Podcasts about menorahs

The question recently arose regarding a certain synagogue that remodeled the interior of the building, and ordered special decorative Menorahs that adorned the wall both in the main sanctuary and in the study hall. These Menorahs are made from metal, use electric lights, and have seven branches, resembling the Menorah in the Bet Ha'mikdash. Some Rabbis questioned the propriety of having these Menorahs, as it is forbidden to make replicas of the furnishings of the Bet Ha'mikdash. Although this Menorah does not precisely resemble the Menorah in the Mikdash, as the branches do not have a receptacle for oil and wicks, and it runs on electricity, nevertheless, some argued that its resemblance to the Menorah in the Bet Ha'mikdash suffices to render it forbidden. This question was addressed already by Hacham Ovadia Yosef, in a responsum that appears in the posthumously published seventh volume of Yehaveh Da'at (142; listen to audio recording for citations of select passages from this responsum), and he cites numerous Poskim who explicitly allowed such Menorahs. One such Posek is Rav Reuven David Ha'kohen Borstein (the "Radach"), who writes that it is entirely permissible even "Le'chatehila" (from the outset) to make such a Menorah, because the branches are closed at the top without a receptacle for oil and wicks. As such, such Menorahs do not at all resemble the Menorah in the Bet Ha'mikdash, and it is therefore permissible to produce them and have them in the synagogue. Hacham Ovadia cites also Rav Moshe Stern of Debrecen (Hungary, 1914-1997), who adds that electric lights are not at all similar to oil lamps, and so it is certainly permissible to make an electric Menorah with seven branches. This was also the view of Rav Yitzhak Eizik Herzog (first Ashkenazic Chief Rabbi of the State of Israel, 1888-1959), and of Rav Bension Meir Hai Uziel (first Sephardic Chief Rabbi of the State of Israel, 1880-1953). Hacham Ovadia relates in this responsum that he was first asked this question in 5722 (1972) by a rabbi in Tel-Aviv, and he ruled that this was permissible. He refers in this context to his earlier responsum on the subject, which appears in the first volume of Yabia Omer (Y.D. 12). He acknowledges, however, that there were some Poskim over the ages who felt it appropriate to be stringent in this regard. One especially interesting anecdote is a story told by the son-in-law of Rabbi Akiva Eiger (1761-1837) about the time when a Menorah was made for Rabbi Akiva Eiger's synagogue with seven branches. Even though the Menorah was round, and thus did not at all resemble the Menorah in the Bet Ha'mikdash, Rabbi Akiva Eiger insisted that an eighth branch must be added. The Menorah was returned to the smith, who had a very difficult time finding a way to add an eighth branch, and ended up ruining the entire Menorah. Rabbi Akiva Eiger's son-in-law did not understand why Rabbi Akiva Eiger was so insistent that an eight branch be added, but he nevertheless expresses respect for his father-in-law's strict fealty to Halacha. It is told that the decorative Menorot in Congregation Shaare Zion have eight branches following the instructions of Rav Yaakov Kassin (1900-1994), who felt that a seven-branched Menorah should not be used. Likewise, we have eight branches at our new The Edmond J Safra Synagogue. Nevertheless, in light of Hacham Ovadia's clear ruling, there is certainly room to be lenient and allow a seven-branched Menorah if it was already made. Summary: Some Rabbis ruled that it is forbidden to make or have a decorative electric Menorah with seven branches, because it resembles the Menorah that stood in the Bet Ha'mikdash. The majority opinion, however, permits such Menorahs, and this was the position of Hacham Ovadia Yosef.

Susan Korn is the founder of the charming, quirky, and downright joyful accessories brand Susan Alexandra. Korn started her brand by making jewelry and creating handmade painted pieces. But one fateful day, she discovered a bead shop in Chinatown and had a vision of a beaded bag she wanted to create. Her beaded bags have since cemented her as the queen of whimsical fashion. Now, she's expanded into DIY charm jewelry, custom sculpted pet pieces, home goods, a full Judaica line, and has collaborated with brands like Pebbles, Bose, and Crocs. This week, she joins Kat to talk about how she approaches designing a new product, her dreams for the brand in 2025, and her epic dog fashion show with Rachel Antonoff at New York Fashion Week this past fall.Listen to Susan Korn's Second Life episode here!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Susan Korn is the founder of the charming, quirky, and downright joyful accessories brand Susan Alexandra. Korn started her brand by making jewelry and creating handmade painted pieces. But one fateful day, she discovered a bead shop in Chinatown and had a vision of a beaded bag she wanted to create. Her beaded bags have since cemented her as the queen of whimsical fashion. Now, she's expanded into DIY charm jewelry, custom sculpted pet pieces, home goods, a full Judaica line, and has collaborated with brands like Pebbles, Bose, and Crocs. This week, she joins Kat to talk about how she approaches designing a new product, her dreams for the brand in 2025, and her epic dog fashion show with Rachel Antonoff at New York Fashion Week this past fall.Listen to Susan Korn's Second Life episode here!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this special December holiday hour, stories about celebration, differing traditions, and family. A mother and son do their best to keep the gifting spirit alive, a daughter tries to fulfill her mother's wish for a Trinidadian feast, and a man waits and waits for the perfect moment to kiss a date. Those and more stories in this episode. Hosted by The Moth's Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.Storytellers:Peter Aguero and his mother exchange holiday gifts made of paper.Tracey Segarra sends a Hanukkah card that her mother-in-law takes issue with.Steve Glickman attempts to escape a snowy Chicagoan Christmas for Puerto Vallarta.Dawn Fraser is tasked to find the perfect ingredients for a Trinidadian Christmas.Evan Lunt takes his grandmother's menorah to college as a keepsake of her.Bernie Somers counts down to a first kiss on New Year's Eve with a romantic interest.

