Podcasts about Adar

The Gemara in Masechet Ta'anit (29b) states that if a Jew has a court case against a gentile, he should try to avoid scheduling the case for the month of Ab, which is a time when our nation's "Mazal" ("luck") is compromised. He should instead try to schedule the hearing for the joyous month of Adar, which is a time of good "Mazal" for the Jewish Nation. A number of commentators raised the question of how to reconcile this teaching with the rule famously established by the Gemara elsewhere, in Masechet Shabbat (156a), "En Mazal Le'Yisrael" – the Jewish Nation is not governed by the forces of "Mazal" that affect the rest of the world. If, indeed, three is no such thing as "Mazal" as far as Am Yisrael is concerned, then why are we told that we have good "Mazal" during Adar and poor "Mazal" during Ab? The Ritba (Rav Yom Tob of Seville, Spain, 1250-1330) answers that Adar and Ab are exceptions to the rule. Although the Jewish Nation is generally not subject to the forces of "Mazal," Hashem decreed that these influences indeed affect us during these two months. Alternatively, the Ritba suggests, the Jewish People are indeed not influenced at all by "Mazal" at any time, and the Gemara in Ta'anit borrows the term "Mazal" to refer to Hashem's governance of His nation during the months of Adar and Ab. During Adar, He deals with us more graciously and compassionately, whereas in Ab, He deals with us more strictly and exactingly, and this is the Gemara's intent when it speaks of the "Mazal" during these months. A different answer was offered in light of Tosafot's comments to the Gemara's teaching "En Mazal Le'Yisrael." Tosafot explain that indeed, we, like all people on earth, are subject to the powers of "Mazal," but we have the ability to negate these forces through the merits of our Misvot. Accordingly, the Gemara in Maseches Ta'anit might be understood to mean that we require additional merits to overcome the harsh "Mazal" of the month of Ab. We are never helplessly at the mercy of "Mazal," as we always have the ability to earn Hashem's favor through out merits irrespective of our "Mazal," but during the month of Ab this is somewhat more difficult. In conclusion, it is worth noting the Gemara's startling comment in Masechet Mo'ed Katan (28a) that a person's lifespan, his ability to beget children, and his livelihood depend not on his merits, but rather on "Mazal." This seems to explicitly contradict the aforementioned rule of "En Mazal Le'Yisrael." In truth, however, Rav Menahem Meiri (Provence, 1249-1315) comments that the Gemara's statement in Mo'ed Katan reflects a minority view among the Sages, and has been resoundingly rejected. Therefore, the Meiri writes, one should never cease praying for everything he needs and wants, because our merits and G-d's mercy can overcome any "Mazal." Hacham Ovadia Yosef noted that the Rambam similarly followed this view, firmly stating that we are not affected at all by the forces of astrology. This is the position taken by many other Rabbis, as well. Until when specifically should a person delay his court hearing? The Magen Abraham (Rav Abraham Gombiner, Poland, 1635-1682) writes (551:1) in the name of Rabbenu Yeruham (Provence, 1290-1350) that one should delay the hearing until the onset of the month of Elul. According to this view, the inauspicious quality of the month of Ab extends throughout the entire month. By contrast, Rav Levi Yitzhak of Berditchev (1740-1809), in his work Kedushat Levi (Parashat Va'et'hanan) writes that the Gemara refers only to the first half of the month. Starting from the 15 th of Ab – Tu B'Av, which is a festive day – the remainder of the month is not considered inauspicious. Accordingly, some have ruled that already from Tu B'Ab there is no concern going to court. An allusion to this concept is the configuration of the divine Name associated with this month. The Kabbalists teach that the four letters that comprise the Name of "Havaya" (spelled Yod, Heh, Vav and Heh) can be arranged in twelve different sequences, and each sequence is associated with a different month. The month of Tammuz is associated with the reverse spelling – Heh, Vav, Heh and Yod – and this month is thus a month of calamity. The month of Ab is associated with the spelling Heh, Vav, Yod and Heh – with the first two letters reversed, and the second two letters in proper sequence. This alludes to the fact that the first half of the month of Ab is one of misfortune and tragedy, but the second half – starting from Tu B'Ab – is joyous. Hacham Ovadia Yosef, in Hazon Ovadia (p. 166), follows a third view, based on a passage in the Zohar (Yitro, 78b) stating that Esav took control of the month of Tammuz and the first nine days of the month of Ab. According to the Zohar, it seems, it is only through Tisha B'Ab that one should avoid a court hearing against a gentile, but already from the 10 th of Ab there is no concern. This is, indeed, the view of the Ben Ish Hai (Rav Yosef Haim of Baghdad, 1833-1909), in Parashat Debarim, 1). Summary: The Gemara teaches that a person who has a court case against a gentile should try to avoid scheduling the hearing for the month of Ab, which is a time of bad "Mazal." The commentators clarified that this does not mean we are helplessly subject to the forces of astrology and the like. We are always able to earn G-d's favor and compassion through prayer and good deeds, but in the month of Ab He deals with us somewhat more harshly, making it more difficult to earn His kindness. Different views exist as to when specifically one should avoid going to court. Hacham Ovadia Yosef rules that the concern is only through Tisha B'Ab; starting already on the 10 th of the Ab, one may go to court without any worry.

