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On Shabbat Hagadol, the Great Shabbat before Pesach, we zoom out to see the bigger picture of Jewish history and redemption.
The four cups at the Seder reflect stages of the Exodusâbut thereâs a fifth cup too.
It symbolizes the coming of the Mashiach and our ultimate redemption.
Pesach isnât just about the pastâitâs about where weâre going.
Jewish history isnât complete without Eretz Yisrael and the Geulah.
This year, letâs not forget the bigger picture.
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Jewish customs arenât just rulesâtheyâre personal, meaningful, and often passed down through generations.
On Seder night, while halakhah gives us the structure, itâs our minhagimâour customsâthat bring it to life. Each family becomes a storyteller, adding their unique voice to the larger Jewish journey.
In this clip, I share a small but special family tradition: lifting my pinky during Kiddush. It may seem simple, but itâs deeply symbolic and woven into our mesorah.
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You can choose to be Bechar- chosen, or Barach-to flee.
Hashem chose us to receive the Torah and bring light to the world.
Each of us has a unique mission in this story â one that began in Egypt and continues today.
In every generation, we are called to see ourselves as if we left Egypt.This isnât just a memory. Itâs a calling.
Join the Jewish story. Step into your role. And find the light along the way.
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Dayenu â it would have been enough.
In this video, we dive into the meaning behind this powerful song from the Passover Seder.
Itâs more than a catchy tune â itâs a deep expression of gratitude.
Dayenu teaches us to appreciate every step of the journey: from the Exodus, to receiving the Torah, to entering the Land of Israel.
Each stage is a miracle. Each process is a gift.Letâs carry that mindset with us â not just on Pesach, but every day.
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The ancient cure for procrastination? Matzo.
Inspired by Rabbi Meir Soloveichik, we dive into a mystical Torah insight:
When the opportunity for a mitzvah comes, donât delay, act like matzo.
No waiting. No rising. Just faith in motion.
This Pesach, letâs move with purpose and take that first step, before doubt gets a chance to rise.
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B"HDid you know that Pharaoh might have been the first to mention Shabbat? When he refused to let the Israelites rest, he reinforced the idea that without Shabbat, time itself becomes a tyrantâenslaving people in endless labor, disconnecting them from purpose and holiness.
Shabbat isnât just a day off; itâs the essence of freedom. Itâs our weekly reminder that weâre not slaves to work, but souls with a higher calling. By keeping Shabbat, we reclaim our time, our purpose, and our connection to Hashem.
How does Shabbat help you feel free?
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Whoâs missing from your Seder?
Passover is a time of freedom, connection, and community. But what about the ones who arenât at the table the âfifth childâ who feels disconnected or alone?
This Seder night, letâs open our hearts and homes, reaching out to those who need it most. A kind word, an invitation, or a simple gesture can make all the difference.
Letâs use our words to uplift, inspire, and bring others closer. Because true freedom means no one is left behind. âš
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Passover teaches us something fundamental about identity and meaning.
There are two types of Jewish education: learning Torah and mitzvot, and knowing our story, the Exodus from Egypt.
In a world that emphasizes individuality, understanding our history, lineage, and shared purpose strengthens our Jewish identity.
Passover instills in our hearts a deep desire to belongâto the Jewish people, to the land of Israel, and to our divine mission:
to be a light to the nations and help bring the world to its ultimate perfection.
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Compassion isnât just about kindness, itâs about deep empathy and the desire to ease suffering.
In Hebrew, the word ârachamimâ (compassion) comes from ârechemâ (womb), symbolizing the nurturing care weâre meant to show others.
From the Ten Commandments to the Passover story, we see how Godâs compassion guides us to care for the vulnerable, because we, too, were once strangers.
Letâs bring more compassion into your daily life!
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Preparing matzah isnât just about the physical actâitâs about being fully present, intentional, and connected.
âMitzvos tzrichos kavanaâ teaches us that every mitzvah comes alive when we infuse it with heart and awareness. Letâs bring sacredness into our actions and deepen our connection to Hashem, others, and ourselves.