Does Halacha require using a Menorah, or some other utensil, for the Hanukah candle lighting? If, for example, one has wax candles which he wishes to use for the Hanukah lighting, is it sufficient to simply place them on the windowsill, sticking them to aluminum foil, or must he use a Menorah? Hacham Bension Abba Shaul (Israel, 1923-1998) addresses this question in his work Or Le'sion (vol. 4). He concludes that using a Menorah for the Hanukah candle lighting constitutes a Hiddur – an enhancement of the Misva – but is not necessary for fulfilling one's obligation. This is also the implication of the Mishna Berura (671:18), who discusses a situation where one attaches candles to a wall for the Hanukah lighting. He writes that one fulfills his obligation in this fashion, though it is preferable to use a Menorah. Therefore, it is preferable to use a Menorah for the Hanukah candle lighting, but if one does not have access to a Menorah, he may fulfill his obligation by attaching candles to a surface and lighting them. If possible, one should at least place the candle in a fireproof cup or some sort of receptacle, in order to achieve the higher standard of using a utensil. Many people use beautiful silver Menorahs in order to enhance the Misva and fulfill it at the highest standard. Usually, however, the candles are lit in small glass cups atop of the Menorah. Hacham Bension (4:7; listen to audio recording for precise citation) addresses the question of whether one achieves Hiddur when lighting in this fashion. After all, although the Menorah is made out of silver, the lighting is done in a glass utensil, not in a silver utensil. Perhaps, then, one should ensure to place the candles directly in the silver, so he can achieve Hiddur Misva by using a silver receptacle. Hacham Bension dismisses this argument, and rules that one may certainly light in the glass cups and achieve Hiddur Misva in this fashion. Since the glass cups are part of a larger structure, one is considered as lighting with a silver utensil. Moreover, one who looks at the Menorah sees a silver utensil, even though the candles burn in glass receptacles. And, besides, G-d quite obviously knows how much one spent on the Menorah, and certainly considers him as having enhanced the Misva by purchasing a beautiful silver Menorah. Hacham Bension goes so far as to say that it may even be preferable to use the glass cups, because this allows people to see the oil, further enhancing the Misva. Summary: It is preferable to use a Menorah for the Hanukah candle lighting, as opposed to simply placing candles on the windowsill or other surface. Nevertheless, if one does not have access to a Menorah, he may light the candles without it, though he should try, if possible, to at least place the candles in a fireproof cup or some other utensil. One who uses a silver Menorah achieves the highest standard of Hiddur Misva (enhancing the Misva), even though the candles are lit in glass cups.

Hanukkah celebrates a miraculous event, when the eternal light of the temple burned for 8 days without being extinguished. In this special holiday episode, scholar Gregg Gardner tells Helen and Dave all about ancient oil lamps, including the magnificent and mysterious 7-branched menorah of the Second Temple. If you'd like to make your own potato latkes for Hanukkah, try this recipe. Don't forget the apple sauce and sour cream (and crack a window). GIVE (& RECEIVE) THE GIFT OF BIBLICAL TIME MACHINEDave's mom has a Hanukkah gift for all of our listeners! The first 5 people to email us will receive a free, 2-month subscription to the Time Travelers Club. And if you're looking for the perfect gift for a Bible history nerd, you can buy them a membership with a Biblical Time Machine Gift Card. SUPPORT BIBLICAL TIME MACHINEIf you like the podcast, please consider supporting the show through the Time Travelers Club, our Patreon. We love making the show, but since we don't run ads we rely on listener contributions to cover our costs. Please help us continue to showcase high-quality biblical scholarship with a $5/month subscription.DOWNLOAD OUR STUDY GUIDE: MARK AS ANCIENT BIOGRAPHYCheck out our 4-part audio study guide called "The Gospel of Mark as an Ancient Biography." While you're there, get yourself a handsome Biblical Time Machine mug or a cool sticker for your water bottle.Support the showTheme music written and performed by Dave Roos

The Hesed L'Avraham, (Mysical work by R. Avraham Azulai, grandfather of the Rav Chida, Ch. 55), discusses various materials that a menorah should be made of. He lists them in the preferred order of hashivut. 1. Gold 2. Silver 3. Golden Bronze 4. Copper 5. Iron 6. Tin 7. Lead 8. Glass 9. Wood 10. Bone 11. Glazed Porcelain 12. New Unglazed Porcelain 13. Pomegranate Shell 14. Coconut Shell 15. Acorn Shell Rav Shlomo Zalman Orbach (Renowned Posek, 20th Century Jerusalem) was asked: If a person has a silver menorah but uses glass cup inserts for the oil-is that considered silver or glass? Does a person lose the high-level hidur of silver because of the convenience of glass? Rav Orbach answered that since that is the normal way to use a silver menorah, the glass is batel to the silver, and therefore it is considered silver. Another issue that arises today is the pre-filled solid oil cups. Does the coagulating agent added to the oil render the oil unfit for lighting? Rav Elyashiv (Renowned Posek, 20th Century Jerusalem) ruled that it is permitted since the coagulant is less than one sixtieth of the total oil; it is batel b'shishim. Rabbi Bitan in the Yalkut Yosef (p.118) brings an interesting proof that coagulated oil is permitted. He quotes the Teshuva Me'Ahava who claims that the oil that they found in the times of the Hashmonaim was solidified oil. Halachically, it had to have a status of "food" and not "liquid". If it was used in the Beit HaMikdash, then clearly we can use it. SUMMARY: Using class inserts in a silver menorah is considered a preferred level of beautifying the misva. It is permitted L'Hathila to use coagulated oil for lighting.