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For a 10% discount on Rabbi David Ashear's new book LIVING EMUNAH VOL 8 click the link below https://www.artscroll.com/Books/9781422644645.html The pasuk says at the beginning of this week's parasha that Balak saw all that Yisrael did to the Emorim and he became afraid. Rav Moshe Sternbuch asked, why did Balak become afraid specifically from the Jew beating the Emorim ? They had done much greater things before this which should have caused Balak to become afraid of them, like obliterating the Mitzrim or Kriyat Yam Suf . The Rabbi quoted from the Kli Yakar who answered, what Yirsrael did to the Emorim is referring to a different episode, namely when Yaakov Avinu, whose name is also Yisrael, defeated the Emorim with his tefilot back in parashat Vayechi , before Yetziat Mitzrayim . Balak said to himself, if the Jews can take down an entire nation using their prayers, how are we going to stand up to them? This is why he hired Bilaam, who also had powers with his mouth. Later on in the parasha , when Bilaam blessed the Jewish People, he was in awe of how they wake up every morning like lions to grab mitzvot , putting on tallit and tefillin and reciting keriyat shema . These are our greatest treasures. The more we use the power of our mouths for good, the more blessing will come down from Hashem. Rabbi Elimelech Biderman related a story that a rabbi from New York told him. The rabbi said this past year around Hanukah time, he read an amazing story about an older boy who was having a lot of difficulty finding his zivug. Baruch Hashem, this year, that boy got engaged on Thursday night, the 11 th of Kislev. At his engagement, his younger ten year old brother showed him a piece of paper which had written on it, Today the 21 st of Cheshvan, year 5781, Saturday night, I, so and so, accept upon myself to say kriyat shema looking inside the siddur and having kavana in each word in the merit that my brother gets engaged by the 11 th of Kislev . And that's exactly what happened. He said shema every night the way he's supposed to and his brother got engaged on the 11 th of Kislev. The rabbi in New York got so excited after reading this story, he related it to his own family at the Shabbat table that week. He also had an older son not married and he also has a ten year old son. When his ten year old heard that story, he accepted upon himself on Rosh Chodesh Shevat the same kabbala . He wrote on a piece of paper, For 30 days, I will say kriyat shema al hamita from a siddur the right way in the zechut that my brother gets engaged. On the 30 th night, that young boy fell asleep without saying shema . The next morning, when he realized what happened, he started to cry. He told his father that he took on this kabbala and did it for 29 days in a row but then missed it last night. His father told him not to worry, it didn't hurt his kabbala . He said, "You accepted 30 days and you did 29 of them." The father then told his son to do the last day that night and it will still count. Amazingly, the very next day, on the 2 nd of Adar, 31 days from the time this boy made his kabbala , which was also the day he finished his 30 days, his brother got engaged. We have tremendous powers with our mouths. We can say kind words to others, we can read Tehillim , we can learn Torah, we can pray to Hashem. These are our strengths. This is what Balak feared, and this is what Bilaam knew was our secret. Let us utilize these precious gifts that Hashem gave us and do them all the right way.

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In ch.6 we read Cyrus' original memorandum giving the Jews permission to build the Temple. We shall focus on some of the unique features of this document.The Temple is completed on the 3rd Adar in the 6th year of Darius. It took 4 years to complete.The Jews - who still describe themselves as the "Captives of Yehudah" or possibly the "Returnees of Yehudah " - engaged in a celebratory Pesach and dedicated the Temple in a 7-day celebration.

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Mesechta Sponsors:Anonymous: Hatzlacha bruchnius U'vgashmius-Yisroel Cherns: In honor of my chavrisa Shmueli Unger-Szlafrok Family: In memory of their uncle, Simmy Schaer, Simcha Yisrael ben Naftali Tzvi A”H-Anonymous: May our learning bring us closer to one another and to Hashem----Monthly Sponsors:Hatzlacha B'Parnasa-Parnasa Birevach for Baruch Tzvi Nissim ben Shoshana Leah-Yoni Klestzick: Refuah Shelamah יהודית בריינה בת צפורה רבקה-Jeffs Gourmet Los Angeles----Kollel of the Month:TY to R' Elis wife & kids for the great sacrifices they make allowing him to spread Torah to the masses----Sponsors of the Day:Peretz Chaim Levin: In Honor of Reb Nesanel Gantz and his whole Mishpacha - The Iron-Man of Daf Yomi Promotion, We are truly blown away!----MDY Kids:Kidnovations: Zechus for Fishel, Elchanan, Akiva | Rivky & Mrs Stefansky----Art of the Month​:Refuah Shleima for יהונתן איתן בן בת שבע ברכה-In honor of Yossi Klein & Mark Ashkenazi for all the work they do----Turning of the daf:Adar Global: One-stop Shop for all your Financial needs-Kidnovations LLC: In honor of our sons; Kalmo (12yr) & Yisrael (9yr) for learning Sanhedrin & Makkos with Reb Eli ♥-In honor of Adar global and Kidnovations. True role models of how to support the daf and learning _________________________________

00:00 - Good Morning00:56 - Omer.MDYdaf.com01:06 - Emails04:37 - MDYsponsor.com06:42 - Don't Fall Behind07:19 - Amud Beis09:34 - Amud Aleph37:47 - Amud Beis58:11 - Amud Aleph58:46 - Have a Wonderful Day!Quiz - http://Kahoot.MDYdaf.com----Mesechta Sponsors:Anonymous: Hatzlacha bruchnius U'vgashmius-Yisroel Cherns: In honor of my chavrisa Shmueli Unger-Szlafrok Family: In memory of their uncle, Simmy Schaer, Simcha Yisrael ben Naftali Tzvi A”H-Anonymous: May our learning bring us closer to one another and to Hashem----Monthly Sponsors:Hatzlacha B'Parnasa-Parnasa Birevach for Baruch Tzvi Nissim ben Shoshana Leah-Yoni Klestzick: Refuah Shelamah יהודית בריינה בת צפורה רבקה----Kollel of the Month:TY to R' Elis wife & kids for the great sacrifices they make allowing him to spread Torah to the masses----Weekly Sponsors:Anonymous: In honor of my first completed mesechta doing daf yomi----Sponsors of the Day:Dr. Marc Berkson: In honor of my son Yechiel Mechel, on the occasion of his 10th birthday----MDY Kids:Kidnovations: Zechus for Fishel, Elchanan, Akiva | Rivky & Mrs Stefansky----Art of the Month​:Refuah Shleima for יהונתן איתן בן בת שבע ברכה-In honor of Yossi Klein & Mark Ashkenazi for all the work they do----Turning of the daf:Adar Global: One-stop Shop for all your Financial needs-Kidnovations LLC: In honor of our sons; Kalmo (12yr) & Yisrael (9yr) for learning Sanhedrin & Makkos with Reb Eli ♥-In honor of Adar global and Kidnovations. True role models of how to support the daf and learning ________________________________

