<![CDATA[Sicha Insights, Rabbi Yossi Winner]]>4014dd76-10f9-5b8a-a823-918c111cab71Mon, 08 Sep 2025 22:46:08 +0000Captivate.fmProject Likkutei Sichoshttps://artwork.captivate.fm/d694cc36-75f9-442b-991c-ee39e2de3e30/sicha-insight-winner.jpgSicha Insights, Rabbi Yossi WinnerProject Likkutei SichosProject Likkutei SichosThis is a class geared to Likkutei Sichos beginners. An insightful anthology of the themes discussed in the sicha, delivered by Rabbi Yossi Winner Director of Chabad at the University of Arizona. This series follows the learning cycle of Project Likkutei Sichos.https://sichainsightsryw.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastVol 29 - Chai ElulVol 29 - Chai ElulChai Elul. The 2 energies of Elul.

The time of holiness and the content of holiness.

Practical lessons in preparation for Rosh Hashana

]]>Chai Elul. The 2 energies of Elul.

The time of holiness and the content of holiness.

Practical lessons in preparation for Rosh Hashana

]]>eb6f34b7-fad1-4f39-be3b-5401bfb874b8Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -040009:20falsefull29729729Chelek 29, Ki Tetze 1Chelek 29, Ki Tetze 1The Torah outlines four kinds of forbidden mixtures:

  1. Shatnez — wearing a garment made of wool and linen together.
  2. Crossbreeding animals —
  3. Planting mixed seeds 
  4. cooking meat and milk together.

Are there ever exceptions? What are the spiritual reasons for now allowing them to be mixed?

]]>The Torah outlines four kinds of forbidden mixtures:

  1. Shatnez — wearing a garment made of wool and linen together.
  2. Crossbreeding animals —
  3. Planting mixed seeds 
  4. cooking meat and milk together.

Are there ever exceptions? What are the spiritual reasons for now allowing them to be mixed?

]]>fa47133f-4519-4d21-9a03-6a53d9654ca5Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -040007:04falsefull29629629Chelek 29, Shoftim 01Chelek 29, Shoftim 01Judges and officers, We will do and understand. Purpose of creation. Hashem gave his most precious orchard to the his most precious child.

Why is it that the Jewish people are compared to a small child.

]]>Judges and officers, We will do and understand. Purpose of creation. Hashem gave his most precious orchard to the his most precious child.

Why is it that the Jewish people are compared to a small child.

]]>054ffdea-9344-49b0-9b36-b9d0e652cb24Thu, 21 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -040006:58falsefull29529529Chelek 29, Re'eh 1Chelek 29, Re'eh 1The difference between the Mishkan and the Beis Hamidkosh Mikdash.

Rambam and Chassidus.

]]>The difference between the Mishkan and the Beis Hamidkosh Mikdash.

Rambam and Chassidus.

]]>6e437231-12ae-4c22-bf15-71751938625bThu, 14 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -040007:37falsefull29429429Chelek 29, Eikav 2Chelek 29, Eikav 2The difference between the mitzvah of Tefillin, tzitzis and Mezuzah according to the Rabmam. Practical lesson from each. Living inside out.

]]>The difference between the mitzvah of Tefillin, tzitzis and Mezuzah according to the Rabmam. Practical lesson from each. Living inside out.

]]>7b2c7c5f-50b1-450e-a6e2-5b88cf7685f9Wed, 06 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -040008:03falsefull29329329Chelek 29, Voeschanan 1Chelek 29, Voeschanan 1Parsha's V'eschanan.

The Alter Rebbe in Tanya, Shaar HaYichud VehaEmunah, the Rebbeim of Chabad-Lubavitch have endeavored to explain G-d’s oneness in a manner that we can grasp it conceptually, not merely as a principle of faith, but as a truth that we can understand and internalize within our thinking. In this way, it will impact not only our belief system, but the way we actually live.

The Bal Shemtov,

Modeh Ani

Renewal

]]>Parsha's V'eschanan.

The Alter Rebbe in Tanya, Shaar HaYichud VehaEmunah, the Rebbeim of Chabad-Lubavitch have endeavored to explain G-d’s oneness in a manner that we can grasp it conceptually, not merely as a principle of faith, but as a truth that we can understand and internalize within our thinking. In this way, it will impact not only our belief system, but the way we actually live.

The Bal Shemtov,

Modeh Ani

Renewal

]]>98e254bf-04a1-4659-b61f-5248224ac57eFri, 01 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -040006:53falsefull29229229Chelek 29, Devorim-ChazonChelek 29, Devorim-ChazonOn the Shabbos before Tish B'av, we are shown a vision of the third beds hamidkosh.

Destruction and redemption.

]]>On the Shabbos before Tish B'av, we are shown a vision of the third beds hamidkosh.

Destruction and redemption.

]]>e1120c11-9796-45d6-8f2f-ec023d08bd0fWed, 23 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -040005:34falsefull21212Chelek 28 - Parshas MaasaiChelek 28 - Parshas MaasaiThere were Kohanim Gedolim who lived long lives and were compared to a tree — deeply rooted, consistent, and nourishing.

Others served only briefly and were called temporary Kohanim Gedolim, yet their short service burned brightly like a flame. The Rebbe explains that both types played a vital role: one represented steady, lasting growth, while the other embodied powerful, momentary impact.

]]>There were Kohanim Gedolim who lived long lives and were compared to a tree — deeply rooted, consistent, and nourishing.

