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התוכן א' הטעמים לשמחה בל"ג העומר קשור עם רשב"י – יום ההסתלקות שלו, "יום שמחתו", ועד שביקש שכולם ישמחו ביום זה. הטעם לשמחתו ביום זה – מפני שביום זה הרגיש שהגיע לתכלית השלימות באופן התקשרותו ותאחדוותו עם ה', ובלשונו בספר הזהר "בי' אחידא בי' להטא בי' אתדבקת", למרות שגם לפנ"ז היתה עבודתו בשלימות. וההוראה לכל המשתתפים בשמחתו, כולל ובעיקר ילדי ישראל: כבר משעה שהילד יוצא לאויר העולם משתדלים לקשר ולאחד אותו עם ה' ע"י שמסובבים אותו בשמות קדושים וכו', וככל שהולך וגודל בגשמיות, כך הולך וגודל בהתקשרות והתאחדות עם ה' – ע"י לימוד התורה וקיום המצוות, באמירת "מודה אני" מיד כשניעור משנתו – שמרגיש שהקב"ה החזיר לו את הנשמה, ועי"ז מתקשר עם ה' בכל פעולותיו במשך כל היום כולו. אלא שאין להסתפק בההתקשרות וההתאחדות שהי' ביום שלפנ"ז, אלא תמיד יש להוסיף בזה.משיחת ל"ג בעומר – בעת ה"פאראד" – ה'תשד"מ ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=16-05-2025 Synopsis One of the reasons for the celebration of Lag B'Omer is that it is the day of Rashbi's passing, “his day of celebration,” to the extent that he requested that everyone rejoice on that day. The reason he celebrated Lag B'Omer is because he felt he had reached the ultimate perfection in his connection and oneness with Hashem on that day, as he says in the Zohar, “one with Him, aflame with Him, attached to Him” – even though his service was already complete before that. The lesson for everyone who participate in his celebration, especially Jewish children, is that from the moment a child enters the world, we strive to connect and unite him with Hashem by surrounding him with names of Hashem etc., and as he grows physically, he also grows in his connection and oneness with Hashem, by learning Torah and performing mitzvos, by saying Modeh Ani the moment he wakes up, expressing the feeling that Hashem has returned his soul to him, and in this way he connects to Hashem in everything he does throughout the entire day. But one must not suffice with the connection and unity that he achieved the day before – rather, one must always increase it.Excerpt from Lag B'Omer parade of 5744 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=16-05-2025 לע”נ מרת לאה בת ר' זאב ע"ה ליום היארצייט שלה ל"ג בעומר. ת.נ.צ.ב.ה.נדבת בנה ר' אברהם דוד הכהן שי' טייטעלבוים

Reflections on my birthday, why I think about my mortality, and a Modeh Ani meditation. Episode sponsored by an anonymous sponsor in honor of our LA Tanya class. To support our work, visit humanandholy.com/sponsor.To inquire about sponsorship & advertising opportunities, please email us at info@humanandholy.comFind us on Instagram @humanandholy & subscribe to our channel to stay up to date on all our upcoming conversations ✨Human & Holy podcast is available on all podcast streaming platforms. New episodes every Sunday & Wednesday on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.TIMESTAMPS0:00 - Birthday Reflections1:27 - Why I Think About My Mortality 4:30 - The Gift of Another Day 5:45 - Forgetting Who We Are 7:33 - Saying Modeh Ani With Intention 9:22 - The Memory of Prayer12:16 - A Modeh Ani Meditation

If G-d didn't need YOU, He would not have woken YOU up today. You are here because you are NEEDED.A Jew is never Stuck. People are built to stand upright because their minds rule over their hearts.Mitzvot are the spiritual clothing of the soul. They are your responsibility, and they give you purpose. Mitzvot are a connection point between you and Hashem.Above are just some of the deep insights that Rebbetzin Chani Shemtov, a Chabad Emissary at the University of Illinois in Chicago, shares with us in this very powerful conversation. We start off speaking about the Modeh Ani prayer, which is the very first thing that we say when we wake up in the morning. This prayer doesn't have Hashem's name in it. This is because we have just awoken from sleep, and we need to do the traditional washing of our hands (netilat yadayim ) before we say Hashem's name. However, Modeh Ani is said right when we wake up, before we wash our hands. It is for this reason that Hashem's name is not said during this prayer.The first word of the Modeh Ani prayer is "Modeh," translated in English as "grateful." We literally start off our day with gratitude. It has been scientifically researched, studied, and proven that gratitude leads to happiness. By starting off our day with being grateful that G-d gave our soul back to us, we are beginning on a positive, optimistic, and happy note. (When we sleep, we are 1/60 dead, so G-d needs to restore our soul to us in order for us to wake up. We are therefore grateful to Him for giving us life, each and every day.) Remember, if G-d woke you up, He gave you life. The reason He gave you life is because you have a purpose in this world that you still have an opportunity to fulfil. Otherwise, He would not have woken you up.Following the Modeh Ani prayer, we have the morning blessings, birkot hashakar. These are a series of 15 blessings. Each of these blessings begin with the words, "Blessed are You, Hashem, our G-d, King of the universe...," and then goes on to mention specific things.Rebbetzin Chani and I spoke about several of the 15 blessings, in detail.We talked about, "Blessed are You, Hashem, our G-d, King of the universe, Who frees those who are bound." From this, we learn that a Jew is never stuck. We have free will every single moment of the day. What we said or did 5 minutes ago, yesterday, or last year, doesn't need to define what we do or who we are 10 minutes from now. Hashem recreates the world every single moment. Because of this, we are never stuck, and we always have the ability to move forward in any direction, at any moment.Then, we spoke about, "Blessed are You, Hashem, our G-d, King of the universe, Who stands upright those who are bent over." Many animals are made such that their head, heart and lower organs are on the same level. However, humans are created such that our head is on top, our heart is below our head, and then come our lower organs. This structure shows that our head rules our conduct, not our emotions, or our desires. It is the head that must make clear choices for us to follow. We then get to the controversial blessing that a man says in the morning, "Blessed are You, Hashem, our G-d, King of the universe, for not having made me a woman." The reason behind this blessing is that mitzvot are a point of connection between Hashem and humans. In His infinite wisdom, Hashem gave men more commandments that He gave to women. They need these commandments for their spiritual growth, and since they are commanded with more mitzvot, they have a more points of connection to Him than women. Women, however, do have many mitzvot that they have the responsibility to fulfil. However, they are not confined to time-bound mitzvot because their primary responsibility is taking care of their family. Rebbetzin Chani explains this beautifully!If you don't know how to read Hebrew, you can say the blessings in your native language.

In this episode of Rabbi Ben Newman offers poetic, interpretive translations of the Morning Blessings, and Modeh Ani inviting us to awaken with presence, gratitude, and wonder.

