Podcasts about Beit Shemesh

After the US-Israel attacks on Iran, surrounding countries have quickly been drawn into the war following retaliatory strikes by Iran. We hear from Turkey, Lebanon, Israel and Cyprus.The US-Israel attacks on Iran hit major cities across the country, destroying civilian buildings in Tehran, as well as military sites in Natanz and Isfahan. Many Iranians are now trying to flee the ongoing attacks by crossing into neighbouring countries. James Waterhouse reports from the Turkey-Iran border.There's a sense of déjà vu for the people of Lebanon who are once again forced to shelter after the militia group Hezbollah launched missiles and drones into Israel to avenge the killing of Ayatollah Khamenei. Israel replied with attacks on Hezbollah's Shia strongholds in the south. Wyre Davies has been in Beirut.Many of the missiles fired towards Israel failed to penetrate its Iron Dome defence system - but not all. Nine people died after a synagogue in Beit Shemesh was hit, penetrating the bomb shelter beneath it. Hugo Bachega reports from Tel Aviv.The strikes on Iran have had significant repercussions across the region, as Iran targets countries hosting US military bases. Cyprus was among those hit - a long-time base for the British RAF. Jessica Parker visited the base in Akrotiri.And a renowned restaurant in Berlin which cast itself as a symbol of breaking bread across religious and political divides has just gone out of business. Is it just another victim of rising rents and economic instability? Lucy Ash pulled up a chair as one of its last diners, just as news of another conflict broke.Producer: Serena Tarling Production coordinators: Katie Morrison Editor: Richard Fenton-Smith

The IDF says its strikes have killed thousands of Iranian soldiers and targeted key regime and military infrastructure; The conflict with Iran has spread beyond Israel and across the Middle East; Iranian missile strikes killed 10 civilians – 9 in Beit Shemesh and 1 in Tel Aviv & we have a Purim Torah Thought that fits for the moment.  Israel Daily News website: https://israeldailynews.orgYOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@israeldailynews?si=UFQjC_iuL13V7tyQIsrael Daily News Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shannafuldSupport our Wartime News Coverage: https://www.gofundme.com/f/independent-journalist-covering-israels-warLinks to all things IDN:⁠ https://linktr.ee/israeldailynews⁠

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Political correspondent Sam Sokol and police reporter Charlie Summers join host Jessica Steinberg for today's episode. Following the deadly strike on Sunday that killed nine people in Beit Shemesh, Sokol and Summers discuss the shock and mourning in the centrally located city with a strong Haredi enclave. Purim celebrations and revelry continued in some parts of Beit Shemesh, report the pair, as some synagogues flouted the Home Front Command directives regarding gatherings, while others reflected a somber, cautious mood. Sokol takes a moment to update us on matters in the Knesset, where most committee meetings were canceled due to the hostilities, and speculates on whether war with Iran will boost Netanyahu at the ballot box in the upcoming elections. Finally, Summers reports on an end-of-Purim street party in Jerusalem, where police kept a hands-off approach, and the scene of a missile strike in the capital earlier in the week. Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: 9 killed as Iranian missile destroys synagogue, smashes bomb shelter in Beit Shemesh ‘Everything is gone’: Deadly Iranian strike on Beit Shemesh leaves residents reeling After deadly missile impact, Beit Shemesh struggles to maintain Purim cheer Will the war with Iran boost Netanyahu’s prospects at the ballot box? Israeli opposition leaders rally behind government as Israel and US strike Iran Flouting wartime restrictions, revelers party in Jerusalem streets for Purim’s final hours Three wounded in Iranian missile strike on highway outside Jerusalem Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by Ari Schlacht. IMAGE: Ultra-Orthodox Jews celebrate the Jewish holiday of Purim in the ultra-Orthodox city of Bnei Brak amid the war with Iran and ongoing missile fire toward Israel, March 3, 2026 (Chaim Goldberg/Flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Hasten, Middle East Correspondent for the Jewish News Syndicate, joins JMN live in the midst of a current missile alert in Jerusalem. He provides context of the lived-experience of alerts and missile strikes, where missile defenses are effective but not perfect -- an Iranian missile struck a synagogue in Beit Shemesh, killing 9, earlier this week. The interview is in two parts, as communication was interrupted due to atmospheric interference.

