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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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7:38
A Court Case with God (Yiddish) (7:38)
Phil Goldig tells a dramatic and poignant story about Rabbi Levi Yitzchak of Berdichev.
Phil Goldig (2)
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6:15
Yearning for a Better World (6:15)
Series: Paradigm Shift
Rabbi Sholom Lipskar (14)
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19:26
Ruth: A Contemporary Lesson (19:26)
Mrs. Frumma Gottlieb (11)
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31:38
Change, Growth, and a Better You (31:38)
Series: Pesach Symposium 2014
Mrs. Fraidy Yanover (4)
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4:02
The Jews of Jerusalem (4:02)
Series: Israel Mission 2014
Rabbi Yosef Levin (1)
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47:50
Mysticism and Mikvah (47:50)
Mrs. Sarah Karmely (8)
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1:26:12
A Double Measure of Joy Heralding the Redemption (1:26:12)
Rabbi YY Jacobson (103)
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53:59
Is G-d Jewish? (53:59)
Rabbi Mendel Samuels (2)
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26:00
Reflections on Shlichus (26:00)
Rabbi Yehoshua Metzger (1)
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21:52
Stories and Reflections of Shlichus in Dnepropetrovsk (21:52)
Mrs. Chani Kaminetzky (1)
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45:59
Is There a Better Me? My Encounter with the Lubavitcher Rebbe (45:59)
Rabbi Weinreb was a young man searching for answers when he turned to the Lubavitcher Rebbe. The advice he received has stayed with him until today. Rabbi Weinreb shares his personal story and explains how we can apply its message to our own lives: that sometimes the person we need to talk to most is ourselves.
Rabbi Tzvi Hersh Weinreb (7)
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7:10
When Rav Yosef Karo Met the Ari (7:10)
Rabbi Shaul Leiter, the director of the Ascent Institute for Jewish Women in Safed Israel shares an insightful wonderful storythat sheds light on the history and tradition of Kabbalists of Safed
Rabbi Shaul Leiter (4)
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39:42
The Silver Lining Under Clouds of Curses (39:42)
On at least two instances the Biblical narrative is interrupted by a litany of horrors that will befall the Jewish people should they stray. How do we reconcile this with our idea of a kind and loving G-d? Take a look at the inner meaning of the Torah’s curses, and enter a world of blessings in disguise.
Rabbi Meir Levinger (13)
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4:28
Who Benefits from Ahavat Yisrael? (4:28)
Rabbi Shaul Leiter (4)
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2:05
The Art of Marriage: Make Up or Break Up (2:05)
Series: The Art of Marriage
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14:59
From Bondage to Freedom (14:59)
Rabbi Berel Lazar (7)
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6:45
Control (6:45)
We’re responsible for our thoughts, words, and actions – G-d’s got all the rest covered. Trust Him.
Rabbi Zalman Nelson (9)
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25:51
Berachot: A Jewish Guide to Thanks-Giving (25:51)
Jews make blessings on everything. In fact, we say more than 100 Berachot every day. We’ll delve into the source texts of the Berachot laws to learn exactly which blessings to say, and when. Get a taste of halachah’s precision and structure as you learn how to say thank you the Jewish way. This class took place at the 8th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Meir Levinger (13)
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10:39
Address to the Lay Leadership (10:39)
This lecture took place at the Chabad Lay Leadership Forum 2013.
Rabbi Yehuda Krinsky (16)
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55:54
On Renegades and Apostates A Textual Analysis (55:54)
Our scriptures are filled with rich narratives of characters, both exceedingly virtuous and colorfully otherwise
Rabbi Leibel Fajnland (4)
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17:57
13. Who We Really Are (17:57)
Rabbi Gurkow's book; Reaching for G-d: The Jewish Book on Self Help can be purchased here.
Series: Living With Purpose
Rabbi Lazer Gurkow (23)
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18:48
6. The Relationship: Us and God (18:48)
Reaching for G-d: The Jewish Book on Self Help You can purchase Rabbi Gurkow's book by clicking on the above link.
Series: Living With Purpose
Rabbi Lazer Gurkow (23)
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2:07
What is the Most Important Ingredient for a Successful Marriage? (2:07)
What You Should Know Before Getting Married with Rabbi Manis Friedman 1. What is Marriage? 2. Why Get Married? 3. What to Look for in a Spouse? 4. What is a Husband? 5. What is a Wife? 6
Series: What You Should Know Before Getting Married
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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30:35
Can a Jew be for Jesus? - Q&A (30:35)
Rabbi Dr. Schochet addresses questions from the audience with his usual candor and wit.
