<![CDATA[Parsha on a Pod: A Summary of the Weekly Torah Portion]]>Fri, 30 Jul 2021 12:18:24 +0000Captivate.fmrabbi@pikesvillejewish.com (Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer)In 15 minutes of less, Rabbi Shaffer of the Pikesville Jewish Congregation, shares a summary of, and insight into the Parsha.

]]>https://artwork.captivate.fm/452cc971-35f3-4922-9294-ddad8aba8477/parsha-on-a-pod-11-20.pngParsha on a Pod: A Summary of the Weekly Torah PortionRabbi Yechiel Shafferrabbi@pikesvillejewish.comRabbi Yechiel ShafferIn 15 minutes of less, Rabbi Shaffer of the Pikesville Jewish Congregation, shares a summary of, and insight into the Parsha. https://pikesvillejewish.com/pop/noepisodichttps://feeds.captivate.fm/parsha-on-a-pod/Parsha on a Pod: Questions on Eikev 5781Parsha on a Pod: Questions on Eikev 5781Moshe shifts to focus on the land of Israel Moshe shifts to focus on the land of Israel

]]>43a74172-e540-4d5e-950a-cfcf4b2bf988Wed, 28 Jul 2021 22:43:00 -040013:06nofull53Moshe shifts to focus on the land of IsraelRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: Question on Vaetchanan 5781Parsha on a Pod: Question on Vaetchanan 5781Vaetchanan in 7 Parts | A question on each aliya Vaetchanan in 7 Parts | A question on each aliya

]]>2b7fb594-4ba4-4ce1-bc6f-fca6833893d6Tue, 20 Jul 2021 11:31:00 -040013:55nofull52Vaetchanan in 7 Parts | A question on each aliyaRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Matot-Masei 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Matot-Masei 5781The final parshiyot of Sefer Bamidbar The final parshiyot of Sefer Bamidbar

]]>34e8e70d-0ff4-4261-a216-8a15435514bbThu, 08 Jul 2021 14:25:00 -040010:24nofull49The final parshiyot of Sefer BamidbarRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Pinchas 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Pinchas 5781A parsha that ties a lot of loose ends, as we begin to conclude the Israelite's journey through he desert. A parsha that ties a lot of loose ends, as we begin to conclude the Israelite's journey through he desert.

]]>0f32c695-51dc-43cf-9372-595a3e11dc01Thu, 01 Jul 2021 12:35:00 -040010:24nofull48A parsha that ties a lot of loose ends, as we begin to conclude the Israelite's journey through he desert.Rabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Balak 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Balak 5781Balak is a wonderful story - that includes a talking animal, it raises massive theological questions, and is the only parsha that offers us a perspective on how the rest of the world perceived the Israelites. Balak is a wonderful story - that includes a talking animal, it raises massive theological questions, and is the only parsha that offers us a perspective on how the rest of the world perceived the Israelites.

]]>cad83554-7681-48ca-9cce-51871db19eacWed, 23 Jun 2021 17:16:00 -040012:27nofull47Balak is a wonderful story - that includes a talking animal, it raises massive theological questions, and is the only parsha that offers us a perspective on how the rest of the world perceived the Israelites.Rabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Chukat 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Chukat 5781An introduction to mortality and the Torah's response to living a meaningful, finite life An introduction to mortality and the Torah's response to living a meaningful, finite life

]]>e5e6e1bc-7fbb-4afa-8f9e-e4b7f974ffedTue, 15 Jun 2021 12:44:00 -040012:27nofull46An introduction to mortality and the Torah's response to living a meaningful, finite lifeRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Korach 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Korach 5781A dramatic and challenging Parsha that raises massive questions about Jewish leadership and succession A dramatic and challenging Parsha that raises massive questions about Jewish leadership and succession

]]>44f3b7ed-9533-4948-a07c-ef595894f2d5Wed, 09 Jun 2021 10:23:00 -040013:05nofull45A dramatic and challenging Parsha that raises massive questions about Jewish leadership and successionRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Shelach 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Shelach 5781Scouting the land, despairing over the future and plotting a way fwd... Scouting the land, despairing over the future and plotting a way fwd...

]]>44670296-9946-4f02-acc6-84a64976a291Wed, 02 Jun 2021 12:16:00 -040011:45nofull44Scouting the land, despairing over the future and plotting a way fwd...Rabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Beha’alotcha 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Beha’alotcha 5781“...a jam-packed parisha marking a major point of transition in the development of the Jewish people...” “...a jam-packed parisha marking a major point of transition in the development of the Jewish people...”

