Podcasts about Shevat

Welcome to Daily Bitachon Welcome to Daily Bitachon. Having completed Sha'ar Habechina , we are now going to switch to a more timely topic. We find ourselves in the month of Tammuz , which brings the fast of the 17th of Tammuz, followed by the month of Av and its respective fast. I would like to spend some time understanding the deeper dimensions of these months. Personally, seeing how perfectly planned and intricate the events of Jewish history are always provides a powerful chizuk in emunah , which naturally leads to deeper bitachon . To fully appreciate this, we need some background. We are not in a rush, so we will take our time to truly understand it. This framework is based largely on the teachings of the Ben Ish Chai (in Parashat Devarim ), where he discusses these concepts at length. The Three Dimensions of Conflict: Place, Person, and Time First, the Ben Ish Chai notes that the twelve months of the year are fundamentally broken down into four sets of three, aligned with the solar cycle—what we know as the four seasons. Secondly, we know that from the womb, there was a perpetual struggle between Yaakov and Esav . They fought over everything in existence, categorized by the classic framework of Place, Person, and Time . These are the three core dimensions of our existence: a person lives in a place and moves through time . Place: They struggled over the land of Eretz Yisrael . Person: They struggled over who would hold the status of the Bechorah (the birthright). Time: They struggled over who would control the different seasons of the year. The Summer Cycle: Grabbing the Heel Looking at the summer cycle, Yaakov claimed the spring months of Nissan, Iyar, and Sivan —the three months of Chodesh Ha'aviv . This is a beautiful, spiritually rich period: Nissan contains Pesach, Iyar holds the bulk of Sefirat Ha'omer, and Sivan brings Matan Torah. Yaakov Avinu fought for these three wonderful months and claimed them as his own. Then, the intense heat of the summer begins—a period of strict, intense judgment. This is where Esav takes over. This aligns with the fact that Esav calculates by the sun, and the sun is at its strongest during this time. Esav was originally slated to receive Tammuz, Av, and Elul . However, the Torah emphasizes that Yaakov grabbed Esav's heel at birth, earning him the name Yaakov (from Ekev , meaning heel). This teaches us that each of these three-month cycles has a "heel," or a tail end. Yaakov pulled the heel of this summer cycle—the month of Elul —back into his own domain. This converted what would have been an equal three-and-three split into an unequal four-month to two-month split in favor of Yaakov. The Winter Cycle: Venahapoch Hu We see the exact same pattern repeat during the winter months. Tishrei, Cheshvan, and Kislev belong to Yaakov. Tishrei is the month of the High Holidays. Cheshvan, though it contains no holidays, serves as the time to review and process the spiritual gains of the Chagim . Finally, Kislev brings the light of Chanukah. The next three months— Tevet, Shevat, and Adar —should have belonged to Esav. Tevet contains the fast of Asara B'Tevet . Shevat shares a root with the word Shevet , which means a whipping stick or a staff of judgment, signifying that Shevat also carries an element of strict justice. Adar was also supposed to belong to Esav, but once again, Yaakov grabbed the heel of the cycle and pulled Adar back. This is the deeper secret behind the phrase Venahapoch hu —it was completely turned around. Ultimately, this leaves Esav with only four distinct months of intense judgment throughout the year: Tammuz, Av, Tevet, and Shevat . The Spiritual Mechanics of Heat and Cold It is fascinating to see how something as everyday as the twelve months and the changing seasons trace back to the foundational conflict between Yaakov and Esav. Furthermore, the winter and summer concepts relate directly to the ideas of severe cold and severe heat. What do hot and cold have to do with our spiritual lives? It might sound intense, but our tradition teaches that while Gehenom is made of fire—which is what most people know—there is also a Gehenom of snow. There is a realm of extreme heat (like the Sahara Desert) and a realm of extreme cold (like the North Pole). Both are incredibly difficult environments for life. These two extremes correspond to the two primary ways we stumble: Intense Heat: This represents the burning pursuit of desires and lust. Intense Cold: This represents a state of freezing, spiritual paralysis, and laziness. In the winter months, our primary challenge is to overcome the "cold" of laziness and not simply stay in bed. In the summer months, our challenge is to control the "heat" and not follow our desires. The Gehenom of fire is the consequence of chasing unbridled passion, while the Gehenom of snow is for frozen apathy. Esav is constantly trying to entrap us in these two areas. As Rashi notes, when Esav walked in to receive a blessing from his father Yitzchak, Yitzchak saw Gehenom open up behind him. Esav is the one who ultimately aligns with Gehenom , while Yaakov and his children inherit Gan Eden and Olam HaBa . Historical Precision as a Source of Chizuk These spiritual dynamics repeat themselves every single year. As we overcome the specific trials of the summer and winter, we emerge clean. The calendar is not random or haphazard. Tammuz and Av are months of strict judgment because they are Esav's remaining summer months of intense, severe heat. It is no coincidence that this was the exact time of year the Beit HaMikdash was destroyed by fire. The historical convergence is remarkable. The First Beit HaMikdash , the Second Beit HaMikdash , the Spanish Inquisition, and the outbreaks of both World War I and World War II all heavily converged around this specific window of the year. Rav Eliyahu Lopian once beautifully remarked that if the enemy only realized that the Jewish people actually derive a chizuk in emunah from the fact that these tragic events repeatedly happen at the exact same calendar window, they would have intentionally chosen a different time to attack us! Recognizing that everything is so precisely designed and orchestrated by Hakadosh Baruch Hu is profoundly comforting. It serves to strengthen our emunah and bitachon , giving us the tools to navigate and elevate these challenging times of the year.

