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49:03
The Courage to Change (49:03)
In this political season, so much has been said about the word, “change.” Yet we as Jews have our own understanding of the word. Our “change” is meant to bring us closer to being the person we are always meant to be. This takes courage, effort, faith and support
Rabbi Moshe Bryski (40)
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1:01:38
The Jewish Pathology: You Can Run but You Can't Hide! (1:01:38)
What is it about the Jew that would compel one who has sworn off any interest or association with Torah observance to suddenly embrace it, in the strangest of ways, under the most perplexing of circumstances? Beyond glib and simplistic explanations like guilt, nostalgia and cultural pride, what is it within the Jewish “pathology” that causes this spiritual schizophrenia, and why should it not be seen as hypocrisy? Through humor and inspirational stories, this lecture will examine the deep and awesome dynamics of Jewish soul and identity
Rabbi Moshe Bryski (40)
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49:59
Why Yom Kippur Is Just like Purim (49:59)
Believe it or not, the silliest and most serious day of the Jewish year have a lot in common. Find out why in this textual analysis of the antithetical yet overlapping components of Purim and Yom Kippur. Understanding the appropriate time and place for revelry and seriousness in Jewish law and philosophy will foster a closer relationship with our Creator
Rabbi Dovid Cohen (2)
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35:14
What Is Tu B'Av? (35:14)
Tu B’av and Yom Kippur are singled out by the sages as the most joyous and celebratory days for the Jewish people
Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau (26)
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4:33
It Happened Yom Kippur (4:33)
Song describes a young Israeli Soldier in a conversation with his father, as he prepares to go into battle. Produced by Infinity Productions.
Mayer Rivkin (1)
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36:55
The Two Commitments in My Life (36:55)
Yom Kippur 1973. Israel finds itself attacked in the north by Syria and in the south by Egypt. The Avrutsky family sends their two sons off to battle; Doron to the south and Eran to the north. Doron returns, but Eran bleeds to death in his tank in the Golan Heights. Doron vows never to leave a wounded soldier behind
Mr. Doron Almog (2)
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5:04
Forgiveness Makes No Sense! (5:04)
Yom Kippur is a day of at-one-ment with G-d. Rabbi Aryeh Weinstein delves into the deepest place of connection between a couple, 2 friends and man and G-d. Please visit rabbiweinstein.com for inspirational weekly videos, lectures and audio classes.
Rabbi Aryeh Weinstein (113)
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49:01
Crash Course in Jewish Holidays (49:01)
Learn the inner dimension of the holidays in 48 minutes. Mrs. Gitty Rapoport is a dynamic teacher who packs a lot of information and inspiration into this class.
Mrs. Gitty Rapoport (4)
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1:01:41
King David's Secret (1:01:41)
King David, the defendent, accused of murder and adultery, was represented by Rabbi Mendy Gutnick as the defense attorney, in a mock trial in Australia. Rabbi Gutnick lays out the background of David's origins and his Cinderella status in his family
Rabbi Mendy Gutnick (6)
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10:03
Laws of Mayim Achronim - Kitzur Shulchan Aruch 44 (10:03)
Rabbi Berel Bell (151)
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13:30
The Month of Tishrei (13:30)
Rabbi Shea Hecht is the chairman of the board of the National Committee for the Furtherance of Jewish Education (NCFJE) which is a multi-faceted charity that protects, feeds and educates thousands throughout the NY metro area and around the nation. For more information about NCFJE, check out www.ncfje.org.
Series: The Jewish Year
Rabbi Shea Hecht (20)
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56:33
A Beautiful Noise (56:33)
Why is Purim so noisy? The graggers, wine, food, and gifts are all physical. Rabbi Reuven Wolf uses comparisons between Yom Kippur, Chanukah and Purim to understand the physicality of Purim as opposed to the spirituality of the other holidays. Rabbi Wolf also connects the noise of Purim to the bells on the garments of the Kohein Gadol. as described in this week’s parsha, Tetzaveh
Rabbi Reuven Wolf (14)
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30:06
Legal Principles of Yom Kippur (30:06)
Yoma is the fifth tractate of Seder Moed of the Mishnah and of the Talmud. It is concerned mainly with the laws of the Jewish holiday Yom Kippur, on which Jews atone for their sins from the previous year.
Rabbi Eli Silberstein (139)
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28:34
New Year Message (28:34)
As we approach the beginning of each year, we have many questions about the process of renewal. What are the High Holidays all about and what are some practical lessons we can learn? Rabbi Butman has many fascinating insights to share in this High Holiday presentation.
Rabbi Shmuel Butman (169)
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9:40
A Synopsis on Vows (9:40)
Rabbi Eli Silberstein (139)
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6:40
Empowering the Next Generation (6:40)
What was the difference between the 1st tablets of the Ten Commandments and the 2nd? Rabbi Shlomo Riskin clarifies the differnces and how to utilize those differences in order to ensure the continuity of the Jewish people.
Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Riskin (40)
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19:57
Saluting our Soldiers (19:57)
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1:13
Why is It Forbidden to Wear Leather Footwear? (1:13)
Series: Yom Kipper FAQs
Rabbi Aryeh Weinstein (113)
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1:01:46
What are We Celebrating on Sukkot? (1:01:46)
Despite the fact that our external unity differentiates us, deep down we’re all one and unified. Sukkot teaches us that happiness is the result of transcending ourselves and focusing on what we’re needed for and what unites all of us.
Series: Chassidic Philosophy with Rabbi Naftali Silberberg
Rabbi Naftali Silberberg (458)
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27:35
Month of Tishrei Walkthrough (27:35)
Join Rabbi Abba Perelmuter as he walks you through the whole Tishrei holiday season and explains each step.
Rabbi Abba Perelmuter (63)
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56:20
The Inner Meaning of Repentance (56:20)
Why did God create the world using ten utterances, to punish the wicked? What is superior, the divine service of the a Tzadik or the Baal Teshuvah? Join Rabbi Silberberg in understanding the inner meaning of repentance. To see the Rebbe’s talk to the special soldiers that Rabbi Silberberg references during the class, click here.
Series: Chassidic Philosophy with Rabbi Naftali Silberberg
Rabbi Naftali Silberberg (458)
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16:14
Judaism's Speedbumps (16:14)
Does time just seem like it’s starting to go faster and faster as one ages? What are Judaism’s “Speedbumps”? And how do the “Speedbumps” of the high holidays differ from the rest of the Jewish holidays?.
Hon. Mark Goldsmith (1)
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56:48
The Journey of a Blessing (56:48)
Join us for an exploration of the mechanics of prayer and blessings. If our lot is predetermined, is there any point in praying? What exactly happens when someone is given a blessing? How does a blessing interact with the predetermined plan G-d has in place? This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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2:15
Is Fasting the Best Way to Spend Yom Kippur? (2:15)
On Yom Kippur, instead of focusing on the prayers and Rabbi's sermon while I'm in synagogue all day, all I can do is think about my grumbling stomach and what I will be breaking my fast on. Is that how the holiest day of the year is meant to be? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Yossy Goldman (11)
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2:55
Why Do We Bow on Yom Kippur? (2:55)
Why do we bow all the way down on Yom Kippur? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dov Greenberg (57)