]]>21aaf112-f167-4d5f-828c-292454451540Thu, 27 May 2021 10:10:00 -040010:51nofull43“...a jam-packed parisha marking a major point of transition in the development of the Jewish people...”Rabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Nasso 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Nasso 5781The gifts of the Princes of Israel dominates this Parsha but the other features should not be overlooked including the Mitzvah of Nazir and others. The gifts of the Princes of Israel dominates this Parsha but the other features should not be overlooked including the Mitzvah of Nazir and others.

]]>dd3114ec-ab51-4dc4-9fbf-f489e75086f7Thu, 20 May 2021 14:35:00 -040010:28nofull42The gifts of the Princes of Israel dominates this Parsha but the other features should not be overlooked including the Mitzvah of Nazir and others.Rabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Bamidbar 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Bamidbar 5781The beginning of the fourth book - filled with numbers The beginning of the fourth book - filled with numbers

]]>28c6c17d-7973-4336-96da-114d33520cf3Wed, 12 May 2021 18:59:00 -040011:18nofull41The beginning of the fourth book - filled with numbersRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Behar & Bechukotai 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Behar & Bechukotai 5781The end of Vayikra offers us insight into some of the foundations of Jewish society including the Shmitta/Yovel cycle and the perils of not following the Mitzvot The end of Vayikra offers us insight into some of the foundations of Jewish society including the Shmitta/Yovel cycle and the perils of not following the Mitzvot

]]>8dda19b6-5c9e-4530-ae48-7494f446bc0eWed, 05 May 2021 16:41:00 -040012:39nofull37The end of Vayikra offers us insight into some of the foundations of Jewish society including the Shmitta/Yovel cycle and the perils of not following the MitzvotRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Emor 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Emor 5781Priests sanctity, the festivals and blasphemers - all covered in this week's parsha Priests sanctity, the festivals and blasphemers - all covered in this week's parsha

]]>4fd97884-b728-4a4a-b924-078b10079645Thu, 29 Apr 2021 13:00:00 -040012:41nofull36Priests sanctity, the festivals and blasphemers - all covered in this week's parshaRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Acharei Mot - Kedoshim 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Acharei Mot - Kedoshim 5781Jam packed with laws and some of the most famous verses in the whole Torah. Well worth a listen. Jam packed with laws and some of the most famous verses in the whole Torah. Well worth a listen.

]]>200a6096-4aba-4f3c-aa23-2628273180c9Tue, 20 Apr 2021 09:30:00 -040011:08nofull35Jam packed with laws and some of the most famous verses in the whole Torah. Well worth a listen.Rabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Tazria/Metzroah 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Tazria/Metzroah 5781What to do when: A woman has a child A person has tzaraat A peice of clothing or home has tzaraat &amp; more! What to do when:

A woman has a child

A person has tzaraat

A peice of clothing or home has tzaraat

& more!

]]>d030025f-fedf-4313-9273-0dbc4369296aThu, 15 Apr 2021 21:40:00 -040010:48nofull34What to do when: A woman has a child A person has tzaraat A peice of clothing or home has tzaraat and more!Rabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Shemini 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Shemini 5781Aharon brings sacrifices as the High Priest, loses his two sons and we are taught the laws of Kashrut Aharon brings sacrifices as the High Priest, loses his two sons and we are taught the laws of Kashrut

]]>df95ffb6-633e-471b-a292-235d9bdca3d0Thu, 08 Apr 2021 15:58:00 -040012:14nofull33Aharon brings sacrifices as the High Priest, loses his two sons and we are taught the laws of KashrutRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Tzav 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Tzav 5781More sacrifices and the priests are inducted More sacrifices and the priests are inducted

]]>9aa5b2b0-86db-463c-a5f5-49259a2665adTue, 23 Mar 2021 14:57:00 -040012:02nofull32More sacrifices and the priests are inductedRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Vayikra 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Vayikra 5781We start a new book filled with details of the sacrifical service to learn how we should come closer to God We start a new book filled with details of the sacrifical service to learn how we should come closer to God

]]>8d6216ba-7c5c-4f05-89e4-3e66a0f70d2aThu, 18 Mar 2021 17:29:00 -040013:18nofull31We start a new book filled with details of the sacrifical service to learn how we should come closer to GodRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Vayakhel/Pekudei 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Vayakhel/Pekudei 5781The Mishkan gets built The Mishkan gets built

]]>29eeb38c-dfb0-4a88-b801-8fab44245cd8Wed, 10 Mar 2021 17:11:00 -040014:54nofull210The Mishkan gets builtRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Ki Tissa 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Ki Tissa 5781The half sheqel is collected - the Kiyyor is built - and the people worship an idol... no shortage of drama in this week's Torah portion The half sheqel is collected - the Kiyyor is built - and the people worship an idol... no shortage of drama in this week's Torah portion