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Military correspondent Emanuel Fabian joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode. Rockets and drones launched from Lebanon set sirens blaring across northern Israel in the early hours of Monday, as the Hezbollah terror group entered the fray to assist its backer, Iran, after the killing of the supreme leader. Fabian describes how this strike from the terror group has allowed the IDF to add Hezbollah heads to an ongoing campaign to decapitate the leadership of Iran. Nine people were killed and more than 40 were injured when a missile destroyed a Beit Shemesh synagogue and caused extensive damage to a public bomb shelter beneath it, as well as surrounding homes. Fabian explains what we know about the failure to down this missile and why the impact was so deadly. Three American soldiers have been killed, and five have been seriously wounded in the ongoing conflict with Iran, the US Central Command said Sunday, announcing the first US casualties in the conflict. We also learn how a strike on a UK base in Cyprus has potentially changed its willingness to aid the effort against Iran. Fabian turns back to 8:10 a.m. on Saturday and explores how the conflict began. Israeli Air Force fighter jets have dropped over 2,000 bombs in strikes against hundreds of Iranian regime targets and military sites since the start of the war with the Islamic Republic on Saturday morning. How does this compare with the June 12-day war? And finally, as Purim is set to begin this evening for most of the Jewish world, are Israelis allowed to gather for the reading of the Book of Esther? Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: IDF strikes in Beirut after Hezbollah enters fray and fires rockets, drones at north Four of the 9 victims of Iranian missile strike on Beit Shemesh named by authorities 9 killed as Iranian missile destroys synagogue, smashes bomb shelter in Beit Shemesh ‘Everything is gone’: Deadly Iranian strike on Beit Shemesh leaves residents reeling 3 American soldiers killed, 5 seriously injured in war with Iran — US military Drone hit British military base in Cyprus, local and UK officials say IDF: Over 2,000 bombs dropped on Iran in 30 hours, air supremacy achieved on 1st day Trump says he’s agreed to talk to Iran’s leaders, but estimates operation will take weeks Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by Adina Karpuj. IMAGE: Hezbollah supporters wave their group's flags and an Iranian national flag during a protest in Beirut, Lebanon, February 4, 2026. (AP Photo/Bilal Hussein)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Iranian missile struck in a residential neighborhood of Beit Shemesh on Sunday, killing nine people and injuring dozens of others. The impact destroyed a synagogue and caused extensive damage to a public bomb shelter, where victims were sheltering, and surrounding homes. Magen David Adom senior medic and ambulance driver Reuven Harow later spoke to KAN's Naomi Segal from the scene, describing it as the "worst nightmare" in his 25 years volunteering with organization. (Photo: Yonatan Sindel/Flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Confira no Morning Show desta segunda-feira (02): O secretário de Defesa dos Estados Unidos, Pete Hegseth, detalhou a ofensiva militar conjunta com Israel contra o Irã, chamada de operação Fúria Épica. Em pronunciamento no Pentágono, afirmou que o regime iraniano construiu, ao longo de décadas, um escudo de mísseis e drones. Segundo ele, a estratégia visava uma chantagem nuclear contra o Ocidente. Donald Trump, segundo Hegseth, não tolerará mais esse tipo de ameaça. A crise no Oriente Médio chegou a um nível que inviabiliza, no curto prazo, qualquer solução diplomática. O chefe de segurança da Guarda Revolucionária do Irã declarou que o país não negociará com os Estados Unidos. A fala ocorre após o assassinato do líder supremo iraniano. De acordo com o correspondente Luca Bassani, Donald Trump e o premiê israelense Benjamin Netanyahu indicam que a ofensiva seguirá até o cumprimento total dos objetivos militares. O Pentágono apresentou novos detalhes da Operação Fúria Épica. Pete Hegseth afirmou que a ofensiva não tem como objetivo implantar uma democracia no Irã. O foco, segundo ele, é a destruição definitiva da capacidade bélica do regime. A missão prioriza mísseis, drones e instalações nucleares construídas por Teerã. O chefe do Estado-Maior Conjunto dos Estados Unidos, general Dan Caine, atualizou o cenário operacional da ofensiva. Segundo ele, a ação envolve forças cibernéticas, espaciais e navais. Caças F-15 e bombardeiros B-2 realizam missões de até 70 horas. O alvo são instalações subterrâneas, frotas navais e centros de comando da Guarda Revolucionária. Pete Hegseth voltou a reforçar o caráter implacável da operação contra o Irã. Questionado sobre prazos, afirmou que os Estados Unidos não divulgarão seus próximos passos. Garantiu, porém, que a missão é destrutiva e letal. O objetivo é aniquilar fábricas de mísseis e drones, além da capacidade naval e antiaérea iraniana. Em nova entrevista no Pentágono, Pete Hegseth comentou a morte do aiatolá Ali Khamenei. O secretário disse ter ficado orgulhoso da precisão da ação militar. Ele evitou confirmar a presença de tropas em solo iraniano. Também não indicou prazos para o fim do conflito, citando razões estratégicas. A crise no Oriente Médio segue em escalada e fecha as portas para a diplomacia. O chefe de segurança da Guarda Revolucionária do Irã reiterou que o país não negociará com os Estados Unidos. A declaração ocorreu após o início dos bombardeios. O Irã afirma que manterá postura bélica diante da ofensiva. O porta-voz das Forças de Defesa de Israel, major Rafael Rozenszajn, confirmou a convocação de 100 mil reservistas. Eles atuarão diretamente na linha de frente do conflito. O militar classificou o momento como histórico. Segundo ele, Israel enfrenta uma ameaça existencial. O primeiro-ministro Benjamin Netanyahu visitou a cidade de Beit Shemesh, atingida por bombardeios iranianos. Imagens ao vivo mostraram destruição causada por drones. Áreas residenciais e civis também foram afetadas. A visita ocorreu em meio à intensificação do conflito. O Morning Show recebeu o especialista em carreira Marcos Tonin para discutir a importância de um “plano B” profissional. Ele destacou a instabilidade global provocada por guerras e pelos efeitos da pandemia. Segundo Tonin, o modelo tradicional de carreira deixou de existir. A adaptação rápida tornou-se essencial. Essas e outras notícias você confere no Morning Show.

0:11 - At least nine people, including children, were killed in an Iranian airstrike in the Israeli city of Beit Shemesh on Sunday. 13:51- As U.S. and Israel trade blows with Iran, what's next? 27:04- Trump warns Iran about larger strikes as war spirals in Middle East. 34:00 - A former Canadian diplomat shares his insights on what's happened the last three days in the Middle East. 46:37 - How to attract energy investment in a rapidly changing world. 1:00:48 - We take your calls and texts on the Middle East and Oil Prices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) and Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) react to the U.S. and Israel launching military strikes on Iran, killing the country's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Richard Engel reports from Beit Shemesh, Israel. Stephen Hayes, Jeh Johnson, Carol Lee and Jonathan Martin join the roundtable. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Rabbi Joey Rosenfeld as he guides us through the world and major works of Kabbalah, Hasidic masters, and Jewish philosophy, shedding light on the inner life of the soul. To learn more, visit InwardTorah.org

10-year-old girl seriously hurt in Beit Shemesh missile hit. 2 women killed yesterday. Iran vows to avenge Khameini assassination.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lesson 6Responsa from the futureCould Artificial Intelligence decide Jewish law? Is lab-grown meat kosher? See how Jewish law is addressing the questions posed by tomorrow's cutting-edge technology. Cases JERUSALEM, 2003; MAALEH ADUMIM, 2009; NEW YORK, 2015; BEIT SHEMESH, 2022

