Podcasts about Simcha

**Today's Halacha is dedicated f or the refuah and haslacha of Ronnie, Sharon, Eli and all the children of CARE** The days of Hol Ha'mo'ed – the period between the first and last days of Pesach, and between the first day of Sukkot and Shemini Atzeret – are referred to in the Torah as "Mikra Kodesh" – holy occasions. We describe them with this term in the Musaf prayer on Hol Ha'mo'ed, as well. Although they are not the same as Yom Tov, they are nevertheless designated as special, sacred days and must be observed as such. For this reason, a number of Halachot apply regarding the proper observance of Hol Ha'mo'ed. As Chacham Ovadia Yosef writes (Chazon Ovadia – Laws of Pesach, p. 158; listen to audio for precise citation), on Hol Ha'mo'ed one should increase the amount of time spent studying Torah. The Torah obligates us to rejoice on the festivals, and Torah learning brings a person a special kind of joy. Furthermore, certain restrictions apply with regard to working on Hol Ha'mo'ed. It is also proper to wear one's Yom Tov clothing on Hol Ha'mo'ed (as Chacham Ovadia cites from the Sefer Yerei'im and Shibolei Ha'leket), and to eat special meals with bread each day and night of Hol Ha'mo'ed. The special obligation of Simcha (joy) requires that men partake of men and wine and women wear special festive clothing and jewelry. The Talmud (Sanhedrin 109) speaks very harshly about those who "disparage the festivals." Rabbi Ovadia of Bartenura (1445-1524), in his commentary to the Mishna, explains this passage as referring to those who treat Hol Ha'mo'ed as ordinary weekdays, rather than celebrating them as special days of joy and Torah study, as discussed. One must therefore ensure to properly observe Hol Ha'mo'ed through the practices described above. A very important comment in the Talmud Yerushalmi (Mo'ed Katan 2:3) puts into proper perspective the desired nature of the Hol Ha'mo'ed observance. Rabbi Abba Bar Mamal is cited as saying that if he had the support of his colleagues, he would suspend the prohibition against working on Hol Ha'mo'ed. This prohibition was enacted solely for the purpose of allowing people to spend Hol Ha'mo'ed enjoying festive meals and studying Torah. But instead, Rabbi Abba observed, people use the free time for frivolous and meaningless activities. If this is how people spend Hol Ha'mo'ed, Rabbi Abba laments, it would be better for them to go to work and involve themselves in constructive activity. Chacham Ovadia Yosef infers from this Gemara that frivolous behavior on Hol Ha'mo'ed is worse than working on Hol Ha'mo'ed. Rabbi Abba was prepared to allow people to work in order to prevent them from engaging in non-constructive, foolish activities, and he thus evidently saw frivolity as a worse infringement upon the honor of Hol Ha'mo'ed than work. It is both ironic and unfortunate that in the Jewish world today Hol Ha'moed has become a time for just that – frivolous entertainment and recreation. Rather than observing Hol Ha'mo'ed as a time for eating special meals and engaging in Torah, many Jews instead go on recreational trips and to all kinds of events. We must remember that Hol Ha'mo'ed is a "Mo'ed Katan," a quasi-Yom Tov, and should therefore be observed with special meals, special clothing, and Torah study. Summary: Hol Ha'mo'ed must be observed as a special occasion, similar to Yom Tov, with special meals, Shabbat clothes, and Torah study. It is improper to spend Hol Ha'mo'ed only for going on recreational trips and the like.

