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48:25
The Power of Positivity for Wellness (48:25)
This seven-step process gleaned from the Torah will help you think better and feel better, providing a powerful boost for your sense of wellness and joy in life. 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. Rus Devorah Wallen (2)
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55:51
Is Your Food Really What the Label Says It Is? (55:51)
Is the food you purchased in the supermarket or restaurant exactly what you think it is or what the label claims? The answer may surprise you! Embark on an eye-opening journey as Rabbi Berel Bell takes you backstage and shares fascinating behind-the-scenes information about the food industry as a whole, as well as some aspects of Kosher supervision, and why it’s way more complex than you ever thought
Rabbi Berel Bell (151)
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47:45
Law, Not War (47:45)
U.S Army Investigator Ben Ferencz documented the horrors of the Holocaust, and at Nuremberg, he charged 22 Nazis with the deaths of millions. At 103, Ben remains a beacon of justice. This session took place at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mr. Ben Ferencz (1)
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55:47
The Fine Print (55:47)
A multimedia presentation on 15 fascinating tales surrounding priceless ancient books. Witness the Jewish rush to adopt the printing press and how Jews overcame the bigots who would halt them. Learn how the economics of the Jewish book market influenced the gentile world of print. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Yanky Majesky (1)
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49:53
The Pilgrimage Road: Inside Israel's Largest Archeology Project (49:53)
Imagine walking to the Temple Mount in Jerusalem 2000 years ago. The road you’d have been walking on is now fifty feet underground. It’s the site of Israel’s most ambitious archaeological excavation to date. Be amazed as we explore the ancient Pilgrimage Road, revealing the link between the City of David and the Temple Mount
Rabbi Avraham Stolik (2)
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44:29
The Kabbalah of Economics (44:29)
As the world teeters on the brink of recession, lift your perspective above the daily grind and consider the spiritual side of economics. For instance, what really is the Jewish view on capitalism? This lecture was delivered at the 16th 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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50:56
The Jews of Ukraine: What Now? (50:56)
This session took place at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mr. Jacob Solomon (1)
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55:58
If Maimonides Were Alive Today: The Rambam on Contemporary Jewish Medical Ethics (55:58)
What would Maimonides say about some of today’s most complex medical dilemmas? Analyzing Maimonides’ timeless writings we explore what his approach might be to areas including preventative medicine, the separation of Siamese twins, stem cell research, plastic surgery and Covid-19. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dr. Edward Reichman (51)
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54:46
Search and Rescue: A Global IDF Mission (54:46)
This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Colonel Golan Vach (1)
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44:31
The Awakened Brain (44:31)
Whether it’s meditation, a nature walk, reading a sacred text, or saying a prayer, there are many ways to tap into a heightened awareness of the world and your place in it. A leading expert illuminates the surprising science of spirituality and its application to our lives. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Dr. Lisa Miller (3)
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50:28
Self Discovery in Recovery (50:28)
A look at the spiritual roots of chemical dependency and depressive disorder and a new spiritual conceptualization of recovery using the discovery model. Learn the importance of finding the meaningful life you’re looking for, and an approach for doing just that. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Yekusiel JD Kalmenson (4)
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46:55
Rabbinic Literature on Anatomy, Physiology, and Therapeutics (46:55)
In this session we will hear the author discuss his newly published, ground-breaking work which traces the development of rabbinic literature's understanding of anatomy, physiology, and therapeutics across time. We will learn the value of an historic perspective as a key to understanding the unique relationship of Judaism and medicine throughout the centuries
Rabbi Dr. Edward Reichman (51)
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40:12
A Taste of Talmud: The Right to Recline (40:12)
Experience some beginner Talmud study in this session exploring the meaning and symbolism of some of the basic rituals at the Passover Seder. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Boruch Kaplan (17)
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55:11
Fascinating Discussions of the Talmud (55:11)
This lecture was delivered at the 16th 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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36:33
Reaching Within: A Story of Loss, Hope, and Happiness (36:33)
Born in Milan, Italy, the move to Jerusalem wasn’t the smoothest for Hadassah Chen. Then in 2012, she lost her third daughter Navi to a battle with cancer. In the aftermath of a horrible tragedy, Mrs. Chen’s journey inspired, and continues to inspire, countless others. Join for a journey across miles and years, sure to be filled with laughs and tears
Mrs. Hadassah Chen (4)
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53:18
Torah Visuals: Judaism's Deepest Mysteries (53:18)
Experience five exquisite and immersive animations which explore some of Judaism’s deepest mysteries, pertaining to G-d and the nature of our reality. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Alter Deitsch (2)