The Novel: Holidays are for Suckers (Tinsels and Tentacles 2.0)The Author:Kiernan KellyThe Guest:Becky, host of Too Stupid to LiveThe Synopsis: Ebenezer Spooge is an adult film star who specializes in holiday films. Until today, that is. Today, he's determined that his life will take a new -- and abstinent -- turn. After a terrible fight with his director, he swears to give it all up, live a clean, boring life, and never need to worry about fluffers, lubricant, or multiple takes again.Gorg is an alien from a galaxy far away who crash lands on our little blue planet right in Ebenezer's backyard. Although Ebenezer refuses to believe Gorg is real, and that everything he sees is an illusion or delusion, Gorg refuses to give up. Gorg is entranced by the holidays and by the lithe little human who hates them and everything associated with them and is determined to bring joy back into Ebenezer's life.Show Notes: - The 7th annual 12 Days of Boobsmas- Falling down the omegaverse rabbit hole...- Celebrating the holidays (00:09:30)- We can't all be great gift givers- Introducing today's book pick, Holidays are for Suckers (00:13:42)- A brief synopsis (00:16:40)- Unhinged and hilarious... exactly what alien romance should be- If you've got tentacles, use them. (00:23:25)- Sex positivity at its finest- Some other books in the Tinsels and Tentacles 2.0 series- Supplemental Reading suggestions (00:42:53)- The 2nd Day of Boobsmas jingle courtesy of Cooper BaldwinSupplemental Reading/Watching/Listening Suggestions:- Kelly's picks: Claimed by the Alien Bodyguard by Tiffany Roberts, Sinta by Honey Phillips- Becky's picks: Meteors and Menorahs by Nessa Claugh, Whisked Away by the Alien by Julie K. Cohen- Feast of Love coming soon to Too Stupid to Live- Previous Boobsmas episodes featuring Becky: Sentient Sour Cream and Applesauce... (Hannukah romance), Snowbound in her Boss' Bed (Hannukah romance), Claimed by the Alien Bodyguard (Alien Christmas romance)Other News: December 1st marks the start of The 12 Days of Boobsmas. Tune in for new podcast episodes, new giveaways, and more holiday romance recommendations, all month long!Purchase my Holidays in L.A. series: Meet Me in Los Feliz and Venice Actually, and Santa Monica BabyLinks: Follow Boobies & Noobies on Twitter, Instagram, & Facebook @boobiespodcast, on TikTok @realkellyrey, and check out our blog, merch, and more on our brand new Boobies & Noobies website. 

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Jill and Tom opened this holiday episode of the podcast by discussing how the residents of Skokie, Illinois, mount huge light-up menorahs on the roofs of their cars in celebration of Hanukkah. Tom vowed to do the same next season. The hosts went on to discuss a massive Honda/Acura recall, and the echoes of the giant Takata airbag recall which still haunts the industry. Jill shared her thoughts about the massive—and massively expensive—Ford F-350 King Ranch pickup truck she recently evaluated. The review included a conversation regarding the benefits of opting for the single-rear wheel (SRW) option. In the second segment, Sam Fiorani of AutoForecast Solutions joins Jill and Tom to review the most noteworthy stories of the year. Sam recalled the UAW strike, slowing EV demand growth, growing vehicle inventories, and strong car sales. We also learned that Sam once owned a Merkur XR4Ti. In the last segment Jill is subjected to Tom's “Station Wagon or Omaha Suburb” quiz, which was followed by a brief discussion of Jill's favorite test-vehicles of 2023. 

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The Novel: Wishing on WinterThe Author: Brenna BaileyThe Guest: Laura, host of What to Read Next and Turkish TV ObsessedThe Synopsis:The aspiring novelist. The retired drummer. The fake relationship that will warm up their winter.Evvie Adler thought she'd never find love again. Then the recent pair-ups of her two best friends make the queer septuagenarian realize she doesn't want to be alone for Christmas. Besides, she needs fodder for her romance novel, and what better research than the real thing? But one disastrous date later, and Evvie's ready to give up on love once and for all.After years on the road, drummer Matthias Vogel is settling down in Juniper Creek to focus on family—and to finish the band memoir he has no idea how to start. When he literally bumps into an aspiring novelist, his sister suggests they collaborate. But how could he trust a stranger with his secrets, let alone immortalize them in ink?When Evvie proposes they fake date to give her material while she helps Matthias finish his memoir, it seems like the perfect solution—until feelings get real and insecurities, presumptions, and a meddling bandmate interfere. With a lifetime of baggage to unpack, will Evvie and Matthias take a chance on love and make this the best holiday season ever?Show Notes:- The 8th Day of Boobsmas- Listen to Kelly on What to Read Next with Spicy Holiday Romance recommendations- Laura's latest venture? The Turkish TV Obsessed Podcast- Introducing today's Boobsmas pick... with characters in their 70s (00:15:15)- A brief synopsis for Wishing on Winter (00:18:17)- "Golden Bachelor" but make it a book - Miracles and Menorahs by Stacey Agdern - listen to our 12 Days of Boobsmas episode- Calling our Biphobia a LOT this Boobsmas - Labels can be empowering... but also limiting- Writing about identity and sexuality without "preaching" - listen to our Steamy Spotlight episode with T.J. Alexander- Stop. Settling. (00:32:23)- AITA: See my IG post for details- Take a sip every time Kelly says, "Patriarchy" - Older women and the "Last F*ckable Day"- Tit or Tat: a Holiday Game (00:49:01)- How did we make it to Twilight talk?!- The 8th Day of Boobsmas jingle courtesy of Cooper BaldwinOther News: December 1st marks the start of The 12 Days of Boobsmas. Tune in for new podcast episodes, new giveaways, and more holiday romance recommendations, all month long!Purchase MY holiday novellas, Meet Me in Los Feliz and Venice Actually now!! Follow Boobies & Noobies on Twitter, Instagram, & Facebook @boobiespodcast, on TikTok @realkellyrey, and check out our blog, merch, and more on our brand new Boobies & Noobies website.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4851260/advertisement

