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The Rebbe writes about the importance of yeshiva students increasing their study of maamarim focused on avodah, especially during the days of Elul and Tishrei. He encourages this practice not only locally but also in Montreal and other places. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/012/2227
The Rebbe responds to a suggestion to visit Chassidim in Eretz Yisrael, expressing regret that various physical and spiritual obstacles prevent this. He encourages study of the new kuntres for Chai Elul and emphasizes infusing vitality into all aspects of Avodah during Elul. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/012/2229
Shelach - Eretz Yisroel - The Avodah of Transformation
What if our WORK WAS our WORSHIP? The Hebrew word avodah means work, worship, and service, altogether! Work: being productive, worship: praising and glorifying God and service: a form of service to the world and our community. We are MEANT to be of service, to be PARTNERS with God in the ongoing creation of the world. The various usages of this Hebrew word that is first found in Genesis 2:15 shows us it was God's ORIGINAL DESIGN and DESIRE that our work and our worship would be a SEAMLESS WAY of living, as it was thousands of years ago. What about YOU? Are you making the work of YOUR hands every day AVODAH? You're invited today to start worshiping God with your work.
Shavuos - The Shleimus in Every Avodah
This sicha discusses the importance of using one's hands in holy service and Torah study. The Rebbe compares physical labor in fulfilling mitzvot with the meticulous effort required in Torah study, emphasizing dedication and thoroughness as key factors for proper observance. https://www.torahrecordings.com/likutei-sichos/002/009_003
The Rebbe discusses the unique role of the Leviim, emphasizing that despite being exempt from typical labor, their spiritual service is paramount. The Leviim teach dedication to divine service even without material occupation, elevating their role as integral to Jewish continuity. https://www.torahrecordings.com/likutei-sichos/002/003_001
The Rebbe sends warm greetings and blessings to R' Yeshaya Uri, expressing appreciation for his positive influence. He explains, through the metaphor of shechita, the spiritual task of transforming the animal soul into a vessel for holiness, and blesses him with continued success, health, and joy. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/010/5511
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Every Jew Has a Unique Derech Avodah (Bamidbar 5786)
The Rebbe addresses personal spiritual practices, cautioning against excessive fasting and encouraging self-restraint through other means. He also advises on balancing outreach activities with yeshiva study, emphasizing adherence to the administration's guidance. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/015/009/5457
Learning Tanya Weekly Perek 42 Siyum & New Masterful Leadership Podcast episode TBA - Awareness of the King, internalization of Hashem in Avodah, Wonders of Creation, experiencing the Soul in the deepest most real way. KEEP
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Gefet- Gemara, Perushim, and Tosafot, an in-depth Iyun gemara shiur.The final page of Menachot declares: Yes! What are today's korbanot? Torah, tefillah, and the study of Kodashim.Within this special conclusion of Menachot lies a unique insight from the Tosfot about the Retzei (Avodah) bracha in the Amidah. What is the special kavanah in tefillah that Tosfot derives from our daf? After our discussion, the Avodah bracha in the Amidah will take on a whole new meaning…Join us for a special siyum of Menachot!Gefet Ep 215Menachot 110Gefet with Rabbanit Yael Shimoni and Shalhevet Schwartz is in collaboration with Yeshivat Drisha. Learn more on hadran.org.il
Learning weekly at Shirat David Efrat, Likutei Halachos on Hashkamas Boker (this session after Shacharis) - the summary of 3:3 gives us renewed insight to our Avodah of Sleep, Waking up and Davening, so our day begins with true awareness and clear mindset to success. We discussed that in the section 3:4 connection to a Sincere Rav aka TZADDICK will awaken within us the wisdom & Emuna in Hashem that will be able to be received, especially on Netsach ShbNetsach… 501… Chizzuk in Chassidus… Cover pic from our host Benzi Moser “Simcha of Chassidim” (DM for this talented artists
Yud-Tes Nisan - Chol Hamoed Pesach (22:34)
Please support TORCH at GiveTORCH.net. Thank you for your partnership in expanding our Jewish programming!In this episode launching Sefer Vayikra, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe contrasts the themes of the Torah books: Bereishit (family of Israel), Shemot (nation of Israel), Vayikra (holiness/spirituality of Israel), Bamidbar (travels of Israel), and Devarim (review). He highlights the small aleph in "Vayikra" as Moshe's humble choice to downplay his frequent divine calls (Vayikar = "it happened" vs. summoned), and Moshe's refusal to enter the Ohel Moed until explicitly called—teaching intentional Judaism: acts must be purposeful, not rote habit. Prayer, tefillin, and mitzvot lose depth when mechanical; they require Kavanah (focus/intention) and simplicity ("I'm doing this because Hashem commanded it").The Parsha's Korbanot (offerings) begin with voluntary ones, including