The Laws of Kiddush
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the various halachot that pertain to a cup upon which a bracha is made: the procedure for drinking the wine, and how much must be consumed.
Gratitude and Subservience
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In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Tehillim, Rabbi Avishai David continues his exposition of Hallel, with an in-depth explanation of the second half of Psalm 116. David Hamelech undergoes a transformation in this perek, from one with gratitude for Hashem’s kindness, to a completely devoted servant who never stops thinking of his Master
Sewing Situations: Tofer Demonstrations, Part 2
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In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical applications of Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson relates more examples of the Melacha (prohibited activity) of Tofer (sewing). This class utilizes actual items that one may want to attach to each other on Shabbat, and discusses permitted and prohibited methods of doing so.
Muktza, Part 8: Basis
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In this Torah shiur (class) on the laws of Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues his overview of the laws of Muktza. Rabbi Isaacson introduces the concept of ‘basis l’davar ha’assur,’ a base on which one puts an object that it muktza machmat gufo.
Perakim 14 & 15: Menashe’s Legacy
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In his class on Sefer Yirmiyahu, chapters 14 and 15, Rabbi Avishai David discusses the importance of prayer as a means to receiving adequate rain. He then discusses Rambam’s description of the function of a Navi. Going on to chapter 15, Rabbi David speaks about the concepts of reward and punishment, and deals with the question of how one can be punished for another’s sins. The Navi ends this chapter on a positive note and Rabbi David focuses on the Malbim’s question of how a Navi receives of prophecy of destruction, while he must be in a joyous state of mind to receive prophecy.
The Heritage of the Kings of David
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David reveals the function of the kings of the House of David, as seen through the Torah and the Navi. Rabbi David examines the reign of various Kings of Judea, showing how they negated the principles of Mishpat and Tzedakka that they were supposed to uphold.
Prophetic Actions
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In this Torah class (shiur) on Nevua, Prophesy, Rabbi Avishai David presents various views of the commentators on whether actions taken together with a prophesy were literally performed, or were prophetic visions. Rabbi David describes the opposing opinions of Ramban and the Rambam, and the Abarbanel’s compromise position.
The Path Of God
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In this class (shiur) Rabbi Hershel Reichman continues to teach Jewish Parenting.
Mishnayot Brachot Perek Eight
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In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman learns the eighth perek (chapter) of Mishnayot Brachot in memory and in the zechut of Naomi Sherr HY”D, who was killed in Mumbai, India.
Mishnayot Pesachim, Perek Eight
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the eighth perek of Mishnayot Pesachim in memory of Neria ben Yitzchak Cohen, who lost his life during the terror attack on Yeshivat Merkaz Harav.
Between Man and Man
Posted onThe last five Commandments all deal with man’s relationship to his fellow man. Yet a deeper look into these commandments reveals an outlook on the divinity found in every person and situation.
The 3 Pillars on Which the World Stands
Posted onIn this Torah Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen dicusses the 3 Pillars on which the worl is standing from the Sefer Avos D’Rabbi Nosson
Beginning Zecharia
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Rabbi Hanoch Teller begins to explain the difficult prophesy of Zecharia HaNavi.
Rejuvenating Our Bond
Posted onRabbi Moshe Weinberger continues learning the ma’amar of the Alter Rebbe, Atem Nitzavim. This segment primarily focuses on various aspects of Rosh Hashana, yet its essential teachings are applicable in all times of the year.
Succot: Unity Underscored
Posted onMrs. Shira Smiles examines the connection between Succot and the previous holidays of Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur. Mrs. Smiles also speaks about the idea that Succot is the time of our rejoicing.
Parshat Behar-Bechukotai: Every Person Counts
Posted onRabbi Hanoch Teller talks about the combined parsha, Parshat Behar-Bechukotai. Rabbi Teller discusses the Torah perspective on the manner in which we view and act towards other people.
Stumbling Block
Posted onIn this Torah class Dayan Shlomo Cohen discusses the Halachic Issue of a Stumbling – Block in the Torah
Muktza, Part 7: Muktza Machmat Gufo, Part II
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In this Torah shiur (class) on the laws of Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues his overview of the laws of Muktza, objects which may not be moved on Shabbat. This session focuses on items classified as Muktza Machmas Gufo, an object whose innate function makes it muktza on Shabbat.
Perakim 14 & 15
Posted onRabbi Avishai David examines the structure of Yirmiyahu’s three overtures.
Perakim 21 and 22: Justice and Charity
Posted onIn this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Yirmiyahu, Rabbi Avishai David compares the content and structure of perek 21, which is addressed to the king, and perek 22, which is addressed to the king and the nation at the Beit Hamikdash. Rabbi David quotes the works of Rabbi Joseph Ber Soloveitchik and Rabbi Aharon Soloveitchik as he defines the nuances within justice, as demonstrated with the many terms for justice which are mentioned in the Torah.
Concrete Predictions
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class) on the nature of Prophesy, nevua, Rabbi Avishai David surveys the many examples of prophesies which were delivered together with a concrete action, which served as a portent of the future.
The Project Of Parenting
Posted onIn this class (shiur) Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the big project called Parenting.
Mishnayot Brachot Perek Seven
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman learns the seventh perek (chapter) of Mishnayot Brachot in memory and in the zechut of Allan Sherr , HY”D, who was killed in Mumbai, India .
Mishnayot Pesachim, Perek Seven
Posted onIn this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Reichman discusses the seventh Perek of Mishnayot Pesachim in memory of Yonadav Chaim ben Tzemach Hirschfeld, who lost his life during the terror attack on Yeshivat Merkaz Harav.
Day of Rest
Posted onRebbetzin Tziporah Heller explains how the way we keep Shabbos is designed to ensure that it becomes a spiritually meaningful day.
The Torah approach to To Planting our Fields
Posted onIn this Torah class Rabbi Yitzchak Cohen discusses the approach to planting a Field according to Torah way as discussed in the book Avos D’Rabbi Nosson
Chaggai- Part 3
Posted onRabbi Hanoch Teller finishes his discussion of the prophet Chaggai.
Understanding a Bris
Posted onRabbi Weinberger discusses the concept of a bris from a different chassidic source, Chassidus Mevueres.
Sukkot- Reaching For The Stars
Posted onMrs. Shira Smiles discusses how the Sukkah is a paradigm for seeing the stars within ourselves. We must recognize the inherent greatness that Hashem imparted to us and that He believes in us and shines His light through us.
Parshat Behar: Walking with G-d
Posted onRabbi Avishai David discusses the Torah concept that the way in which we “walk” with G-d in return effects the way G-d will “walk” with us.