התוכן 1. א) גם אלו שלא זכו לראות את הרבי, הנה ע"י לימוד תורתו וקיום הוראותיו ה"ה "מקושרים", ועד באופן של דביקות! ב) כ"ק מו"ח אדמו"ר סיפר בנוגע לאדמו"ר מהר"ש, שעם היותו בעל יסורים, הי' מקבל כ"א בשמחה וחיוך (אמיתי) על פניו, ועד"ז הי' אצל נשיא דורנו ש"את חלינו הוא נשא וגו'", ומ"מ קיבל את כולם בשמחה. ועוד. 2. גם לאחרי שאלת הגמ' "וכי בכדי חנטו חנטייא וכו' אינה מתחרטת מקביעותה ש"יעקב אבינו לא מת" אלא מסבירה שישנו לימוד מפסוק ש"מה זרעו בחיים אף – באותו אופן (ולא "כאילו") – הוא בחיים"! 3. א) הפירוש בלשון הגמ' "מה זרעו בחיים אף הוא בחיים" אינו ש"זרעו בחיים" פועל ש"אף הוא בחיים"‏ אלא ש‏"זרעו בחיים" הוא ראי' ובירור ש"אף הוא בחיים"! ב) נסיים עם הניגון "שיבנה ביהמ"ק וכו'", ושינגנו יחד גם בכל המקומות ששומעים את ההתוועדות ע"י הטלפון, ומסתבר אצלי בפשטות, שביחד עמנו מנגנים בג"ע העליון ובג"ע התחתון‏ – ‏בכל הדרגות ששם נמצא בעל הגאולה ונהנה בראותו ש"זרעו בחיים"! 4. תמיהה הכי גדולה: היתכן שעדיין לא פעלו ביאת משיח צדקנו בפועל?!; צעקת "עד מתי" באמת; "עשו כל אשר ביכלתכם להביא בפועל את משיח צדקנו תיכף ומיד ממש"!1. ב' חלקים משיחת יו"ד שבט ה'תשכ"ב. 2. משיחת י' שבט ה'תשכ"ו. 3. ב' חלקים משיחת ט"ו תמוז ה'תשמ"ה. 4. משיחת כ"ז ניסן ה'תנש"א ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=18-06-2026 Synopsis (1) (a) Although those who merited to see the Rebbe when he was alive in this world were impacted by it, the way to become mekushar to him, to the point of deveikus, is by learning his Torah. (b) My father-in-law the Rebbe related that although his grandfather the Rebbe Maharash suffered greatly, he received everyone happily and with a genuine smile. And the same applies to my father-in-law the Rebbe himself. (2). When the Gemara says, “Just as his offspring is alive, he, too is alive,” it is not just “as though” he is alive; rather, he is actually alive. (3) (a) When the Gemara says, “Just as his offspring is alive, he too is alive,” it is not that “his offspring being alive” causes him to be alive; rather the fact that his offspring is alive is the proof that he is alive. (b) Those listening by telephone should join us in singing Sheyibaneh Beis Hamikdash. And it is clear to me that they are also singing along with us in the higher Gan Eden and the lower Gan Eden – in all the levels in which the baal hageulah is present and from where he takes pleasure in seeing how his offspring is alive. (4) It is the most puzzling thing: how is it possible that Moshiach still hasn't come?! We must cry out Ad mosai in earnest…“Do everything in your power to actually bring Moshiach literally right now!”(1) 2 excerpts from sichah of 10 Shevat 5722; (2) excerpt from sichah of 10 Shevat 5726; (3) 2 excerpts from sichah of 15 Tammuz 5745; (4) excerpt from sichah of 27 Nissan 5751 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=18-06-2026 לע"נ הרב לוי יצחק ע"ה בן – יבלח"ט – הרב חיים צבי שי' וואלאסאוו

The letter reflects on Yud Shevat, the yahrzeit of the Previous Rebbe, highlighting his self-sacrifice for guiding Jews in the pillars of Chassidus. The writer acknowledges the recipient's support in education and blesses him with success in communal and personal matters. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/005/2008

