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Where does suffering fit into a person's global worldview? Is it part of the master plan for people to carry their suffering around their necks for their entire lives? And how sensitive are you to distinguish between the troubles that appear appropriate for others, but have a hard time understanding the harsh treatment you yourself receive? Hear how Rav Berkovits weaves the spiritual and physical aspects of suffering into the larger mosaic of reward and punishment.
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Rav Berkovits explains how the world operates, and the sphere our eternal Soul dwells in. One example is that if you believe God answers all our prayers, and that by your wishing a light to go on - and poof - we all know it doesn't work like that. So learn how a balanced spiritual diet can enlighten and brighten your entire outlook on life.
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If we believe that God ultimately gives each of us exactly what we deserve, why should we trouble to ask for anything? Rav Berkovits probes the nature of mutual caring, and how close of a relationship can a person develop with Hashem.
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Interested to hear what the term "kosher" really means? You could say that just like healthy eating is good for the body, so is kosher eating good for the soul. But what imbues food with a special kosher quality? This class is an excellent introduction to the laws of kashrus - from meat and dairy, to animal species, to ritual slaughter.
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First and foremost, let's define exactly what 'Jewish philosophy' is. For example, can we slaughter animals for their meat, and to what extent is this considered cruelty? Using Maimonides as a base, Rav Berkovits delves into a human being's purpose in the universe and his potential to rule over nature. A 20-class series you will want to hear more than once.
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BY 807 B
If using one's brain is the focal point of being Jewish, why do we need all the commandments and all their details? Can't we just work out the right thing to do by using our head? A related question is how to understand Maimonides' statement that 'actions are a reflection of the intellect?' In the second installment of this 20 session philosophy series, Rav Berkovits, a world renowned scholar and extremely clear speaker, explains the vital role that thinking plays in attaining a balanced life.
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BY 807 C
In Judaism, we don't subscribe to the line 'ignorance is bliss'. How then are we to integrate naase v'nishmah (doing the mitzvot even before having a complete understanding of them) with our need to work things out in our heads? By comparing the viewpoints of both Maimonides and Rabbi Moshe Chaim Luzzato, Rabbi Berkovits helps us to arrive at the reason we were created and what our top priorities in life should be. Included is a discussion about what it means to 'be holy' and how to work at doing the mitzvot while always keeping your feet on the ground.
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BY 807 D
The finite is by definition limited in every way, but it is a condition that also necessitates the infinite. Tune in to ponder the contradictory nature of existence that pertains to first existence, and the limits of this world vs. infinity.
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BY 807 E
Questions of infinity, and how 'creation' can possibly work in tandem with it, have occupied philosophers throughout the ages - without arriving at a conclusive solution. Rabbi Berkowitz also discusses the 'logical' and the 'illogical'. Determine for yourself if Judaism's answer to this existential riddle has a reasonable, and satisfying solution.
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BY 807 F
Continuing the discussion on infinity, Rabbi Berkovits explains why the 'finite' can only be made from the 'infinite'. By establishing an awe for the infinite, we can begin to understand the 'stuff' that our world and universe is made of, and what is the relationship between the 'limited' and the 'limitless'.
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BY 807 G
In order to piece together this discussion of infinity and the finite, we
have to know where God fits into it all. Hear how the
source of all motion and change is that which is beyond motion and could not
possibly have anything to do with change.
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BY 807 H
In each person's search to find a suitable ideology to live with, many ideas and opinions are entertained and evaluated. However, at what point do excess or unfounded pieces of information become counter-productive?
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BY 807 I
Just because there is evil in our finite world doesn't necessarily mean evil exists in the infinite - even though it is all sourced from the infinite. Hear the mechanism that allows this process to function. These talks are drawn from 'The Knowing Heart' by Rabbi Chaim Luzzato.
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BY 807 J
Although it sounds crazy, we can actually attach ourselves to the infinite by becoming less and less finite. Lets step out of the theoretical realm, and start implementing this concept in a more down to earth process.
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BY 807 K
If God loves the poor person, why are they poor? When we see the world's
problems, what should we say? Are we supposed to play God? Hear this fascinating discussion about free will and the soul.
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BY 807 L
A big question arises when delving into the ideas of 'soul' and 'first knowledge' - also understood as our having a logical mind that knows. Can it be that even though we seem designed to be logical, all of humanity is in truth totally crazy? And where does first knowledge fit into the big picture of 'infinity'? Rabbi Berkovits brings these existential concepts more down to earth.
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BY 807 M
Can self-awareness be defined or quantified? To what extent is human behavior 'random' or 'predictable,' and what are the ramifications of each? Perhaps there is something closer to you than your awareness of yourself? Hear an interesting talk on awareness and the soul.