Series: Can a Jew be for Jesus?
Rabbi Dr. J. Immanuel Schochet (34)
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15:04
4. Perfectly Imperfect (15:04)
To purchase Rabbi Gurkow's book; Reaching for G-d: The Jewish Book on Self Help Click Here.
Series: Living With Purpose
Rabbi Lazer Gurkow (23)
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1:01:07
Can a Jew be for Jesus? - Part 1 (1:01:07)
In part 1 of this brilliant lecture, Rabbi Dr. Immanuel Schochet challenges the misleading techniques of recent Christian missionary movements. He defines the difference between religious faith and credulity, and describes the history of the Christian agenda to convert Jews. With his sharp logic and frank approach, he exposes the fundamental fallacy of their arguments. .
Series: Can a Jew be for Jesus?
Rabbi Dr. J. Immanuel Schochet (34)
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1:12:16
Brokenness and Longing (1:12:16)
Rabbi DovBer Pinson (42)
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8:40
These Words Will Find You - The Regerman Story (8:40)
Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Riskin (40)
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1:29:08
Why the World Needs American Values (1:29:08)
This video was generously donated by Chabad of Plano, Texas. For more exciting events like this one at the Chabad of Plano, check out: ChabadPlano.org.
Mr. Dennis Prager (27)
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48:57
Golda Meir and the Foundations of Israel (48:57)
Dr. Henry Abramson (90)
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50:23
Positive Energy: How to Motivate Your Children (50:23)
Rabbi Shmuel Lew (23)
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5:10
Overcoming Loneliness (5:10)
Rabbi Aryeh Weinstein (113)
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18:18
The Rebbe Believes in Us (18:18)
Rabbi Leibel Groner (4)
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39:06
What Makes Us Happy? Judaism and Psychology (39:06)
Dr. David Pelcovitz (7)
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1:13:21
The Kabbalah of You, Lesson 1: Uniquely Human (1:13:21)
The Kabbalah of You: A Guide to Unlocking Your Hidden Potential There is one thing that is always present in your life. Not your body, for sometimes you soar aloft in thought or meditation. Not your heart, for there are surely things that preoccupy you about which you are indifferent. Not your intellect, for there are times when your mind must rest
Series: The Kabbalah of You
Rabbi Shraga Sherman (137)
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20:46
Personal Memories of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka (20:46)
Mrs. Louise Hager (1)
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2:05
Life of a Traveler (2:05)
Curious Tales of the Talmud: Finding Personal Meaning in the Legends of our Sages Judaism is full of deeply resonant and transformative wisdom. Some of its most profound ideas about life, the universe, the soul, and our relationship with G-d are encrypted in an unusual place-within peculiar and nonsensical Talmudic tales
Series: Curious Tales of the Talmud
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2:57
The Stories We Tell Ourselves (2:57)
Curious Tales of the Talmud: Finding Personal Meaning in the Legends of our Sages Judaism is full of deeply resonant and transformative wisdom. Some of its most profound ideas about life, the universe, the soul, and our relationship with G-d are encrypted in an unusual place-within peculiar and nonsensical Talmudic tales
Series: Curious Tales of the Talmud
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8:29
Lag Ba'Omer: Spiritualizing the Material (8:29)
The body and the soul make peace on Lag BaOmer. Rabbi Dovid Birk compares the fires that we light on Lag BaOmer.to the soul that seeks to rise up to spiritual fullfillment. However a fire or flame needs to be grounded to the wood or a wick; just as the soul is attached to the body.
Rabbi Dovid Birk (4)
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12:19
Jewish Leadership: To Be Learned, or To Be Good? (12:19)
Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Riskin (40)
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2:49
Gossip (2:49)
An Empowering Series for the Modern Jewish Woman from the Rosh Chodesh Society Course Overview: Test drive the wisdom of the ages in this balance of practical and insightful spiritual self-help, focused on making your life happier, more fulfilled, and more effective. In each session, learn to master one aspect of your personal life related to the kabbalistic energies of the month
Series: It's About Time
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32:16
Miracles and Meals: Stories from the Holocaust (32:16)
This lecture was delivered at the 7th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mrs. Joanne Caras (1)
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3:15
Are Matzah and Maror Related? (3:15)
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
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15:52
We Were Slaves... Modern-Day Slavery (15:52)
Rabbi Yossi Paltiel (56)
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5:58
Passover: It's all for the Kids (5:58)
To purchase the Slager Haggadah, authored by Rabbi Miller and published by Kol Menachem, click here.