התוכן 1) כאשר הרבי מתעלה בעלי' שלא בערך צ"ל שינוי שלא בערך גם מצדנו. ואפי' אם ה"פתחו לי" הוא רק "כחודה של מחט", אבל זהו מתוך רצון וקבלה בלב שיהי' מה שיהי', הרי הוא הולך עם הרבי – אז לוקחו הרבי עמו בכל עליותיו. ועפ"י תורת המגיד "דע מה למעלה – (הכל הוא) ממך" מובן שה"הזזה" אצלו פועלת למעלה עלי' שלא בערך, ועי"ז מעמידים גם אותו בעלי' שלא בערך. 2) ממ"ש "אז ישיר משה וגו'" (ולא "אז שר") דרשו חז"ל "מכאן לתחיית המתים מן התורה". הנה אף שיש ענין דתחיית המתים ברוחניות – "מה זרעו בחיים אף הוא בחיים", ובפרט ע"י לימוד תורתו, אבל מובן שצ"ל גם כפשוטו, ולזה צ"ל "אז ישיר משה" – שה"משה" שבדורנו, כש"הקיצו ורננו שוכני עפר" והוא בתוכם ובראשם, יוליכנו קוממיות לארצנו עם "שיר חדש". 3) עיקר ענינו של "נשיא" אינו להיות "מורם מעם" אלא להיות קשור עם העם ולרומם אותו, כמו "גופא – בתר רישא אזיל" (אע"פ שהראש הוא למעלה מהגוף). דכמו בנוגע לה', שאין לשום נמצא דמיון אליו כלל, ובכ"ז ישנו הציווי והנתינת-כח להיות "והלכת בדרכיו", כ"ה בנוגע לאלו המביאים רצון ודבר ה' לכל ישראל – שצ"ל "גופא בתר רישא אזיל" – ללכת בדרכיהם.1) משיחת יו"ד שבט ה'תשי"ב 2) משיחת יו"ד שבט ה'תש"כ 3) משיחת יו"ד שבט ה'תשל"ו ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=17-06-2026 Synopsis (1) When the Rebbe ascends in an immeasurable ascent, there must likewise be an immeasurable change on our part. And even if one merely “opens for me like the eye of a needle,” nevertheless, if it comes from a sincere desire and decision that no matter what, one will go with the Rebbe, then the Rebbe takes him along in all of his ascents. And based on the teaching of the Maggid, “Know that what is above is from you,” it is understood that this shift below causes an immeasurable ascent above, through which the person also attains an immeasurable ascent. (2) From the wording of the verse “Az yashir” (lit. “Then Moshe will sing…” rather than “Then Moshe sang”) the Sages derived, “From here is the source for the resurrection of the dead from the Torah.” Although there is also a concept of resurrection in a spiritual sense (“Just as his descendants are alive, so too is he alive,” especially by studying his Torah), nevertheless, it is understood that we also need the resurrection in the literal sense. And this requires that “Then Moshe will sing,” meaning that when “those who dwell in the dust awaken and sing,” the Moshe of our generation will be at their head, and he will lead us upright to our land with a “new song.” (3) The main role of a Nasi is not just to be “elevated above the people,” but to be connected with the people and uplift them, just as “the body follows the head” even though the head is above the body. Because just as with regard to Hashem, although no created being bears any comparison to Him whatsoever, we are nevertheless commanded and empowered to “walk in His ways,” so too regarding those who convey Hashem's will and Hashem's word to the entire Jewish people: “The body must follow the head,” meaning one must walk in their ways.Excerpts from sichos of (1) 10 Shevat 5712; (2) 10 Shevat 5720; (3) 10 Shevat 5736 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=17-06-2026 לע”נ הרבנית עטא דבורה בת ר' מרדכי ע"ה מרזוב ליום היארצייט שלה ב' תמוז. ת.נ.צ.ב.ה.

