Podcasts about Baal Shem Tov

When a person experiences any kind of suffering, he must understand that it comes only from the great love that Hashem has for him. The Tanach as well as Chazal are filled with statements attesting to this truth. When a person internalizes this and wholeheartedly accepts that Hashem is actually helping him when he has a difficulty, it is a wondrous expression of emunah, which is heavily rewarded in the next world. We must remind ourselves of this again and again, because when a person is hurting, he naturally wants to complain and bemoan his fate. There is a story brought down in the introduction to the sefer Divrei Yechezkel Shraga about Rabbi Yosef Teitelbaum, who served as the rav of a large city in Europe before the Holocaust. He took care of all the city's religious needs, and they paid his rent and supported him. One day, his non-Jewish landlord informed him that he was selling their apartment and they would have to vacate within the month. At that time, there were no other apartments available for rent in the city, and this meant the rabbi would not only lose his apartment, but his entire community and life's work, as he would have to move to a new city. A few days later, an argument broke out on a street corner between two women from the community. They were each saying hurtful words to each other. At one point, one of the women said to the other, "You are a difficult and terrible person. Even the rebbetzin said you're a dangerous woman." The other woman, hurt by this accusation, was filled with anger toward the rebbetzin for supposedly saying that. She immediately went to the rebbetzin's house and knocked on her door. The rebbetzin answered with a pleasant smile, but the woman burst out loudly and publicly, "How dare you say I'm a difficult and bad woman? Shame on you. You're a miserable woman yourself." The rebbetzin froze in shock. She had no idea what this woman was talking about. She told the woman she had never said anything of the sort, but the other woman was so swept away by her emotions that she continued mercilessly attacking the rebbetzin with harsh words. The rebbetzin could not bear the shame. She ran to her room, locked the door, and burst into tears. She sobbed bitterly. "Ribono Shel Olam I can't endure all of these hardships. First we find out that we have to leave the kehillah that we invested our entire lives in, from which we earn our livelihood and feed our children. And now this terrible pain and humiliation that is unbearable. Why so much suffering?" The rebbetzin cried until she fell asleep. Suddenly, the image of her holy father, Rav Yechezkel Shraga, appeared to her in a dream. He said, "I am ashamed of you, my daughter. Your crying and complaining is bringing me shame and pain in the upper world. "There was a harsh decree, and you were supposed to pass away. I exerted all of my strength to be an advocate for you and your children to annul the decree and keep you alive. After begging and pleading for mercy, my request was accepted. "It was decided in Shamayim to replace the decree with suffering instead. Your landlord would cause you distress by telling you he was going to sell your apartment so that you would have to leave behind your entire life and livelihood for an unknown future. As well, you would be shamed in public. "This was to give you a new life for years to come. How could you be crying and complaining?" The rebbetzin woke up in a sweat, remembering every detail she had just seen. A few minutes later, the woman returned to apologize. She had found out the other woman made it up, and she felt horrible for the way she acted. The rebbetzin told her not to worry. It was all for her best. A few hours later, the landlord came to say that he had decided not to sell the apartment and they could stay living there. The rebbetzin then shared with her husband all that had happened and felt terrible for not accepting her suffering with love. Rabbi Tzvi Nakar quoted the Baal Shem Tov, who said that every time suffering befalls a Jew and he accepts it without complaining, he builds immeasurable structures for himself in Shamayim. He elevates Hashem's honor and brings tikkunim that could not have been accomplished any other way. We always have to remember that Hashem is acting in our best interests, even if sometimes it hurts.

The Rebbe discusses the importance of never being satisfied with spiritual levels, citing the rule that "one who has 200 desires 400." He clarifies the difference between the lineage of the Baal Shem Tov and the "path" of Chassidus, emphasizing that true connection is achieved through inner labor (avodah) rather than just pedigree. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/005/6027

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Episode #233: The Goy Who Threw A Rock At The Baal Shem Tov

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This week I have three stories for you. The first takes place at a tisch of the first Belzer Rebbe, where a single piece of fruit changes everything. The second follows a chassid of Rabbi Mordechai of Chernobyl who sets out on a long business journey carrying two etrogim — one for his Rebbe, one for the holy Ruzhiner. And the third is a story of the Baal Shem Tov, told on a wedding day, when a debt of one thousand rubles arrives at the worst possible moment. If you're enjoying these Chassidic stories, please take a quick moment to buy me a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/barakhullman Thank you! I deeply appreciate your support! Also available at https://soundcloud.com/barak-hullman/the-blessing-inside-the-curse To become a part of this project or sponsor an episode please go to https://hasidicstory.com/be-a-supporter. Hear all of the stories at https://hasidicstory.com. Go here to hear my other podcast https://jewishpeopleideas.com or https://soundcloud.com/jewishpeopleideas. Find my books, Figure It Out When You Get There: A Memoir of Stories About Living Life First and Watching How Everything Falls Into Place and A Shtikel Sholom: A Student, His Mentor and Their Unconventional Conversations on Amazon by going to https://bit.ly/barakhullman. My classes in Breslov Chassidus, Likutey Moharan, can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@barakhullman/videos I also have a YouTube channel of ceramics which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@thejerusalempotter

The Rebbe acknowledges his letter about 19 Kislev, Rabbi Schneur Zalman's liberation day, emphasizing it as a “new year” for Chassidus—serving G‑d joyfully with body and soul, following the Baal Shem Tov, without self-affliction or excessive austerity. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/004/5967

התוכן לקט שיחות בענין שיעורי חת"ת: 1) גם מי שיש לו שיעורים בנגלה ובחסידות וכו' – עליו לשמור על שיעורי חת"ת, ויש בהם ענינים מיוחדים וסגולות מיוחדות. 2) לימוד שיעורי חת"ת הוא סגולה לכמה ענינים; אם לא הספיקו ללמוד במשך היום – אפשר להשלים בלילה (בנוגע לחומש ותהלים יש שקו"ט אם מותר בלילה). 3) כ"ק מו"ח אדמו"ר אמר שהתקנה דשיעורי חת"ת היתה קיימת מכבר אלא שהוא פרסם, צוה וביקש לקיימה; אמירת תהלים לפני התפלה הוא ענין בפ"ע, כאן מדובר על אמירת שיעור חדשי בתהלים אחרי התפלה. 4) שיעורי חת"ת מיועדים לכולם – חסידים, לא-חסידים, ואפילו מי שרק "בשם ישראל יכונה"! 5) הבטחה גמורה ששמירת התקנה דשיעורי חת"ת לא תפגע בפרנסה, ואדרבה! 6) התעוררות ע"ד שמירת התקנה שכ"ק מו"ח אדמו"ר – נשיא בישראל שמסר את נפשו עבור כאו"א מכלל ישראל – פירסם והשתדל שיתקבל בכל תפוצות ישראל – שיעורי חת"ת; הוא תבע זאת, ביקש והציע, והבטיח – שאם רק ירצו, יוכלו לעשות זאת מתוך שמחה! 7) על שיעורי חת"ת שכ"ק מו"ח אדמו"ר פרסם וצווה להפיץ – אמר, שזו תקנת הבעש"ט! ע"י שמירת תקנה זו "ממשיכים" את הבעש"ט ו'בעש"ט'סקע ענינים והנהגות! 8) גם מי שלא שמר על שיעורי חת"ת עד עתה – "אין דבר העומד בפני התשובה" ויכול להתחיל מכאן ולהבא, ולפעול כך גם על אחרים.1) משיחת כ' כסלו ה'תשי"ז. 2) ב' חלקים משיחת יו"ד שבט ה'תשכ"ט. 3) משיחת י"ג תמוז ה'תשכ"ט. 4) משיחת יו"ד שבט ה'תשל"ח. 5) משיחת יו"ד שבט ה'תשמ"א. 6) משיחת י"ב תמוז ה'תשד"מ. 7) משיחת י"ח תמוז ה'תשמ"ה. 8) אור לי"ז תשרי ה'תשמ"ט. ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=27-01-2026 Synopsis A compilation of sichos on the topic of Chitas: (1) Even one who has regular studies in Nigleh and Chassidus etc. must also study Chitas, which contains special qualities and segulos. (2) Studying Chitas is a segulah for a number of things. If one didn't finish during the day, he can make it up at night (though there is a discussion as to whether Chumash and Tehillim may be said at night). (3) My father-in-law, the Rebbe, said that the takanah of Chitas existed even before he introduced it, but it wasn't publicized. Saying Tehillim before davening is not the same as Chitas; here we are talking about reciting the Tehillim for the day of the month, and after davening. (4) Chitas is for everyone: Chassidim, non-Chassidim, and even one who is “called by the name Yisroel.” (5) There is an absolute promise that studying Chitas will not detract from one's livelihood; to the contrary, it will increase it. (6) My father-in-law – a Nasi of the Jewish people who gave up his life for every Jew – publicized the takanah of Chitas and strove to spread it to all Jewish communities; this is what he demanded and requested and recommended, and he promised that if only a person wants to, he will be able to keep the takanah with joy. (7) My father-in-law the Rebbe said that Chitas is a takanah from the Baal Shem Tov – and by keeping it, one draws down the Baal Shem Tov and Baal-Shemske things. (8) Even if one has not kept the takanah of Chitas until now, “Nothing stands in the way of teshuvah”: he can start now, and influence others to do the same.Excerpts from sichos of (1) 20 Kislev 5717; (2) 10 Shevat 5729; (3) 13 Tammuz 5729; (4) 10 Shevat 5738; (5) 10 Shevat 5741; (6) 12 Tammuz 5744; (7) 18 Tammuz 5745; (8) 17 Tishrei 5749. For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=27-01-2026 לזכות ר' יוסף יצחק בן רייצל לאה שי' ווענגער ליום ההולדת שלו יו"ד שבטלשנת ברכה הצלחה, ואריכות ימים ושנים טובות

