Most people don't suffer from ulcers anymore. Now that it's common knowledge that stress plays a big part in this ailment, everyone has back pain instead. Mrs. Juravel points to our inability to let go of control and describes what truly accepting Shabbos should mean. A beautiful class on greeting Shabbos by clearing our minds of worry and giving the reins back to He who really holds them anyhow.
When Shabbos is viewed through the prism of creation, it seems paradoxical to state that 'rest' was also created. Isn't 'rest' merely a cessation of action? Hear how as our emerging world was becoming more and more physical, the energy of Shabbos was being woven into its fabric to ensure we would always be able to find God - despite His hiddenness. Insightful.
The strength of your inner convictions usually shines the brightest in the face of adversity. Lori Palatnik illuminates the beauty of Shabbat in a friendly and inviting way. Hear the life-giving changes that can occur once you begin learning about the seventh day of 'rest' - that extra special day when families gather for warm Sabbath meals and a super chance to spend quality time together - without all the buzz of electronic entertainment and weekday distractions.
The beach. A good book. A cold drink. Put them together and you've got yourself a day of relaxation. Why don't we think the same way about Shabbos? So what is it about the seventh day of the week that is truly restful and meaningful? Lori details the beauty of Shabbos so clearly that you and your family will ache to experience it.
Shabbos is more of a ‘presence’ than a ‘specialday’. Rebbetzin Neustadt’s vivid depiction of how we’d behave in the company of an honored guest shines a light on how our demeanor could be different on Shabbos, and how to apply it practically without becoming too overwhelmed. Hear also a fascinating discussion on how Shabbos teaches us about bitachon and hishtadlus.
Does the picture of two lit candlesticks conjure up Erev Shabbos in your mind? Why is this mitzvah to light candles so important on this holy day, and why was it given to women? Rebbetzin Neustadt discusses the many parts of hadlakas neiros, including the olive oil, and the protection, shmirah it creates towards the purity of your home.
Shabbo is the day that Hashem allowed His light to shine down on us directly, as opposed to being forced through the veil of the natural world. How can we imp\rove our love for Shabbos and bring that sense of excitement and holiness into our homes? Rebbetzin Neustadt asks some pointed questions, and gives excellent answers that helps us tune in to our own unique strengths to connect to Shabbos.
Shabbos is similar to a magnificent wedding where only the closest relatives and friends are extended an exclusive invitation. The Jewish nation represents the Kalla being brought closer to the Almighty, the Hatan, on Shabbos. Rebbetzin Weinberg explains how angels enter our homes on Friday night giving blessings to those internally and externally prepared. Hear how loving Shabbos and showing it is Win/Win.
The Maharal was a noted thinker of his day and a prolific writer of esoteric thought on crucial Jewish issues. Rebbetzin Weinberg presents ideas from his thesis on Shabbos which include: what it means that the Divine has finished a task, the essence of the numbers six and seven, and why Shabbos is called 'The Bride'.
On that day a great light was formed, and a great portion of it was tucked away for the world to come. But some of this special light still appears on Friday night during candle lighting. Rebbetzin Weinberg describes how to prepare yourself for getting a glimpse of this hidden beauty.