Welcome to our special Shovavim series on Humility. We are continuing with lessons from Rabbi Ades on humility: Rabbi Yehezkiel Abramsky was exiled to Siberia for a year and a half. All he did all day was chop wood in the forest in frigid weather. His hands were cracked and bleeding. One morning after saying Modeh Ani , which is a Thank You to Hashem for getting up, he asked himself, " Why am I saying thank you for getting up? What am I getting up for? I don't pray. I don't learn. I can't serve Hashem. "And he came up with the answer that, " I'm saying, thank you for being able to say, Modeh Ani ." Unbelievable. When Rav Shach eulogized Rav Abramsky, he said, " I'm jealous of you. Not because the books you wrote (Rav Abramsky wrote 24 volumes of commentary on the Tosefta), and because f your learning. I'm jealous of your years of Siberia." Rabbi Ades asked, What is going on? You're jealous of his years in Siberia? And he explained, Man's goal ultimate goal in this world is to connect Hashem. And a person cannot connect himself to Hashem until he nullifies himself before Hashem's will. The first step to that is to humble oneself in front of his Creator, and realize I'm a mortal, created by Hashem and I have to accept His yoke. Reaching this level is extremely difficult but Rav Shach was convinced that the year and a half in Siberia did that for Rav Abramsky. But he stresses, You don't have to go to Siberia . People have challenging situations, when life is not going the way we'd like it to go. For example, if a person has a mono- type of virus, he's in bed for a month and it seems like it'll be another month until he recuperates. Let's say this is a learning man. He gets frustrated by his inability to learn and serve Hashem. He says, What does Hashem want from me? You know what Hashem wants from you? He wants you to have Mono. What should I do ? Do what people with Mono do. Lie in bed and do nothing. What about all the Torah and Mitzvot I should be doing? You decided you should be learning and praying and functioning. That's your opinion. Hashem thinks otherwise. He says that it's a expression of arrogance to say, I think I know what I should be doing, and how I should serve Hashem and how I can bring him pleasure. Wrong. Hashem knows what He wants from you and needs from you in the situation that you're in, but your arrogance doesn't let you accept it. That arrogance actually ends up causing the person to feel down and depressed because their first reaction is to feel worthless, like they have no purpose, and that Hashem doesn't love them. But if you peel away a little of the arrogance and say, " I know I don't understand this, but I know it's all planned by Hashem, and there's a reason for it , and Hashem knows the reason, and probably the reason is for me to be able to say, Hey, I don't get it," that's humility. But our Gaava decides what we think Hashem should give us. And when I don't get it, I decide that Hashem doesn't love me. One of the great Hasidic Rebbes was once asked, " If you were Hashem, what would you do differently? What would you change in the world?" Personally, I think the first thing I would do is let all the hostages out. That's a good thing to do. After letting all hostages out, I would probably destroy Hamas. I would probably also eliminate the burden of the tuition crisis. And solve the shidduch crisis. I have a long list of things that I would do if I was in that position. But the great Hasidic Rebbi answered, " You know what I would do? I wouldn't change a thing. Because whatever God is doing, He knows what He is doing." When we start things to change, it means we think we know how the world should be run. Again, we go back to, So then why do I pray? Well, I pray for a very good reason. I pray because the prayer in itself is humbling. Because prayer says, I'm asking Hashem, I'm not in control. You please do what You can do for me. There's a beautiful thought in Midrash Rabba in Shemot 21:5 which says when the Jewish people left Egypt, Hashem sent the Egyptians after them and they were stuck and they cried out to Hashem. Why did Hashem do this? And it says, because Hashem wants to hear the praises of the sadikim. What does that mean? Rav Yehuda Ben Levi brings a mashal of a king on the road when a princess was screaming out, " Help ! Save me from these thieves. " The king heard her cries and saved her. And after a while they got married, and sometime into the marriage they weren't on speaking terms. He wanted her to talk to him but she didn't want to. So he sent thieves out against her. And again she cried out. The king went and saved her, and the king said to her, " That's what I wanted. I wanted to hear your voice." The Jewish people in Mitzrayim were being subjugated. They were crying out Hashem. They were looking up to Hashem, as it says, " ויצעקו and they cried out Hashem saw their problem and started to take them out with the strong hand and the outstretched arm." He wanted to hear their voice again and they didn't want to, so He sent Paroah to chase after them. And they cried out. Hashem said, that's what I wanted. I wanted to hear your voice. Like it says יונתי בחגוי הסלע השמיעני קול אינו אומר אלא השמיעני את קולך אותו הקול שכבר My dove was in the cleft of the rock. I want to hear the voice -the voice that I heard in Mitzrayim. And then they cried out and that was it. Hashem told Moshe, What are you praying for? I already heard their cries . What does it mean that I want to hear, not the voice but that voice? There's a difference between how you pray when everything's fine and how you pray when you're in trouble. And that is what was going on in Mitzrayim. At first they were crying out from the bottom of their hearts. But then they started to look at things differently. And that was a problem. So when it says that Hashem wants the prayers of the sadikim , it means He wants that connection from us. And He doesn't want it to be the everything's fine type of lukewarm prayer. He wants the prayer of connection . The Sefer Imre Menachem says the prayer of connection means the humble prayer. Going back to what we started with, about Why do we pray if everything is good, why are we praying for it to change? The answer is Yes, it's good and it's wonderful because it's doing what it needs to do right now. But if I could accomplish that without needing the difficulty , I'd like to get there. There is a famous saying, in the name of the Chafetz Chaim: A person is allowed to say about an event that it's bitter, because a medicine that's good for a person is bitter. But you can't say that it's bad because everything Hashem does is good. So it's good. It's bitter and it's good. But what if I don't want it to be bitter anymore? Do how do I get rid of the bitter? The bitterness is necessary to humble us. In another story, the Chafetz Chaim was talking to a certain person who had a job. The Chafetz Chaim asked how he was doing and the man answered, " A few extra dollars wouldn't hurt." The Chafetz Chaim said, " Of course it would hurt. Hashem is merciful and kind. He wants to do what's best for you. And if He gave you what He gave you, that's good." In yet another story the Chafetz Chaim once asked someone, " How are things going?" And the person replied, " Things could be better." Thr Chafetz Chaim's answer was, "If it could be better, it would be better." The Ramchal writes somewhere in his Otzrot " Whatever was done, it can't be better than that." What do you mean that it can't be better than that? This life is difficult. It can't be better because right now you need that dose. It's like saying life would be better without aspirin. But you need it. This is your aspirin, this is your medicine. This is your healing process. But once I get the message of it, I don't need it anymore. That's the answer to understanding this seeming dichotomy.

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2 Minute Halacha- Modeh Ani by Rabbi Avi Zakutinsky

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What Does It Mean to Live With Your Soul?This lecture was presented to the South African Community on Tuesday, 4 Cheshvon, 5785, 5 Nov, 2024

As Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New  Year, approaches, today's guest, Caroline Bass, reminds us that none of us are perfect. We're all a little broken, a little worn, a little pained. But we hold onto our past as we build anew. We want to refresh our possibilities. Take it step by step and do it with calm. Introducing the calming queen, Caroline Bass. Caroline shares her journey of breaking free midlife, overcoming fear, and taking small steps towards her dreams. She talks about her transition from corporate America to launching her own product, Queen Tulsi, and the challenges and triumphs along the way. Caroline emphasizes the importance of pushing through fear to find one's purpose and the significance of creating a balanced and calm environment, both at home and within oneself. Reena and Caroline discuss the power of small steps in achieving dreams, the importance of authenticity, and the role of natural remedies in managing stress. Caroline's story is a testament to resilience, growth, and the pursuit of a fulfilling life.   Caroline Bass, founder of Queen Tulsi, developed this scientifically-backed herbal supplement to provide natural stress relief and mood balance. As a mom of three balancing a full-time job, Caroline struggled with anxiety, fatigue and feeling overwhelmed. She began formulating herbal blends to calm her nerves and soon shared them with friends and family, who loved the results and she realized she had something special on her hands. College students, friends, and family members all started asking for her supplement after noticing how well it helped with everything from managing anxiety to unwinding after a long day. To make her remedy accessible, she partnered with herbal experts to create Queen Tulsi, a carefully crafted unique blend that targets emotional stress, brain fog, hormonal mood swings, and inflammation in the body. She has since sold thousands of bottles of Queen Tulsi driven by word of mouth and her mission to bring this natural stress relief to the greater public so everyone can benefit from the power of these ancient herbs. Better Call Daddy Podcast listeners can get 15% off any order - including subscriptions and multi-packs! Use code, BetterCallDaddy at www.carolinebasshealth.com (00:00) Reena Friedman Watts hosts the better call daddy show each week (02:04) You talk about taking small steps towards your dreams on your podcast (06:39) You create your own supplements and have gone through 14 iterations (11:54) Queen Tulsi gives back to help Israel's struggling farmers (17:14) You signed up for a membership where you get facials every month (18:31) You talk about creating a balance of calm in your home (23:12) shares his favorite prayer, Modeh Ani (26:24) My dad had a catastrophic stroke two and a half years ago (31:56) Music can uplift elderly people, and that's really important (35:35) Tulsi is creating a class on how to connect with God (38:15) She wants to teach a class about King David's prayers (41:04) The program was designed to speed up brain processing for people with disabilities (45:49) Talk about some people you'd like to partner with with Tulsi (48:31) I'm wondering if your dad has any tips on parenting a beautiful daughter (49:04) You've heard from my mom. How did I raise such beautiful girl? And some tips of raising a daughter is Connect with Caroline Bass: - Website: https://carolinebasshealth.com/ Connect with Reena Friedman Watts: - Website: bettercalldaddy.com - LinkedIn: Reena Friedman Watts - Twitter: @reenareena - Instagram: @reenafriedmanwatts - Instagram Podcast: @bettercalldaddypodcast We love hearing your feedback. Leave us a review, share your thoughts, and spread the word about this enriching episode. Share it with someone who appreciates the importance of resilience, natural remedies, and the wisdom of experience. Show notes created by https://headliner.app

