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Best podcasts about parshat balak

Latest podcast episodes about parshat balak

Rabbi Zushe Greenberg
The Miracle (Parshat Balak)

Rabbi Zushe Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 18:18


The Miracle G-d turns curses into blessings. (Parshat Balak)

Deeper Look At The Parsha
BALAK - DEATH BY FAME AND FORTUNE

Deeper Look At The Parsha

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 9:14


In a world where social media drives people to dangerous extremes for fame and validation, Rabbi Dunner draws a poignant parallel to the biblical story of Bilam in Parshat Balak. Discover how ancient wisdom sheds light on modern obsessions and the perilous quest for external approval. Learn why true worth comes from within and why it is so important to seek validation through genuine connections rather than fleeting online fame.

Possibly Speaking
Parshat Balak

Possibly Speaking

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 42:30


Reb Joey exploring spiritual themes of the Parsha through the lens of Recovery.Possibly Speaking is a project of The Light Revealed. The Light Revealed is an organization and media publishing platform focusing on building a community for Jewish people seeking spiritual growth.For more information on our future plans, @The Light Revealed please join this WhatsApp group (admin post only) Light Revealed Updates(https://chat.whatsapp.com/Khox4pFJEst...)We welcome your feedback and questions and hope to utilize those questions for future episodes.WebsiteTheLightRevealed.orgEmailTheLightRevealed@TLRFamily.orgFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/thelightreve...Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thelightrev...The Possibly Speaking TeamHost: Joey RosenfeldAssistant Producer & Social Media: Zoe PoznanskiMusic by Zusha

Torah From Rav Matis
Parshat Balak: Why did we name this parsha after a “Rasha”?!? The Holy Noam Elimelech and the Frozen cow manure!!! Why did Dovid Hamelech A”H call Tehilim “Zemirot”?!?

Torah From Rav Matis

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 34:57


Parshat Balak: Why did we name this parsha after a “Rasha”?!? The Holy Noam Elimelech and the Frozen cow manure!!! Why did Dovid Hamelech A”H call Tehilim “Zemirot”?!?

Beyond The Letter of The Law
The Fist Pump Seen Around the World: Parshat Balak

Beyond The Letter of The Law

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 3:06


What does the Torah teach us about leadership? 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/

ZOHAR Sessions
BALAK - [1994] - "Zohar on Parshat Balak" - The Rav - 1hr&28min

ZOHAR Sessions

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 88:45


Description: The Rav's Zohar Session on Parshat BalakDate: June 23rd 1994 Location: Los Angeles, California, USA Length: 1 hour & 28 minutes Sources: Zohar Balak Paragraphs 276-281 & 173-177References: Torah Portion of Balak

Rabbi Zushe Greenberg
Torah Class - Parshat Balak: Leadership During Crisis

Rabbi Zushe Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 49:49


Torah Class - Parshat Balak: Leadership During Crisis Should a leader reveal the magnitude of the enemy threat or project confidence and strength?

The Rabbi Sinclair Podcast
The Last Carriage of History - Parshat Balak

The Rabbi Sinclair Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 2:30


Even when the night is closing in and we feel very much alone, we should know that Hashem is there with us every mile of the journey, and that we have nothing to fear. 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/

Zman Kehilla LaKol
#489 - Parshat Balak - Bracha From Klala

Zman Kehilla LaKol

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 7:38


Rabbi Dr. Norman Lamm explains the importance of a surprising line in our Tefillot.

Social Justice in the Parsha
Parshat Balak: On Outside Viewpoints

Social Justice in the Parsha

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 14:31


Rabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowtiz (President & Dean of Valley Beit Midrash) Explores Social Justice in the Weekly Parsha (Torah Portion).     Stay Connected with Valley Beit Midrash: • Website: https://www.valleybeitmidrash.org• Donate: https://www.valleybeitmidrash.org/donate• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyBeitMidrash• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiLYSyEus7DcWMhyEZ_CQFQ • Become a Member of Valley Beit Midrash for $18 a month: https://www.valleybeitmidrash.org/become-a-member Follow Rabbi Shmuly: • https://www.facebook.com/RabbiShmulyYanklowitz   Listen to Valley Beit Midrash's Other Podcasts: • Jewish Ideas to Change the World (diverse Jewish perspectives) • The 10 Greatest Jewish Ideas (Rabbi Shmuly's class series) ★ Support this podcast ★

Ponderings on the Parsha with Selwyn Gerber

Who was Balaam? What is the meaning of the famous blessing he uttered, "How great are your tents, Jacob..." ? All this and more in this week's Ponderings on the Parsha!

Torat Imecha Parsha
Parshat Balak: The Eternal Messages of Bilaam's Blessings.

Torat Imecha Parsha

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024


Temple Beth Am Podcasts
Shabbat Teaching: "Why Does Rashi Hate Balaam?"