Others served only briefly and were called temporary Kohanim Gedolim, yet their short service burned brightly like a flame. The Rebbe explains that both types played a vital role: one represented steady, lasting growth, while the other embodied powerful, momentary impact.

]]>d83986dd-187a-4dd1-99b3-8fb10d39cc5eThu, 17 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -040006:17falsefull28228228Chelek 21, Tetzaveh 1Chelek 21, Tetzaveh 1Moshe is not mentioned in this Parsha, unlike anywhere else in

the Chumash; from when Moshe was born, there is no Parsha in

which he wasn’t mentioned besides for in Mishneh Torah (Sefer

Devarim.) The reason is because he said (to G-d), “Erase me

from the book which You wrote,” and the word of a scholar,

even if conditional, is ultimately fulfilled (Makos 11).

]]>Moshe is not mentioned in this Parsha, unlike anywhere else in

the Chumash; from when Moshe was born, there is no Parsha in

which he wasn’t mentioned besides for in Mishneh Torah (Sefer

Devarim.) The reason is because he said (to G-d), “Erase me

from the book which You wrote,” and the word of a scholar,

even if conditional, is ultimately fulfilled (Makos 11).

]]>ee246d55-5030-4926-addb-3451a4630ed5Wed, 14 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -040003:25falsefull21121121Chelek 15, Vayera - Chof Cheshvan - Rabbi Yossi WinnerChelek 15, Vayera - Chof Cheshvan - Rabbi Yossi WinnerLessons in early childhood education. The change that happened with the story of the Rebbe Rashab.

]]>Lessons in early childhood education. The change that happened with the story of the Rebbe Rashab.

]]>3b95d77a-91c9-4f70-9522-038b6fd5a695Wed, 25 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -040003:31falsefull15415415Chelek 15, Lech Lecha 3 with Rabbi Yisroel WilhelmChelek 15, Lech Lecha 3 with Rabbi Yisroel WilhelmThree levels of leadership and three levels of outreach. Noach, Avrohom and Moshe. The era of the creation of the world, the era of the flood, the era of the preperation for the giving of the Torah and the era of the giving of the Torah.

]]>Three levels of leadership and three levels of outreach. Noach, Avrohom and Moshe. The era of the creation of the world, the era of the flood, the era of the preperation for the giving of the Torah and the era of the giving of the Torah.

]]>3194e798-8df1-4efa-bc17-9bf195fc4f3fWed, 19 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -040051:34falsefull15615615Chelek 17, Ethics of our fathers with Rabbi Eliezer WolfChelek 17, Ethics of our fathers with Rabbi Eliezer WolfRebbi Chananya says that G-d wanted to bring merit to the Jewish people and therefore gave them an abundance of Torah and Mitzvos.

What is accomplished through the study of the Torah and the fulfillment of Mitzvos? How that changes a person, how that changes the nature of the object used for the Mitzvah, and how learning Torah and doing Mitzvos accomplishes the greatest level of G-d revelation. The Unity of Torah, the surrendering to G-d in Mitzvos, and the refinement of human characters.

]]>Rebbi Chananya says that G-d wanted to bring merit to the Jewish people and therefore gave them an abundance of Torah and Mitzvos.

What is accomplished through the study of the Torah and the fulfillment of Mitzvos? How that changes a person, how that changes the nature of the object used for the Mitzvah, and how learning Torah and doing Mitzvos accomplishes the greatest level of G-d revelation. The Unity of Torah, the surrendering to G-d in Mitzvos, and the refinement of human characters.

]]>6534fdab-e3aa-4c3f-8cdc-67fadb1d4d33Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -040054:52falsefull1727172717Chelek 17, Tazria - Hachodesh, Rabbi Sholom Moshe PaltielChelek 17, Tazria - Hachodesh, Rabbi Sholom Moshe PaltielExperiencing G-d through miracles and experiencing G-d through nature. Are nature and miracles two distinct realities? The rebbe explores the synthesis of miracles and nature and how they express themselves in each other. A practical lesson in a person's service to G-d.

The Moon, the Sun, the month of Nissan, and the month of Tishrei

]]>Experiencing G-d through miracles and experiencing G-d through nature. Are nature and miracles two distinct realities? The rebbe explores the synthesis of miracles and nature and how they express themselves in each other. A practical lesson in a person's service to G-d.

The Moon, the Sun, the month of Nissan, and the month of Tishrei

]]>49915b75-7aef-46c3-87fe-3f361e62f2a6Wed, 23 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -040049:48falsefull1730173017Chelek 17, Shemini 3 with Rabbi Yonasan PerryChelek 17, Shemini 3 with Rabbi Yonasan PerryA conversation with Moshe and Aaron during Aaron's state of mourning.

Moshe listens and accepts Aaron's view and shares it with the Jewish people. Moshe & Aaron's core mission and worldview. Moshe is Emes and Aaron is Chesed when both are embraced in the world we make a home for G-d in the world.

]]>A conversation with Moshe and Aaron during Aaron's state of mourning.

Moshe listens and accepts Aaron's view and shares it with the Jewish people. Moshe & Aaron's core mission and worldview. Moshe is Emes and Aaron is Chesed when both are embraced in the world we make a home for G-d in the world.

]]>a7339fdc-2e74-4bb5-891f-0b50913232c4Wed, 16 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -040042:07falsefull17617617Chelek 16, Purim 2 Rabbi Ari SollishChelek 16, Purim 2 Rabbi Ari SollishThe theme of Purim! The Jewish people accepted the Torah with alacrity and enthusiasm. The advantage of doing good deeds willingly and with joy.

