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Why Study Torah? (3:19)
While science helps one learn about the physical world, what does one use to understanding ideas, values and principles?.
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11:24
Lesson Fifteen: The Alter Rebbe (11:24)
This final segment of the "Intro to Kabbalah" series introduces the Alter Rebbe, successor of the Baal Shem Tov and founder of the Chabad movement. It describes his revolutionary method of teaching Kabbalistic ideas with a philosophical form, using analogies from the human experience that even a non-mystic could relate to
Series: Intro To Kabbalah
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10:36
Lesson Ten: The Ramak (10:36)
The Ramak was a copious writer of mysticism who lived in Safed during its golden era. His writings are the first to suggest reconciliation between the works of Maimonides and Kabbalah
Series: Intro To Kabbalah
Rabbi Yossi Paltiel (56)
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11:01
Lesson Nine: The Avodat Hakodesh (11:01)
Thousands of books of Kabbalah have been written over the centuries, but a few stand out as the most prominent and widespread. In this section of his “Intro to Kabbalah” series, Rabbi Paltiel begins with describing the Avodat Hakodesh as a comprehensive outline of the goals, framework and methodology of Kabbalah
Series: Intro To Kabbalah
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58:07
How to See the Consciousness in Everything (58:07)
Series: Soul Encounters
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15:18
Lesson Six: The Dark Ages of Kabbalah (15:18)
After the passing of a generation of mystics and the disappearance of the Zohar, a dark age of Kabbalah ensues. As part of his series “Intro to Kabbalah”, Rabbi Yossi Paltiel describes the small trickle of mystics who carried the torch of kabbalah from the times of the Rashbi until the re-emergence of the Zohar
Series: Intro To Kabbalah
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2:58
A Godly World (2:58)
Series: Paradigm Shift
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38:19
Torah: The Real Thing (38:19)
Why are Jews so preoccupied with Torah study? With a whole world to discover, why do young and old spend their free time poring over ancient texts? By understanding the cosmic fireworks that explode each time we hit the books and sit down to study we are able to appreciate why Torah learning plays such a pivotal role in Jewish life
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55:05
Behind the Scenes of the Heavenly Drama (55:05)
G-d is One. A basic tenet of Jewish faith. But what are the implications of this doctrine? And what does it mean that the universe was created from nothing? Famed lecturer and author Rabbi Yosef Y. Jacobson opens our eyes to the wonders of G-d and gives us a clear understanding of the world He created, the world we call home
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42:44
Is Your God Loveable? (42:44)
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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50:45
Baruch Spinoza (50:45)
Dr. Henry Abramson profiles the well-known Dutch philosopher Boruch Spinoza (1632–1667). Dr. Abramson talks about his excommunication from the Jewish community, the surrounding factors that led to it and the reason for the harshness of the Rabbis in their rejection of Spinoza.
Dr. Henry Abramson (90)
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45:59
Is There a Better Me? My Encounter with the Lubavitcher Rebbe (45:59)
Rabbi Weinreb was a young man searching for answers when he turned to the Lubavitcher Rebbe. The advice he received has stayed with him until today. Rabbi Weinreb shares his personal story and explains how we can apply its message to our own lives: that sometimes the person we need to talk to most is ourselves.
Rabbi Tzvi Hersh Weinreb (7)
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53:31
Saadia Gaon (53:31)
Sa'adia Gaon was an important Jewish philosopher and communal leader of the 9th and 10th centuries, famous in particular for his massive Book of Beliefs and Opinions. A child prodigy to rose to the highest ranks of Jewish scholarship, his thought left an indelible imprint on the Jewish spiritual tradition.
Dr. Henry Abramson (90)
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10:06
Philo (10:06)
Dr. Henry Abramson (90)
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1:26:46
Are You Shining? (1:26:46)
Do you glow inside and out? Join Rabbi Simon Jacobson in an illuminating class about the deeper meaning of the flames. Discover how to recognize the very unique light within yourself, different than any other, and how to actualize it in your life and your relationships.
Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)
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1:06:13
Is Your Self-Worth Defined by Your Net Worth? (1:06:13)
From Aristotle to Karl Marx, philosophers throughout history have grappled with the meaning of money and the challenge of building coexisting communities within the context of self-interest and financial competition. The Torah offers a revolutionary economic model, which synthesizes the best of all approaches
Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)
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45:42
Why Study Torah? (45:42)
In this segment, teacher and legal authority, Rabbi Ephraim Piekarski, takes us on a tour of the history of Jewish law and its formation as a body of text. He explores various intricacies that come into play when resolving issues of Jewish law. Join Rabbi Ephraim Piekarski for this unique peak into the authentic study of Jewish law
Rabbi Ephraim Piekarski (4)
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2:42
The Temple: Post Destruction (2:42)
If one wishes to perceive G-d, his environment need be conducive. It seems bizarre, then, that some of the greatest Kabbalists in history lived after the destruction of the Holy Temple, when darkness reigned. In an inspiring clip, Rabbi Yosef Y. Jacobson explains that this isn't so
Rabbi YY Jacobson (103)
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5:50
Don't Stray After Your Heart And Your Eyes - Part 6 (5:50)
Charlie Harary explains in his clear and down-to-earth way how The Six Constant Mitzvos are the building blocks of our relationship with God. In this video Charlie moves on to the 6th rule of building our relationship with God.
Series: The Six Constant Mitzvos (accompanying video)
Charlie Harary (59)
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3:26
Love G-d - Part 4 (3:26)
Charlie Harary explains in his clear and down-to-earth way how The Six Constant Mitzvos are the building blocks of our relationship with God. In this video Charlie moves on to the 4th rule of building our relationship with God.
Series: The Six Constant Mitzvos (accompanying video)
Charlie Harary (59)
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4:56
Oneness of G-d - Part 3 (4:56)
Charlie Harary explains in his clear and down-to-earth way how The Six Constant Mitzvos are the building blocks of our relationship with God. In this video Charlie moves on to the 3rd rule of building our relationship with God.
Series: The Six Constant Mitzvos (accompanying video)
Charlie Harary (59)
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5:04
Refrain From Idol Worship - Part 2 (5:04)
Charlie Harary explains in his clear and down-to-earth way how The Six Constant Mitzvos are the building blocks of our relationship with God. In this video Charlie moves on to the 2nd rule of building our relationship with God.
Series: The Six Constant Mitzvos (accompanying video)
Charlie Harary (59)
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38:12
Sensing Torah: A Medieval Jew on Beauty as a Springboard for Contemplation (38:12)
Can we learn study skills and insightful educational perspectives from a 14th century philosophy and scholar? You bet! In this video, Dr. Talya Fishman discovers secrets to train and improve your memory and ability to synthesize information through unraveling a Medieval Jewish work
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39:15
Conversations: Free to be Jewish (39:15)
Mrs. Baila Olidort, editor-in-chief of Lubavitch.com, moderates a discussion with celebrated author, and distinguished professor of law at Harvard, Alan M. Dershowitz; Mr
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25:11
Talmudic Logic in the Science Lab - Part 1 (25:11)
Rabbi Mattis Kantor is a noted author and lecturer, born in Australia and currently residing in Brooklyn, NY. He is the author of three major works - all of which have been featured as a "Main Selection of the Month" by the Jewish Book Club in the USA
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1:06:01
Voltaire vs. The Tanya: Two Roads Diverged in the Jungle of History (1:06:01)
In 1789, as the soil of Europe was transformed with the French Revolution and the ensuing Emancipation, Rabbi Schnuer Zalman of Liadi was writing a short book that would redefine the soul of Judaism for the new era
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53:23
Traditional Insights into the Nature and Significance of the Decalogue (53:23)
In his characteristic tongue-in-cheek style, Rabbi Dr. J. Immanuel Schochet discusses the Ten Commandments and the epistemological validity of the revelation at Sinai. .
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46:15
Hippie in the Mikveh (46:15)
Join professor Naftali Loewenthal for a heady discussion of the post-modern aspects of Chasidism and the schisms in Jewish society today.
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