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Christ in Prophecy
Satan's Long War Against the Jewish People

Christ in Prophecy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2026


How has Replacement Theology caused so much Christian persecution of the Jews? Find out with speaker Dr. Nathan Jones at the Lamb and Lion Ministries 2026 Kentucky Regional Conference!

Jewish History with Rabbi Dr. Dovid Katz
הַפְטָרַת פָּרָשַׁת שׁוֹפְטִים תשפ"ו - Don't give up hope for a Glorious Future!

Jewish History with Rabbi Dr. Dovid Katz

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 26:07


Isaiah endeavors to inspire hope in a Jewish People suffering (understandably) from depression and hopelessness because of so much persecution. The future is brighter than you can imagine!

The Future of Jewish
The Jewish Threat Nobody Talks About

The Future of Jewish

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2026 15:00


The Jewish People know how to survive, but do we know how to live?

Jerusalem Channel
Defeat Anti-Semitism with Faith and Prophetic Prayer for Healing

Jerusalem Channel

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 28:22


Join Christine Darg to explore the powerful biblical prophecy and prayer for Israel's healing and restoration in light of recent anti-Semitic events and trauma facing the Jewish people. This message dives deep into the importance of faith, divine healing, and the prophetic significance of Israel. Drawing from Scripture and historical accounts of healing, Christine emphasizes the unstoppable power of prayer and faith to overcome adversity. Strengthen your faith and pray effectively for Israel's peace, healing, and complete restoration according to God's Word.

The Joyce Kaufman Show
The Joyce Kaufman Show 8/4/26 - In-N-Out Burger mass shooting, Debate about the Gadsden flag, French government hates Jewish people,

The Joyce Kaufman Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 55:05


Joyce talks about: The President of In-N-Out Burger Lynsi Lavelle Snyder-Ellingson, speaks out after mass shooting kills three people and injuries several others. Calls on the community to pray and turn to God. Armed Good Samaritan Jordan Salinas stops the shooter. Debate about the Gadsden flag. "Don't Tread on Me." Some people find it to be a symbol of freedom from government, while others believe it's an extremist dog whistle.Writers in Israel trying to understanding what the Trump Administration is doing with negotiations in Iran. CENTCOM looking for advice on how to get out of war with Iran. France making it impossible for Jewish people to live there by making then hide who they are. Netanya their only safe haven. Mexican national now being held at Fort Dicks after re-entering the US multiple times following three-year prison sentence for causing an accident that killed a US Marine on a motorcycle. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Joyce Kaufman Show
Joyce's Thought of the Day 7/31/26 - New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani judicial advisory committee without any Jewish people

The Joyce Kaufman Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 3:00


Joyce talks about Mayor Zohran Mamdani's judicial advisory committee that excluded Jewish people. How will this affect New York. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Joyce Kaufman Show
The Joyce Kaufman Show 7/30/26- FIFA boycott, reliance on Ai, Dr. Fauci's congressional hearings, Boy Georges speaks up for Jewish people and more

The Joyce Kaufman Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 43:05


Joyce talks about:Reliance on Ai and the possible change in the way people use language. Dr. Fauci's Congressional hearings. Legal minds can not agree on whether Dr. Fauci has the right to plead the 5th. Boy George speaking up for the Jewish people with his new music. Florida AG opening his own investigation into Dr. Fauci due to the handling of the Congressional hearings. Wisconsin socialist candidate who once called to abolish the police, prison, and the Senate now denying those statements. War with Iran. European nations boycotting all FIFA competition after plans to sell 21% in ownership stakes to private investors, but, could it be a good thing? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Parasha with Rabbi Dweck
Hope & the Jewish People | Ekeb 2025

The Parasha with Rabbi Dweck

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 31:05


In Parashat Ekeb, Moshe prepares Bnei Yisrael to enter the land, urging them not to fear their enemies and promising blessing and success if they keep the mitsvot, highlighting Birkat Hamazon as a safeguard against forgetting God. This is generously sponsored by David Tawil for the good health and berachot for the Tawil family and Le'iluy Nishmat Jeremy Smouha - Yirmiyahu de Yehezkel Smouha HaLevi.Rabbi Dweck has held rabbinic leadership roles in the US and the UK. He is the Rosh Bet Midrash of TheHabura.com and the Rabbi Levy Chair of Jewish Wisdom at the London School of Jewish Studies.For more, check out rabbijosephdweck.com.Instagram: https://instagram.com/rabbidweckTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rabbidweckYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RabbiJosephDweck00:00 Mitsvot Beyond Details02:01 Hukim and Mishpatim03:21 A System of Living04:43 Guard and Do05:39 Wisdom Before Nations11:34 Don't Isolate Mitsvot12:43 Body Analogy15:15 Studying the Whole Torah18:26 Rejecting One Mitsvah20:18 Cherry Picking vs Covenant24:17 Survival Through Faithfulness26:04 Tsitsit and Closing

The Rabbi Sinclair Podcast
The Jews Run the World!

The Rabbi Sinclair Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 1:35


The Jewish People have the power to bring blessing to this world more than anyone else. In 1972, Rabbi Yaakov Asher Sinclair opened SARM Studios the first 24-track recording studio in Europe where Queen mixed "Bohemian Rhapsody". His music publishing company, Druidcrest Music published the music for The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1973) and as a record producer, he co-produced the quadruple-platinum debut album by American band "Foreigner" (1976). American Top ten singles from this album included, "Feels Like The First Time", "Cold as Ice" and "Long, Long Way from Home". Other production work included "The Enid – In the Region of the Summer Stars", "The Curves", and "Nutz" as well as singles based on The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy with Douglas Adams and Richard O'Brien. Other artists who used SARM included: ABC, Alison Moyet, Art of Noise, Brian May, The Buggles, The Clash, Dina Carroll, Dollar, Flintlock, Frankie Goes To Hollywood, Grace Jones, It Bites, Malcolm McLaren, Nik Kershaw, Propaganda, Rush, Rik Mayall, Stephen Duffy, and Yes. In 1987, he settled in Jerusalem to immerse himself in the study of Torah. His two Torah books The Color of Heaven, on the weekly Torah portion, and Seasons of the Moon met with great critical acclaim. Seasons of the Moon, a unique fine-art black-and-white photography book combining poetry and Torah essays, has now sold out and is much sought as a collector's item fetching up to $250 for a mint copy. He is much in demand as an inspirational speaker both in Israel, Great Britain and the United States. He was Plenary Keynote Speaker at the Agudas Yisrael Convention, and Keynote Speaker at Project Inspire in 2018. Rabbi Sinclair lectures in Talmud and Jewish Philosophy at Ohr Somayach/Tannenbaum College of Judaic studies in Jerusalem and is a senior staff writer of the Torah internet publications Ohrnet and Torah Weekly. His articles have been published in The Jewish Observer, American Jewish Spirit, AJOP Newsletter, Zurich's Die Jüdische Zeitung, South African Jewish Report and many others. A 'miracle story' with a twist Rabbi Sinclair was born in London, and lives with his family in Jerusalem. He was educated at St. Anthony's Preparatory School in Hampstead, Clifton College, and Bristol University. A Project Of Ohr.Edu Questions? Comments? We'd Love To Hear From You At: Podcasts@Ohr.Edu https://podcasts.ohr.edu/

