Podcasts about parshat

Signs of Heaven and Earth

Shabbat Shuva & Parshat Vayelech by Rabbi Benjamin Lavian

What is the meaning of the word Haazinu? Why is the Torah called a song? What does all of this tell us about Moshe? All this and more on this week's Ponderings on the Parsha!

Parashat Ha'Azinu is not merely a poem; it is a shirah — a Divine song. The combination of words and music gives song the power to express simultaneously joy and sorrow, exile and redemption, judgment and compassion. That is why Moshe, on the last day of his life, chooses a song to seal the Torah's message for eternity. In 1972, Rabbi Yaakov Asher Sinclair opened SARM Studios the first 24-track recording studio in Europe where Queen mixed “Bohemian Rhapsody”. His music publishing company, Druidcrest Music published the music for The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1973) and as a record producer, he co-produced the quadruple-platinum debut album by American band “Foreigner” (1976). American Top ten singles from this album included, “Feels Like The First Time”, “Cold as Ice” and “Long, Long Way from Home”. Other production work included “The Enid – In the Region of the Summer Stars”, “The Curves”, and “Nutz” as well as singles based on The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy with Douglas Adams and Richard O'Brien. Other artists who used SARM included: ABC, Alison Moyet, Art of Noise, Brian May, The Buggles, The Clash, Dina Carroll, Dollar, Flintlock, Frankie Goes To Hollywood, Grace Jones, It Bites, Malcolm McLaren, Nik Kershaw, Propaganda, Rush, Rik Mayall, Stephen Duffy, and Yes. In 1987, he settled in Jerusalem to immerse himself in the study of Torah. His two Torah books The Color of Heaven, on the weekly Torah portion, and Seasons of the Moon met with great critical acclaim. Seasons of the Moon, a unique fine-art black-and-white photography book combining poetry and Torah essays, has now sold out and is much sought as a collector's item fetching up to $250 for a mint copy. He is much in demand as an inspirational speaker both in Israel, Great Britain and the United States. He was Plenary Keynote Speaker at the Agudas Yisrael Convention, and Keynote Speaker at Project Inspire in 2018. Rabbi Sinclair lectures in Talmud and Jewish Philosophy at Ohr Somayach/Tannenbaum College of Judaic studies in Jerusalem and is a senior staff writer of the Torah internet publications Ohrnet and Torah Weekly. His articles have been published in The Jewish Observer, American Jewish Spirit, AJOP Newsletter, Zurich's Die Jüdische Zeitung, South African Jewish Report and many others. Rabbi Sinclair was born in London, and lives with his family in Jerusalem. He was educated at St. Anthony's Preparatory School in Hampstead, Clifton College, and Bristol University. A Project Of Ohr.Edu Questions? Comments? We'd Love To Hear From You At: Podcasts@Ohr.Edu https://podcasts.ohr.edu/

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Brad and Steven are back at it this week, talking about the New York Times coverage of the Comey indictment, the designation of ANTIFA as a terrorist organization, Tylenol, Costco, New York City stories, and the Manischewitz truck. Have a listen and Happy New Year. You can listen to The Amen Corner in lots of […]

This conversation with Rabbanit Dr. Jennie Rosenfeld movingly addresses the preparations for Moshe's death at the end of the parsha. While he initially resists God's punishment, Moshe ends up taking an active role in his death both by physically bringing himself to the place of departure as well as preparing the nation for his absence. This conversation weaves between the parsha, honest musings about life's toughest matters, and highlights where these themes show up in the High Holiday season. This episode has been sponsored in honor of Debbie Nossbaum's birthday by her wonderful children. May she celebrate many more! Ketiva v' Chatima tova!

Facing the Ultimate Day

Facing the Ultimate Day

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What's the role of a newsroom in an age of spin, clickbait, and fake news? The Paper — the new Office spinoff — takes us inside a struggling local newspaper where staffers battle not just deadlines and budgets, but the question of whether truth still matters. In this episode of PopTorah, Rabbis Knopf and Olitzky […]

Rav Mordechai HaKohen notes a seemingly inappropriate word in our Parsha.

What is the importance of the first word "Vayelech-and he went"? What is the importance of Hakhel? Plus more inspirational stories about the High Holidays! All this and more on this week's Ponderings on the Parsha!