We are now in Perek Shira. The song of the night is a pasuk from Tehilim 92,3 לְהַגִּ֣יד בַּבֹּ֣קֶר חַסְדֶּ֑ךָ וֶ֝אֱמ֥וּנָתְךָ֗ בַּלֵּילֽוֹת / In the morning, we speak of God's kindness and Your trustworthiness and loyalty in the night. Rashi says לְהַגִּ֣יד בַּבֹּ֣קֶר חַסְדֶּ֑ךָ / In the morning, we speak of God's kindness refers to the time of the Geula / redemption. When Mashiach comes we're going to talk all about Hashem's Hessed , but now we're in the difficulties of Galut / exile, we have to trust that He will keep His guarantee to us. That's what we're supposed to be doing. Tov L'Hodot L'Hashem/It's a good idea to thank Hashem. So the song of the night is the song of Galut . We're in a long, dark night, and we're singing the song of Emunah that we're going to get out of this one day. This is built into our prayers. The Gemara in Berachot 12A says, if you don't say Emet V'Yatziv in the morning and Emet Emuna at night, you do not fulfill your obligation, based on our pasuk לְהַגִּ֣יד בַּבֹּ֣קֶר חַסְדֶּ֑ך ָ… In the morning we say, Emet V'Yatziv/God is true and solid , or stationery . As the Gaon of Vilna says in his commentary Kol Eliyahu on the Gemara in Berachot , Yatziv refers to something that is steadfast , that happened already. In the morning, we talk about Yetziat Mitzrayim, which happened already. Emunah talks about the future, what we're hoping for, that God will keep his promise. That is the reason we use that terminology. Rabbenu Yonah on Berachot adds that we're not necessarily talking about Boker and Lilah in a metaphor of redemption and exile. Rather, every night we go to sleep and we trust God. B'Yadecha Afkid Ruchi/I put my soul into Your hands. I'm giving You my soul as a deposit, and I'm trusting You that I'm going to get it back in the morning. Moreover, the commentaries say we owe God a lot . When a person owes somebody money and then gives him a bracelet to watch, technically, the person can say, " You gave me your gold bracelet to watch, and since you owe me $10,000. I'll keep the gold bracelet." So too, God really could say, " You owe me a lot. You have a lot of sins. I gave you a lot of good things. You owe me. I'm not giving your soul back." But no. We trusted God and gave Him our soul to watch. But just like I trust the man to watch my gold bracelet, although legally he could keep it, it would be a lack of loyalty. It would be deceptive. And therefore, God gives our soul back. That's why every morning, when we say Modeh Ani, we end with the words, Rabba Emunatecha / You are very loyal and trustworthy. You gave me back my soul. And that's what it means לְהַגִּ֣יד בַּבֹּ֣קֶר חַסְדֶּ֑ךָ / in the morning, I speak of God's kindness . The kindness is that He he gave me back my soul. I trusted and He gave back my soul. So every single morning we have that constant reminder of God's kindness and loyalty. That's the song of the night. I trust Hashem. I'm going to give Him my soul. I know He's going to give it back to me. I have no doubts of God's loyalty . The pasuk in Eicha that Modeh Ani comes from says, חֲדָשִׁים֙ לַבְּקָרִ֔ים רַבָּ֖ה אֱמוּנָתֶֽךָ׃ We are refreshed anew in the morning, great is your trustworthiness. There are two aspects to this. The loyalty is, He gives me back my soul. But when I gave my soul in,it was tired. Back to our Mashal-I gave my gold bracelet to somebody to watch, and I owe him $10,000. The fact that he gave me the bracelet back, that's loyalty, that's trustworthiness. But what's more, imagine if the gold bracelet was all dingy and grimy when I gave it to him, and the man polished it and gave it back to me new. So too, Rabbenu Yonah says, When I go to sleep at night, I'm tired. I have no energy. But God gives me back my soul refreshed. That is the chesed . That's the song of the night. לְהַגִּ֣יד בַּבֹּ֣קֶר חַסְדֶּ֑ךָ וֶ֝אֱמ֥וּנָתְךָ֗ בַּלֵּילֽוֹת We have to understand and appreciate what happens every night as God rejuvenates our soul. We trust Him. We trust God in Galut . It's a song of loyalty and trustworthiness, the song of the night.

Farbrengen in honor of Gimmel Tammuz with Rav Pinson (pt. 1). Emunah and the Power of Modeh Ani --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ravpinsonpodcast/support

Te presentamos un ritual ancestral judío llamado Netilat Yadayim, el lavado de manos, para purificar el cuerpo y la mente de las energías negativas acumuladas durante el sueño. Este nos explica que al dormir, el alma asciende a esferas superiores y al regresar al cuerpo puede traer consigo impurezas espirituales. Lavarse las manos con agua al despertar, recitando la bendición del Modeh Ani, permite restablecer la conexión con la energía vital y santificar la perspectiva del nuevo día.

Enjoy the read-along options: Ashkenazic | Sephardic | ChassidicWhat if every mundane activity in your life could be transformed into an act of holiness? Join us as we navigate the profound connection between our physical bodies and the holy soul within, reflecting on prayers like "Elokai Neshama" and "Modeh Ani." We explore how our physical actions, when infused with spiritual intention, can elevate our daily lives, drawing inspiration from Jewish practices and the stories of our patriarchs.This episode takes you on a journey through the essence of our unique spiritual missions and the purity of the soul, using Moshe Rabbeinu's role as a crucial messenger of Hashem to illustrate our direct service to God. We discuss the importance of maintaining the soul's purity and elevating physical experiences through mitzvot and blessings, uncovering the Talmud's divine comparisons between the soul and God.Finally, we explore the concept of second chances through the significance of Pesach Sheni, a holiday that epitomizes the enduring possibility of reconnecting with our Jewish identity. We reflect on the metaphor of a diamond to illustrate the soul's journey, urging us to refine and beautify our neshama through our actions and mitzvahs. This episode inspires us to live a life of spiritual beauty, deeply connected with Hashem, and appreciate the divinity in every stage of our existence.Download the Prayer Podcast Worksheets:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1iBVevW1ydyjSeyeO0iCcina7e8vix3Lt?usp=sharingThis Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Dr. Leonard & June GoldbergThis episode (Ep. #16) of the Prayer Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Dr. Leonard & June Goldberg! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Levin Family Studio (B) to a live audience on May 28, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 2, 2024_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

