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8:56
Jerusalem Medley (8:56)
Series: National Jewish Retreat 2019 Concert
Eli Marcus (12)
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2:31
Od Yavo Shalom Aleinu (2:31)
Series: National Jewish Retreat 2019 Concert
Eli Marcus (12)
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3:31
Ani Ma'amin (3:31)
Series: National Jewish Retreat 2019 Concert
Eli Marcus (12)
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7:35
Shabbat Medley (7:35)
Series: National Jewish Retreat 2019 Concert
Eli Marcus (12)
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12:10
Yiddish Medley (12:10)
Series: National Jewish Retreat 2019 Concert
Eli Marcus (12)
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4:01
Yogati (4:01)
Series: National Jewish Retreat 2019 Concert
Eli Marcus (12)
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9:27
Chasidic Dance (9:27)
Series: National Jewish Retreat 2019 Concert
Eli Marcus (12)
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3:57
Beyodcha (3:57)
Series: National Jewish Retreat 2019 Concert
Eli Marcus (12)
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4:50
Adon Olam (4:50)
Series: National Jewish Retreat 2019 Concert
Eli Marcus (12)
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3:32
Kol Ha'Olam Kulo (3:32)
Series: National Jewish Retreat 2019 Concert
Eli Marcus (12)
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7:16
A Spiritual Doggie Bag (7:16)
This farewell address was given at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Levi Klein (1)
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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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53:36
Israel's Secret Mission to Eliminate Syrian Nuclear Power (53:36)
In 2007, Israel struck a Syrian nuclear reactor. How did Israel discover it? Why did it ignore President Bush's request to stand down? And what does this story teach us about the current standoff with Iran? Yaakov Katz (Editor-in-Chief, The Jerusalem Post) tells the story behind his new book. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mr. Yaakov Katz (8)
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1:29:47
A Tribute to the Lubavitcher Rebbe (1:29:47)
This tribute was featured at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Cantor Aryeh Leib Hurwitz (2)
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54:46
The Laws of Mezuzah (54:46)
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 Berel Bell (151)
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52:36
Jewish Medical Ethics Book Club: Inheritance (52:36)
In this interactive session, we will use Dani Shapiro’s memoir to discuss genetic testing and its impact on Jewish law. Case studies include of artificial insemination, bastardy, releasing women to remarry, inheritance, solving “cold cases” and identifying lost relatives. (NOTE: One need not have read the book to attend
Rabbi Dr. Edward Reichman (51)
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1:03:17
Jews and U.S. Presidents (1:03:17)
America has been unusually kind to Jews, so much so that it was nicknamed “Di Goldene Medina” (the Golden Land) by many Yiddish-speaking immigrants. Join Dr. George Dean in discussing the role of American presidents from George Washington to Donald trump in facilitating Jewish communal life and speculating on the future of this special relationship
Dr. George Dean (3)
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41:20
Living a Joyful, Richer, Jewish Life: Lessons from a Podcast Host (41:20)
In her weekly podcast, “Jewish Latin Princess,” Yael interviews the world’s most uniquely-talented Jewish women, whose inspiring journeys teach each of us how to discover our soul’s mission and vision for transforming the world. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mrs. Yael Trusch (12)
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52:00
Of Story and Song (52:00)
"If words are the language of the mind, melody is the language of the soul," taught the Chassidic Masters. Come journey into the heart and soul, the mystery and magic of Chassidic story and song, and experience for yourself the power of the niggun - the wordless melody - a sometimes moving and sometimes exuberant treasure of our cultural heritage
Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson (68)
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57:01
Judaism and Gun Control (57:01)
The U.S. Constitution’s Second Amendment enshrines the right of citizens to “bear arms.” But it is neither the first nor the last word. How may a “Higher Authority” weigh in? Here we will investigate Jewish law to discover other ways of parsing this hot topic. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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44:17
Running and Hiding from the Nazis (44:17)
Dr. Miriam Klein Kassenoff, author, film consultant, will speak about her miraculous escape from Nazi-occupied Europe through eight countries, a little know story of escape via Lisbon at the same time as famous artists such as Marc Chagall were escaping. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Dr. Miriam Klein-Kasenoff (3)
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59:07
A Funny Look at Jewish Humor (59:07)
Among other things, we Jews are known for our humor. We plan and Hashem laughs,” goes the Yiddish saying. Throughout the ages Jews have used humor to survive, thrive, laugh and learn, and have placed humor at the very center of their lives
Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson (68)
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49:15
The Kohen Family Chronicles (49:15)