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Unedited Summary: Navigating the Spiritual Ladder: Insights from Likutei MoharanThe Power of Perspective: Top-Down vs. Bottom-Up ApproachesTop-Down Approach (Truth-Driven):Spiritual growth begins with a higher, unified perspective. A higher perspective sees unity in seemingly conflicting systems (like the body's organs), understanding them as one coherent design.Bottom-Up Approach (Desire-Driven):When you're grounded in physicality or emotional desires, it's hard to see the unity. The goal is to elevate your perspective to reveal the interconnectedness of all things.Breaking Through Illusions (Klipah) on the Spiritual AscentKlipah: Obstacles on the Path:At every level of spiritual growth, we encounter klipah—barriers that seem to separate us from the truth. These barriers provide the stage for spiritual challenge, growth and, ultimately, elevation.The Orange Peel Metaphor:Klipah is like the peel of an orange: it protects the fruit but doesn't stand alone. At higher levels, we recognize that klipah serves its purpose, but once removed, it withers away.As we grow, we must confront and subdue these klipah, recognizing that everything in the physical world ultimately leads us to a unified truth.Unity in Diversity: Revealing Divine HarmonyDivine Attributes as Colors:Chesed (kindness) and Gevurah (strength) may appear as opposites, but from a higher perspective, they complement each other to create beauty (Tiferes).Spiritual growth is about seeing the whole picture—how different elements, when integrated, create a beautiful and unified system.Tzedakah: The Key to Spiritual AlignmentThe Role of Tzedakah:Giving tzedakah connects you to others and to Divine purpose. It transforms your resources from personal possessions to vessels for Divine will.Through tzedakah, we acknowledge that our material wealth is not for our benefit alone but a means to connect and uplift the world.The Cosmic Impact of Individual GrowthInterconnectedness of All:Each person's growth impacts the entire spiritual ecosystem. As you rise, you elevate those around you, creating a ripple effect that leads to greater unity in the world.Practical Guidance for Overcoming Spiritual ChallengesRecognizing Spiritual Growth Through Challenges:New difficulties are often signs that you've advanced to a higher spiritual level. What seems like a setback or resistance can actually be a sign of closer proximity to the Divine.Embrace these challenges as opportunities to break through illusions and connect with deeper truths.The Role of Simcha in Spiritual GrowthSimcha as a Driver:True happiness comes from doing what you should be doing, aligned with your higher purpose. As you grow spiritually, you'll experience more Simcha, which propels you closer to unity with Hashem.Simcha is not external; it comes from within when you align with your true self and purpose.Breaking Through the Illusions of the Yetzer HaraThe Yetzer Hara's New Name: Koach HaMedameh:The Yetzer Hara, which manifests as illusions and fantasies, is described as the “power of imagination” (Koach HaMedameh). As we rise spiritually, we encounter new levels of the Yetzer Hara.In times of spiritual revelation, these illusions become stronger, presenting new challenges that must be...

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What Brings Simcha?

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After the Crushing of the Other side learning Lessons in Tanya chapter 31 we discuss the danger of the side effects of depression while keeping our Goal clear to reach Simcha always in avodas Hashem. For sure there are times for Bitterness to leverage this quickly towards Joy. Like the 7 days leading up to Rosh Chodesh Nissan we get up quickly to prepare for Pesach. Seder night we turn the Bitterness of the Maroh to simchas Yom Tov... we face our pain and distractions with true Emuna, Bittal having a higher purpose as the Rebbe guides us towards helping all of Um Yisrael with determined Joy.Cover pic

Do I Have Simcha?