Join Jennie and Dianne as they unravel a tale of light from darkness in Landsberg am Lech, Germany. From the city's historical significance to the Jüdischer Friedhof,  a small Jewish cemetery containing about 600 victims of the Nazi terror that were killed in one of the nearby concentration camps, discover the poignant journey of Holocaust survivors and how the celebration of Hanukkah took place in secret throughout concentration camps during the darkest days of WWII. After the war Landsberg am Lech became an all Jewish Displaced Person's camp where the creation of a Menorah became a symbol of resilience. Don't miss these Ordinary Extraordinary stories of hope, revival, and the indomitable spirit that rose from the ashes of tragedy. Resources used to research this episode include: "Landsberg am Lech ." https://en.m.wikipedia.org. 27 Nov. 2023. en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Landsberg_am_Lech. Accessed 10 Dec. 2023. "Landsberg am Lech ." https://www.romanticroadgermany.com. www.romanticroadgermany.com/landsberg/. Accessed 10 Dec. 2023.Hahne, Katharina. "Erpfting (Stadt Landsberg/Lech, Kreisstadt)  Jüdischer Friedhof (KZ-Friedhof) ." https://www.alemannia-judaica.de. 21 Jan. 2016. www.alemannia-judaica.de/erpfting_friedhof.htm. Accessed 10 Dec. 2023., the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. "APRIL 29, 1945 Liberation of Dachau ." https://encyclopedia.ushmm.org. encyclopedia.ushmm.org/content/en/timeline-event/holocaust/1942-1945/liberation-of-dachau. Accessed 10 Dec. 2023.Popowycz, PhD, Jennifer . "“The Last Million:” Eastern European Displaced Persons in Postwar Germany ." https://www.nationalww2museum.org. 4 Apr. 2022. www.nationalww2museum.org/war/articles/last-million-eastern-european-displaced-persons-postwar-germany. Accessed 10 Dec. 2023., Yad Vashem. "February 1948, Jews in the Landsberg Displaced Persons' Camp, Germany ." https://www.yadvashem.org. www.yadvashem.org/holocaust/this-month/february/1948.html. Accessed 10 Dec. 2023. "Organization of survivors of the Nazi persecution (She'erit Hapleita) ." https://portal.ehri-project.eu. portal.ehri-project.eu/units/us-005578-irn616351. Accessed 10 Dec. 2023.Tikkanen, Amy. "menorah ." https://www.britannica.com. 4 Dec. 2023. www.britannica.com/topic/menorah. Accessed 10 Dec. 2023.Frost, Natasha. "Amid the Holocaust's Horrors, Many Jews Found Ways to Mark Hanukkah ." https://www.history.com. 20 Dec. 2019. www.history.com/news/holocaust-hanukkah-concentration-camps-jews. Accessed 10 Dec. 2023.

A letter from the Rebbe knocks down some of the halachic opposition to electric Menorahs, leaving us with the question: can we use them? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yechiel-krisch1/support

It is our Hannukah or Channukah episode! Sarah shares the history of Hannukah and how her holiday gets left out of Holiday Celebrations because it is an End Cap Holiday. Scott explains how FSU was cheated out of the CFP. Chris brings us a top 10 list and so much more. Email the secret word to nnfcontests@gmail.com. This word will expire on 12/17/23. #hannukah #manorah #CFP #FSU #NCAA #ESPN #SEC #ACC #cheated #snubbed #rigged #ifyoucantbeatuscheatusTo connect with us, check out our sweet merch or join our Clubhouse and become a friend with benefits, visit our website www.nonewfriendspodcast.com. Please support our sponsors. Sandpiper Vacations (tell them that the No New Friends Podcast Sent you) www.sandpipervacations.com, i Believe Services www.ibelieveservice.us, Night Watchman Ghost Tours. www.seeamericatours.net. Use Promo Code NNF for 25% discount.. www.manscaped.com use the promo code NNF for 20% off. Check out our website for more No New Friends Podcast exclusive deals. https://newsly.me/ and the promo code N0NEWFR1ENDS.

On today's episode of Chattie Sisters, Tamara dives into a discussion about the Christmas/Hanukkah film "Mistletoe & Menorahs. Tune in to discover the talented cast and delve into the plot. But hold on, we've got a spoiler-packed segment coming up! Our spoiler-filled conversation begins at the 5-minute and 46-second mark. Share your recommendations or thoughts on the movie with us. Don't forget to show some love by liking, following, and rating us! Connect with us on Twitter, Instagram, and Threads @ChattieSisters.

Esther shares insights from her screening of Maestro, pulling on the Jewish identity threads in the film (and yes, addressing the nose). The bagels also discuss Sarah Silverman's role in the film and her evolving, honest opinions about Jewish representation. Erin recommends Adam Sandler's Leo and looks forward to a new Jake Johnson comedy as well as a new Hanukkah movie featuring a time loop. Plus, revisiting our expectations about Jewish celebrities using their platforms to speak out about current events and Jewish issues, and running through the IMDB profile of Norman Lear, z"l. May the light of this season shine brightly, especially for those who are living in darkness. Wishing all our listeners a hopeful and illumination-centered Hanukkah.   Check out these Links: Sarah Silverman in the LA Times Spielberg's statement Leo trailer Y-Stud's A Taylor Swift Hanukkah Maccabeats Hanukkah Song   

Ever wondered about the rich history and cultural significance of Hanukkah? Interested in the heartwarming community work by Chabad in Fremont? We'll explore the courageous story of the Maccabees, share our family traditions, and shine a light on the importance of Hanukkah - a celebration of light over darkness and the power of standing for what's right.We then turn our attention to the incredible community-oriented work done by Chabad Fremont. We express our admiration for their inclusive Hanukkah event that welcomes everyone. Listen closely as we dissect the planning, coordination and execution of successful community events - it's more intricate than you might think!Finally, we share personal Hanukkah experiences and traditions. We reminisce about a grand menorah lighting in Manhattan, we too traverse our memory lanes to dig up our own Hanukkah celebrations. Together, we'll underscore the joy and sense of togetherness that comes with celebrating Hanukkah as a community. So, pull up a chair, grab a latke or a jelly donut, and join us on this enlightening venture through history, community work, and shared traditions.Jemby Electric Hallers PharmacyMilk and Honey CafeBilly Roy's Burgers Petrocelli HomesOhlone College Flea Market (Apply Here) If you are interested in supporting the podcast, please reach out to us at thefremontpodcast@gmail.com, or you can contact us here. Check out our new podcast focused on Niles CA called the Cast of Niles. You can find episodes on almost any podcast platform. You can also find it here. Also, Petrocelli Homes has been a key sponsor for the Fremont Podcast almost from the beginning. If you are looking for help or advice about buying or selling a home, or if you are looking for a realtor, get in touch with Petrocelli Homes on Niles Blvd in Niles. Intro and Outro voiceovers made by Gary Williams. Check out garywilliams.org.This episode was edited by Andrew C. Scheduling and background was done by Sara S. Rachel Pray is our print editor for our newsletter. Mark Emmons provides additional reporting and content. Music was found and licensed through Soundstripe.com. Music Content ID GSWH7LBEVM5XRNUD This is a Muggins Media Podcast.