Following the life of the fictional Kohen family, we will delve into the unexpected and intriguing issues of purity and impurity facing the modern Kohen in the 21st Century. Topics will include airplane flights. museums, hospitals, organ transplants, the Kohen medical student, the Kohen gene and more. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dr. Edward Reichman (51)
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53:33
Rashi, the Ultimate Commentator, and The Rebbe, the Ultimate Explainer (53:33)
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 Berel Bell (151)
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45:54
Weapons Wizard (45:54)
As Israel has faced foes bent on her genocidal destruction since birth, she has had to keep ahead of her hostile neighbors. Yaakov Katz (Editor-in-Chief , Jerusalem Post) presents Weapons Wizard, his book on the development of the technology that keeps Israel safe. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mr. Yaakov Katz (8)
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53:01
Six Jewish Ideas for Coping with Anxiety (53:01)
Stress and worry are impediments to our well-being. How can we rise above our worries and anxieties, whether they are about the present or future, and retain our joie du vivre? In this session, we will grapple with six ideas from across Jewish literature, each providing one dimension of insight
Rabbi Mordechai Dinerman (18)
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51:58
Battling for Menorahs in American Courts (51:58)
Attorney Nathan Lewin will review the multi-year history of litigation over menorahs displayed by Chabad in public plazas. From Chabad's victories in the Supreme Court with the Pittsburgh menorah to its victories before the US Court of Appeals in Cincinnati and Atlanta. Mr
Mr. Nathan Lewin (24)
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33:58
JScreen: Genetic Testing in Jewish Community (33:58)
Learn about the latest advances, out of Emory University, to end Jewish Genetic Diseases. As a community, what can we do to help our friends and family? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Hillary Regelman (1)
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33:12
The Jewish Art of Happiness (33:12)
If happiness is an ”inalienable” right, why are we constantly searching for it? Is happiness really a life goal? In this profound talk, Yael helps us view happiness through a Jewish lens, in order to find it, perhaps, where we least expect it. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mrs. Yael Trusch (12)
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1:00:06
Highlights of 50 Years of Supreme Court Arguments (1:00:06)
Nathan Lewin will reflect on his vast experience in prominent arguments before the US Supreme Court, including significant cases that affect Jewish life in America. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mr. Nathan Lewin (24)
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53:52
The Akeida vs. Al Qaeda (53:52)
In what ways is “The Akeidah,” Abraham's readiness to sacrifice his son Isaac, famously commuted by G-d into the sacrifice of a ram, the diametric opposite of the martyrdom prevalent in extreme Islam? 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 Simon Jacobson (149)
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57:09
King Henry the 8th and the Greatest Hebrew Library Ever Assembled (57:09)
The Valmadonna Trust and the discovery in London's Westminster Abbey of the complete Babylonian Talmud: A spell-binding literary and collecting history. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mr. Daniel Kestenbaum (5)
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47:22
Rebuilding the Temple from Within (47:22)
Our prayers lead us deep inside as a way of connecting with an infinitely spiritual cosmos. Might there be a place within us akin to the Holy Temple? If so, how may we find it? 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. Yitzchok Breitowitz (71)
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47:40
Inclusion and the Power of the Individual (47:40)
Inclusion is an important social issue of our time, and rightly so. A society can be judged by how it values and treats every single member. How ought we relate to people with differences, and how can we create more inclusive communities that nurture the gifts of every individual? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Ari Sollish (35)
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49:11
An Insight into the Book of Bereshit and the Compelling Life Lessons (49:11)
Bereshit, the Book of Genesis, is arguably the most studied text ever published. How is Genesis continually able to generate new insights into humanity and what might it teach us today? 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 Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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41:42
The Evolution of the Hebrew Book (41:42)
Usage of the written word is undergoing a revolutionary transformation. Here we take an extensive historical visit to the textual past, and then seek to divine how our current digital-based present informs what our intellectual future might look like. An audio/visual presentation. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mr. Daniel Kestenbaum (5)
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46:23
The Essence of a Jew (46:23)
We Jews are an ancient people. But who are we? Join one of the most innovative Jewish minds as he uncovers the deep meaning of being Jewish. 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 Manis Friedman (248)
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54:13
The Pence Rule and the Jewish Law (54:13)