Rabbi Eli Mansour's NEW Book - Maayan Eliyahu on Pesah is here!! (Derashot in English for the upcoming Sedarim) CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO ORDER YOUR COPY https://itorahbooks.com/produc ts/maayan-eliyahu-pesach- hardcover?mc_cid=08f9dc045e& mc_eid=f5807e4c64 Every Jew has a neshama that is literally a part of Hashem. No matter how distant a person may seem from religion, he will always have an inner connection to Hashem—because that is his essence. Deep down, every Jew has emunah ; sometimes, it just needs to be brought out. A man once shared that he was at a hotel for Pesach , and early one Chol HaMoed morning, he went to the breakfast room to prepare a bottle for his daughter. A waiter approached him and asked for a d'var Torah . It seemed like an unusual request, as the waiter did not look Jewish. After sharing a Torah thought, the man was shocked when the waiter revealed that his mother was Jewish—but he was about to marry a non-Jewish woman. Recognizing the significance of the moment, the man introduced him to the rabbi at the hotel, who spoke to him at length, trying to convince him to reconsider. Amazingly, four years later, this man is now fully religious and engaged to a bat Yisrael . The neshama of a Jew yearns for a relationship with Hashem, even if it may not seem that way on the surface. A rabbi from Arachim , a well-known outreach organization, shared a similar story: Many years ago, he was on a flight from New York to Israel. Sitting next to him was a man named David, who took a sleeping pill the moment the flight began. Something about David seemed familiar, but the rabbi couldn't place where he knew him from. Five hours later, David woke up, and the rabbi tried to start a conversation. David immediately shut him down. " I'm not interested in religion. I don't want to discuss it. " He mentioned that he had gone to yeshiva as a child but had since left religion entirely. It was then that the rabbi realized—David had attended the same yeshivah as he had! Curious, the rabbi asked him why he had abandoned Judaism. David explained, "At first, I felt lonely in yeshivah and realized I wasn't going to become anything special there. Slowly, I started becoming angry—first with the people, then with the religion. And now, I don't even believe in Hashem anymore." The rabbi asked if he could share just one story. David agreed. The rabbi told him about an event that had been recorded by Simcha Raz, the author of Ish Tzadik Hayah , about Rabbi Aryeh Levine. Simcha Raz was once invited to a gathering of dignitaries, where some of Israel's top military officials were present. He was the only one in the room wearing a kippah , and some people began challenging him about his belief in Hashem. He asked them, "When you go into battle, do you have a plan, or do you just wing it?" A general replied, "Of course, we have a plan! We also have a Plan B in case Plan A doesn't work. And we even have a Plan C in case Plan B fails." Simcha Raz then said, "I see that you don't believe in Hashem. But what if you're wrong? What if, after 120 years, you are banished from Olam Haba? Shouldn't you at least have a Plan B—just in case?" The general responded, " You only need a Plan B when there is a doubt about Plan A. But I have no doubt that religion is false. In fact, to prove it, I'll even write you a contract right now, signing over my Olam Haba to you." And so they did. The general wrote up a contract, signed it, and handed it over to Simcha Raz. Two days later, the general's son showed up at Simcha Raz's house, pleading for the contract back. At first, Simcha refused. He told the boy to come back in a few days. Then, he asked his rabbi what to do. His rabbi advised him to return the contract. When the son came back two days later, begging once more, Simcha gave it to him. The boy then revealed, "My father doesn't want to take the risk. He decided to follow your advice and have a Plan B." The rabbi then told David, "You see every Jew deep down feels the truth. Maybe you should second guess your decision about leaving Hashem." David remained silent, and that was the last they spoke on the plane. But recently, the rabbi attended an Arachim seminar—and saw David there, wearing a kippah . David told him, "When I saw all the hostages who weren't religious before saying that what kept them going was their tefillot, their Tehillim, and their connection to Hashem, I realized—I don't want to take the risk. Maybe it's real." Every Jew has a spark inside of him, yearning to be close to Hashem. If we ever have the opportunity to help someone who has strayed, we must remember—deep down, they want it. They just need the right words to bring it out.

Awesome Divine Providence ✨️ that with the WOZ & ZOA vote going ahead for the Congress and Application of Billions to the appropriate uses in the Holy land, we learn from Rebbe Nachman ben Faiga ben Simcha in Likutei Moharan 37 4 the importance giving charity to the Holy Land and to the pure learning of Torah like the Children's pure learning in Yeshivos etc... The purity and charity are all keys to bringing the merit of the Avot to protect us all (sirens last night in Israel)... etc etc... PLEASE KEEP

R' Nachman Fried Torah 23/24 Iyun Series - Shiur 3R' Nachman Fried is the founder of this platform which was started after his close friend Chaim Rosenberg z”l and his family passed away in the surfside collapse. Nachman dedicated his entire life to spreading the light of rabbenu.Subscribe to our WhatsApp status for exclusive updates, short clips and more. We are also available on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts. Download our pamphlet here.

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R' Nachman Fried Torah 23/24 - Overview of the TorahR' Nachman Fried is the founder of this platform which was started after his close friend Chaim Rosenberg z”l and his family passed away in the surfside collapse. Nachman dedicated his entire life to spreading the light of rabbenu.Subscribe to our WhatsApp status for exclusive updates, short clips and more. We are also available on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts. Download our pamphlet here.