Temple Beth Am Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2024 32:23


Shabbat Teaching with Liana Wertman, Founder and CEO of The Torah Studio, at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, July 13, 2024. Introduction by Rabbi Rebecca Schatz. Liana takes a close literary look at Parshat Balak, and considers how ancient narrative tropes & stories affect us personally today. The Torah Studio is an accessible and inclusive learning space that gives learners the tools they need to make Torah study an intellectually, spiritually, and emotionally nourishing practice. https://www.thetorahstudio.org/ (Youtube/Zoom)

Matan Institute for Torah Studies
Episode 173 – Parshat Balak: Symptoms and Root Causes

Matan Institute for Torah Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2024 42:01


In this illuminating conversation with Rabbi Yoni Rosensweig, we explore the gap between Moshe and Pinchas' response to public apostasy in the parsha and how this relates to Rav Yoni's innovative rabbinic work with the world of mental health. To learn more about the work of Maaglei Nefesh see their website: https://mnefesh.org/

Chassidus in Depth
"Balak = Silly Putty" A Chassidic Thought For Parshat Balak

Chassidus in Depth

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2024 26:53


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The Rabbi Berel Wein Podcast
Parshat Balak - The Talking Donkey - Rabbi Berel Wein - June 30, 2023

The Rabbi Berel Wein Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2023 31:12


This lecture was recorded live at Beit Knesset HaNassi in Jerusalem. For more lectures from Rabbi Wein please visit: https://www.rabbiwein.com/ProductsListing/Best-Sellers-C2/All/ If you are enjoying listening to this podcast please consider donating to The Destiny Foundation and help us continue to produce quality educational and enjoyable material on Torah subjects and Jewish History from Rabbi Berel Wein. Click here to donate: https://www.rabbiwein.com/donate.php

Deeper Look At The Parsha
BALAK - A VICTORY OF THE SPIRIT

Deeper Look At The Parsha

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2023 8:38


During his first few months in exile on the island of St. Helena, Napoleon Bonaparte spoke at length to his confidant, Emmanuel, comte de Las Cases. Their conversations were later published as a book, revealing a side to Napoleon that the public had never previously encountered. Rabbi Dunner draws on one oft-cited quote from de Las Cases' book, and finds a parallel in the first daily Jewish prayer - a verse in Parshat Balak.

The Rabbi Sinclair Podcast
The Master of All Pizzerias - Parshat Balak

The Rabbi Sinclair Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 3:32


My son's kosher lemehadrin Pizzeria "La Piedra" was just rated one of the 50 best in Asia and the Pacific. The only one ever to have made it onto this list from Israel. Here's how I congratulated him. 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/

Mayanot
Rivka Marga's Parsha Series Parshat Balak 5783

Mayanot

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 47:14


Rivka Marga Gestetner, educational director and world class Mayanot educator teaches about the weekly Torah portion.

Into the Verse
Chukat-Balak: Talking Donkeys, Invisible Angels, and the Tree of Knowledge

Into the Verse

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 37:32


From a prophet-for-hire, to a talking donkey, to an invisible angel, Parshat Balak sports quite the interesting cast, but all these characters seem to be one hit wonders. It seems like Parshat Balak is almost entirely unrelated to the rest of the Torah and the Torah would be perfectly complete without it. But what if Parshat Balak is really the sequel to a much earlier story in the Torah?Join Rabbi David Fohrman and Tikva Hecht as they follow a road from Balak all the way back to the Garden of Eden.What did you think of this episode? We'd genuinely like to hear your thoughts, questions, and feedback. Leave us a voice message – just click record, and let your thoughts flow. You may even be featured on the show! Check out our new podcast, Meaningful Judaism, here or wherever you get your podcasts! If you're enjoying this podcast, help support our work by subscribing to Aleph Beta. Into the Verse is a project of Aleph Beta, a Torah media company dedicated to spreading the joy and love of meaningful Torah learning worldwide. For our full library of over 1,000 videos and podcasts, please visit www.alephbeta.org. Follow us on your favorite social media.

ZOHAR Sessions
BALAK - [1987 & 2 of 2] - "Zohar & The Ari on Parshat Balak" - The Rav - 60 min

ZOHAR Sessions

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2023 58:45


Description: The Rav's Zohar Session with The Writings of The Ari on Parshat BalakDate: 1987Track Number: 2 of 2Length: 60 minutesLocation: Queens, New York, USASources: Zohar Bereshit, Zohar Balak & The Writings of The Ari on Parshat BalakNotes: What is a Jew?

Matan Institute for Torah Studies
Episode 114 - Parshat Balak: Outside In

Matan Institute for Torah Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2023 36:42


In this conversation with Rachel Sharansky Danziger, we explore the literary, theological, and spiritual import of the parsha's sudden shift to a non-Israelite narrative point of view. Our series on Bamidbar is titled,Growing Pains: The Journey Towards Responsibility and each episode explores the manner in which the parsha's events reflect the maturation of the people and Moshe's leadership during the wilderness period.