התוכן לקט שיחות בענין החיוב לסיים בדבר טוב: 1) מבואר בשער הכולל שסיום פרק ה' דמס' אבות הוא באמת ב"בן מאה כאילו מת וכו'", וזה שמסיימים במשנה שלפנ"ז "לפום צערא אגרא" הוא בגלל החיוב לסיים בדבר טוב. אבל בסדור אדה"ז הסיום הוא ב"בן מאה וכו'", כי הרי לא מסיימים בזה אלא באמירת "רבי חנניא בן עקשיא אומר וכו'". 2) זה שבהתוועדות הקודמת כשדובר ע"ד החיוב לסיים בדבר טוב בקשר למשנה "לפום צערא אגרא", לא הזכירו את המשנה בסיום מס' כלים "אשריך כלים שנכנסת בטומאה ויצאת בטהרה?" – כי שם יכלו לומר שזה רק 1) ענין של "אשריך" ולא חיוב, 2) כדי לתקן את ה"נכנסת בטומאה". ולכן הביאו אז מד' פסוקים שונים בתושב"כ כדי להוכיח שזה חיוב בכל מקום. 3) כל ענין בתורה הוא "תורה", אעפ"כ הדין הוא שיש לסיים בדבר טוב, ובשביל זה לפעמים חוזרים על פסוק שלפנ"ז בין הקריאה (של מפטיר) והברכה וכו'. 4) סיום מס' כתובות (לאחרי שמביא כמה ענינים בלתי רצויים שיהיו ב"דור שבן דוד בא") הוא "עתידין אילני סרק שבארץ ישראל שיטענו פירות וכו'", ואי' בתוס' שזהו "לפי שרוצה לסיים בדבר טוב"; יש לסיים איזה ענין שיהי' בדבר טוב – "אין טוב אלא תורה", וה' בעצמו, ש"מגיד דבריו ליעקב וגו'", יסיים את הגלות בדבר טוב – בגאולה האמיתית והשלימה, וגם בגלות גופא – כמו שכל דבר ומסכתא צריך לסיים בדבר טוב – יסתיים כל "מסכתא" ויום של כל יהודי – בטוב כפשוטו! 1) משיחת יום ד' פ' בשלח, יו"ד שבט ה'תשל"ט. 2) ב' חלקים משיחת מוצאי ש"פ בשלח, י"ג שבט ה'תשל"ט. 3) משיחת יום ד' פ' נח, ל' תשרי, אדר"ח מרחשון ה'תשמ"ב. 4) ג' חלקים משיחת אור ליום ו' פ' מצורע, י"א ניסן ה'תשל"ג. ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=04-06-2026 Synopsis A collection of sichos regarding the obligation to conclude with something good: (1) In Mishnayos, Chapter 5 of Pirkei Avos concludes with, “According to the pain is the reward,” whereas in the Alter Rebbe's Siddur, it concludes with “…Five years is the age for the study of Scripture…A hundred-year-old is as one who has died…” The Shaar Hakollel explains that the way it appears in the Alter Rebbe's Siddur is correct, but it appears differently in Mishnayos is in order to conclude with something good (whereas in the Siddur that concern is not present because in any case one follows Pirkei Avos with “Rabbi Chananya ben Akashya says…” (2) In the previous farbrengen, when discussing the obligation to conclude with something good (in connection with the Mishnah “According to the pain is the reward”), I did not mention the Mishnah at the end of Masechta Keilim (“Fortunate are you, Keilim, that you entered in impurity and exited in purity”) because in that Mishna it could be argued that (a) the expression “Fortunate are you” does not connote an obligation, and (b) perhaps it was only necessary there to conclude with something good (“exited in purity”) in order to correct the negative (“entered in impurity”). Instead, I cited four different verses from the Written Torah, to prove that concluding with something good is an obligation that applies everywhere. (3) The rule is that in Torah one must conclude with something good, despite the fact that whatever the conclusion would be, it would be part of Torah. For this reason, we find that sometimes a verse is repeated (even between the reading of Maftir and the bracha) in order to conclude with something good. (4) (After describing the undesirable conditions that will prevail before Moshiach's coming), Masechta Kesubos concludes: “In the future all barren trees in Eretz Yisroel will bear fruit, as it is stated: ‘For the tree bears its fruit, the fig tree and the vine yield their strength.'” Tosafos explains that this is because the Gemara “wishes to conclude with something good.” From this we learn that everything should be concluded with something good (and “There is no good except Torah”). Because Hashem keeps His own commandments etc., He will surely conclude the exile with something good – the true and complete Redemption – and even during exile, every “Masechta” and every day of every Jew's life will conclude with good in the literal sense.(1) Excerpt from sichah of Wednesday, parashas Beshalach, 10 Shevat 5739. (2) Two excerpts from sichah of Motzaei Shabbos parashas Beshalach, 13 Shevat 5739. (3) Excerpt from sichah of Wednesday, parashas Noach, 30 Tishrei, first day of Rosh Chodesh MarCheshvan 5742. (4) Three excerpts from sichah of Thursday night, parashas Metzora, 11 Nissan 5733. For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=04-06-2026 לזכות החתן הת׳ ר' לוי יצחק והכלה מרת יהודית שיחיו פעלדמאןלרגל נישואיהם בשעה טובה ומוצלחתי"ט סיון ה'תשפ"ונדבת משפחתם שיחיו