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 Berel Bell (151)
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38:16
Repairing Rainbows (38:16)
At age 13, Lynda’s mother and sisters died in a plane crash. Her father was shattered and she was left to fend for herself. Her memoir, Repairing Rainbows, shares how she found the courage, tenacity, and strength to become happy and lead a meaningful life. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mrs. Lynda Fishman (3)
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49:23
The G-d You Don't Believe In (49:23)
In the last few centuries science and reason have challenged and in some ways rejected and supplanted faith and religion. Might there be another way of understanding the nature of belief, and reconciling it with our modern secular culture? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)
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45:53
Mi Casa Es Su Casa: Kabbalah of the Home (45:53)
Explore where the worlds of interior design and Judaism intersect in a fun and spiritually uplifting talk that might even get you to embark on a remodeling project. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mrs. Yael Trusch (12)
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52:22
How Meditation Changed My Life (52:22)
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 Eliezer Wolf (3)
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42:26
Who's in Charge? (42:26)
Have you ever been shocked by something you did? In this session, we explore how our “inner games”—our thoughts and moods—shape who we are and what we do. 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 Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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52:29
The Kosher Pet (52:29)
What does the Torah say about owning or handling an animal? Are there preferred methods of pest control? Animal lovers will want to join this halachic discussion peppered with stories from the Talmud about life with our furry friends. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat
Rabbi Mendel Blau (3)
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48:47
Sarah: The Power of Laughter (48:47)
Sarah’s personal challenges with famine, abduction, and infertility are no laughing matter. When she hears she will have a child, she laughs and G-d does not find it funny. What is the secret of Sarah’s laughter, and how is it an important part of the Jewish story? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mrs. Chana Slavaticki (5)
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49:35
The Dynamics of Giving and Getting (49:35)
Sharing an etymological root with tzedek (justice), tzedakah (charity) is a central Jewish ethic featured in many holidays and highlighted in the Talmud. Learn from Jewish philanthropists why they give and what they get. Attendees receive The Jewish Value of Giving. This panel was featured at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mr. David Magerman (5)
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41:46
Judaism, American Style (41:46)
Increasing numbers of Jews are returning to their religious roots in a search for meaning, eager to explore a heritage that is deeply embedded in history and at the same time rapidly changing
Professor Ari L. Goldman (5)
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40:47
Oy Vey, They Became Religious! (40:47)
As the “MeToo” campaign illustrated, we live in a time of changing roles and rules. What are the best ways to protect oneself and others from you? Could traditional Jewish understandings of propriety have contemporary application? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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48:39
Display of Rare Hebrew Books, Manuscripts and Judaica (48:39)
Daniel Kestenbaum, an internationally-renowned Judaica auction expert, will lead us through a fascinating tour of original antique texts and documents, selected from institutional and private collections under his care: A singular opportunity. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mr. Daniel Kestenbaum (5)
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51:29
My G-d is More Vulnerable than Your G-d (51:29)
It is easy to become awed by the majestic scale and power of Hashem. In a brilliantly counter-intuitive presentation, Rabbi Friedman paints an emotional portrait of the Divine and our relationship with it. Could it be that G-d needs our love? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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58:55
Confidentiality in Jewish Law (58:55)
In this “tell- all” age, what becomes of our status as private citizens? Attorneys, doctors, and others are restricted from sharing personal information, but at what social cost? How does Jewish law adjudicate this sticky issue? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dr. Yitzchok Breitowitz (71)
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52:45
The Hazards of Loneliness (52:45)
Are you lonely? 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 Manis Friedman (248)
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38:07
Women of the Holocaust (38:07)
Facing unthinkable peril and upheaval, with traditions upended, spouses and children sent to death camps, and torn from their traditional roles, Jewish women performed truly heroic deeds during the Holocaust. Join us for an inspiring discussion of their sacrifices and courage. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Dr. Miriam Klein-Kasenoff (3)
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46:49
Stem Cell Research and Jewish Law (46:49)
