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How Do You Transform Your Relationships From Transactional to Open-Hearted?This class was presented on Monday, 17 Av, 5785, August 11, 2025, Parshas Vaeschanan, at Bais Medrash Ohr Chaim in Monsey, NY. This is the fourth class of a four-part series on a text-based discourse by the Alter Rebbe, "Einyan Krias Shema," said by the Alter Rebbe in the summer of 1805 (24 Tamuz, 5565), published in Likkutei Torah Vaeschanan. It is a unique and life-changing Maamar, addressing some of the fundamental ideas of Kabbalah and Chabad ChassidusView Source Sheets: https://portal.theyeshiva.net/api/source-sheets/9753
Author of best selling 'Practical Kabbalah' (Random House) available on Amazon.Rabbi's Wolf's work has been lauded by spiritual leaders including Rabbi Lord Sir Jonathan Sacks OBM, the Dalai Lama, and Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu OBM, the Chief Rabbi of Israel from whom Rabbi Wolf received his Rabbinical ordination.
If My Wounded Parts Will Not Find Trust, I Will Never Surrender to OnenessThis class was presented on Friday, 14 Av, 5785, August 8, 2025, Parshas Vaeschanan, at Bais Medrash Ohr Chaim in Monsey, NY. This is the third class of a four-part series on a text-based discourse by the Alter Rebbe, "Einyan Krias Shema," said by the Alter Rebbe in the summer of 1805 (24 Tamuz, 5565), published in Likkutei Torah Vaeschanan. It is a unique and life-changing Maamar, addressing some of the fundamental ideas of Kabbalah and Chabad ChassidusView Source Sheets: https://portal.theyeshiva.net/api/source-sheets/9747
The Layers of Self: War Novels, Business Anxiety, Personal Safety. But Once You Find the Core of Your Being, You Never Step AwayThis class was presented on Thursday, 13 Av, 5785, August 7, 2025, Parshas Vaeschanan, at Bais Medrash Ohr Chaim in Monsey, NY. This is the second class of a four-part series on a text-based discourse by the Alter Rebbe, "Einyan Krias Shema," said by the Alter Rebbe in the summer of 1805 (24 Tamuz, 5565), published in Likkutei Torah Vaeschanan. It is a unique and life-changing Maamar, addressing some of the fundamental ideas of Kabbalah and Chabad ChassidusView Source Sheets: https://portal.theyeshiva.net/api/source-sheets/9746
The Divine Interface: Understanding the “Cosmic Chain” from Atzilus to the Physical RealityThis class was presented on Wednesday, 12 Av, 5785, August 6, 2025, Parshas Vaeschanan, at Bais Medrash Ohr Chaim in Monsey, NY. This is the first class of a four-part series on a text-based discourse by the Alter Rebbe, "Einyan Krias Shema," said by the Alter Rebbe in the summer of 1805 (24 Tamuz, 5565), published in Likkutei Torah Vaeschanan. It is a unique and life-changing Maamar, addressing some of the fundamental ideas of Kabbalah and Chabad Chassidus. View Source Sheets: https://portal.theyeshiva.net/api/source-sheets/9745
The Alter Rebbe turns faith on its head. You don't need to believe when you know. Likkutei Torah Vaeschanan Veyadata
Author of best selling 'Practical Kabbalah' (Random House) available on Amazon.Rabbi's Wolf's work has been lauded by spiritual leaders including Rabbi Lord Sir Jonathan Sacks OBM, the Dalai Lama, and Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu OBM, the Chief Rabbi of Israel from whom Rabbi Wolf received his Rabbinical ordination.