A quiet “thank you” in Tzfas sparked a movement. From that simple beginning, "Thank You Hashem" evolved into a chorus of songs, hoodies, and heartbeats that you see on street corners and in shul hallways alike. We approached with curiosity and caution—questioning whether catchy slogans and lively concerts can genuinely convey Emunah—or if, amid all the hype, we risk reducing God from Master of the universe to a mascot on a sweatshirt.Our journey takes a pivotal turn with the Ramban on Parshas Bo. He explains why miracles occur, why mitzvos exist, and what they point to every day: living evidence that God exists, knows, and cares. The Ramban's bold statement shifts everything—the core intention of all mitzvos is to believe in God and acknowledge that He formed us. If the world's purpose is human recognition and gratitude, then public reminders can support private devotion—provided they inspire intention and avoid shortcuts.We discuss origins with the Bloomstein brothers, how music and merchandise spread the message, and the critiques: commercialization, pop aesthetics, and concerns about spiritual fast food. Then we find harmony. Gratitude isn't just a feeling; it's a form of service. A hoodie isn't holiness, but it can serve as a nudge toward it. When songs motivate us to say “I see You” more often—in joy, in struggle, in the everyday—they become tools, not toys. The true test is whether our practices deepen awareness, humility, and thankfulness.Join us as we shift from skepticism to a stronger embrace of radical gratitude. If you're wrestling with faith in a noisy world, this conversation offers both caution and encouragement: maintain reverence, hold onto thought, and let reminders draw you back to the purpose of creation. If this resonated, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review sharing where you stand on TYH and the work of gratitude.Support the showJoin The Motivation Congregation WhatsApp community for daily motivational Torah content!------------------Check out our other Torah Podcasts and content! SUBSCRIBE to The Motivation Congregation Podcast for daily motivational Mussar! Listen on Spotify or 24six! Find all Torah talks and listen to featured episodes on our website, themotivationcongregation.org Questions or Comments? Please email me @ michaelbrooke97@gmail.com

If There Was One Thing You Can Give Your Child, What Would It Be? What Our Generation Needs MostThis text-based class is the ninth and last one in a series on the Maamar (discourse) Basi Legani, presented by the Lubavitcher Rebbe at the Farbrengen of 10 Shvat 5726, January 31, 1966. This class was presented on Thursday, 4 Shevat, 5786, January 22, 2026, Parshas Bo, at Bais Medrash Ohr Chaim in Monsey, NY. The class presents a summation of the Basi Legani 5726 discourse, finding the secret treasure given by the King to His soldiers so they can triumph in the final battle. We explore how bliss is the glue of creation, and the underlying heartbeat and soul of all existence. The deepest, most essential Divine bliss and pleasure, inaccessible because it is essentially beyond any grasp and definition, is shared with us. We discuss the meaning of the Garden, the snake, and the Tree of Knowledge; how the Baal Shem Tov came to heal the world and our people from the profound sense of anxiety, shame, and guilt that paralyzes us emotionally, and how we can recognize the "snake" inside of us, and lean in to love being communicated every moment, even when feel alone and detached. View Source Sheets: https://portal.theyeshiva.net/api/source-sheets/9856

Can You Trust the Core of Your Child? It's In the Distance when I Discover Who I Really AmThis text-based class is the seventh in a series on the Maamar (discourse) Basi Legani, presented by the Lubavitcher Rebbe at the Farbrengen of 10 Shvat 5726, January 31, 1966. This class was presented on Monday, 1 Shevat, 5786, January 19, 2026, Parshas Bo, at Bais Medrash Ohr Chaim in Monsey, NY. In this class, we explore the parable of the Baal Shem Tov to explain why the Torah is basically a bunch of stories, of the prince who lost all connection with his father, the king. It was the wise minister who changed his clothes and language, connecting to the inner world of the prince, that allowed him to rediscover who he really is. We studied the teaching of the Maggid, why Moshe spoke of a three-day journey in the desert, to align the Torah of thought and speech with action. View Source Sheets: https://portal.theyeshiva.net/api/source-sheets/9847

This week I have two Baal Shem Tov stories for you. The first is about the Baal Shem Tov forced to spend Shabbos with a miserable, angry misnaged and the second about the "World of Joking Around" helping to make a shidduch. If you're enjoying these Chassidic stories, please take a quick moment to buy me a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/barakhullman Thank you! I deeply appreciate your support! Also available at https://soundcloud.com/barak-hullman/the-deepest-holiness-is-to-hear-someone-cry To become a part of this project or sponsor an episode please go to https://hasidicstory.com/be-a-supporter. Hear all of the stories at https://hasidicstory.com. Go here to hear my other podcast https://jewishpeopleideas.com or https://soundcloud.com/jewishpeopleideas. Find my books, Figure It Out When You Get There: A Memoir of Stories About Living Life First and Watching How Everything Falls Into Place and A Shtikel Sholom: A Student, His Mentor and Their Unconventional Conversations on Amazon by going to https://bit.ly/barakhullman. My classes in Breslov Chassidus, Likutey Moharan, can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@barakhullman/videos I also have a YouTube channel of ceramics which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@thejerusalempotter

