<![CDATA[Sicha Insight, Rabbi Dov Wagner]]>Mon, 16 Jan 2023 15:31:37 +0000Captivate.fmProject Likkutei Sichoshttps://artwork.captivate.fm/d2abab88-2ce3-42f7-877d-d0199fe37958/Sicha-Insight_Wagner.jpgSicha Insight, Rabbi Dov WagnerProject Likkutei SichosProject Likkutei SichosThis is a class geared to Likkutei Sichos beginners. A basic anthology of the themes discussed in the Rebbe's talks, presented by Rabbi Dov Wagner - Chabad @ USC. Following the study cycle of Project Likkutei Sichos For the merit of a complete and speedy recovery for Rabbi Akiva Gershon ben Rochel Basyahttps://sichainsightrdw.captivate.fmnoepisodicVol. 10, Vayera 1 - Rabbi Dov WagnerVol. 10, Vayera 1 - Rabbi Dov WagnerThe story of Avraham is divided between two portions because they were two distinct stages, Lech Lecha and Vayera. One is like a brick, the other a stone. One Aramaic, the other Hebrew. One like an angel, the other so much higher.

]]>The story of Avraham is divided between two portions because they were two distinct stages, Lech Lecha and Vayera. One is like a brick, the other a stone. One Aramaic, the other Hebrew. One like an angel, the other so much higher.

]]>9ba883e4-1a2b-4fd1-8740-969877088c25Mon, 02 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -050001:19:55nofull109Project Likkutei SichosVol. 10, Noach 1 - Rabbi Dov WagnerVol. 10, Noach 1 - Rabbi Dov WagnerWhy have a single window on the ark? Why does Rashi offer two interpretations as to the light source in the ark? And what lessons are there for us about the different ways we can truly shine?

]]>Why have a single window on the ark? Why does Rashi offer two interpretations as to the light source in the ark? And what lessons are there for us about the different ways we can truly shine?

]]>44737744-e8cf-4b63-9beb-57215b983d10Tue, 20 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -050001:07:12nofull104Project Likkutei SichosChelek 14 Shoftim 2 - Rabbi Dov WagnerChelek 14 Shoftim 2 - Rabbi Dov WagnerCan there be prophets nowadays? The answer leads the Rebbe to a fascinating observation about where it is best to do a Mitzvah.

]]>Can there be prophets nowadays? The answer leads the Rebbe to a fascinating observation about where it is best to do a Mitzvah.

]]>ce4cd02f-0dda-4a19-a949-bc68c4419711Sun, 16 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -050001:43:17nofull1410Project Likkutei SichosChelek 14 Shoftim 1 - Rabbi Dov WagnerChelek 14 Shoftim 1 - Rabbi Dov WagnerWhat does it mean to be sincere with G-d? How do we avoid anxiety about the future? The Rebbe breaks down the implications of a Rashi.

]]>What does it mean to be sincere with G-d? How do we avoid anxiety about the future? The Rebbe breaks down the implications of a Rashi.

]]>b4a72c29-ef0e-46e9-a811-a805abcf01f9Sat, 15 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -050001:51:08nofull149Project Likkutei SichosChelek 14 Reeh 2 - Rabbi Dov WagnerChelek 14 Reeh 2 - Rabbi Dov WagnerHow can we cleave to G-d? And why does Rashi seem to keep changing how he addresses the question?

]]>How can we cleave to G-d? And why does Rashi seem to keep changing how he addresses the question?

]]>6a0db2c1-26af-48a7-a616-daa5c2f248e9Fri, 07 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -050002:42:43nofull148Project Likkutei SichosChelek 14 Reeh 1 - Rabbi Dov WagnerChelek 14 Reeh 1 - Rabbi Dov WagnerWere the Jews into eating blood or were they disgusted by it?

The Rebbe analyzes two explanations offered by Rashi.

]]>Were the Jews into eating blood or were they disgusted by it?

The Rebbe analyzes two explanations offered by Rashi.

]]>7c7358b5-cb27-4d81-936c-752ede8382a6Fri, 07 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -050002:07:54nofull147Project Likkutei SichosChelek 14 Ekev 2 - Rabbi Dov WagnerChelek 14 Ekev 2 - Rabbi Dov WagnerWomen's obligation to study Torah is sometimes presented as an obligation to know the necessary laws, and other times as a participation in the Torah study of their husbands and sons. The Rebbe analyzes the parameters and application of each.

]]>Women's obligation to study Torah is sometimes presented as an obligation to know the necessary laws, and other times as a participation in the Torah study of their husbands and sons. The Rebbe analyzes the parameters and application of each.