Why Did the Rambam Not Feel It Was Arrogant to Write that His Was the Only Book Necessary to Master Jewish Law?On Sunday, 2 Adar, 5785, March 2, 2025, the 44th international Siyum HaRambam took place in Brooklyn, NY, where thousands gathered to celebrate the completion of the study of Mishnah Torah by the Rambam, according to the daily learning cycle of Rambam instituted by the Lubavitcher Rebbe in 1984. Rabbi YY Jacobson presented the keynote lecture at the Siyum, highlighting the contribution of the Rambam to Judaism and its relevance today. The lecture recalls memories of the Rebbe making a Siyum and Hadran on the Rambam back in 1986; it explains the remarkable revolution of the Rambam in Jewish law; and how the Rambam teaches us not to be embarrassed by who we are.

00:00 - Good Morning02:24 - Omer.MDYdaf.com02:37 - Emails09:07 - MDYsponsor.com12:00 - Introduction14:15 - Amud Beis17:16 - Amud Aleph46:21 - Amud Beis57:29 - Have a Wonderful Day!Quiz - http://Kahoot.MDYdaf.com----Mesechta Sponsors:Anonymous: Hatzlacha bruchnius U'vgashmius-Yisroel Cherns: In honor of my chavrisa Shmueli Unger-Szlafrok Family: In memory of their uncle, Simmy Schaer, Simcha Yisrael ben Naftali Tzvi A”H-Anonymous: May our learning bring us closer to one another and to Hashem----Monthly Sponsors:Hatzlacha B'Parnasa-Parnasa Birevach for Baruch Tzvi Nissim ben Shoshana Leah-Yoni Klestzick: Refuah Shelamah יהודית בריינה בת צפורה רבקה----Kollel of the Month:TY to R' Elis wife & kids for the great sacrifices they make allowing him to spread Torah to the masses----Weekly Sponsors:Anonymous: In honor of my first completed mesechta doing daf yomi----Sponsors of the Day:Yaakov Soled: l'iluy nishmas HaRav Moshe ben Yaakov Soled, z"l on yartzeit acharon shel Pesach-Shaul Jaspan: לע"נ בני הילד יוסף ז"ל בן שאול אברם הנו"מ ברכה אסתר-Michael Katz: To mark my 1st siyum on Sanhedrin & in memory of my father Dov ben Pinchas whose Yarhzeit is today----MDY Kids:Kidnovations: Zechus for Fishel, Elchanan, Akiva | Rivky & Mrs Stefansky----Art of the Month​:Refuah Shleima for יהונתן איתן בן בת שבע ברכה-In honor of Yossi Klein & Mark Ashkenazi for all the work they do----Turning of the daf:Adar Global: One-stop Shop for all your Financial needs-Kidnovations LLC: In honor of our sons; Kalmo (12yr) & Yisrael (9yr) for learning Sanhedrin & Makkos with Reb Eli ♥-In honor of Adar global and Kidnovations. True role models of how to support the daf and learning _________________________________

00:00 - Good Morning00:13 - Where am I?00:46 - Guests01:16 - Emails05:23 - MDYsponsor.com07:56 - Introduction09:50 - Amud Beis12:07 - Amud Aleph46:28 - Amud Beis1:06:27 - Have a Wonderful Shabbos!Quiz - http://Kahoot.MDYdaf.com----Mesechta Sponsors:Anonymous: Hatzlacha bruchnius U'vgashmius-Yisroel Cherns: In honor of my chavrisa Shmueli Unger-Szlafrok Family: In memory of their uncle, Simmy Schaer, Simcha Yisrael ben Naftali Tzvi A”H-Anonymous: May our learning bring us closer to one another and to Hashem----Monthly Sponsors:Hatzlacha B'Parnasa-Parnasa Birevach for Baruch Tzvi Nissim ben Shoshana Leah-Yoni Klestzick: Refuah Shelamah יהודית בריינה בת צפורה רבקה----Kollel of the Month:TY to R' Elis wife & kids for the great sacrifices they make allowing him to spread Torah to the masses----Weekly Sponsors:Anonymous: In honor of my first completed mesechta doing daf yomi----Sponsors of the Day:Aryeh Nosson Smith: Liulay Nishmas my Mother ‘s 5th Yortziet. Bayla Yenta Bas R'Yisroel-Mark Aschkenasy, Ariel Leiba & Shimmy Lebovits: Happy Birthday (19 Nissan) to our dear Chaver & Tzadik Nistar, Reb Ezra!! Thanks for all that you do for Klal Yisroel, the zechusim should bring you much Shefa Bracha!-----Art of the Month​:Refuah Shleima for יהונתן איתן בן בת שבע ברכה-In honor of Yossi Klein & Mark Ashkenazi for all the work they do----Turning of the daf:Adar Global: One-stop Shop for all your Financial needs-Kidnovations LLC: In honor of our sons; Kalmo (12yr) & Yisrael (9yr) for learning Sanhedrin & Makkos with Reb Eli ♥-In honor of Adar global and Kidnovations. True role models of how to support the daf and learning _________________________________