ZOHAR Sessions
BALAK - [1987 & 1 of 2] - "Zohar & The Ari on Parshat Balak" - The Rav - 60 min

ZOHAR Sessions

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2023 59:53


Description: The Rav's Zohar Session with The Writings of The Ari on Parshat BalakDate: 1987Track Number: 1 of 2Length: 60 minutesLocation: Queens, New York, USASources: Zohar Bereshit, Zohar Balak & The Writings of The Ari on Parshat BalakNotes: What is a Jew?

Into the Verse
Shalosh Regalim: Why Does the Torah Call the Holidays “Legs”?

Into the Verse

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2023 40:38


Why does the Torah refer to the three harvest holidays as the “shalosh regalim,” the three legs? Join Ari Levisohn and Adina Blaustein as they explore fascinating intertextual parallels and discover a meaningful message about the holidays hidden in this strange name.For another look at the interesting textual connections from this week's episode, check out this parsha video on Parshat Balak.Download your FREE SHAVUOT GUIDE today! Just give us your email, and we'll send it right to your inbox.What did you think of this episode? We'd genuinely like to hear your thoughts, questions, and feedback. Leave us a voice message – just click record, and let your thoughts flow. You may even be featured on the show! Check out our new podcast, Meaningful Judaism, here or wherever you get your podcasts! If you're enjoying this podcast, help support our work by subscribing to Aleph Beta. Into the Verse is a project of Aleph Beta, a Torah media company dedicated to spreading the joy and love of meaningful Torah learning worldwide. For our full library of over 1,000 videos and podcasts, please visit www.alephbeta.org. Follow us on your favorite social media.

Romemu: Jewish Life, Elevated
"Exercises in Expanding Consciousness": Rabbi Dianne Cohler-Esses on Parshat Balak, 5782

Romemu: Jewish Life, Elevated

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2022 15:32


Rabbi Cohler-Esses' sermon addressed the Kabbalistic notion of small mind and large mind -- "mochin de-katnut and mochin de-gadlut" -- and shows how Bilaam, the Ancient Near Eastern prophet, is given lessons by his donkey, by God, and by the wilderness about what it means to make the shift from a narrow to a more expansive consciousness.

Congregation of the Living Word, a Messianic Jewish Congregation
Parshat Balak:  The Sacrifices of Bila'am  -  English only

Congregation of the Living Word, a Messianic Jewish Congregation

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 3:47


Parshat Balak:  The Sacrifices of Balaam  -  English only.  The prophet Balaam wanted the Almighty to curse the Children of Israel. The prophet offered sacrifices, hoping to persuade God to assist in the evil plot.  God rebuked the Balaam, however.  The story illustrates one of the most fundamental teachings in all of The Scriptures!

Temple Beth Am Podcasts
Shabbat Teaching: Parshat Balak קלב ב״פשת תשרפ: Zealotry…and Loneliness

Temple Beth Am Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2022 38:43


Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, July 16, 2022. (Youtube/Zoom)

Torah Temima
Parshat Balak D'var Torah- Having Compassion For Each And Every Person

Torah Temima

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 3:58


The weekly D'var Torah on the Parsha, this week dealing with the lesson from Bilaam's donkey.

Rabbi Zushe Greenberg
The President's Visit (Parshat Balak)

Rabbi Zushe Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 13:58


The President's Visit (#Parshat #Balak)

Kabbalah: Los Sabores de la Conciencia
SHABAT BALAK ¡Los secretos de PARSHAT BALAK, CONSTRUYENDO NUESTRO ESCUDO DE PROTECCIÓN, ¡LA FUERZA DE LA CERTIDUMBRE EN LA LUZ DE HASHEM! ¡De acuerdo con el ZOHAR y la KABBALAH!

Kabbalah: Los Sabores de la Conciencia

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 40:12


En este episodio compartimos conceptos que la KABBALAH nos revela respecto de cómo poder recibir la protección de “LA LUZ DE HASHEM”, para poder eliminar el caos. Los secretos respecto de la PERASHA BALAK, revelados por EL ZOHAR y los Sabios Cabalistas, compartimos algunas herramientas de la conciencia que los granes MEKUBALIM (Maestros Cabalistas) nos revelaron y recibir toda la protección que EL ZOHAR y LA TORAH nos imparten y con ello LA LUZ DEL CREADOR. Bendiciones y LUZ.

Juicy Parsha Thought
Parshat Balak (Ep #72)

Juicy Parsha Thought

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 0:54


Balak wanted Bilaam to curse the Jews... But it turned into Blessings!

