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1:14:19
The Veracity of Torah (1:14:19)
Take off your wings. No leaps of faith here! Join Professor Lawrence Keleman as he takes a strictly academic approach to verifying the revelation at Mount Sinai. Professor Keleman explores every possible avenue through which the Torah could have been written and transmitted by a human being
Series: Judaism Decoded Lesson 6
Rabbi Lawrence Kelemen (4)
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59:47
Judaism and Love: A Biblical Tale of Passion (59:47)
Few books in the Bible are as visually evocative as King Solomon’s parable of two lovers in the Song of Songs. From these stunning images, we’ll explore how love is fundamental to all relationships, and gain a Jewish perspective on intimacy and sexuality. This lecture was delivered at the 5th annual National Jewish Retreat
Dr. Erica Brown (4)
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16:29
The Gutnick Chumash (16:29)
Rabbi Chaim Miller wrote a Chumash with a translation that incorporates Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson's "novel interpretation" of Rashi's commentary, which was delivered in a series of public talks that began in 1964 and continued for more than 25 years
Series: Book of the Month
Rabbi Chaim Miller (49)
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42:10
How Do You Know the Torah Is True? (42:10)
A one person revelation narrative creates a credibility trap door. Rabbi Lawrence Kelemen lays out the 3 possibilities of how the narrative could proceed. His fascinating presentation leaves no doubt of the validity of Jewish history.
Rabbi Lawrence Kelemen (4)
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23:40
Documentary or Divine? Debunking Myths about the Torah's Origin (23:40)
How do we know that the Torah is divine? Do claims of Torah's divinity hold up in the face of Biblical criticism like the Documentary Hypothesis? Join Rabbi Dr. Joshua Berman for an exploration of this fascinating - and controversial - subject.
Series: Judaism Decoded Lesson 6
Rabbi Dr. Joshua Berman (3)
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56:38
Five Words Leading To Happiness (56:38)
Since the time of Freud, psychotherapy has focused on the negative aspects of the human psyche. But recent developments in cognitive psychology, affirm the importance of optimism to enhance the quality of life, and how anyone can learn to practice it
Rabbi Dov Greenberg (57)
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1:01:07
Can a Jew be for Jesus? - Part 1 (1:01:07)
In part 1 of this brilliant lecture, Rabbi Dr. Immanuel Schochet challenges the misleading techniques of recent Christian missionary movements. He defines the difference between religious faith and credulity, and describes the history of the Christian agenda to convert Jews. With his sharp logic and frank approach, he exposes the fundamental fallacy of their arguments. .
Series: Can a Jew be for Jesus?
Rabbi Dr. J. Immanuel Schochet (34)
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2:13
8. What do Jews Believe About the Afterlife? (2:13)
10 Questions with Chief Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks 1. What are the Basic Beliefs in Judaism? 2. How Do You Know There is a G-d? 3. How can the Torah be Trusted? 4. How Can the Belief in G-d Be Reconciled with Science? 5
Series: 10 Questions with Rabbi Sacks
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks (113)
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56:19
Does Government Deserve Our Prayers? (56:19)
The results are in! Do we pray for the success or downfall of our elected officials? Professor Jonathan Sarna tells why and how, even if we didn't vote for them
Professor Jonathan Sarna (48)
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52:17
Crossfire! (2015) (52:17)
How do we stop from Jews assimilating? Can one be spiritual without being religios? I want to forgive but I have anger, how do I let it go? What if I hate my parents? The world is getting darker each and every day, how do I know that Moshiach will really come? How do I know that the Torah is true? Do autistic kids have special souls? Why does the Jewish day start at night? Anti Semites don't distinguish between those born with Jewish father or Jewish Mother
Series: Crossfire!
Rabbi Dov Greenberg (57)
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40:19
The Secret Meaning of the Torah (40:19)
Series: Judaism Decoded Lesson 1
Rabbi Yosef Serebryanski (1)
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5:12
Interview with Dr. Jon Greenberg (5:12)
Dr. Jon Greenberg (2)
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21:31
Joseph and his Brothers - Part 1 (21:31)
Dr. Chana Silberstein takes an in-depth look at the story of Joseph and his brothers using the techniques of history's foremost Torah commentator, Rashi.
Dr. Chana Silberstein (9)
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21:31
Joseph and his Brothers - Part 1 (21:31)
Dr. Chana Silberstein takes an in-depth look at the story of Joseph and his brothers using the techniques of history's foremost Torah commentator, Rashi.
Dr. Chana Silberstein (9)
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29:13
Finding Your Inner Eshet Chayil: A Talk on Personal Bravery (29:13)
Mrs. Sara Esther Crispe (25)
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33:45
The Divinity of Torah (33:45)
Rabbi Nissan Mangel (12)
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55:23
Rachel, Leah, and Jacob: A Struggle of Cosmic Forces (55:23)
Tricked by his father-in-law, Jacob married not just two wives, but two sisters! In this environment, he and his wives raised the twelve tribes of Israel. This text-based, quick-paced study uncovers the profound strata of meaning within one of the most enigmatic stories in the Bible. This lecture was delivered at the 5th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mrs. Rivkah Slonim (76)
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6:29
Parshat Noach: A Chassidic Interpretation (6:29)
Each letter in the Torah holds keys to understanding the Torah on progressively deeper levels. What do we learn from the letters of the Hebrew word chamas, used in this week's parsha to describe the wrongdoing of the generation of the Flood.