Missil slo ned i Beit Shemesh i Israel og drepte 9 personer. Vi snakker om siste nytt fra Iran/USA/Israel-situasjone - Med Beckheim, Knutsen og gjester:Sarah Gaulin, leder for LIM og med iransk bakgrunnLouise Kahn, leder for Kos&Kaos, direkte med oss fra Tel Aviv, IsraelDr. Leif Knutsen er økonom, og filolog med bakgrunn som konsulent og rådgiver, med doktorgrad i ingeniørvitenskap. Leif har fått publisert sine analyser i både norske og internasjonale medier, blant annet i The Times of Israel, hvor han omtales slik: «Leif Knutsen has observed, reflected, and written on Israeli and Jewish issues since the late 70's and has personal experience from Jewish life in the US and Norway.»Leif er selv jødisk og driver i dag nettstedet B'emet i Norge, en uavhengig medieplattform med fokus på jødisk liv, Israel, antisemittisme og relatert tematikk i en norsk kontekst. Platformen utfyller, nyanserer, korrigerer og kritiserer norskspråklig dekning av disse emnene. Sjekk ut nettsiden til Leif her: https://www.bemet.no► NY BOK UTE NÅ: Frykt og Stillhet - jødiske stemmer i Norge etter 7. oktober. Bestill her:  https://bok.norli.no/frykt-og-stillhet► STØTT ARBEIDET PÅ VIPPSOm du ønsker å støtte arbeidet med denne podcasten, kan du bidra med et stort eller lite beløp, etter eget ønske. All støtte settes pris på, og du bidrar til arbeidet med å lage flere episoder. Bruk Vippsnummer: #823278►  ⁠BLI ⁠⁠⁠⁠MEDLEM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Fremover vil de som er støttemedlemmer få tilgang til episodene først. Da støtter du podcasten med det samme som prisen av en kaffe hver måned. Setter stor pris på om du blir støttemedlem. Tusen takk.► Annonsere på Henrik Beckheim Podcast?Send en mail til post@henrikbeckheim.no ► MERCH: Kjøp klær, kopper, capser og mer: https://henrikbeckheim.com/store► Linker:⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Nettside⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | Podimo | ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Apple

This month of learning is sponsored by our dear friends Matt and Mollie Landes of Riverdale for the neshama of Dovid Yehonatan ben Yitzchak Yehuda.In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we speak with Yehuda Geberer—a researcher, educator, and tour guide—about the history of the yeshiva world.In this episode we discuss:How did we get from the start of the Lithuanian yeshiva movement to the American yeshiva world of today?What were the premodern precursors to yeshivas? What effect did the Vietnam War have on the development of the American yeshiva world?Tune in for a conversation about “change in service of perpetuating the eternal.” Interview begins at 22:43.Yehuda Geberer is a Jewish history researcher, educator, and licensed tour guide who leads heritage tours in Europe and Israel focused on the modern Jewish story. He guides at Yad Vashem, where he also interviews Holocaust survivors, lectures internationally, hosts the popular Jewish History Soundbites podcast, and writes the “For the Record” column for Mishpacha Magazine. A former Mir Yeshiva student with a business degree from Ono Academic College, he is currently studying Jewish history at Hebrew University and lives in Beit Shemesh with his family.References:Jew Vs Jew: The Struggle For The Soul Of American Jewry by Samuel G. FreedmanThe Jewish Self by Jeremy Kagan Lithuanian Yeshivas of the Nineteenth Century: Creating a Tradition of Learning by Shaul StampferMaking of a Godol by Nathan KamenetskyPsalms 89Jewish History SoundbitesThe Golden Age of the Lithuanian Yeshivas by Ben-Tsiyon KlibanskyThe World of the Yeshiva: An Intimate Portrait of Orthodox Jewry by William B. HelmreichBava Batra 21aFor more 18Forty:NEWSLETTER: 18forty.org/joinCALL: (212) 582-1840EMAIL: info@18forty.orgWEBSITE: 18forty.orgIG: @18fortyX: @18_fortyWhatsApp: join hereBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/18forty-podcast--4344730/support.

US-Iran talks on track for Friday in Oman. Beit Shemesh man convicted of spying for Iran sentenced to 3 years in jail. Charges filed against brother of Shin Bet chief in Gaza goods smuggling affairSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are times when Hashem wants to bestow a blessing upon a person, but in order to do so, the person first needs to acquire extra merits. Therefore, Hashem sends him a test in the very area in which He wants to bless him. By overcoming that test, the person earns far more than anything he would gain by failing it and taking the immediate, fleeting benefit. A rabbi told me that one of his congregants recently received a paycheck that was two thousand dollars more than it was supposed to be. At first, he hoped it was a bonus or a raise, but the more he thought about it, the more he realized that if it were something extra, his boss would have told him beforehand. Then came an internal struggle: Should he mention it or quietly deposit it? After a sincere inner battle, he did the right thing and asked the woman who writes the checks about the extra amount. She told him she had made a mistake and had accidentally added the next person's pay to his check. She was so grateful that he came forward, sparing her from serious trouble. She issued a corrected check, and the man walked away having forfeited a potential extra $2,000. Just an hour later, he received a call from a wealthy man asking him to stop by his home on his way home from work. When he arrived, the man thanked him for helping his son and handed him an envelope. Inside was a check for $10,000—five times the amount he had just returned. He had helped that man's son long before, but Hashem placed it in the father's mind to contact him precisely at that moment, right after he passed his test with honesty. Rabbi Ayal Amrami from Israel told another remarkable story. A man, struggling terribly with parnassah, was supposed to receive 600,000 shekel from an inheritance after his father-in-law passed away. His brothers-in-law maneuvered him out of it, and he received nothing. Devastated and furious, he vowed never to speak to them again. Sometime later, he attended one of Rabbi Amrami's classes, where the topic was being mevater—forgiving others even when we are right—and how powerful that is in Shamayim. The man received tremendous chizuk. He decided to forgive his brothers-in-law completely and restore peace in the family. A few weeks later, he went to thank the rabbi for the chizuk and to share the incredible yeshuah that followed. He had just earned three times the inheritance he lost—1.8 million shekels. The rabbi, knowing he learned full-time, asked how he could have possibly made such a sum. The man explained that someone approached him asking to buy the rights above the roof of his apartment in Beit Shemesh. He had never even known he owned such rights. The buyer said he would make a generous, nonnegotiable offer. The man expected a few thousand shekels—until the offer came: 1.8 million shekels. Overcoming nisyanot brings endless reward in the next world, but very often Hashem gifts people with blessings even in this world—using their heroic efforts as the very channel through which those blessings flow.