The Rebbe’s advice
6423 – Absolute Truth in Emunah, Torah, and the Jewish People – אמת מוחלטת באמונה, בתורה, ובעם ישראל

The Rebbe’s advice

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026


The Rebbe writes that belief in G-d, the Torah, and the Jewish people must be absolute, without compromise. Even when a Jew sins, their essence remains intact, but true rectification requires teshuvah. He encourages unwavering strength in Torah observance. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/017/010/6423

Mining The Riches Of The Parsha
You Cannot Mourn Jerusalem Until You See Her Beauty | 10@9 | 2026.07.23

Mining The Riches Of The Parsha

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 24:22


Tisha B'Av is the day we mourn the destruction of Jerusalem and the exile of the Jewish People. But Rabbi Yosef Soloveitchik taught that mourning alone is incomplete. Rabbi Yehuda Halevi, the great 12th-century poet and author of the Kuzari, composed one of the most beautiful Kinnot we recite on Tisha B'Av. In it, he does not dwell on destruction. Instead, he paints a breathtaking picture of the beauty of Zion and the Land of Israel. According to a famous legend, he sang these words as he finally reached Jerusalem, the destination he had longed for his entire life. In this 10@9, we explore why Rabbi Yehuda Halevi's Kinah is indispensable to Tisha B'Av. Before we can truly mourn Jerusalem, we must first remember her greatness, her beauty, and what was lost. Only then can our grief be worthy of the past - and become the foundation of hope for the future. Michael Whitman is the senior rabbi of ADATH Congregation in Hampstead, Quebec, and an adjunct professor at McGill University Faculty of Law. ADATH is a modern orthodox synagogue community in suburban Montreal, providing Judaism for the next generation. We take great pleasure in welcoming everyone with a warm smile, while sharing inspiration through prayer, study, and friendship. Rabbi Whitman shares his thoughts and inspirations through online lectures and shiurim, which are available on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5FLcsC6xz5TmkirT1qObkA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adathmichael/ Podcast - Mining the Riches of the Parsha: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mining-the-riches-of-the-parsha/id1479615142?fbclid=IwAR1c6YygRR6pvAKFvEmMGCcs0Y6hpmK8tXzPinbum8drqw2zLIo7c9SR-jc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hWYhCG5GR8zygw4ZNsSmO Please contact Rabbi Whitman (michael@adath.ca) with any questions or feedback, or to receive a daily email, "Study with Rabbi Whitman Today," with current and past insights for that day, video, and audio, all in one short email sent directly to your inbox.

18Forty Podcast
Shalom Rosner and Sara Zimbalist: Loss, Faith, and Gratitude

18Forty Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 142:25


In our annual Tisha B'Av episode of the 18Forty Podcast on the theme of loss, we speak with Rabbi Shalom Rosner, who delivered a widely shared eulogy for Eliyahu Moshe ("Eli Mo") Zimbalist, who was killed early in the Gaza war. We also speak with Eli Mo's mother, Sara Zimbalist.In this episode we discuss:—How do we hold the personal experience of loss together with the larger national narrative?—How does the experience of loss change with the passing of time?—What is the significance of this time in Jewish history?Interview with Rabbi Rosner begins at 27:09.Interview with Sara Zimbalist begins at 1:18:10Tune in to hear a conversation about what continues to ache in the collective heart of the Jewish People—and how we manage to continue to cultivate gratitude.Rabbi Shalom Rosner is the Rosh Beis Medrash of the English-speaking program at JCT Machon Lev and the rabbi of the Nofei Hashemesh community in Beit Shemesh. A musmach of RIETS and graduate of Yeshiva University, he is widely known for his online Daf Yomi and other Torah shiurim, followed by thousands of learners worldwide. Renowned for his clarity in teaching complex sugyot, Rabbi Rosner has taught at Yeshiva University, Yeshivat Reishit Yerushalayim, and Yeshivat Kerem B'Yavneh.References:Numbers 14Taanit 29aLamentations 2Sanhedrin 104b Exodus 1:15 with RashiEliyahu Moshe Zimbalist eulogy by R' Shalom RosnerShabbat 33bSeder HaYom by Moshe ben MachirLamentations 3For 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.

The Land of Israel Network
Rejuvenation: Allies of the Jewish People

The Land of Israel Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 46:54


Eve Harow speaks with Dr. Aharon Ariel Lavi of the Jerusalem Interfaith Center. Their extensive research has shown that many people of all faiths around the world are against the Red-Green Alliance and fascism. Israel and Jews are not alone. Anti-Semitism is just one of the methods used to engender chaos and war. The policy plan of the Center is to create a network of real influencers and leaders who will educate those in their own countries and communities to the dangers of Marxism and radical Islam. It's a mutual interest of many of the Abrahamic faiths and beyond to stop the takeover of extremism -on left and right - before the free world is destroyed. This is not a quick fix. The enemies have infiltrated deeply but it's not too late if we cooperate . Follow his work and be inspired to get involved. For a better future for us all.