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BY 807 N
Our behavior and makeup are based on our souls, which are split into
different parts. Join Rabbi Berkovits and find out how your awareness and
your soul help call the shots in your daily life.
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BY 807 O
There's no such thing in Judaism as a nobody coming along with a prophecy,
because there has to be character development that preceded it. Hear about
the Jewish view of prophecy and learn how to become less finite and less
needy as you work on yourself.
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BY 807 P
How could Jews worship the Golden Calf a short 40 days after G-d's voice shook their souls? Did they really think this cow could do the same? The sages say how the drive to worship idols was much stronger in those days then it is now. In this session, Rabbi Berkovits plugs us into a separate mindset of judging other situations and experiences as being totally favorably - to help us move us past the external circumstances of our daily lives. Hear also about the distinction between the Jewish soul and the non-Jewish soul.
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BY 807 Q
How come non-Jews are not bound by the same spiritual laws as Jews - laws which may be a lot tougher to keep, but whose spiritual forces were designed to enrich the soul and encourage a closer relationship with God? Also discussed is how do the soul and body work out decisions that need to be made?
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BY 807 R
When we read midrashim, sometimes we wonder if they are accurate or not.
Rabbi Berkovits explains how we should view midrashim and scientific facts
in the Gemara, as well as the laws in the Torah for which the reasons aren't
given.
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BY 807 S
Before the destruction of the First Temple, there were no disputes as to the correct transmission of the Oral Law. We have to have a love of truth to correctly interpret the Torah and recognize the boundaries of interpretation and maintain its integrity. Listen to this eye-opening talk on truth.
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BY 807 T
Why does your soul need you to listen to the laws that the rabbis instituted? What is the nature of rabbinical law and exactly who are the rabbis in question? Rabbi Berkovits goes into this topic to clear up a lot of preconceived notions.
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BY 807 U
In a tragic chapter of our history close to the destruction of the Holy Temple, terrible infighting among the Jews living in Jerusalem existed. The zealots were bent on defending their city from the Roman onslaught and the sages were begging to surrender and live under Roman law. Rav Yochanan managed to save Yavneh and the sages, but Jerusalem was crushed by the Roman war machine. What unfortunate incident blackened the reputation of the Sages - causing the Romans to harbor an everlasting hatred toward the rabbis?
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BY 807 V
As the Jews began to branch out into various countries, the chain of Torah was stretched to the utmost. How was it possible to maintain the integrity of the Oral Law as new generations left for new lands? Rabbi Berkovits focuses on Egypt, and how the famed Miamonides received his untainted Oral Tradition, and passed it on.
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BY 807 W
Egypt was far from the only community that received a strong Oral Tradition. France became a center of Torah where Rashi and his grandchildren, the Tosafists became another branch of Torah as it was passed from father to son. Rabbi Berkovits examines the differences between Sefardic law according to the Shulchan Aruch, and Ashkenazic law according to the Ramah, and how it was possible to have diverse halachic opinions if all were tracing themselves directly back to the original Oral Law.
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BY 807 X
Rav Yosef Karo's masterful work of halacha, Jewish law was based on the majority decisions of the great Rishonim. However, there was another view on how to arrive at the correct conclusions that was quite the opposite. Why did R' Karo's view carry the day? And in a more general sense, what is rabbinic law, and how is it decided that something must be added to the existing legal structure?
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BY 807 Y
Rabbi Berkovits continues to delve into rabbinic law by examining its origins in the Sanhedrin, the Jewish Supreme Court, that sat in the holy Temple. Those judges were the elite, with an incredible amount of prerequisites that had to be met before they were promoted to their position. Each one, such as the necessity to speak all 70 languages of the world, made sure that they would fully understand all people that came to settle their cases. However, the rabbis of today don't quite match up to those larger than life judges of yore. So why should we be expected to listen to their halachic rulings?
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BY 853 A
Just the word Holocaust is packed with fearful images of smoke, defenseless children, skeletal Jews and decimated communities. Where was God during all the devastation? For a moment, can we put our emotions and torment on hold to hear about our age-old responsibility of being the chosen nation? Rabbi Berkovits's clarity and gentle approach creates a powerful class on this almost untouchable subject.
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BY 853 B
How do all the memorials, reparation payments and revisionists' counterclaims help to heal a person's heart from that horrible nightmare? And why do youth, who mostly consider it just another historical event, have a vested interest to keep the lessons of the Holocaust alive? This beautiful lecture by Rav Yitchak Berkovits can also help to calm the fright people may continue to harbor by offering a healing way to look at this incomprehensible tragedy.