Aliyah isn't just a flight and a moving truck.It's a total reset of how you think about parnassah, gashmiyus, bitachon, and what “quality of life” actually means.In this episode, I sit down with Eli Freedman, founder of Cork & Cellar Wine Club, to talk about what it really takes to move to Israel and stay – spiritually, emotionally, and financially.Eli shares how he:Went from Boston → Wall Street → Montreal → Beit ShemeshHad zero interest in Aliyah… until COVID, a grandchild in Israel, and a breaking point in CanadaSold his house and business with no Plan B so he couldn't run backWent through the “Eretz Yisrael car wash” – a painful but powerful reset of his gashmiyus and bitachonRebuilt his career from scratch, launching Cork & Cellar, a boutique Israeli wine club for U.S. customersFound a real rav and kehillah after years of feeling disconnectedBuilt a serious morning learning seder and finished Shas multiple times while running a businessWe also talk about:Why you must come with a realistic parnassah plan – and still expect it to breakThe mindset shift from “keeping up with the Joneses” to “being happy with less but living with more”How living in Eretz Yisrael forces you to actually use your emunah and bitachon, not just talk about themThe balance between enjoying good wine and not turning gashmiyus into your ikarAbout our guest:Eli Freedman is the founder of Cork & Cellar Wine Club, connecting small Israeli wineries with wine lovers in the U.S., and helping boutique winemakers who would never make it to American shelves. He lives in Beit Shemesh with his family.If this episode gave you chizuk or clarity about Aliyah and mindset,please follow Shtark Tank, leave a rating, and share it with a friend who's thinking about moving to Israel.

In this episode, I'm honored to sit down with Rav Yoni Rosensweig, a bold and compassionate leader redefining the conversation at the intersection of mental health and halacha. As the rabbi of the Netzach Menashe community in Beit Shemesh, Rav Yoni brings both intellectual depth and emotional sensitivity to his work as a teacher of Halakha, Gemara, and Jewish thought. His remarkable journey has taken him from heading the Mizrahi Kollel in Melbourne, Australia, to teaching roles at Yeshivat Hamivtar and Yeshivat Shevut Yisrael in Efrat. A beloved educator at Midreshet Lindenbaum, he holds semikha from Rav Nachum Eliezer Rabinovitch and the Chief Rabbinate of Israel, along with degrees in education, philosophy, and history. Rav Yoni is also a prolific author. His three-volume responsa series, Yishrei Lev, tackles contemporary halakhic challenges with courage and clarity. His book Conversations in Essence imagines dialogues with great Jewish thinkers, while his latest work, Nafshi Beshe'elati, explores the deep and often delicate interface between Jewish law and psychological well-being. Together, we'll discuss how halacha can meet people where they are emotionally and spiritually, the evolving dialogue between Torah and mental health, and what it truly means to serve as a pulpit rabbi in today's complex world. What You'll Discover in This Episode: How halacha compassionately engages with mental health challenges The evolving dialogue between Torah and psychological well-being Insights from Rav Yoni's books and teachings on addressing contemporary halakhic questions with courage and clarity What it means to serve as a pulpit rabbi in today's complex spiritual and emotional landscape The role of education, philosophy, and personal sensitivity in Jewish leadership About Rav Yoni: Has a distinguished career, having led the Mizrahi Kollel in Melbourne, Australia, headed Yeshivat Hamivtar, and served as Rosh Yeshiva at Yeshivat Shevut Yisrael in Efrat. He currently teaches Halakha, Gemara, and Jewish thought at Midreshet Lindenbaum. A prolific author, Rav Yoni has written the three-volume responsa series Yishrei Lev, Conversations in Essence, and Nafshi Beshe'elati, which explores the delicate interface between Jewish law and psychological well-being. How can the timeless wisdom of halacha meet the complexities of modern emotional health? Share your reflections in the comments and subscribe for more profound conversations bridging faith, thought, and healing. ——

In this episode, I'm honored to sit down with Rav Yoni Rosensweig, a bold and compassionate leader redefining the conversation at the intersection of mental health and halacha. As the rabbi of the Netzach Menashe community in Beit Shemesh, Rav Yoni brings both intellectual depth and emotional sensitivity to his work as a teacher of Halakha, Gemara, and Jewish thought. His remarkable journey has taken him from heading the Mizrahi Kollel in Melbourne, Australia, to teaching roles at Yeshivat Hamivtar and Yeshivat Shevut Yisrael in Efrat. A beloved educator at Midreshet Lindenbaum, he holds semikha from Rav Nachum Eliezer Rabinovitch and the Chief Rabbinate of Israel, along with degrees in education, philosophy, and history. Rav Yoni is also a prolific author. His three-volume responsa series, Yishrei Lev, tackles contemporary halakhic challenges with courage and clarity. His book Conversations in Essence imagines dialogues with great Jewish thinkers, while his latest work, Nafshi Beshe'elati, explores the deep and often delicate interface between Jewish law and psychological well-being. Together, we'll discuss how halacha can meet people where they are emotionally and spiritually, the evolving dialogue between Torah and mental health, and what it truly means to serve as a pulpit rabbi in today's complex world. What You'll Discover in This Episode: How halacha compassionately engages with mental health challenges The evolving dialogue between Torah and psychological well-being Insights from Rav Yoni's books and teachings on addressing contemporary halakhic questions with courage and clarity What it means to serve as a pulpit rabbi in today's complex spiritual and emotional landscape The role of education, philosophy, and personal sensitivity in Jewish leadership About Rav Yoni: Has a distinguished career, having led the Mizrahi Kollel in Melbourne, Australia, headed Yeshivat Hamivtar, and served as Rosh Yeshiva at Yeshivat Shevut Yisrael in Efrat. He currently teaches Halakha, Gemara, and Jewish thought at Midreshet Lindenbaum. A prolific author, Rav Yoni has written the three-volume responsa series Yishrei Lev, Conversations in Essence, and Nafshi Beshe'elati, which explores the delicate interface between Jewish law and psychological well-being. How can the timeless wisdom of halacha meet the complexities of modern emotional health? Share your reflections in the comments and subscribe for more profound conversations bridging faith, thought, and healing. ——

It's Elul, a time to prepare for the Yamim Noraim with the theme of Defining Success.When we take stock of our lives with a cheshbon hanefesh, we're really asking: Where am I now—and where should I be?That's the core question of this series: how to define success as a Ben Torah in the workplace. Many of our rabbeim push us toward ambitious goals in learning, but how do we balance those ideals with the blessed responsibilities of work, family, and community?This week's guest is Rav Simi Lerner. Rav Simi is an educator in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, a passionate Hirschian thinker, and—on the side—an electrician in Beit Shemesh. We discuss how Rav Hirsch's idea of Torah im Derech Eretz and other foundational principles can help us shape a grounded, realistic, and meaningful definition of success.