Enjoy the read-along options: Ashkenazic | Sephardic | ChassidicWhat if every mundane activity in your life could be transformed into an act of holiness? Join us as we navigate the profound connection between our physical bodies and the holy soul within, reflecting on prayers like "Elokai Neshama" and "Modeh Ani." We explore how our physical actions, when infused with spiritual intention, can elevate our daily lives, drawing inspiration from Jewish practices and the stories of our patriarchs.This episode takes you on a journey through the essence of our unique spiritual missions and the purity of the soul, using Moshe Rabbeinu's role as a crucial messenger of Hashem to illustrate our direct service to God. We discuss the importance of maintaining the soul's purity and elevating physical experiences through mitzvot and blessings, uncovering the Talmud's divine comparisons between the soul and God.Finally, we explore the concept of second chances through the significance of Pesach Sheni, a holiday that epitomizes the enduring possibility of reconnecting with our Jewish identity. We reflect on the metaphor of a diamond to illustrate the soul's journey, urging us to refine and beautify our neshama through our actions and mitzvahs. This episode inspires us to live a life of spiritual beauty, deeply connected with Hashem, and appreciate the divinity in every stage of our existence.Download the Prayer Podcast Worksheets:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1iBVevW1ydyjSeyeO0iCcina7e8vix3Lt?usp=sharingThis Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Dr. Leonard & June GoldbergThis episode (Ep. #15) of the Prayer Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Dr. Leonard & June Goldberg! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on May 28, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on June 2, 2024_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

Achrei Mos- No Tumah Can Stop The Modeh Ani of A Jew by Rabbi Avi Zakutinsky

Enjoy the Read Along: Read AlongEmbark on a spiritual awakening with us, as we uncover the layers of meaning within the morning blessings and prayers that follow the sacred Modeh Ani. Tap into the ancient wisdom of handwashing, a symbolic act of renewal, and join us in contemplating the soul's overnight purification. We'll explore the transformative power of embracing Hashem's omnipresence in our lives, understanding how this deep recognition can cultivate a life filled with joy and devoid of unnecessary worries. By acknowledging Hashem's pivotal role, we learn to trust in His provision, navigating our days with renewed faith and vigor.Together, we'll celebrate the inseparable bond between the Jewish people and the Torah, a relationship as holy as matrimony, cherished anew every Shabbos. We share insights on the paramount duty we hold as parents and educators to pass on the torch of Torah wisdom to our children, ensuring that our heritage blooms for generations to come. We will also delve into the power of prayer for the prosperity and spiritual steadfastness of our descendants, affirming our responsibility to uphold this lineage of devotion. As we close, we extend a heartfelt blessing for the fortitude to hold fast to our daily commitment to this divine connection. Amen.Download the Prayer Podcast Worksheets:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1iBVevW1ydyjSeyeO0iCcina7e8vix3Lt?usp=sharingThis Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Dr. Leonard & June GoldbergThis episode (Ep. #13) of the Prayer Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Dr. Leonard & June Goldberg! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on April 2, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on April 7, 2024_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

Enjoy the Read Along: Read AlongEmbark on a spiritual awakening with us, as we uncover the layers of meaning within the morning blessings and prayers that follow the sacred Modeh Ani. Tap into the ancient wisdom of handwashing, a symbolic act of renewal, and join us in contemplating the soul's overnight purification. We'll explore the transformative power of embracing Hashem's omnipresence in our lives, understanding how this deep recognition can cultivate a life filled with joy and devoid of unnecessary worries. By acknowledging Hashem's pivotal role, we learn to trust in His provision, navigating our days with renewed faith and vigor.Together, we'll celebrate the inseparable bond between the Jewish people and the Torah, a relationship as holy as matrimony, cherished anew every Shabbos. We share insights on the paramount duty we hold as parents and educators to pass on the torch of Torah wisdom to our children, ensuring that our heritage blooms for generations to come. We will also delve into the power of prayer for the prosperity and spiritual steadfastness of our descendants, affirming our responsibility to uphold this lineage of devotion. As we close, we extend a heartfelt blessing for the fortitude to hold fast to our daily commitment to this divine connection. Amen.Download the Prayer Podcast Worksheets:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1iBVevW1ydyjSeyeO0iCcina7e8vix3Lt?usp=sharingThis Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Dr. Leonard & June GoldbergThis episode (Ep. #13) of the Prayer Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Dr. Leonard & June Goldberg! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on April 2, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on April 7, 2024_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

We're thrilled to bring this experience closer to you by presenting a prayer read-along in both Ashkenazic and Sephardic dialects, enhancing our personal connection to these sacred words. Ashkenazic Read along is done by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH, and the Sephardic read along is done by Rabbi Danny Masri of Congregation Beth Rambam in Houston, Texas.This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Dr. Leonard & June GoldbergThis episode (Ep. #12) of the Prayer Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Dr. Leonard & June Goldberg! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on March 26, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 31, 2024_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

Welcome to a transformative journey into the essence of gratitude and servitude with the Modeh Ani prayer at the heart of our discussion. Embark on a path that promises to elevate your spiritual routine by integrating the twelve words that can redefine your mornings, bringing you closer to Hashem. Together, we explore how beginning each day with a thankful heart not only enriches our own lives but also honors our unique connection to the Divine. You'll discover the profound impact of recognizing your irreplaceable soul and the distinct purpose you hold in this world, all through the lens of Jewish thankfulness.As we share this intimate dialogue with God, we reaffirm our role as His servants and embrace the responsibility that comes with it. The episode delves into the idea that our every action is a testament to our relationship with the Eternal Creator, and how this shapes our approach to life's challenges and opportunities. We're thrilled to bring this experience closer to you by presenting prayer read-alongs in both Ashkenazic and Sephardic dialects, enhancing your personal connection to these sacred words. Join us in reflecting on the beauty of each new day, the potential it holds, and the gratitude we express for the love and belief Hashem has in each of us.This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Dr. Leonard & June GoldbergThis episode (Ep. #12) of the Prayer Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Dr. Leonard & June Goldberg! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on March 26, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 31, 2024_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

We're thrilled to bring this experience closer to you by presenting a prayer read-along in both Ashkenazic and Sephardic dialects, enhancing our personal connection to these sacred words. Ashkenazic Read along is done by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH, and the Sephardic read along is done by Rabbi Danny Masri of Congregation Beth Rambam in Houston, Texas.This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Dr. Leonard & June GoldbergThis episode (Ep. #12) of the Prayer Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Dr. Leonard & June Goldberg! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on March 26, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 31, 2024_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

We're thrilled to bring this experience closer to you by presenting a prayer read-along in both Ashkenazic and Sephardic dialects, enhancing our personal connection to these sacred words. Ashkenazic Read along is done by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH, and the Sephardic read along is done by Rabbi Danny Masri of Congregation Beth Rambam in Houston, Texas.This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Dr. Leonard & June GoldbergThis episode (Ep. #12) of the Prayer Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Dr. Leonard & June Goldberg! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on March 26, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 31, 2024_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

We're thrilled to bring this experience closer to you by presenting a prayer read-along in both Ashkenazic and Sephardic dialects, enhancing our personal connection to these sacred words. Ashkenazic Read along is done by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH, and the Sephardic read along is done by Rabbi Danny Masri of Congregation Beth Rambam in Houston, Texas.This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Dr. Leonard & June GoldbergThis episode (Ep. #12) of the Prayer Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Dr. Leonard & June Goldberg! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on March 26, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 31, 2024_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