Between AI shaking up the industry, geopolitical upheaval, and unpredictable capital, being a founder has never been more confusing.So what advice, if any, is still relevant?In this episode, Yaniv Bernstein is joined by Amir Shevat (Silicon Valley developer platform veteran and now General Partner at Darkmode Ventures) to answer exactly that. Focusing on what isn't changing rather than what is, Amir walks through seven truths of startup building that have become more important in the age of AI.In this episode, you will:Discover why AI-generated sales outreach is backfiring, and why authenticity, proof of effort, and in-person events are becoming the gold standardExplore the "founder tar pit" of bad markets, and the simple questions that reveal whether yours is one to run fromLearn why design in 2026 is about putting positive interactions and emotions first, and how to prioritize these effectivelyTimestamps00:00 Coming Up…01:07 Guest Intro: Amir Shevat02:36 On Today's Show: 7 Timeless Truths04:34 Jeff Bezos and the 'Same As Ever' Mindset08:19 Rule 1. Hire The Right Team10:15 How AI Raises The Bar14:26 Rule 2. A Delightful User Experience16:27 Conversational Interfaces18:07 Why You Should Design For Emotions24:20 Rule 3. Hustle Still Wins26:05 The Return of Authentic Selling28:09 Landing Your First Customers28:50 Rule 4. Build Real Moats30:48 Mongol Hordes: Is 'Execution Speed' A Moat?33:00 'Thick' Product Advantage33:39 Rule 5. Vision Beats TAM38:07 Rule 6. Choose Great Markets42:34 Rule 7. Build An Unfair Advantage47:10 Recap and Closing ThoughtsResources in this episode:Darkmode Ventures (Amir's early-stage fund): https://www.darkmode.vc/Amir Shevat on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amirshevat/Designing Bots: https://www.oreilly.com/library/view/designing-bots/9781491974810/Working Backwards by Colin Bryar and Bill Carr: https://www.amazon.com/Working-Backwards-Insights-Stories-Secrets/dp/1250267595Same as Ever by Morgan Housel: https://www.amazon.com/Same-Ever-Guide-Never-Changes/dp/05933327092012 re:Invent Day 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4MtQGRIIuAThe Pact Honor the Startup Podcast Pact! If you have listened to TSP and gotten value from it, please:Follow, rate, and review us in your listening appSubscribe to the TSP Mailing List to gain access to exclusive newsletter-only content and early access to information on upcoming episodes: https://thestartuppodcast.beehiiv.com/subscribe Secure your official TSP merchandise at https://shop.tsp.show/ Follow us here on YouTube for full-video episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNjm1MTdjysRRV07fSf0yGg Give us a public shout-out on LinkedIn or anywhere you have a social media followingKey linksThis episode of the Startup Podcast is sponsored by .tech domains. Forget weird prefixes and creative misspellings; the availability for .tech domains is simply way better than .com. For a clean name that highlights your tech credentials, get a .tech domain at your favorite registrar.This episode of the Startup Podcast is sponsored by Vanta. Vanta helps businesses get and stay compliant by automating up to 90% of the work for the most in demand compliance frameworks. With over 200 integrations, you can easily monitor and secure the tools your business relies on. For a limited time offer of US$1,000 off, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://⁠www.vanta.com/tsp⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get your question in for our next Q&A episode: https://forms.gle/NZzgNWVLiFmwvFA2A The Startup Podcast website: https://www.tsp.show/episodes/Learn more about Chris and YanivWork 1:1 with Chris: http://chrissaad.com/advisory/ Follow Chris on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissaad/ Follow Yaniv on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ybernstein/Producer: Justin McArthur https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-mcarthurAssistant Producer: Steph Hefferan https://www.linkedin.com/in/steph-heff/Intro Voice: Jeremiah Owyang https://web-strategist.com/

This Wednesday's QA shiur is generously sponsored by Bernie Samet. In loving memory of his father, Yaakov ben Rachel, whose yahrzeit is on the 29th of Shevat; in memory of his mother, Chaya Sarah bas Gittel, whose yahrzeit is on the 26th of Shevat; in memory of his beloved wife, Baila bas Zlata, a"h; whose yahrzeit was on 13th of kislev and in memory of his sister's granddaughter, Rachael bas Rivka Tova, a"h, who was niftar on the 17th of Shevat. May the learning of this shiur serve as an aliyah for their neshamot.

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Tuesday 30 Shevat

Tuesday 30 Shevat

Tuesday 30 Shevat

Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Adar Why do we increase in joy during this month? What unique opportunity does this month offer us? Can you begin your program about Adar with a piece of humor? Is this entire month filled with joy? What is the difference between the good mazal of Shevat and that of Adar? Is this a month when Iran will be held accountable just as it was with Persia of old? How do we reconcile the fact that ancient Persia allowed us to rebuild the second Temple and Rome destroyed it, with the tables being turned today with Iran being our enemy and the Western empires being our allies? Should we be praying for the innocent people of Iran? Which events during the 1991 Persian Gulf War did the Rebbe cite as signs that the world is ready for Moshiach — and that all we need to do is open our eyes? What lessons do we learn from living with the times, with this week's Torah parsha? How do we create a sanctuary for G-d today?  What is the significance of the holy ark?Can we compare G-d to energy?  If physical existence is really Divine energy, what are we actually accomplishing when we perform mitzvos with material objects and make blessings on actual foods? What is the difference between chapters 11 and 12 at the end of the Rambam? What positive lesson do we learn about breaking down walls to spread Chassidus? What are we to make of the uprisings in Iran? Terumah Understanding G-d Siyum HaRambam What do we learn from the President announcing a "National Jubilee of Prayer, Praise, and Thanksgiving" on May 17th, which is Rosh Chodesh Sivan?  Ramming into 770 – Follow-up 

Chabad Chassidus is an all-embracing world outlook and way of life which sees the Jew's central purpose as a unifying link between the Creator and His world. Written by the Alter Rebbe, the founder of Chabad, Tanya is the central text of Chabad Chassidus. It shows the reader a path to realizing their purpose and developing a deeper relationship with G-d. Choose from one of the two formats available: through Lessons in Tanya - a profound and clear explanation of the Alter Rebbe's writings, or through an audio class.