]]>The theme of Purim! The Jewish people accepted the Torah with alacrity and enthusiasm. The advantage of doing good deeds willingly and with joy.

]]>1c753a85-821d-4816-8e65-f754978b989cWed, 09 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -040051:38falsefull1629162916Chelek 17, Vayikra 4, Rabbi Yossi LipskierChelek 17, Vayikra 4, Rabbi Yossi LipskierA tapestry of Talmudic scholarship woven together through underlying rabbinic theory.

The core argument of Rebbi V'rabbanan throughout the Talmud.

Music contributed by Eli Marcus

]]>A tapestry of Talmudic scholarship woven together through underlying rabbinic theory.

The core argument of Rebbi V'rabbanan throughout the Talmud.

Music contributed by Eli Marcus

]]>e1ee6935-7c6e-404e-b876-7e984e6d5cdeWed, 02 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -040001:01:51falsefull17117117Chelek 16 Pikudei 3 with Rabbi Manis FriedmanChelek 16 Pikudei 3 with Rabbi Manis FriedmanMaking a dwelling place for G-d. In the physical, by the people, and shared with the world. The world becomes a home for G-d because the world is the truest expression of G-d in his essence.

]]>Making a dwelling place for G-d. In the physical, by the people, and shared with the world. The world becomes a home for G-d because the world is the truest expression of G-d in his essence.

]]>62b4bc54-f98b-48c9-892d-cf9dfa75fb60Wed, 23 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -040001:21:39falsefull1625162516Chelek 16, Vayakel 2 With Rabbi Eli SilbersteinChelek 16, Vayakel 2 With Rabbi Eli SilbersteinTorah Scholars, rebels, and salamanders.

A beautiful explanation about the unique transformation of the world through Torah study and good deeds.

]]>Torah Scholars, rebels, and salamanders.

A beautiful explanation about the unique transformation of the world through Torah study and good deeds.

]]>89847f3e-41b6-467d-ae0f-c4b4e9749708Wed, 16 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -040053:17falsefull1625162516Chelek 16, Ki Sisa 4 Rabbi Yisroel DerenChelek 16, Ki Sisa 4 Rabbi Yisroel DerenNo, I don't want to go, there is so much pain and evil on the world below.

A tale of two oxen. A tale of 2 groups of Jews!

]]>No, I don't want to go, there is so much pain and evil on the world below.

A tale of two oxen. A tale of 2 groups of Jews!

]]>974eb1dd-03dc-4d92-9f50-dfa25e65dd38Wed, 09 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -040049:35falsefull1624162416Chelek 16, Tetzave 2 Rabbi Shmuly LevitinChelek 16, Tetzave 2 Rabbi Shmuly LevitinBells, pomegranates, and public menorah lighting!

]]>Bells, pomegranates, and public menorah lighting!

]]>8111d8fd-c68d-4e10-9faa-4a2677bc5ff6Wed, 02 Feb 2022 09:00:00 -040052:09falsefull1623162316Chelek 16, Terumah 4 Rabbi Asher YarasChelek 16, Terumah 4 Rabbi Asher YarasA Hadran on Mesechtas Chagigah. The common denominator of beis Shammai and beis Shammai and beis Hillel through the Talmud.

]]>A Hadran on Mesechtas Chagigah. The common denominator of beis Shammai and beis Shammai and beis Hillel through the Talmud.

]]>3631d208-b9bf-447a-9cc0-64a376b58d64Wed, 19 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -040041:39falsefull1622162216Chelek 16 Mishpatim 4 Farbrengen with Rabbi Yaakov WinnerChelek 16 Mishpatim 4 Farbrengen with Rabbi Yaakov WinnerRabban Yochanan ben Zakkai lived every moment of his life fully invested in his mission on earth.

]]>Rabban Yochanan ben Zakkai lived every moment of his life fully invested in his mission on earth.

]]>004f1308-f10a-4fad-88c0-953a68c48dfdWed, 19 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -040046:24falsefull1617161716Chelek 16, Yisro 3 - Farbrengen with Rabbi Eli FriedmanChelek 16, Yisro 3 - Farbrengen with Rabbi Eli FriedmanA powerful look at how G-d prepared the world for the giving of the Torah and how each Mitzvah object was designed for Am Yisroel.

Yisroi, Rav Yosef, Gamara Pesachim.

]]>A powerful look at how G-d prepared the world for the giving of the Torah and how each Mitzvah object was designed for Am Yisroel.

Yisroi, Rav Yosef, Gamara Pesachim.

]]>6b8f29b9-d784-470a-b72c-ee6ef989c636Wed, 12 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -040001:06:20falsefull1621162116Chelek 15, Lech Lecha 2Chelek 15, Lech Lecha 2When teaching children about the infinite power of G-d, we depict it by saying, "G-d's mighty hand." Why do we begin to teach children about the mighty hand of G-d when in reality G-d is infinitely greater than any human form?

]]>When teaching children about the infinite power of G-d, we depict it by saying, "G-d's mighty hand." Why do we begin to teach children about the mighty hand of G-d when in reality G-d is infinitely greater than any human form?

]]>37716018-199e-477f-9016-953775fa1fd1Wed, 06 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -040009:12falsefull15615615Chelek 19, Shoftim 1Chelek 19, Shoftim 1Two ways to lead the Jewish people

Like a heart and like a brain.