Are we merely the sum of our parts? How does Jewish law consider the ethical and legal issues posed by recent developments in biological technology?? 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. Yitzchok Breitowitz (71)
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48:46
A Light Unto the Nations (48:46)
Many of our social and professional conventions are now in flux. Where to turn? The wise ways of our forebears is a beacon illuminating a new path beyond many of the assumptions of modern life. 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 Berel Bell (151)
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35:33
On Shabbat We Rest (35:33)
On Shabbat, we transcend our mundane lives and reconnect with our Maker. Learn how to tap into the uniquely spiritual side of this day, even while eating Cholent. 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 Simon Jacobson (149)
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39:39
Medical Ethics Roundtable (39:39)
As a patient or caretaker, have you ever encountered Jewish medical ethics questions for which you did not have the answers? To find the answers you need, ask a panel of rabbis and doctors. This sesssion was featured 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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36:07
The Shabbat Effect (36:07)
Is Shabbat just about relaxation? 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 Shalom Paltiel (27)
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57:31
The Temple Mount in Jewish Hands (57:31)
Two thousand years after its destruction, the Temple Mount remains the center of the Jewish world. Davening there is an incredible mitzvah, but we need to do it right. What are the halachic nuances involved in stepping foot on the most holy space on earth? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Mendel Blau (3)
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49:58
What Sets Jewish Spirituality Apart (49:58)
If you ask people what Avraham contributed to the world, many will say, “monotheism.”. However, monotheism already existed. Avraham introduced something even more revolutionary. Join us to learn more about the special gift that Avraham gave to the world. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Shmuel Reichman (71)
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55:22
Will This Supreme Court Revive the Free Exercise of Religion Clause of the First Amendment? (55:22)
During Nathan Lewin’s storied legal career, he has emerged as one of the leading experts in First Amendment Civil Liberties. In this session he will give an overview of the status of the Free Exercise of Religion Clause and the prospects for change. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mr. Nathan Lewin (24)
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55:47
When Man Makes Man (55:47)
A cover article of Time Magazine this year, entitled “The Future of Babies,” addressed reproductive technology, including gene editing, uterus transplantation and the three-parent embryo. We will discuss these remarkable advances from a Jewish perspective. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dr. Edward Reichman (51)
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1:04:21
Torah: The Blueprint of the Universe (1:04:21)
No text is as overwhelmingly complex as Torah. In it is the entirely of human existence: our origin, our ethics, our wisdom, and our ultimate destiny. Join Rabbi Friedman as he sketches the architecture of existence itself. 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 Manis Friedman (248)
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47:45
The Best Medicine (47:45)
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 Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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59:52
The Chosen Comedian (59:52)
This presentation was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mr. Robert Cait (2)
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9:07
A Women's Role in Judaism (9:07)
What is the role of women in Judaism? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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52:29
When Pigs Are Kosher (52:29)
The coming of the Messiah (Mashiach) will be a game-changer. In addition to peace on earth, the return of the dead, and our reunion in Israel, the Messianic Age will bring specific aspects of halachah (Jewish law), including pigs becoming kosher: Imagine that! This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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6:20
What Would Moses Think of Judaism Today? (6:20)
What would Moses and the founders of Judaism think of us today? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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4:29
Are Punishments in the Torah Too Harsh? (4:29)
Are the punishments in the Torah to harsh and excessive for the sin? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Shalom Paltiel (27)
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19:51
A Sinai Scholars Presentation (19:51)
This presentation was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
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3:12
Is There a Divide Between Jews of Israel and the Diaspora? (3:12)
Are there divisions between Jews in Israel and Jews in other countries? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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50:28
Refusenik (50:28)
Mr. Sharansky will reflect on fifty years of human rights activism, beginning in the Soviet Union—from which he was denied emigration and where he served nine years in prison as a political prisoner, often in solitary confinement—and including his emergence on Israel’s political scene. This session was featured at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mr. Natan Sharansky (8)