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46:30
Mesorah: The Tug-of-War of Halachic Development (46:30)
This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Menny Chazanow (2)
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50:45
Toward Jewish Mindfulness (50:45)
Jewish spirituality grounds our minds, emotions, and behaviors in a loving and compassionate life of Mitzvot. Mindfulness training cultivates an awareness of “what is happening” without being swept along by judgments and emotions. Are they compatible? This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Laibl Wolf (40)
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56:22
Robot Rabbis and Humanoid Minyans: The Jewish Take on A.I. (56:22)
Are the robots coming to get us? Does an Artificial Intelligence count for a minyan? Hear about the future of the digital age, and the Jewish approach to this hyper-modern issue. This lecture was delivered at the 16th 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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45:36
David and Batsheva Revisited (45:36)
This lecture was delivered at the 16th 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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10:53
Turning Darkness into Light (10:53)
This address was delivered at the 16th 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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56:16
A Chassidic Response to An Unfathomable Tragedy (56:16)
When the Surfside Condominiums collapsed on June 24, 2021, Rabbi Sholom Lipsker was just up the block. Hear the story of his personal involvement in an unfathomable communal tragedy, and the community's responce in the aftermath. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com
Rabbi Sholom Lipskar (14)
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52:36
Monarchs, Measles, and Mitochondria: A Medical Historical Journey (52:36)
What do Shakespeare, philosopher Jeremy Bentham and English kings Henry IV, Richard III, and Henry VIII all have in common? Join this breathtaking historical tour of museums, monarchs, murder mysteries, and mummies as we explore their relationship to Jewish medical history throughout the centuries. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dr. Edward Reichman (51)
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50:29
Lived Experiences: Grief and Resilience (50:29)
Join us for a panel of first-person storytelling, understanding, and vulnerability that seeks to break the harmful stigmas surrounding sharing our grieving and growing processes. This session took place at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Dr. Sigrid Pechenik (1)
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48:40
Why Are Women Hiding Behind the Mechitzah? (48:40)
A candid discussion about women’s role in Judaism, and the intersection of feminism and religion. 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. Rochel Holzkenner (7)
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54:07
Everything You Wanted to Know About the End of Days (54:07)
Is Moshiach coming or do we have to bring him? Do we play an active role in bringing about the Messianic era, and if so, where do we begin? This lecture was delivered at the 16th 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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45:08
Assess Your Spiritual Side (45:08)
This interactive session challenges you to engage your view of spirituality. Asking the questions you’ve been wondering about, we’ll introspect, discover our assumptions, and consider new perspectives. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Yekusiel JD Kalmenson (4)
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46:57
The Holy Temple Within (46:57)
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. Leah Rosenfeld (13)
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43:57
Entering Into the Mind of G-d (43:57)
Project G-d’s mind onto the screen of time and space, and voila, you get our physical world. Join us as we unfold the matrix of creation, and realize our role as G-d’s partner in an unfinished creation. We’ll look at human psychology and the way the universe is contained within our person and life. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Laibl Wolf (40)
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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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45:13
3300 Years of Jewish Art (45:13)
From the Tabernacle's tapestries to Chagall's sculptures, the Jewish people have always been masters of the fine arts. Journey through the millennia as we inspect the impact our nation has had on the art world at large. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Dr. George Dean (3)
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51:17
Giving and Getting: A Philanthropy Panel (51:17)
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. This session took place at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mr. George Rohr (4)
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58:12
From Altar Boy to Chabad Rabbi (58:12)
Hear the story of how a teenager with a catholic upbringing’s chance encounter with a yeshiva student in a Manhattan Starbucks set him on a path to becoming a Chasidic Rabbi, husband, and father. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Matisyahu Devlin (1)
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1:00:24
Supreme Changes in American Religion (1:00:24)
Do recent Supreme Court rulings signal a shift in America’s religious outlook? Rabbi Jacobson demonstrates that the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s approach to public Judaism may be more critical than ever in today’s environment. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat
Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)
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57:31
Judaism and Free Speech (57:31)