Enjoy the Read Along: Ashkenazic Read Along | Sephardic Read AlongWelcome to a transformative journey into the essence of gratitude and servitude with the Modeh Ani prayer at the heart of our discussion. Embark on a path that promises to elevate your spiritual routine by integrating the twelve words that can redefine your mornings, bringing you closer to Hashem. Together, we explore how beginning each day with a thankful heart not only enriches our own lives but also honors our unique connection to the Divine. You'll discover the profound impact of recognizing your irreplaceable soul and the distinct purpose you hold in this world, all through the lens of Jewish thankfulness.As we share this intimate dialogue with God, we reaffirm our role as His servants and embrace the responsibility that comes with it. The episode delves into the idea that our every action is a testament to our relationship with the Eternal Creator, and how this shapes our approach to life's challenges and opportunities. We're thrilled to bring this experience closer to you by presenting prayer read-alongs in both Ashkenazic and Sephardic dialects, enhancing your personal connection to these sacred words. Join us in reflecting on the beauty of each new day, the potential it holds, and the gratitude we express for the love and belief Hashem has in each of us.Download the Prayer Podcast Worksheets:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1iBVevW1ydyjSeyeO0iCcina7e8vix3Lt?usp=sharingThis Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Dr. Leonard & June GoldbergThis episode (Ep. #12) of the Prayer Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Dr. Leonard & June Goldberg! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on March 26, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 31, 2024_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

התוכן כדי להבין את דברי הרמב"ם אין צורך להמתין עד "בן חמש עשרה לגמרא". כמ"ש הרמב"ם בהקדמתו שמטרתו "שיהיו כל הדינין גלויין לקטן ולגדול". גם לקטן כפשוטו יכולים להסביר דברי הרמב"ם. ולדוגמא – הלכה הראשונה: ילד קטן מבין בפשטות ש"יסוד היסודות ועמוד החכמות" הוא "לידע שיש שם מצוי ראשון, והוא ממציא כל הנמצאים". והרי על סמך אמונה זו הוא אומר "מודה אני", מברך על האכילה ושתי' וכו'. ואי"ז רק באופן של אמונה כ"א גם באופן המובן בשכלו – "לידע שיש וכו'": ילד קטן מבין שהוריו דואגים לו לכל צרכיו שלכן צריך לכבדם וכו', וכאשר הוריו אומרים לו ש"אבינו שבשמים" נותן להם הכח והאפשרות לזה – מבין בפשטות שצריך לומר "מודה אני" ולברך על האוכל וכיו"ב, ובתמימות – בלי ה"חקירות" של הגדולים... ועד"ז מבין ילד יהודי בפשטות מ"ש הרמב"ם בסיום ספרו ש"באותו הזמן .. לא יהי' עסק כל העולם אלא לדעת את ה' בלבד .. שנאמר ומלאה הארץ דעה את ה' כמים לים מכסים". ועד"ז בנוגע לשאר הענינים שנתבארו ברמב"ם. משיחת ט"ו תמוז ה'תשמ"ה ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=27-03-2024 Synopsis To understand the Rambam, one need not be the age of “fifteen for Gemara”; as the Rambam himself writes in his introduction, his goal is “that all the laws be revealed to young and old alike.” For example, the very first halachah in Rambam: a small child understands plainly that “The foundation of all foundations and the pillar of wisdom” is “to know that there is a Primary Being, and He brings all existence into being.” And it's not just something the child has by faith, but also intellectually – just as he understands that his parents take care of all his needs and that he must therefore honor them, etc., when his parents tell him that “our Father in Heaven” gives them the ability to provide for him – it is obvious to the child that he must say Modeh Ani and make brachos over his food etc. to thank Him, and he does it wholesomely, without any room for debate etc. Similarly, a Jewish child understands plainly what the Rambam says at the end of his sefer, that, “At that time... the occupation of the whole world will be only to know Hashem…as it written, ‘The earth will be filled with the knowledge of Hashem as the waters cover the sea.'” And the same applies to the rest of the Rambam as well.Excerpt from sichah of 15 Tammuz 5745 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=27-03-2024

¿Cómo podemos aprender a manejar la decepción? ¿Y cómo puede ayudar la oración Modeh Ani?

How can we learn to handle disappointment? And how can the prayer Modeh Ani help?

Unlock the vibrant essence of prayer with us as we journey through the transformative power of heartfelt supplication. As we gear up to dissect the morning prayers, starting with "Modeh Ani," we reveal how infusing your prayers with understanding and connection can elevate a static ritual into an electrifying conversation with the divine. Picture two rug stores: one bursting with energy and another stagnant and lifeless. This imagery serves as a poignant comparison to our discussions on prayer, highlighting the necessity of bringing these ancient words to life in our ever-evolving spiritual practice.Embark on a quest to turn every challenge into a blessing as we share wisdom from our forebears and personal anecdotes that showcase the power of a prayerful life. Just as a mother's milk nourishes her child with unending freshness, so too should our prayers be a living, breathing sustenance for our souls. We'll probe the sacred structure set forth by the Great Assembly, and through tales and teachings, we hope to inspire your daily recitations to become as impactful and revitalizing as they are sincere. May every word we utter in prayer climb like a living entity into the heavens, transforming adversities into growth, and leaving you with a week filled with the grace of answered prayers.This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Dr. Leonard & June GoldbergThis episode (Ep. #11) of the Prayer Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Dr. Leonard & June Goldberg! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on March 19, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 24, 2024_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

Unlock the vibrant essence of prayer with us as we journey through the transformative power of heartfelt supplication. As we gear up to dissect the morning prayers, starting with "Modeh Ani," we reveal how infusing your prayers with understanding and connection can elevate a static ritual into an electrifying conversation with the divine. Picture two rug stores: one bursting with energy and another stagnant and lifeless. This imagery serves as a poignant comparison to our discussions on prayer, highlighting the necessity of bringing these ancient words to life in our ever-evolving spiritual practice.Embark on a quest to turn every challenge into a blessing as we share wisdom from our forebears and personal anecdotes that showcase the power of a prayerful life. Just as a mother's milk nourishes her child with unending freshness, so too should our prayers be a living, breathing sustenance for our souls. We'll probe the sacred structure set forth by the Great Assembly, and through tales and teachings, we hope to inspire your daily recitations to become as impactful and revitalizing as they are sincere. May every word we utter in prayer climb like a living entity into the heavens, transforming adversities into growth, and leaving you with a week filled with the grace of answered prayers.This Podcast Series is Generously Underwritten by Dr. Leonard & June GoldbergThis episode (Ep. #11) of the Prayer Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH is dedicated to my dearest friends, Dr. Leonard & June Goldberg! May Hashem bless you and always lovingly accept your prayer for good health, success and true happiness!!!Recorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on March 19, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on March 24, 2024_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

The most important prayers you pray just might be the routine, seemingly mundane daily prayers. Catch this episode as Pesach and Doug explore the daily Jewish prayer liturgy from first moment you awaken to washing your hands to using the bathroom to before your head hits the pillow. This episode will leave you feeling inspired to be in constant communication with the Most High. To read producer Scott Kahn's meditation on the Modeh Ani prayer, click here.