Insight of the Week
Parashat Devarim- Turning Tisha B'Ab Into Simhat Torah

Insight of the Week

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026


A number of books draw an intriguing – though puzzling – parallel between two periods on the Jewish calendar: the period of Ben He'mesarim (the Three Weeks from Shiba Asar Be'Tammuz through Tisha B'Ab) and the period of the holidays in the month of Tishri. The month of Tishri begins with Rosh Hashanah, and the holiday season concludes with the celebration of Shemini Aseret on the 22nd of Tishri. (In the Diaspora, we observe Shemini Aseret as a two-day celebration, referring to the second day as Simhat Torah, but fundamentally, this is just one day, on the 22nd of Tishri, and this is how it is celebrated in Israel.) According to a number of Rabbis, these two 22-day periods parallel one another, and are linked to one another. This parallelism leads us to an astonishing conclusion – that the final days of these two periods, Tisha B'Ab and Simhat Torah, are connected. This conclusion is astonishing because, quite simply, it would have been hard to come up with any two days on the Jewish calendar that are more different from one another. In fact, these days are polar opposites – and not only because one day is spent fasting, sitting on the floor and mourning, while the other is spent dancing, singing and feasting. Simhat Torah marks the day when the first Bet Ha'mikdash was inaugurated. King Shlomo conducted a two-week celebration in honor of the Temple's inauguration, which culminated on the 22nd day of Tishri. And, for this reason, the Zohar teaches that Shlomo is considered the "Ushpizin" for Shemini Aseret, which is, in a sense, the eighth day of Sukkot. It thus emerges that the day when the Bet Ha'mikdash's inauguration was completed is, remarkably, linked to Tisha B'Ab, the day when the Bet Ha'mikdash was destroyed. If Shemini Aseret is associated with Shlomo Ha'melech, then Tisha B'Ab is associated with Yirmiyahu – the prophet who warned of the destruction of the Bet Ha'mikdash. Shlomo Ha'melech enjoyed a life of wealth, prestige, peace, comfort and serenity, and he composed Shir Ha'shirim – a joyful, heartwarming book about the intense love between Hashem and the Jewish People. Yirmiyahu suffered misery throughout his life, being constantly taunted and at one point even imprisoned, and then personally witnessed the destruction of Jerusalem and was driven into exile. The book he wrote – Echa, which we read while sitting on the floor on Tisha B'Ab – laments the rupture of the bond between G-d and His people, and the unspeakable calamities that befell our nation at the time of Jerusalem's destruction – the polar opposite of Shir Ha'shirim. Interestingly enough, the Arizal – based on a number of earlier sources – teaches that King Shlomo's soul returned in Yirmiyahu, further underscoring the connection between Simhat Torah – the day associated with King Shlomo – and Tisha B'Ab – the day associated with Yirmiyahu. These two figures shared the same soul, and thus the days that embody their lives' respective missions are closely linked. These two days are linked because Simhat Torah is the day when we celebrate the precious gift of the Torah – and it is through Torah that we become worthy of redemption. The Or Ha'haim (Rav Haim Ben-Attar, 1696-1743) writes that Mashiah does not wish to redeem a nation of ignoramuses. It is only when we recommit ourselves to Torah learning and put in the time and effort to learn that we earn our long-awaited final redemption. Tisha B'Ab is associated with Simhat Torah because it is through the joy of Torah learning, embodied by the festive celebration of Simhat Torah, that we end the exile which we mourn on Tisha B'Ab. In our community – and in many others, as well – we are witnessing a truly extraordinary phenomenon, one which clearly shows that we are well on our way to making the transition from Tisha B'Ab to Simhat Torah, from mourning the destruction of the Bet Ha'mikdash to celebrating the restoration of the Bet Ha'mikdash. My father recalled to me how in his time, people spent Tisha B'Ab afternoon at the beach. Now, as everyone knows, Tisha B'Ab is likely the greatest day of Torah learning in the entire year. Synagogues are packed with men and women of all ages hearing Torah classes for many hours throughout the day, and some even the entire day. Ironically, in our time, Tisha B'Ab has turned into a "Simhat Torah." Of course, it is still a day of mourning and grieving. But nevertheless, we cannot overlook the drastic change that has occurred, with the entire community – and many other communities – joining together for hours upon hours to learn Torah on this day. This phenomenon is representative of the broader transition that has been taking place in recent years. People are devoted to Torah learning like never before. With all the unique spiritual challenges of our generation which I and many other Rabbis speak about regularly, the amount of Torah being learned on a daily basis in our time is breathtaking. This is a clear sign that we are, gradually, transitioning from Tisha B'Ab to Simhat Torah, from a state of Hurban (destruction) to a state of redemption. May Hashem help us continue this transition, to continue devoting ourselves to Torah learning and inspiring others to do the same, so we may be worthy of Mashiah's arrival and the rebuilding of the Bet Ha'mikdash, when we will experience an everlasting Simhat Torah, amen.

Emuna Beams
Defying the Odds: Divine Direction in War and Hostility

Emuna Beams

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 56:03


The Jewish People's turbulent history is one continuous story of Divine Direction. It transcends all logic, military and otherwise. It's beyond nature to the extent that experts in military history and strategy understand everything but Jewish history. That's exactly what Hashem's personal Divine Direction is, constantly defying nature and logic.

Kehillat Israel Podcasts
Matot: Keeping The Jewish People Alive In The Diaspora

Kehillat Israel Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2026 47:57


Rabbi Amy Bernstein's weekly Torah study class via Zoom - Bamidbar/Numbers 32:1 and Yehoshua/Joshua 22:6 - July 10, 2026

The Practical Parsha Podcast
Ep.179-Parshas Maatos-Masei-Its All About The Journey

The Practical Parsha Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 26:51


In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how life is about the journey and NOT the destination. How we learn from the Parsha how we ned to realize that the journey we are on is tailor made by G-D for us to reach our potential. He also speaks abou the lessons about family and connection to the Jewish people and the land of Israel. We also learn from the Parsha how powerful our words are. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/  If you would like to support this podcast please use this secure link to donate: SUPPORT THE PODCAST  Chapters (00:00:00) - The Practical Parsha Podcast(00:02:35) - Double Parsha(00:03:09) - Parshas Matos(00:05:41) - The Journey of the Jewish People(00:06:37) - Parsha 8: Cities of Refuge and the Israel(00:08:21) - Parshas Matos(00:11:56) - Parshas Matos(00:16:33) - The Reasons Why Moshe Split Up the Tribe of Menashe(00:21:40) - Parshas Mase

18Forty Podcast
Jenna Weissman Joselit: Being Jewish in America [American Jewish History 3/4]

18Forty Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 87:28


In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to Jenna Weissman Joselit, a professor of Jewish studies and history, about the everyday expressions of Judaism that reinforce the identity and distinctiveness of the Jewish People. In this episode we discuss:—What consequential institutional decisions shaped the trajectory of American Judaism?—What overlooked personalities and phenomena contributed to the development of American Judaism?—What is the role of the tallis in American Jewish aesthetics?Interview begins at 10:42.Tune in to hear a retrospective reflection on modern Jewish life and culture.Jenna Weissman Joselit is the Charles E. Smith Professor of Judaic Studies and Professor of History at The George Washington University. She specializes in the history and culture of America's Jews, U.S. cultural history, and the relationship between material culture and identity. She is the author of Set in Stone: America's Embrace of the Ten Commandments, The Wonders of America: Reinventing Jewish Culture, 1880–1950, which received the National Jewish Book Award in History, and A Perfect Fit: Clothes, Character, and the Promise of America. She writes a monthly column on American Jewish culture for Tablet and has been a frequent contributor to the Jewish Review of Books, The New Republic, TNR Online, Gastronomica, and the Forward.References:American Judaism: A History by Jonathan D. SarnaMordecai M. Kaplan: Restless Soul by Jenna Weissman JoselitNew York's Jewish Jews: The Orthodox Community in the Interwar Years by Jenna Weissman JoselitOur Gang : Jewish Crime and the New York Jewish Community, 1900-1940 by Jenna Weissman JoselitSet in Stone: America's Embrace of the Ten Commandments by Jenna Weissman JoselitJenna Weissman Joselit in TabletFor 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.

Rav Akiva Zweig's Podcast
Parshas Pinchas - The 3 Weeks ( Fri.) "A Good Democracy REQUIRES Good People"

Rav Akiva Zweig's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 52:23


The Henry and Lisa Manoucheri Parsha Shiur    Parshas Pinchas - The 3 Weeks (July 2026 - Tamuz 5786)    A Good Democracy REQUIRES Good People & Controlling Ourselves AND Our Destiny    Month of Tamuz classes are sponsored in memory of Doris Lombardi by Brittany and Daniel Lombardi. Grandma Doris was strong, warm, giving, loving, hilarious, and full of life. She was an ardent lover and supporter of the Jewish people and Israel and she constantly conveyed those values to her family. The fullness with which she lived and loved us inspires our family regularly and we hope that we continue to carry on her legacy in our actions and in the way we raise our children.   This week of classes are also dedicated in loving memory of Dr Frederica Muller; Frieda Bracha bas Aharon HaKohen. Her strength, brilliance, courage, and resolute conviction, established her family on principles of Judaism and passionate love for the Jewish People and HaShem. Through her descendants her legacy continues to profoundly benefit our nation with Torah, community building, and exemplary dignity. May her memory be blessed and her soul constantly elevated.    This week's classes are also dedicated for the benefit of a Refu'ah Sh'leima for Perel Sasha bas Meril Rivka, Ya'akov ben Malka Mattel, Binyamin ben Lillian Lily, Rachamim Sasson Rafael ben Bracha Fruma Gittel, Baruch Yehoshua Yisrael ben Sima and all Cholei Yisrael.