James Madison said, “Free speech is one of the great bulwarks of liberty”. Americans have been debating its parameters; some say this endangers liberty, others, that it limits hate. Judaism has a history of active debate, but where does Jewish tradition place restrictions? This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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41:49
In Conversation: Saul Dreier of The Holocaust Survivor Band (41:49)
Saul Dreier survived three concentration camps at age 17. At 91, he took his drums and formed a klezmer band of Holocaust survivors. His moving story gushes faith, resilience, and remembering. This interview was conducted at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mr. Saul Dreier (1)
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53:45
Overcoming Anger and Angry People (53:45)
Is it healthy to release anger? Or does release only reinforce it? Learn why Maimonides forbids expressing anger, and how to eradicate negativity from your behavioral profile. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Laibl Wolf (40)
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51:16
The Rabbi and The Federal Judge (51:16)
Join a federal judge and a rabbi as they compare notes on the legal ruling of Halacha and U.S Law in some pertinent cases. This session took place at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Judge Roy Altman (1)
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45:36
Wow! Women of Wonder (45:36)
This panel was featured at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mrs. Chana Kalmenson (2)
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49:00
In Conversation: Ambassador Gilad Erdan (49:00)
This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Ambassador Gilad Erdan (1)
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39:54
Shabbat: the Soul of our Week (39:54)
This lecture was delivered at the 16th 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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54:46
The DNA of Your Soul (54:46)
It’s too easy to walk through life without a solid grasp on who we are. Take a deep dive into your soul’s spiritual makeup, and walk away with a deeper appreciation of your purpose and potential. This lecture was delivered at the 16th 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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54:42
The Anatomy of a Miracle (54:42)
When Nissi Estrin was born with congenital heart defects, his parents waged a determined battle to save him. Join Elie Estrin for a candid conversation with Dr. Anthony Rossi, director of Pediatric Cardiology at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, on science, intervention, advocacy, and hope
Dr. Anthony Rossi (1)
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43:40
Relationshift (43:40)
Explore different ways of communicating and experiencing your spouse. Through the lens of Torah and Chassidus, we will explore relationships and how to navigate peacefully by seeing value in the other and worth in ourself. 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. Hindi Kalmenson (1)
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43:46
The Connections Paradigm (43:46)
Three connections, body and soul, us and others, and us and G-d, form the basis of a received Jewish model for addressing stress, anxiety, and depression called “The Connections Paradigm.” Learn concrete strategies for harnessing Jewish wisdom to better flourish in the modern age. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Dr. David Rosmarin (5)
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59:54
How To Win Friends and Influence People the Jewish Way (59:54)
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. Rochel Holzkenner (7)
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52:52
When Caregivers and Care Recipients Clash (52:52)
A Jewish military chaplain shares lessons learned from mass casualty events and his family's complex medical journey about the intersection of two sets of incentives. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Elie Estrin (5)
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52:15
The Ten Commandments, Undone (52:15)
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. Shimona Tzukernik (121)
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44:07
When Worlds Clash: Navigating the Conflict (44:07)
Sometimes, families get complicated. Especially when one family member chooses to be more, or less, religiously observant than the others. Learn how to re-establish family closeness and respect differences in your midst. 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. Rivkah Slonim (76)
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13:35
True Giving (13:35)
This address was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Moshe Kotlarsky (22)
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23:48
Three Lives Changed Forever (23:48)
Taylor Shlessel was just one of the 35,659 Sinai Scholars alumni who found their way back to Judaism through this transformational educational program for over two hundred college campuses. At the retreat, she stood proudly alongside her Jewish husband and son, together with two other students whose stories echoed one of discovery and meaning
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46:27
The Greatest Jewish Joke Ever Written (46:27)
This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson (68)
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51:46
The Journey to Your Ultimate Self (51:46)
Embark on an inspiring journey unlike any other, with a deep dive into the bestselling book "The Journey to Your Ultimate Self". Learn the timeless principles of Torah wisdom that will help you embark on the journey to your own ultimate self. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Shmuel Reichman (71)
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50:24
Book Launch: People of the Word (50:24)
Authors Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson and Rabbi Zalman Abraham explore fifty long-misunderstood Hebrew words and their surprising impact on Jewish values and culture. This session took place at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson (68)