If a person is going through difficulties, the natural reaction is to ask, "Why me? What did I do to deserve this?" He then feels bad about the situation and remains in that state until it goes away. However, if he reacts that way, he is losing out on a golden opportunity. The purpose of this world is to utilize every circumstance that Hashem places a person into to its fullest, and thereby gain eternal life. The Chafetz Chaim writes that the main goodness a person will receive in the future depends on how he reacts to the ways Hashem dealt with him here. If he internalizes that Hashem is always doing the absolute best for him, even though it does not appear that way, he will rise to the greatest levels, and his table in the future will be overflowing with good. The Orchot Tzaddikim writes that if a person performs a mitzvah with joy, his reward is a thousand times greater than if he were to do it as a chore. That joy will give him the merit to have success in his endeavors and to rise in levels of spirituality, to the point that Hashem will reveal secrets to him from above. The joy a person experiences while doing a mitzvah is itself a mitzvah. If a person is experiencing difficulty, he has a mitzvah to accept that Hashem is doing this for his benefit, as stated in the Shulchan Aruch. If he fulfills that mitzvah with joy, it will earn him a thousand times more reward and elevate him tremendously. The Baal Shem Tov writes that when a person is in a state of joy and happiness, he can bring about great salvations. Being depressed and complaining accomplishes nothing, whereas being accepting and joyful can give a person everything. Rabbeinu Yonah writes in Mishlei (perek gimel, pasuk yud alef) that if a person gives much charity and is exceedingly careful in the performance of all the mitzvot, yet is unsuccessful in business and has great difficulty earning parnassah, or experiences other forms of suffering despite being so good, he must strengthen himself in bitachon and accept the way Hashem is dealing with him with love. He must understand that what is happening to him is truly for the best. He says, what the person is experiencing in his life is better than all the wealth, tranquility, and success this world has to offer, because all of that passes in a fleeting moment. This world is so temporary in comparison to the next world, and one moment of pleasure there is better than all the pleasure that can ever be experienced in this world combined. A person does not know what is truly good for him; only Hashem does. Sometimes tranquility is good, and sometimes difficulty is good. Therefore, a person should never be upset with Hashem. Rabbeinu Yonah adds that this attitude is a wondrous level to reach in bitachon, and the reward for it is incomprehensible. I once read a story of a man who was diagnosed with a serious illness. He went through years of treatments, hospital visits, pain, and uncertainty. His livelihood was affected and all of his plans were dissolved, yet no one could believe the attitude he maintained throughout the experience. When people visited him, they expected frustration and anger, but instead they were met with a smile and words of emunah. One day a friend could not hold back any longer and asked him directly, "How do you keep saying Baruch Hashem? You are in so much pain, you have lost so much—don't you feel broken?" He answered, "Yes, it hurts. But pain does not mean Hashem does not love me. It means He trusts me." The doctors and nurses were in awe of his demeanor, and he made a tremendous Kiddush Hashem. Baruch Hashem, he recovered and continues to live his life with joy and emunah. The levels he reached through his acceptance during those few years are levels people often do not reach in decades when everything is going smoothly. We do not ask for difficulties, but if they ever come, we do not want to waste the opportunity. The greatest thing we can do is accept them with love and emunah.

This week I have three stories for you. The first is the power of a good friend, the second how the Lubavitcher Rebbe saw what others could not and the last a meeting between a simple water carrier, a Torah scholar and the Baal Shem Tov. If you're enjoying these Chassidic stories, please take a quick moment to buy me a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/barakhullman Thank you! I deeply appreciate your support! Also available at https://soundcloud.com/barak-hullman/the-power-of-a-good-friend To become a part of this project or sponsor an episode please go to https://hasidicstory.com/be-a-supporter. Hear all of the stories at https://hasidicstory.com. Go here to hear my other podcast https://jewishpeopleideas.com or https://soundcloud.com/jewishpeopleideas. Find my books, Figure It Out When You Get There: A Memoir of Stories About Living Life First and Watching How Everything Falls Into Place and A Shtikel Sholom: A Student, His Mentor and Their Unconventional Conversations on Amazon by going to https://bit.ly/barakhullman. My classes in Breslov Chassidus, Likutey Moharan, can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@barakhullman/videos I also have a YouTube channel of ceramics which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@thejerusalempotter

With Mechilah, we discuss, hopefully, in the Spirit of Chizzuk from Chassidus at TheFamilyMinyan.com, aka the Shtiebel, to be Real. The Lessons in Tanya chapter 39 described the level of Mekava of Tzaddikim "Bital" of Atzilus, to the level of Olam HaBriya, the true intellectual love & awe. However, most of us by Olam HaYetzirah or even

Le bras de fer entre un maitre et son eleve.Histoire du Baal Shem Tov by Rav David Touitou

התוכן עה"פ [מובא בפרש"י בראשון דפ' וישב] "והי' בית יעקב לאש.. ובית עשו לקש". שואל ע"ז הרב המגיד למה "לקש"? הרי ב"קש" יש איזה תועלת - אפשר לשרוף אותו ולזבל בו את השדות ועי"ז גדלים פירות יותר טובים וכו', והרי השמחה תהי' יותר גדולה כש"בית עשו" כלל לא יהי'?! ותירץ, כי באמת, מכל דבר, גם מגוי שלוחם נגד יהדות, אפשר להוציא ממנו איזה "פרי" ולימוד בעבודת ה'. ולדוגמא: ישנו סיפור מהבעש"ט שפעם ביקש איזה בעל-עגלה גוי מתלמידו של הבעש"ט שיעזור לו להוציא את עגלה שלו מהבוץ שנפלה בו, והשיב לו ש"אין לו כח", אמר לו הגוי "מאָדזשיש דאַ ניע חאָטשיש" [אתה יכול רק אינך רוצה!]. ואמר הבעש"ט: ההוראה מדברי הגוי אלו שלכל יהודי יש את הכחות הדרושים לעבודת ה' אלא שלא רוצים...משיחת ט"ו תמוז ה'תש"כ ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=07-12-2025 Synopsis On the verse (cited in Rashi on rishon of parashas Vayeishev), “The House of Yaakov will be a fire… and the House of Eisav will be straw,” the Maggid of Mezritch asks: Straw at least has some benefit; for example, it can be burned and used to fertilize fields, resulting in better produce etc. Seemingly then, instead of saying that the house of Esav will be like straw, it should have said that it will cease to exist entirely? And the Maggid explained that the truth is that one can derive a lesson for Divine service (“fruit”) from everything, even from a non-Jew, and even from a non-Jew who fights against Yiddishkeit. For example, the following story of the Baal Shem Tov: A non-Jewish wagon driver once asked the students of the Baal Shem Tov to help him pull his wagon out of the mud. When the students replied that they weren't able to help him, the non-Jew replied, “Mozhesh da nye chotshesh” – “You can, but you don't want to!” The Baal Shem Tov explained that the lesson from the words of this non-Jew is that every Jew has the necessary strength to serve Hashem; the issue is only that sometimes he doesn't want to....Excerpt from sichah of 15 Tammuz 5720 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=07-12-2025 לזכות צביה בת חיה ריסה שתחי' ונגר ליום ההולדת שלה י"ז כסלו - לשנת ברכה והצלחה, ואריכות ימים ושנים טובות

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Episode #224: How The Baal Shem Tov Tried To Kill The Evil Frankistim

In this week's Jerusalem Lights podcast, Jim Long wraps up his trip to Israel before heading back to Arkansas with the story of his trip to Amman, Jordan - but wait for the surprise ending! Our hosts ponder the meaning of the sages' enigmatic expression, reflecting vast theological truths, that 'G-d is the place of the world, but the world is not His place.' What does that mean? Rabbi Richman pulls it all together with an unexpected connection between a story told about the holy Baal Shem Tov, and the celebrated American philosopher and poet, Henry David Thoreau. Lots of surprises in this week's episode! _________Rabbi Chaim Richman Jerusalem Lights | Torah for Everyone Please support the work of Jerusalem Lights, Inc., a USA recognized 501 ( c ) 3 non-profit organization to enable these productions to continue and grow:PayPal: infojerusalemlights@gmail.com or: https://paypal.me/JerusalemLights?loc...In the USA: Jerusalem Lights Inc. Post Office Box 16886Lubbock Texas 79490In Israel: Tel. 972 54 7000395 Mail: PO Box 23808, Jerusalem IsraelSubscribe to our newsletter at https://www.rabbirichman.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel:    / jerusalemlightsrabbichaimrichman  Follow us on Facebook:   / rabbichaimrichman    / 282440396475839  