Rabbi Shimon Kronenberg is the driving force behind the development and mission of Mesivta Yesodei Yisrael of Beit Shemesh, an innovative yeshiva high school dedicated to educating first generation immigrants to Israel. But starting a new school is just one of Rabbi Kronenberg's accomplishments. He believes the greatest way to support the state of Israel […]

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Military reporter Emanuel Fabian joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode. To begin the program we discuss the current status of IDF operations in the Gaza Strip and then turn to two deadly incidents this week. In the first discussed event, we learn that Master Sgt. (res.) Abraham Azulay, 25, was killed during an abduction attempt by terrorists who also attempted to snatch his body in the southern Gaza Strip. On Monday night, five Israeli soldiers were killed and 14 were wounded by roadside bombs in Beit Hanoun in the northern Gaza Strip. The slain soldiers were named as: Staff Sgt. Meir Shimon Amar, 20, from Jerusalem; Sgt. Moshe Nissim Frech, 20, from Jerusalem; Staff Sgt. Noam Aharon Musgadian, 20, from Jerusalem; Staff Sgt. Moshe Shmuel Noll, 21, from Beit Shemesh; and Sgt. First Class (res.) Benyamin Asulin, 28, from Haifa. We learn about this deadly attack and discuss the significance of both attacks -- regarding Hamas's continued battle-readiness and the IDF's vigilance. Turning to the north, on Tuesday, the IDF said it killed a “key Hamas terrorist” in a strike in Lebanon's Tripoli, naming him as Mehran Mustafa Bajur, a prominent Hamas commander. We learn about this strike, as well as ground operations inside southern Lebanon where troops raided several sites, destroying Hezbollah weapon depots and other infrastructure. Twice earlier in the week, the IDF carried out overnight raids in southern Syria, where forces captured a cell of operatives operating on behalf of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Fabian weighs in on the power vacuum left in this part of Israel's border with the new Syrian regime. Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing liveblog for more updates. For further reading: Israeli soldier killed during attempted Hamas abduction in southern Gaza, IDF says 5 IDF soldiers killed, 14 injured by roadside bombs in northern Gaza IDF says it killed key Hamas figure in Lebanon, confirms death of Oct. 7 terrorist in Gaza Troops destroy Hezbollah arms in rare southern Lebanon ground raids, IDF says For 2nd time in days, IDF says troops arrested terror cell in Syria working for Iran Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves. IMAGE: A July 4, 2025, handout photo of IDF forces operating in the Gaza Strip. (IDF)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When a person recognizes Hashem's involvement in his life, he has a mitzvah not only to thank Hashem, but to also sing His praises. The pasuk says: " שִׁירוּ לוֹ זַמְּרוּ לוֹ שִׂיחוּ בְּכָל נִפְלְאוֹתָיו " — "Sing to Him, make music to Him, speak of all His wonders." (Divrei HaYamim I 16:9) We are meant to speak joyfully about the wondrous things Hashem does for us. Baruch Hashem, I have the zechut to hear so many stories of how people felt Hashem's hand in their lives. There's an email address where people send in their stories( livingemunah123@gmail.com ). I would like to share just a few that I recently received. What's so beautiful about some of these stories is how Hashem is involved even in the most mundane of tasks — something as simple as pressing a button. A woman who is an English teacher related that she had been working for years on developing an app to help students drill their English vocabulary. It was a long and exhausting process, and she hoped to secure a government tender that would allow her to sell the app to schools across Israel, helping her cover the high costs. But she hit a roadblock — the Ministry of Education wouldn't provide vendors with a list of schools and contact information. How could she sell her product without spending all her time manually searching for schools? Recently, while trying to look up a phone number on her computer — for the purpose of suggesting a shidduch — she accidentally pressed the wrong button. A file suddenly downloaded onto her computer. Curious, she opened it. To her shock, it was an Excel sheet with over 1,500 religious schools in Israel, complete with all their contact information. She had never even heard of such a list. But she didn't need to — Hashem had guided her fingers to press the exact button she needed. Another woman shared a story from a recent trip to Spain in late April. A nationwide power outage struck in the early afternoon, right as she and her husband were getting ready to catch a train to their next destination. The night before, she had purchased what she thought were train tickets via the railway app. But when she opened the app to confirm the departure time, she realized she had mistakenly bought bus tickets instead. She didn't even know that buses could be booked through the app! As it turned out, the train system had completely shut down due to the power outage, leaving passengers stuck for hours in the heat. Meanwhile, she and her husband boarded a comfortable, air-conditioned bus and arrived on time with no difficulties. Once again, Hashem had guided someone to press exactly the right button. A man submitted a powerful story about a fire that broke out a few weeks ago in fields near Beit Shemesh. He sent in a picture showing completely blackened, burnt fields surrounding a single patch of lush green. That green patch belonged to Moshav Matityahu — a religious moshav who keep Shemitah. The field manager was there as the flames approached. The trees — etrogim and rimonim — were in serious danger. But then, miraculously, the flames veered, forming a half-circle around this field, and moved on to burn the next one. Not a single tree of theirs was singed. It was clearly a bracha earned in the merit of keeping Shemitah. Tragically, the surrounding fields — which were not observing Shemitah — were all burned. Hashem can and does bless us in countless ways, sometimes in very visible miracles. One final story. A man had a specialist appointment last year. The waiting room had televisions playing on all sides, the volume blasting, and the content was extremely inappropriate. He tried his best not to look, but some of the images caught his eye and became lodged in his mind. He prayed deeply for Hashem to remove those images from his thoughts. A week later, he had a follow-up appointment at the same office. This time, before going, he poured out his heart to Hashem, asking not to be exposed to those same sights again. Miraculously, when he arrived, every screen was malfunctioning. The same clean advertisement played on a loop for the entire thirty minutes he was there. Other patients were complaining, but the staff could not fix it. Only he knew that it was an answer to his tefillah. Hashem is helping us constantly. It's our job to recognize His involvement, thank Him, and tell others about it. The more we speak of His wonders, the more aware we become of His presence in our lives — and the more reasons we find to sing His praises.