]]>Two ways to lead the Jewish people

Like a heart and like a brain.

]]>0801aec8-c83c-4867-97bd-2df8bae7af75Wed, 04 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -040008:19falsefull19319319Chelek 18, Korach 1Chelek 18, Korach 1Is there any positive message to the story of Korach?

]]>Is there any positive message to the story of Korach?

]]>6104e152-15bb-4194-aede-ec4980e648a2Wed, 02 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -040006:23falsefull18318318Chelek 17, Bechukoisai 1Chelek 17, Bechukoisai 1Toiling in Torah study penetrates a heart of stone.

]]>Toiling in Torah study penetrates a heart of stone.

]]>67e82a0c-0598-4bd1-90e4-5042526c0491Wed, 28 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -040008:10falsefull17417417Chelek 17, Vayikra 1Chelek 17, Vayikra 1The difference between Adam and Moshe

The small alef in vayikra. why is the letter small in the Torah?

True meaning of humility

]]>The difference between Adam and Moshe

The small alef in vayikra. why is the letter small in the Torah?

True meaning of humility

]]>c523a92d-bd16-455a-877c-89c3ce847eeaWed, 10 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -040007:59falsefull17117117Chelek 16 - Pikudei 1Chelek 16 - Pikudei 1Can a story in the Torah be more valuable then it's laws?

We discuss the difference between stories that are mentioned in the Torah compared to laws, commands and instructions.

]]>Can a story in the Torah be more valuable then it's laws?

We discuss the difference between stories that are mentioned in the Torah compared to laws, commands and instructions.

]]>56cec8b3-9914-450e-8771-d2c24d7644eaWed, 03 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -040006:14falsefull16816816Chelek 16 - Purim 1Chelek 16 - Purim 1Do you awaken the dawn or does the dawn awake you?

2 perspectives to the holiday of Purim

]]>Do you awaken the dawn or does the dawn awake you?

2 perspectives to the holiday of Purim

]]>28d472b2-96f1-4d90-8a37-35c12e4662a2Wed, 17 Feb 2021 09:00:00 -040006:44falsefull16516516Chelek 16, Yisro 1Chelek 16, Yisro 1The Rambam says, from the day the Beis Hamikdash was destroyed Hashem has nothing in His world like the four cubits of halacha. Where does one find the holiness and intensity of the beis hamikdash? That's found in the four cubits of halacha.

Why?

And how does this connect to Yisroi

Find out here. Fascinating take !

]]>The Rambam says, from the day the Beis Hamikdash was destroyed Hashem has nothing in His world like the four cubits of halacha. Where does one find the holiness and intensity of the beis hamikdash? That's found in the four cubits of halacha.

Why?

And how does this connect to Yisroi

Find out here. Fascinating take !

]]>fe39eabe-4708-4042-8678-90329f4dfc68Wed, 27 Jan 2021 09:00:00 -040008:04falsefull16316316Chelek 11, Bo 2Chelek 11, Bo 2The Mitzvah of redeeming your firstborn.

Is it the obligation of the father or the son?

]]>The Mitzvah of redeeming your firstborn.

Is it the obligation of the father or the son?

]]>0c6be273-42d7-43f4-806c-dba43960f14fWed, 13 Jan 2021 09:00:00 -040008:47falsefull11611611Chelek 11, Shemos 1Chelek 11, Shemos 1No Jew will be left behind

]]>No Jew will be left behind

]]>e5045e25-8d1d-49dd-b65c-3637b6cc345dThu, 31 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -040009:19falsefull11111111Chelek 10, Vayaishev 1Chelek 10, Vayaishev 1In this sicha the Rebbe sets forth the fundamentals in Jewish outreach. How must we approach ourselves and the Jewish world at large. The dream of Joseph is not just a dream about bundles of sheaves bowing to Joseph’s bundle but it also carries a profound eternal message about caring for another Jew.


]]>In this sicha the Rebbe sets forth the fundamentals in Jewish outreach. How must we approach ourselves and the Jewish world at large. The dream of Joseph is not just a dream about bundles of sheaves bowing to Joseph’s bundle but it also carries a profound eternal message about caring for another Jew.


]]>8b33392e-c3ab-43c4-bf18-ad1e609444a5Wed, 02 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -040006:50falsefull1011101110Chelek 10, Vayishlach 1Chelek 10, Vayishlach 1“In a place where a person wants to be, that is where a person is found"

Jacob sent angels to greet Eisav.

Spiritual meaning of the mission of the soul being sent into this world.

Last teaching of the Magid

Lessons is Shlichus

]]>“In a place where a person wants to be, that is where a person is found"

Jacob sent angels to greet Eisav.

Spiritual meaning of the mission of the soul being sent into this world.

Last teaching of the Magid

Lessons is Shlichus

]]>1be944e3-abd9-4649-badf-10950aad9233Wed, 25 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -040007:13falsefull1011101110Chelek 10, Vayaitzai 1Chelek 10, Vayaitzai 1Why did Avrohom and Yitzchok make a covenant with Avimelech while Yaakov chose not to?

The difference between the Avois.

Lessons from the Yaakov.


]]>Why did Avrohom and Yitzchok make a covenant with Avimelech while Yaakov chose not to?

The difference between the Avois.

Lessons from the Yaakov.


]]>f9ba1dbd-ba8b-4421-9f3f-698eebde8155Wed, 18 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -040007:38falsefull1010101010Chelek 10, Tolodos 2Chelek 10, Tolodos 2The blessing from Isaac to Jacob and his future descendants.