התוכן ג' האבות אברהם יצחק ויעקב חיו ביחד ט"ו שנה. ועד"ז באבות החסידות – הבעש"ט, המגיד ואדמו"ר הזקן. מספר ט"ו הוא כנגד האותיות י"ה דשם הוי' שמורים על חכמה ובינה, שזהו החידוש דחסידות חב"ד – שהעבודה שבלב, החידוש דתורת החסידות בכלל, תהי' קשורה עם חב"ד. בנוגע לעת"ל כתיב "ביום ההוא יהי' וגו'" – ב"פ י"ה, שגם ו"ה יהי' כמו י"ה, ועפ"י מאחז"ל "שלשה הטעימן הקב"ה בעוה"ז מעין עוה"ב . . אברהם דכתיב בי' בכל יצחק דכתיב בי' מכל יעקב דכתיב בי' כל" – מובן מה שהי' אצלם המספר ט"ו (והפלא הוא שכאו"א מזכיר בבהמ"ז "כמו שברך את אבותנו אברהם יצחק ויעקב בכל מכל כל, כן יברך אותנו כו'"!) ועד"ז י"ל בנוגע לג' אבות החסידות בנוגע לגילוי פנימיות התורה; לא רק עבודת אברהם היתה קשורה עם צדקה אלא גם יצחק ועאכו"כ יעקב, קו האמצעי, שכל עניניו הם באופן ד"נחלה בלי מצרים".ב' חלקים מהתוועדות ח"י אלול ה'תשמ"א ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=20-11-2025 Synopsis The lives of Avrohom, Yitzchok, and Yaakov in this world overlapped for a period of fifteen years, and the same is true of the Avos of Chassidus – the Baal Shem Tov, the Maggid, and the Alter Rebbe. The number fifteen corresponds to letters Yud-Kei of the Name Havayah, which represent Chochmah and Binah (which is the unique contribution of Chassidus Chabad: linking the service of the heart (which is the contribution of Chassidus in general) to the intellect). Concerning the future era it says, “on that day will be (יהיה)” – Yud-Kei twice – indicating that at that time the letters Vov-Kei will be like the letters Yud-Kei. And based on the Gemara's statement, “Three were given in this world a taste of the World to Come…Avrohom, of whom it is written bakol (“with everything”); Yitzchok, of whom it is written mikol (“from everything”); and Yaakov, of whom it is written kol (“everything”),” we can understand why they overlapped for fifteen years. (The amazing thing is that everyone says in Birkas Hamazon, “As He blessed our forefathers Avrohom, Yitzchok, and Yaakov bakol, mikol, kol – so may He bless us….”) Similarly, it could be said about the three Avos of Chassidus and the revelation of the inner dimension of Torah. Not only did Avrohom's service involve tzedakah, but also that of Yitzchok, and all the more so Yaakov – the middle path, who merited “a boundless portion.”2 excerpts from farbrengen of 18 Elul 5741 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=20-11-2025

Episode 22 of Ask Away dives into kosher, mikvah, and customs, with 18 questions from Benjamin (NY) and in-person queries. Rabbi Wolbe addresses antisemitism's rise as a call to prioritize Temple/exile awareness, urging discomfort for closeness to Hashem. Key themes:Kosher Details: Spleen/liver differences, roasting liver, gid hanasheh (sciatic nerve) removal, fish blood rinsing (1:03–3:03, 39:54–40:37, 1:06:47–1:07:20).Mevushal Wine: Pasteurized kosher wine safe for non-Jew touch; non-mevushal fine sealed, invalid post-opening if touched (20:50–26:24, 39:09–39:54).Mikvah: Pools valid with 40 se'ah rainwater (biblical for women); showers/bathtubs for men (tisha kavim); blessings for women/utensils (al hat'vilah), not men; conversion TBD (42:45–56:58).Shabbos Candles/Prayers: Personal requests OK (18 minutes early); general prayers (e.g., Sim Shalom) fine, but no specifics on Shabbos—use intent (31:52–36:38).Dishwasher: Separate or hand-wash; hot water transfers taste (33:03–34:43).Organ Donation/DNR: Living OK (mitzvah); post-mortem complex; DNR permissible if pain excruciating, after rabbinic consult (18:35–20:47).Hasidic Dress: Emotional inspiration (Baal Shem Tov); uniqueness (Tzitzis' free strings); don't judge—focus on Chessed (Hatzalah example) (3:04–16:13).Behab (Fasting): Custom post-Pesach/Sukkot for atonement (lashon hara); uncommon, sunrise to stars (1:03:33–1:05:02).613 Mitzvot: 248 positive (limbs), 365 prohibitions (days); total 613—no sequence significance (58:40–59:07).Please submit your questions at askaway@torchweb.org_____________The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B_LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5This episode (Ep. #73) of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on October 26, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on November 12, 2025_____________Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Everyday Judaism Podcast on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-judaism-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1600622789) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/3AXCNcyKSVsaOLsLQsCN1C) to stay inspired! Share your questions at askaway@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!! 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 http://podcast.torchweb.org_____________Keywords:#AskAway, #Torah, #Halacha, #Q&A, #Jewish, #Traditions, #Law, #DietaryLaws, #Liver, #Blood, #Clothing, #GoldenAge, #Salt, #Mikvah, #Conversion, #Tefillin, #Shabbat, #Mitzvah, #Gratitude ★ Support this podcast ★

Episode 22 of Ask Away dives into kosher, mikvah, and customs, with 18 questions from Benjamin (NY) and in-person queries. Rabbi Wolbe addresses antisemitism's rise as a call to prioritize Temple/exile awareness, urging discomfort for closeness to Hashem. Key themes:Kosher Details: Spleen/liver differences, roasting liver, gid hanasheh (sciatic nerve) removal, fish blood rinsing (1:03–3:03, 39:54–40:37, 1:06:47–1:07:20).Mevushal Wine: Pasteurized kosher wine safe for non-Jew touch; non-mevushal fine sealed, invalid post-opening if touched (20:50–26:24, 39:09–39:54).Mikvah: Pools valid with 40 se'ah rainwater (biblical for women); showers/bathtubs for men (tisha kavim); blessings for women/utensils (al hat'vilah), not men; conversion TBD (42:45–56:58).Shabbos Candles/Prayers: Personal requests OK (18 minutes early); general prayers (e.g., Sim Shalom) fine, but no specifics on Shabbos—use intent (31:52–36:38).Dishwasher: Separate or hand-wash; hot water transfers taste (33:03–34:43).Organ Donation/DNR: Living OK (mitzvah); post-mortem complex; DNR permissible if pain excruciating, after rabbinic consult (18:35–20:47).Hasidic Dress: Emotional inspiration (Baal Shem Tov); uniqueness (Tzitzis' free strings); don't judge—focus on Chessed (Hatzalah example) (3:04–16:13).Behab (Fasting): Custom post-Pesach/Sukkot for atonement (lashon hara); uncommon, sunrise to stars (1:03:33–1:05:02).613 Mitzvot: 248 positive (limbs), 365 prohibitions (days); total 613—no sequence significance (58:40–59:07).Please submit your questions at askaway@torchweb.org_____________The Everyday Judaism Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way._____________This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Marshall & Doreen LernerDownload & Print the Everyday Judaism Halacha Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1RL-PideM42B_LFn6pbrk8MMU5-zqlLG5This episode (Ep. #73) of the Everyday Judaism Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Marshall & Doreen Lerner! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on October 26, 2025, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on November 12, 2025_____________Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Everyday Judaism Podcast on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everyday-judaism-rabbi-aryeh-wolbe/id1600622789) or Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/3AXCNcyKSVsaOLsLQsCN1C) to stay inspired! Share your questions at askaway@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!! 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 http://podcast.torchweb.org_____________Keywords:#AskAway, #Torah, #Halacha, #Q&A, #Jewish, #Traditions, #Law, #DietaryLaws, #Liver, #Blood, #Clothing, #GoldenAge, #Salt, #Mikvah, #Conversion, #Tefillin, #Shabbat, #Mitzvah, #Gratitude ★ Support this podcast ★