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1:42
May One's Opinion Differ from the Rebbe? (1:42)
May one disagree with their Rebbe? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Shalom Paltiel (27)
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37:41
The Tree of Life (37:41)
What is the secret of the "Eitz Chaim" prayer that is recited at the conclusion of each Torah reading? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mrs. Sharon Freundel (6)
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3:37
Differences in Judaism (3:37)
On having differences in Judaism. For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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46:15
Living above the Sun: Studies from Kohelet (46:15)
“There is nothing new under the sun,” or is there? King Solomon, the wisest of all men, shares his musings on life in the book of Kohelet. Join us in an uplifting discussion on finding meaning and purposeful living. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mrs. Chana Slavaticki (5)
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2:13
Does Chabad Take Political Positions? (2:13)
Does Chabad take political positions on issues of the day? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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2:22
Faith amid Pain (2:22)
On having faith amid pain. For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Shalom Paltiel (27)
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49:33
The Baal Shem Tov's Gift to World Jewry (49:33)
This workshop will explore the history of the Chasidic movement and its founder as well as identifying its fundamental teachings and their practical impact on Jewish life today. 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 Chaim Block (35)
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3:43
The Process of Redemption (3:43)
What will the process of redemption be like? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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58:01
The Women of Valor (58:01)
This panel was featured at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Dr. Renee Lerche (1)
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1:58
Statements about Gentiles in the Torah (1:58)
Why are their negative statements about gentiles in the Torah? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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47:52
Shema Exposed (47:52)
Is the Shema prayer really relevant to our lives? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mrs. Shifra Sharfstein (11)
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2:40
Prioritizing Torah Study (2:40)
How should one prioritize their Torah learning? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Shalom Paltiel (27)
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2:35
Does Judaism Bring Happiness? (2:35)
Does Judaism cause one to be happy? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)
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43:43
Anti Semitism Here and Now (43:43)
This past year has seen two high-profile shooting attacks at shuls, the election to national office of outspoken enemies of the Jewish people, and attacks on Jews in the streets, in colleges and universities, and in the media. Historian Lipstadt will consider the implications. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Professor Deborah Lipstadt (3)
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3:10
Judaism on Negative Impulses (3:10)
How does Judaism respond to one's having negative impulses? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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12:16
Jewish Hero Award 2019 (12:16)
This award was presented at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Series: National Jewish Retreat Awards
Professor Deborah Lipstadt (3)
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3:58
How to Control a Short Temper? (3:58)
How does one control a short temper? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Shalom Paltiel (27)
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48:47
In Every Generation: From Hating Jews to Hating Israel (48:47)
On Passover we read, “In every generation they rise against us to destroy us.” Anyone aware of the Jewish past or present knows that these words ring sadly true. As the tactics of our enemies change, how may we remain vigilant and optimistic? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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28:01
A Holy Struggle (28:01)
This address was given at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mr. Natan Sharansky (8)
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2:47
Individuality in Judaism (2:47)
Is there a place for individuality in Judaism? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)
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47:14
The Rebbe's Gift to the World (47:14)
Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson (1902–94), the seventh leader of the Lubavitcher movement, is best known as simply “The Rebbe.” This panel offers an intimate view into his writings from scholars entrusted with collecting, translating, and spreading his wisdom. This panel was featured at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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1:59
Do We Reject Sinners? (1:59)
Do we reject sinners? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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20:46
The Rebbe and the Miracle (20:46)