Rashi says that Isaac blessed Jacob that G-d should give and return and give again. What is meant by this?

]]>The blessing from Isaac to Jacob and his future descendants.

Rashi says that Isaac blessed Jacob that G-d should give and return and give again. What is meant by this?

]]>e0088e6e-f629-4cf7-b775-1a6e1398c69aWed, 11 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -040006:55falsefull10910910Chelek 10, Chayei Sarah 1Chelek 10, Chayei Sarah 1Abraham purchased the cave of Machpalah.

Abraham did not accept to receive the land for free. He negated Efron's offer.

Why?

]]>Abraham purchased the cave of Machpalah.

Abraham did not accept to receive the land for free. He negated Efron's offer.

Why?

]]>1186eac3-31cb-4d7e-8cbb-0d848028abebWed, 04 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -040008:37falsefull10910910Chelek 10, Vayera 1Chelek 10, Vayera 1The difference between biblical Hebrew and other languages.

What's the difference between stones and bricks?

Lessons from Abraham in our daily lives

]]>The difference between biblical Hebrew and other languages.

What's the difference between stones and bricks?

Lessons from Abraham in our daily lives

]]>19eed456-eacf-4dee-89e7-9e74752a6905Wed, 28 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -040009:02falsefull10710710Chelek 10, Lech Lecha 2Chelek 10, Lech Lecha 2Why do we recite "to enter him into the covenant of our father Abraham.” at a Bris Milah?

What is the purpose of all commandements?

What is unique about the commandment of circumcision?

Abraham was the first to ever do it.

Are we like Abraham?

This podcast explores these ideas as well as a personal lesson on pain.

]]>Why do we recite "to enter him into the covenant of our father Abraham.” at a Bris Milah?

What is the purpose of all commandements?

What is unique about the commandment of circumcision?

Abraham was the first to ever do it.

Are we like Abraham?

This podcast explores these ideas as well as a personal lesson on pain.

]]>40875f31-1822-47e0-a98d-98ecb845e369Wed, 21 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -040010:02falsefull10610610Chelek 10, Noach 2Chelek 10, Noach 2Speech etiquette in Judaism and judging others favorably.

When seeing something bad in your neighbor is that a sign that you posses that negative trait or is that only a sign to help you friend?

When is a life a mirror and when is life a lesson.

Noah's Ark

]]>Speech etiquette in Judaism and judging others favorably.

When seeing something bad in your neighbor is that a sign that you posses that negative trait or is that only a sign to help you friend?

When is a life a mirror and when is life a lesson.

Noah's Ark

]]>61f91d77-5758-4660-a553-633f69202bbfWed, 14 Oct 2020 09:00:00 -040008:11falsefull1078107810Chelek 14, V'zos Habracha 1Chelek 14, V'zos Habracha 1Simchas Torah is celebrated at the conclusion of the holiday of Sukkos.

It would be more befitting for the yearly cycle of Torah study to begin and end at the Holiday of Shvous which is the anniversary of the giving of the Torah.

Why do we celebrate Simchas Torah at the conclusion of the holiday of Sukkos?

Difference between the first set of tablets verse the second.

A gift vs toil

]]>Simchas Torah is celebrated at the conclusion of the holiday of Sukkos.

It would be more befitting for the yearly cycle of Torah study to begin and end at the Holiday of Shvous which is the anniversary of the giving of the Torah.

Why do we celebrate Simchas Torah at the conclusion of the holiday of Sukkos?

Difference between the first set of tablets verse the second.

A gift vs toil

]]>58d35d4e-c4ab-4603-bc19-a5afe893c583Wed, 30 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -040005:40falsefull1473147314Chelek 14, Haazinu - Shabbos TeshuvaChelek 14, Haazinu - Shabbos TeshuvaThe difference between Repentance during the year and the ten days of repentance.

How is it that a person can rectify and change his past wrongdoings?

Spiritual meaning of praying alone and communal prayer.





]]>The difference between Repentance during the year and the ten days of repentance.

How is it that a person can rectify and change his past wrongdoings?

Spiritual meaning of praying alone and communal prayer.





]]>719df988-878b-4624-b935-98cf3ac3678bWed, 16 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -040007:27falsefull1470147014Chelek 14, Rosh hashanahChelek 14, Rosh hashanahSince the ultimate purpose of the world began on the 6th day of creation, Rosh Hashanah, the new year for all of creation is celebrated on the day when Adam was born. This is Rosh Hashanah, On Rosh Hashanah The purpose of the entire creation is fully expressed.

But yet what is the purpose creation?

What is the purpose of sounding the shofar?

]]>Since the ultimate purpose of the world began on the 6th day of creation, Rosh Hashanah, the new year for all of creation is celebrated on the day when Adam was born. This is Rosh Hashanah, On Rosh Hashanah The purpose of the entire creation is fully expressed.

But yet what is the purpose creation?

What is the purpose of sounding the shofar?

]]>67da35aa-0c39-40a1-824a-8bfb1592fc66Wed, 02 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -040006:46falsefull1469146914Chelek 14, Nitzavim 3Chelek 14, Nitzavim 3In this episode we explore the meaning of blessing and curse.

the inspiration to return to G-d with blessing and curse.

what is the meaning?

If G-d is the essence of Good, how can there be curses?

]]>In this episode we explore the meaning of blessing and curse.

the inspiration to return to G-d with blessing and curse.

what is the meaning?