00:00 - Good Morning00:24 - Where am I?01:05 - Emails08:55 - MDYsponsor.com11:32 - Questions of the Day12:32 - Amud Beis12:38 - Amud Aleph48:19 - Amud Beis1:04:01 - Have a Wonderful Day!Quiz - http://Kahoot.MDYdaf.com----Mesechta Sponsors:Anonymous: Hatzlacha bruchnius U'vgashmius-Yisroel Cherns: In honor of my chavrisa Shmueli Unger-Szlafrok Family: In memory of their uncle, Simmy Schaer, Simcha Yisrael ben Naftali Tzvi A”H-Anonymous: May our learning bring us closer to one another and to Hashem----Monthly Sponsors:Hatzlacha B'Parnasa-Parnasa Birevach for Baruch Tzvi Nissim ben Shoshana Leah-Yoni Klestzick: Refuah Shelamah יהודית בריינה בת צפורה רבקה----Kollel of the Month:TY to R' Elis wife & kids for the great sacrifices they make allowing him to spread Torah to the masses----Weekly Sponsors:Anonymous: In honor of my first completed mesechta doing daf yomi----MDY Kids:Kidnovations: Zechus for Fishel, Elchanan, Akiva | Rivky & Mrs Stefansky----Art of the Month​:Refuah Shleima for יהונתן איתן בן בת שבע ברכה-In honor of Yossi Klein & Mark Ashkenazi for all the work they do----Turning of the daf:Adar Global: One-stop Shop for all your Financial needs-Kidnovations LLC: In honor of our sons; Kalmo (12yr) & Yisrael (9yr) for learning Sanhedrin & Makkos with Reb Eli ♥-In honor of Adar global and Kidnovations. True role models of how to support the daf and learning ________________________________

00:00 - Good Moed00:13 - Where Am I?00:29 - Emails05:41 - MDYsponsor.com08:54 - Amud Beis12:12 - Amud Aleph36:09 - Amud Beis55:50 - Have a Wonderful Moed!Quiz - http://Kahoot.MDYdaf.com----Mesechta Sponsors:Anonymous: Hatzlacha bruchnius U'vgashmius-Yisroel Cherns: In honor of my chavrisa Shmueli Unger-Szlafrok Family: In memory of their uncle, Simmy Schaer, Simcha Yisrael ben Naftali Tzvi A”H-Anonymous: May our learning bring us closer to one another and to Hashem----Monthly Sponsors:Hatzlacha B'Parnasa-Parnasa Birevach for Baruch Tzvi Nissim ben Shoshana Leah-Yoni Klestzick: Refuah Shelamah יהודית בריינה בת צפורה רבקה----Kollel of the Month:TY to R' Elis wife & kids for the great sacrifices they make allowing him to spread Torah to the masses----Weekly Sponsors:Anonymous: In honor of my first completed mesechta doing daf yomi----Sponsors of the Day:Anonymous: Refua sheleima lchol cholei am yisrael & safe return of all hostages. And for parnasah-Mordechai Sapoznick: In honor of R' Eli for his consistency on giving the Daf Yomi shiurim every day even over Yom Tov! And for Mark Ashkenazi who is helping R' Eli make this happen!-Anonymous: לע”נ יעקב צבי בן אברהם Radin who was niftar on 18 ניסן the Omer is תפארת שבחסד describes him/his life-Michael Chesal: Refuah Shleima for my Ayshes Chayil, Yehudis Leah B Sara Chava, who is having a surgery today-Anonymous: Zechus for Goldy, Moshe, Shoshana and Aliza-Alan Dana: ‎לעילוי נשמת משה חיים בן מורדכי-Kidnovations LLC: Thank you to Reb Eli and Rebbitzen Stefansky for your amazing kindness. Thank you Mark - as usual 

00:00 - A Gut Moed00:30 - Emails01:35 - MDYsponsor.com02:25 - Introduction02:53 - Amud Aleph28:45 - Amud Beis43:20 - A Gutn Moed!Quiz - http://Kahoot.MDYdaf.com----Mesechta Sponsors:Anonymous: Hatzlacha bruchnius U'vgashmius-Yisroel Cherns: In honor of my chavrisa Shmueli Unger-Szlafrok Family: In memory of their uncle, Simmy Schaer, Simcha Yisrael ben Naftali Tzvi A”H-Anonymous: May our learning bring us closer to one another and to Hashem----Monthly Sponsors:Hatzlacha B'Parnasa-Parnasa Birevach for Baruch Tzvi Nissim ben Shoshana Leah-Yoni Klestzick: Refuah Shelamah יהודית בריינה בת צפורה רבקה----Kollel of the Month:TY to R' Elis wife & kids for the great sacrifices they make allowing him to spread Torah to the masses----Weekly Sponsors:Anonymous: In honor of my first completed mesechta doing daf yomi----Sponsors of the Day:Anonymous: Refua sheleima lchol cholei am yisrael & safe return of all hostages. And for parnasah-Mordechai Sapoznick: In honor of R' Eli for his consistency on giving the Daf Yomi shiurim every day even over Yom Tov! And for Mark Ashkenazi who is helping R' Eli make this happen!-Anonymous: לע”נ יעקב צבי בן אברהם Radin who was niftar on 18 ניסן the Omer is תפארת שבחסד describes him/his life-Michael Chesal: Refuah Shleima for my Ayshes Chayil, Yehudis Leah B Sara Chava, who is having a surgery today-Anonymous: Zechus for Goldy, Moshe, Shoshana and Aliza-Alan Dana: ‎לעילוי נשמת משה חיים בן מורדכי----Art of the Month​:Refuah Shleima for יהונתן איתן בן בת שבע ברכה-In honor of Yossi Klein & Mark Ashkenazi for all the work they do----Turning of the daf:Adar Global: One-stop Shop for all your Financial needs-Kidnovations LLC: In honor of our sons; Kalmo (12yr) & Yisrael (9yr) for learning Sanhedrin & Makkos with Reb Eli ♥-In honor of Adar global and Kidnovations. True role models of how to support the daf and learning _________________________________