In the Market with Janet Parshall
Israel – Now and Then

In the Market with Janet Parshall

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 45:13


Dr. Michael Rydelnik joins us to give his take on the MOU with Iran and the Israel/Lebanon agreement and how they will impact the Middle East and Israel in particular. We then open the phone lines to take your questions on ancient Israel, the Jewish People, Replacement Theology and more. Get your dialing fingers ready because the phones will light up with this topic.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Torah Sparks with Ori
The Fourth Most Used Emoji and the Significance of the Jewish People | The Three Weeks

Torah Sparks with Ori

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 11:29 Transcription Available


Insight of the Week
Parashat Pinhas- Teshuba Thoughts

Insight of the Week

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026


We read in Parashat Pinhas of the census taken of Beneh Yisrael at the end of their forty-year sojourn in the wilderness. The Torah lists the families of the various tribes, and in listing the families of Reuben, the Torah explains that two families – those of the brothers Datan and Abiram – were not counted, because they perished after joining Korah's revolt against Moshe Rabbenu. In this context, the Torah mentions that "U'bneh Korah Lo Metu" – Korah's sons did not die together with their father and the other rebels. Rashi, citing the Gemara (Megilla 14a), explains that Korah's sons initially participated in the uprising, but they then had thoughts of Teshuba (repentance), on account of which "Nitbaser Lahem Makom Gabo'ah Be'gehinom Ve'yashebu Sham" – " An elevated place in Gehinam was set apart for them, and they remained there." Rashi's concluding remarks – "and they remained there" – suggest that Korah's sons stayed in that "elevated place in Gehinam" for all time, and this is, indeed, the view taken by several later commentators. This is also the implication of the Midrash cited by Tosafot in Masechet Kiddushin (31b). The conventional understanding, however, is that Korah's sons remained in the underworld for a period of time and were ultimately rescued, whereupon they rejoined Beneh Yisrael. (This is perhaps evidenced by the fact that Korah's sons had descendants who sang in the Bet Ha'mikdash.) Regardless, the Lubavitcher Rebbe (Rav Menachem Mendel Schneersohn, 1902-1994) draws our attention to an important – but often overlooked – word in this passage in Rashi's commentary. Rashi did not say simply that Korah's sons participated in their father's uprising against Moshe. Rather, he writes that Korah's sons were part of this undertaking "Tehila" – right at the outset. They were among the initiators. They didn't just "go along" with the idea – they were the ones who conceived it! The Rebbe further notes Rashi's comment that during the revolt, "Hirharu Teshuba Be'libam" – Korah's sons had thoughts of repentance in their hearts. It seems clear from Rashi's formulation that Korah's sons did not repent entirely – they merely entertained thoughts of Teshuba. And yet, despite the fact that they were the instigators of this evil uprising, even their thoughts of Teshuba sufficed to save them from death. The Rebbe added that this shows us the great power of even incomplete repentance, and of even "Hirhureh Teshuba" – genuine thoughts and feelings of repentance. Even when a Jew does not change his behavior fully the way he should, but he merely thinks and reflects on how he needs to improve – these thoughts are precious and beloved by G-d. The Rebbe explained on this basis why, at one of the holiest moments of the year, as we prepare to sound the Shofar on Rosh Hashanah, we read the 47 th chapter of Tehillim, which was composed by Korah's sons – "La'menase'ah Li'bneh Korah Mizmor." Unlike Yom Kippur, Rosh Hashanah is not a time for confessing and begging G-d for forgiveness. However, during the sounding of the Shofar, we are to think "Hirhureh Teshuba," thoughts of repentance. This is a time to think seriously and somberly about our mistakes and shortcomings during the previous year, and how we wish to improve during the coming year. We therefore recite this chapter composed by Korah's sons – who devised a wicked plot to challenge Moshe Rabbenu, and yet were spared punishment because of their "Hihureh Teshuba." We are reminded of the great power of Teshuba thoughts, of the value of our genuine feelings of regret and desire to improve. Back in Parashat Korah, we read that when the ground opened to devour the leaders of the revolt and their families, the rest of the nation "Nasu Le'kolam" (16:34) – literally, "ran to their voices." This seems to mean that the people ran toward the opening in the ground where the rebels were screaming in horror, which would be very difficult to understand. Rashi avoids this problem by interpreting these words to mean that the people ran "on account of their voices," because of the shrieks that they heard. In light of what we have seen, however, there might be another understanding. After Korah's sons were saved, Beneh Yisrael ran to hear their voices, to hear them sing praise to Hashem, in order to receive inspiration from them. Korah's sons became a powerful source of motivation for all Beneh Yisrael – and for us – by showing the value of even incomplete Teshuba, how every step forward is significant and cherished by the Almighty. Indeed, Rav Moshe Wolfson (1925-2024) noted that the letters that spell the word "Le'kolam" (Lamed, Kof, Lamed, Mem) are the first letters of the words "La'menase'ah Li'bneh Korah Mizmor." Beneh Yisrael rushed to hear the beautiful praises sung by Korah's sons to be inspired and driven to work toward improvement, one small step at a time. The Rebbe cited in this context the Rambam's famous comment that "En Beneh Yisrael Nig'alin Ela Bi'Tshuba" – the redemption depends upon the Jewish People's repentance (Hilchot Teshuba 7:5). Many people wondered how this will happen. When we look at our nation today, how the majority of Jews are so distant from observance, and how even generally observant Jews face so many religious challenges which they frequently fail to withstand, how can we ever be deserving of redemption? Korah's sons provide us with the answer. They show us that even incomplete Teshuba is valuable, as long as it is sincere. Every genuine thought, feeling and action in the direction of Teshuba, every time a Jew reflects on his inadequacies and regrets his deficiencies, he has achieved something precious. Every small step toward repentance will, hopefully, lead to another, such that we can, indeed, become worthy of our final redemption, speedily and in our time, Amen.

