Afleveringen
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Real Change Canâand Should!âBe Uncomfortable
True goodness isnât only about following your instinctsâitâs about reshaping them. The Torahâs mitzvot of giving donât just teach generosity; they force us to break our natural tendencies, surrender control, and give even when itâs uncomfortable. This class explores why real growth means going beyond what feels right and learning to do what is right.
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Learning to Love Even the Difficult Relatives
Weâre commanded to love every Jew as ourselvesâbut how is that realistic? This class uncovers the Torahâs strategy for cultivating genuine love through action and through learning Rabbi Akivaâs insight: Weâre not just a nation; weâre a family.
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Transforming Harmful Speech into Hidden Gems of the Soul
This lesson reexamines tzaraat as a powerful message about the impact of our words. Through Rashiâs commentary, discover how avoiding gossip and embracing mindful speech can transform negativity, uncover hidden potential, and elevate the way we communicate and live.
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Whatâs True Today Is True Today
In what seems to be a curious exchange between the brothers Moses and Aaron, we learn how they debated what it means to serve G-d authentically. This class uncovers how each mitzvah is a genuine step toward G-d, even if tomorrowâs truth outgrows todayâs.
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A timeless cup that overflows with hope
Elijahâs cup at the seder stands as more than just a customâitâs a symbol of our unshakable belief in redemption. This lesson delves into its origins, halachic mysteries, and enduring message of faith, connecting past promises to future hope.
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The Torahâs approach to accountability and healing
Does healing absolve the need for amends? Learn how the Torah balances personal resilience with moral accountability, emphasizing that true repentance begins with repairing harm to others?.
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How the stories we live are worth repeating
Why does the Torah recount the Mishkanâs construction in such detail? This class delves into Rashiâs commentary to reveal how repetition highlights the profound significance of our shared stories?.
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How structure and inspiration fuel spiritual life
Does religion stifle spirituality? This lesson explores the balance between discipline and Divine inspiration through Rashiâs take on the Mishkanâs construction and its profound link to Shabbos?.
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Balancing autonomy and faith in a world of endless choices
In a world of limitless choices, is religion a restriction or a liberation? By diving into the Purim story, this lesson uncovers how individuality and free will play a starring role in spiritual life. King Achashveroshâs feast holds surprising lessons about balancing autonomy with faith.
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Discovering the spiritual magic of Chasidic gatherings
Step into the world of the Chasidic farbrengenâa warm, transformative gathering that echoes the sacred connections of the Tent of Meeting. Learn how these vibrant, heartfelt get-togethers bring Jews closer to each other and to G-d, infusing life with spiritual vitality, unity, and joy.
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From acacia wood in the wilderness to the sparks of holiness within us, this lesson uncovers G?dâs timeless signs of redemption. Discover how Jacobâs foresight and Rashiâs wisdom inspire unshakable belief in Mashiachâs imminent arrival?.
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Turning law into love and duty into connection
Is Judaism just a rulebook, or is it something deeper? This class explores the dual layers of the Mount Sinai experienceâG-dâs laws as a manual for life, and the covenant as a bond of love. Discover how the Torahâs narrative structure invites us to balance discipline with devotion, creating a relationship with G-d thatâs both structured and personal.
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Why Jews pray even when they donât have to
At the shores of the Red Sea, the Jewish people prayedânot out of fear, but because prayer is what Jews do. Explore the profound idea that prayer isnât just a plea for help: itâs an intrinsic expression of love and connection with G-d.
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Passing the torch of faith to the next generation
Explore the meaning behind the Simple Sonâs question in the Passover Haggadah and uncover Rashiâs profound insights into the concept of âtomorrow.â This lesson bridges generational divides, offering timeless strategies to connect with those who seem worlds apart?.
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Can doubts strengthen belief? This class redefines the role of difficult questions in Judaism, showing how challenges can deepen our understanding and connection to Torah.
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Scholars and clergy are great, but theyâre not the ideal Jew. What is the ultimate goal for all of us? The story of two defiant midwives in ancient Egypt and their Divine reward offers a profound clue.
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The Jewish people have faced many challenges, some self-inflicted, yet weâve always persevered. Jacobâs parting blessing to his son Benjamin teaches that no challenge is insurmountable.
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When Joseph, still in disguise, threatens to keep Benjamin, Judah steps up and throws a tantrum. What happened to diplomacy? Discover the importance of standing up for what you believe in.
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Why must we put in effort if G-d is the one doing everything? Explore the purpose of our efforts and where our work ends and G-dâs begins, through the story of Chanukah.
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Who builds a city on a mountain slope? An ancient Mesopotamian city captures a key Jewish tenet: two people can be on the same slope but moving in different directions. The lesson? Always aim for the upward trajectory.
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