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An estimated 20,000 people, mostly members of Canada's Jewish community, gathered in Ottawa on Dec. 4 to rally in support of Israel, call for the release of the remaining hostages held by Hamas, and fight back against antisemitism. The event was, by far, the largest single demonstration of unity held by Canada's Jewish community since the terrorist attack that happened on Oct. 7 in Israel, in which 1,200 people were killed and 240 more kidnapped. Coming just three days before the start of Hanukkah, the rally featured many speakers who pointed to the Jewish festival of light as a concrete example of what steps Canadians should take—including political leaders—to fight against evil and fight for religious freedom. On today's The CJN Daily, you'll hear what it sounded like at the rally, as host Ellin Bessner speaks with several Canadians who made the trip: Myrna Yazer of Halifax; Montrealers Julie Kristof, Judy Litvack and Lucy Shapiro; and Toronto high school students Galit Bell and Jaclyn Charlat. What we talked about Watch the Rally for Israel on YouTube Read Jonathan Rothman's on-the-ground coverage of the rally in The CJN Learn more about Moncton city council reversing its menorah ban in The CJN Credits The CJN Daily is written and hosted by Ellin Bessner (@ebessner on Twitter). Zachary Kauffman is the producer. Michael Fraiman is the executive producer. Our theme music is by Dov Beck-Levine. Our title sponsor is Metropia. We're a member of The CJN Podcast Network. To subscribe to this podcast, please watch this video. Donate to The CJN and receive a charitable tax receipt by clicking here.

Generally, Sephardic Halachic practice follows the Rambam, and the Ashkenazim follow other Rishonim. However, there seems to be an exception to this rule with regard to lighting the Hanukah Menorah. It is commonly understood that it is the Ashkenazim who follow the ruling of the Rambam! The Rambam rules that the number of candles lit equals the number of people in the house multiplied by the night of Hanukah. For example, if there were ten people in the house, then on the eighth night they would light eighty candles. This appears to correspond to the Ashkenazic practice that every member of the household lights their own Menorah. Sepharadim, of course, light only one Menorah per household, following the position of the Tosafot to have only one Menorah, to clearly indicate the current day of the holiday, corresponding to the progression of the miracle. However, it is worthy to point out that the Ashkenazim are not actually following the Rambam in the purest form. There are certain differences between them. First, the Rambam clearly states that the head of the house lights all of the candles according to the number of people, as opposed to the Ashkenazic custom in which each member of the family lights. Second, The Rambam clearly rules that the women are included in the number of candles, whereas according to the Ashkenazim, the wife does not light, and she is included in her husband's lighting- "Ishto K'Gufo" (The wife is one unit with her husband). In addition, many Ashkenazim have the custom that the girls do not light at all. Third, it is inferred from the Rambam that the number of candles is based on the amount of people living in the house, irrespective of whether they are currently at home. According to the Ashkenazic custom, if people are away, they don't light extra Menorahs on their behalf.

Rabbi Refoel & Chani Silver: Sparkling Beaches, Tiki Torch Menorahs & Jewish Outreach in CuraçaoTo inquire about dedicating an episode - please email podcast@lubavitch.comIn June of 2017, Rabbi Refoel and Chani Silver boarded a plane for Curaçao on a fact-finding mission. "We had a meeting one evening at the Shul, and we called upon local members to come. And they had set up a lot, a lot, a lot of chairs, apparently expecting 40 to 50 people. A lot less people showed up. And there was a fellow that got up there,  and he says, "Well, look around the room. There are so many empty chairs. Why would you come here?" I said, "You know, that's a great question. But my answer is if I would come here tonight and this room was full, then you don't need me here!” ” - Rabbi Refoel Silver"Beautiful beaches. There's an old town here with colored houses. There's the old synagogue, Shaarei Tzedek, which is a beautiful synagogue. Historical island, with a lot of culture. It's very international." - Rebbetzin Chani Silver "as I was walking down the stairs he looked up to me, he said, “Michael Metsch?" I said to him, "Rabbi Silver?" And he said to me, "Yes." And we went for a coffee. My wife also came. And the three of us sat for about an hour and a half, talking about all the issues in Curaçao." - Michael MetschProduced by: Gary Waleik & Shneur Brook for Lubavitch International/Lubavitch.com - A Project of Machne IsraelAvailable on all major podcast platforms - and online at Lubavitch.com/podcastDid you enjoy listening to this episode? Leave us a five-star review on the podcast platform and/or email us at Podcast@Lubavitch.com - we truly value your feedback!

