Our simple choices lead to other choices, and those to others until we are so far from the starting point that we've nearly forgotten it. How can we remain cognizant of the repercussions of our decisions even when they seem insignificant? Rabbi Carmell shows the process by examining the soldier that takes a prisoner of war as his wife.
The beginning of any process usually seems small and insignificant. On the other hand we find many 'firsts' celebrated with great fanfare. So why is Bikurim, 'bringing up the first fruits' considered to be such a big deal that we bring them up to the Temple with a grand parade? Learn from Bikurim how important little things really are for setting the tone for all that follows.
Rabbi Avi Geller's series on the entire five books of Judaism is delivered with lively enthusiasm and humor. Each weekly talk is a whirlwind tour of all the events of that week's Torah portion, plus major commentaries and explanations of fundamental concepts of Judaism.
A Jewish soldier who goes out to battle is allowed to seize any beautiful maiden he desires - for the purpose of marriage. This sanctioned allowance helps him to keep his negative desire (Yetzer Horah) under wraps. Join Rabbi Ari Kahn for a frank discussion on the psychological and metaphysical factors that affect man's desire and moral justifications.
Are you happy? Is anyone really happy? Rabbi Kahn asks pointed questions about the world we live in by contrasting it to the 'bringing the first fruits to the Beit Hamikdash.' Learn some secrets of life that tap into the deeper satisfaction the whole world is desperately seeking.
This parsha is chock full of mitzvos such as Eishes Y'fas To'ar, returning lost objects and sha'atnez. While learning this weekly portion are we really expected to try and relate these diverse mitzvos to each other in a meaningful way? Rabbi Wagensberg shows us the many new lessons of life we can glean by using our mental capabilities to understand the underlying critical factors of each, and then how to relate them to each other.
The rebellious son is the subject of much dialogue. Some say such a case never happened. Others said they've witnessed it themselves. But even without knowing which side is right, Rabbi Wagensberg spells out a very important lesson - no one is too far gone, regardless of how low they have fallen, and shows the way up from the bottom.
Everyone wants to be protected; the question then is - through which agent? In this illuminating lecture, Rabbi Wagensberg shares a secret that guards us in this world - and the next. To the extent we grow into the likeness of Hashem, the more we'll be enveloped by the surrounding light. Click here to hear how this kabalistic concept also sheds light on modesty.
If you usually skip over parsha talks, give a listen to Rabbi Wagensberg! His dynamic style gives an exciting twist to each week's parsha, often coming from a new vantage point.
If you usually skip over parsha talks, give a listen to Rabbi Wagensberg! His dynamic style gives an exciting twist to each week's parsha, often coming from a new vantage point.