]]>ef1cd708-7463-4306-b328-4936cdf2550fWed, 03 Mar 2021 16:46:00 -040014:21nofull29The half sheqel is collected - the Kiyyor is built - and the people worship an idol... no shortage of drama in this week's Torah portionRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Tetzaveh 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Tetzaveh 5781An intro to consecrating the Priests of Israel An intro to consecrating the Priests of Israel

]]>88ff4939-3c60-43f7-8183-3d1be444189fWed, 24 Feb 2021 21:41:00 -040012:45nofull28An intro to consecrating the Priests of IsraelRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Terumah 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Terumah 5781Instructions are given to Moshe for the creation of sanctifified space Instructions are given to Moshe for the creation of sanctifified space

]]>08f7e856-bbdf-40c5-a36d-a4b58687060fWed, 17 Feb 2021 15:15:00 -040011:51nofull27Instructions are given to Moshe for the creation of sanctifified spaceRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Mishpatim 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Mishpatim 5781The Torah sets up a structure for civil society and raises for us big questions about the values that define our society. The Torah sets up a structure for civil society and raises for us big questions about the values that define our society.

]]>02537e85-8ff8-4c3a-9b01-cd0dd9c1099bWed, 10 Feb 2021 10:00:00 -040015:45nofull26The Torah sets up a structure for civil society and raises for us big questions about the values that define our society.Rabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Yitro 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Yitro 5781Moshe's Father in law changes the structure of Jewish society - and the most significant event in the history of humanity change the mission of the world, and more! Moshe's Father in law changes the structure of Jewish society - and the most significant event in the history of humanity change the mission of the world, and more!

]]>9f88ec27-d022-4cb0-bffd-537489f5d09fThu, 04 Feb 2021 10:50:00 -040016:09nofull25Moshe's Father in law changes the structure of Jewish society - and the most significant event in the history of humanity change the mission of the world, and more!Rabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Beshalach 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Beshalach 5781A sea splits and a people struggle with their first moment free of their oppressive history A sea splits and a people struggle with their first moment free of their oppressive history

]]>72c46c59-deed-437d-8774-ba4e47ac9e97Wed, 27 Jan 2021 11:49:00 -040014:03nofull24A sea splits and a people struggle with their first moment free of their oppressive historyRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Bo 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Bo 5781The last three plagues - a promise 400+ years in the making - the Israelites finally go free.. The last three plagues - a promise 400+ years in the making - the Israelites finally go free..

]]>1cf41b99-d16f-48ef-9531-791727b54246Tue, 19 Jan 2021 17:38:00 -040012:42nofull23The last three plagues - a promise 400+ years in the making - the Israelites finally go free..Rabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Vaeira 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Vaeira 5781Lions, tigers and bears oh my! A Torah portion filled with drama, and Moshe's growth into his new leadership position Lions, tigers and bears oh my! A Torah portion filled with drama, and Moshe's growth into his new leadership position

]]>d45468f9-805b-493c-ad04-4e1a256726b7Thu, 14 Jan 2021 22:12:00 -040011:17nofull22Lions, tigers and bears oh my! A Torah portion filled with drama, and Moshe's growth into his new leadership positionRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Shemot 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Shemot 5781We meet Moshe, Moshe meets God, and begins his fight for Jewish freedom We meet Moshe, Moshe meets God, and begins his fight for Jewish freedom

]]>1b01207c-cfb4-4fbd-af88-0e44a8a6a709Thu, 07 Jan 2021 18:02:00 -040012:43nofull21We meet Moshe, Moshe meets God, and begins his fight for Jewish freedomRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Vayechi 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Vayechi 5781Both Yaakov &amp; Yosef's lives come a conclusion - Vayechi captures their last messages, and breaths - leaving us to reflect on their insight into the destiny of the Jewish people Both Yaakov & Yosef's lives come a conclusion - Vayechi captures their last messages, and breaths - leaving us to reflect on their insight into the destiny of the Jewish people

]]>05879999-8e62-4124-9581-b56000673142Wed, 30 Dec 2020 16:54:00 -040014:08nofull19Both Yaakov and Yosef's lives come a conclusion - Vayechi captures their last messages, and breaths - leaving us to reflect on their insight into the destiny of the Jewish peopleRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Vayigash 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Vayigash 5781Yosef reveals his true identity, his dreams come true, and we learn of a major turning point in Jewish history Yosef reveals his true identity, his dreams come true, and we learn of a major turning point in Jewish history

]]>31aba68a-1a79-4782-8692-f75f918795a4Wed, 23 Dec 2020 10:19:00 -040014:55nofull18Yosef reveals his true identity, his dreams come true, and we learn of a major turning point in Jewish historyRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Miketz 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Miketz 5781Yosef becomes the leader of the civilized world, and tries to bring his younger, beloved brother to his side. Yosef becomes the leader of the civilized world, and tries to bring his younger, beloved brother to his side.