A weekly shiur by Dayan Levi Yitzchok Raskin, Rov of Anash in London, explores interesting Torah questions and halachic dilemmas. The following issues are discussed by Dayan Raskin in this week's episode: 1) Raising the Kiddush-cup one tefach or three tefochim: [1] 2) You have written that Butane-lamps are unsuitable for Menorahs. What about Tiki torches?[2] 3) May one light Menorah away from his home? E.g. we've brought the kids to the grandparents for Menorah-lighting. We would like to stay for supper. But I'm not allowed to eat before I light the Menorah.[3] 4) May a Jewish man who is married to a non-Jewish woman be called to the Torah? If he's a Kohen, does he forfeit the privileges of Kehunah? May he duchen? [4] 5) The wind blew my trampoline from my garden, over an 8ft hedge, to the street, where it landed on a neighbour's car, lopping off a wing-mirror. Am I liable?[5] 6) I sell jewellery. A Jewish man wishes to buy a ring for his wedding a non-Jewish woman. May I sell him the ring?[6] 7) Feedback on the saga of the coffee en route to work:[7] a) Does travelling in a car have the same status as a traveller on foot? b) I'm standing at the bus-stop and I say a brocho and begin eating a snack. The bus arrives and I get on board; new brocho? 8) I have a haphazard pile of Seforim. Am I permitted – on Shabbos - to return each Sefer to its place?[8] Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9764852268 Index to previous Panorama Shiurim: Panorama Index 2 - Google Docs Next Motzei Shabbos (19 Kislev): ‘Inspire Farbrengen' begins at 8 PM. The Shiur will be earlier: 7 – 8 PM. ________________________________________ [1] הערה בקובץ על אמירת תהלים; אגרות קודש חכ"ג אגרת ט'טז; מילואים לסדור רבנו הזקן עם הערות כו' סימן כח. וע"ע תורה שלמה פ' תצוה ע' קסז-ח; אנציקלופד' תלמודית סוף ערך 'זרת' (כרך יב ע' תמד). [2] ראה פסקי תשובות ר"ס תרע"ג. [3] ראה פסקי תשובות סי' תרעז; נטעי גבריאל – חנוכה פי"א סעיף ה. סיפור שהתפרסם בעיתון 'דערהער' אשתקד. ומוסבר בזה מה שכ"ק אדמו"ר מוהרש"ב נ"ע הדליק נ"ח בבית אמו הרבנית ע"ה. [4] נידון בשנת תשפ"ב פ' ח"ש ופ' כי תשא. הגרש"ז אויערבך ב'דרשו' סי' נה מס' 58; ס' ומקרב בימין ח"א סי' ב-ג; נתיבים בשדה"ש ח"ב ע' 66; שו"ת אמר רב"א סי' כח (בשם ה'שבט הלוי'). וש"נ לדבריו המאלפים בשו"ת רבני אירופא סי' ב. וילע"ע בשו"ת שירי מנחה, ואינו תח"י. [5] אבנו סכינו ומשאו שנפלו לרה"ר באונס והזיקו, פטור – חו"מ סי' תיא ס"ב. [6] ראה דגול מרבבה על הש"ך יו"ד סי' קנא סק"ו, אם יש חיוב להפריש ישראל העובר עבירה בזדון. אבל לפי דברי אדה"ז הלכות רבית סע"ז משמע דשייך לפנ"ע גם במומר. אכן בנדו"ד אינו מסייע לעבירה כלל, כי האיש היהודי הזה חי מכבר עם הערלית ר"ל, ורק שרוצה לעשות טקס. [7] חיי אדם כלל נט סט"ז; שער הציון סי' קעח אות לח. שו"ת אור לציון ח"ב סי' יב סט"ו – שהנוסע ברכב הוא כמו ההולך בדרך. וכ"כ בס' וזאת הברכה (ח"ב ע' 62). ומ"מ כתב שאם קבע לאכול ברכב חונה ואח"כ המשיך לנסוע – לא מקרי שינוי מקום! וראה במשנ"ב מהדורת 'דרשו' שם הערה 33 בשם הרח"ק שהיתר המשנ"ב מיירי בעגלה בלא גג, ואילו בנכנס לרכב הוי כנכנס לבית וצריך לברך. [8] ראה שמירת שבת כהלכתה פ"ג סס"ט וספ"א.

Shlomo builds 10 additional Shulchans and Menorahs

When a determined toy company executive, Christy, must learn about Hanukkah in a hurry in order to land a big account, she enlists the help of her co-worker's friend Jonathan, who happens to also be in desperate need of turning his bachelor pad into a Christmas Wonderland to impress his girlfriend's father.

Leslie and Rochelle want to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah! This week they dish about Rochelle's birthday party and the quilty girls Christmas party that was at Leslie's house this year. They do talk a bit about binding and the different methods. Always a controversy of hand vs machine! This episode is a fun one to listen to while finishing up your last minute gifts!Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah to everyone!Follow Leslie on Instagram at @leslie_quilts and Rochelle at @doughnutwarrior

Marie Levine started creating fused glass menorahs in Ottawa after discovering her synagogue's gift shop stocked only the traditional pressed-metal designs that were made in China, or Pakistan and had been on the shelves for thirty years. Now her menorah designs, with bright colours and shapes, are on display at museums and gift shops around North America – including the Gardiner Museum in Toronto, and the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg. Levine is inspired by storied artists including Kadinsky and Monet, and even by Bible stories such as Joseph's coat of many colours. She's featured in The CJN's magazine this winter, and sits down with The CJN Daily to explain why people should show off their Hanukkah menorahs not just during the festival of lights. What we talked about: Marie Levine's studio and website See The CJN Magazine feature about Marie Levine Follow the Edmonton scavenger hunt for Hanukkah Credits The CJN Daily is written and hosted by Ellin Bessner (@ebessner on Twitter). Zachary Kauffman is the producer. Michael Fraiman is the executive producer. Our theme music is by Dov Beck-Levine. Our title sponsor is Metropia. We're a member of The CJN Podcast Network. To learn how to support the show by subscribing to this podcast, please watch this video.

The Miracle of Lights gets INTERGALACTIC as Becky and guest Aysha Wax review a romance about an alien with an enormous intergalact-DICK! Meteors and Menorahs ($3.99) is the book featured on this very special space-Hanukkah episode of TSTL. Meteors and Menorahs: https://amzn.to/3G6zdxc You Can Hide -- https://amzn.to/3V4p4oV Colorado Country -- https://amzn.to/3WnQ0RX

I made a TikTok video a while back about this, but I thought I'd add to it here. I had a client recently ask me what I believe as far as spirituality and religion are concerned. The best I can say is I really don't know. In my life, I've been a Mormon, Christian, skeptic, seeker, dabbler, and devotee. I've learned meditation, reflection, scripture, and yoga. I've read hundreds of teachings and listened to hours of lectures and silence. I've had a handful of breathtaking awe-inspiring experiences. And even with all this, I can't articulate what I believe into a cohesive set of words. Iris Dement probably captured it best in her song Let the Mystery Be. "But no one knows for certain, and so it's all the same to me. I think I'll just let the mystery be." I also honor that aspect of us that needs to know why - that seeks to make this life mean something. Science can't deliver answers to this, so we turn to spirituality and religion. And even then, we're each beholden to our own experience. I celebrate uncertainty about such things as much as I've yearned for certainty. Uncertainty leads to inquiry and humility. Certainty usually manifests itself in arrogance and ends with genocide, whether through war in this life or hell in the afterlife. I wrote a song called Let It Be Born Tonight many years ago. The chorus goes, "My faith ain't the same as it used to be. Menorahs and mangers mean nothing to me. And I don't have the patience to argue wring and right. But if any more love can be born in me, let it be born tonight." Whether you celebrate or not, I wish you a happy and fulfilled season. #holidays #christmas #uncertainty --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/franklin-taggart9/message