]]>960f3014-fb2d-4a0a-83ab-1ae6cefd6859Sat, 01 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -050001:51:02nofull146Project Likkutei SichosChelek 14 Ekev 1 - Rabbi Dov WagnerChelek 14 Ekev 1 - Rabbi Dov WagnerWhat's the common denominator between the breaking of the Tablets and the passing of righteous people? The Rebbe emphasizes a positive message in each.

]]>What's the common denominator between the breaking of the Tablets and the passing of righteous people? The Rebbe emphasizes a positive message in each.

]]>8f614402-9779-4539-ba89-c5b10dd2ec5fFri, 31 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -050050:02nofull145Project Likkutei SichosChelek 14 Vaeschanan 2 - Rabbi Dov WagnerChelek 14 Vaeschanan 2 - Rabbi Dov WagnerReading the Shema relates to a constant obligation - accepting the unity of G-d. Torah study is about comprehension - which is always changing. Yet, the Mitzvah of Shema is divided between day and night, whereas the obligation of Torah study is constant. The Rebbe gives 3 reasons why, that highlight the nature of our purpose in life.

]]>Reading the Shema relates to a constant obligation - accepting the unity of G-d. Torah study is about comprehension - which is always changing. Yet, the Mitzvah of Shema is divided between day and night, whereas the obligation of Torah study is constant. The Rebbe gives 3 reasons why, that highlight the nature of our purpose in life.

]]>d6a81497-3b6a-448d-96e7-2c6aafd9cf7dFri, 24 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -050001:35:34nofull144Project Likkutei SichosChelek 14, Vaeschanan 1 - Rabbi Dov WagnerChelek 14, Vaeschanan 1 - Rabbi Dov WagnerConcluding the Talmudic tractate of Shabbos. One can measure or tie an impermanent knot on Shabbat for the sake of a Mitzvah - but understanding the order requires a fundamental understanding of the root of the prohibitions.

]]>Concluding the Talmudic tractate of Shabbos. One can measure or tie an impermanent knot on Shabbat for the sake of a Mitzvah - but understanding the order requires a fundamental understanding of the root of the prohibitions.

]]>5b3ab2ea-eea8-45bf-b9b8-cb53785e2862Fri, 24 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -050002:16:05nofull143Project Likkutei SichosChelek 14 Devarim 1Chelek 14 Devarim 1Even when rebuking the Jewish people, Moshe looks out for their honor.

]]>Even when rebuking the Jewish people, Moshe looks out for their honor.

]]>78cfbd6d-7079-432e-a6ef-4a0aa2d41c2dMon, 20 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -050001:01:09nofull141Project Likkutei SichosChelek 14 Devarim 2 - Rabbi Dov WagnerChelek 14 Devarim 2 - Rabbi Dov WagnerWhat happens when there's a seemingly obvious question that Rashi doesn't address? The answer must be obvious upon analysis as well.

]]>What happens when there's a seemingly obvious question that Rashi doesn't address? The answer must be obvious upon analysis as well.

]]>7934e965-c8e8-4185-8222-7a21e76fab5eFri, 17 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -050001:18:33nofull142Project Likkutei SichosChelek 13 Matos 2 - Rabbi Dov WagnerChelek 13 Matos 2 - Rabbi Dov WagnerAn incredible lesson from Biblical math and round numbers.

]]>An incredible lesson from Biblical math and round numbers.

]]>2c1b15aa-28d5-4ec9-952e-848768452767Wed, 15 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -050001:15:28nofull1318Project Likkutei SichosChelek 12, Bechukosai 1Chelek 12, Bechukosai 1A fascinating analysis of seemingly unrelated Talmudic discussions:

An argument about the degree of sanctity of an animal mistakenly designated as a tithe...

A plot to depose the leader of the Talmudic academy...

A nickname given to one of the plotters as a punishment...

And an argument about what kind of knowledge is best - breadth or depth...

The Rebbe shows how they're all part of the same issue: Rabbi Meir's focus on quality over quantity.

]]>A fascinating analysis of seemingly unrelated Talmudic discussions:

An argument about the degree of sanctity of an animal mistakenly designated as a tithe...

A plot to depose the leader of the Talmudic academy...

A nickname given to one of the plotters as a punishment...

And an argument about what kind of knowledge is best - breadth or depth...

The Rebbe shows how they're all part of the same issue: Rabbi Meir's focus on quality over quantity.

]]>64fda558-426e-4520-8ad0-835c06c7377aThu, 07 May 2020 09:00:00 -050001:18:41nofull1217Project Likkutei SichosChelek 12, Emor 2Chelek 12, Emor 2Why does the Torah tell us to "remember" the Shofar on Rosh Hashanah.