Natalie hosts Hillel Fuld, who made aliyah in 1993 at the age of 15 from New York and today is the father of five, lives in Beit Shemesh, and is a Global Speaker, Startup Advisor, Tech Columnist. Hillel shared his thoughts on Aliyah, and explained that despite popular belief, it is possible to get a good job in Israel, one that even surpasses your current position!! Regarding whether to come now or wait, Hillel urges U.S. Jews to make a plan and not wait, and strongly stated “As history has showed us, things will not get better for Jews outside of Israel.” During our talk several times Hillel referred back to his grandmother, and said “what would I have said to my grandmother in 1938 Germany. To wait and see if things will get better?” Come Home! Returning Home 23FEB2025 - PODCAST

Rav Yoni Rosensweig is rabbi of the Netzach Menashe community in Beit Shemesh and is a renowned teacher of Halakha, Gemara and Jewish thought. From 2006-2009 he served as Rosh Kollel of the Mizrahi community in Melbourne, Australia. Upon his return, he headed Yeshivat Hamivtar, and then became Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivat Shevut Yisrael in Efrat, a post which he held until 2016. He currently teaches at Midreshet Lindenbaum. Rav Yoni has semikha from Rav Nachum Eliezer Rabinovitch and from the Chief Rabbinate of Israel, and degrees in education, philosophy and history. He is the author of “Yishrei Lev,” a three-volume responsa on different halakhic questions, and of “Conversations in Essence,” in which he engages in imaginary dialogue with great Jewish thinkers from the past. Rabbi Rosensweig is the author of several books including the recent Nafshi Beshe'elati on Jewish law and mental health. In this interview we will mostly focus on halacha and its flexibility having to do with mental health.

Rav Yoni Rosensweig is rabbi of the Netzach Menashe community in Beit Shemesh and is a renowned teacher of Halakha, Gemara and Jewish thought. From 2006-2009 he served as Rosh Kollel of the Mizrahi community in Melbourne, Australia. Upon his return, he headed Yeshivat Hamivtar, and then became Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivat Shevut Yisrael in Efrat, a post which he held until 2016. He currently teaches at Midreshet Lindenbaum. Rav Yoni has semikha from Rav Nachum Eliezer Rabinovitch and from the Chief Rabbinate of Israel, and degrees in education, philosophy and history. He is the author of “Yishrei Lev,” a three-volume responsa on different halakhic questions, and of “Conversations in Essence,” in which he engages in imaginary dialogue with great Jewish thinkers from the past. Rabbi Rosensweig is the author of several books including the recent Nafshi Beshe'elati on Jewish law and mental health. In this interview we will mostly focus on halacha and its flexibility having to do with mental health.

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Political correspondent Sam Sokol joins host Jessica Steinberg on today's show. Sokol discusses the political machinations in the Knesset as voting over the 2025 budget leads National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and several ultra-Orthodox parties to threaten to oppose the bill, given some of the planned cuts. While Ben Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich have banded together in the past over their political aspirations, the two have been at odds for some time, which could possibly lead to a break in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition, explains Sokol. Sokol reviews the further political dramas that played out on Tuesday in the Knesset, as Netanyahu, recovering from a successful prostate removal surgery at the Hadassah Medical Center in Jerusalem, was forced to leave his hospital bed and return to the Knesset, in order to cast a decisive vote on the budget law, and thwart Ben Gvir. Another Knesset member, Likud MK Boaz Bismuth, who was in the midst of the seven-day mourning period for his mother, was also pushed to leave the shiva and come to the Knesset and vote in favor of the bill. Sokol also offers a brief description of the fragment of a Houthi missile that landed in his Beit Shemesh neighborhood late Monday night. For news updates, please check out The Times of Israel’s ongoing live blog. Discussed articles include: PM leaves hospital to cast decisive vote on a budget law, thwarting Ben Gvir revolt Coalition factions threaten to vote against key budget bill over cuts, Haredi draft In rare cross-aisle cooperation, MKs back bill to penalize ministers who snub oversight IDF downs ballistic missile from Yemen as sirens heard across central Israel Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves. IMAGE: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a vote at the plenum of the Knesset in Jerusalem, on December 31, 2024. (Photo by Chaim Goldberg/Flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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BALLISTIC MISSILE ALERT: Early this morning, a ballistic missile from Yemen was intercepted over Beit Shemesh, with alerts spanning a wide area, including Hebron. HEZBOLLAH ATTACK SUMMARY: Hezbollah reports 27 attacks against Israel, including 7 targeting civilian towns. Suicide drones were launched toward Haifa's navy base and Nimra base north of the Kinneret, along with rocket fire aimed at Sharga camp in the Golan Heights. Meanwhile, Shiite militias in Iraq claimed responsibility for 7 attacks on Israel in the past 30 hours, including 4 suicide drones sent toward the Dead Sea, Jerusalem, and Galilee last night. IDF jets on drone interception duty were seen flying low from Beit Shemesh to Jerusalem and Maaleh Adumim. Yes, it was a busy night and morning here in Israel, defending against our enemies on seven fronts.Psalm 73 - Surely God is good to Israel, to those who are pure in heart. v16-17 When I tried to understand all this, it troubled me deeply till I entered the sanctuary of God; then I understood their final destiny.26 My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. 27 Those who are far from you will perish; you destroy all who are unfaithful to you. 28 But as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign Lord my refuge; I will tell of all your deeds.List of Urgent Needs:- F350 Truck and accessories: $50,000- Iridium Certus Thales MissionLINK x 2 plus network connection: $10,000- Fuel for mission distribution: $80 per daily mission- Aid supplies family support kits: $150- Ministry emergency fund goal: $30,000To give, use this link http://member.bulldozerfaith.com/givePayPal.me/bulldozerfaith https://cash.app/$bulldozerfaith Daily Devotional and teaching with Kenny Russell - Get connected with our Podcast Channelshttps://feeds.captivate.fm/what-then-shall-we-sayEmail kenny@bulldozerfaith.com

Are your responsibilities as a shul Rav any different during this time of year? What questions are people asking you? Is the war in Israel having an impact on you or your community? What unusual incidents have happened in your shul during Chagim? What's your favorite Devar Torah for Yom Tov? Hosted by: Ari Wasserman Rabbi Shalom Rosner – Rabbi, Kehillat Nofei Hashemesh, Beit Shemesh, Israel – 9:55 Rabbi Moshe Elefant – Rabbi, Zichron Yosef Ohel Aryeh, Borough Park; Head of Kashrus for OU Kosher – 34:38 Rabbi Aron Moss – Rabbi, Nefesh Community, Sydney, Australia – 47:55 Rabbi Ron Yitzchok Eisenman – Rabbi, Congregation Ahavas Israel, Passaic, NJ – 1:01:47 Rabbi Daniel Glatstein – Rabbi, Kehilas Tiferes Mordechai, Cedarhurst, New York – 1:09:32  מראי מקומות    