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BY 872
"Nothing is mundane or lowly in Eretz Yisrael--everything here is sublime," says Rabbi Berkovits. Hear a fascinating talk on the integral holiness ground into the soil of Eretz Yisrael. From the past to the present, from the historical to the political, get a sense of awe for this reality, where its very ground, people and country wondrously survive their enemies through one miracle after the next. As he explains, if you are considering aliyah to Eretz Yisrael, hear the best attitude you can adopt for a quick and total absorption.
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BY 874
In a world where so much is imperfect, wouldn't we all want Moshiach? Perhaps, if we didn't think further. Once we grow to appreciate challenge and the ability to be self-made, we feel less than wiling to give up the satisfaction of self-growth. Wouldn't we be better off if we waited just a bit longer? Why do we pray for Moshiach?
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BY 875 A
An often less well-known aspect of Shmitah is the nullification of all outstanding debts that goes into effect at the end of the seventh year. This presents many problems for those who still desire to be repaid. How did Hillel find a way to encourage the Jews to continue lending money with the enactment of Prusbul (a document that circumvents the nullification)? And how does one make a Prusbul today?
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BY 875 B
Rabbi Berkovits takes the problem of planting and pruning way past the farm and into the practical aspects of our own homes. Mowing the lawn, trimming your hedges, watering the grass - all of these involve the Halachos of Shmitah. Even construction may run into problems of digging in the land.åÊ What is Kedushas Shvi'is of the produce grown during the 7th year, and how does that change how we handle it?
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What has Kedushas Shevi'is and what doesn't is a complex matter involving different levels of produce, when they are grown, and where. Going to the local Makolet must be done with open eyes and a store of knowledge. Is the produce Arab grown, imported or grown in questionable areas? How does one treat produce of a Shomer Shevi'is?
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BY 875 D
Is Shmittah the year to allow land to lay fallow, or are you just not allowed to actively work the land? The consequences of this answer goes far beyond the farmer and his crops. Can you program a computer from beforehand to water you lawn, or use time release fertilizer? Simply watering a house plant becomes quite complicated, as can buying your weekly fruits and vegetables. This class is full of important details on how to live Shmittah with the awareness it entails.
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BY 900 F
Man's personal relationship with G-d has a link that leads to what we may view as mundane, such as eating, sleeping, and business. Why does the Jewish religion have something to say about all our actions? Feel the sudden lift of realizing spirituality is all encompassing, and that you can truly connect to G-d while living the every day.
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BY 901 A
Why is it so important to keep your family's tradition intact? Have you ever wondered why different communities have so many diverse practices, and why some customs are even given the force of law? Rabbi Berkovits clears up many of these confusing spiritual realities - giving straight answers to a number of tough questions.
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BY 901 B
Why is it so important to keep your family's tradition intact? Have you ever wondered why different communities have so many diverse practices, and why some customs are even given the force of law? Rabbi Berkovits clears up many of these confusing spiritual realities - giving straight answers to a number of tough questions.
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BY 909 A
Saying “I can do this, and I can't do that" is not what Judaism is about. Rav Berkovits looks at a few misconceptions that people have on how limiting Jewish laws are. Experience for yourself how a warm, sensitive, thinking Jew might handle both the simple and tough questions that most people are confronted by.
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BY 909 B
What makes the legal system of mishpatim so different from laws enforced by all other societies? Why does it make sense that their laws downgrade to fit the times the live in, and ours is immutable but applicable? We don't live according to laws - our actions reflect the depths of spiritual truths that are the fabric of creation. How does this help us understand all of the mizvos we observe, and prayer in particular?
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BY 909 C
Is our perception that honesty is all about laying the facts on the table mistaken? There are plenty of situations in which a blunt statement would only cause pain, or worse - a rift between people. Are little white lies ever appropriate - such as when being asked about personal information you don't care to share? If that is so, what about the confusion that will engender in our children and those with more straightforward ideas of honesty? An excellent class on a difficult subject.
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If it was unmistakeably clear that God personally gives us our troubles, wouldn't we accept them without grumbling? However, the flip side seems to suggest that we should seek out kabbalists and segulas to find spiritual cures. Rav Berkovits explains a workable way to trace the important lessons of our suffering.
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BY 912
Before you can answer other people's questions on suffering, how well is it worked out within yourself? Rav Berkovits examines the inner workings of suffering and emphasizes the 'red flag' areas that subconsciously lead many to doubt God’s caring, His goodness and His constant interest in your life.
