Podcasts about Nitzavim

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Just the Midrash from Nitzavim/Vayeilech (Deuteronomy 29:10 - 31:30).

A recording made after Shabbos of the past weeks Drasha.

These classes teach the day's section of the weekly Torah portion. The lesson is taught using the original Hebrew text with the indispensable commentary of Rashi—both translated and elucidated so that anyone can follow along.

Rabbi Amy Bernstein's weekly Torah study class in person and via Zoom - Devarim/Deuteronomy 29:9 - September 4, 2026.

Parsha “Nitzavim” (Deuteronomy 29:8 through chapter 30) — contains what Mark calls the most concise ‘two-word summary’ of His Word in the Torah, “Choose Life!” But there is SO much more in this one. And, it’s a ‘double-parsha’ this week, which includes chapter 31, “Vayelekh.” It’s one of the most important, ok fundamental, er central – all of that, but perhaps the best word is ‘concise,’ paraschot in Scripture. And it combines some of the most important ‘debunking’ of Big Lies, and even the first description of one of the most important prophecies, too. Mark Call, of Shabbat Shalom Mesa fellowship, covers all of it in the Erev Shabbat reading: https://hebrewnationonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SSM-9-4-26-Nitzavim-Vayelekh-teaching-podcast-xxx.mp3 The concept of “choose life!” is so vital to our understanding of His Instruction [or ‘torah’] that it goes way beyond just a summary, or even a ‘razor’ to “rightly divide the word.” But there is more to that in this parsha: it goes to the heart of Who the Messiah IS, and what He is NOT (a liar, who changed his word, when He said the opposite)… …it gives us the first prophetic promise of the “Greater Exodus” or regathering… …and it succinctly debunks one of the other Biggest Lies in ‘sun-god-day skool’ — that “only jesus could possibly keep ‘The LAW’ – ’cause it’s just plain too hard for the likes of you and me.'” Yahushua, the Real Messiah, said that the path that leads to Life is, “narrow, and FEW there be that find it.” [Matthew 7:13-14] Which should concern those who bought into the big lie that He somehow “did away with” what He Wrote for us, and came in the flesh to teach – correctly. The test is ‘open-Book.’ And it’s straight-forward. But we had better read what it really says. “Nitzavim-Vayelekh: Choose wisely – ‘Choose Life!’ ” https://hebrewnationonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WT-CooH-9-5-26-Nitzavim-Vayelekh-We-STILL-HAVE-the-CHOICE-podcast-xxx.mp3 Service information: Shabbat Shalom Mesa fellowship worship services and teachings are broadcast live every Sabbath, via Paltalk. (www.paltalk.com has both the link, and the app.) The “room name” is “Walking Torah with Shabbat Shalom Mesa,” and can be found via the paltalk search, then bookmarked. Erev Shabbat services begin at 7:00 PM Mountain Time Friday evenings (9 PM Eastern, 8 PM Central) Live Sabbath teachings begin shortly after 11 AM Mountain time on Sabbath day (Saturday). email: mark@markniwot.com The combined two-part reading and Sabbath midrash:

Rashi's commentary is an indispensable part of a person's daily studies. His explanation of Chumash, the first five books of the Torah, clarifies the "simple" meaning of the text so that a bright child of five could understand it. At the same time, it is the crucial foundation of some of the most profound legal analysis and mystical discourses that came after it.

Elul is the 12th and final month of the Jewish calendar year. Elul Unbound is a Judaism Unbound initiative all about making Elul meaningful, through creative digital modalities. In this conversation, Lex Rofeberg and Wendie Bernstein Lash ask what the Torah portion Nitzavim (from Deuteronomy, meaning "standing") can teach us about what it means to gather en masse -- with other Jews on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, or as a broader community beyond just Jews. This Elul episode is the fourth and final conversation in a series of four episodes being released as part of Elul Unbound 2026.--------------------------------------Looking for an intro to Judaism course? The UnYeshiva's gotchya covered, via our course Judaism Inbound: An Introduction to Judaism for Everyone. Head to JudaismUnbound.com/2026-courses/p/inbound-9-26 to learn more! Financial aid is available for all who need it.To check out all our Elul bonus episodes from previous years, which can still be relevant to your experience of Elul this time around, click here. Join our bi-weekly journey through Elul Unbound 2026 by signing up at this link, and sign up for our Elul Unbound Shabbat gatherings here, where we will be forging our kavanot (intentions) for the new year in real time with fellow Unbounders.