00:00 - A Gut Mo'ed!02:03 - Emails04:30 - MDYsponsor.com05:36 - Introduction07:29 - Amud Beis08:35 - Amud Aleph32:35 - Amud Beis57:21 - Amud Aleph57:43 - Have a Gut'n Mo'ed!Quiz - http://Kahoot.MDYdaf.com----Mesechta Sponsors:Anonymous: Hatzlacha bruchnius U'vgashmius-Yisroel Cherns: In honor of my chavrisa Shmueli Unger-Szlafrok Family: In memory of their uncle, Simmy Schaer, Simcha Yisrael ben Naftali Tzvi A”H-Anonymous: May our learning bring us closer to one another and to Hashem----Monthly Sponsors:Hatzlacha B'Parnasa-Parnasa Birevach for Baruch Tzvi Nissim ben Shoshana Leah-Yoni Klestzick: Refuah Shelamah יהודית בריינה בת צפורה רבקה----Kollel of the Month:TY to R' Elis wife & kids for the great sacrifices they make allowing him to spread Torah to the masses----Weekly Sponsors:Anonymous: In honor of my first completed mesechta doing daf yomi----Art of the Month​:Refuah Shleima for יהונתן איתן בן בת שבע ברכה-In honor of Yossi Klein & Mark Ashkenazi for all the work they do----Turning of the daf:Adar Global: One-stop Shop for all your Financial needs-Kidnovations LLC: In honor of our sons; Kalmo (12yr) & Yisrael (9yr) for learning Sanhedrin & Makkos with Reb Eli ♥-In honor of Adar global and Kidnovations. True role models of how to support the daf and learning _________________________________

00:00 - Gut Mo'ed!00:13 - Where am I?02:12 - MDYsponsor.com06:35 - Amud Beis16:12 - Amud Aleph25:19 - Amud Beis41:47 - Good Yom Tov!Quiz - http://Kahoot.MDYdaf.com----Mesechta Sponsors:Anonymous: Hatzlacha bruchnius U'vgashmius-Yisroel Cherns: In honor of my chavrisa Shmueli Unger-Szlafrok Family: In memory of their uncle, Simmy Schaer, Simcha Yisrael ben Naftali Tzvi A”H-Anonymous: May our learning bring us closer to one another and to Hashem----Monthly Sponsors:Hatzlacha B'Parnasa-Parnasa Birevach for Baruch Tzvi Nissim ben Shoshana Leah-Yoni Klestzick: Refuah Shelamah יהודית בריינה בת צפורה רבקה----Kollel of the Month:TY to R' Elis wife & kids for the great sacrifices they make allowing him to spread Torah to the masses----MDY Kids:Kidnovations: Zechus for Fishel, Elchanan, Akiva | Rivky & Mrs Stefansky----Art of the Month​:Refuah Shleima for יהונתן איתן בן בת שבע ברכה-In honor of Yossi Klein & Mark Ashkenazi for all the work they do----Turning of the daf:Adar Global: One-stop Shop for all your Financial needs-Kidnovations LLC: In honor of our sons; Kalmo (12yr) & Yisrael (9yr) for learning Sanhedrin with Reb Eli ♥-In honor of Adar global and Kidnovations. True role models of how to support the daf and learning _________________________________

00:00 - Good Erev Pesach00:19 - It's about the Yomi04:37 - MDYsponsor.com07:20 - Questions of the Day08:03 - Amud Aleph36:24 - Amud Beis59:20 - Have a Wonderful Day!Quiz - http://Kahoot.MDYdaf.com----Mesechta Sponsors:Anonymous: Hatzlacha bruchnius U'vgashmius-Yisroel Cherns: In honor of my chavrisa Shmueli Unger-Szlafrok Family: In memory of their uncle, Simmy Schaer, Simcha Yisrael ben Naftali Tzvi A”H-Anonymous: May our learning bring us closer to one another and to Hashem----Monthly Sponsors:Hatzlacha B'Parnasa-Parnasa Birevach for Baruch Tzvi Nissim ben Shoshana Leah-Yoni Klestzick: Refuah Shelamah יהודית בריינה בת צפורה רבקה----Kollel of the Month:TY to R' Elis wife & kids for the great sacrifices they make allowing him to spread Torah to the masses----MDY Kids:Kidnovations: Zechus for Fishel, Elchanan, Akiva | Rivky & Mrs Stefansky----Art of the Month​:Refuah Shleima for יהונתן איתן בן בת שבע ברכה-In honor of Yossi Klein & Mark Ashkenazi for all the work they do----Turning of the daf:Adar Global: One-stop Shop for all your Financial needs-Kidnovations LLC: In honor of our sons; Kalmo (12yr) & Yisrael (9yr) for learning Sanhedrin with Reb Eli ♥-In honor of Adar global and Kidnovations. True role models of how to support the daf and learning ________________________________