If G-d is the essence of Good, how can there be curses?

]]>6f90fe0a-bfa0-4961-a06d-3ba7d22238bbSat, 29 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -040004:56falsefull1468146814Chelek 14, Tavo 1Chelek 14, Tavo 1Bikkurim - The first fruit ceremony and laws.

What is the spiritual meaning of bringing your first fruit?

]]>Bikkurim - The first fruit ceremony and laws.

What is the spiritual meaning of bringing your first fruit?

]]>d4f07c6e-2457-4fa5-88d4-36373ee13258Wed, 26 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -040005:39falsefull1465146514Chelek 14, Ki Tezte 1Chelek 14, Ki Tezte 1If you go out to war upon upon your enemies.

There are 2 ways that one can overcome is evil inclination, addiction and past.

Through prayer and the Torah learning.



]]>If you go out to war upon upon your enemies.

There are 2 ways that one can overcome is evil inclination, addiction and past.

Through prayer and the Torah learning.



]]>5b5e1c6e-e732-4f4a-8d54-8371d79d5aa7Wed, 19 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -040005:02falsefull1463146314Chelek 14, Shoiftim 1Chelek 14, Shoiftim 1The prohibition against fortune-telling and sorcery.

Follow in his ways with simplicity.

]]>The prohibition against fortune-telling and sorcery.

Follow in his ways with simplicity.

]]>103e5d07-9c1c-4668-b66f-a15bb8bd625fWed, 12 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -040004:36falsefull1461146114Chelek 14, Re'eh 1Chelek 14, Re'eh 1Why do we keep Kosher?

Why were the Jews warned not to eat blood?

Why does the verse say, Chazak, Be Strong?

]]>Why do we keep Kosher?

Why were the Jews warned not to eat blood?

Why does the verse say, Chazak, Be Strong?

]]>e071f831-dc9e-4f0d-a95d-b5b845d73d23Wed, 05 Aug 2020 09:00:00 -040006:35falsefull1459145914Chelek 14, Eikav 1Chelek 14, Eikav 1What is the meaning of the broken tablets?

What is the meaning of death?

What is the meaning of a Yartzait?

Our sages teach that the passing of the righteous is similar to the breaking of the tablets.

The positive message within the broken tables and how it correlates to the passing of the Righteous.

]]>What is the meaning of the broken tablets?

What is the meaning of death?

What is the meaning of a Yartzait?

Our sages teach that the passing of the righteous is similar to the breaking of the tablets.

The positive message within the broken tables and how it correlates to the passing of the Righteous.

]]>6505ee87-5d83-4899-999e-9683732a1879Wed, 29 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -040009:31falsefull1457145714Chelek 14, Veaschanan 2Chelek 14, Veaschanan 2What is the purpose of the creation of the world.

What is the purpose of the recitation of the Shema.

Three components to the Mitzvah of Shema.

Connection between the beginning of the Talmud and conclusion of Talmud!


]]>What is the purpose of the creation of the world.

What is the purpose of the recitation of the Shema.

Three components to the Mitzvah of Shema.

Connection between the beginning of the Talmud and conclusion of Talmud!


]]>4cf1cd49-0b3b-416b-9e3a-7c0064e847fcSun, 26 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -040008:49falsefull1456145614Chelek 14, Devarim 2Chelek 14, Devarim 2Why did Moshe not enter the land of Israel? Was it because of the sin of the spies or because of the waters of Merivah?

The Rebbe explains why Rashi did not need clarify the placement of verse 37.

]]>Why did Moshe not enter the land of Israel? Was it because of the sin of the spies or because of the waters of Merivah?

The Rebbe explains why Rashi did not need clarify the placement of verse 37.

]]>b12ea977-84e9-46e3-8c59-42c5a5801620Wed, 15 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -040006:22falsefull1454145414Chelek 13, Pinchas 1Chelek 13, Pinchas 1The daughters of Tzlafchad request their inheritance in the land of Israel.

Moshe brings this ruling to G-d.

Rashi gives two reasons as to why Moshe brought the case to G-d.

Why the need for 2 reasons.

]]>The daughters of Tzlafchad request their inheritance in the land of Israel.

Moshe brings this ruling to G-d.

Rashi gives two reasons as to why Moshe brought the case to G-d.

Why the need for 2 reasons.

]]>cfca4656-ec53-4b57-bd10-dbd8ab37e695Wed, 01 Jul 2020 09:00:00 -040007:10falsefull1351135113Chelek 13, Balak 1Chelek 13, Balak 12 qualities that Bilam saw in the Jewish people.

Some of the most profound and heartfelt blessings in Jewish history were said by Bilam.

Profound lesson in our daily lives.

]]>2 qualities that Bilam saw in the Jewish people.

Some of the most profound and heartfelt blessings in Jewish history were said by Bilam.

Profound lesson in our daily lives.

]]>93ce1f41-9e77-40fc-918c-9ca7b83b35f1Wed, 24 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -040009:07falsefull1347134713Chelek 13, Chukas 1Chelek 13, Chukas 1The Red Heifer is a supranational commandment.

A relationship with G-d beyond logic and reason.

What's the advantage?

Commandments are the divine will of G-d connecting to G-d at an even deeper level.

A person's will and drive is deeper than a person's logic and reason.

]]>The Red Heifer is a supranational commandment.

A relationship with G-d beyond logic and reason.

What's the advantage?

Commandments are the divine will of G-d connecting to G-d at an even deeper level.