Will Hashem Himself kill Edom? Or will it be the Archangel Michael? Different strands of Jewish Tradition.

The Choice of Life and Death - Torah Portion - Nitzavim-Vayelech: (Deuteronomy 29:10–31:30) by Shawn Ozbun

The Ma'amar Mordechai writes at the beginning of Parashat Nitzavim that we always read Nitzavim before Rosh Hashanah to teach us that at this time of year, we are supposed to be praying on behalf of our friends every single day. The Perach Shoshan explains a beautiful hint in the words Atem Nitzavim Hayom . The word Nitzavim means standing, and Chazal tell us that standing is a reference to tefillah. Atem Nitzavim Hayom —we're all standing together in tefillah at this special time before Rosh Hashanah. Then he quotes the Be'er Heitev, who brings down in halachah that during this month, when a person writes a letter to his friend, he should bless him that he should be inscribed and sealed for a good year. Thus, we should be praying for our friends as well. At this time, we are supposed to be giving out blessings to others, wishing good things upon them and praying that they receive them. This is a time when we need extra love and unity. We are all going to come together to proclaim Hashem the Melech, and we should do it together as one. The Baal HaTurim writes on the words Atem Nitzavim that just as the Jewish People stood together in unity at Har Sinai, so too they stood together then, and so too must we stand together now. We should be thinking about each other, caring about each other and praying on behalf of each other. And there is a great zechut when we do that. A man told me that last year, he and his friend were working together in the same company. Things there were getting worse and worse until eventually they weren't making any money. They finally decided together that they were going to leave. They had no idea where they were going to go or what they would do next, but they decided they were going to learn Shaar HaBitachon together every single day. They learned as chavrutot and grew together in bitachon and emunah. They also made up that each one would pray for the other to find a good job. After some time, someone reached out to one of the men with a job opportunity. He went for an interview and liked what he heard. While they were still going back and forth, he heard about a second opportunity. He looked into that one as well and felt it would be much better for him. The first company told him there was no urgency, and if he wanted to pursue the other opportunity, it wouldn't be a problem. He should just let them know. In the end, he was hired by the second company. That very same day, the first company called him and asked what he had decided. He told them he had just accepted another position, but then he added, "I have a friend who is also looking for a job." That friend immediately went down for an interview, and they hired him on the spot. The two friends who had left their jobs together, learned Shaar HaBitachon together and prayed for each other every single day were both hired exactly three months after leaving their previous jobs—and they were both hired on the exact same day. This is a beautiful example of what Atem Nitzavim could look like in our own lives. Two people growing together, strengthening each other and each one sincerely praying for the other's success. And then Hashem looked down upon them and answered both of their tefillot together. As Rosh Hashanah approaches, we all have so much that we need and so much that we're praying for. But we should also utilize this special time to think about what others need. We should pray for our friends, bless them and genuinely want Hashem to give them everything they need. When Hashem sees all of His children standing together with love and unity, each one wanting the best for the other, that is a great zechut. May we all wish good upon each other and pray for each other, and in that zechut, may Hashem bless everyone with a wonderful and beautiful new year. Shabbat Shalom

What makes us different than all other beings is our ability to make conscious decisions, but does Bechira truly exist or is it just an illusion?

These classes teach the day's section of the weekly Torah portion. The lesson is taught using the original Hebrew text with the indispensable commentary of Rashi—both translated and elucidated so that anyone can follow along.

Each one of us has a choice before us: life or death, good or evil, blessing or curse. Every year, every day...really every minute!! Always. Let's finish the year strong and listen to Moshe Rabbeinu's words in this week's Torah portion, Nitzavim (always read immediately before Rosh Hashanah), spoken on the very last day of his earthly life: "See, I have placed before you today, the life and the good, the death and the evil...and you shall choose life....to love Hashem, your G-d, to listen to His voice and cleave to Him..." [Deuteronomy, chapter 30]