התוכן ידוע פתגם של בעל יום ההולדת לפני הסתלקותו: "איך גיי אין הימל און די כתבים לאָז איך אייך". שהכוונה בזה היא – שע"י הלימוד בכתבי החסידות שלו, שבהם הכניס את עצמותו, יש לנו אותו עצמו כפי שנמצא במצב של עלי' השמימה; גם החידוש שנפעל ביום ההולדת שלו בכל שנה שייך ונפעל גם אצל כל ההולכים באורחותיו כו', ובפרט הלומדים כתביו באופן של "יתפרנסון", בהבנה והשגה דוקא, שעי"ז נעשה "יחוד נפלא שאין יחוד כמוהו"; את הכחות לכל זה "השאיר לנו" – לרשותנו, ורק צריכים לגלותו; ע"י הפצת המעיינות חוצה "קאתי מר דא מלכא משיחא", כפתגם ה"בעל שם טוב". כמו שע"י קריאה ב"שם", שהוא לכאו' ענין חיצוני, נפנה האדם לקוראו בכל עצמותו (וזה גם מעורר בו כחותיו הנעלמים וכו'), ומזה מובן שגם כאשר התפיסא בתורתו של בעל יום ההולדת אינה אלא במקצת, כמו קריאה ב"שמות" – תופסים את העצם כולו, ולכן יכול כאו"א לבוא למצב של "יחוד נפלא" עם הענינים הכי עמוקים של בעל יום ההולדת!ג' חלקים משיחת אור ליום ב' פ' חיי שרה, כ"ף מרחשון ה'תשמ"ו ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=11-11-2025 Synopsis Before his histalkus, the Rebbe [Rashab] Nishmaso Eden said, “I am going to Heaven, and I leave the writings to you,” meaning: by studying his writings of Chassidus, in which he invested his very essence, we have the Rebbe himself, as he exists in the state of ascent to Heaven. The renewal of his life's work that occurs every year on his birthday year is relevant and has an effect on everyone who follows his ways, particularly those who study his writings in such a way that they are “sustained by them” meaning with understanding and comprehension, which forms a “wondrous union that is unmatched by any other union.” He “left us” the abilities for all this and put them at our disposal; we need only to reveal it. The Baal Shem Tov said that “the master, king Moshiach, will come” as a result of spreading his wellsprings; just as a name is seemingly an external aspect of a person, but calling someone by their name arouses their entire essence, so too it understood that even if one only has a partial connection to the teachings of the Rebbe Nishmaso Eden (like “reading names”), he grasps the entire essence. Therefore, everyone can achieve a “wondrous union” with his deepest teachings.3 excerpts from sichah of Sunday night, parashas Chayei Sarah, 20 Marcheshvan 5746 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=11-11-2025 לזכות ר' שלום דובער בן רבקה צירה שי' ליום ההולדת שלו כ' מרחשון - לשנת ברכה והצלחה, ואריכות ימים ושנים טובות

A conversation with Helana Herman about integrating the Baal Shem Tov's teachings of connecting to G-d within nature, finding stillness, a Jewish path to manifesting and voicing our desires, the three stages of close relationships and how to move through conflict, deepened community impact through a deeper connection to oneself and the journey to parenting children with religious differences with true love and acceptance. Helana Herman is a Life and Relationship Coach and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. She and her husband, Rabbi Pinney Herman, were shluchim in Raleigh, North Carolina for thirty years. The Herman's are Certified Imago Relationship Educators, offering tools for compassionate communication and teaching couples how to turn conflict into connection. Helana blends somatic tools with Torah and Chassidic wisdom to help women and couples live with more safety, connection, and joy. Contact her at coachingwithhelana@gmail.com* * * * * * *To inquire about sponsorship & advertising opportunities, please email us at info@humanandholy.comTo support our work, visit humanandholy.com/sponsor.Find us on Instagram @humanandholy & subscribe to our channel to stay up to date on all our upcoming conversations ✨Human & Holy podcast is available on all podcast streaming platforms. New episodes every Sunday & Wednesday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.

What if the Torah isn't just a sacred text—but a divine structure hidden for 3,000 years?   What God Actually Wants From You (It's Simpler Than 3,000 Years of Religion Made It).Tel Aviv scholar and author Saul Sadka believes he's uncovered a pattern that rewrites how we understand the Bible itself. His discovery: the Torah is divided into 80 sections, repeating divine patterns of 13 and 8—symbols of oneness and covenant.In this episode, Sadka explains:How every book of the Torah fits a precise mathematical designWhy the current chapter-and-verse system was never part of the original textHow 13 and 8 reveal the blueprint of monotheismWhy rediscovering this structure could revive our lost connection to the sourceIf Sadka's right, this could be the most important Torah discovery in modern times—a map hiding in plain sight. Once you see the pattern, you'll never read scripture the same way again.Most things you rely on daily have an Israeli component.  Subscribe to discover how Israelis are improving YOUR life.   80% of your phone's security? Israeli. That life-saving medical device? Israeli. Your car avoiding crashes? Israeli.    Headlines show conflict. We show contribution. YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJHxFfzVypMfwHa6I6ckf-A Torah code, Saul Sadka, Israeli Trailblazers Show, hidden structure of the Bible, Jewish mysticism, Torah secrets, Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, Baal Shem Tov, biblical patterns, faith and reason, Israel innovation, Jewish thought, spirituality, monotheism, covenant, 13 and 8, Deuteronomy structure, Genesis code, religious discovery, modern Torah study, hidden wisdom https://pod.link/1585604285https://findinginspiration.substack.com/

What if the Torah isn't just a sacred text—but a divine structure hidden for 3,000 years?   What God Actually Wants From You (It's Simpler Than 3,000 Years of Religion Made It).Tel Aviv scholar and author Saul Sadka believes he's uncovered a pattern that rewrites how we understand the Bible itself. His discovery: the Torah is divided into 80 sections, repeating divine patterns of 13 and 8—symbols of oneness and covenant.In this episode, Sadka explains:How every book of the Torah fits a precise mathematical designWhy the current chapter-and-verse system was never part of the original textHow 13 and 8 reveal the blueprint of monotheismWhy rediscovering this structure could revive our lost connection to the sourceIf Sadka's right, this could be the most important Torah discovery in modern times—a map hiding in plain sight. Once you see the pattern, you'll never read scripture the same way again.Most things you rely on daily have an Israeli component.  Subscribe to discover how Israelis are improving YOUR life.   80% of your phone's security? Israeli. That life-saving medical device? Israeli. Your car avoiding crashes? Israeli.    Headlines show conflict. We show contribution. YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJHxFfzVypMfwHa6I6ckf-A Torah code, Saul Sadka, Israeli Trailblazers Show, hidden structure of the Bible, Jewish mysticism, Torah secrets, Rabbi Jonathan Sacks, Baal Shem Tov, biblical patterns, faith and reason, Israel innovation, Jewish thought, spirituality, monotheism, covenant, 13 and 8, Deuteronomy structure, Genesis code, religious discovery, modern Torah study, hidden wisdom https://pod.link/1585604285https://findinginspiration.substack.com/

Hi everyone! Please G-d we will be back soon with new episodes! In the meantime, enjoy this Cheshvan replay rich with information on the month we are in and what we can do to bring Moshiach. G-d knows we need the chizuk! Enjoy!--Hi everyone, welcome back to another episode of The Chai on Life Podcast. Today, we are talking all about Moshiach. It's Cheshvan and on the surface, Cheshvan seems like a chill, catch-up kind of month. The chagim are over, we're back to routine and Cheshvan gives us the time to do so. But is that all Cheshvan is for? Like pretty much all things in Judaism, how things appear on the surface are well, just the surface and there is a whole world of depth underneath.As I was researching more about Cheshvan I learned that it is soooo Moshiach centered. If you learn from the Sefer Yetzirah or the Book of Formation, which you can read about on ⁠inner.org⁠, you will learn that the letter of the month, sense of the month, tribe and so much more are all connected to Moshiach.To be honest, Moshiach is something I've struggled with over the years becoming religious and being religious. It's something that I am taught to want, yet also something I don't actually know that much about.So for awhile now, I've been determined to learn more and really understand more and I knew Faigy Blumstein was the perfect person to do so with.⁠Faigy Blumstein⁠ does not call herself a lecturer, but someone who loves to share. A passionate educator and school psychologist, she is dedicated to living a Hashem-centered life. As part of the Thank You Hashem women's division, Faigy draws on chasidic teachings and the light of the Baal Shem Tov, to inspire others. Her heartfelt approach helps women deepen their connection to Hashem, integrating spirituality into everyday life in a meaningful and modern way.And let me tell you this conversation gets deep. We talk about how she got into Chassidus in the first place, how it can connect you in ways you never could have imagined, what Moshiach even means, how we can all work to bring Moshiach, why Cheshvan is the time reserved for Moshiach, how Israel connects to all of this and so so much more.We also learn about the connection between Cheshvan, Moshiach and Rochel Imeinu. Tonight, Monday night, the 11th of Cheshvan begins Rochel Imeinu's yahrtzeit and our conversation brought such a new light to Rochel that I wasn't aware of before. It is hashgacha pratis that the podcast is coming out right before so hopefully we can all use our connection to Rochel Imeinu to feel more strength and a new kind of vitality with our Yiddushkeit.Learn more:Cheshvan on ⁠Inner.org⁠⁠Thank You Hashem⁠Listen to Faigy's Cheshvan Playlist:⁠Spotify⁠⁠Apple