The Novel: Season of LoveThe Author: Helena GreerThe Guest: Andrea, host of Shelf Love PodcastThe Synopsis:Miriam Blum has no choice but to face the past she thought she'd left behind when she inherits her great-aunt's Christmas tree farm in this witty, glittering, heart-filled romcom.Thanks to her thriving art career, Miriam Blum finally has her decoupaged glitter ducks in a row—until devastating news forces her to a very unwanted family reunion. Her beloved great-aunt Cass has passed and left Miriam part-owner of Carrigan's, her (ironically) Jewish-run Christmas tree farm.But Miriam's plans to sit shiva, avoid her parents, then put Carrigan's in her rearview mirror are spoiled when she learns the business is at risk of going under. To have any chance at turning things around, she'll need to work with the farm's grumpy manager—as long as the attraction sparking between them doesn't set all their trees on fire first.Noelle Northwood wants Miriam Blum gone—even if her ingenious ideas and sensitive soul keep showing Noelle there's more to Cass's niece than meets the eye. But saving Carrigan's requires trust, love, and risking it all—for the chance to make their wildest dreams come true.Books, Movies, etc. Mentioned in this Episode:"Flea Market Flip"THE Timothy Olyphant scene from "Catch and Release"That one Yule romance we read for The 12 Days of Boobsmas: A Very Witchy YuletideMiracles and Menorahs by Stacey Agdern (another read from Boobsmas past)Full Show Notes available on www.boobiesandnoobies.com/episodes

Daily Halacha - Rabbi Silverberg - 3 - How many Candles and Menorahs per Night and Household? by Shapell's Rabbeim

Episode: Paul Spilsbury knew Josephus personally … or at least he’s spent so much time with him that it’s almost as if he did. In this episode we talk about Josephus’ writings, […] The post Paul Spilsbury – Understanding Josephus first appeared on OnScript.

Episode: Paul Spilsbury knew Josephus personally … or at least he’s spent so much time with him that it’s almost as if he did. In this episode we talk about Josephus’ writings, […] The post Paul Spilsbury – Understanding Josephus first appeared on OnScript.

On this episode the Bros learn about a major kink in the global supply chain shortage: maple syrup. The bros discuss how not to fire employees, a hardcore survivor of a tornado touchdown, supersonic rockets, and find a subject matter expert to get some answers on a TikTok video that has some Jewish TikTokers upset.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stillloveyabro/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/stillloveyabro/support Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vibe Check Gwen is BOOSTED! And she is glad she has planned for Thanksgiving in advance. Danielle is working through THE ACCIDENTAL PINUP's pass pages and book 2 revisions, and had an awesome chat with Denise Williams on the 11/19 episode of the Boozy Book Broads. Gwen is thankful for her move across the country, meeting silly dogs and pets in her neighborhood, and feel-good TV like Ted Lasso and Rick & Morty. Danielle is thankful for the health of her family, her dream coming true of becoming an author, her pandemic hobby (watercolor painting), Harlequin Desire romance novels (we chatted with Naima Simone and Reese Ryan on the pod), and Ted Lasso.  * Main Discussion Thank you to EVERYONE who sent in questions! Best New-to-You Author D: Edie Cay, Kaia Alderson, Bolu Babalola G: Abby Collette, Olivia Dade, Preslaysa Williams Holiday Book Recs D: YA-Happily Ever Afters by Elise Bryant, Cookbook-Simply Julia by Julia Turshen, Historical-The Kat Holloway Mystery series by Jennifer Ashley or Bombshell by Sarah MacLean, Mystery/Suspense: The Final Hour series by Juno Rushdan G: YA-a nice omnibus of a beloved YA classic series like The Hunger Games, Narnia, or Percy Jackson, Historical-anything by Lauren Willig, Mystery/Suspense: David Baldacci Favorite thing about the podcast G: having a creative outlet and building on our friendship D: working with Gwen! And doing deep dives. Holiday Shopping in 2021 D: we can actually go to stores, paring down on spending, and buying local as much as possible G: more online shopping for me, and trying to be thoughtful about gifts Movies We Are Looking Forward To G: King Richard and Tick, Tick... Boom! D: House of Gucci, Spider Man: No Way Home, The Hating Game, Downton Abbey: A New Era Favorite holiday food and Tradition D: Food-corn pudding. Tradition-Thanksgiving is the holiday we don't go anywhwere! G: Food-chunky mashed postates. Tradition-watching the dog show and the Macy's parade EBook Organization G: Impossible. Although I do love folders, but I can't ever find what I'm looking for again D: I don't! It's chaos!!! Guests on the Pod D: dream guests-Beverly Jenkins, Brenda Jackson, Susan Elizabeth Phillips. We've been so lucky in our guests who have been so generous with their time, like Alyssa Cole, Talia Hibbert, Naima Simone, and Lauren Willig (and seriously, everyone else). G: we'd love to interview industry professionals-editors, agents, cover designers, screenwriters, actors, more film & tv critics, etc. * Goals/Comfort & Joy Danielle watched a TON of TV (Succession, Dickinson, Call the Midwife, Only Murders in the Building, Howards End, Ted Lasso, Queen Sugar – goal achieved! This week she would like to finalize her holiday shopping lists. Gwen started journaling daily because Danielle sent her a one line a day journal! Her new goal is to sleep 7-8 hours a night, and trying to go to bed by 10pm. Danielle's Comfort: Harlequin Holiday Romance Novels! Moonlight, Menorahs, and Mistletoe by Wendy Warren, Christmas at the Chateau by Rochelle Alers, What He Wants for Christmas by Brenda Jackson, Christmas Miracle in Jamaica by Ann McIntosh and breakup albums (Adele's 30, Taylor's Red, and Kacey Musgrave's Star-Crossed) Gwen's Comfort: Cowboy Bebop, both the original anime and the new live action show. * EMAIL US! Thoughts or questions? Email us at danielle@freshfiction.com. * Find us on the Socials! Gwen Reyes Twitter Facebook Instagram Danielle Jackson Twitter Instagram Fresh Fiction Twitter Facebook Instagram EventBrite