Rav Akiva Zweig's Podcast
Parshas Pinchas - The 17th of Tamuz  (Wed.) "Love is Steadfast"

Rav Akiva Zweig's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 45:20


The Psychology Behind the Parsha   Parshas Pinchas - The 17th of Tamuz    (June 2026 - Tamuz 5786)   Love is Steadfast   Month of Tamuz classes are sponsored in memory of Doris Lombardi by Brittany and Daniel Lombardi. Grandma Doris was strong, warm, giving, loving, hilarious, and full of life. She was an ardent lover and supporter of the Jewish people and Israel and she constantly conveyed those values to her family. The fullness with which she lived and loved us inspires our family regularly and we hope that we continue to carry on her legacy in our actions and in the way we raise our children.   This week of classes are also dedicated in loving memory of Dr Frederica Muller; Frieda Bracha bas Aharon HaKohen. Her strength, brilliance, courage, and resolute conviction, established her family on principles of Judaism and passionate love for the Jewish People and HaShem. Through her descendants her legacy continues to profoundly benefit our nation with Torah, community building, and exemplary dignity. May her memory be blessed and her soul constantly elevated.    This week's classes are also dedicated for the benefit of a Refu'ah Sh'leima for Perel Sasha bas Meril Rivka, Ya'akov ben Malka Mattel, Binyamin ben Lillian Lily, Rachamim Sasson Rafael ben Bracha Fruma Gittel, Baruch Yehoshua Yisrael ben Sima and all Cholei Yisrael.

Talking Talmud
Hullin 60: God's Lion's Roar to Defend the Jewish People

Talking Talmud

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 26:00


A series of stories about Rabbi Yehoshua ben Haninah interacting with Roman officers, conversing with the Caesar, etc. Some of these stories need unpacking and investigation: including God as described as a lion (Amos). Plus, the lion whose roar pulled down the walls of Rome (and caused its women to miscarry). All of which points to the power residing with God, and not the Caesar. Also, how God controls the events of the world via nature -- another question by the Caesar, and Rabbi Yehoshua has a demonstration for him. Fundamentally, the series of stories provide some measure of comfort for a Jewish audience. Also, an investigation into the verses that describe the creation of the world in Genesis -- specifically, the story of the moon as a diminished light in comparison to the sun, and God's ostensible regret in how He handled the moon. Plus, the production of the world's vegetation in creation.

The Practical Parsha Podcast
Parshas Pinchas- Acquiring Eternity In A Moment-Rebroadcast 2025

The Practical Parsha Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 25:44


In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusss the lesson from Pinchas on how 1 moment can change our destiny. The importance of making the the correct decisions at critical moments can change our lives and even the course of world history. He also expalins how that moment can be a time when we can channel all of our desires for Hashem and reach our perfection. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com. To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcast use this link- the-pirkei-avos-podcast.castos.com/   Chapters (00:00:00) - Parshas Pinchas(00:00:30) - Parshas Pinchas(00:02:17) - The Parsha(00:05:18) - The Parsha(00:06:24) - The Story of Pinchas and Elijah the Prophet(00:09:52) - Pinchas(00:13:20) - Seph semis brings down the idea of serving Hashem(00:19:49) - Partial 1(00:21:23) - The Counting of the Jewish People

The Doron Keidar Podcast
Why Catholics Should Stand With Israel | Dr. André Villeneuve on Faith, Covenant & the Jewish People

The Doron Keidar Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2026 68:08


In this episode of The Doron Keidar Podcast, I sit down with Dr. André Villeneuve, founder of Catholic Voices for Israel, for an important conversation on the relationship between the Catholic Church, the Jewish people, and the modern State of Israel.At a time when hostility toward Israel is growing in the Church, the West, and across social media, Dr. Villeneuve brings much-needed clarity rooted in Scripture, Catholic theology, history, and truth.We discuss why Catholics should care about Israel, the Jewish roots of the Christian faith, the danger of replacement theology, and what it means to recognize God's ongoing covenant with the Jewish people.This conversation is for Catholics, Christians from every tradition, Jews, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of faith, Israel, and the spiritual battle unfolding in our generation.In this episode, we discuss:▸ Why Israel matters to Catholics▸ The spiritual bond between the Church and the Jewish people▸ The Jewish roots of Christian faith▸ Replacement theology vs. God's ongoing covenant with Israel▸ The rise of hostility toward Israel in the Church and the West▸ How Catholics and Christians can respond with truth and courage▸ Practical ways believers can stand with Israel today▸ Is there Christian persecution in the Holy Land todayConnect with Dr. André Villeneuve / Catholic Voices for Israel:www.catholicsforisrael.comSupport The Doron Keidar Podcast on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/cryforzionn

Rav Akiva Zweig's Podcast
Parshiyos Chukas - Balak (Fri.) "To Regenerate a Degenerate Society"

Rav Akiva Zweig's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 63:11


The Henry and Lisa Manoucheri Parsha Shiur Parshiyos Chukas - Balak    To Regenerate a Degenerate Society & The Majesty of Service   Month of Tamuz classes are sponsored in memory of Doris Lombardi by Brittany and Daniel Lombardi. Grandma Doris was strong, warm, giving, loving, hilarious, and full of life. She was an ardent lover and supporter of the Jewish people and Israel and she constantly conveyed those values to her family. The fullness with which she lived and loved us inspires our family regularly and we hope that we continue to carry on her legacy in our actions and in the way we raise our children.   This week's class is also dedicated in loving memory of Dr Frederica Muller; Frieda Bracha bas Aharon HaKohen. Her strength, brilliance, courage, and resolute conviction, established her family on principles of Judaism and passionate love for the Jewish People and HaShem. Through her descendants her legacy continues to profoundly benefit our nation with Torah, community building, and exemplary dignity. May her memory be blessed and her soul constantly elevated.    This week's class is also dedicated for the merit of an Aliyas Neshama for Avraham moshe Ben Yosef HaKohen - a man who loved to give Tzedakah and help any Jewish stranger. He was fascinated by every Jew an he treated them respectfully and kindly regardless of status.

Jonathan Shuttlesworth
21 Things A Serious Christian Should Consider About Israel & The Jewish People PART 2

Jonathan Shuttlesworth

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 72:30 Transcription Available


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The Carlebach Podcast
Why Jewish People Are Angry

The Carlebach Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 2:30


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77 WABC MiniCasts
Hank Sheinkopf: There is No Future for Jewish People in New York if the Democratic Socialists of America Take Over the City's Political System (10 min)

77 WABC MiniCasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 10:50


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Cats at Night with John Catsimatidis
Hank Sheinkopf: There is No Future for Jewish People in New York if the Democratic Socialists of America Take Over the City's Political System | 06-23-26

Cats at Night with John Catsimatidis

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 11:32


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Discovering The Jewish Jesus Video Podcast
The Jewish People Knew Jesus Was Coming | Mysteries in the Gospel of John

Discovering The Jewish Jesus Video Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 28:29


Is the crucifixion hidden in the Old Testament? Join Rabbi Schneider as he uncovers ancient prophecies that point directly to Jesus and reveals how they're fulfilled in the pages of the New Testament.

Jonathan Shuttlesworth
21 Things A Serious Christian Should Consider About Israel & The Jewish People

Jonathan Shuttlesworth

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2026 84:14 Transcription Available


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Rav Akiva Zweig's Podcast
Parshas Korach (Fri.) "Let's NOT make a Deal!"