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46:01
Life Is a Climb (46:01)
This session is all about constant growth. How do you keep on climbing after coming so far? Is it alright to stop, take a breather, and enjoy the view from the top? This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Dov Greenberg (57)
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50:31
Why Does G-d Let Good People Suffer? (50:31)
This lecture was delivered at the 16th 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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2:34
Are We Still on the Cusp of Redemption? (2:34)
With all the death, illness, and economic dislocation that the recent Covid pandemic wrought in its wake, it seems like the world has taken a giant step away from the messianic era. It is hard to still believe that we are on the cusp of redemption. For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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2:21
Does Judaism Allow for a Vacation from Our Responsibilities? (2:21)
Will G-d ever allow me to take a small vacation from all my religious obligations? Sometimes things are too overwhelming for me. For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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2:37
Is Judaism Too Focused on Rituals? (2:37)
Is Judaism too focused on physical rituals at the expense of mindfulness and the inner experience? Why does a spiritual G-d care about physical deeds? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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2:21
Do We All Get Repaid for the Charity We Give? (2:21)
When it comes to charity, we are allowed and even supposed to test G-d to see if he’ll reward us with riches for fulfilling this Mitzvah. So does every Jew who gives charity become rich? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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40:51
Where There's a Will There's A Way (40:51)
You're gushing with more inner potential than you know. Discover the hero within and how you can uncover the latent superpowers waiting to accomplish the impossible. This lecture was delivered at the 16th 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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1:05
What's so Special about Receiving an Aliya to the Torah? (1:05)
What is so special about being called up for an Aliya? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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53:16
How to Hack Time: Change Your Past and Change your Life (53:16)
Ever wish you could turn back the clock and undo the past? Here’s a perspective that shows how you can hack time, redeem the past, and uplift your life as you head into the future. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Dov Greenberg (57)
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32:38
An Insider's Take on Israeli News, Politics, and Media (32:38)
From a member of the Arutz Sheva- Israel National News team, hear an insider's take on Israeli news, politics and culture, and the people who make it all go ‘round. 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. Hadassah Chen (4)
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1:34
Should I Avoid Knowledge to Avoid Pain? (1:34)
I recently came across a verse in the book of Kohelet that states: “He who increases knowledge, increases pain”. So should I stop increasing my knowledge to avoid the pain? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
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1:49
Are Jews Supposed to Be Ascetics? (1:49)
In Ethics of our Father it says: "Such is the way of Torah: Bread with salt you shall eat, water in small measure you shall drink, and upon the ground you shall sleep. Live a life of deprivation, and toil in Torah". So are we all supposed to be strict ascetics? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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50:17
Jewish Astrology: An In-Depth Look (50:17)
The glowing constellations in the night sky fascinate us. Many believe the stars and astrological signs influence life here on earth. Does Judaism believe in the zodiac? What’s the Torah’s perspective on all this? This lecture was delivered at the 16th 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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1:37
May I Sin till I'm Ready to Stop? (1:37)
My Rabbi advised me to go slowly and take baby steps on my path toward becoming Torah observant. Does this mean that I officially have permission not to keep a Mitzvah until I am ready for it? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
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50:43
Don't Lock Yourself out of Heaven (50:43)
Ethics of Our Fathers teaches us that very few individuals are not welcome in Heaven. An analysis by the Rebbe leads us to discover the very mission of our lives. 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. Rivkah Slonim (76)
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3:11
Does G-d's Foreknowledge Affect My Choice? (3:11)
As G-d is not time-bound and thus is in the future just as He is in the present, from His perspective - all my future choices have already been made. As such, can I really do anything other than what is destined for me? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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51:45
A Journey of Faith and Fashion (51:45)
Joyce Azria learned to love fashion alongside her father, fashion house CEO Max Azria. She launched several brands and today is president of SWISS1876. Her journey toward faith is inspirational, timely and personal. This session took place at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mrs. Joyce Azria (2)
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1:32
Can I Really Love Everyone? (1:32)
The Torah requires us to love every single Jew, but there’s a guy I know with a terrible personality and massive character defects that I just can’t stand. What am I supposed to do? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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49:31