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One of the most underrated facts about Judaism â and one that inspires me to say Shana Tova to you right now â is that we actually have more than one New Year.
Of course, we all know Rosh Hashanah in Tishrei, the 7th month, which is the New Year for all of humanity, marking the creation of Adam HaRishon and celebrating human potential in Hashemâs world.
But the Jewish New Year â the one for the nation of Israel â actually happens right before Pesach, on the 1st of Nisan.
And the first mitzvah we ever got as a people was about TIME.Before leaving Mitzrayim, before freedom, Hashem tells us:If you want to be free, you have to learn to count time, to renew time, to start fresh.
This is the secret of Jewish time â you can always begin again. Every day, every prayer, every moment. Even 15 million times a day if you need to.
So wherever you are right now, take a deep breath and remember:Today is a new day.Shabbat Shalom, Shabbat HaChodesh Shalom, and may you have a beautiful, new beginning.
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Physical vs. spiritual slaverywhat can we learn from history?
The Israelites in Egypt endured harsh, meaningless labor, just as the Nazis used purposeless work to break the human spirit.
But work should have meaning, whether as part of our divine mission or in service of others.
May we all find fulfillment in work that aligns with our values and purpose.
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Rabbi Nachman teaches that learning Torah, especially when we innovate new insights, is a taste of the delight of the World to Come.
Each Jew has a unique portion of Torah to uncover, bringing new light into the world.
Whether youâre a therapist integrating psychology, a chef exploring food in Torah, or simply following what speaks to your heart, your insights matter.
The Talmud tells us to learn in the areas we desire, because every soul has something special to reveal. What part of Torah lights you up?
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Passover prep isnât just about cleaningâitâs about learning and connecting.
Jewish law teaches us to start preparing 30 days in advance,
because the mitzvah isnât just in the doing, but in the understanding.
The more we learn, the deeper our connection to freedomâboth then and now.
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Shabbatâthe Queen we welcome every week with joy, calm, and delight.
Arriving prepared and on time allows us to fully embrace its holiness.
Wishing the Jewish people and the whole world a peaceful and uplifting shabbat
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B"HTo be truly seen is to be transformed. âš
Yechidus with the Lubavitcher Rebbe is more than just a meetingâit is an encounter with the deepest part of your soul.
In those moments, there is no one else in the world. Just you, fully heard, understood, and uplifted. A glimpse of your purpose, reflected in the Rebbeâs eyes.
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Jealousy can either be a destructive force that fills us with resentment or a powerful motivator that pushes us toward growth.
Instead of allowing it to consume us with negativity, we can choose to be inspired by the success of others,
learning from their habits, wisdom, and skills.
When we shift our perspective, jealousy becomes an opportunity for self-improvement, driving us to reach greater heights while still remaining grateful for what we have.
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The special Havdalah ceremony marks the end of Shabbat, but it also holds deep meaning about the redemption of the Jewish people.
The verse from EstherâLaYehudim haita ora vâsimcha vâsason vâyikarâreminds us that redemption happens kima kima (little by little), just like the rising sun.
The colors blue and white, seen in the tzitzit and the flag of Israel, connect to this themeâpointing toward the ultimate redemption and the coming of Mashiach.
May we see mashiach soon, Amen!
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he story of Haman teaches us the importance of Jewish unity and love for one another.
The mitzvot of Purim, like giving gifts to the poor and sending food to friends, are meant to increase our sense of love, brotherhood, and peace.
Shabbat is also a time to practice speaking positively about others and building each other up.
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earing costumes on Purim isnât just for funâitâs a reminder that in this world,
weâre all âdressing up.â Hashem sees beyond appearances and looks at the heart.
Just like in Megillat Esther, where Hashemâs hand is hidden but guiding everything,
Purim teaches us to recognize His presence in our lives. Itâs a day for heartfelt tefillah, to see His revealed goodness and miracles.
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