Rav Akiva Zweig's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2026 53:20


The Henry and Lisa Manoucheri Parsha Shiur   Parshas Korach    Let's NOT make a Deal!   Plus-   Stupidity, Recklessness, & Narcissistic Obtuseness VS. Awareness, Infinity- Consciousness, and Ultimate Intimacy   Month of Tamuz classes are sponsored in memory of Doris Lombardi by Brittany and Daniel Lombardi. Grandma Doris was strong, warm, giving, loving, hilarious, and full of life. She was an ardent lover and supporter of the Jewish people and Israel and she constantly conveyed those values to her family. The fullness with which she lived and loved us inspires our family regularly and we hope that we continue to carry on her legacy in our actions and in the way we raise our children.     This week of classes are also dedicated in loving memory of Dr Frederica Muller; Frieda Bracha bas Aharon HaKohen. Her strength, brilliance, courage, and resolute conviction, established her family on principles of Judaism and passionate love for the Jewish People and HaShem. Through her descendants her legacy continues to profoundly benefit our nation with Torah, community building, and exemplary dignity. May her memory be blessed and her soul constantly elevated.    This week's classes are also dedicated for the benefit of a Refu'ah Sh'leima for Perel Sasha bas Meril Rivka, Ya'akov ben Malka Mattel, Binyamin ben Lillian Lily, Rachamim Sasson Rafael ben Bracha Fruma Gittel, and all Cholei Yisrael.

Christ in Prophecy
The Coming Exaltation of the Jewish People, Isaiah 60

Christ in Prophecy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026


Is God done with the Jews, or has He promised their future exaltation? Find out with Nathan Jones and Vic Batista on the podcast, The Truth Will Set You Free!

Rav Akiva Zweig's Podcast
Parshas Korach (Wed.) "Finding My Place"

Rav Akiva Zweig's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 45:24


The Psychology Behind The Parsha Month of Tamuz classes are sponsored in memory of Doris Lombardi by Brittany and Daniel Lombardi. Grandma Doris was strong, warm, giving, loving, hilarious, and full of life. She was an ardent lover and supporter of the Jewish people and Israel and she constantly conveyed those values to her family. The fullness with which she lived and loved us inspires our family regularly and we hope that we continue to carry on her legacy in our actions and in the way we raise our children. This week of classes are also dedicated in loving memory of Dr Frederica Muller; Frieda Bracha bas Aharon HaKohen. Her strength, brilliance, courage, and resolute conviction, established her family on principles of Judaism and passionate love for the Jewish People and HaShem. Through her descendants her legacy continues to profoundly benefit our nation with Torah, community building, and exemplary dignity. May her memory be blessed and her soul constantly elevated. This week's classes are also dedicated for the benefit of a Refu'ah Sh'leima for Perel Sasha bas Meril Rivka, Ya'akov ben Malka Mattel, Binyamin ben Lillian Lily, Rachamim Sasson Rafael ben Bracha Fruma Gittel, and all Cholei Yisrael.  

Shtark Tank
Both Quit Tech Jobs? Shlomo Ashkanazy & Ami Yunger on Leaving Stable Careers to Serve the Jewish People

Shtark Tank

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 41:37


What happens when you have a good job, mentors you trust, and a clear path forward — and you walk away anyway?Shlomo Ashkanazy (Co-Director, WashU JLIC) and Ami Yunger (COO, Mizrachi Canada) both built careers in the Israeli tech world before pressing pause to go on shlichut in North America. Neither choice was obvious. Neither was painless. And neither of them regrets it — mostly.In this conversation, they unpack the real calculus behind leaving stability for something harder to define. From their shared roots at Yeshivat HaKotel and OurCrowd, to navigating anti-Semitism on a college campus and in Toronto's streets, to Shlomo's gut-wrenching decision on Simchat Torah 2023 about whether to board a plane back to Israel — this episode doesn't stay on the surface.What we talk about:Why both of them credit OurCrowd — and its mission-driven culture — as the bridge between tech and shlichutThe nonlinear career path: real talk about professional anxiety, histadlus, and bitachonAmi on being COO of a Jewish nonprofit and why "COO" isn't just a fancy title for a shaliachShlomo on starting WashU JLIC from scratch — and what happened when 50 students showed up to his empty house on October 9th, 2023The anti-Semitism reality in Canada: bullets through shul windows, hiding event locations until 10 minutes before showtime, and how you maintain Zionist pride when it's being weaponized against youShlomo's still-unresolved guilt about not getting on a plane after October 7thThe 40-year test: how do you make a decision when the downside isn't catastrophic, but the stakes feel enormous?Guests:Shlomo Ashkanazy is Co-Director of JLIC at Washington University in St. Louis, which he and his wife founded as the inaugural couple. Ami Yunger is COO of Mizrachi Canada, where he supports the organization's growth across programming, operations, and community.

OTC Podcasts
(01) Genesis Overview - Beginning and Blessing

OTC Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2026 46:00


Genesis is a book of beginnings and blessings. It describes the beginning of the world and the Jewish People. It is of first importance.

From the Bimah: Jewish Lessons for Life
Shabbat Sermon: Singing God's Words with Rabbi Jeffrey Summit

From the Bimah: Jewish Lessons for Life

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2026 20:02


Singing God's Words: The Meaning and Experience of Chanting TorahDrawing from his book, Singing God's Words: The Performance of Biblical Chant in Contemporary Judaism, the first in-depth study of the meaning and experience of chanting Torah among contemporary American Jews, Rabbi Summit discusses how and why a growing number of American Jews see the chanting of Torah as one of the most authentic expressions of their religious identity.About Rabbi Jeffrey SummitRabbi Jeffrey A. Summit, Ph.D. holds an appointment as Research Professor in the Department of Music and Judaic Studies at Tufts University. He is the author of Singing God's Words: The Performance of Biblical Chant in Contemporary Judaism (Oxford University Press) and The Lord's Song in a Strange Land: Music and Identity in Contemporary Jewish Worship (Oxford University Press). His CD Abayudaya: Music from the Jewish People of Uganda (Smithsonian Folkways Recordings) was nominated for a GRAMMY award. His CD with video Delicious Peace: Coffee, Music and Interfaith Harmony in Uganda (Smithsonian Folkways Recordings) was awarded Best World Music CD by the Independent Music Awards. His research and writing focus on music and identity, music and spiritual experience, music and advocacy, and the impact of technology on the transmission of tradition. Rabbi Summit holds emeritus appointments at Tufts as Emeritus Neubauer Executive Director of Tufts Hillel and Emeritus Jewish Chaplain.

