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47:07
Genesis, Joseph, and Logotherapy (47:07)
Explore the biblical story of Joseph and his brothers from the perspective of clinical psychology. Drawing on existentialism, logo-therapy and narrative therapy, Yekusiel Kalmenson shows how these biblical accounts can provide guidance for enduring recovery and human optimization. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Yekusiel JD Kalmenson (4)
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50:02
Ancient Tales, Modern Lessons (50:02)
Through a series of real life stories (including raising triplets on a collge campus) and fundamental texts, explore the potential in the every day, even when it seems like things aren't going the way we thought they would. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mrs. Manya Lazaroff (5)
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42:48
Interpreting Your Dreams (42:48)
The Talmud teaches that while most dreams are foolish, some contain truth. Learn how to tell the difference in this exploration of fantasies and nightmares. This lecture was delivered at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
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10:17
The Connection Between Yosef and Chanukah (10:17)
Rabbi Shmuel Reichman (71)
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5:18
A Lesson from the Story of Joseph (5:18)
Mrs. Sharon Freundel (6)
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46:43
Mummies, Midwives and Makkos (46:43)
With the Exodus from Egypt as our point of departure, we explore issues in Jewish medical ethics - including the plagues, embalming, organ donation, multi-gestational pregnancies and anesthesia for childbirth. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Dr. Edward Reichman (51)
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7:59
When Being Nice Isn't So Nice (7:59)
Rabbi Aryeh Weinstein (113)
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1:19:46
Empowering our Children (1:19:46)
Watch an eye-opening lecture by Rabbi YY Jacobson and be riveted by his inimitable wit and humor as he shares Torah insights, anecdotes and guidance on how to provide our children with a loving and positive upbringing that produces emotionally healthy and well balanced adults
Rabbi YY Jacobson (103)
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36:56
If It's All for the Good, Why Does it Feel Bad? (36:56)
Sure, God has a plan. But why does it always seem to involve suffering, especially for righteous people who have done no wrong? Is divine justice right, even if it feels wrong? This lecture took place at the 12th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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48:41
Do You Know Where your Children Are? (48:41)
Raising children is always a challenge. But In our fast-paced world with technological advances beyond our wildest dreams, have the rules changed? How do we keep our kids and grandkids on track in the era of smartphones and Snapchat? This lecture took place at the 12th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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45:39
The People v. Joseph's Brothers (45:39)
Experience biblical scholarship and courtroom drama as we explore the brothers' role in the sale of Joseph. Are they guilty of conspiracy, kidnapping, and human trafficking? Or are they innocent, having acted with good reason? Watch as the prosecution and defense pitch biblical commentaries against each other, and then vote on the verdict
Hon. Andrew Kauffman (1)
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59:28
Do Angels Really Exist? (59:28)
We have all seen Hollywood's depiction of angels in white with wings, but are angels really real? Where do they come from? Are they all good? Is there a guardian angel for me? Are they greater than us humans? Join Rabbi Moshe Krasnanski as he delves into the Jewish view on this topic and addresses these questions and more
Rabbi Moshe Krasnianski (10)
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56:45
Why Cry on the neck? (56:45)
This in-depth class on the weekly Parsha provides a textual analysis of a verse about the reunion of Joseph and his brother Benjamin. It explores various commentaries in order to give a broader and deeper understanding of the text.
Rabbi Avrohom Bergstein (32)
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8:35
Like Father, Like Son (Vayechi) (8:35)
In this fascinating take on a famous biblical story, Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet points to apuzzling element in the sale of Josephas a slave and his subsequent long separation from his father: Why didn’t Joseph try to communicate with Jacob and let him know that he is alive?The answer to this question as well as other aspects of this unique father and son relationship provides a universal life-lesson about passing quick judgment and misinterpreting others’actions
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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7:26
Time to Grow Up (Vayigash) (7:26)
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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6:58
A Lesson in Jewish Pride (6:58)
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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8:03
Going the Extra Mile (8:03)
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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1:02:59
Secrets of the Stars Revealed (1:02:59)
Is astrology kosher? From what your birth sign means to choosing a spouse based on sign compatibility, you’ll be amazed at what Jewish tradition teaches about the zodiac. Discover the mystical connection between the powers of the soul and the signs of the Zodiac, and what it all means for you.
Rabbi Ari Sollish (35)
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23:48
The Pre Exodus Story (23:48)
Passover is coming, get the real scoop on the history behind it. Rabbi Menachem Wolf masterfully recounts the story of Joseph; his childhood; his relationship with his father and brothers; and the moving story from Genesis, right up to the advent of the Jewish slavery in Egypt. Stay tuned for the rest of the story.
Series: Survivor: Egypt
Rabbi Menachem Wolf (12)
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21:56
Israel's Great Mistake (21:56)
We can't allow the expulsion from Gush Katif to become a footnote in the history books. Rabbi Yosef Y. Jacobson, speaking at the dinner for the Gush Katif Museum, shares his experiences visiting the museum with groups of university students and the profound effect the museum had on them
Rabbi YY Jacobson (103)
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6:07
Parshat Beshalach (6:07)
Who is smarter, the elderly grandfather or the grandchild who shows him how to use his cell phone? In Parshat Beshalach Serach directed Moshe where to find Yosef’s coffin, to take out of Egypt for burial
Rabbi Dr. Abraham J. Twerski (16)
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9:09
Torah Lights: Yaakov and the Wagons (9:09)
Parshat Yayigash begins with Yaakov's despair and ends with his jubilation. Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Riskin relates the story of the parshah and the reunion of the family based on repentance and forgiveness. Produced by Ohr Torah Stone.
Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Riskin (40)
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1:07:07
The Hand of G-d in Your Life (1:07:07)
We all search for the burning bush — the moment of revelation in our lives that will usher in a new epoch in our existence — only to be let down when it doesn’t happen. If only we opened our eyes to the smaller moments in life, we would see how our lives are permeated with Divine Providence
Rabbi Moshe Bryski (40)
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5:42
Parsha Power, Vayechi: Why Was Egypt So Wonderful? (5:42)
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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6:10
Parsha Power, Vayigash: Cry for Them, Pray for Them (6:10)
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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6:45
Parsha Power, Mikeitz: Reuven, The Teshuvah Coach (6:45)
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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6:20
Parsha Power: Vayeshev (6:20)
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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22:41
The Court Proceedings Between Joseph and His Brothers (22:41)
What are the parallels between the famous Hey Teves court case and Torah portion Vayigash? What can we learn about justice and legal proceedings from Judah's aggressive appeal to Joseph in the portion?.
Rabbi Moshe Bogomilsky (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)