Parsha's V'eschanan.The Alter Rebbe in Tanya, Shaar HaYichud VehaEmunah, the Rebbeim of Chabad-Lubavitch have endeavored to explain G-d's oneness in a manner that we can grasp it conceptually, not merely as a principle of faith, but as a truth that we can understand and internalize within our thinking. In this way, it will impact not only our belief system, but the way we actually live.The Bal Shemtov,Modeh AniRenewal
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Confirms receipt of letter and will mention those named at the Rebbe's Ohel. Thanks for the suggestion to publish the Alter Rebbe's Hilchos Talmud Torah and expresses hope that future letters will focus solely on expanding Torah, both revealed and hidden, as body and soul of the same truth. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/012/5639
If You Want to Love with an Open Heart, Hold Space for the Discomfort and ShameThis class was presented on Thursday, 6 Av, 5785, July 31, 2025, Parshas Devarim, at Bais Medrash Ohr Chaim in Monsey, NY. This is the seventh and final class in a series of text-based classes on the Maamar (discourse) of the Alter Rebbe, Al Ken Yomru Hamoshlim, in Likkutei Torah Parshas Chukas, presented by Rabbi Schnuer Zalman of Liadi on Shabbos, Parshas Chukas-Balak, 12 Tamuz, 5567 (1807).View Source Sheets: http://portal.theyeshiva.net/api/source-sheets/9742
The Mystery of Davening: You're Trying to Change G-d's Mind?This class was presented on Wednesday, 5 Av, 5785, July 30, 2025, Parshas Devarim, at Bais Medrash Ohr Chaim in Monsey, NY. This is the sixth class in a series of text-based classes on the Maamar (discourse) of the Alter Rebbe, Al Ken Yomru Hamoshlim, in Likkutei Torah Parshas Chukas, presented by Rabbi Schnuer Zalman of Liadi on Shabbos, Parshas Chukas-Balak, 12 Tamuz, 5567 (1807).View Source Sheets: http://portal.theyeshiva.net/api/source-sheets/9741
Sends contribution toward wedding expenses and blesses the couple to build a Torah-based home. Adds an explanation of how Torah study is “greater than all” yet is set aside for mitzvos like hachnasas kallah, citing the Alter Rebbe's teaching that fulfilling mitzvos elevates one's Torah learning. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/sivan/1072
A very long letter to Zalman Shazar, where the Rebbe discusses the Yud-Beis Tammuz farbrengen, the power of direct influence, the importance of continuing agriculture in Kfar Chabad, housing for Torah students in Jerusalem, publishing the Alter Rebbe's works, and concludes with hope for spiritual renewal during the Three Weeks. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/012/5629
The Rebbe explains that education and teaching in purity is now a personal mitzvah that cannot be fulfilled by others, as others' efforts are insufficient. Therefore, it carries full halachic weight, as detailed in Shulchan Aruch and Hilchos Talmud Torah of the Alter Rebbe. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/012/5627
Author of best selling 'Practical Kabbalah' (Random House) available on Amazon.Rabbi's Wolf's work has been lauded by spiritual leaders including Rabbi Lord Sir Jonathan Sacks OBM, the Dalai Lama, and Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu OBM, the Chief Rabbi of Israel from whom Rabbi Wolf received his Rabbinical ordination.
1) Why do we say Hodu before Boruch sheOmar, unlike Nusach Ashkenaz? 2) I'm behind the minyan, saying Pesukei deZimra, and the Chazan and the congregation are saying the 13 Midos. Do I join in? 3) Cartons of fruit juice usually have a seal that gets torn open when twisting the cap to open. May these be opened on Shabbos? 4) I put up a property for sale and I have a buyer – whose purchase is contingent upon the sale of his current dwelling. Meanwhile another buyer has offered a much higher price. Is it immoral to drop the first buyer? 5) In Tehillim 76:3 should the word סוכו have one Vov or two? 6) What is the purpose of the Chazan's repetition of the Shmoine Esrei? 7) Why does the brocho Shehakol not include the word בורא, as in most brochos that are said over food? 8) A rare edition of the Alter Rebbe's Sidur (Vilna 5673; 1913).