In the last decade, executives at the Hallmark Channel and Lifetime have realized that Hanukkah exists. Now every year seems to bring a new heaping spoonful of shmaltz for Jewish audiences and anyone bored of watching the same Christmas stories told with new wide-eyed actors. Recent entries have been Mistletoe & Menorahs and Love, Lights, Hanukkah!, while this year's Eight Gifts of Hanukkah puts its own semitic spin on the format. But how should we feel about these movies? Are they a sincere effort to educate Middle America about the Seleucid Greek takeover of a small province of Jews and their successful revolt and rededication of the temple? Or is it a shallow attempt at forcing onscreen diversity? We discuss. Plus: Hear about the final book in our month-long book club, Leonard Cohen, Untold Stories: From This Broken Hill, Volume 2 by Michael Posner. What we talked about Email bonjour@thecjn.ca to get an exclusive invite to our new Slack channel Hear Michael Posner interviewed on The CJN Daily at thecjn.ca Read an excerpt from Posner's book at thecjn.ca Credits Bonjour Chai is hosted by Avi Finegold, Ilana Zackon and David Sklar. Michael Fraiman is the producer. Andre Goulet is the technical producer. Our theme music is by Socalled. The show is a co-production from The Jewish Learning Lab and The CJN, and is distributed by The CJN Podcast Network. Find more great Jewish podcasts at thecjn.ca.

In this episode, we go through the basic laws and customs of Chanukah. We discuss the menorah, the fuel, time of lighting, placement of the menorah, the game of dreidel, Chanukah gifts and much more. If you want a quick 15 minute primer to either learn for the first time or remind yourself from last year of all the various laws and customs, you won't want to miss this episode. Happy Listening! Rabbi Moshe To sponsor a podcast or make a tax-deductible donation to support this podcast and DATA of Richardson go to: https://thethinkingjew.com/support-us/ To contact me with any questions or feedback, please email thethinkingjewpodcast@gmail.com NCSY created a beautiful Blessing card here: https://s3.amazonaws.com/ncsy-education/Chanukah%20blessings%20card.jpg Video of how to properly set up the candles (right to left) and then light the candles (left to right) - https://youtu.be/EwcdCo_csh8 Examples of Kosher and not kosher Menorahs - https://libhobn.tumblr.com/post/180843658342/kosher-vs-non-kosher-chanukiyot-aka-menorahs

Harlequin Special Edition author Wendy Warren joins us on the podcast today to chat book 1 in her Holliday, Oregon series, Moonlight, Menorahs and Mistletoe.  Check out Wendy's website here. Follow Wendy on her Facebook page here. You can find her books on Harlequin's website here. Find Wendy's books on Mills & Boon UK's website here. Find Wendy Warren's book on Mills & Boon Australia's website here. ♡ For a list of all the places where you can find the podcast along with where you can find us on social media, click here for our linktree! Our Email is thecategoricallyromancepod@gmail.com ♡ This podcast is engineered by Sincere Alexander and contains music from Lukrembo

Synopsis: When a determined toy company executive, Christy, must learn about Hanukkah in a hurry in order to land a big account, she enlists the help of her co-worker's friend Jonathan, who happens to also be in desperate need of turning his bachelor pad into a Christmas Wonderland to impress his girlfriend's father.

In the midst of Manhattan, there's a place called Menorah Galleries where Meir Apel displays beautiful antique Judaica including Menorahs, Megilahs, and whatever else has been in ancient Jewish history. Let's go down together and have a look at his growing business and beautiful collection and hear his story as he takes us along on the journey. www.menorahgalleries.com Episode sponsored by: Chick And Chuck. www.chicknchuck.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ari-samet/support

Rabbi Avraham Kivelevitz has spent the last nine years writing and teaching for Dirshu International'sDaf Yomi B'Halacha,In general,every episode ofFine Tuned Halachadelves into an important Halachic textand extracts important nuggets of direction,history and most importantly,an understanding of how the Jewish legal system developed and continues to guide the lives of a committed people.While the learning tends to align with the seasons we find ourselves in,we are confident it will resonate well beyond the calendar into your consciousness.Please leave us a review or email us at ravkiv@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This podcast is powered by JewishPodcasts.org. Start your own podcast today and share your content with the world. Click jewishpodcasts.fm/signup to get started.

As a public service the Yeshiva of Newark presents Talmud classes for beginners or for those who have been ill-served by their schooling in the past,or in some way jaundiced towards what still remains the definitive Jewish text of scholarship and more.Rabbi Avraham Kivelevitz,a teacher with over forty years of experience teaching Talmud to students of all levels,presents in a clear mannerthe flow of the Talmud's discussion,and what are the goals the text wants the reader to achieve.The Rabbi brings his immense erudition to the fore,in indicating who's who on the page,granting the mature reader a historical perspective of the Halachic process.It isn't child's play- and it might make you fall in love with Gemara learningThe page of Talmud connected with this episode can be foundhere. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. This podcast is powered by JewishPodcasts.org. Start your own podcast today and share your content with the world. Click jewishpodcasts.fm/signup to get started.

It's the most wonderful time of the year...if your very favourite thing is oppressively jolly holiday programming! We asked you, our listeners, to help us choose which piece of brand-new 2019 holiday content we would cover this year, and you delivered unto us the Lifetime original movie Mistletoe & Menorahs. Joining us to discuss it in a wild departure from their usual gig discussing the films of the Hallmark network are David J. Roth and Jeb Lund! Around The Dial clicks through FX's new adaptation of A Christmas Carol, Back To Life, the new season of CNBC's The Profit, The Expanse, and the season (and possibly series) finale of HBO's Watchmen. Lauren uses her Extra Credit to make us all benevolent TV dictators and bestow upon us the power to take a show that's Not For Us and make it meet our specific needs. Tara presents for Nonac induction the Beverly Hills, 90210 episode "It's A Totally Happening Life." Then after naming the week's Winner and Loser, it's on to a Game Time with a curious backstory. Take a break from all your a-wassailing and join us! GUESTS

Gentle gentile listeners, buckle up: the Good Sisters are about to let you in on a whole passel of JEW SECRETS, like how to play Jewish Geography, and whether sufganiyot are different from regular jelly doughnuts! They're all revealed in the context of reviewing this utterly charming Lifetime holiday movie about a Christian woman falling in love with a real cutie-patootie Jewish guy. Get a plate, fill half of it with fruitcake and half of it with latkes, and settle in: this is a pleasure to discuss, good listeners.