]]>c68df7de-96b8-4d13-9f91-0bebb432e14bThu, 17 Dec 2020 14:00:00 -040014:07nofull17Yosef becomes the leader of the civilized world, and tries to bring his younger, beloved brother to his side.Rabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of VayeshevParsha on a Pod: A review of VayeshevYosef transforms from a young, disruptive kid, into a like-able, and trustworthy employee while experiencing a few significant hiccups a long the way Yosef transforms from a young, disruptive kid, into a like-able, and trustworthy employee while experiencing a few significant hiccups a long the way

]]>92343d77-89e2-430f-827c-0ed7df476e4bTue, 08 Dec 2020 17:26:00 -040014:03nofull16Yosef transforms from a young, disruptive kid, into a like-able, and trustworthy employee while experiencing a few significant hiccups a long the wayRabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Vayishlach 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Vayishlach 5781Yaakov becomes Yisrael. This parsha is all about Yaakov's transformation from a timid, and passive character, to one of the Forefathers, who shapes history. Yaakov becomes Yisrael. This parsha is all about Yaakov's transformation from a timid, and passive character, to one of the Forefathers, who shapes history.

]]>90a9ed21-a2b3-44ac-8772-f99c3b393a27Thu, 03 Dec 2020 11:00:00 -040013:45nofull15Yaakov becomes Yisrael. This parsha is all about Yaakov's transformation from a timid, and passive character, to one of the Forefathers, who shapes history.Rabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Vayetze 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Vayetze 5781Yaakov flees for his life, builds his family and business, and begins to experience considerable success - all while he is dreaming of angels... Yaakov flees for his life, builds his family and business, and begins to experience considerable success - all while he is dreaming of angels...

]]>dd4f78c9-3ffd-4406-b09e-c8b9a2f70932Tue, 24 Nov 2020 16:18:00 -040013:41nofull14Yaakov flees for his life, builds his family and business, and begins to experience considerable success - all while he is dreaming of angels...Rabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Toldot 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Toldot 5781Yitzchak &amp; Rivka find their voices, try to find a space to live, and look to find their future. Yitzchak & Rivka find their voices, try to find a space to live, and look to find their future.

]]>75b8eecd-5da0-4e23-8600-369cf1f1a879Tue, 17 Nov 2020 13:00:00 -040013:36nofull13Yitzchak and Rivka find their voices, try to find a space to live, and look to find their future.Rabbi Yechiel ShafferParsha on a Pod: A review of Chayei Sara 5781Parsha on a Pod: A review of Chayei Sara 5781Sarah passes and Avraham negotiates for a gravesight. Eleizer seeks out a wife for Yitzchok (66 verse narrative!) and returns succesfully. Avrham remarries, dies as does Yishmael. Sarah passes and Avraham negotiates for a gravesight. Eleizer seeks out a wife for Yitzchok (66 verse narrative!) and returns succesfully. Avrham remarries, dies as does Yishmael.

]]>47917d38-f0e6-4a54-b460-8005b1d586e3Tue, 10 Nov 2020 16:48:00 -040013:34nofull12Sarah passes and Avraham negotiates for a gravesight. Eleizer seeks out a wife for Yitzchok (66 verse narrative!) and returns succesfully. Avrham remarries, dies as does Yishmael.Rabbi Yechiel ShafferVayera 5781: Summary and insightsParsha on a Pod: Vayera 5781Avraham &amp; Sarah host special guests that bring good tidings, their tidings are not so good for Sedom. Lot is saved. Avraham makes peace with Avimelech, and finds himself in a bind. Avraham & Sarah host special guests that bring good tidings, their tidings are not so good for Sedom. Lot is saved. Avraham makes peace with Avimelech, and finds himself in a bind.

]]>526e9fbce4b06485ddc4979c:5fa4b860782875020eb4bc18:5fa4b86f711ea93e2d2b0c92Fri, 06 Nov 2020 02:48:00 -040012:26nofull11Rabbi Shaffer of PJC (pikesvillejewish.com) offers a brief summary of the Parsha, aliya by aliya, peppered with insights.Rabbi Yechiel Shaffer