the Olah (elevation/burnt offering) that atones for missed mitzvot—going beyond Teshuvah (repentance/apology) by repairing the relationship to an elevated state. Today, reciting the Korbanot in Tefillah substitutes for actual offerings, restoring closeness. Rabbi Wolbe stresses avoiding mundane habit in all areas (marriage, parenting, Avodah): invest freshness, intention, and growth (e.g., date your spouse, spotlight children's strengths). As Pesach approaches, prepare an intentional Seder—make it personally meaningful, not just childhood repetition. Chazak on completing Shemot; now enter the realm of kedushah with purpose._____________This episode of the Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in honor of Lenny & Teresa FriedmanDownload & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on March 17, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 20, 2026_____________Subscribe: Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1651930083)Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/22lv1kXJob5ZNLaAl6CHTQ) to stay inspired! Share your questions at awolbe@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content. _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life. To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference!_____________Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer 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 http://podcast.torchweb.org_____________Keywords:#Torah, #Parsha, #Exodus, #Shemos, #Vayakhel, #Pekudei, #Kiyor, #MirrorsOfTheLegions, #JewishWomen, #PotentialUnlock, #Mothers, #WashAwayDoubt, #ShabbosPrep, #JewishMothers, #UnlimitedPotential, #MussarLessons ★ Support this podcast ★
Please support TORCH at GiveTORCH.net. Thank you for your partnership in expanding our Jewish programming!In this episode launching Sefer Vayikra, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe contrasts the themes of the Torah books: Bereishit (family of Israel), Shemot (nation of Israel), Vayikra (holiness/spirituality of Israel), Bamidbar (travels of Israel), and Devarim (review). He highlights the small aleph in "Vayikra" as Moshe's humble choice to downplay his frequent divine calls (Vayikar = "it happened" vs. summoned), and Moshe's refusal to enter the Ohel Moed until explicitly called—teaching intentional Judaism: acts must be purposeful, not rote habit. Prayer, tefillin, and mitzvot lose depth when mechanical; they require Kavanah (focus/intention) and simplicity ("I'm doing this because Hashem commanded it").The Parsha's Korbanot (offerings) begin with voluntary ones, including the Olah (elevation/burnt offering) that atones for missed mitzvot—going beyond Teshuvah (repentance/apology) by repairing the relationship to an elevated state. Today, reciting the Korbanot in Tefillah substitutes for actual offerings, restoring closeness. Rabbi Wolbe stresses avoiding mundane habit in all areas (marriage, parenting, Avodah): invest freshness, intention, and growth (e.g., date your spouse, spotlight children's strengths). As Pesach approaches, prepare an intentional Seder—make it personally meaningful, not just childhood repetition. Chazak on completing Shemot; now enter the realm of kedushah with purpose._____________This episode of the Parsha Review Podcast is dedicated in honor of Lenny & Teresa FriedmanDownload & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded at TORCH Meyerland in the Levin Family Studios (B) to a live audience on March 17, 2026, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 20, 2026_____________Subscribe: Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parsha-review-podcast-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1651930083)Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/22lv1kXJob5ZNLaAl6CHTQ) to stay inspired! Share your questions at awolbe@torchweb.org or visit torchweb.org for more Torah content. _____________About the Host:Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe, Director of TORCH in Houston, brings decades of Torah scholarship to guide listeners in applying Jewish wisdom to daily life. To directly send your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Support Our Mission:Help us share Jewish wisdom globally by sponsoring an episode at torchweb.org. Your support makes a difference!_____________Subscribe and Listen to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Hey Rabbi! Podcast: https://heyrabbi.transistor.fm/episodesPrayer 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 http://podcast.torchweb.org_____________Keywords:#Torah, #Parsha, #Exodus, #Shemos, #Vayakhel, #Pekudei, #Kiyor, #MirrorsOfTheLegions, #JewishWomen, #PotentialUnlock, #Mothers, #WashAwayDoubt, #ShabbosPrep, #JewishMothers, #UnlimitedPotential, #MussarLessons ★ Support this podcast ★
Learning ahead in Likutei Moharan 42 4/5 we get encouragement from Rebbe Nachman ben Faiga Simcha zya for the Youth of TheFamilyMinyan.com etc... To shine like Avraham, Yitzchak & Yaakov, the 3 branched Shin, the 3 names of Hashem in the first posok of Shema etc... The Shem Shakai etc...Cover pic
Limudim from Menorah about Torah, the Avodah of Purim & Parshas Zachor (Tetzaveh 5786)