Episode #220: The Baal Shem Tov Visits A Strange City Where All The Boys And Girls Have The Same Names

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התוכן הרמב"ם פוסק "צוה משה רבינו מפי הגבורה לכוף את כל באי העולם לקבל מצות שנצטוו בני נח". ומזה מובן, דבזה שבנ"י נצטוו לפעול על אוה"ע שיקיימו ז' מצוות דב"נ, תלוי השלימות דבנ"י. [ובזה רואים שחידוש הבעש"ט בענין דהשגחה פרטית, שזו אינה רק על בנ"י, אלא על כל דבר, אינה "תורה חדשה" ח"ו אלא רמב"ם מפורש! – הענין דהשג"פ על אוה"ע]. ועד"ז רואים השינוי שנעשה לאחרונה בהענין ד"יפוצו מעיינותך חוצה", שזה מגיע גם לאוה"ע. וכמו שראו הנהגות רבותינו נשיאינו שלקחו מזמנם לפעול גם על אוה"ע שיטיבו דרכם. ובדורנו מובן גם עפ"י שכל עד כמה נחוצה ההשפעה על אוה"ע שיקיימו הז' מצות דב"נ, מפני שכך צוה משה מפי הגבורה, ובזה תלוי כל חיותם (שגוי שאינו מקיים א' מהז' מצוות ה"ה חייב מיתה)! ומי שנמצא בהשג"פ במשרה כזו שפוגש אוה"ע, הרי בודאי שיכול להשפיע עליהם. וזהו פרט בקיום תומ"צ שלו כיהודי! ב' חלקים משיחת י"ט כסלו ה'תשל"ה ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=23-10-2025 Synopsis The Rambam writes: “Moshe Rabbeinu was commanded by the Almighty to compel all the inhabitants of the world to accept the commandments given to Noach's descendants.” Thus it is understood that the completeness of the Jewish people themselves depends upon influencing the nations of the world to observe the Sheva Mitzvos Bnai Noach. (Here we see that the Baal Shem Tov's teaching that Hashgacha Pratis applies not only to Jews but to everything in the world, was not a new idea, chas v'shalom, but an explicit teaching of the Rambam.) We see that recently, the “spreading of the wellsprings outward” has begun to reach even non-Jews, and we also find that our Rebbeim took the time to influence even non-Jews to improve their ways. These days, we can also understand logically how necessary it is to influence the nations of the world to keep the Sheva Mitzvos, because this is what “Moshe was commanded by the Almighty,” and their very existence depends on it (for a gentile who transgresses even one of the Sheva Mitzvos is liable to receive the death penalty). When, by Hashgacha Pratis, someone finds himself in a position where he interacts with non-Jews, he surely has the ability to influence them – and this is part of his own fulfillment of Torah and mitzvos as a Jew.2 excerpts from sichah of 19 Kislev 5735 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=23-10-2025 לזכות יעקב מנחם בן שושנה שי' וחי' שרה בת שושנה שתחי' ליום ההולדת שלהם בדר"ח מרחשוןלשנת ברכה והצלחה, ואריכות ימים ושנים טובות

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התוכן ידוע שהנהגת אדמו"ר מהר"ש היתה "בעל-שם'סקע הנהגה" – הנהגה באופן של "מופתים" בנוגע לעניני עוה"ז הגשמי. שזה מתבטא גם בפתגם והוראת אדמו"ר מהר"ש "מלכתחילה אַריבער" – שיהודי מתברך בעשירות ובבנים וכיו"ב באופן של "אַריבער", שאין לה אחיזה בדרכי הטבע, ו"מלכתחילה"!; גם התשובה בנוגע להחיוב של "פרו ורבו ומלאו את הארץ וכבשוה" – שקודם יש לגדול בתורה ויראת שמים וכו' – היא, שההנהגה צ"ל באופן של "מלכתחילה אַריבער" ו"מצוה הבאה לידך אל תחמצינה"!; הענין ד"פרו ורבו" בעבודת האדם עם עצמו – שהענינים לא ישארו ב"מוחין" (ה"אִמות")‏ אלא יבאו גם למדות שבלב (ה"תולדות") עד למעשה בפועל, ובעבודה עם הזולת – כמו שענה נשיא דורנו לא': "עשה לי חסיד ובכך תהי' מקושר"; ביחד גם עם ה"לישועתך קוינו כל היום", העדר המנוחה וכו', צ"ל העונג של "טועמי' חיים זכו" ע"י לימוד החסידות, תורתו של משיח, שעי"ז ימהרו את ביאת משיח צדקנו בפשטות.ד' חלקים מהתוועדות אור ליום ג' פ' ברכה, י"ג תשרי ה'תשד"מ ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=05-10-2025 Synopsis We know that the Rebbe Maharash conducted himself in the manner of the Baal Shem Tov – characterized by physical wonders. This is also expressed in the saying and directive of the Rebbe Maharash, “M'lechatchilah ariber” (going “above in the first place”) – where a Jew is blessed with wealth and children etc. in a manner of “over,” beyond the bounds of nature from the outset. Similarly, while some argue that they cannot fulfill the mitzvah to “Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and master it” until after they grow in Torah and fear of Heaven, etc. – the response is that one must go m'lechatchilah ariber; “When a mitzvah comes to your hands, do not delay it.” The mitzvah of “be fruitful and multiply” in terms of one's inner spiritual service is to make sure that one's knowledge and understanding don't remain only in the mind (the “mothers”), but extend to the emotions of the heart (the “children”) and to actual deed. And in one's work with others: As the Nasi of our generation once replied to someone, “Make a chossid for me, and with that, you'll be connected.” Along with “hoping for Your deliverance every day,” the tireless pursuit of Moshiach, one must also delight in the study of Chassidus, the Torah of Moshiach which hastens his coming – “Those who taste it, merit life.”4 excerpts from farbrengen of Monday night, 13 Tishrei 5744 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=05-10-2025 לזכות ר׳ משה הכהן וזוגתו מרת נחמה דינה שיחיו כהן ליום הנישואים שלהם י"ג תשרילהצלחה בכל הענינים בגשמיות וברוחניות ורוב נחת מכל יו"ח*לזכות שטערנא שרה בת דבורה לאה שתחי' ליום ההולדת שלה י"ג תשרי - לשנת ברכה והצלחה‏, ואריכות ימים ושנים טובות

Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Why does Rosh Hashana offer us new opportunities and possibilities? Erev Rosh Hashana • Why is it customary to visit the gravesite of the righteous before Rosh Hashana? • Please describe how to write a letter to the Rebbe at the Ohel. Or do you write to G-d in merit of the Rebbe? • What is the connection to the Tzemach Tzedek's birthday on Erev Rosh Hashana? Chassidus Applied to Rosh Hashana • What is the personal significance of this day? • What is the connection between Rosh Hashana being the birthday of the human race and it being the Day of Judgment? • What does Judgment mean? • What does it mean to be written in the Book of Life? • Why don't we always see the fulfillment of our prayers? • How can we create the proper containers for G-d's blessings? • Are we allowed to ask for physical success and wealth? • Is there one prayer to focus on? • Why do we read on Rosh Hashana the story of Chana praying for a child? • What do we learn from Chana about how to pray? • Why is praying for our needs not a lack of faith in G-d's plans for us? • How do we balance both extremes of focusing on coronating G-d as King and our own needs? • How can we mere mortals crown G-d as our King when G-d is completely beyond us and our comprehension? • Is there truth to the story with the Rebbetzin asking that blessings for the new year should be directed to Klal Yisroel instead of to her personally? • What is the meaning of the Alter Rebbe saying that he davened on Rosh Hashana with his “shtender”? • Why is parnasa for the year determined during the reading of the "Mizmor L'David" recited on Rosh Hashana evening? • Can I dip my apple in sugar? Rosh Hashana 5786 • What is the significance of Rosh Hashana falling on Tuesday? • What acronym can be suggested for the year Tov Shin Peh Vav? Shofar • Is there a connection between the commandment to make and sound trumpets to the shofar that we blow today on Rosh Hashana? • What is the difference between a regular shofar and "the great shofar"? • Why does the sounder of the shofar look at the community after blowing the shofar? • Was it important to look at the Rebbe when he sounded the shofar? • What is the connection of Rosh Hashana with the Baal Shem Tov hearing that Moshiach will come when his wellsprings are spread outward?What can we do to ensure that Hashem will have mercy on the remaining hostages and have them all safely freed?What is the connection of Rosh Hashana with the Baal Shem Tov hearing that Moshiach will come when his wellsprings are spread outward?

Elul and the high holidays are a period of introspection and self accounting. In this conversation with Matti Banon, we discuss the Chassidic perspective on gentle growth, what it looks like to live our lives with agency while remaining humble enough to recognize our recurring flaws, the balance between intellect and emotion, the transformative power of compassion and curiosity, and the parenting truths that can guide us in becoming more whole ourselves. Matti Banon is a campus shlucha in Montreal who enjoys learning and delving into topics like marriage and parenting through the lens of Chassidus. Her children are her biggest helpers when it comes to her shlichus and self growth. She can be reached at Mattibanon@gmail.comReferences:Story of the Baal Shem Tov & the shofar: https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/3080/jewish/The-Master-Key.htmChapter 27 of the Tanya (the sweet & spicy paths): https://www.chabad.org/library/tanya/tanya_cdo/aid/7906/jewish/Chapter-27.htmMore about Reb Levi Yitzchok of Berdichev: https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/1007604/jewish/A-Brief-Biography.htmThe 4 Body System: https://a.co/d/djfpzDuParenting reference: Blimieheller.com* * * * * * *To inquire about sponsorship & advertising opportunities, please email us at info@humanandholy.comTo support our work, visit humanandholy.com/sponsor.Find us on Instagram @humanandholy & subscribe to our channel to stay up to date on all our upcoming conversations ✨Human & Holy podcast is available on all podcast streaming platforms. New episodes every Sunday & Wednesday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.* * * * * * *TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Introduction and Personal Background01:53 The Essence of Parenting and Nurturing05:13 Leading Ourselves: The Journey of Self-Discovery10:03 Awareness and Compassion: The First Steps14:42 The Role of Emotions in Personal Growth19:52 The Chassidic Balance of Intellect and Emotion 24:48 Transforming the Inner Critic29:43 Discipline and Connection in Parenting34:33 Embracing Imperfection and Growth39:27 The Importance of Compassion in Relationships44:34 Curiosity and Self-Exploration49:06 Final Thoughts

In this episode, we are introduced to Reb Schneur Zalman, the Alter Rebbe.We find out about his birth, and the fascinating directives that the Baal Shem Tov gave to his parents about him.

*Chai Elul: Yom HaHoledes of The Baal Shem Tov and The Alter Rebbe.   This audio file includes facts and stories about Chai Elul. This file is comprised of 4 short voice files which were originally posted in our Zichronos of the Rebbe whatsapp Group. Listening time is about 26 min. Due to its length you may need to download it to a computer.  *Gut Yom Tov!* 

Season Six is live! In today's episode, I share my vision for this new season of the podcast, some Torah about the birthday of the Baal Shem Tov and Alter Rebbe, and the ways our diversity is a reflection of the inherent oneness woven through G-d, Torah, and the Jewish people.Source: a talk on Chai Elul given by the Lubavitcher Rebbe, recorded in Likutei Sichos, Vol. 24* * * * * * *If you believe in Human & Holy's work, consider partnering with us! To inquire about sponsorship & advertising opportunities, please email us at info@humanandholy.com. To support our work, visit humanandholy.com/sponsor.Find us on Instagram @humanandholy & subscribe to our channel to stay up to date on all our upcoming conversations ✨Human & Holy podcast is available on all podcast streaming platforms. New episodes every Sunday & Wednesday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.

In this class, Rabbi Bernath reframed the very idea of confession in Judaism. While most people think of confession as listing sins and failures, the Torah introduces Vidui Ma'aser, a “confession” where the farmer proudly declares to G-d that he has fulfilled every detail of the mitzvah of tithing. Why would the Torah call this a confession? Because true spiritual growth begins not by beating ourselves down, but by acknowledging the good we've done. When we confess our strengths, we build the confidence and clarity to face our shortcomings without despair.Confession, then, isn't meant to break us, it's meant to fix us. It's not about shame; it's about uncovering the truth that we are divine souls who sometimes fall short but are always capable of rising higher. By celebrating our goodness first, we create the spiritual courage to transform our failures into growth.Key TakeawaysConfession in Judaism isn't only about failure: The Torah's “tithing confession” is actually a declaration of success.Celebrate your victories: By verbalizing what you've done right, you strengthen your belief in your own holiness and capacity.Healthy confession = owning both sides: “I am good and capable, and that's why this mistake doesn't fit me, and I can do better.”Encouragement inspires growth: Just as children thrive when parents highlight strengths before weaknesses, we too change more when we see ourselves through the lens of goodness.Chassidic joy in confession: Like the Baal Shem Tov's cantor, we can sing our confessions, not out of arrogance or denial, but because cleansing the soul is a joyful act of uncovering diamonds beneath the dirt.Confession challenge: In the next 24 hours, “confess” something good you've done, out loud, to yourself or someone you trust. Let it remind you who you really are.#Judaism #Jewish #chabad #Rabbi #Kabbalah #Torah #TorahLessons #TorahPortion #torahwisdom #BibleStudy #Bible #confession #goodness #psychology #baalshemtov #KiTavo #Teshuvah #ViduiMaaser #JewishGrowthSign up for "The Forgiveness Lab" HERE: theloverabbi.com/eventsSupport 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 class, Rabbi Bernath reframed the very idea of confession in Judaism. While most people think of confession as listing sins and failures, the Torah introduces Vidui Ma'aser, a “confession” where the farmer proudly declares to G-d that he has fulfilled every detail of the mitzvah of tithing. Why would the Torah call this a confession? Because true spiritual growth begins not by beating ourselves down, but by acknowledging the good we've done. When we confess our strengths, we build the confidence and clarity to face our shortcomings without despair.Confession, then, isn't meant to break us, it's meant to fix us. It's not about shame; it's about uncovering the truth that we are divine souls who sometimes fall short but are always capable of rising higher. By celebrating our goodness first, we create the spiritual courage to transform our failures into growth.Key TakeawaysConfession in Judaism isn't only about failure: The Torah's “tithing confession” is actually a declaration of success.Celebrate your victories: By verbalizing what you've done right, you strengthen your belief in your own holiness and capacity.Healthy confession = owning both sides: “I am good and capable, and that's why this mistake doesn't fit me, and I can do better.”Encouragement inspires growth: Just as children thrive when parents highlight strengths before weaknesses, we too change more when we see ourselves through the lens of goodness.Chassidic joy in confession: Like the Baal Shem Tov's cantor, we can sing our confessions, not out of arrogance or denial, but because cleansing the soul is a joyful act of uncovering diamonds beneath the dirt.Confession challenge: In the next 24 hours, “confess” something good you've done, out loud, to yourself or someone you trust. Let it remind you who you really are.#Judaism #Jewish #chabad #Rabbi #Kabbalah #Torah #TorahLessons #TorahPortion #torahwisdom #BibleStudy #Bible #confession #goodness #psychology #baalshemtov #KiTavo #Teshuvah #ViduiMaaser #JewishGrowthSign up for "The Forgiveness Lab" HERE: theloverabbi.com/eventsSupport 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