An analysis on Rashi's commentary.

]]>Why does the Torah tell us to "remember" the Shofar on Rosh Hashanah.

An analysis on Rashi's commentary.

]]>df6210b0-06bd-47c9-987a-46301568d634Thu, 30 Apr 2020 09:01:00 -050001:11:29nofull1214Project Likkutei SichosChelek 12, Emor 1Chelek 12, Emor 1Why does the Midrash relate the completeness of the Omer to the days of the week?

What does that have to do with two obscure families of Kohanim - Yeshua and Shchenya?

And how do the days of the week represent harmonizing the transcendent and the immanent, the infinite and the finite?

]]>Why does the Midrash relate the completeness of the Omer to the days of the week?

What does that have to do with two obscure families of Kohanim - Yeshua and Shchenya?

And how do the days of the week represent harmonizing the transcendent and the immanent, the infinite and the finite?

]]>7b6fd1f3-f557-4974-a8fc-2b555687c682Thu, 30 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -050002:13:33nofull1213Project Likkutei SichosChelek 12, KedoshimChelek 12, KedoshimReconciling two opposite ideas of holiness - being removed from the world, or the nitty-gritty details like washing our hands. Relationship between the two portions read this week - Acharei Mos and Kedoshim.

]]>Reconciling two opposite ideas of holiness - being removed from the world, or the nitty-gritty details like washing our hands. Relationship between the two portions read this week - Acharei Mos and Kedoshim.

]]>5e78dcc2-03d4-4b1a-82a4-fc94c1f94bafThu, 23 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -050001:36:28nofull1212Project Likkutei SichosChelek 11, Pekudei 3Chelek 11, Pekudei 3Why was Moses not able to erect the Tabernacle without a Divine assist? What'a the message for us? The preciousness of our own hard work paired with the advantage of a G-dly revelation.

]]>Why was Moses not able to erect the Tabernacle without a Divine assist? What'a the message for us? The preciousness of our own hard work paired with the advantage of a G-dly revelation.

]]>ea77df1a-fd9b-4b24-8fb1-35a62d33da12Thu, 02 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -050001:21:56nofull1116Project Likkutei SichosChelek 12, Shabbat HaGadolChelek 12, Shabbat HaGadolWhy is the miracle of Shabbat HaGadol referred to as great? And why isn't it commemorated on the 10th of Nissan? The power of transformation.

]]>Why is the miracle of Shabbat HaGadol referred to as great? And why isn't it commemorated on the 10th of Nissan? The power of transformation.

]]>f47cdb2d-afa7-49f2-81e9-4d2494ce7dd9Fri, 27 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -050001:13:36nofull124Project Likkutei SichosChelek 12, TzavChelek 12, TzavWhat are the situations that require a Thanksgiving offering? And why do we have 3 Matzahs at the Seder? An analysis of Rashi provides insight into the precise reasoning.

]]>What are the situations that require a Thanksgiving offering? And why do we have 3 Matzahs at the Seder? An analysis of Rashi provides insight into the precise reasoning.

]]>c818b8d5-d36f-4486-ab8b-dee8f2949c18Thu, 26 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -050002:20:10nofull123Project Likkutei SichosChelek 12, Vayikra 2Chelek 12, Vayikra 2A Talmudic Analysis.

Why doesn't quantity matter? What is the true function of offerings? And when does the amount count?

]]>A Talmudic Analysis.

Why doesn't quantity matter? What is the true function of offerings? And when does the amount count?

]]>28c5f9c0-1981-4598-bde0-e41e85677619Thu, 19 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -050002:15:33nofull122Project Likkutei SichosChelek 12, Vayikra 1Chelek 12, Vayikra 1What kind of offering is the Torah describing in the book of Vayikra? And how does ownership work? Why did Adam own everything?

]]>What kind of offering is the Torah describing in the book of Vayikra? And how does ownership work? Why did Adam own everything?

]]>664f63ad-c7de-405e-9cd1-9a2b5ec31009Thu, 19 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -050001:31:39nofull121Project Likkutei SichosChelek 11 Pikudei 1Chelek 11 Pikudei 1What was Moshe's blessing when they finished building the Tabernacle, and why was it needed?

]]>What was Moshe's blessing when they finished building the Tabernacle, and why was it needed?

]]>6040c2d4-531a-49e3-9068-d2331eb76313Sat, 14 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -050001:48:18nofull1116Project Likkutei SichosChelek 11 Vayakhel 2Chelek 11 Vayakhel 2Why does the text single out Bezalel as builder of the Ark? How is true self sacrifice expressed?

]]>Why does the text single out Bezalel as builder of the Ark? How is true self sacrifice expressed?