Rabbi Levi Kaplan (54)
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5:12
Parsha Power, Balak: The Difficulties in Life Create the Light of Moshiach (5:12)
Parsha Power offers a practical insight into the current Torah portion... in less than 10 minutes! This is a class given weekly by Rabbi Mendy Cohen of Sacramento, California. For more classes and information about Rabbi Mendy Cohen's synagogue, check out: www.sacjewishlife.org.
Rabbi Mendy Cohen (74)
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2:15
How to Open the Ark (2:15)
Created by Raymond Lyons & Rabbi Nissan Dubov - Introduced by Chief Rabbi Lord Sacks - Produced by Jeremy Wootliff & Worthwhile.TV.
Series: Jewish Services Made Simple (accompanying video)
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks (113)
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9:36
Torah Min Ha-Shamayim (9:36)
Mr. Brandon Floch is a Junior at Dartmouth College majoring in Government and Philosophy. He is from Westport, CT and comes from a family of two sets of twins. Ever since entering Dartmouth, he has become more and more curious about his Judaism and Jewish Philosophy. He took Sinai Scholars this past fall and he went on Birthright this past winter
Series: Sinai Scholars Academic Symposium 2010
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7:53
Parsha Power: Shelach (7:53)
Parsha Power offers a practical insight into the current Torah portion... in less than 10 minutes! This is a weekly class given by Rabbi Mendy Cohen of Sacramento, California. For more classes and information about Rabbi Mendy Cohen's synagogue, check out: www.sacjewishlife.org.
Rabbi Mendy Cohen (74)
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15:49
Introduction to Rashi's Commentary (15:49)
This class was given at the National Jewish Retreat - a yearly event hosted by the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute. The Retreat is a five day learning and discovery experience with world-class Torah lecturers which offers the opportunity to relax, reflect and refresh one’s spirit in a luxurious setting
Dr. Chana Silberstein (9)
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3:02
Parshat Bereishit: A Chassidic Interpretation (3:02)
The Torah begins with the word bereishit - in the beginning. Join Rabbi Levi Kaplan as he reveals the secret meanings of the Torah's first word and explains the Chassidic interpretation of the Torah's first letter, the beit. .
Rabbi Levi Kaplan (54)
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6:28
Parsha Power Korach: Connecting to a Tzadik Will Help Us Be Connected to G-d's Agenda (6:28)
Dedicated to Rabbi Mendy and Dinie Cohen in Honor of thier 19th Wedding Anniversary. Parsha Power offers a practical insight into the current Torah portion... in less than 10 minutes! This is a weekly class given by Rabbi Mendy Cohen of Sacramento, California. For more classes and information about Rabbi Mendy Cohen's synagogue, check out: www.sacjewishlife
Rabbi Mendy Cohen (74)
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22:09
Joseph and his Brothers - Part 2 (22:09)
Joseph and his Brothers - Part 1 This class was given at the National Jewish Retreat - a yearly event hosted by the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute. The Retreat is a five day learning and discovery experience with world-class Torah lecturers which offers the opportunity to relax, reflect and refresh one’s spirit in a luxurious setting
Dr. Chana Silberstein (9)
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9:00
G-d and the Ten Commandments (9:00)
Mr. Daniel Storrow is a graduate of UC Davis, and did Sinai Scholars this past fall with SDSU. Daniel is from San Diego, CA where he does standup comedy and substitute teaches your children. Daniel’s paper explores what certain commandments might mean to young people in today’s world. It explores concepts behind some of the commandments and how one might interpret them
Series: Sinai Scholars Academic Symposium 2011
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10:52
The Need for Torah (10:52)
Mr. Andrew Gaynor is freshman at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. Andrew grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. He is a triple-major in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Cell and Molecular Biology, and Jewish Studies. He participated in Sinai Scholars in Fall 2010 and is glad to continue that positive experience with this symposium
Series: Sinai Scholars Academic Symposium 2011
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7:32
Parsha Power: Special Edition - Slichos (7:32)
Parsha Power offers a practical insight into the current Torah portion... in less than 10 minutes! This is a weekly class given by Rabbi Mendy Cohen of Sacramento, California. For more classes and information about Rabbi Mendy Cohen's synagogue, check out: www.sacjewishlife.org.
Rabbi Mendy Cohen (74)
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21:01
The Medical Protective Effect of Circumcision (21:01)
Rabbi Dr. Mordechai Halperin (2)
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17:07
Eliezer: The World's First Lawyer (17:07)
Series: National Conference of Jewish Lawyers 2015
Rabbi Mordechai Dinerman (18)