Natalie hosts Lenny Solomon, Jewish rock musician who formed the band Shlock Rock in 1984. Lenny made aliyah from NY in 1996 and lives in Beit Shemesh. While noting today's date - Oct. 7th - Lenny and Natalie quickly jumped into a discussion of Aliyah from America; the slow and relunctant aliyah that is happening despite the climate of anti-semitism. Lenny promoted his upcoming concerts in Beit Shemesh as well. For info, visit: https://tickchak.co.il/71167 Returning Home 07OCT2024 - PODCAST

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Diplomatic reporter Lazar Berman and editor Amy Spiro join host Amanda Borschel-Dan on today's episode. Reports came out last night that the chances of a phased hostage-ceasefire agreement being achieved on the basis of Israel's May proposal are “close to zero” and there is “very broad pessimism.” The US, which had indicated it was planning to present a new bridging proposal in the next two or three days, is now regarded as unlikely to do so, it added. Berman brings an update. Amid public criticism from top Israeli officials last week, Egypt's army chief of staff Lt. Gen. Ahmed Fathy Khalifa made a surprise visit on Thursday to the country's border with the Gaza Strip to inspect the security situation. At around the same time, the Egyptian leader, Abdel Fattah al-Sisi made a first Egyptian presidential visit to Turkey in 12 years, where he discussed the Gaza war and ways to further repair the long-frozen ties between the regional powers during talks in Ankara. How is the growing daylight between Israel and Egypt affecting the region? Israel wrapped up its time at the 2024 Paris Paralympics on Sunday with 10 medals, including four gold, its best showing at the Games in 20 years. In this year's games, only three of the 28 Paralympians representing Israel this year were wounded during military service. One of the sad byproducts of the war is a sharp uptick in other potential candidates. We hear about the highlights of the games and how the organization is working towards using the 2028 games as a goal for this war's wounded warriors. For news updates, please check out The Times of Israel's ongoing live blog. Discussed articles include: Slain hostages struggled with their killers in final moments, IDF probe said to find Negotiators said to believe chance of hostage deal ‘close to zero'; US also pessimistic Erdogan seeks Islamic alliance against Israel, says its ‘expansionism' won't stop in Gaza Egypt's army chief visits Gaza border after Israel says Sissi failed on smuggling Israel celebrates its best Paralympic showing in 20 years with 10-medal haul From Gaza to LA: Can Paralympics dream help wounded soldiers get back their fighting spirit? Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod Waves. Illustrative: Mossad chief David Barnea attends a farewell ceremony in his honor, at the National Police Academy in Beit Shemesh, on July 14, 2024. (Chaim Goldberg/Flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this heartfelt episode of 'Remembered,' the host interviews Asher Guedalia to honor the memories of those who perished on October 7th. Asher provides a touching account of his life, his family's background, and his experiences growing up in Israel. He shares the profound bond he had with his brother Yosef, detailing their journeys through childhood and service in the IDF, and recounts Yosef's heroism and tragic death. Additionally, the episode explores the ongoing conflict, with Asher sharing his experiences during the tragic events and discussing the necessity for strong political leadership, the plight of hostages, and the global implications for Jews. This episode provides an intimate look at personal loss, family dynamics, duty, and the larger political issues at play.   About Our Guest: Born in Jerusalem and raised in Beit Shemesh, Israel, Asher Guedalia attended the pre-army academy in Eli before serving for four years in a combat unit of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Currently, Asher is pursuing a Master's degree in Computer Science at the Hebrew University. He works in the tech industry and is the proud brother of Hero Yosef Guedalia. Married with two children, he resides in Jerusalem. Notably, he fought in the southern region on October 7th. https://www.facebook.com/asher.guedalia   Check out: www.JewishCoffeeHouse.com for more Jewish Podcasts on our network.

Substitute Ollie Watkins scored a stoppage-time winner to send England deservedly through to their second successive European Championship final on Wednesday as they finally turned on the style to beat Netherlands 2-1 on a memorable night in Dortmund. KAN's Mark Weiss talked about Wednesday night's England victory and looks forward to Sunday's final with Euros blogger Wiggi, Alan Wigman from Beit Shemesh. (Photo:Reuters)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The two semi finals of the Euros sees Spain face France on Tuesday night and , England v the Netherlands the following night, Wednesday. Both games kick off at 10 pm Israel time. KAN's Mark Weiss looked forward to the semi final ties , in conversation with Wiggi, Alan Wigman, from Beit Shemesh , who writes a Euros blog. (Photo:Reuters)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This weekend it's the quarter final stage of the Euros. Friday sees Spain v Germany and Portugal v France. On Saturday, it's England v Switzerland  followed by the Netherlands v Turkiye. KAN's Mark Weiss looked forward to the football feast , in conversation with Wiggi, Alan Wigman, from Beit Shemesh , who writes a Euros blog. (Photo:Reuters)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World leaders paid tribute to veterans and pledged to continue to stand for democracy as they marked the 80th anniversary of the June 6, 1944, D Day landings , when more than 150,000 Allied soldiers invaded France by sea and air to drive out the forces of Nazi Germany. With the numbers of veterans fast dwindling, this year's event is likely to be the last major ceremony in Normandy honoring them in their presence. Taking part in this year's  commemorations was Beit Shemesh resident Mark Granat who participated in one of the  parachute jumps to mark the 80th anniversary. He spoke to KAN's Mark Weiss  from Normandy. (Photo:Mark Granat)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topic: Diaspora Jewry   Guest: Chaya Yosovich   Bio:    Chaya is the CEO of the Yael Foundation, a private charitable foundation, established by Uri and Yael Poliavich, dedicated to maintaining and developing Jewish educational institutions around the world. The foundation is committed to enabling Jewish children everywhere to receive a good general education including Jewish values and traditions for the betterment and future of our communities.   Chaya has throughout her illustrious career made big things happen at the intersection of philanthropy and large-scale impact investment.    Her main areas of focus have been: 1. Beit Shemesh- urban-social development. 2. Shema Yisroel FSU- education & community building in the former Soviet bloc and Eastern Europe, and supporting refugees-émigrés in Israel. 3. Israeli Ministry of the Diaspora - building smart strategies for the implementation of a broad program to strengthen Jewish identity and nurture deeper connections between the Jewish Diaspora and Israel.   In this insightful episode we learn about the intersection of Israeli & Diaspora Jewry through the eye of someone who is leading the charge.

