The Torah Learning on this site is dedicated in memory of Rochel Leah bas R' Chaim Tzvi and R' Yisrael Menachem ben R' Binyamin.
The Jewish calendar is chock full of special days that have a unique influence on us and help us come closer to Hashem. The Torah calls the holidays, moadim, times of meeting with Hashem. This series of classes explores the transformative power of Shabbat, Rosh Chodesh, the fast days, and other Jewish holidays around the year. Popular classes include insightful lectures on The Days of Awe which takes a comprehensive look at this emotionally charged period, particularly focusing on the Rosh HaShana and Yom Kippur prayers, explaining their structure, logical sequence, meaning, and symbolism. Students also examine Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik’s important work on Jewish Thought, Al HaTeshuva, which discusses repentance and self-improvement as a means to growth and ascension in service of Hashem. In Jerusalem: Echoes of Lament, a range of Naaleh teachers explore such thought-provoking questions as what were the causes of this destruction? What should we do to return to our former glory as G-d’s Holy people? How can we deepen our appreciation of Jewish unity in order to rectify the sin of disunity that caused the destruction? Other topics include classes on Chanuka, Tu B’shevat, Purim, Pesach, Shavuot, Sefira, Lag B’aomer, and the Three Weeks.
Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum provides inspirational insights about the message of the dreidel, live from the Old City of Jerusalem. (Because of the unusual venue of the shiur, there are lots of authentic ‘Old City’ background sounds.)
Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum shares more wisdom from beside the tomb of the Maccabees in the anceint town of Modiin.
Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses the Holiday of Chanukah.
In this Torah shiur (class) on Chanuka, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller shows us how to incorporate the lessons of Chanuka, and the struggle with the forces of Yavan (Hellenism), into our daily existence.
In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the underlying spiritual conflict between the Jews and the Greeks. Based on the Shem MiShmuel, this class provides an understanding of the basic Jewish belief system.
In this shiur (Torah class) on Chanuka, Mrs. Shira Smiles raises the question of what is so unique and special about the miracle of Chanuka? Additionally, why are we thanking G-d for the war in the prayer of Al Hanissim?
In this Torah shiur (class) on the connection between Chanuka and the parshiot of Vayeishev and Mikeitz, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg explains five ways in which the themes of Chanuka and the story of Yosef being sent down to Egypt are intrinsically related.
In this Torah shiur (class) on Chodesh Kislev, Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum explores the essence of the month and the hidden light.
In this Torah shiur (class) on Chanuka, Mrs. Shira Smiles raises the question of why, in Al HaNissim, we give thanks to Hashem for wars.
In this Torah shiur (class) on Chanuka, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the idea that within the galut of Yavan, there was rectification of the sale of Yosef.
In this class (shiur) Mrs. Shira smiles gives insight into Chanuka.
In this class (shiur) Rabbi Hershel Riechman discusses the Holy Day Of Shabbos.
Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses what is the judgment of Rosh Hashana focused on.
Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses the Students Of Rabbi Akiva.
Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses The Power Of The Month Of Iyar.
Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses the Holiday of Pesach.
Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses the Connection between the Month Of Adar and Nissan.
Rebbetzin Leah Kohn discusses Happiness in the month of Adar.
Rebbetzin Leah Kohn the Month Of Adar.
Rebbetzin Leah Kohn gives insight into the month of Kislev as it relates to the month of Chanuka, as well as the power of the Tribe of Binyamin.
In this class (shiur) Mrs. Dina Schoonmaker gives insight into Chanuka and gratitude
In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefirat HaOmer, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the statement of the Sfas Emes that the entire year is spiritually dependent on these days.
In this Torah class (shiur) on the month of Elul, Mrs. Shoshie Nissenbaum explores the process of teshuva, including practical steps on acquiring a mindset of return. Mrs. Nissenbaum talks about the importance of our thoughts on Rosh Hashana, and how positive thinking will help us in the day of judgement.
In this shiur (Torah class) on chinuch, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller guides parents and educators on how to make Chanukah meaningful for our children, with age-appropriate stories and discussions which will deepen their appreciation for this holiday.
In this Torah class (shiur) on the story of Yehuda and Tamar, Mrs. Shira Smiles begins the topic by exploring why this episode is placed in the middle of the narrative of the sale of Yosef
In this chinuch class on making Torah concepts real to children of all ages, Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller guides parents on how to introduce children to the mindset of Elul and the themes of Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur on three levels; early childhood, middle childhood, and teens.
The final class on the Haftora of Shabbat Shuva, discussing the centrality of Eretz Yisrael and the meaning of the verse ‘Hashem’s ways are straight’. The lesson for us is to take every circumstance in life and utilize it to better serve Hashem.