This week I have three stories for you. The first is about Rabbi Tzvi Arie of Alik using his spiritual powers to save the Jewish community, the second about a couple that comes for advice to the Baal Shem Tov for dealing with their son who converted and the last a lesson from the Maggid of Mezrich. If you're enjoying these Chassidic stories, please take a quick moment to buy me a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/barakhullman Thank you! I deeply appreciate your support! Also available at https://soundcloud.com/barak-hullman/the-thief-who-stole-from-heaven To become a part of this project or sponsor an episode please go to https://hasidicstory.com/be-a-supporter. Hear all of the stories at https://hasidicstory.com. Go here to hear my other podcast https://jewishpeopleideas.com or https://soundcloud.com/jewishpeopleideas. Find my books, Figure It Out When You Get There: A Memoir of Stories About Living Life First and Watching How Everything Falls Into Place and A Shtikel Sholom: A Student, His Mentor and Their Unconventional Conversations on Amazon by going to https://bit.ly/barakhullman. My classes in Breslov Chassidus, Likutey Moharan, can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@barakhullman/videos I also have a YouTube channel of ceramics which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@thejerusalempotter

This week I have three stories for you. The first is about the Chernobyler Rebbe and a wealthy man who was offered a deal he simply could not refuse, the second the Baal Shem Tov showed the chassidim Elijah the Prophet and the third Rebbi Nachman's teaching about the Baal Shem Tov's lulke (pipe) and his brilliant strategy for outwitting the yetzer hara. If you're enjoying these Chassidic stories, please take a quick moment to buy me a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/barakhullman Thank you! I deeply appreciate your support! Also available at https://soundcloud.com/barak-hullman/a-deal-i-could-not-refuse. To become a part of this project or sponsor an episode please go to https://hasidicstory.com/be-a-supporter. Hear all of the stories at https://hasidicstory.com. Go here to hear my other podcast https://jewishpeopleideas.com or https://soundcloud.com/jewishpeopleideas. Find my books, Figure It Out When You Get There: A Memoir of Stories About Living Life First and Watching How Everything Falls Into Place and A Shtikel Sholom: A Student, His Mentor and Their Unconventional Conversations on Amazon by going to https://bit.ly/barakhullman. My classes in Breslov Chassidus, Likutey Moharan, can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@barakhullman/videos I also have a YouTube channel of ceramics which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@thejerusalempotter

This week I have two stories for you. The first is a special mission that the Baal Shem Tov sends two of his chassidim on and the second about a tikkun for the holy Ohr HaChaim HaKadosh. If you're enjoying these Chassidic stories, please take a quick moment to buy me a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/barakhullman Thank you! I deeply appreciate your support! Also available at https://soundcloud.com/barak-hullman/three-lifetimes-one-soul. To become a part of this project or sponsor an episode please go to https://hasidicstory.com/be-a-supporter. Hear all of the stories at https://hasidicstory.com. Go here to hear my other podcast https://jewishpeopleideas.com or https://soundcloud.com/jewishpeopleideas. Find my books, Figure It Out When You Get There: A Memoir of Stories About Living Life First and Watching How Everything Falls Into Place and A Shtikel Sholom: A Student, His Mentor and Their Unconventional Conversations on Amazon by going to https://bit.ly/barakhullman. My classes in Breslov Chassidus, Likutey Moharan, can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@barakhullman/videos I also have a YouTube channel of ceramics which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@thejerusalempotter

This week I have two stories for you. The first is about couple that gives up wealth for a child but then comes to the Baal Shem Tov asking for help and the second a short story about Reb Zusha who helps a wealthy Jew see what true wealth is. If you're enjoying these Chassidic stories, please take a quick moment to buy me a coffee. https://ko-fi.com/barakhullman Thank you! I deeply appreciate your support! Also available at https://soundcloud.com/barak-hullman/can-i-tell-you-about-hashems-bookkeeping-baal-shem-tov-story. To become a part of this project or sponsor an episode please go to https://hasidicstory.com/be-a-supporter. Hear all of the stories at https://hasidicstory.com. Go here to hear my other podcast https://jewishpeopleideas.com or https://soundcloud.com/jewishpeopleideas. Find my books, Figure It Out When You Get There: A Memoir of Stories About Living Life First and Watching How Everything Falls Into Place and A Shtikel Sholom: A Student, His Mentor and Their Unconventional Conversations on Amazon by going to https://bit.ly/barakhullman. My classes in Breslov Chassidus, Likutey Moharan, can be found here https://www.youtube.com/@barakhullman/videos I also have a YouTube channel of ceramics which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/@thejerusalempotter

Raised in an ultra-orthodox Hasidic Jewish community in Brooklyn, Rabbi Abby Stein has had a long, painful, beautiful journey to coming out as a transgender woman and becoming a fierce opponent of Zionism and Israel's Occupation and ethnic cleansing of Palestinians. In this episode of The Marc Steiner Show, Marc speaks with Rabbi Stein about her journey, and about the need to simultaneously fight Israel's genocide in Gaza and the right's fascist assault on the rights of LGBTQ+ people here in the US.Guest:Rabbi Abby Stein is the tenth-generation descendant of the Baal Shem Tov, the founder of the Hasidic movement. Raised in an ultra-orthodox Hasidic Jewish community in Brooklyn, Stein came out as a woman in 2015 and now serves as a rabbi for Congregation Kolot Chayeinu, a progressive synagogue. In 2019, she served on the steering committee for the Women's March in Washington, DC, and she was named by the Jewish Week as one of the "36 Under 36" Jews who are affecting change in the world. She is the author of Becoming Eve: My Journey from Ultra-Orthodox Rabbi to Transgender Woman.Additional resources:Julia Jacobs, The New York Times, “From Hasidic Brooklyn to Off Broadway: The life of a trans rabbi”Abby Stein & Lily Greenberg Call, Autostraddle, “We spoke up for Palestine and got kicked out of the White House Pride party”Lisa Francois, ACLU, “The human toll of Trump's anti-trans crusade”Credits:Studio Production: Cameron GranadinoAudio Post-Production: Alina NehlichFollow The Marc Steiner Show on SpotifyFollow The Marc Steiner Show on Apple PodcastsHelp us continue producing The Marc Steiner Show by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterFollow us on BlueskyLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcast

#361> Sponsored by Zalmie Jacobs in memory of his grandfather Reb Yaakov Katz ben Shneur Zalman Hakohen Z'L and Zalmie's mother Chaya Golda bas Yaakov Hakohen and Liba Katz, all of whom were intrigued by and curious about the Baal Shem Tov and his progeny.> To purchase "Founder of Hasidism: The Quest for the Historical Baal Shem Tov": https://amzn.to/43d1DBi> To purchase "The Besht": https://amzn.to/4mqQOD8> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp status: https://wa.me/message/TI343XQHHMHPN1>  To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode follow this link: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)> Intro/outro music credit Thank You Hashem Nation and TYHMusic, to listen to the "Back of the Wagon": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePOi7IPOjDoSupport the show

#360> Sponsored by Zalmie Jacobs in memory of his grandfather Reb Yaakov Katz ben Shneur Zalman Hakohen Z'L and Zalmie's mother Chaya Golda bas Yaakov Hakohen and Liba Katz, all of whom were intrigued by and curious about the Baal Shem Tov and his progeny.> To purchase "Founder of Hasidism: The Quest for the Historical Baal Shem Tov": https://amzn.to/43d1DBi> To purchase "The Besht": https://amzn.to/4mqQOD8> To join the SeforimChatter WhatsApp community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DZ3C2CjUeD9AGJvXeEODtK>  To support the podcast or to sponsor an episode follow this link: https://seforimchatter.com/support-seforimchatter/or email seforimchatter@gmail.com (Zelle/QP this email address)> Intro/outro music credit Thank You Hashem Nation and TYHMusic, to listen to the "Back of the Wagon": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePOi7IPOjDoSupport the show