Emunah in the Tzadik Moshe Rabeinu to Mordechai Hatzaddick is the Avodah and the Divine Providence that on the Hilula 7th Adar we continue learning Likutei Moharan 42 2. Rabeinu Nachman ben Faiga Simcha reveals the Raz, aka Ohr, in the words of Tzaddikim, will help us have a Lit Purim of True Sweetening Judgements, Light & Joy. Thank you to TheFamilyMinyan.com, aka Shtiebel, for hosting on my Soulmate's birthday flow, Radiance of Soul mamesh.Cover
091 Chullin 13b- Tikroves Avodah Zorah
Send a textPart Two – Is Your Ladder Leaning Against the Wrong Wall? | Richard Mobley on Leadership and CallingIn Part Two of this powerful conversation, Richard Mobley dives deeper into what happens when success no longer satisfies — and how leaders can unknowingly climb the wrong ladder.After decades of corporate advancement, Richard reached a season of fatigue and uncertainty. What followed wasn't a dramatic “eureka” moment, but a squiggly journey of rediscovery. Through consulting, real estate ventures, and personal reflection, he uncovered a deeper truth: fulfillment isn't found in constant upward motion — it's found in alignment.This episode explores:Why the line of success is rarely straightHow leaders develop a false fear of failureThe difference between healthcare and healthcare financeWhy “follow your passion” can be misleading adviceThe Hebrew concept of Avodah — work as worshipHow calling happens at the intersection of gifting and needThe power of evaluated experience over experience aloneRichard challenges leaders to stop measuring success by Wall Street metrics or cultural expectations. Instead, he invites us to ask:Is my ladder leaning against the right wall?During the conversation, Richard references Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s words spoken in Birmingham:“You don't have to see the entire staircase in order to take the first step.” It's a fitting reminder that calling rarely unfolds in a straight line. Leadership growth is often a squiggle — forward momentum mixed with setbacks, recalibration, and courage. Sometimes the most strategic move a leader can make isn't climbing faster, but pausing long enough to realign.If you've ever felt successful but unfulfilled, busy but misaligned, or driven but unclear on your deeper why — this conversation will both ground and inspire you.There is immeasurable joy in making the right difference. The question is: Are you climbing the right wall?Host: Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOSGuest: Richard Mobley, Founder and Principal of the Seven Four Group, Inc. and the Be Far More! SystemThe Anatomy of Leadership podcast explores the art and science of leadership through candid, insightful conversations with thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers from a variety of industries. Hosted by Chris Comeaux, each episode dives into the mindsets, habits, and strategies that empower leaders to thrive in complex, fast-changing environments. With topics ranging from organizational culture and emotional intelligence to navigating disruption and inspiring teams, the show blends real-world stories with practical takeaways. The goal is simple yet ambitious: to equip leaders at every level with the tools, perspectives, and inspiration they need to lead with vision, empathy, and impact. https://www.teleioscn.org/anatomy-of-leadership
Part Two – Is Your Ladder Leaning Against the Wrong Wall? | Richard Mobley on Leadership and CallingIn Part Two of this powerful conversation, Richard Mobley dives deeper into what happens when success no longer satisfies — and how leaders can unknowingly climb the wrong ladder.After decades of corporate advancement, Richard reached a season of fatigue and uncertainty. What followed wasn't a dramatic “eureka” moment, but a squiggly journey of rediscovery. Through consulting, real estate ventures, and personal reflection, he uncovered a deeper truth: fulfillment isn't found in constant upward motion — it's found in alignment.This episode explores:Why the line of success is rarely straightHow leaders develop a false fear of failureThe difference between healthcare and healthcare financeWhy “follow your passion” can be misleading adviceThe Hebrew concept of Avodah — work as worshipHow calling happens at the intersection of gifting and needThe power of evaluated experience over experience aloneRichard challenges leaders to stop measuring success by Wall Street metrics or cultural expectations. Instead, he invites us to ask:Is my ladder leaning against the right wall?During the conversation, Richard references Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s words spoken in Birmingham:“You don't have to see the entire staircase in order to take the first step.” It's a fitting reminder that calling rarely unfolds in a straight line. Leadership growth is often a squiggle — forward momentum mixed with setbacks, recalibration, and courage. Sometimes the most strategic move a leader can make isn't climbing faster, but pausing long enough to realign.If you've ever felt successful but unfulfilled, busy but misaligned, or driven but unclear on your deeper why — this conversation will both ground and inspire you.There is immeasurable joy in making the right difference. The question is: Are you climbing the right wall?Host: Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOSGuest: Richard Mobley, Founder and Principal of the Seven Four Group, Inc. and the Be Far More! SystemTeleios Collaborative Network / https://www.teleioscn.org/tcntalkspodcast
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