explains the laws pertaining to making loud noises on Shabbat, such as alarm clocks, clapping and dancing on Shabbos, etc.
The Navi as Leader
Posted onIn this Torah class on the nature of prophesy, Rabbi Avishai David describes the various leadership roles presented in the Torah. The Jewish people are led by the Melech (king), the Sanhedrin (Supreme Court of Jewish Judges), the Cohen Gadol (High Priest), and by the Navi (prophet). This shiur focuses on the unique relationship and interaction between a Navi and Melech.
The Words of Shimon Hatzadik
Posted onIn this Torah class Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen discusses the words of Rabbi Shimon Hatzadik
Time
Posted onRebbetzin Heller shares a short insight on time.
Practical Muktza, Part 3
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on practical aspects of Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues to explore the laws of muktza, using real objects and hands on situations to illustrate its applications.
Applications of Makeh B’Patish
Posted onIn this Torah class (shiur) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson explains some of the practical examples of finishing items, such as clothing, dishes, and hair.
False Prophets
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on prophesy, Rabbi Avishai David teaches the definition of a false prophet, based on Maimonides’ discussion in Mishneh Torah.
Tzedaka
Posted onIn this Torah class Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen discusses the power of Tzedaka