00:00 - Good Morning00:13 - Where am I?00:30 - It's about the Yomi01:02 - Guests02:00 - Emails06:39 - MDYsponsor.com08:45 - Introduction09:43 - Amud Beis14:43 - Amud Aleph34:16 - Amud Beis49:15 - Have a Wonderful Shabbos & YT!Quiz - http://Kahoot.MDYdaf.com----Mesechta Sponsors:Anonymous: Hatzlacha bruchnius U'vgashmius-Yisroel Cherns: In honor of my chavrisa Shmueli Unger-Szlafrok Family: In memory of their uncle, Simmy Schaer, Simcha Yisrael ben Naftali Tzvi A”H-Anonymous: May our learning bring us closer to one another and to Hashem----Monthly Sponsors:Hatzlacha B'Parnasa-Parnasa Birevach for Baruch Tzvi Nissim ben Shoshana Leah-Yoni Klestzick: Refuah Shelamah יהודית בריינה בת צפורה רבקה----Kollel of the Month:TY to R' Elis wife & kids for the great sacrifices they make allowing him to spread Torah to the masses----Sponsors of the Day:Avi Berger: Welcome Elimelech and Levi to the Daf! May their learning be a zchus for the hostages-Aaron Hirsch: LZ'N My father's 30th Yortzeit הרב אברהם יצחק בן בנימין ז"ל devoted his life to spreading Torah-Berel Steinerman: Hoda'ah to Hakadosh Baruch Hu for the positive results from my post-chemo scan!----MDY Kids:Kidnovations: Zechus for Fishel, Elchanan, Akiva | Rivky & Mrs Stefansky----Art of the Month​:Refuah Shleima for יהונתן איתן בן בת שבע ברכה-In honor of Yossi Klein & Mark Ashkenazi for all the work they do----Turning of the daf:Adar Global: One-stop Shop for all your Financial needs-Kidnovations LLC: In honor of our sons; Kalmo (12yr) & Yisrael (9yr) for learning Sanhedrin with Reb Eli ♥-In honor of Adar global and Kidovations. True role models of how to support the daf and learning ________________________________

Today's daf is sponsored by Rikki and Alan Zibitt in loving memory of their mothers, Helen Zibitt, Hena bat Yaacov v' Rachel Leah, whose 20th yahrzeit was 28 Adar and Friedl bat Meir v' Rivkah, whose 10th yahrzeit is 9 Nisan. "They were true Women of Valor, who lived lives of hesed, loshon tov and ahavat Yisrael. We miss them every day! May their neshamot have the highest aliyah." Rabbi Yochanan and Reish Lakish disagree about how to understand three different verses relating to Gehenom and the final redemption - Reish Lakish interprets them all harshly and rabbi Yochanan more leniently. The language of redemption used in the Torah describes both getting out of Egypt and coming into the land of Israel. Rabbi Simai makes a heikesh - just like the Jews entered the land with only two out of the 600,000 that came out of Egypt, they also came out of Egypt with the same percentage of people that were there. If 600,000 came out, it must be that there were 180 billion people there, and they died before the Exodus. The same will hold e for the days of the Messiah, as is derived from Hosea 2:17. Two situations are described in which Moshe is critical of God. The people of a wayward city, that were convinced by members of their city to worship idols, do not have a share in the World-to-Come. The halakhic details of this city are discussed.

Parshat Pekudei - Accountings Torah: Exodus 38:21 - 40:38 Haftarah: Ezekiel 45:16-46:18

Unlock the secrets of the Torah's timeless wisdom as we explore its profound implications with esteemed rabbis like Rabbi Danny Masri, Rabbi Bucsko, and Rabbi David Spetner. Journey with us to Mount Sinai, where we unravel the enigmatic line in the Pesach Haggadah's Dayenu, pondering the meaning behind standing at Sinai without receiving the Torah. With insights from the late Rosh Yeshiva of Neri Yisroel and the Sfas Emes, we discuss the concept of the Torah as the world's blueprint, emphasizing its existence before it was formally given at Sinai and its role as the universe's spiritual foundation.Experience the power of unity as we reflect on stories shared by Rabbi Tzvi Kushalevsky and Rabbi Matisyahu Salamon. Discover how unparalleled unity was essential for receiving the Torah at Sinai, with each soul representing a letter in it. Rabbi Solomon's tale of compassion and community support showcases the depth of unity within the Jewish faith, as he exemplifies kindness to a mourning family amid personal celebrations. This episode captures the essence of collective readiness, highlighting how harmony and support form the bedrock of Jewish communal life.Reflect on the deeper meanings of Passover traditions, from the symbolism of karpas to Joseph's journey from slavery to power. Through contributions from Rabbeinu Bachya and Rashi, we connect the themes of unity and redemption, emphasizing hope and growth through adversity. As we prepare for redemption and the Messiah's arrival, gain insights from figures like the Chofetz Chaim on practical steps and perspective changes needed for a meaningful Pesach. Join us for an episode filled with reflections and inspirations, guiding us toward a hopeful future.Hosts: Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe, Rabbi Chaim BucskoGuests: Rabbi Danny Masri and Rabbis Spetner and Heinemann from the Cincinnati Kollel_____________Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studios (A) in Houston, Texas on March 27, 2025 with Audio Engineer: Shlomo WolbeReleased as Podcast on March 31, 2025_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe:NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.orgPlease visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area!_____________#Torah, #TimelessWisdom, #Rabbi, #PesachHaggadah, #MountSinai, #Unity, #Blueprint, #RoshYeshiva, #NerYisroel, #SfasEmes, #JewishCommunity, #Redemption, #Passover, #Symbolism, #Karpas, #Joseph, #Coronation, #Maimonides, #Kabbalists, #SaltWater, #Haroset, #Love, #Unity, #Cycles, #UpsandDowns, #SederPlate, #Egg, #Mordechai, #Purim, #Messiah, #Nisan, #Adar, #Exodus, #JewishPeople, #Miracles, #Preparation, #Israel, #ChafetzChaim, #Pesach, #Guidance ★ Support this podcast ★

www.dailybreadmoms.com Now coming to busy moms all over the world as a daily podcast! Daily Bread follows the weekly Torah Portion, one part each day, together with a healthy balance from the rest of Scripture — all in one year. More than just a one-year Bible reading plan, Daily Bread is designed as a journal, with a comprehensive Hebrew calendar. To support the podcast - www.patreon.com/dailybreadmoms Check out the Daily Bread Torah Class, LIVE from Israel! Join anytime. larsenarson.com/torah The 5785 / 2025 Journals are available here: arielmedia.shop/

www.dailybreadmoms.com Now coming to busy moms all over the world as a daily podcast! Daily Bread follows the weekly Torah Portion, one part each day, together with a healthy balance from the rest of Scripture — all in one year. More than just a one-year Bible reading plan, Daily Bread is designed as a journal, with a comprehensive Hebrew calendar. To support the podcast - www.patreon.com/dailybreadmoms Check out the Daily Bread Torah Class, LIVE from Israel! Join anytime. larsenarson.com/torah The 5785 / 2025 Journals are available here: arielmedia.shop/