Daily Emunah Podcast - Daily Emunah By Rabbi David Ashear

In this week's parasha , Shelach , the Jewish People were tested in emunah and bitachon and they failed. Kalev tried to give them chizuk , saying, "Hashem wants us to go in, we have nothing to fear." But it didn't help. The pasuk says סלחתי כדבריך ואולם חי אני – Hashem forgave them but they were not going to be allowed into Eretz Yisrael . Most mefarshim explain סלחתי כדבריך to mean Hashem forgave them for the עגל, but not for the meraglim . And that's why they were not allowed into Israel. The reason both sins are mentioned in the same pasuk is because both of them were due to a lack of bitachon . By the עגל, Hashem tested the people by showing them a vision which made it appear that Moshe Rabbenu was not coming back. They knew that the mann was in the merit of Moshe and so they feared without Moshe they would go hungry. Their test was they should have realized Hashem is the One supporting them. It is true that Hashem gives us things in the merit of tzaddikim , but He also gives us new tzaddikim when the ones we had were taken away. The Gemara says that one time the entire world was being sustained in the merit of Rabbi Chanina ben Dosa. But what happened when Rab Chanina ben Dosa passed away? There was still sustenance being given. The reason is because it is Hashem who gives sustenance and He is never bound by any one means to give it. The Jewish People received water in the midbar in the merit of Miriam. But when Miriam passed away, Hashem still continued giving them water in the zechut of Moshe. The Clouds of Glory were given in the merit of Aharon, but when Aharon passed away, Hashem brought the clouds back in the merit of Moshe. Then when Moshe passed away, Hashem continued helping His People through Yehoshua. Hashem is always the One who is taking care of us and He wants us to feel that in our hearts. He wants us to internalize that He is unlimited and has infinite ways of helping. When someone had an avenue of parnasa that is no longer producing the same money it used to, this person is being tested with the same type of test. Is he going to believe that it was the means that was supporting him, or that it was Hashem? No matter how good a person thinks he used to have it, Hashem could always make it even better. A man said his wife works as a nurse's aid at people's homes. Before she gave birth, she worked for a nice old lady and they both enjoyed the relationship and the pay was good too. When she gave birth, a substitute was put there instead and when her paid vacation ended, the substitute didn't want to leave. She too had fallen in love with this nice old lady. Instead of making a fuss about it, the man's wife set out to start over from the beginning. She tried several places but nothing was available. Frustrated, she started getting angry at the substitute who took her job. But then she caught herself and worked on her emunah. She managed to remove the anger from her heart and feel at ease, knowing she was in Hashem's Hands. The very same afternoon that she was finally calm, she got a call from an agency with a new offer. The lady she was given to work for was also very sweet like the other lady. This job gave her more hours and more pay and was much closer to her house. She thought she had it good before and would never get the same opportunity, now she has it much better. We are never dependent on one means in any area of life. Hashem is the One who provides the means and He is unlimited. And we are to know that He was, is and always will be there to help us. Shabbat Shalom.

Daily Emunah Podcast - Daily Emunah By Rabbi David Ashear

In this week's parasha Beha'alotecha , the Jewish People complained that they wanted meat and Moshe Rabbenu said to Hashem, כי תאמר אלי שאהו בחיקך כאשר ישא האומן את היונק – Moshe was asking Hashem how he was expected to carry the nation like a nursing mother carries her suckling infant. The Maharam Shapira asked, the word אומן usually means a Torah teacher of boys aged five or six. Why would Moshe use that word to describe someone carrying a suckling baby? The Rabbi answered, Moshe was saying, his job was to be the spiritual leader of the Jewish People, to teach them Torah and the ways of Hashem, but now they were asking him to fulfill their base desires, that's like a schoolteacher who teaches Torah being asked to take care of infants, which is something that doesn't fit his bill. With this we could understand the baffling statement that Moshe made right after this. הצאן ובקר ישחט להם ומצא להם? – "could there possibly be enough sheep and cattle that would suffice to satiate them?" The mefarshim ask, astonishingly, it seems like Moshe here was doubting the ability of Hashem to provide enough meat for the Jewish People. The explanation is, Moshe was saying, I know the way for them to be satiated is through Torah and mitzvot. The neshama that Hashem put inside man cannot be satisfied any other way, like it says in Kohelet , והנפש לא תמלא. The reason for the complaining was that they were not spiritually satisfied and they were looking for a quick fix. It is true that physical pleasures can temporarily satisfy a person's empty feelings, but very quickly it will wear off and, again, they will feel empty. So Moshe was saying, all the meat in the world will not get this job done. Hashem told Moshe he was right, but he had to provide the meat anyway to prevent a chilul Hashem. Everybody in this world is looking for happiness. The only real way of having sustained feelings of inner joy and tranquility, as well as satisfaction, is by filling up our neshama with what it craves most – Torah and mitzvot. Hashem provided us with an abundance of ways to fill our neshama . And to help motivate us, He even promised rewards for doing them. Hashem created us and knows what will make us happy. The yetzer hara tries to convince us otherwise, but we must not get fooled by it. When a person learns emunah, he feels more tranquil because his neshama is connecting to Hashem more. A young man told me he started learning emunah about a year ago and his words to me were, "it was as if someone had removed a blindfold from upon my eyes. I had always had some level of emunah, but it was only last year that I began to truly see, in every direction that I turned, the Yad Hashem. A whole new world has opened up before me as Hashem is so much more visible to me now" Our neshama is a piece of Hashem and the more we connect with Him, the more our neshama will be satisfied and in a state of tranquility. Spirituality helps reduce anxiety and other emotional roller coasters. The more we connect with Hashem and the Torah, the happier we will be. Shabbat Shalom.

18 Questions, 40 Israeli Thinkers
Dina Etigson: 'The point is not to transcend this world but to bring God here into it'

18 Questions, 40 Israeli Thinkers

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 24:35


For Dina Etigson, encountering Jewish Mysticism has been a transformative experience. Beyond the academic and textual Judaism she already knew and loved, she describes the experience as entering “a different dimension,” where spirituality and intellectualism blends. Dina Etigson is a teacher and a thinker in Israel.Now, she sits down with Rabbi Dr. Benji Levy to answer eighteen questions on Jewish mysticism and discuss the balance of taking and receiving from God, God's greater goals for the Jewish People's existence, and how we can reframe our mindsets to better connect with Him.Here are our questions: What is Jewish mysticism?How were you introduced to Jewish mysticism?In an ideal world, would all Jews be mystics?What do you think of when you think of God?What is the purpose of the Jewish people?How does prayer work?What is the goal of Torah study?Does Jewish mysticism view men and women the same?Should Judaism be hard or easy?Why did God create the world? Can humans do something that is against God's will?What do you think of when you think about Moshiach?Is the State of Israel part of the final redemption?What is the greatest challenge facing the world today?How has modernity changed Jewish mysticism?What differentiates Jewish mysticism from the mysticism of other religions? Does one need to be religious to study Jewish mysticism?Can mysticism be dangerous?How has Jewish mysticism affected your relationships with yourself and with others?What is a Jewish teaching that you always take with you?