Gratitude, Not Attitude (49:31)
How big a difference do thoughts actually make? You might think gratitude sounds like a nice habit, but wait until you see how it can change your life entirely. 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. Shimona Tzukernik (121)
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53:24
Embrace the Possible: A Conversation with Dr. Edith Eger (53:24)
A conversation with Holocaust survivor Edith Eger. Her New York Times best-selling book, Embrace the Possible tells the story of the horrors she experienced in Auschwitz, her struggle with survivor’s guilt and flashbacks, and her journey towards healing. This session took place at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Dr. Edith Eger (2)
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6:42
What Can Chabad Learn From Others? (6:42)
What can Chabad learn from others? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Rabbi Dov Greenberg (57)
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51:10
The Jewish Response to Racism (51:10)
How does Judaism react in the face of senseless racist hatred? And how should we think about racial issues? This lecture was delivered at the 16th 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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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)
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39:28
Coming Home: From Buddhism to Judaism (39:28)
This session took place at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mr. Rob Fashler (2)
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54:45
The Rebbe's Three Gifts (54:45)
Of all the gifts the Rebbe gave to the Jewish people, none reverberate louder than his signature approach to the role of Jewish women, the Jewish state, and the Baal Teshuva movement. 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. Rivkah Slonim (76)
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4:10
Why Did Rivkah Tell Jacob To Trick Isaac? (4:10)
When Rivkah heard that Yitzchak wished to bless Esav, she devised a covert strategy wherein she ordered Yaakov to disguise himself, whereupon he would pretend that he was his brother so that his blind father would bless him instead
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)
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47:31
Of Sinful Saints and Virtuous Villains (47:31)
Join us on a rescue mission through time as we re-examination and rehabilitate of some of the most negative events and nefarious characters from Jewish history. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson (68)
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52:36
Together Again: The Power of Community and Connection (52:36)
In the last few years, many of our communities have splintered, not able to provide us with the support we need. Learn about the impact of connection and support on wellness, as well as how we can be there for one another. This session took place at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Dr. David Rosmarin (5)
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44:22
One People - One Heart: The Rebbe's Enduring Legacy (44:22)
Can the twelve tribes ever become one people? Discover the Rebbe’s enduring legacy to realize the truth that the Jewish people are one big happy family. This lecture was delivered at the 16th 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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59:38
Change the Way You See Things and the Things You See Will Change (59:38)
This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Dovid Vigler (4)
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51:39
DNA As Evidence in Jewish Law (51:39)
This lecture was delivered at the 16th 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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53:27
Am I Needy or Needed? (53:27)
Is all this time we spend thinking about our needs driving us to depression? Is there another way to look at life? Should we instead ask, “what are we needed for?” This lecture was delivered at the 16th 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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3:03
How Do We Overcome Ambivalence Towards Judaism? (3:03)
Many young Jews today feel ambivalent towards Judaism. How do we overcome that? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson (68)
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48:38
Virtual Reality: The Future of Learning (48:38)
We all know Virtual Reality is the future, but what if the future is now? Experience the Holy Temple using the power of Virtual Reality, and glimpse Jewish learning's future with some of the founders of a new eductaional startup. This session took place at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Aaron Wolko (1)
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1:37
Why Did G-d Create Sleep? (1:37)
When we sleep we aren’t productive, so that’s a massive portion of our life that’s seemingly wasted. As such, why did G-d create the need to sleep? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dov Greenberg (57)
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43:54
Do Jews Believe in Aliens? (43:54)
Humanity has long looked up at the starry sky and asked, “are we the only ones?” Judaism believes that our planet is somehow special, but does that mean we don’t believe that aliens exist? Finally; the answers to all your extraterrestrial questions. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
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1:50
Why Did the Jews in the Desert Keep Complaining? (1:50)
G-d took the Jews out of Egypt with many miracles, subsequently splitting the Red Sea for them and then revealing Himself to them on Mount Sinai. Not to mention all the other miracles that were performed for them throughout the desert years. Despite all this, they kept complaining and questioning G-d’s love and devotion to them
