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Why does Bringing the first fruits ( Bikurim ) guarantee that you will stay in the land of Eretz Yisrael as the Midrash says. Ki TavoFirst Fruit - Future Focus - P. Ki TavoDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Tavo | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2024-09-12 | 01:03:18 | |
power of the group and Rosh HashanaEntity , Enmeshment and Equality P. NitzavimDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Nitzavim-Vayeilech | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2023-09-02 | 01:06:25 | |
AmalekAmalek's Antidote P. Ki Tavo 5783Description | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Tavo | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2023-08-25 | 01:00:11 | |
How to fight the yeser hara - the evil in us.Proactive, Peaceful and Positive - P. Ki Teitzei and ElulDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Teitzei | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2023-08-18 | 00:56:24 | |
How to approach Elul and torah on the Maseiva ( Massive Prayer Stone ) Pillars: Perspective, People and Priorities - P. Shoftim and Intro to ElulDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Shoftim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2023-08-11 | 01:02:39 | |
we are special. Fundamental Ideas ...Underscoring Uniqueness - Parasha Ki TavoDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Tavo | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2022-09-08 | 01:01:36 | |
ElulPrefect Present - Parasha Ki Teitzei- ElulDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Teitzei | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2022-09-01 | 00:58:14 | |
MountainsMONUMENTAL MOMENT - Parasha DevarimDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Devarim | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2022-08-02 | 00:58:46 | |
Nitzavim - Life is a struggle. Get used to it. Life is Process. Recommends a Book that will change your life. A New Approach to Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur: Based On The Teachings of HaRav Yitzchak BerkovitsNitzavim 5781Description | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Nitzavim-Vayeilech | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2021-08-27 | 01:00:38 | |
Ki Tavo,,, This class is a classic . How do we relate to the favors people do for us? The favors Hashem does for us....Ki Tavo Appreciation Attunement and Atrophy vDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Tavo | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2021-08-25 | 01:02:25 | |
Ki TavoKi Tavo Appreciation Attunement and Atrophy v2Description | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Tavo | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2021-08-23 | ||
Ki Teisei Returning the sheep and returning soulsKi Teisi - Restoration and RejuvenationDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Teitzei | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2021-08-14 | 01:01:01 | |
Remarkable RootsRemarkable Roots Parasha NetsavimDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Nitzavim-Vayeilech | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2020-09-04 | 01:02:29 | |
Ki TavoParasha Ki Tavo Upholding and UpkeepingDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Tavo | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2020-09-01 | 00:56:49 | |
Exploring the brit, the covenant, between G-d and the Jewish People, at Har Sinai and in Arvot Moav at the end of 40 years in the Desert.Continuous CovenantDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Tavo | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2019-09-15 | 01:02:59 | |
In this class (shiur) on Parshat Ki Tavo, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses viduy maasrot, the confession prayer said after setting aside tithes. Continuous Compassion: Parshat Ki TavoDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Tavo | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2017-09-05 | 1:01:46 | |
In this class (shiur) on Parshat Ki Teizei, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the mitzvah of shiluach haken, sending away the mother bird.Refinement Redemption: Parshat Ki TeitzeiDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Teitzei | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2017-08-31 | 1:01:46 | |
In this class (shiur) on Parshat Ki Tavo, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses what Moshe told the Jewish people, “Hashem did not give you a heart to know or eyes to see or ears to hear until this day.” Did Hashem refuse to give them the ability to understand what these miracles meant to His relationship to Bnei Yisroel? What was different on this day that changed the present dynamic?Acquisition And Affirmation: Parshat Ki TavoDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Tavo | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2016-09-21 | 1:05:46 | |
In this class (shiur) Rebbetzin Shira Smiles discusses Parshat Ki TeitseiCore Character Parshat Ki TeitseiDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Teitzei | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2016-09-12 | 1:06:30 | |
In this class (class) shiur on Parshat Ki Tavo, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses the mitzvah of bikurim.The Source Of Self EffacementDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Tavo | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2015-09-23 | 57:04 | |