Beyond The Letter of The Law
Just Do Them: Parshat Balak

Beyond The Letter of The Law

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 2:41


Mitzvot are incredibly powerful, even if done for the wrong reasons. 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/

Rabbi Blackman
Parshat Balak - The antidote to the vile idolatrous practice of Pe'or through the eyes of Rav Kook

Rabbi Blackman

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 40:46


Parshat Balak - The antidote to the vile idolatrous practice of Pe'or through the eyes of Rav Kook

IKAR Los Angeles
BEST BOOK EVER Donkey Xote - Parshat Balak

IKAR Los Angeles

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 13:45


If Bilaam is really so bad, that brings us back to our original question - what is he doing in the Torah? What are we reading this bizarre story at all???

Best Book Ever
Donkey Xote - Parshat Balak

Best Book Ever

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 13:45


If Bilaam is really so bad, that brings us back to our original question - what is he doing in the Torah? What are we reading this bizarre story at all???

Zman Kehilla LaKol
#361 - Parshat Balak - Bilam's Failure

Zman Kehilla LaKol

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 11:32


If Bilam received prophecy on the same level as Moshe Rabbeinu, why did he live such a debased life?

The Rabbi Berel Wein Podcast
Parshat Balak- Rabbi Berel Wein - July 8, 2022

The Rabbi Berel Wein Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2022 29:07


This lecture was recorded live at Beit Knesset HaNassi in Jerusalem. For more lectures from Rabbi Wein please visit: https://www.rabbiwein.com/ProductsListing/Best-Sellers-C2/All/ If you are enjoying listening to this podcast please consider donating to The Destiny Foundation and help us continue to produce quality educational and enjoyable material on Torah subjects and Jewish History from Rabbi Berel Wein. Click here to donate: https://www.rabbiwein.com/donate.php

TakeTen4Torah Daily Torah Podcast
TT4T#789 - Balak Every Day - 7/11/22

TakeTen4Torah Daily Torah Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2022 10:29


Parshat Balak includes one of the most unique stories in the entire Torah, a story that the Talmud thought should be read every day. Why is it so special? Take Ten to find out.  This Ten is ponsored by the Braunstein family in memory of Marie Dweck a”h, Miryam bat Mordechai HaCohen.   

Temple Beth Am Podcasts
Shabbat Teaching: Parshat Balak 2022/5782

Temple Beth Am Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2022 30:40


Rabbi Adam Kligfeld's Shabbat Teaching at Temple Beth Am, Los Angeles, on July 9, 2022. (Youtube/Zoom)

Rabbi Zushe Greenberg
Torah Class - Parshat Balak: G-d's Secret Logic

Rabbi Zushe Greenberg

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 68:47


Torah Class - Parshat Balak: G-d's Secret Logic Why do bad things happen? Are catastrophes G-d's retribution for our sins?

The Rabbi Sinclair Podcast
Extras in Our Own Epic - Parshat Balak

The Rabbi Sinclair Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 3:12


There's something unusual about Parshat Balak. It's the only parsha in the Torah where the Jewish People, the “stars of the show” seem to only have a “walk-on” part. We see Bilam and Balak close up as they plot to destroy the Jewish People, but Israel is only seen in the background – almost off-camera. Why is this? 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/

Shapell's Virtual Beit Midrash
Rabbi Fischer - Parshat Balak

Shapell's Virtual Beit Midrash

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2022 20:00


Source sheet: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13HBvPnFVZgvHmmec--zw-eCQA0f9jX8E/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=103104231764898652185&rtpof=true&sd=true

Matan Institute for Torah Studies
Parshat Balak: Women, Peor and The Allure of the Outside

Matan Institute for Torah Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2022 35:15


In this thought-provoking episode with Matan Graduate and faculty member Rabbanit Nechama Goldman Barash, we speak about midrashic perspectives on the role of the women of Midian in the sins of Peor. The conversation touches on the politics of adultery, social hierarchy and the Sages' concerns about interaction with the outside world.

Torah Temima
Parshat Balak D'var Torah- Don't Be The Donkey

Torah Temima

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2021 4:29


The weekly D'var Torah on the Parsha, this week dealing with Bilam's mistake and how we can learn from it.

The Jewish Yogi with Emily Herzfeld
A nosh about Parshat Balak, a donkey, and breathing meditation

The Jewish Yogi with Emily Herzfeld

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2021 5:22


Shalom. Welcome to the Jewish Yogi podcast with Emily Herzfeld. This week's nosh of an episode focuses on Parshat Balak, the story of a prophet, and a donkey. Through looking at the text, a play on words, and Rabbi Sam Feinsmit we learn the value of breathing meditation and the Yama of Ahima, the Niyama of Isvara Pranidhana. #parshatbalak #thejewishyogi #modahjewishyoga #breathingmeditation #meditation #pranayama #dyana #dharana