A person's will and drive is deeper than a person's logic and reason.

]]>0ea6a862-e791-461f-984f-cb51ba68675fFri, 19 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -040008:45falsefull1345134513Chelek 13, Korach 1Chelek 13, Korach 1The story of Korach and his rebellion against Moshe.

The difference between instigating sin and becoming corrupt through sin.

A spiritual lesson in treating people favorably.





]]>The story of Korach and his rebellion against Moshe.

The difference between instigating sin and becoming corrupt through sin.

A spiritual lesson in treating people favorably.





]]>06b42238-5909-4c5b-aec7-e3ccafc7a6b2Wed, 17 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -040006:28falsefull1344134413Chelek 13, Shelach 1Chelek 13, Shelach 1Shelach. Spying the land and it's spiritual message.

G-d, our designer, fashioned us with the capabilities and capacity to fulfill his commandments to the fullest.  When we approach Life and our Jewish practice  with the knowledge that we are capable, because G-d designed us this way, then even when the commandments are challenging and difficult, we are confident that we can pass the test.

]]>Shelach. Spying the land and it's spiritual message.

G-d, our designer, fashioned us with the capabilities and capacity to fulfill his commandments to the fullest.  When we approach Life and our Jewish practice  with the knowledge that we are capable, because G-d designed us this way, then even when the commandments are challenging and difficult, we are confident that we can pass the test.

]]>786563f5-19a9-4ab3-8475-fd57fd202beaWed, 10 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -040006:40falsefull1342134213Chelek 13, Behaalotecha 1Chelek 13, Behaalotecha 1Spiritual message of the trumpet blasts before war, and on the day of your rejoicing.

]]>Spiritual message of the trumpet blasts before war, and on the day of your rejoicing.

]]>487d7753-2f52-44f3-8312-d226afdbcf17Wed, 03 Jun 2020 09:00:00 -040007:36falsefull1340134013Chelek 13, Nasoi 1Chelek 13, Nasoi 1Why did the Jewish people wander in the Desert for forty years?

What is the eternal message of the counting of the tribe of Levi?

What is a spiritual desert?

]]>Why did the Jewish people wander in the Desert for forty years?

What is the eternal message of the counting of the tribe of Levi?

What is a spiritual desert?

]]>2cdc1635-bc0c-4be8-b91d-3678e78a5c2fWed, 27 May 2020 09:00:00 -040008:08falsefull1338133813Chelek 12, Behar 2Chelek 12, Behar 2This Sicha in volume 12 talks about the law of interest. When is it permissible, how is it different than stealing, and what is the spiritual significance of interest.

]]>This Sicha in volume 12 talks about the law of interest. When is it permissible, how is it different than stealing, and what is the spiritual significance of interest.

]]>c61044d2-1e27-4799-99ae-0fa7bbc8d5abWed, 20 May 2020 09:00:00 -040007:49falsefull1236123612Chelek 13, Bamidbor 1Chelek 13, Bamidbor 1This talk analyzes the hebrew word Mineged, meaning "opposite of".

Rashi gives a lengthy explanation for this one word.

The Rebbe analyzes the entire composition of Rashi and why every word is needed in order for Rashi to prove his explanation.

A spiritual lesson as to why the Jewish people encamped 2000 Amos from the Mishkan even during the weekday when there's no prohibition to walk more than 2000 Amos.

]]>This talk analyzes the hebrew word Mineged, meaning "opposite of".

Rashi gives a lengthy explanation for this one word.

The Rebbe analyzes the entire composition of Rashi and why every word is needed in order for Rashi to prove his explanation.

A spiritual lesson as to why the Jewish people encamped 2000 Amos from the Mishkan even during the weekday when there's no prohibition to walk more than 2000 Amos.

]]>fe9be3cb-566d-4b8d-8c00-2932e245a150Wed, 13 May 2020 09:00:00 -040011:49falsefull1334133413Chelek 12, Behar 1Chelek 12, Behar 1At the start of the Torah Portion of Behar, the Torah mentioned twice that during the Sabbatical year we should rest similar to how we rest on Shabbos.

Toras Kohanim learns a specific law based on the fact that we learn Shemitah from Shabbos and not Shabbos from Shemitah.

The rebbe explains that there is a foundational difference between Rashi and Toras Koshanim, Rashi is here to explain the meaning pertaining to comprehending the literal verse while Torah Kohanim is expounding the verse to learn a particular law.

We also talk about different expressions of holiness in a 'shabbos like world' and in a 'sabbatical year world'

]]>At the start of the Torah Portion of Behar, the Torah mentioned twice that during the Sabbatical year we should rest similar to how we rest on Shabbos.

Toras Kohanim learns a specific law based on the fact that we learn Shemitah from Shabbos and not Shabbos from Shemitah.

The rebbe explains that there is a foundational difference between Rashi and Toras Koshanim, Rashi is here to explain the meaning pertaining to comprehending the literal verse while Torah Kohanim is expounding the verse to learn a particular law.

We also talk about different expressions of holiness in a 'shabbos like world' and in a 'sabbatical year world'

]]>9db6b287-5a9e-4d40-baff-fb8054a1d8bdWed, 06 May 2020 09:00:00 -040008:58falsefull1230123012Chelek 12, Emor 1Chelek 12, Emor 1The mystical and chassidic insight on the Mitzvah of counting the Omer.

Sefirat Ha'omer - Counting the Omer can begin on a Sunday and thus follow the days of the week or the counting can fall on any day of the week. In the latter order, is it still considered a wholesome and complete counting?