התוכן [המשך] בזמננו שרוב בני הנוער עסוקים רוב הזמן בענינים שאינם תומ"צ – הי' צ"ל פשוט אצל אלו שתפקידם לחנך אותם, שכל רגע מאותם שעות הספורות שמוקדשים לחינוך בד' אמות של תורה צ"ל מנוצל עבור בניית יסודי היהדות, ובפועל ממשיכים הם בבניית ענינים של "תפארה" כאשר לתלמידים חסרים היסודות! ההורים נותנים בידיהם את הילד כדי שהם יעשו ממנו "יהודי" מה"יסוד". זהו תפקידם! ואא"פ לפעול זאת אא"כ יתחילו לספר לילדים מהי יהדות ולהבטיח שהם מקיימים מצוות בפועל! הילדים רוצים לעשות מה שצריכים אבל לא יודעים מה. מלמד או ר"י שאינו דואג שהילדים יאמרו מודה אני, יטלו ידים, יאמרו ברכת התורה לפני הלימוד, ויתפללו מנחה ומעריב לאחרי הלימוד – תלוי' האשמה בו! השאלה היא האם בכלל מותר ללמוד תורה עם נער שאינו מקיים מצוות... טענת המלמד שלפי הסדר הי' הנער צריך להגיע אליו לאחרי שלימדו אותו את היסודות – צריך להתדיין עם שאר המלמדים... הנער אינו אשם בכך... טענת הנער כלפיו הוא – שינצל את השעות הספורות איתו לפעול עליו שנשמתו תהי' דבוקה בה'! [המשך יבוא]משיחת י' שבט ה'תשט"ו ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=05-02-2024 Synopsis [Continued.] These days, when most of the youth spend most of their time occupied in things other than Torah and mitzvos – it should be obvious to those in charge of educating them, that of those few hours they have for Jewish education within the four cubits of Torah – every moment must be used to build up the foundations of Judaism. But in practice, they continue focusing on lofty concepts, while the students lack the foundations! Parents entrust a child to the teachers to build the child into a Jew from the foundation up; that's their job. And this is impossible without first teaching children what Judaism is and making sure that they actually perform the practical mitzvos. The children want to do what they must, but they don't know what it is. A teacher or principal who doesn't concern himself with making sure the children say Modeh Ani, wash their hands, say the blessings on the Torah before studying, and daven Mincha and Maariv after studying – the guilt lies on him. If the teacher protests that by the rules, the child ought to arrive in his class only after being taught the foundations – that's a discussion to be had with the other teachers, but it's not the child's fault; the child's complaint to him is that you should use those few hours to see make sure the child's soul has a connection to Hashem. [To be continued.]Excerpt from sichah of Yud Shevat 5715 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=05-02-2024 לזכות יוסף הכהן בן שרה דבורה שי' ראדאל ליום ההולדת שלו כ"ו שבט - לשנת ברכה והצלחה, ואריכות ימים ושנים טובותנדבת ר' יוסף יצחק עמאר ומשפחתו שיחיולזכות חי' מרים בת פריידא שתחי' ליום ההולדת שלה כ"ו שבט - לשנת ברכה והצלחה, ואריכות ימים ושנים טובות

Have you ever stopped to consider the true source of your accomplishments? Join us on an enlightening journey through Parshas Beshalach, where we explore the delicate dance between human initiative and divine providence. In the shadow of the miraculous splitting of the sea, we confront our own stubbornness in recognizing Hashem's hand in our successes. With stories from the Torah and personal anecdotes, including a touching tale of my daughter's matchmaking miracle, we're reminded that our lives are not merely a series of coincidences but a tapestry woven by divine intervention. This episode will challenge you to see the extraordinary within the ordinary and to give credit where it's truly due.Awaken each morning with a heart full of gratitude; that's the message we carry forward as we recount the Pesach Seder's tale of deliverance and the daily saying of "Modeh Ani." By acknowledging Hashem's continued kindness and the real source of our achievements, we open ourselves up to a world brimming with blessings. We invite you to consider how every milestone, be it as monumental as freedom from bondage or as personal as finding love, is guided by the Almighty's hand. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion on the importance of gratitude and the profound impact of recognizing the divine orchestration in our everyday lives.This episode (Ep 6.16) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Beshalach is dedicated in Honor of our dear friend Gary Nathanson & our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on January 23, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on January 24, 2024_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

Have you ever stopped to consider the true source of your accomplishments? Join us on an enlightening journey through Parshas Beshalach, where we explore the delicate dance between human initiative and divine providence. In the shadow of the miraculous splitting of the sea, we confront our own stubbornness in recognizing Hashem's hand in our successes. With stories from the Torah and personal anecdotes, including a touching tale of my daughter's matchmaking miracle, we're reminded that our lives are not merely a series of coincidences but a tapestry woven by divine intervention. This episode will challenge you to see the extraordinary within the ordinary and to give credit where it's truly due.Awaken each morning with a heart full of gratitude; that's the message we carry forward as we recount the Pesach Seder's tale of deliverance and the daily saying of "Modeh Ani." By acknowledging Hashem's continued kindness and the real source of our achievements, we open ourselves up to a world brimming with blessings. We invite you to consider how every milestone, be it as monumental as freedom from bondage or as personal as finding love, is guided by the Almighty's hand. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion on the importance of gratitude and the profound impact of recognizing the divine orchestration in our everyday lives.This episode (Ep 6.16) of the Parsha Review Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Beshalach is dedicated in Honor of our dear friend Gary Nathanson & our Holy Soldiers in the Battlefield and our Torah Scholars in the Study Halls who are fighting for the safety of our nation!Download & Print the Parsha Review Notes:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ncaRyoH5iJmGGoMZs9y82Hz2ofViVouv?usp=sharingRecorded in the TORCH Centre - Studio B to a live audience on January 23, 2024, in Houston, Texas.Released as Podcast on January 24, 2024_____________DONATE to TORCH: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outreach and educational efforts at https://www.torchweb.org/support.php. Thank you!_____________SUBSCRIBE and LISTEN to other podcasts by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe: NEW!! Prayer Podcast: https://prayerpodcast.transistor.fm/episodesJewish Inspiration Podcast: https://inspiration.transistor.fm/episodesParsha Review Podcast: https://parsha.transistor.fm/episodesLiving Jewishly Podcast: https://jewishly.transistor.fm/episodesThinking Talmudist Podcast: https://talmud.transistor.fm/episodesUnboxing Judaism Podcast: https://unboxing.transistor.fm/episodesRabbi Aryeh Wolbe Podcast Collection: https://collection.transistor.fm/episodesFor a full listing of podcasts available by TORCH at https://www.TORCHpodcasts.com_____________EMAIL your questions, comments, and feedback: awolbe@torchweb.org_____________Please visit www.torchweb.org to see a full listing of our outreach and educational resources available in the Greater Houston area! ★ Support this podcast ★

התוכן סיבת הצום בעשרה בטבת היא ש"סמך מלך בבל אל ירושלים", דהיינו שיש להלחם ולבטל אפי' "סמיכות" מלך בבל לירושלים (גם אם החומה עדיין לא נפגמה), ואם לא‏ – ‏זה יכול להביא לתוצאות חמורות ר"ל. וההוראה: "ירושלים" נק' על שם "שלימות היראה"‏ – ‏קדושה, ו"בבל" קאי על עניני עוה"ז שהם באופן של "בלבול" שלא יודעים להבחין בין עניני קדושה ועניני חול וכו', ועל היהודי לדעת ש"ירושלים" ו"בבל" הם שני ענינים נפרדים ואסור לתת להיצה"ר לעשות ביניהם איזה "סמיכות". ובעבודה היום יומית: התחלת היום היא עם אמירת "מודה אני", תפלה ולימוד התורה שלאח"ז‏ – ‏"ירושלים", אבל אח"כ כשצריך להתעסק בעניני העולם לצורך פרנסה וכו'‏ – ‏"בבל", עליו לדעת שבעצם אין לו שייכות לזה, וצריך לעמוד ב"ריחוק מקום" מזה ולהתעסק בזה "בלא לב ולב", ועי"ז ה"ה מעלה את עניני העולם לקדושה.‏ב' חלקים משיחת יום ג' דפ' ויחי, עשרה בטבת ה'תשמ"ב ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=22-12-2023 Synopsis Asarah B'Teves marks the “the king of Bavel laying siege [‘coming close'] to Yerushalayim”; we must fight to make sure that the king of Bavel can't even get “close” to Yerushalayim (even before he can reach the wall etc.); otherwise, the results can be severe Rachmana litzlan. The lesson is: Yerushalayim connotes holiness – Yiras Shalem (“complete awe”), while Bavel represents worldly matters, where we can't see what's holy and what's mundane etc. A Jew must know that Yerushalayim and Bavel are separate, and we must not allow any “closeness” between them. In terms of one's daily service: at the beginning of the day, one says Modeh Ani, davens, and studies Torah – Yerushalayim. But afterwards, when he engages in worldly matters – Bavel – he must know that in essence he has no connection to worldly matters, and he must remain far away from it, without investing his heart in it. In this way, he transforms Bavel into holiness.Two excerpts from sichah of Tuesday, Parashas Vayechi, Asarah B'Teves 5742 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=22-12-2023 לזכות צמח דוד בן קרן ברכה לבנה שי' ליום הולדת שלו עשרה בטבת - לשנת ברכה והצלחה, ואריכות ימים ושנים טובותנדבת הוריו ר' יהודה וזוגתו שיחיו ‏גוזלן

