Podcasts about mitzvos

The Rebbe warns against the trap of **spiritual complacency** following a successful visit or gathering. Using the metaphor of **plowing and sowing**, he explains that inspiration is only the beginning; significant labor is required afterward to ensure a **tangible harvest** of practical Mitzvos in daily life. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/005/6081

The Rebbe explains that Chabad recites Shehecheyanu on Purim morning following the personal practice of the Alter Rebbe, even though it is omitted in his Siddur. This daytime blessing is unique because it also covers Mishloach Manos and the Purim Feast, ensuring that every Mitzva of the day is sanctified with a dedicated blessing of gratitude. https://www.torahrecordings.com/shulchan_menachem/orach_chayim/351

The Rebbe discusses the mission of students sent to strengthen Torah and Mitzvos. He emphasizes that this work is based on the instructions of the Previous Rebbe and explains that fulfilling this communal mission is the vessel for receiving Divine blessings for one's personal health and success. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/004_igros_kodesh/av/1120

Lessons and thoughts from the Parsha on the impact of the day-to-day Mitzvos.

Parshas Mishpatim teaches that even “logical” mitzvos must be kept because Hashem commanded them—not merely because they make sense—so our morality is anchored in yiras Shamayim and true connection to Hashem. And even Chukim, mitzvos beyond reason, can be done with simchah by drawing on the soul's deeper essence, where emunah lives beyond intellect. https://www.torahrecordings.com/classes/by_parsha/002_shemos/006_mishpatim/007

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how the Torah's commandments on civil laws and specifically the laws regarding damages are not just about financial compensation. He points out how the Torah sets up a system where we can learn to be more caring people by being careful with the property of others. He also speaks about the prohibition of causing pain to a widow and orphan and how that can take differet forms. 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) - Rabbi Shlomo Cohen(00:01:07) - Parsha's Mishpatim(00:02:35) - Parsha 3, Civil Law(00:04:45) - Parasha 5, Damages in the Torah(00:11:37) - Be sensitive to widows and orphans(00:16:14) - The Mitzvos of the Pilgrimages

Episode #232: The Miracle Of The 3 Mitzvos

התוכן זה שרבינו גרשום נק' "מאור הגולה" קשור עם ב' תקנותיו שאין לגרש אשה בע"כ ושאין לישא ב' נשים. דבזה "האיר" את בנ"י בגלות, שהרי "אסור" לה' לגרש ח"ו את "אשתו" (בנ"י) בע"כ, והרי יהודי "אינו רוצה להיות נפרד מאלקות", ו"אסור" לו גם לישא "אשה" אחרת על "אשתו" הא'. אלא שאין להסתפק רק בזה שאין "גירושין" ח"ו, אלא צ"ל "חיי הנישואין" באופן ש"שארה כסותה ועונתה לא יגרע" [כמ"ש בראשון דפ' משפטים]. וזה נפעל ע"י תוספת שלום בין איש ואשתו למטה, עי"ז שהבית בנוי על תומ"צ. ואף ששלימות הנישואין תהי' לעת"ל, אבל גם לפני החתונה צריך ה"חתן" לתת מתנות ל"כלה", ובפרט אם עיכוב החתונה הוא "באשמתו" (והיצה"ר הוא א' הדברים שה' "מתחרט עליהם"), ה"ה צריך לזונה כפי יכולתו ומתאים ליחוסה. וזה גופא שהוא צריך לשלם כ"כ "תמיכה" "ידחוף" אותו שיהי' כבר הנישואין בגאולה האמיתית והשלימה מיד ממש.משיחת י"ב תמוז ה'תשכ"ז ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=08-02-2026 Synopsis It is explained in sefarim that the reason Rabbeinu Gershom is called Maor HaGolah (the “Light of the Exile”) is because of his two takanos – that one may not divorce a woman against her will, and that one may not marry two women. With these he illuminated the Jewish people in exile because they forbid Hashem from chas v'shalom “divorcing His wife” (the Jewish people) against her will (and a Jew “does not wish to be separated from G-dliness”), and from “marrying another wife.” However, it is not enough for Hashem to merely not divorce the Jewish people; He must also keep the requirements of marriage: “He shall not diminish her sustenance, her clothing, or her relations” (as the verse states at the beginning of parashas Mishpatim). And this is brought about by the Jewish people increasing in marital harmony down here, by building their homes upon the foundations of Torah and Mitzvos. Although the Nisuin (wedding) will be completed in the future, nevertheless, the groom is obligated even before the wedding to provide the bride with gifts, especially where the wedding is delayed due to his fault” (and the yetzer hara is one of the things for which Hashem is “at fault” and which He “regrets”). Hashem must therefore sustain the Jewish people according to His ability and in a manner fitting for “her lineage,” and the very fact that He must pay so much “support” will compel Him to make the wedding immediately, with the coming of the true and complete Redemption right now.Excerpt from sichah of 12 Tammuz 5727 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=08-02-2026

Mitzvos for All Mankind

Learn the daily portion of Rambam's Mishneh Torah, 3 chapters a day, with Rabbi Avraham Zajac, a renowned Talmudic scholar and master teacher.