Monday 29 Shevat

What if the abundance, fulfillment, and clarity you're seeking are already available—waiting only for the right container to receive them? This week's Energy Boost explores the spiritual art of expanding desire and transforming the way we give, revealing how these two forces work together to unlock greater light in every area of life.Aligned with the new moon of Pisces, this episode offers practical wisdom to help you move beyond ego-driven wants and reconnect with your soul's true desire. Learn how intention creates a vessel, why your energy is never wasted, and how choosing to give—from the right place and to the right places—can radically shift your relationships, work, and sense of purpose. This is an invitation to stop chasing fulfillment and start becoming the space where it can fully arrive. Join us for the next episode of Weekly Energy Boost with @ElishevaBalas and @EitanYardeni. Watch LIVE Sundays at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET on The Kabbalah Centre YouTube or catch the latest episode wherever you listen to podcasts.Find out more about our work, dig into our archives, and send us a message at www.weeklyenergyboost.com.You can also help make Weekly Energy Boost possible by making a tax-deductible contribution at www.weeklyenergyboost.com/donate-today. 

Yom Shabbat Service - 27 Shevat, 5786 / February 14, 2026 Parshat Mishpatim - Judgement Torah: Exodus 18:1 - 20:23 Haftarah: 2 Kings 11:17 -12:17

Chabad Chassidus is an all-embracing world outlook and way of life which sees the Jew's central purpose as a unifying link between the Creator and His world. Written by the Alter Rebbe, the founder of Chabad, Tanya is the central text of Chabad Chassidus. It shows the reader a path to realizing their purpose and developing a deeper relationship with G-d. Choose from one of the two formats available: through Lessons in Tanya - a profound and clear explanation of the Alter Rebbe's writings, or through an audio class.

Chabad Chassidus is an all-embracing world outlook and way of life which sees the Jew's central purpose as a unifying link between the Creator and His world. Written by the Alter Rebbe, the founder of Chabad, Tanya is the central text of Chabad Chassidus. It shows the reader a path to realizing their purpose and developing a deeper relationship with G-d. Choose from one of the two formats available: through Lessons in Tanya - a profound and clear explanation of the Alter Rebbe's writings, or through an audio class.

Chabad Chassidus is an all-embracing world outlook and way of life which sees the Jew's central purpose as a unifying link between the Creator and His world. Written by the Alter Rebbe, the founder of Chabad, Tanya is the central text of Chabad Chassidus. It shows the reader a path to realizing their purpose and developing a deeper relationship with G-d. Choose from one of the two formats available: through Lessons in Tanya - a profound and clear explanation of the Alter Rebbe's writings, or through an audio class.

At the risk of being presumptuous, I can safely say that most members of the Parsha podcast community have never owned any slaves. I imagine that most of us never even had a servant. We certainly never employed a Jewish bondsman for six years. The law that opens our Parsha doesn't seem to be very relevant to us today. But the first law that follows the Sinai Revelation is extremely pertinent to us. In fact, when you are finished listening to this Parsha podcast, you may credibly argue that this law - and the secrets it contains - is the most relevant and pertinent and powerful message of them all.– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –This Parsha Podcast is dedicated by Sylvan Garfunkel in loving memory of both of his grandmothers Eve Goldmann צערלא בת יעקב and Tema Schwitzer טעמא בת דוד הלוי both of whose yahrtzeits are this week, the 21st and 27th of Shevat. May their souls be elevated in Heaven.– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –DONATE: 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!– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –NEW TORCH Mailing Address POBox:TORCHPO BOX 310246HOUSTON, TX 77231-0246– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –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 ★

Chabad Chassidus is an all-embracing world outlook and way of life which sees the Jew's central purpose as a unifying link between the Creator and His world. Written by the Alter Rebbe, the founder of Chabad, Tanya is the central text of Chabad Chassidus. It shows the reader a path to realizing their purpose and developing a deeper relationship with G-d. Choose from one of the two formats available: through Lessons in Tanya - a profound and clear explanation of the Alter Rebbe's writings, or through an audio class.

Chabad Chassidus is an all-embracing world outlook and way of life which sees the Jew's central purpose as a unifying link between the Creator and His world. Written by the Alter Rebbe, the founder of Chabad, Tanya is the central text of Chabad Chassidus. It shows the reader a path to realizing their purpose and developing a deeper relationship with G-d. Choose from one of the two formats available: through Lessons in Tanya - a profound and clear explanation of the Alter Rebbe's writings, or through an audio class.

Chabad Chassidus is an all-embracing world outlook and way of life which sees the Jew's central purpose as a unifying link between the Creator and His world. Written by the Alter Rebbe, the founder of Chabad, Tanya is the central text of Chabad Chassidus. It shows the reader a path to realizing their purpose and developing a deeper relationship with G-d. Choose from one of the two formats available: through Lessons in Tanya - a profound and clear explanation of the Alter Rebbe's writings, or through an audio class.