In this class (class) shiur on Parshat Ki Teitzei, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses our ongoing battle against the yetzer hara.The Big BattleDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Teitzei | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2015-08-26 | 1:01:45 | |
On Parshat Nitzavim, Mrs. Shira Smiles addresses the question: If Hashem tells us that teshuva and Torah are so close, why does it seem so far away to us?Accountability And AccessibilityDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Nitzavim-Vayeilech | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2014-09-11 | 1:05:16 | |
On Parshat Ki -Tavo, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses following in Hashem's ways and how practicing the mitzvot facilitates an outpouring of blessing from above.Modeling And MindfulnessDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Tavo | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2014-09-01 | 1:05:57 | |
On Parshat Nitzavim and Vayelech, Mrs. Shira Smiles speaks about the verse, "write this song for yourselves" and what song it's referring to.Symbiotic SongDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Nitzavim-Vayeilech | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2011-09-18 | 1:00:26 | |
On Parshat Ki Tavo, Mrs. Shira Smiles discusses how the curses found in the parsha are an awakening before Rosh Hashana.Judgment on JovialityDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Tavo | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2011-09-11 | 1:02:02 | |
Mrs. Chana Prero discusses the concept of prophecy, analyzing what exactly constitutes a prophet and what is the basis of believing in prophets.True ProphecyDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Shoftim | Mrs. Chana Prero | 2010-08-09 | 44:10 | |
Mrs. Chana Prero analyzes the command to keep the "entire mitzva" and the description of the desert experience in our parsha.Manna, Bread of Affliction?Description | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Eikev | Mrs. Chana Prero | 2010-07-26 | 53:01 | |
Rabbi Hanoch Teller relates the storyline of Parshat V'zot Habracha, with selected insights and comments.Parshat Vezot HabrachaDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vzot Habracha | Rabbi Hanoch Teller | 2009-10-26 | 19:40 | |
Rabbi Hanoch Teller speaks about Parshat Haazinu.Parshat HaazinuDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ha'azinu | Rabbi Hanoch Teller | 2009-09-15 | 32:47 | |
Rabbi Hanoch Teller speaks about Parshat Nitzavim and Vayelech.Parshat Nitzavim - VayelechDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Nitzavim-Vayeilech | Rabbi Hanoch Teller | 2009-09-09 | 29:46 | |
Rabbi Hanoch Teller discusses the storyline of Parshat Ki Tavo.Parshat Ki TavoDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Tavo | Rabbi Hanoch Teller | 2009-09-07 | 41:16 | |
Rabbi Hanoch Teller relates the storyline of Parshat Va-etchanan, with selected insights and comments.Parshat Va'etchananDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vaetchanan | Rabbi Hanoch Teller | 2009-09-02 | 33:56 | |
Rabbi Hanoch Teller relates the storyline of Parshat Devarim, with selected insights and comments.Parshat DevarimDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Devarim | Rabbi Hanoch Teller | 2009-09-01 | 42:01 | |
In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses Hashem's offer to Moshe Rabbeinu to look at the Land of Israel. Moshe Rabbeinu's look was not just a physical act; it's spiritual significance is analyzed according to the Shem MiShmuel.Parshat V'zot Habracha: The Look of Moshe RabbeinuDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vzot Habracha | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2008-10-23 | 47:35 | |
In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman analyzes Moshe Rabbeinu's comparison of Heaven and Earth to fulfilling the Torah's commandments. The Shem MiShmuel explains the symbolism of heaven and Earth as bodies which act completely in accordance with G-d's Will, an ideal which we all aspire to.Parshat Haazinu: Beyond Free WillDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ha'azinu | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2008-10-07 | 50:49 | |
In this shiur(class) Rabbi Hershel Reichman explains an enigmatic Midrash which explains the word Vayeilech as a form of a rebuke. Based on the Shem Mishmuel, Rabbi Reichman launches into a discussion about the causes of sin and how to prevent sinning.Parshat Vayeilech: Causes of SinDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Nitzavim-Vayeilech | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2008-10-06 | 49:23 | |
In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman expounds on the idea of bowing before G-d. This discussion is prompted by a difficult Midrash found in reference to this week's parsha, Parshat Ki Tavo. Based on the Shem Mishmuel, this class provides a Chassidic interpretation of an essential act of prayer. Parshat Ki Tavo: Submission to G-dDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Tavo | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2008-09-17 | 55:54 | |