התוכן בשיעור היומי בספר המצוות להרמב"ם לומדים אודות דיני בכור, שיש בו קדושה, ושאסור לאכול בכור (בהמה) חוץ מירושלים. וההוראה: כל דבר שהוא ראשון צריך יהודי להקדיש לה'. לדוגמא, יהודי צריך להתחיל את היום בענין של קדושה, ולכן מיד כשניעור משנתו אומר מודה אני לפניך וכו'. ונוסף לזה, צריך לפעול שגם המקום שבו מקדיש את ה"בכור" לה' יהי' מקום של קדושה – "ירושלים", ובדוגמא הנ"ל – לעשות גם החדר שבו אומר "מודה אני" מקום קדוש. בשיעור היומי בספר הי"ד להרמב"ם, כותב: "כל הבכורות אדם רואה (אם יכולים לאכלן במומן) חוץ מבכור עצמו". וההוראה: אין לאדם לסמוך על עצמו בענינים השייכים ונוגעים אליו, כי יתכן שהוא "משוחד" ואינו רואה הדבר כפי שהוא לאמיתתו.משיחת יום ה', ח"י תשרי, ב' דחוה"מ סוכות ה'תשמ"ו להילדים והילדות ד"צבאות השם" שיחיו ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=23-10-2023 Synopsis Today's portion of Sefer Hamitzvos discusses how a firstborn is holy, and that a firstborn animal may not be eaten outside of Yerushalayim. The lesson is: Anything that comes first must be sanctified to Hashem. For example, a Jew must begin the day with something holy; therefore, the first thing he thinks and says upon waking up is Modeh Ani etc. Moreover, the place in which one sanctifies the “firstborn” must be turned into a holy place – “Yerushalayim” – for example, the room in which he says Modeh Ani should become a holy place. Today's Rambam states that “A person can inspect all firstborn animals [for blemishes] except his own firstborn animal.” The lesson is: When it comes to something that personally affects someone, he cannot not rely on himself to objective, but must rather ask someone qualified.Excerpt from sicha of Thursday, 18 Tishrei, second day of Chol Hamoed Sukkos 5746 – to Tzivos Hashem For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=23-10-2023

“Even when it doesn't feel like there is excitement, there are our rhythms and there are our cycles.”— Bluth After the social and structured rituals of the High Holidays, the month of Cheshvan is a period of personal contemplation during which we turn to the quieter rhythms of our daily commitments. The absence of Holy Days during this month challenges us to source our connection with the sacred from within. In doing so, we are able to look both back and forward to address our priorities — what is meaningful and important at this moment.This instalment of the Living Jewishly Podcasts revisits the Cheshvan episode of Sacred Time, a podcast devoted to the healing art of the Hebrew calendar.  Bluth and Ganga Devi discuss the month of Cheshvan, and the many ways that we can develop structures and systems to reconnect us with our true priorities in life.Though it is a more introspective month, it is still one of action. The process of self-inquiry identifies what is precious and tender to us, so we are then able to step fully into those relationships — with the divine, with our loved ones, and with ourselves.“The structures and systems of religions should exist to support each of our own personal and direct relationships with what is sacred.”— Ganga DeviThis‌ ‌episode discusses:‌ ‌Being mindful of how we relate to systems of authority and power outside of ourselves in our relationship with what is sacredThe importance of motivating ourselves to find empowerment in responsibility by creating our own structures in the absence of external onesWhy Cheshvan is the perfect time to focus on restorative and nurturing self-care  ‌  Highlights:‌ ‌00:51  Intro01:51  The month of Cheshvan04:42  What is sacred to us?08:03  Self-inquiry & creating our own structures10:38  External structures12:22  The sacred in the mundane13:37  Taking action & finding support16:50  Rhythms & cycles18:20  Modeh Ani & daily commitments25:06  The School of Living JewishlyLinks:‌ ‌ Living Jewishly Yoga for Cheshvan with Jenna Zadaka: https://livingjewishly.org/rosh-chodesh-cheshvan-with-guest-yoga-teacher-jenna-zadaka The School of Living Jewishlyhttps://www.schooloflivingjewishly.com To get in contact or learn more about Living Jewishly:  Visit‌ ‌our ‌website: https://livingjewishly.org  Follow us on Instagram: @living.jewishly  Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO2YEegjapKpQeXG6zh6tzw   or send us an email at hello@livingjewishly.org.    Shalom!

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In this week's episode, we hit the road for a special live interview set in one of the most enchanting places on Earth - Camp Simcha. Camp Simcha is the cherished haven of Chai Lifeline, dedicated to children bravely fighting against cancer and other persistent illnesses.   Our focus turned to four remarkable young girls, each engaged in a unique battle. Lily, wrestling with epilepsy; Efrat, confronting spina bifida; Esther, a warrior against cancer; and Navah, with a compromised immune system, all shared their inspiring stories with us.   More about Camp Simcha here: https://www.campsimcha.org/   ____________________________________ ✬ SPONSOR OF THIS EPISODE ✬ ____________________________________   ► ENCORE is your next opportunity   Become an ABA provider opportunity for men and women in Rockland, Teaneck, Passaic and Lakewood. And DIR/Floortime opportunities in Lakewood, NJ. And so much more, for great pay! Call: (855) 411- 2273  More here: https://www.EncoreSupport.org   ____________________________________ ► The Daily Tefillin Revolution is Making a Party   On September 10th at 9 am come to the American Dream Mall in NJ for an uplifting shachris, yummy breakfast, entrance into the waterpark and a concert by Eitan Katz ... all FREE (for men only).   Please sign up here: https://DailyTefillin.com   Also join our chats!   Boys Tefillin - https://tefillin.pics Modeh Ani: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Jj6CJwrX2dsKoycnt8Tpq5   Girls Nishmas - https://chat.whatsapp.com/LpTLYebsG8z40BoENt8bW3 Modeh Ani - https://chat.whatsapp.com/JjvwiHPSf8c9z08XB4O6Zw   Your life will get so much more beautiful!   ____________________________________ LIVING LCHAIM WHATSAPP GROUP   Get exclusive insider sneak peeks to upcoming episodes in our Living Lchaim group: https://bit.ly/44sjUIO   This episode is in memory of: • Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima • Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe   Our free call-in-to-listen feature is here: • USA: (712) 432-3489 • UK: 0333-366-0154 • ISRAEL: 079-579-5088    Follow us on social media for more content: • TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@livinglchaim • IG - https://www.instagram.com/livinglchaim/ • FB - https://www.facebook.com/livinglchaim • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/living-lchaim • Website - https://www.livinglchaim.com/   Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.com   WhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes:  914-222-5513   Help Support or Episodes with Dedicating an Episode in Memory of a Loved One or As a Zechus for a Refua Shilama! ► Help Here: https://www.livinglchaim.com/in-memory   Lchaim!

In this class we study the origins and development of Elohai Neshama, as well as some of the parallel prayers that were said in other communities. We also take a brief look at Modeh Ani.