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BY 916
There are times when great Jewish leaders disagree with each other. But what oftentimes happens is that many of their followers get embroiled in these disputes, with everyone taking sides. What should your stance on the matter be? Hear the thoughts and emotions you should have in place before you take part in such a dispute - and which internal warning lights alert you to stay as far away as possible.
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BY 925
Philanthropy is a hallmark of the Jewish people. As such, we have been given the opportunity to 'play God' by extending our hands to care for the needy. Whether you are among the 'haves' or the 'have nots', be inspired to feel the needy you encounter as never before.
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BY 928
The pasuk of "Kedoshim tihiyu - be holy" commands us to make ourselves holy in every area of our lives. Rabbi Berkovits, quoting many sources, not only explains the what, but also the how, to overcome our 'neediness' and addictions - whether for approval or for our favorite foods. He maintains that only by realizing that you can, in fact, see light at the end of the tunnel, you are more than half-way there.
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BY 930
The mitzva of V'Halachta B'drachov requires us to develop sensitivities that make us God-like. Is it really possible to emulate HaShem? Join Rabbi Yitzchak Berkovits as he develops the parameters of this uplifting mitzva while conveying a wonderful new perspective on Torah life to us.
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BY 931 A
We believe that the Torah existed before the world was created, which tells us that its core reality is undiluted truth. What are the first steps of pursuing true Torah study? Rabbi Berkovits' answer is challenging and refreshing, and clears many doubts on how to use our living experience to define and deepen our search for truth.
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BY 931 B
What is the deepest definition of Mishnah and Gemara, and what are they supposed to accomplish within us in our quest for Torah? Where has the power of forgetfulness come from, and how has it wreaked havoc on mesorah -and how do we struggle with it today? Also discussed is when Torah is learned for reasons of personal benefit, and how that affects halachic decision making.
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BY 931 C
The historical period of the Rishonim was one of the darkest, but produced greats in Torah who handed down their learning sometimes literally with their lives' blood. What is the defining difference between those Rabbis and the ones who followed them? And how can we learn to balance giving up comforts for the sake of learning with leading a 'normal' life?
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There are six mitzvos representative of basic Jewish belief that we are expected to remain constantly aware of. Join Rabbi Berkovits for a deeper look at the first of these: Knowing Hashem exists. Most of us believe in G-d’s reality and the truth of the Torah. This one sounds simple, no? It behooves us to take an honest look at how much that knowledge is integrated into our lives on a real level.
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After defining what it means to maintain awareness of G-d and the purpose of our existence, Rabbi Berkovits moves on to the practical applications of emunah. We need to clarify the truth of our belief and carry that belief into our behavior. Learn how to focus on Hashem’s being with us at all times, and how we can take real measures that emphasize and deepen this belief.
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In this 15-part series presented to the entire Beis Medrash (learning hall) of Aish HaTorah, Rabbi Berkovits explains the six constant mitzvos that determine the scope and depth of one's general and specific outlook on life.
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In this 15-part series presented to the entire Beis Medrash (learning hall) of Aish HaTorah, Rabbi Berkovits explains the six constant mitzvos that determine the scope and depth of one's general and specific outlook on life.
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In this 15-part series presented to the entire Beis Medrash (learning hall) of Aish HaTorah, Rabbi Berkovits explains the six constant mitzvos that determine the scope and depth of one's general and specific outlook on life.
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In this 15-part series presented to the entire Beis Medrash (learning hall) of Aish HaTorah, Rabbi Berkovits explains the six constant mitzvos that determine the scope and depth of one's general and specific outlook on life.
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In this 15-part series presented to the entire Beis Medrash (learning hall) of Aish HaTorah, Rabbi Berkovits explains the six constant mitzvos that determine the scope and depth of one's general and specific outlook on life.
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In this 15-part series presented to the entire Beis Medrash (learning hall) of Aish HaTorah, Rabbi Berkovits explains the six constant mitzvos that determine the scope and depth of one's general and specific outlook on life.
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In this 15-part series presented to the entire Beis Medrash (learning hall) of Aish HaTorah, Rabbi Berkovits explains the six constant mitzvos that determine the scope and depth of one's general and specific outlook on life.
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In this 15-part series presented to the entire Beis Medrash (learning hall) of Aish HaTorah, Rabbi Berkovits explains the six constant mitzvos that determine the scope and depth of one's general and specific outlook on life.
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In this 15-part series presented to the entire Beis Medrash (learning hall) of Aish HaTorah, Rabbi Berkovits explains the six constant mitzvos that determine the scope and depth of one's general and specific outlook on life.
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In this 15-part series presented to the entire Beis Medrash (learning hall) of Aish HaTorah, Rabbi Berkovits explains the six constant mitzvos that determine the scope and depth of one's general and specific outlook on life.