The final countdown to Rosh Hashanah has begun. With only seven days left in the year, many of us are asking an uncomfortable question: How do you truly prepare during Elul when your days are filled with calls, clients, commutes, children, responsibilities, and exhaustion?In this episode, we explore the timeless lessons of Parshas Nitzavim–Vayeilech, including Jewish unity, the accessibility of Torah, the power of free choice, Moshe's final day, the shared mission of Hakhel, and the promise that Torah will endure even during difficult times.But how do these ideas apply outside the beis medrash—when you are dealing with parnassah pressures, family obligations, and the fear that you may be falling short spiritually?The answer emerges from the Gemara in Kiddushin 40b, which discusses whether Torah study or action is greater. The conclusion is powerful: Study is greater because it leads to action.That teaching builds a bridge between yeshiva life and working life. The office, grocery store, highway, contract, and dinner table are not automatically “non-Torah hours.” They are where Torah learning is transformed into honesty, patience, refined speech, better choices, and meaningful mitzvah observance.As the year draws to a close, discover how to protect your limited learning time, study with greater clarity, and turn your everyday responsibilities into genuine Elul avodah.Key TakeawaysHow Parshas Nitzavim–Vayeilech prepares us for Rosh HashanahWhy Torah remains close and practical in everyday lifeHow Jewish unity, free choice, and Hakhel shape our spiritual missionWhat Kiddushin 40b teaches about Torah study and actionWhy working life does not have to be separate from Torah lifeHow learning can improve honesty, patience, speech, and decision-makingTwo practical goals for the final week of Elul:Protect your daily Torah-learning timeLearn for clarity and meaningful change—not merely to cover pagesIf this episode changed the way you view your schedule, subscribe to the podcast, share it with a friend preparing for Rosh Hashanah, and leave a review. Your support helps more people discover practical Torah inspiration before the year comes to a close.#Elul #RoshHashanah #NitzavimVayelech #Torah #JewishGrowth #TorahLearning #AvodasHashem #Parsha #JewishPodcast #TalmudTorah #Parnassah #HakhelSupport the showJoin The Motivation Congregation WhatsApp community for daily motivational Torah content!------------------Check out our other Torah Podcasts and content!SUBSCRIBE to The Motivation Congregation Podcast for daily motivational Mussar!Listen on Spotify or 24six!Find all Torah talks and listen to featured episodes on our website, themotivationcongregation.orgQuestions or Comments? Please email me @ michaelbrooke97@gmail.com

Shiur given by Rabbi Heshy Friedman on Parsha. Shiur given in Yeshivas Ohr Reuven, Monsey NY.

Shiur given by Rabbi Ben Zion Bamberger on Parsha.

We continue to explore the first perek of Mesilas Yesharim

This episode discusses the halachos of Erev Rosh Hashanah, Rosh Hashanah, and Aseres Yemay Teshuvah

Shiur given by Rabbi Yisroel Saperstein on Parsha. Shiur recorded in Yeshivas Ohr Reuven, Monsey, NY.

Shiur given by Rabbi Benzion Brodie on Parsha Yeshiva Ketana. Shiur recorded in Yeshivas Ohr Reuven, Monsey, NY.

Shiur given by Rabbi Bezalel Rudinsky on Parshas Nitzavim-Vayeilech. Shiur recorded by Rabbi Rudinsky for the app.

Shiur given by Rabbi Dovid Apter on Parshas Nitzavim-Vayeilech. Shiur recorded in Yeshivas Ohr Reuven, Monsey, NY.

Rashi's commentary is an indispensable part of a person's daily studies. His explanation of Chumash, the first five books of the Torah, clarifies the "simple" meaning of the text so that a bright child of five could understand it. At the same time, it is the crucial foundation of some of the most profound legal analysis and mystical discourses that came after it.