Ministers in Israel's government are divided over a possible ceasefire deal with Hamas, which could see the return of Israeli hostages held in Gaza. Benny Gantz, a member of the war cabinet, said the government would have no right to exist if it prevented a deal, but far-right finance minister Bezalel Smotrich said a ceasefire would amount to a humiliating surrender. Also on the programme: As South Africa marks 30 years since the end of apartheid, voters ask whether the ANC can still deliver on the promise of freedom and democracy; and Iranian authorities clamp down on the Egyptian hit TV series Assassins. (Picture: Benny Gantz at a march by supporters of hostages in Gaza near Beit Shemesh, Israel, March 1, 2024 Credit: REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun)

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Today is day 158 of the war with Hamas. Political correspondent Sam Sokol and Tech Israel editor Sharon Wrobel join host Jessica Steinberg for today's episode. Sokol discusses political reactions to the statement made by Sephardic chief rabbi Yitzhak Yosef regarding a mass ultra-Orthodox exit from Israel if yeshiva students are forced to enlist in the army. Wrobel looks at why markets and investors are currently bullish on Israel, a sense of cautious optimism given the waning war in Gaza and fewer signs of engagement in the north. Sokol talks about the latest mayoral elections in Beit Shemesh, the central city with a large ultra-Orthodox population and a new, moderate Haredi mayor. Wrobel describes a forum created by spouses of reservists for their particular needs during wartime, as they struggle to care for kids, homes, and jobs. For the latest updates, please look at The Times of Israel's ongoing live blog. Discussed articles include: Live blog March 12, 2024 Watchdog group calls for removal of chief rabbi for politicizing judicial role Assailing chief rabbi, Lapid says Haredim would have to get jobs if they moved abroad Despite war uncertainty, Israeli stocks and the shekel attract investors Ultra-Orthodox retake Beit Shemesh, former Haifa mayor Yona Yahav returns to office Fired during war, reservists' wives band together to battle for job security THOSE WE HAVE LOST: Civilians and soldiers killed in Hamas's onslaught on Israel THOSE WE ARE MISSING: The hostages and victims whose fate is still unknown Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves. IMAGE: Sephardi Chief Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef attends a prayer for the release of Israelis held hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza, at the Rachel's Tomb on October 25, 2023 (Photo by Chaim Goldberg/Flash90 )See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our mental health series is sponsored by Terri and Andrew Herenstein.This episode is sponsored by Twillory. New customers can use the coupon code 18Forty to get $18 off of all orders of $139 or more. In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to Yoni Rosensweig, rabbi of the Netzah Menashe community in Beit Shemesh, about the intersection between mental health and halacha. It is tempting to sometimes see halacha and mental health as being at odds. But what if, with the right guidance, we could instead understand halacha to be a system that sees the fullness of our unideal circumstances and draws us closer to God in spite of it all? In this episode we discuss:How might we enable people who are suffering mentally to live fully halachic lives?How can a rabbi apply modern knowledge of mental health to centuries-old rabbinic texts?How can we benefit from halacha even—especially—amid our difficulties?Tune in to hear a conversation about how halacha has more to offer us than we might expect.Interview begins at 12:25.Rabbi Yoni Rosensweig is rabbi of the Netzah Menashe community in Beit Shemesh, Israel. Previously, he served as Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivat Shevut Yisrael in Efrat. Rabbi Rosensweig is the author of several books including the recent Nafshi Beshe'elati on Jewish law and mental health.References:נפשי בשאלתי - הלכות בריאות הנפש by Yoni Rosensweig The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk@tzvei_dinim

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In this monumental episode, we interview Rabbi Dr. Natan Slifkin, popularly known as the "Zoo Rabbi," director of the Biblical Museum of Natural History in Beit Shemesh, Israel. Slifkin is best known for his interests in zoology, Judaism's relationship to evolution, Jewish and biblical history, and his popular website www.RationalistJudaism.com. Our focus in this discussion is his book "Rationalism vs. Mysticism: Schisms in Traditional Jewish Thought." There are specific chapters that we feel deserve a closer look, such as "The Sages vs Science: The Sun's Path at Night," "Wrestling with Demons," "Ayin Hara: Ocular Radiation or Heavenly accounting,” "The Nature of Torah," and "The function of Mitzvot." Rabbi Slifkin also reflects on his infamous Torah-Science controversy/ban, otherwise known as "The Slifkin Affair." Additionally, he shares his thoughts on the future of the Haredi relationship to Zionism in the aftermath of October 7th. You don't want to miss this fascinating interview. *This episode is dedicated to the neshama of Meir ben Moshe a'h — Abdolrahim Ilian, the late father of our dear friend, Rod Ilian. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/judaismdemystified/support

Lessons Learned from 6 Weeks at War, by Rav Dovid Gottlie "I am in love with the Jewish people." A sicha given Motzaei Shabbat Parashat Toldot 5784, Nov 18, 2023, at Beit Midrash Torani Leumi Melavah Malka in Beit Shemesh

Meet Arele Samet. Born and raised in Israel, He's been singing in ‘Chasidisha hoifn' and on the biggest stages for more than 2 decades now, ShmueliCast was lucky enough to get his attention and get him to share his story on our program. We covered a number of topics including his music career and his new album coming soon, The war in Israel, his rabbis, lag boimer in miron and much more. We hope you will enjoy and learn something. If you enjoy the program be so kind and give us a ‘SPECIAL THANKS', it helps us see the appreciation. And as always. like, share, and comment if you have any suggestions on how we can enhance and improve the show. Thank you.

Searches for gunman who shot and wounded security guard at entrance to northern border community. Rocket fire from Gaza toward Ashkelon, Ashdod and Beit Shemesh. UN chief visits Egyptian side of Rafah crossing ahead of first aid delivery to Gaza. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topic: Family Offices & Societal Change    Guest: Daniel Goldman   Bio:   Daniel is the founder and Managing Partner at Goldrock Capital. Born in London, Daniel emigrated to Israel in 1992. He now lives in Beit Shemesh, where he was very involved in building and shaping the city. Daniel is active in many organizations that promote understanding and tolerance among all sectors of society. He lives with his wife and five children.   In this episode we discuss:   1) Growing up in New Castle 2) A thirty-year story of Rags to Riches 3) Helping High-Net Worth Families 4) Diverse Sources of Inspiration 5) Changing the sociological landscape in Israel 6) Difference between Tzedaka (Charity & Philanthropy) and so much more!Topic

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