Episode 580 When: Sunday, February 8, 8:00PM ETFor recording visit the archive page or your favorite podcast carrier.Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: Chof Beis Shevat How did this day impact the Rebbe and what do we learn from that? What is the significance of this day for each one of us? Can you share a short biography and some stories about the Rebbetzin?  What practical actions should we be doing in honor of this day? What lessons do we learn from living with the times, with this week's Torah parsha? Why weren't all Torah laws given at the same time? Why do rational laws (mishpatim) have to be built upon the foundation of Sinai, Anochi Hashem Elokecho? Why was the Torah given on Mt. Sinai and not on Mt. Moriah, the Temple Mount? Since the Patriarchs studied and kept the entire Torah, what was unique about Matan Torah? What is the significance of naaseh v'nishma? And what is the logic of committing to something before hearing what you are committing to? Is there a connection between the ten commandments (aseres hadibros) and the ten utterances (asorah maamoros) with which the world was created? Why was Yisro's acknowledgment necessary before the giving of the Torah? Why did Yisro have seven names? Why did the altar have a ramp and not steps? Can we “compel” G-d to learn Torah? How can we explain the paradox that Hashem is both infinitely inaccessible and infinitely accessible?  What's the difference between Shechina and Atzmus? Why did the Rebbe institute the daily learning of Rambam? What is the history behind it? How can I stop my husband from watching the Super Bowl? Should we root for any team? 

Chabad Chassidus is an all-embracing world outlook and way of life which sees the Jew's central purpose as a unifying link between the Creator and His world. Written by the Alter Rebbe, the founder of Chabad, Tanya is the central text of Chabad Chassidus. It shows the reader a path to realizing their purpose and developing a deeper relationship with G-d. Choose from one of the two formats available: through Lessons in Tanya - a profound and clear explanation of the Alter Rebbe's writings, or through an audio class.

What if nothing in your life is random—even the moments that feel inconvenient, unfair, or out of place?This week's episode invites you to step back and see your life through a wider lens. It offers a powerful reframing of challenges, delays, and patterns that can leave us feeling stuck or discouraged, and gently guides you toward a deeper sense of trust in the unseen order shaping your journey.You'll be encouraged to look beyond surface-level circumstances and reconnect with the quiet intelligence behind everyday experiences—especially the ones that test your patience, faith, or consistency. Through practical reflection and grounded spiritual perspective, this episode helps you cultivate awareness, resilience, and a renewed sense of meaning in the small choices you make each day.Join us for the next episode of Weekly Energy Boost with @ElishevaBalas and @EitanYardeni. Watch LIVE Sundays at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET on The Kabbalah Centre YouTube or catch the latest episode wherever you listen to podcasts.Find out more about our work, dig into our archives, and send us a message at: www.weeklyenergyboost.com.You can also help make Weekly Energy Boost possible by making a tax-deductible contribution at www.weeklyenergyboost.com/donate-today.

Yom Shabbat Service - 20 Shevat, 5786 / February 7, 2026 Parshat Yitro - Abundance Torah: Exodus 18:1-20:23 Haftarah: Isaiah 6:1-7:6, 9:5-6

Chabad Chassidus is an all-embracing world outlook and way of life which sees the Jew's central purpose as a unifying link between the Creator and His world. Written by the Alter Rebbe, the founder of Chabad, Tanya is the central text of Chabad Chassidus. It shows the reader a path to realizing their purpose and developing a deeper relationship with G-d. Choose from one of the two formats available: through Lessons in Tanya - a profound and clear explanation of the Alter Rebbe's writings, or through an audio class.

Rabbi Jacobson will discuss the following topics: 15th of Shevat Why do we celebrate the New Year for Trees? Why don't we celebrate it on the third day of creation, when trees and vegetation were created?  How do trees celebrate their new year? What is the basis of Shammai and Hillel's different opinions of when we celebrate the new year for trees? Can it serve as an analogy for stages in the revelation of Moshiach? Was this day celebrated in Biblical times? What is a 15th of Shevat Seder and how do we conduct one? What are some lessons we learn from trees? Is there a source that Shevat is the acronym of sheyihi besuros tovos? Why is Shevat considered a month of good news when sad events took place in it, such as the passing of the Frierdiker Rebbe and Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka? What lessons do we learn from living with the times, with this week's Torah parsha? How do the three major events in the book Shemos – Exodus, Matan Torah, building the mishkan – reflect three key stages in our personal, collective and cosmic journey? Why is Matan Torah in Parshas Yisro?How would you describe G-d? Is G-d aware of His own existence? Why did the giving of the Torah begin with the Ten Commandments? How did Matan Torah change the world? Why were they not allowed to approach Mt. Sinai, but today anyone can climb that mountain? Why are the Jewish people called a “kingdom of priests”? Is Mitzrayim compared to the meitzar ha'goron, the narrow neck?   Why was there a need for the parting of the sea, when their path to Israel did not require going through the Red Sea? Was the parting of the sea an actual event or a metaphor? What is the significance of the people singing the song of the sea after it was parted? What is the power of song? Shevat Yisro Beshalach What lessons do we learn from the car ramming into 770 on the night of Yud Shevat?  How do I know if I am doing the right thing in launching a new training program based on Chassidus? 

Tu B Shevat- Time to build faith and watch things grow.