The Henry and Lisa Manoucheri Parsha Shiur Parshiyos Nitzavim & VaYeilech  Discerning Our True Heart

The Deep Spaces of The Torah in Nitzavim by Rabbi Daniel Kalish

The entire book of Devarim occurs over the span of 36 days, the final 36 days of Moshe's life. The final four Parshas are an account of the last day of Moshe's life. As he is about to transition to the other world, the reliable shepherd gathers all the people together for one last covenant […]

The entire book of Devarim occurs over the span of 36 days, the final 36 days of Moshe's life. The final four Parshas are an account of the last day of Moshe's life. As he is about to transition to the other world, the reliable shepherd gathers all the people together for one last covenant and exhortation to hearken to the word of God and to not go astray. But why would the nation go astray? These are the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who were chosen by God to be his people. This is the nation that witnessed the Exodus, the theophany at Sinai, who ate the manna and drank water from a rock, who received revelation directly from God and Torah from Moshe himself. Why is there a risk that they will lapse into idolatry? Why is there a concern that they may mimic the barbarous, abominable ways of the nations? The answer, as we learn in this week's edition of the Parsha Podcast, is fascinating and frightening.– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –This Parsha Podcast is dedicated in honor of a new couple, Coby and Riva Caplan. May they build a beautiful home together.– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –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!– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –Email me with questions, comments, and feedback: rabbiwolbe@gmail.com– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –SUBSCRIBE to my Newsletterrabbiwolbe.com/newsletter– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –SUBSCRIBE to Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe's PodcastsThe Parsha PodcastThe Jewish History PodcastThe Mitzvah Podcast This Jewish LifeThe Ethics PodcastTORAH 101 ★ Support this podcast ★

Parshas Nitzavim & Vayelech: Just Keep Moving Season 8 Episode 41 | #372 As Rosh Hashanah approaches, we reflect on the past year and confront what we want to change. But where do we begin when real change feels overwhelming? In this episode, we explore Rashi and Rav Yonasan Eibeshitz's powerful insight into Teshuvah. G-d does not expect us to transform everything before the new year begins. He asks us to take one sincere step in the right direction, and promises to help us continue the journey.

These classes teach the day's section of the weekly Torah portion. The lesson is taught using the original Hebrew text with the indispensable commentary of Rashi—both translated and elucidated so that anyone can follow along.

Nitzavim Vayelech: Chazak v'amatz by Rav Mike

Nitzavim - Vayelekh | "Sos Asis" - I Greatly Rejoice in God by Rav Eli Weber The last and sweetest of the seven haftarot of consolation — can love and awe of God actually be the same feeling? Yeshayahu 61:10 - 63:9 Exploring the haftara "Sos Asis," the final and most comforting of the seven haftarot of consolation, the shiur centers on the marriage metaphor for our relationship with God — a bridegroom rejoicing over his bride. Using the Rambam's framework of love and awe, Rav Eli shows how true religious feeling combines longing for closeness with humbled reverence, illustrated through the Akeida and a personal analogy to marriage.

Parshas Nitzavim-Vayeilech 5786 ספר דברים פרק ל פסוק כ לאהבה את יקוק אלהיך לשמע בקלו ולדבקה בו כי הוא חייך וארך ימיך לשבת על האדמה אשר נשבע יקוק לאבתיך לאברהם ליצחק וליעקב לתת להם׃ {פ} Sefer Devarim Chapter 30 Verse 20 by loving the ETERNAL your Hashem, by heeding Hashem's commands, and by holding fast to [Hashem]. For thereby you shall have life and shall long endure upon the soil that Hashem swore to your fathers Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, to give to them.

Rashi's commentary is an indispensable part of a person's daily studies. His explanation of Chumash, the first five books of the Torah, clarifies the "simple" meaning of the text so that a bright child of five could understand it. At the same time, it is the crucial foundation of some of the most profound legal analysis and mystical discourses that came after it.

The covenant between the Jewish people and Hashem confirms the essential unity of every Jew—from the “heads” to the “feet”—which requires looking honestly at oneself before judging others. Both physical and spiritual tzedakah must be given with humility and equality, and by helping another Jew, we become recipients of an even greater Divine blessing. This class, taught by Rabbi Shais Taub, is based on Nitzavim in Likkutei Sichos Vol. 2. Support our work. Please donate! https://charidy.com/rst

These classes teach the day's section of the weekly Torah portion. The lesson is taught using the original Hebrew text with the indispensable commentary of Rashi—both translated and elucidated so that anyone can follow along.

Join us for this week's episode on the Haftorah from the Book of Yeshaya (CH. 61) which describes the ultimate joy that will be experienced in the time of the future redemption. In it, we discuss Sheva Brachos ,Simcha and Sasson, and why the description of the redemption is so graphic. If you enjoy the Toras Chaim Podcast, please help us spread the word! You can share a link on social media, leave a review or rating on your favorite podcast platform, or best of all, discuss what you've learned at the shabbos table!We love to hear from our listeners. Be it comments, questions or critique. You can send an email to overtimecook@gmail.com or elchononcohen@gmail.com or via instagram @OvertimeCook or @Elchonon.