This address was given at the 14th 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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1:56
Do Jews Have Dual Loyalties? (1:56)
How do we respond to the charge that Jews who support Israel have dual loyalties? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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43:46
Forgiving and Forgetting (43:46)
This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mrs. Nechama Shemtov (1)
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2:53
What If Someone Doesn't like to Learn? (2:53)
How does someone who dislikes learning get themself to learn? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Chaim Block (35)
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46:38
Art in Contemporary Jewish Life (46:38)
Chasidic thought is an all-encompassing discipline that informs all areas of our lives. Join us for a view into the aesthetic dimension of spirituality: the nexus of art and Chassidus. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mr. Aryeh Wuensch (1)
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3:14
Can G-d Create a Rock He Can't Lift? (3:14)
Can G-d create something that is too heavy for Him to lift? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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53:02
How to Overcome Fear and Instill Self-Confidence (53:02)
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 Shalom Paltiel (27)
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2:21
Why Isn't the Torah 100% Literal? (2:21)
Wouldn’t it have been better if the Torah was written with everything in it being one hundred percent literal? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Chaim Block (35)
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50:40
The Zivotofsky Case and Divine Providence (50:40)
How a U.S. Supreme Court case about passports paved the way for President Trump’s recognition of Jerusalem and the Golan Heights. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Alyza Lewin (10)
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2:14
Why the Current Rise in Antisemitism? (2:14)
To what would you attribute the current rise in antisemitism and anti-Israel rhetoric? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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1:00:09
What Would You Do? (1:00:09)
At JLI, we recognize the complexity of actual moral situations and delight in the suitably sophisticated reasoning necessary for their resolution. Jump in for a fast-paced session featuring videos depicting everyday ethical dilemmas. This session was featured at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Mendel Blau (3)
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1:23
Don't Resist Resistance? (1:23)
Rabbi Jacobson has said here that a person’s life mission is where they encounter the most resistance. As such, should one pursue mathematics if that’s extremely difficult for them? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi YY Jacobson (103)
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2:42
Passover Cleaning Is Too Much! (2:42)
What should one do if the Passover cleaning takes the joy out of the holiday and replaces it with stress and anxiety? The question is when they can’t afford to spend the week at a hotel or resort. For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Chaim Block (35)
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32:53
The Warmth of Shabbat (32:53)
Shabbat makes up one-seventh of our life. It’s clearly important, but why? Is it simply “a day of rest,” a chance to disconnect? Or is it something more, a taste of the World to Come, a chance to truly reconnect? Join us in this special pre-Shabbat talk to find out. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Shmuel Reichman (71)
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1:55
Is Being a "Good Person" Enough? (1:55)
There are people who believe in G-d, but claim that religion is made up or is not important, the main thing is to be good people. What is the response to that? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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40:53
The Kosher Status of Lab-Grown Meat (40:53)
Fascinating developments in technology are upending the food industry and stand to radically transform our eating habits. Biochemistry is now able to create artificial meat in a lab, grown from the stem cells of an animal. But is it kosher? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Ari Sollish (35)
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1:06
Has the Bar Been Set Too High? (1:06)
Psalms 143:2 states that no living being will emerge innocent if judged by G-d! Has the bar been set too high? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi YY Jacobson (103)
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43:13
Brothers Jacobson Discuss it All (43:13)
When brothers Rabbi Simon Jacobson and Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak (“YY”) Jacobson come together, sparks of wisdom are certain to fly! Bring your questions for a wide-ranging conversation of everything you’ve always wanted to know about Judaism. This conversation was featured at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)
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2:40
Why Are There Rules for Cutting Nails and Tying Shoes? (2:40)
Why are there laws governing the order of cutting nails and tying shoes. Does it really make a difference? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Chaim Block (35)
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47:05
Medical Crossfire! (2019) (47:05)
This panel was featured at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Series: Crossfire!