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B"H Why do we fast before one of the most joyous days of the year? The Megillah teaches us that before the Jewish people could fight back against Haman's decree, they first needed to fast—because true victory isn't just physical, it's spiritual. Fasting is a form of Tefillah (prayer) and Teshuva (repentance), a way to seek Rachamim (heavenly mercy) and reconnect to our source of joy—Torah and Simcha. As we prepare for Purim, we tap into this deep connection, knowing that true joy comes from light, faith, and unity. May this be the last fast our nation ever needs, and may this Purim, leading into Shabbos, bring the ultimate Geulah—a world of peace, love, and eternal Shabbos. ✨ To watch Torah Thoughts in video format, click HERE Subscribe to the Torah Thoughts BLOG for exclusive written content! Please like, share and subscribe wherever you find this!

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Would love to hear from you; The notes below are generated (and unedited) so let me know if they are helpful, but do not rely on. MRubin214@gmail.comThe Path to True Happiness: Insights from Alei ShurOvercoming Atzlus (Lethargy)Atzlus is a heavy, dragging force that prevents purposeful actionCombated through both material contentment and joyful mitzvah observanceWhen balanced, we gain the energy to fulfill our purpose with vigorMaterial Simchah: Finding contentment in our physical environment and possessionsSpiritual Simchah: Joy derived from fulfilling mitzvot and aligning with divine purposeThough distinct, these forms of happiness are ultimately interconnectedFinding genuine satisfaction with what we possessNot complacency, but recognition that we have what we need for our divine missionWhen aligned with purpose, possessions take on deeper significanceAva (Love): The expansive force that connects us to our missionYira (Fear/Awe): Provides necessary boundaries and structureTogether, these form the "wings" that allow our spiritual practice to flourishWealth for its own sake: Creates perpetual dissatisfactionWealth as a tool for spiritual purpose: Brings fulfillment when properly directedMaterial pursuits require boundaries to serve higher goalsBoth material and spiritual happiness require proper boundariesWhen our material life aligns with divine mission, everything gains meaningTrue satisfaction comes when we connect all aspects of life to a higher purposeTwo Dimensions of Simchah (Happiness)Histapkus: The Power of ContentmentAva and Yira: Essential Forces for GrowthMaterial Wealth Through a Spiritual LensThe Integrated Life

In this shiur, delivered Motzai Shabbos in the Lubat home in Ramat Beit Shemesh, Rav Burg explains the inner meaning Ora, Simcha, Sasson and Yikar and addresses how we can celebrate Purim amidst all of the tragedy that we have faced and while our war is still ongoing.

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We are in the month of Adar leading up to the holiday of Purim. We are told to increase our joy this month. How can one be told to 'on demand' increase their happiness? This holiday celebrates the almost demise of the Jewish nation. Why is the response to an almost tragedy of epic proportions Simcha--joy? What can we learn in a practical way about our own response to challenge and pain. Listen to Soul Talk to learn how to fine the joy in the oy's of life. Soul Talk 06MAR2025 - PODCAST

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In this impromptu episode, I share a powerful realization about spiritual growth and how it mirrors physical training. Inspired by my morning workout and the wisdom of Rabbi Cohen and Rabbi Pill, I uncover the key spiritual muscle Hashem wants us to strengthen in Adar—joy. Just as different times of the year call for different focuses, this month is about cultivating Simcha, even (and especially) when challenges arise. Through personal experiences and insights from Torah, we explore how joy transforms our mitzvos, davening, and connection to Hashem.Listen in to discover how to build your spiritual strength and ensure your avodah is infused with true Simcha!Join the conversation! Be part of our growing community by joining the Shema Podcast for the Perplexed WhatsApp group. Share feedback, discuss episodes, and suggest future topics. Click here to sign up. ★ Support this podcast ★

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WOW WOW WOW!!! What a beautiful turn out and FIRE TORAH! We explore the concept of Marbin B'Simcha, and the some incredible stories along the way. Its an emotional one, and a simcha filled one. Here is the link to the fundraiser- http://thechesedfund.com/chazak/torah-in-motion-chazak-non-stop-2025/teams/rabbiariandnaomibensoussanAny donation over $101 will get a misheberach on my Whatsapp status !!! 

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Partying, eating meat, and drinking wine is fun and all but true "simcha" is the only thing which can keep one out of a state of deep depression.

Shiur given by Rabbi Dovid Apter on Halacha Purim. Shiur recorded in Yeshivas Ohr Reuven, Monsey, NY.