Brad and Steven are back at it this week, talking about Steven’s experience going to a Yankee game at Camden Yards in Baltimore. They also discuss the firing of Jimmy Kimmel, living at home with your parents after college, and the Charlie Kirk/Starbucks experience. Have a listen and Shannah Tovah to all who celebrate! You […]

This week's conversation with Rabbanit Rachel Weber Leshaw zooms in on the mitzvah of Hakhel and its unique educational philosophy. An exploration of biblical verses and their interpretation ends up creating candid conversation around the gifts and challenges of involving family in spiritual spaces.

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Climbing the Ladder to Hashem

The "evil inclination" has mixed reviews and it's finality teaches us it's place and importance during our daily struggles

The Kreizer Rav, quoted by Rav Teichtal, reads a Pasuk in a novel way and reveals a fundamental aspect of the Yamim Noraim.

What is the meaning of the word Nitzavim? Why does the Torah mention different professions? How is this all related to Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur? All this and more in this week's Ponderings on the Parsha!

In this conversation with Dr. Ayelet Hoffmann Libson, we speak about the significant appearance of Teshuva (repentance) in the parsha as well as the way the idea is molded, personalized, and internalized throughout generations of rabbinic interpretation. This episode offers a thoughtful exploration of the parsha, especially relevant and meaningful as Rosh Hashana approaches. Shana tova!

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This week, Brad and Steven are back at it, talking about the murder of Charlie Kirk and the spillover effect that it has had on, of all things, the Yankees. Brad was at Yankee Stadium earlier this week, coincidentally on the same night that the president was in attendance. Things did not go as expected. […]

Choosing Torah

Choosing Torah

Netflix's smash hit K-Pop Demon Hunters delivers more than catchy beats and dazzling visuals — it's a story about guilt, redemption, and the courage to embrace who we really are. In this episode of PopTorah, Rabbis Knopf and Olitzky unpack the film's mythic lore, its banging music, its commentary on fan culture, and its deeper message: that […]

In this picture of me and my dad, that toddler doesn't look a lot like him yet.  But today, google photos thinks that's me on the right.  We are made in the image of our Father in heaven, but also, it takes time to grow into His image.  To learn more…

Welcome back for the second episode of the latest season of the Amen Corner. This week, Brad and Steven are talking about the $1.8 billion Powerball drawing that took place this weekend. Spoiler alert: neither of the guys won it, but they did talk about what they would have done with the money had they been the big winner — Barney […]

Getting Real Charm and Grace

Parshat Ki Teze - 2025 - פרשת כי תצא

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

Parshat Ki Teitzei 5785 | Mitzvot Everywhere | Rivka Marga Dive into the weekly Torah portion with Rivka Marga as she unpacks the deep lessons of Parshat Ki Teitzei. This parsha is filled with mitzvot that guide our everyday lives, teaching us that holiness isn't limited to the synagogue, but found in the small, daily actions we take. From ethical relationships to kindness in business, Parshat Ki Teitzei reminds us that Judaism infuses meaning into every corner of life. In this insightful shiur, Rivka Marga explores how mitzvot are more than commandments, they are opportunities to elevate the ordinary and connect to Hashem everywhere we go.

A lesson and a story about sensitivity to others. The weekly Torah portion includes far more depth than what appears in a quick review of its passages. Each week in Beyond the Letter of the Law, Harry Rothenberg, Esq. (Rothenberg Law Firm LLP, https://injurylawyer.com) provides interesting insights and take-away lessons from the Torah portion and the Jewish holidays. Subscribe to enjoy his unique blend of analysis, passion, and humor. A Project Of Ohr.Edu Questions? Comments? We'd Love To Hear From You: Podcasts@Ohr.Edu https://podcasts.ohr.edu/

The Ramban teaches us that we must avoid making a very common mistake.

What is the meaning of "When you go out to war against your enemies"? What is the Torah getting at with the law of Eishit Yefat Toar? Plus a run-through of various laws found in the Parsha!

In this fascinating conversation with R. Yitzchak Blau, we discuss the prohibition to let a dead body remain exposed overnight, learned from this week's parsha. We debate the exegetical complexities of the prohibition's phrasing and then explore the way these verses expanded over time to form the most basic legal and ethical guidelines for posthumous care. Our Devarim series highlights important rabbinic principles derived from these parshiyot.

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Torah Class - Parshat Ki Teitzei: Peace Begins at HomeTo achieve world peace and bridge heaven and earth, we must begin with inner harmony between the mind and heart, and between the positive and negative inclinations.

Getting Relationships Right

Crowns of Moshiach Times