Rabbi Dr. Edward Reichman (51)
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2:29
Sephardim Vs. Ashkenazim (2:29)
Why do the Ashkenazi and Sephardi communities differ in many laws and practices, don’t we all have the same Torah? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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50:48
How to Help People Help Themselves (50:48)
Each Passover, we consider the exodus from Egypt as if it was something we, ourselves, have endured, yet very few among us are actually liberated slaves. How does this ancient text contain life coaching techniques for the liberation of ourselves and those around us? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mrs. Sara Blau (10)
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1:18
Talking to Women (1:18)
Why does it say in Ethics of the Fathers that one should speak to women (including one’s wife) as infrequently as possible? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi YY Jacobson (103)
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1:44
Going to Synagogue Three Times Daily (1:44)
How can every person be expected to make it to synagogue three times a day? Many find it impossible, especially on weekdays! For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Chaim Block (35)
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2:05
Women in Chabad (2:05)
The role of women in Chabad. For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson (68)
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54:46
Paradise and Hell (54:46)
Modern science has uncovered many mysteries regarding life, but it has little to say about death. Join Rabbi YY Jacobson for an excursion to a place from which we can see what awaits us all. The good news is that we will travel roundtrip. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi YY Jacobson (103)
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2:54
To Shun or Embrace a Jew Who Supports BDS? (2:54)
If a Jew who supports the BDS movement comes to synagogue, should we accept him, or reject him? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson (68)
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2:24
Does Prayer Change One's Fate? (2:24)
If G-d decides the length of each person's life, how will prayer change that? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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44:32
The Price of Life (44:32)
Kenneth Feinberg was the Special Master of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund, the government-appointed administrator of the BP Deepwater Horizon Disaster Victim Compensation Fund, and the administrator of a fund for those affected by the Volkswagen emissions scandal
Mr. Kenneth Feinberg (5)
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6:10
The Most Difficult Question and Answer (6:10)
What was the most difficult question you have ever been asked? And what was your answer? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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5:55
The Biggest Misconception (5:55)
What is the biggest misconception that people have? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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6:09
Is Faith for Everyone? (6:09)
How do you resopnd to someone who says "I wasn't born with faith"? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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37:34
The Rabbi and the Lawyer (37:34)
A conversation between two great Jewish minds both world renonwed in their fields. Kenneth Feinberg and Rabbi Yitzchak Breitowitz in the topics of compensation, ethics, and guiding light for leading a meaningful life. This conversation was featured at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mr. Kenneth Feinberg (5)
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2:53
How Does One Find a Mentor? (2:53)
As it’s really important to have a personal spiritual mentor, what should one do if they don’t have a person in their community who they feel comfortable opening up to in that capacity? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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47:27
How to Forgive if You Can't Forget (47:27)
As Jews, we have a responsibility to forgive those who genuinely seek it, yet doing so is fraught with difficulties - if not outright dangers - if we cannot or should not forget the infraction. In this session, we will wade into these murky waters and emerge with surprising clarity. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi YY Jacobson (103)
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4:34
Are Love and Fear of G-d Mutually Exclusive? (4:34)
Can one love and fear G-d simultaneously? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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2:31
Profaning the Holidays and the World-to-come (2:31)
Why does it say in Ethics of the Father that disrespecting the holidays results in forfeiture of the world-to-come? Is that worse than idolatry, murder and adultery where one's world-to-come isn’t lost? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Shmuel Kaplan (18)
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2:09
Is Marriage and Parenting for Everyone? (2:09)
Is marriage really for everyone? And what about raising children? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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1:16
What If One's Soulmate Doesn't Get Married? (1:16)
As soulmates are predestined; if someone decides not to get married, what happens to the other party? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Shmuel Kaplan (18)
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1:54
What Is Judaism's Rule for Parenting? (1:54)
Does Judaism have any hard and fast rules for parenting? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson (68)
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2:12
Does One Sin Render Someone a "Rasha"? (2:12)
In the book of Tanya it's written that one who commits even one sin is considered a "Rash" (wicked one). Isn't that too harsh? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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1:24
Can Moshiach Come If Some Jews Aren't Religious? (1:24)
Can Moshiach come if there are still non religious Jews? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Shmuel Kaplan (18)
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2:10
Are Jews Obsessed with Money? (2:10)
Does the Talmud confirm the stereotypes of Jews and money? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson (68)
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1:09
What's Wrong with Not Learning Chassidut? (1:09)
Many good and pious Jews don't learn Chassidut. What's wrong with that? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)