Modeh Ani- A Mindful Path to Self-DisciplineIn this week's Pause™ cast the theme we are working on together is the need to cultivate a repeated discipline, a genuine training, in order to let go of our old habits of mind and to find and sustain a new way of BE-ing. Pause Point: Life moves pretty fast Daniel Wirzberger teaches us - if you don't pause to look around once in awhile, you could miss it. For further questions, comments, observations and feedback please be in touch with Dr. Benjy at  benjy.pause@meaninfulminute.org Pause with us with the WhatsApp status that's there for your mental health and wellness. Subscribe here: https://wa.me/message/JTOPZMPC7PZWD1Subscribe to our PodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pause/id1671585441?uo=4Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7bZGWuAkN5Rz22Q8Gv4oWr?si=f70eff37e9d54d79Google Podcasts: PauseMeaningful MinuteOr wherever Podcasts are available!Follow us on Instagram: @pausemindfulness @drbenjyAudio: Ben WallickEditor: Gavi KutliroffPodcast created by: Dr. Benjy Epstein And Meaningful Minute For more info and upcoming news check out: https://Meaningfulminute.org/pause #jew #jewish #podcast #psychology #frumpodcast #wellness #mindfulness #jewishmeditation #jewishpodcast #israel  #benjyepstein #jewishpod  #torah #selfcare #thankyouhashem #ohrapparel 

Today, I am going to take you on a journey through some Chassidic sources on prayer. What does it really mean to be in a dialogue with Hashem when we pray? How can we use prayer as an opportunity for us to cultivate a daily spiritual clarity? And what is the deeper meaning of the small, daily prayer of Modeh Ani? || To shop our Tefillah Collection, visit humanandholy.com. To sponsor an episode of the podcast, visit humanandholy.com/sponsor.

In the latest edition of his Search for Meaning podcast, Stephen Wise Temple Senior Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback hosts friend, colleague, collaborator, and author Rabbi Matthew Gewirtz, who has just published his memoir: "To Build a Brave Space: The Making of a Spiritual First Responder."The senior rabbi at Congregation B'nai Jeshurun in New Jersey, Rabbi Gewirtz had finished a manuscript just before the COVID-19 pandemic, but the outbreak forced him to re-frame (and in truth, re-write) the entire book. He did that while guiding his synagogue through unprecedented challenges and tending to the health and wellbeing of his own family. "I had to write the book twice, but the second time, [the publisher] wanted it framed as a memoir," Rabbi Gewirtz says. "He thought that the credibility I would gain from people learning about me as a human being would allow me to make the political commentary I make at the end of the book."Originally, Rabbi Gewirtz rejected the subtitle, "The Making of a Spiritual First Responder.""Who are we to be spiritual first responders after all?" he says. "EMTs and doctors and nurses and frontline workers are working with blood and life-and-death emergencies all the time."His publisher insisted: Clergy like him were serving the soul of people in the same way, and in many instances, throughout the lives of their congregants.Rabbi Gewirtz -- the son of a Hofstra professor, the dyed-in-the-wool New Yorker raised in Manhattan -- immediately thought of September 11, 2001, when he was a mere four years into his rabbinate. He vividly recalls how his senior rabbi Rodeph Sholom directed the clergy team to look up which congregants had offices in the Twin Towers. They divvied up the list and went from apartment building, knocking on doors and ringing doorbells. He recalls entering the apartment of one congregant who died in the attack, and then, years later, counseling that congregant's daughter through years of having to re-live such a personal loss in front of crowds at memorial ceremonies.The two rabbis discuss middle-of-the-night calls and unexpected tragedies, but also the miracles they respond to on a daily basis, from weddings to children born to couples who had spent years trying. Both sports fans, they view their lives through the lens of a baseball player who still knows that he can still hit a home run, even after striking out four times the night before. As they delve into the Jewish perspectives on hope and renewal, they explore the roots of the morning prayer for gratitude, "Modeh Ani," the tragedy in Turkey and Syria, and the current political climate.

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0:00 - How does hishtadlus work? And how do we express appreciation when it works out? 2:30 - Is Hashem limited by logic? And if not, can we make a necessary truth not necessary? 16:30 - Can G-d learn something new? 19:00 - What's the uniqueness of Rivkah's being barren? And that she's no longer barren after Isaac's prayer? 22:30 - What is the nature of Modeh Ani? 25:00 - In Shmoneh Esreh, is it superfluous in “Sim Shalom” the phrase “Aleinu v'al kol Yisrael?” 32:00 - What is our position with seeming contradictions? 39:00 - What's the discussion about the luchos? 40:30 - Is the national revelation at Sinai not like other generational myths, like Homer's, for example? 50:30 - Is the “Mana” a myth? Yeshivat Ohr Somayach located in the heart of Jerusalem, is an educational institution for young Jewish English-speaking men. We have a range of classes and programs designed for the intellectually curious and academically inclined - for those with no background in Jewish learning to those who are proficient in Gemara and other original source material. To find the perfect program for you, please visit our website https://ohr.edu/study_in_israel​ or call our placement specialist at 1-254-981-0133 today!

Hadar Cohen (she/her) is a Mizrahi feminist multi-media artist, healer and educator. She is a Jewish mystic who works to build decolonial frameworks for worshiping God. Hadar teaches Jewish scripture and embodied practices through her own mystical devotional school called Malchut. She is an artist and her mediums include performance, movement, writing, weaving, sound and ritual. Check out her work at hadarcohen.me and @hadarcohen32. Join our Patreon: www.patreon.com/dreamingtheworldtocome You can find a video version with captions on our youtube channel. ASL version coming soon. The Indwelling Dreams of Olam haBa planner is now on sale for $36 - makes a great Chanukah gift! Purchase at www.dreamingtheworldtocome.com Show notes: Kislev: The third month in the Hebrew year. Kislev means Pocket Heart. ❤️ Learn more about Sheikh Dr. Ibrahim Baba Farajaje at ibrahimbaba.org Shavuot: Holiday in the Hebrew month of Sivan that commemorates receiving the Torah at Mount Sinai Moda Ani: The feminized Hebrew for Modeh Ani, the prayer that is said upon waking. Rabbi Jill Hammer is an author, teacher, and one of the founders of the Kohenet Institute. One of her many books is called Undertorah: An Earth-Based Kabbalah of Dreams. https://shop.ayinpress.org/products/undertorah Jonah Aline Daniel is a Jewish chandler and ritualist who wrote about Kislev in the first planner that we made. Learn more about Jonah's work at www.narrowbridgecandles.org Interview with Hadar Cohen— Hazan: Spiritual Prayer Leader, cantor Sephardim: Jews from the Mediteranean including parts of northern Africa and southern Europe. Allepo: City in Syria, Jews lived there from as early as the 5th century Ladino: Language of Sephardim, primarily Old Spanish with elements from other old romance languages and enriched by Hebrew, Aramaic and Arabic. Kabbalah / Kabbalists: Literally meaning “Receiving,” a Jewish mystical tradition developed in 12th century Spain. Drawing upon earlier mystical traditions including the Sefer Yetzirah, it offers a tree of life with ten unique “emanations” or sephirot that map between the eternal source and the material world. Kabbalists also use the Hebrew letters and Gematria to make meaning and see into deeper layers of everyday ideas and events. Mizrahim: Literally meaning “east,” can refer to Jews from Mesopatamea and parts of northern Africa. While it was originally coined as a derogatory term in the 50's, it has been reclaimed by many Arab Jews as a political identity. Knesset: legislative state body of Israel IDF: Israel Defense Forces Neviah: the Prophetess/Prophetexx archetype. “Hadar HaNeviah shel Shechinah” means “Hadar, the Prophetess of god's Indwelling Presence.” Olive Meditation and This Way to Olam HaBa — The state of Israel has uprooted tens of thousands of olive trees, in part to build the Apartheid wall in the West Bank and to build illegal (by international standards) settlements. Let's call in the essence of Olive and annoint ourselves in community to do this reparative work: Donate to: tinyurl.com/plantanolivetree Tzedakah: often translated as “charity,” the root word actually means “justice” Double chai: The number 18 is associated with the Hebrew word “chai” which means life. 36 = double chai. “To Know the Dark” is a poem by Wendell Berry, music by Katie Hicks

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