This week's Weekly Energy Boost invites us to pause, reflect, and rethink how we're using our time, energy, and resources. Through Kabbalistic wisdom and the unique spiritual influence of the Aquarius full moon—also known as Tu Bishvat—this episode explores how to live with greater balance, intention, and sustainability.As the pressure to “do more” intensifies, we're guided to ask deeper questions: Who are we taking guidance from? Where are we overextending? And how do we align our actions not just with productivity, but with true purpose? Drawing powerful parallels from nature, leadership, and spiritual structure, this conversation reveals how boundaries, delegation, and conscious restriction can actually unlock long-term growth and fulfillment.This episode offers practical tools for navigating burnout, decision-making, relationships, leadership, and personal growth—helping you create space for clarity, creativity, and lasting expansion.Join us for the next episode of Weekly Energy Boost with @ElishevaBalas and @EitanYardeni. Watch LIVE Sundays at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET on The Kabbalah Centre YouTube or catch the latest episode wherever you listen to podcasts.Join @EitanYardeni LIVE IN NYC for a 10 week exploration of the fundamental kabbalistic wisdom for accessing your unlimited potential starting on Tuesday, February 3 at 7:00pm, featuring:•⁠ ⁠Deep wisdom + modern practices •⁠ ⁠Mentorship •⁠ ⁠Spiritual Community •⁠ ⁠Personalized teacher guidance •⁠ ⁠Experiential workshops – from meditation to journaling •⁠ ⁠Weekly workbooks & daily practice content in between sessions •⁠ ⁠A unique course format, welcoming Monica Berg for a class on relationships + guest speakersMelissa Wood Tepperberg and Eugene Remm, both entrepreneurs and Kabbalah students, to share their experiences integrating these practices into their lives.  We hope you can join this exclusive opportunity, seats are limited.Early bird savings end Feb. 1st:  https://discover.kabbalah.com/k1limitlessny Find out more about our work, dig into our archives, and send us a message at: www.weeklyenergyboost.com.You can also help make Weekly Energy Boost possible by making a tax-deductible contribution at www.weeklyenergyboost.com/donate-today.

Yom Shabbat Service - 13 Shevat, 5786 / January 31, 2026 Parshat b'Shalach - When he let go Torah: Exodus 13:17-17:16 Haftarah: Judges 4:4-5:31

Sponsored by Shimon Bernholtz:לעילוי נשמת ר׳ שלום חיים בן נחום Dear Rabbi Orlofsky, Thank you for the tremendous chizuk your shiurim give to me and my family. They say, “Those who understand, teach.” And you teach in a way that helps us understand not just the Torah, but how to live it with simcha. The way you blend Torah, avodas hamiddos, and stories of Gedolim, along with that contagious laughter, is pure gold. And yes... I even use your jokes, beshem omro, though the delivery is definitely better on your side of the microphone. Wishing you continued hatzlacha, much nachas, and many more years of spreading Torah, chizuk, and joy around the world. Shkoyach!.

This week the universe invites us to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what freedom truly means in our lives - not the fleeting kind that comes from avoiding discomfort, but the deeper sense of liberation that leads to growth, clarity, and lasting fulfillment.As the energy of the week and month unfolds, we are guided to examine where we may be settling, holding back, or staying loyal to an outdated version of ourselves —and what becomes possible when we're willing to face what limits us. With spiritual insight and grounded perspective, this week can create space for awareness, courage, and meaningful change.Whether you're feeling stuck, restless, or simply ready for more, this episode offers a powerful lens for navigating the days ahead and beginning a more authentic journey forward. Join us for the next episode of Weekly Energy Boost with @ElishevaBalas and @EitanYardeni. Watch LIVE Sundays at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET on The Kabbalah Centre YouTube or catch the latest episode wherever you listen to podcasts. Find out more about our work, dig into our archives, and send us a message at: www.weeklyenergyboost.com.You can also help make Weekly Energy Boost possible by making a tax-deductible contribution at: www.weeklyenergyboost.com/donate-today.

The month of Shevat time to breakthrough

This week the universe invites us to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what freedom truly means in our lives - not the fleeting kind that comes from avoiding discomfort, but the deeper sense of liberation that leads to growth, clarity, and lasting fulfillment.As the energy of the week and month unfolds, we are guided to examine where we may be settling, holding back, or staying loyal to an outdated version of ourselves —and what becomes possible when we're willing to face what limits us. With spiritual insight and grounded perspective, this week can create space for awareness, courage, and meaningful change.Whether you're feeling stuck, restless, or simply ready for more, this episode offers a powerful lens for navigating the days ahead and beginning a more authentic journey forward.Join us for the next episode of Weekly Energy Boost with @ElishevaBalas and @EitanYardeni.Watch LIVE Sundays at 10 am PT / 1 pm ET on The Kabbalah Centre YouTube or catch the latest episode wherever you listen to podcasts.Find out more about our work, dig into our archives, and send us a message at: www.weeklyenergyboost.com.You can also help make Weekly Energy Boost possible by making a tax-deductible contribution at: www.weeklyenergyboost.com/donate-today.