Daily Halacha Podcast - Daily Halacha By Rabbi Eli J. Mansour
The Correct Text of the Phrase “Ashrenu Ke'she'anu Mashkimim”

Daily Halacha Podcast - Daily Halacha By Rabbi Eli J. Mansour

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026


In the prayer we recite before the Korbanot section each morning, we express our joy over the fact that we arise early each morning to go to the synagogue and study hall, and we remain there in the evenings: "Fortunate are we! How good is our portion, how pleasant is our lot, and how exceedingly beautiful is our heritage. Fortunate are we when we rise early and stay late in synagogues and houses of study." In some editions of the Siddur, the phrase "Ke'she'anahnu Mashkimim" is written without the prefix "Ke" at the beginning. According to this version, we are exclaiming that we are fortunate "She'anahnu Mashkimim" – "that we arise early," not "when we arise early." The Ben Ish Hai (Rav Yosef Haim of Baghdad, 1833-1909) writes that a person should not say, "She'anahnu Mashkimim," because this would be dishonest, as most people do not arise at dawn to go to the synagogue or study hall. We should instead recite "Ke'she'anahnu," expressing that we are fortunate when we succeed in arising early to serve Hashem. Hacham Ovadia Yosef, however, disagreed, noting that the word is written "She'anahnu Mashkimim" in numerous texts of the earlier generations. It is found in Tana De'beh Eliyahu, the Siddur of Rav Amram Gaon, the Tur, the Seder Ha'yom, and several other sources. Hacham Ovadia explains that even one who does not rise early can recite this text – "She'anahnu" – because this word is written in the plural form, and thus refers not specifically to the individual reciting the prayer, but to the Jewish People generally, and many Jews indeed make a point of rising very early. This is comparable to the Vidui Ma'aser declaration that would be made every third and six years of the seven-year Shemitta cycle avowing compliance with the various tithing requirements (Terumot and Ma'aserot). Rashi (to Kiddushin 26a) writes that even a person who does not own land in Eretz Yisrael can make this proclamation, even though it refers to Eretz Yisrael as the land "Asher Natata Lanu" – "that You have given us" (Debarim 26:15), because this means that the land was given to the entire Jewish Nation. Even though the person himself has no portion in the Land of Israel, he can nevertheless speak of it as the land which Hashem has given "us," because the land was given to the entire nation. By contrast, a person without land in Eretz Yisrael cannot make the Mikra Bikkurim proclamation which is declared upon bringing one's first fruits, because this declaration speaks of the land "Asher Natati Li Hashem" – "that You, O G-d, have given me" (Debarim 26:10), in the first-person form. The phrase "She'anahnu Mashkimim" is written in the plural form, and thus refers to all Am Yisrael, and not specifically to the person reciting the prayer. Hence, it is legitimate even for somebody who does not rise early to recite this text. Nevertheless, most of the Siddurim that have become accepted in our community use the text "Ke'she'anahnu Mashkimim."

Jewish History Soundbites
[RERELEASE] A Historic Campaign: The Chofetz Chaim Sefer Torah (replay)

Jewish History Soundbites

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2026 33:19


The Lithuanian Yeshiva world in interwar Poland was facing financial crisis. The Vaad Hayeshivas was the umbrella organization which sought to alleviate the financial burden from the Yeshivas. With the passing of the Chofetz Chaim, the beloved leader, as well as founder and head of the Vaad Hayeshivas in September 1933, the Jewish People was plunged into mourning. The Vaad Hayeshivas embarked on a campaign to write a Sefer Torah in memory of the Chofetz Chaim. Each letter would be sold, and the proceeds would go toward funding the Yeshivas which were in ever desperate straits. This would be a world wide campaign, in which it was hoped that all would desire to partake in this special endeavor. The Sefer Torah was duly written, with individuals from Jewish communities around the world having bought letters and receiving a special certificate as acknowledgement of their participation. Amid great festivities, the Torah was dedicated in honor of the 2nd yahrtzeit of the Chofetz Chaim in Elul 1935, where it was brought from Vilna to Radin. Subscribe To Our Podcast on:  PodBean: https://jsoundbites.podbean.com/ Follow us on Twitter or Instagram at @Jsoundbites You can email Yehuda at yehuda@yehudageberer.com

Jesse Lee Peterson Radio Show
Too Late for USA: South Africa Is Here | JLP Wed 5/13/26

Jesse Lee Peterson Radio Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 180:00


Jewish History with Rabbi Dr. Dovid Katz
פָּרָשַׁת בַּמִּדְבָּר תשפ"ו - The Beginnings of Bureaucracy in Jewish History

Jewish History with Rabbi Dr. Dovid Katz

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 27:52


Who were the member of Moshe's secretariat? Who kept the records of the Jewish People's vital statistics?

Jewish History Soundbites
[RERELEASE] The Life of the Chofetz Chaim: Personalities & Publications (replay)

Jewish History Soundbites

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2026 41:25


The Chafetz Chaim influenced the Jewish People in many ways, among them through his Yeshiva in Radin and through the many popular books which he authored. Through his Yeshiva he influenced generations of students, while hiring a staff of Roshei Yeshiva par excellence. Rav Moshe Londinski, Rav Naftali Trop, Rav Yerucham Levovitz, the Chafetz Chaim's own sons in law Rav Hirsh Levinson and Rav Mendel Zaks, to mention a few. Though the Yeshiva experience a bit of downturn with passing of the old generation, the name lived on in other Yeshivas founded to carry his memory. The Mishna Berura was the Chafetz Chaim's famous work, which had an impact on halacha across the Jewish world and increased in influence over time. The impetus of his writing was to fill a need and reflected on the great responsibility he felt towards his people. Such was his work Machaneh Yisrael geared towards Jewish soldiers in the Czar's army. Nidchei Yisroel was a companion for the Jewish immigrant, while other pamphlets were geared towards Jewish women. Subscribe To Our Podcast on: PodBean: https://jsoundbites.podbean.com/ Follow us on Twitter or Instagram at @Jsoundbites You can email Yehuda at yehuda@yehudageberer.com

18Forty Podcast
Alana Newhouse: Why is the Whole World Fighting About Zionism? [Israel & Diaspora II 3/4]

18Forty Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 69:14


In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we talk to Alana Newhouse, the founder and editor-in-chief of Tablet Magazine, about why seemingly everyone is arguing about Zionism. In this episode we discuss:—What causes spikes in antisemitism?—What is the role of rapid technological change in flattening the differences between people?—What makes Israel a model for a nation that other countries should consider following?Tune in to hear a conversation about how we can bring redemption through the Jewish People to the entire world.Interview begins at 10:00.Alana Newhouse is the founder and editor-in-chief of Tablet Magazine, which she launched in 2009 after serving as a reporter and editor at The Forward and beginning her career with publicist David Garth. An editor who writes occasional essays for The New York Times and elsewhere, she is known for “Everything Is Broken” and “Brokenism.” Raised between the Five Towns and Sheepshead Bay, she is married to journalist David Samuels and serves as president of the Foundation for Angelman Syndrome Therapeutics, whose work has been recognized by The Wall Street Journal.References:Take One“Everything Is Broken” by Alana Newhouse“Zionism for Everyone” by Alana NewhouseGenesis 12:3PluribusIdiocracy (2006)Independence Day (1996)The Brain That Changes Itself: Stories of Personal Triumph from the Frontiers of Brain Science by Norman Doidge M.D.For 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.

The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Day 118: The Church and Non-Christians (2026)

The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2026 22:46


Fr. Mike examines the relationship between the Church and non-Christian religions. He discusses that while there is some degree of goodness and truth in every religion, the fullness of truth exists in the Catholic Church. Fr. Mike concludes with a reflection on the statement from the early Church Fathers that “outside the Church there is no salvation.” Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 839-848. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.