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Welcome to Rabbi Sacks' commentary on the weekly Torah portion. Covenant & Conversation examines the ethics and wisdom we can derive from the Torah, week-by-week, parsha by parsha. Follow along with the full article, written and recorded by Rabbi Sacks in 2020, here: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/nitzavim/how-to-renew-a-nation/ This week our FEATURED ARTICLE on Nitzavim-Vayelech (written by Rabbi Sacks in 2013) is available to read, print, and share, by visiting: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation/nitzavim/to-renew-our-days/ The new FAMILY EDITION is now also available: https://rabbisacks.org/covenant-conversation-family-edition/nitzavim/to-renew-our-days/ For additional articles, translations, videos, and other material from Rabbi Sacks, please visit www.RabbiSacks.org and follow @RabbiSacks. _________________________ With thanks to the Schimmel Family for their generous sponsorship of Covenant & Conversation, dedicated in loving memory of Harry (Chaim) Schimmel. _________________________

We are not machines. We are humans. And that's messy. We have all sorts of struggles doing the right thing. We are influenced by a myriad of impulses, inclinations, and predispositions. We don't operate like clockwork. There are other things that always follow a prescribed pattern: The sun always rises in the East and sets […]

We are not machines. We are humans. And that's messy. We have all sorts of struggles doing the right thing. We are influenced by a myriad of impulses, inclinations, and predispositions. We don't operate like clockwork. There are other things that always follow a prescribed pattern: The sun always rises in the East and sets in the West. The sun's reliability is unfailing. The Earth is also completely predictable: It sprouts what you plant. None of us would ever compare fickle humans to the Sun or the heavens or the Earth. But Moshe does. In this profound Parsha podcast, we explore a fascinating and apparently inexplicable demand that Moshe places before us prior to his passing.– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –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!– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –Email me with questions, comments, and feedback: rabbiwolbe@gmail.com– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –SUBSCRIBE to my Newsletterrabbiwolbe.com/newsletter– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –SUBSCRIBE to Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe's PodcastsThe Parsha PodcastThe Jewish History PodcastThe Mitzvah Podcast This Jewish LifeThe Ethics PodcastTORAH 101 ★ Support this podcast ★

These classes teach the day's section of the weekly Torah portion. The lesson is taught using the original Hebrew text with the indispensable commentary of Rashi—both translated and elucidated so that anyone can follow along.

What do we hope will remain of our teachings when we are no longer there to teach them? In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Deborah Anstandig explore Parshat Nitzavim-Vayelech through Moses' final days as teacher and leader. As Moses prepares the people for a future without him, he offers more than instructions—he creates a legacy meant to endure through gathering, teaching, writing, and honest reflection. The conversation asks how we pass on the values that matter most and how the people who shape us continue to guide us even after they are gone.

On the final day of Moshe's life, he gathered the entire nation – men, women, children, and according to the Talmud, all souls of future Jews – to pass them through a final covenant with God. The parsha also contains the prophetic predictions of the Messianic times, and it ends with a simple, binary choice: […]

On the final day of Moshe's life, he gathered the entire nation – men, women, children, and according to the Talmud, all souls of future Jews – to pass them through a final covenant with God. The parsha also contains the prophetic predictions of the Messianic times, and it ends with a simple, binary choice: Moshe tells the nation, “Behold I have placed before you today, the life and the good, and death and evil… Choose Life!” Moshe is 120 years old to the day. He was born on the seventh of Adar and now it is the seven of Adar 120 years later. Today is his last day before his passing and he is taking leave from the nation and handing over the reins to Joshua.– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –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!– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –Email me with questions, comments, and feedback: rabbiwolbe@gmail.com– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –SUBSCRIBE to my Newsletterrabbiwolbe.com/newsletter– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –SUBSCRIBE to Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe's PodcastsThe Parsha PodcastThe Jewish History PodcastThe Mitzvah Podcast This Jewish LifeThe Ethics PodcastTORAH 101 ★ Support this podcast ★