Shiur given by Rabbi Bezalel Rudinsky on Halacha Purim. Shiur recorded in Yeshivas Ohr Reuven, Monsey, NY.

Classes on Rambam, divided according to the daily schedule.

The Mishneh Torah was the Rambam's (Rabbi Moses ben Maimon) magnum opus, a work spanning hundreds of chapters and describing all of the laws mentioned in the Torah. To this day it is the only work that details all of Jewish observance, including those laws which are only applicable when the Holy Temple is in place. Participating in one of the annual study cycles of these laws (3 chapters/day, 1 chapter/day, or Sefer Hamitzvot) is a way we can play a small but essential part in rebuilding the final Temple.

The Jewish people displayed immense courage by keeping the Egyptian deity (a sheep) in their homes for four days, teaching us that redemption comes from performing Mitzvos with pride and without fear. The difference between the letters Hey (Matzah) and Ches (Chametz) illustrates how humility allows for teshuvah. The Frierdiker Rebbe's unique approach was characterized by "going big" in actuality and prioritizing material aid to others as a necessary vessel for spiritual influence, rather than starting with rebuke. Amidst the confusion at the Red Sea, Nachshon ben Aminadav taught us to ignore the debates of competing factions and move decisively toward the goal even if it requires self-sacrifice. Biographical stories about the Frierdiker Rebbe, including his grandfather's prediction at his bris, receiving a "Chassidic kiss" (a Maamar) from his father, and being designated as a successor at age 17. This class, taught by Rabbi Shais Taub, is based on Parshas Bo in Likkutei Sichos Vol. 1.

TALK TORAH BE KIND AND KNOW MITZVOS

Ranking of mitzvos that take precedence when have opportunity to perform two of them (megilla, avoda, Torah, meis mitzva)

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During Chanukah, Bnei Yisrael are empowered to light candles outwardly, symbolizing spreading Torah and mitzvos. Students and educators are urged to teach and guide with dedication, ensuring the spiritual and practical growth of children, illuminating their surroundings with knowledge, piety, and inspiration. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/003/5951

Our Mitzvos Bring the Shechinah (Chanukah 5786)

Focusing on bar-mitzvah origins, the Rebbe contrasts reason-based growth with halacha from Sinai, teaching that entry into mitzvos must begin with mesiras nefesh. True chinuch is not guided only by intellect, but by self-sacrifice for Torah and mitzvos. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/005_igros_kodesh/003_kislev/1289

The Greeks and the Jews: How All Wisdom Flows From and Returns to Hashem; Loyalty and Surrender, Not Logic, Define JudaismThis text-based class of the Maamar Mai Chanukah, was said by the Sixth Lubavitcher Rebbe, the Rebbe Rayatz, on Shabbos Miketz, Shabbos Chanukah, 28 Kislev, 5701, December 28, 1940. The class was presented by Rabbi YY Jacobson on Monday, 25 Kislev, 5786, December 15, 2025, at Bais Medrash Ohr Chaim in Monsey, NY. This incredible discourse explains the conflict of the Greeks against the Jews in our internal heart and mind, and why the focus of the battle was on the oil, representing the inner "fatness," delight, and pleasure that comes from embodying the Divine. The discourse, vivid in language, breaks down how we can sometimes Learn Torah, observe Mitzvos, and yet still be living in the paradigm of the Greeks. The Maamar explores two forms of wisdom, the one that is based on the egoic mind, and the ones that flows from Divine infinity and oness, and returns there. View Source Sheets: https://portal.theyeshiva.net/api/source-sheets/9832

Having received his Ph.D. in mathematical logic at Brandeis University, Rabbi Dr. Dovid Gottlieb went on to become Professor of Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University. Today he is a senior faculty member at Ohr Somayach in Jerusalem. An accomplished author and lecturer, Rabbi Gottlieb has electrified audiences with his stimulating and energetic presentations on ethical and philosophical issues. In Jewish Philosophy with Rabbi Dr. Gottlieb, we are invited to explore the most fascinating and elemental concepts of Jewish Philosophy. https://podcasts.ohr.edu/ podcasts@ohr.edu

Lays out Foundation of Chinuch: Awakening the inner self; creating a lens to find the common denominator in all avodah. Approaching Torah and Mitzvos through a process of self realization rather than isolated activities.