Can one sing verses from Shir HaShirim in a tune other than the taamei hamikra? In what manner/context is it problematic to read verses from the Torah? What is "someone who uses incantations" that will not get a part in the World-to-come? Are there ways to do this that are permitted? Is calling to demons allowed? Some stories are told about the rabbis visiting Rabbi Eliezer ben Hurkanus while he was sick and their conversations about suffering. Yeravam is listed in the Mishna as one who did not receive a portion in the World-to-come. What is the meaning of his name? Why did he lose his share in the World-to-come? What caused him to sin?

Why did Yeravam, Achav, and Menashe lose their portion in the World-to-come? Despite the fact that they did terrible things, the rabbis also highlight that they did good things in their lives, particularly as it related to talmud Torah and respect for Torah scholars.

What is the definition of an apikoris? Several suggestions are brought, mainly related to one who does not treat the rabbis with the proper respect as it undermines belief in rabbinic Judaism. What is the definition of sefarim chitzoniyim, external literature, that if one reads them, one does not get a portion in the World-to-come, according to Rabbi Akiva? A braita says it is book of the Saducees. Rav Yosef says it is the book of Ben Sira. Abaye tries to understand what is wrong with learning it since many of the ideas there appear in the Tanach or in rabbinic thought.

www.dailybreadmoms.com Now coming to busy moms all over the world as a daily podcast! Daily Bread follows the weekly Torah Portion, one part each day, together with a healthy balance from the rest of Scripture — all in one year. More than just a one-year Bible reading plan, Daily Bread is designed as a journal, with a comprehensive Hebrew calendar. To support the podcast - www.patreon.com/dailybreadmoms Check out the Daily Bread Torah Class, LIVE from Israel! Join anytime. larsenarson.com/torah The 5785 / 2025 Journals are available here: arielmedia.shop/

Today's daf is dedicated in honor of the engagement of my daughter Chani to Saar Har-Chen. "May their love for each other continue to grow and may they always enjoy learning Torah together." How long will be the duration of time of the mashiach? Eight different answers are suggested. Many verses from the prophets explain the great blessings that will be in the future. However, another verse says that the blessings will be of the kind that no one has seen until this day, meaning they are indescribable. Rabbi Yochanan reconciles this contradiction in three different ways. One who doesn't believe that the Torah is from God has no share in the World-to-come. This is derived from a verse in the Torah. A braita is brought that derives other offenses from that braita as well. Since learning Torah was mentioned, the Gemara digresses to discuss the importance of learning Torah and ways to ensure that one's Torah is not forgotten. What is an apikores? What is the difference between an apikores and a "megale panim b'Torah"

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Today's daf is sponsored by Hillel Gray in loving memory of Raizel Shoshana bat Rachel Perel on her shloshim. "She loved reading, teaching others to read, and Jewish education."  Today's daf is sponsored by Abby Flamholz in honor of her daughter in law Sigal’s hebrew birthday. "She continues to be a constant inspiration to me and especially to her daughters and husband. Happy birthday Sigal!"  The sages extensively discuss various signs, both auspicious and ominous, that are believed to herald the coming of the Messiah. Rabbi Yochanan explained the Messiah will arrive during an era that is either entirely virtuous or completely corrupt. This binary perspective highlights the spiritual extremes that might precipitate messianic redemption. The prophetic texts contain seemingly contradictory verses, such as "It will come in its time, I will hurry it." Rabbi Yehoshua ben Levi resolves this apparent contradiction by explaining that the timing of the Messiah's arrival depends on the generation's spiritual merit. If the generation proves worthy, God will accelerate the redemption; if not, it will unfold according to the predetermined time. Why is the Messiah depicted as arriving on a donkey rather than a more noble animal like a horse? In an aggadic story, Rabbi Yehoshua ben Levi encounters Eliyahu at the entrance to Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai's cave. He seeks answers about whether he will enter the world-to-come and the timing of the Messiah's arrival. Eliyahu directs him to the entrance of Rome, instructing him to seek out and directly ask the Messiah. In a parallel account, Rabbi Yosi ben Kisma's students similarly inquire about the anticipated redemption. Some rabbis acknowledge the inevitability of the Messiah's arrival but express trepidation about witnessing this momentous event. They fear that their personal sins might cause them to be consumed in the "chevlei mashiach" - the birth pangs of the messianic era. While they recognize that good deeds and Torah study offer spiritual protection, they remain acutely aware that sin can precipitate divine judgment. Intriguingly, the Messiah's name itself becomes a matter of interpretive tradition. In each beit midrash they named the future redeemer with a name that resonated with their own teacher's name.  