The rebbe explains this based on 2 sayings from the Medrash.

The rebbe also analyzes the difference between 3 configurations of time.

Days of the week, days of the Month and days of the Year.



]]>The mystical and chassidic insight on the Mitzvah of counting the Omer.

Sefirat Ha'omer - Counting the Omer can begin on a Sunday and thus follow the days of the week or the counting can fall on any day of the week. In the latter order, is it still considered a wholesome and complete counting?

The rebbe explains this based on 2 sayings from the Medrash.

The rebbe also analyzes the difference between 3 configurations of time.

Days of the week, days of the Month and days of the Year.



]]>e632b133-dff3-4377-a6ea-8ebe7a807e70Wed, 29 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -040009:04falsefull1228122812Chelek 12, Acharei 1Chelek 12, Acharei 1I am G-d, Your G-d is usually written at the conclusion of a set of laws. The Torah here says I am G-d your G-d at the outset of it's laws.

This talk delves into Rashi's two reasons for why the Torah placed these words first as well as why did Rashi feel compelled to bring to 2 reasons.

]]>I am G-d, Your G-d is usually written at the conclusion of a set of laws. The Torah here says I am G-d your G-d at the outset of it's laws.

This talk delves into Rashi's two reasons for why the Torah placed these words first as well as why did Rashi feel compelled to bring to 2 reasons.

]]>fc8857f8-1056-40a5-a07e-63186b613b10Wed, 22 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -040009:07falsefull1226122612Chelek 12, Shemini 1Chelek 12, Shemini 1The positive revelation through Nadav and Avihu's passing and the reason for why they passed according to Rashi.

]]>The positive revelation through Nadav and Avihu's passing and the reason for why they passed according to Rashi.

]]>76d02972-9d4c-4cc2-bcbb-420ab4b43ccfTue, 07 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -040006:34falsefull1222122212Chelek 12, PesachChelek 12, PesachIn every generation one is obligated to feel as if he himself was freed from Egypt. 3 components to this Mitzvah and what is unique about this Mitvzah on Pesach Night.

]]>In every generation one is obligated to feel as if he himself was freed from Egypt. 3 components to this Mitzvah and what is unique about this Mitvzah on Pesach Night.

]]>08df3785-1ed7-4812-89cf-52a4b607f92aWed, 01 Apr 2020 09:00:00 -040007:13falsefull1221122112Chelek 12, Tzav 1Chelek 12, Tzav 1We are obligated each day to offer Thanksgiving to G-d. When is a Thanksgiving sacrifice required? Rashi's reasoning based on the Verse Text.

]]>We are obligated each day to offer Thanksgiving to G-d. When is a Thanksgiving sacrifice required? Rashi's reasoning based on the Verse Text.

]]>1e03ce1d-e0b8-4534-907e-50e82d2a5991Wed, 25 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -040007:25falsefull1219121912Chelek 12, Vayikra 1Chelek 12, Vayikra 1Does the Torah begin with obligatory sacrifices or gift sacrifices?


]]>Does the Torah begin with obligatory sacrifices or gift sacrifices?


]]>e4d4502f-0ede-4b45-ad3e-cd8055867c7aWed, 18 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -040007:52falsefull1217121712Chelek 11, Vayakhel 1Chelek 11, Vayakhel 1Is building a house for G-d greater than keeping Shabbat?

]]>Is building a house for G-d greater than keeping Shabbat?

]]>3afe1891-6ac9-45c5-abd2-e7057c286952Wed, 11 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -040006:03falsefull1114111411Chelek 11, Ki Sisa 2Chelek 11, Ki Sisa 2When did Moshe Bow?

]]>When did Moshe Bow?

]]>e5b4f76b-e831-49aa-af9c-853f760e5f2fWed, 04 Mar 2020 09:00:00 -040006:44falsefull1113111311Chelek 11, Tetzave 1Chelek 11, Tetzave 1The story of the olives and it’s application into our lives! choicest vs oil quality, journey vs end result.

]]>The story of the olives and it’s application into our lives! choicest vs oil quality, journey vs end result.

]]>94187d4f-045e-4faf-8e7b-02c4622eb6eeTue, 25 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -040005:58falsefull1110111011Chelek 11, Terumah 1Chelek 11, Terumah 1Spiritual meaning of the contributions to the Mishkan

]]>Spiritual meaning of the contributions to the Mishkan

]]>a3dd1922-717c-46f8-bb0c-4aeae61a73f5Thu, 20 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -040007:22falsefull11811811Chelek 11, Mishpatim 1Chelek 11, Mishpatim 1The Hebrew Slave: "his Master Shall Pierce His Ear"

]]>The Hebrew Slave: "his Master Shall Pierce His Ear"

]]>5d294ac4-cdd9-494e-88e5-62f609c29587Thu, 13 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -040005:49falsefull11611611Chelek 11, Yisro 1Chelek 11, Yisro 1Coming soon

]]>Coming soon

]]>461ce4f5-c46d-4be8-b4f1-8adaf713bb1dWed, 05 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -040004:45falsefull11411411Chelek 11, Beshalach 1Chelek 11, Beshalach 1Prayer - The Profession of our Patriarchs.

]]>Prayer - The Profession of our Patriarchs.

]]>9dce0db1-b8cb-4bfb-ae11-92153a5c9469Thu, 30 Jan 2020 09:00:00 -040005:25falsefull11111111