How Can “Amen Yehei Shmei Rabba” Transform a Decree of 70 Years?This class was presented on Thursday, 28 Tammuz, 5785, July 24, 2025, Parshas Matos-Masei, at Bais Medrash Ohr Chaim in Monsey, NY. This is the fifth class in a series of text-based classes on the Maamar (discourse) of the Alter Rebbe, Al Ken Yomru Hamoshlim, in Likkutei Torah Parshas Chukas, presented by Rabbi Schnuer Zalman of Liadi on Shabbos, Parshas Chukas-Balak, 12 Tamuz, 5567 (1807).View Source Sheets: http://portal.theyeshiva.net/api/source-sheets/9736
In this eye-opening session, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores one of the most profound and misunderstood topics of all time: What is G-d? Moving beyond simplistic childhood images of a supernatural sky-being, we delve into Jewish, Chassidic, philosophical, and even scientific perspectives on the Divine. Drawing from thinkers like Einstein and the Alter Rebbe, this class gently unpacks a paradoxical truth: G-d is not less than personal, but also infinitely more than any person. Whether you're a believer, skeptic, or somewhere in between, this is a class that will stretch your mind and open your heart.Takeaways:Not All “G-ds" Are the Same The God that many reject may not be the G-d Torah and Kabbalah actually describe.Beyond Supernatural vs. Natural Judaism sees G-d not as a supernatural being outside nature, but as the source and essence of all existence, both within and beyond nature.Personal and Infinite G-d is not a person, but also not less than personal. The Divine is both the cosmic Author and the intimate Listener.Language & Metaphor Matter The Torah uses varied metaphors to relate to G-d, each revealing a facet, none capturing the whole.G-d Is Experienced, Not Just Explained You may not "prove" G-d like a theorem—but you can encounter G-d in awe, in kindness, in Torah, and in the quiet moments of the soul.#God #theology #thegodquestion #chassidus #Kabbalah #chabad #Spinoza #einstein #jewishphilosophy #Faith #personalgod #infinite #soul Support the showGot your own question for Rabbi Bernath? He can be reached at rabbi@jewishndg.com or http://www.theloverabbi.comSingle? You can make a profile on www.JMontreal.com and Rabbi Bernath will help you find that special someone.Donate and support Rabbi Bernath's work http://www.jewishndg.com/donateFollow Rabbi Bernath's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/ybernathAccess Rabbi Bernath's Articles on Relationships https://medium.com/@loverabbi
Send us a textIn this eye-opening session, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath explores one of the most profound and misunderstood topics of all time: What is G-d? Moving beyond simplistic childhood images of a supernatural sky-being, we delve into Jewish, Chassidic, philosophical, and even scientific perspectives on the Divine. Drawing from thinkers like Einstein and the Alter Rebbe, this class gently unpacks a paradoxical truth: G-d is not less than personal, but also infinitely more than any person. Whether you're a believer, skeptic, or somewhere in between, this is a class that will stretch your mind and open your heart.Takeaways:Not All “G-ds" Are the SameThe God that many reject may not be the G-d Torah and Kabbalah actually describe.Beyond Supernatural vs. NaturalJudaism sees G-d not as a supernatural being outside nature, but as the source and essence of all existence, both within and beyond nature.Personal and InfiniteG-d is not a person, but also not less than personal. The Divine is both the cosmic Author and the intimate Listener.Language & Metaphor MatterThe Torah uses varied metaphors to relate to G-d, each revealing a facet, none capturing the whole.G-d Is Experienced, Not Just ExplainedYou may not "prove" G-d like a theorem—but you can encounter G-d in awe, in kindness, in Torah, and in the quiet moments of the soul.#God #theology #thegodquestion #chassidus #Kabbalah #chabad #Spinoza #einstein #jewishphilosophy #Faith #personalgod #infinite #soul Support the showGot your own question for Rabbi Bernath? He can be reached at rabbi@jewishndg.com or http://www.theloverabbi.comSingle? You can make a profile on www.JMontreal.com and Rabbi Bernath will help you find that special someone.Donate and support Rabbi Bernath's work http://www.jewishndg.com/donateFollow Rabbi Bernath's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/ybernathAccess Rabbi Bernath's Articles on Relationships https://medium.com/@loverabbi