TorahCast

Enjoy this brief series on kavana in tefila - what are we supposed to be thinking about? What happens if we become distracted? How do we restore focus? A fascinating exploration of the halachic and philosophical approaches to bringing meaning into prayer.

Halachic and philosophical discussion of the obligation to pray with a minyan and in shul. How do we prioritize between supporting one's local shul vs davening with greater intensity? Beit Medresh vs Beit Knesset. The individual's obligation weighed against the mitzvah of supporting a community and a shul.

Rabbi Yona Reiss, Av Beth Din of the cRc with a comprehensive overview of the laws of Halachic Wills, Inheritance, and Health Care Proxy. As well as Tamara Kushnir Groman JD, from CJE Senior Life, with practical legal counsel and personal advice on how to talk with family about end of life care and decision making

Purim is a challenging time for those grappling with addiction, triggering them and placing them and their families at risk. The Recovery Chevra aims to provide a place to go, where others understand your struggle and can support you through the process of recovery.

The rise and fall of a radical movement in Chassidut, what made Kotzk so unique? Why it ultimately failed?

Part 2 of series on Chassidic masters

Part one of series on the foundations and major personalities in Chassidut Includes a biographical sketch as well as philosophical underpinnings of the Baal Shem Tov's ideas.