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)
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1:32
Why Keep Rereading the Torah Again and Again? (1:32)
Each year we read the entire Torah again and again. What's the point of rereading information that we know already? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson (68)
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49:30
Jewish Meditation: What, Why, and How (49:30)
Learn and practice three Jewish meditative exercises. “Change the mind,” “tame the heart,” and “swim gracefully in a world of change” through inspiration, contemplation, and introspection. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Laibl Wolf (40)
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2:38
How Does One Sustain Their Resolutions? (2:38)
While lots of people make new year’s resolutions on Rosh Hashanah, many find them really hard to actually keep. What does Judaism have to say about this? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dov Greenberg (57)
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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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1:29
Why Is the Death Penalty Ubiquitous in the Torah? (1:29)
"I’ve heard Rabbis say that the death penalty was rarely ever carried out by the Beth Din. If so, why is it so ubiquitous in Torah?" For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)
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47:07
A Light Unto the Nations (47:07)
If the Jewish people are G-d’s ambassadors on earth, how does that affect how we act and how other people see us? Discover what being G-d’s ambassador truly means, and recognize that somebody’s keeping an eye on you wherever you go. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)
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5:43
Is Faith the Opiate of the Masses? (5:43)
Karl Marx said "religion is the opium of the people". Is he right? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dov Greenberg (57)
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45:12
Tanya: The Poem (45:12)
Follow a poetic journey through the Tanya’s life-altering ideas. Menny and Tonia Chazanow combine personal experiences, guitar playing, spoken word poetry and timeless Chassidic ideas to create an artistic and human telling of the beinoni’s journey. This session took place at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mrs. Tonia Chazanow (4)
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1:37
Why Is There a Lot of Joy in Chabad? (1:37)
Why is there so much joy in Chabad? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson (68)
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2:46
Is Euthanasia Ever a Good Choice? (2:46)
"I’m a senior and have instructed my spouse and children that I only wish to live as long as I am at least semi-lucid with partial self-sufficiency. If I regress below that threshold, I wish to be euthanized so as not to become a complete burden on society and completely lose any vestige of my dignity
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)
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46:07
The Journey of the Soul: Life, Death, and What Lies Beyond (46:07)
Explore the saga of the soul, from life in this world to life in the next. Find out; what’s heaven really like? This session took place at the 16th 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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2:00
Does Judaism Have Too Many Negative Commandments? (2:00)
Why does Judaism have more negative commandments than positive ones? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dov Greenberg (57)
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1:38
The Biggest Threat to Jewish Continuity Today (1:38)
What is the the biggest threat to Jewish continuity today? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson (68)
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4:52
Can Multiple Opinions All Be True? (4:52)
My Rabbi explained that despite the many arguments and differences of opinion throughout Jewish law and literature, all points of view are considered the “words of G-d” and are part of the truth
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dov Greenberg (57)
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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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1:45
Would We Be Better Off Without Religion? (1:45)
With all the atrocities that were supposedly carried out in the name of G-d, has religion really improved the world, or would we be better off without it? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dov Greenberg (57)
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48:25
Finding Purpose in Pain (48:25)
Let’s bust the stigma around our emotional and mental challenges. Everyone has their challenges because everyone has their mission, let’s embrace both. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Sholom Lipskar (14)
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2:35
Are the Nonreligious Hypocritical for Attending Synagogue? (2:35)
Are those who don’t lead observant life hypocrites for attending synagogue? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson (68)
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1:18
Why Must I Have Obligations I Never Asked For? (1:18)
I didn’t choose to be created, so why should I be burdened with obligations and responsibilities that I never asked for? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)
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3:14
Does G-d Even Know Me? (3:14)
G-d is so big and deals with such a vast universe. Does he even know my name or who I am? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dov Greenberg (57)
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1:41
Does Judaism Have a Class System? (1:41)
Why is the Kohen and Levi honored in Judaism? Is it a caste or class system that is determined by birth? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Mendel Kalmenson (68)