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In this 15-part series presented to the entire Beis Medrash (learning hall) of Aish HaTorah, Rabbi Berkovits explains the six constant mitzvos that determine the scope and depth of one's general and specific outlook on life.
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In this 15-part series presented to the entire Beis Medrash (learning hall) of Aish HaTorah, Rabbi Berkovits explains the six constant mitzvos that determine the scope and depth of one's general and specific outlook on life.
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In this 15-part series presented to the entire Beis Medrash (learning hall) of Aish HaTorah, Rabbi Berkovits explains the six constant mitzvos that determine the scope and depth of one's general and specific outlook on life.
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BY 935
If I truly trust Hashem, then why should I make any effort? I should trust He will provide dinner, pay my rent, and feed the cat. By taking it upon myself to work aren't I negating this loftly level of 'bitachon' (trust) that I'm encouraged to attain? In this fascinating lecture Rabbi Berkovits reveals much wisdom about the apparent dichotomy between faith vs. responsibility.
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BY 939
Why is Kiddush HaShem (sanctifying God's name) always associated with a painful public death? Rabbi Berkovits discusses option B of Kiddush Hashem for all of those who are interested in living a long life.
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BY 941
What elements does a 'prayer' need to be considered a complete prayer? If God always knows what we are thinking, why pray in the first place? Are there specific guidelines for how to request, and what types of things we have a better chance of asking for? Hear great answers to these questions, plus how God arranges to send His messages to us.
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In this 7-part information packed series, Rabbi Berkovits explains the entire weekday siddur. Hear the background of the prayers and their connection to the korbonos in the Beis Hamikdash. An extra interesting part of this talk is how Hashem manifests Himself as a king in your daily life. Turn your morning prayers into a more moving and richer learning experience.
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Continuing the Pesukei D'Zimrah, Rabbi Berkovits explains how to live our olam hazeh with the goals of olam habah. By looking into Mizmor L'Sodah we can understand how to properly say thank you to Hashem. He pulls out other truths of the tehillim in davening and explains how they relate to us now. This talk covers until the last of the hallelukahs in morning davening and adds meaning to words that we previously may have not given proper attention.
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From a particular tehillim that we say in Pesukei D'Zimrah, Rabbi Berkovits learns out how every breath we take is a mitzvah aseh (positive commandment). Imagine learning how to praise G-d with your every breath, to help you understand the purpose of creation, and to recognize the finer intricacies of how the world that is swirling around us works.
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Discussing the brachos of krias Shema, Rabbi Berkowitz details the
importance of remembering yetzias Mitzrayim (the exodus from Egypt) and
explains how true greatness is measured.
He also goes into the first 3 brachos of Shemonah Esrei to help us realize
who we are speaking to when we're davening. A great talk!
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Continuing on with shacharis, Rabbi Berkowitz goes into the meaning behind the Shemonah Esrei, specifically the first four brachos. Is zchus Avos some kind of protectsia (using connections)? What should a person do to acquire wisdom? Is just asking for it enough? Add new meaning to your morning davening with this great talk.
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Terrorism. War. Poverty. Ignorance. Is it the Jewish nation's responsibility to fix up the problems of the world. Prayer happens to be your best opportunity to express your concerns and opinions about what is happening around the world. This lecture focuses on a new dimension of prayer and is bound to make your conversations with your Creator so much more meaningful.
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The seemingly cookie-cutter dress code and lifestyle of Orthodox Jews appears to scream the word 'conformist' from every thread. Where in Torah is there room for individuality? Rabbi Berkovits gives a brilliant expose on where each person's true essence is to be found, plus how the Torah pushes us to reach our deepest level of self-expression. That being said, why do religious men continue to dress in similar garb?
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Discover your potential and task in life by listening to what's going on within. Rabbi Berkowitz explains why Hashem tests us, and why He makes some things in life extremely bothersome for us. What do we need to know in order to translate these events into becoming the best people we can.
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There is a Torah approach for the appropriate way of to do just about everything -even fighting. If someone is out to harm you, you have the right to fight back. But where does protecting yourself begin and revenge start - and end? This landmark lecture deals with the worrisome conflicts that push our buttons and boils our blood.
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A powerful force in the Jewish world today is Chassidus. Hear the origins of this influential mystical movement, and find out how the kabbalah of the Ari, Shabtai Tzvi, the Vilna Gaon, and the Baal Shem Tov transformed the fabric of Jewish belief and practice. This fascinating class explores the controversies and the success of Chassidus, and how it grew into a vibrant, independent movement.
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