True manifestation requires effort, reflection, and humility. According to Kabbalah, lasting manifesations require even more - consistency, trust and alignment to one's purpose.  Egos beware - once we begin to take credit for progress, the process can experience delays and setbacks.  Ultimately, everything we desire in life is Light, and desiring things or results is simply the awakening.  Therefore, learning to detach is the secret sauce to any real and impactful manifestation. Join us for the next episode of Weekly Energy Boost with @ElishevaBalas and @EitanYardeni. Watch LIVE Mondays at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET on The Kabbalah Centre YouTube or catch the latest episode wherever you listen to podcasts.Visit www.weeklyenergyboost.com to learn more about what we discuss each week.You can also help make Weekly Energy Boost possible by making a tax-deductible contribution at  www.weeklyenergyboost.com/donate-today.

www.dailybreadmoms.com Now coming to busy moms all over the world as a daily podcast! Daily Bread follows the weekly Torah Portion, one part each day, together with a healthy balance from the rest of Scripture — all in one year. More than just a one-year Bible reading plan, Daily Bread is designed as a journal, with a comprehensive Hebrew calendar. To support the podcast - www.patreon.com/dailybreadmoms Check out the Daily Bread Torah Class, LIVE from Israel! Join anytime. larsenarson.com/torah The 5785 / 2025 Journals are available here: arielmedia.shop/

www.dailybreadmoms.com Now coming to busy moms all over the world as a daily podcast! Daily Bread follows the weekly Torah Portion, one part each day, together with a healthy balance from the rest of Scripture — all in one year. More than just a one-year Bible reading plan, Daily Bread is designed as a journal, with a comprehensive Hebrew calendar. To support the podcast - www.patreon.com/dailybreadmoms Check out the Daily Bread Torah Class, LIVE from Israel! Join anytime. larsenarson.com/torah The 5785 / 2025 Journals are available here: arielmedia.shop/

www.dailybreadmoms.com Now coming to busy moms all over the world as a daily podcast! Daily Bread follows the weekly Torah Portion, one part each day, together with a healthy balance from the rest of Scripture — all in one year. More than just a one-year Bible reading plan, Daily Bread is designed as a journal, with a comprehensive Hebrew calendar. To support the podcast - www.patreon.com/dailybreadmoms Check out the Daily Bread Torah Class, LIVE from Israel! Join anytime. larsenarson.com/torah The 5785 / 2025 Journals are available here: arielmedia.shop/

www.dailybreadmoms.com Now coming to busy moms all over the world as a daily podcast! Daily Bread follows the weekly Torah Portion, one part each day, together with a healthy balance from the rest of Scripture — all in one year. More than just a one-year Bible reading plan, Daily Bread is designed as a journal, with a comprehensive Hebrew calendar. To support the podcast - www.patreon.com/dailybreadmoms Check out the Daily Bread Torah Class, LIVE from Israel! Join anytime. larsenarson.com/torah The 5785 / 2025 Journals are available here: arielmedia.shop/

www.dailybreadmoms.com Now coming to busy moms all over the world as a daily podcast! Daily Bread follows the weekly Torah Portion, one part each day, together with a healthy balance from the rest of Scripture — all in one year. More than just a one-year Bible reading plan, Daily Bread is designed as a journal, with a comprehensive Hebrew calendar. To support the podcast - www.patreon.com/dailybreadmoms Check out the Daily Bread Torah Class, LIVE from Israel! Join anytime. larsenarson.com/torah The 5785 / 2025 Journals are available here: arielmedia.shop/

www.dailybreadmoms.com Now coming to busy moms all over the world as a daily podcast! Daily Bread follows the weekly Torah Portion, one part each day, together with a healthy balance from the rest of Scripture — all in one year. More than just a one-year Bible reading plan, Daily Bread is designed as a journal, with a comprehensive Hebrew calendar. To support the podcast - www.patreon.com/dailybreadmoms Check out the Daily Bread Torah Class, LIVE from Israel! Join anytime. larsenarson.com/torah The 5785 / 2025 Journals are available here: arielmedia.shop/

The teachings of Kabbalah emphasize the importance of unity and teamwork in both personal and professional contexts, highlighting the need to balance individuality with collective effort, advocating for mutual respect, honest feedback, and the rejection of ego. While true unity involves allowing diverse opinions and mutual compromises, it is often challenge that inspires - or rather forces - us to learn and grow through collaboration. This week, we're all called to reflect on our relationships and seek opportunities for unity, while remembering that sometimes, true unity may require letting go of those who do not align with our values.Join us for the next episode of Weekly Energy Boost with @ElishevaBalas and @EitanYardeni. Watch LIVE Mondays at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET on The Kabbalah Centre YouTube or catch the latest episode wherever you listen to podcasts.Visit www.weeklyenergyboost.com to learn more about what we discuss each week.You can also help make Weekly Energy Boost possible by making a tax-deductible contribution at  www.weeklyenergyboost.com/donate-today.

www.dailybreadmoms.com Now coming to busy moms all over the world as a daily podcast! Daily Bread follows the weekly Torah Portion, one part each day, together with a healthy balance from the rest of Scripture — all in one year. More than just a one-year Bible reading plan, Daily Bread is designed as a journal, with a comprehensive Hebrew calendar. To support the podcast - www.patreon.com/dailybreadmoms Check out the Daily Bread Torah Class, LIVE from Israel! Join anytime. larsenarson.com/torah The 5785 / 2025 Journals are available here: arielmedia.shop/

The opposite of today -  at that time there was civil war in Israel and peace in Syria ... or so they thought!

This week provides us with endless opportunities to shift our perspectives. So we are breaking down the spiritual and practical implications of making mistakes. Kabbalistically speaking,  every action does have a consequence, not as punishment but as a return of what was invested. When we view our mistakes as lessons rather than failures, and embrace temporary discomfort as a chance for spiritual growth, we realize that every perceived consequence can be an elevator, taking us to our next level in life.Join us for the next episode of Weekly Energy Boost with @ElishevaBalas and @EitanYardeni. Watch LIVE Mondays at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET on The Kabbalah Centre YouTube or catch the latest episode wherever you listen to podcasts.Visit www.weeklyenergyboost.com to learn more about what we discuss each week.You can also help make Weekly Energy Boost possible by making a tax-deductible contribution at  www.weeklyenergyboost.com/donate-today.