]]>19e7d2d8-a7cb-45f4-8a20-33bc35d9563eThu, 12 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -050001:48:18nofull1115Project Likkutei SichosChelek 11 Vayakhel 1Chelek 11 Vayakhel 1Are the Ten Commandments different than the rest of them?

]]>Are the Ten Commandments different than the rest of them?

]]>c4854075-213b-424f-a411-8c0ab994f024Thu, 12 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -050001:05:03nofull1114Project Likkutei SichosChelek 11, Ki Sisa 2Chelek 11, Ki Sisa 2Analysis of Rashi: Why did Moshe rush to bow? Importance of alacrity.

]]>Analysis of Rashi: Why did Moshe rush to bow? Importance of alacrity.

]]>5d2b3ca3-9d51-4ac9-86fe-e2130be3ab70Thu, 05 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -050001:06:55nofull1113Project Likkutei SichosChelek 11, Ki Sisa 1Chelek 11, Ki Sisa 1An analysis of Rashi leads to 2 possibilities about Aaron's involvement with the Golden Calf. What did the Golden Calf represent? And how can we avoid making similar mistakes?

]]>An analysis of Rashi leads to 2 possibilities about Aaron's involvement with the Golden Calf. What did the Golden Calf represent? And how can we avoid making similar mistakes?

]]>d1171d81-276a-45b4-b1a9-e66950777e65Thu, 05 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -050001:33:45nofull1112Project Likkutei SichosChelek 11, Tetzave 2Chelek 11, Tetzave 2Was the Divine inspiration of the Urim v'Tumim an integral part of the breastplate, or an added component? What's the connection between the breastplate, the serpent, and Moshiach?

]]>Was the Divine inspiration of the Urim v'Tumim an integral part of the breastplate, or an added component? What's the connection between the breastplate, the serpent, and Moshiach?

]]>34c6a005-4252-4d89-9367-57c63f23a3fcThu, 27 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -050011:06nofull1111Project Likkutei SichosChelek 11, Tetzave 1Chelek 11, Tetzave 1When the Torah says "pure olive oil" is it the oil that needs to be pure or the olive? And is the point of oil to crush the bitterness of the olive, or to reveal its higher source?

]]>When the Torah says "pure olive oil" is it the oil that needs to be pure or the olive? And is the point of oil to crush the bitterness of the olive, or to reveal its higher source?

]]>4617ee51-7c90-4562-8cd5-518b8dcdb9aeThu, 27 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -050010:57nofull1110Project Likkutei SichosChelek 11, Terumah 2Chelek 11, Terumah 2Are sacred spaces at their core about the activities that happen in them, or about the space itself? Two arguments between Maimonides and Nachmanides-and the lesson for us.

]]>Are sacred spaces at their core about the activities that happen in them, or about the space itself? Two arguments between Maimonides and Nachmanides-and the lesson for us.

]]>e9ac4467-89ae-4eb5-8e34-7bfe4f25c1e7Thu, 20 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -050009:42nofull119Rabbi Dov WagnerChelek 11, Terumah 1Chelek 11, Terumah 1The different offerings required for the Temple teach us about our common denominators as well as the unique individuality of each person. These are reflected in our daily prayers as well.

]]>The different offerings required for the Temple teach us about our common denominators as well as the unique individuality of each person. These are reflected in our daily prayers as well.

]]>51421a45-395e-4180-8916-3c7b95277960Thu, 20 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -050011:27nofull118Rabbi Dov WagnerChelek 11, Mishpatim 2Chelek 11, Mishpatim 2Is the Torah's description of lending money mandatory or optional? Do we need to work? A Rashi analysis.

]]>Is the Torah's description of lending money mandatory or optional? Do we need to work? A Rashi analysis.

]]>e7b9234c-6756-47aa-9cb1-f13f7739b8c1Thu, 13 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -050010:16nofull117Rabbi Dov WagnerChelek 11, Yisro 2Chelek 11, Yisro 2Thought, Speech and Action on Shabbos

]]>Thought, Speech and Action on Shabbos

]]>3e5fb5b7-dcf4-45d0-bf6a-f449102aaf87Fri, 07 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -050010:20nofull115Rabbi Dov WagnerChelek 11, Beshalach 1Chelek 11, Beshalach 1Why is prayer referred to as our ancestors' craft? How does that influence the way we see ourselves and others?

]]>Why is prayer referred to as our ancestors' craft? How does that influence the way we see ourselves and others?

]]>4c3d41d6-5c9c-4a15-9d47-6a052555fab6Thu, 30 Jan 2020 09:00:00 -050006:22nofull111Rabbi Dov Wagner