In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman delves into the meaning of the bris (covenant) that takes place between Hashem and the Jewish People, in this week's parsha, Parshat Nitzavim. The Shem MiShmuel explains the underlying essence of the bris as the commitment to Hashem in all circumstances, both positive and negative.Parshat Nitzavim: Steadfast FaithDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Nitzavim-Vayeilech | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2008-09-14 | 48:42 | |
In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman expounds on this week's parsha, Parshat Ki Teizei, based on the Shem MiShmuel, which explains the secret to the Jewish people's success in war as a function of unity within us.Ki Teitzei: The Power of UnityDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Ki Teitzei | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2008-09-09 | 50:01 | |
This week's Parsha, Parshat Shoftim, discusses the Torah concept and details of war. Rashi writes that the merit of Shema Yisrael will protect Jewish soldiers. Rabbi Reichman explains this idea, based on the Shem MiShmuel, in terms of the connection between the mind and the heart of every Jew.Parshat Shoftim: Shema YisraelDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Shoftim | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2008-09-02 | 49:50 | |
This week's Parsha of Re'eh, the Torah discusses a dwelling for G-d within this world. In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Reichman compares the spiritual significance between the Mishkan in Shilo and the Beis HaMikdash in Jerusalem based on the explanation of the Shem Mishmuel. Parshat Re'eh: Dwelling of G-d: Shilo vs. JerusalemDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Re'eh | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2008-08-29 | 56:10 | |
In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman teaches Chassidut on the parsha, Parshat Eikev. The elements of mind and heart often conflict with one another. Yet, the Torah teaches how to combine mind and heart creating one powerful drive in the service of G-d. Parshat Eikev: Mind and Heart UnitedDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Eikev | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2008-08-27 | 52:05 | |
In this class on the Chassidic thought on Parshat Devarim, Rabbi Hershel Reichman elaborates on the interpretations of the Shem Mishmuel to Parshat Devarim. In this shiur, Rabbi Reichman discusses why the appointment of judges is part of the story of the Meraglim, and explains that Jewish wars involve a spiritual war as well as a physical war. Rabbi Reichman expands the topic with an analysis of the two types of yetzer hara, and reveals how the method of defeating all yitzrei hara is commitment to truth.Parshat Devarim: The Spiritual Wars of IsraelDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Devarim | Rabbi Hershel Reichman | 2008-08-07 | 56:16 | |
Discusses how through Moshe's request we gain a deeper understanding of the qualities of Eretz Yisrael.Beauty of Eretz YisraelDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vaetchanan | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-10-22 | 46:55 | |
Class 13 | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vaetchanan | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-10-21 | 44:40 | |
Explains Hashem's response to Moshe Rabbeinu's request.Rav LachDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vaetchanan | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-10-20 | 36:24 | |
Hashem's Response | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vaetchanan | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-10-19 | 48:42 | |
Class 10 | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vaetchanan | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-10-18 | 48:21 | |
Presents an understanding of Moshe's request to go into Eretz Yisrael.Prerequisites for Entering the Land of IsraelDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vaetchanan | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-10-17 | 47:26 | |
Addresses the question: What does "na" mean?Understanding the Word "Na"Description | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vaetchanan | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-10-16 | 17:28 | |
Class 7 | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vaetchanan | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-10-15 | 48:24 | |
Continues her deep analysis of the second passuk of Va'etchanan.Second PassukDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vaetchanan | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-10-14 | 54:23 | |
Va-etchanan-Moshe's Prayers | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vaetchanan | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-10-13 | 48:42 | |
Understanding the word "laimor".LaimorDescription | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vaetchanan | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-10-12 | 51:26 | |
Power of Prayer | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vaetchanan | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-10-11 | 47:34 | |
The First Passuk | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vaetchanan | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-10-10 | 49:09 | |
The First Rashi | Chumash Devarim, Parshat Vaetchanan | Rebbetzin Shira Smiles | 2006-09-25 | 47:34 |
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