We are celebrating the Rebbe & Rebbetzins 90th Wedding Anniversary! In this Sicha we learn about the Teshuva accomplished by a wedding, based off the wedding of Esav to Yishmae'ls daughter. Like Yom Kippur, a wedding brings Kaparah through either a) the marriage itself b) the wedding inspires the person to do Teshuva or c) the specialness of the Mitzvah/Moment motivates you. The Torah uses Esav's wedding to teach us about Teshuva - Esav is not perfect by any means, but he is a Yid and the wedding sparks our neshamos, all of us - no matter our level. We can use the koach of 14 Kislev to apply this to us in our daily avodah. Marriage between man & woman has a purpose of Peru Urevu. Marriage of Hashem and Yidden has a purpose of Torah, Mitzvos. When you teach someone to do a mitzvah, mekarev another with coming closer to Torah, Mitzvos or Yidden, these are peiros of peru urevu. We live now in disorderly times, the world is crazy - if something comes your way - just grab it! (ie Dorm Food Mentality). "A chassid is like a soccer player, if the ball comes your way, you gotta kick it!" We have to save neshamos! I commit. Hashem kicks in. My commitment = wedding day. This commitment = uplifts, give koach, enables me to be more committed. This brings a cycle of Koach! But I might think: what about me, im not great enough..im really low - your past doesnt matter (Esav)! I make it my business to commit to Hashems work and the Rebbes directives of doing my shlichus, and Hashem will uplift and empower! And this will bring about the complete marriage between Hashem & the Yidden with Moshiach!

In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn takes one verse in the Parsha and derives 2 different ideas. He explains how it is important to be with others and to be part of a community and at the same time to be able to be alone. He also speaks about the power of the Mitzvos we do. 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) - Practical Parsha Podcast(00:01:54) - Parshas Vayishlach(00:05:02) - Why Yaakov Was So Scared That Esav Would Attack Him(00:12:08) - Yaakov's Battle with the Angel of Esav(00:21:03) - Parsha 5, The Art of Levado

The Rebbe encourages steadfastness on the path of Torah and mitzvos, noting that apparent difficulties are often illusory. True success aligns with one's spiritual nature, bringing growth in both worldly and spiritual life, and leading from strength to greater strength. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/016/002/5864

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How Many Mitzvos?

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Reasons of Mitzvos

Harav Avraham Tabrikian explains why Avrohom Avinu didn't tell Sarah about having a son, and discusses mitzvas anoshim melumado in both bein adam laMakom and bein adam lechaveiro.

We continued learning a challenging Lessons in Tanya Chapter 38 with a focus on Chizzuk from Chassidus in TheFamilyMinyan.com, aka Shtiebel. Open up Creation with concepts of Tzimtzum and Or... Mitzvos and Kavana... The modern-day Akedut Yitzchak and a need for "the Sarah Accords..."This is the cover photo

This episode is the synopsis and continuation of the Halachah portion of the Shabbos Shuva Drashah - בענין מצות צריכות כוונה במצות סוכה וציצית - it largely discusses the question of the Biur Halachah whether Sukkah the rest of Yom Tov requires Kavanah or not.

Having received his Ph.D. in mathematical logic at Brandeis University, Rabbi Dr. Dovid Gottlieb went on to become Professor of Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University. Today he is a senior faculty member at Ohr Somayach in Jerusalem. An accomplished author and lecturer, Rabbi Gottlieb has electrified audiences with his stimulating and energetic presentations on ethical and philosophical issues. In Jewish Philosophy with Rabbi Dr. Gottlieb, we are invited to explore the most fascinating and elemental concepts of Jewish Philosophy. https://podcasts.ohr.edu/ podcasts@ohr.edu

The Torah's obligation to hold oneself higher in business Kiddush Hashem in the workplace Can you make money without cutting corners? Is there a concept of not doing Mitzvos in public that will cause non jews to ridicule us? And Much more...... with Rabbi Naftoli Horowitz – Managing Director at J.P. Morgan and acclaimed author and Lecturer – 15:10 with Rabbi Daniel Feldman – Rov, Ohr Saadya Teaneck – 37:18 with Rabbi Mordechai Farkash – Chabad Seattle – 50:18 with Rabbi Yossi Gordon – CEO of Chabad on Campus International – 1:08:53   מראי מקומות   

Why Is Education Not One of the 613 Mitzvos? Because You Can't Command Someone to TrustThis text-based class is the first of a two-part series on a historic Sicha (address) by the Lubavitcher Rebbe, given at the Farbrengen of Shabbos Parshas Shoftim, 7 Elul, 5748, August 20, 1988, published in Sefer Hasichos 5748 vol. 2. This class, exploring the reason that the month of Elul is not festive in nature and dissecting what is the essence of education and raising children, was presented by Rabbi YY Jacobson on Thursday, 11 Elul, 5785, September 4, 2025, Parshas Ki Seitzei, at Bais Medrash Ohr Chaim in Monsey, NY.View Source Sheets: https://portal.theyeshiva.net/api/source-sheets/9758

Every mitzvah that we do benefits us for all eternity. Our Sages reveal to us that each Mitzvah creates an advocate who vigorously fights on our behalf and defends us in front of the Heavenly court. Mitzvos are great assets to have. In this podcast, we discover that there is a way to game the […]