Rabbi Chaim Miller (49)
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5:13
Pesach: Nirtzah (5:13)
Our 15 step program unequivocally leads to acceptance. Rabbi Avrohom Hertz concludes the seder with the ultimate request.
Rabbi Avrohom Hertz (1)
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9:24
Cleaning Out Our Streimel (9:24)
Leave your ego behind and enjoy Pesach. Mrs. Miryam Swerdlov expresses her own joy at the freedom celebrated by Pesach and includes a story that encourages us to clean out our inner chometz.
Mrs. Miriam Swerdlov (7)
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47:09
Nathan of Hanover and the Ukrainian Rebellion of 1648 (47:09)
Such a clear history of Jews in Western Europe and the Ukraine. Dr. Henry Abramson relates the factors leading up to the devastation of the Chmielnicki massacres. Nathan of Hanover is the historian of record who provides a gripping account of the pogroms and yet is even handed in his recounting of history
Dr. Henry Abramson (90)
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37:38
Secrets of a Kosher Supervisor (37:38)
Keeping Kosher as compared to a spiritual allergy. Rabbi Norman Schloss shares anecdotes of his experiences as a kosher supervisor. This entertaining video looks at how different people view kosher and what factors go into kosher food. â–º Click here to watch the Q&A session This class was delivered at Chabad Lubavitch of Georgia.
Rabbi Norman Schloss (2)
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5:34
You Can Accomplish Anything! (5:34)
Set your mind to it and you will achieve. Rabbi Dr. Abraham Twerski clarifies where the craftsmen learned the unique skills required to build the tabernacle. Produced by: Visual Torah.
Rabbi Dr. Abraham J. Twerski (16)
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14:16
I smuggled Tefillin into Auschwitz (14:16)
How can Russian boots change the course of history for one person? Mr. Leibel Zisman describes the value of his Russian boots and how his upbeat personality saved the day. This slice of his Holocaust experiences is a mix of the fascinating and horrifying, yet is given with humor. Click Here to order I Believe: The Story of One Jewish Life By: Leibel Zisman, Published by GJCF.
Mr. Leibel Zisman (5)
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8:02
Rav Yosef Yoisel and Fundraising (8:02)
Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Riskin (40)
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43:42
Dealing With Stress and Suffering (43:42)
If we never experience darkness, we will not appreciate the light. Dr David Pelcovitz describes stress and loss in terms of scientific research and Torah scholarship. The nature of life is to have an ebb and flow, good times and bad. Avoiding all pain reduces our joy for the good times.
Dr. David Pelcovitz (7)
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43:18
The Woman's Role in the Jewish Future (43:18)
The secret of remembering what you hear and why women have more of the necessary attribute. Rabbi Simon Jacobson defines bitul as modesty, humility and suspension of self. Everything in life goes through a state of bitul; a seed rots in the soil to grow a beautiful tree; a mother carries a baby within her before birth
Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)
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5:29
Manna: Eating with Meaning (5:29)
Rabbi Levi Kaplan (54)
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1:00:06
Emotional Healing and Self-Actualization (1:00:06)
What is the connection between a test, a miracle and a banner? Mrs. Rochel Holzkenner shares some of her life story, about an auto accident, problems with infertility, and giving birth to a special needs baby. She defines how tests and miracles are intertwined and what the banner is for. This lecture was delivered at the 7th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mrs. Rochel Holzkenner (7)
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6:07
Parshat Beshalach (6:07)
Who is smarter, the elderly grandfather or the grandchild who shows him how to use his cell phone? In Parshat Beshalach Serach directed Moshe where to find Yosef’s coffin, to take out of Egypt for burial
Rabbi Dr. Abraham J. Twerski (16)
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32:20
The Holocaust: A Survivor's Perspective (32:20)
How can we relate to 6,000,000 Jewish victims of the Holocaust? Chief Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau expresses the shame and embarrassment that he and his contemporaries felt after the Holocaust. Friends spoke about the heroism of fighting the British and the Arabs in Israel, while they didn't fight, they were victims
Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau (26)
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49:44
Beruria and an Introduction to the Talmud (49:44)
Jewish education for women is radically different today. Dr. Henry Abramson begins with a brief history of the Talmud. He describes the times and family tragedies of Bruria before delving into her recognized contributions to the Talmud. Dr Abramson concludes with a strange account of her possible end as described by Rashi
Dr. Henry Abramson (90)
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50:44
The Day of Jewish Unity (50:44)
A child can break a twig, but a bundle of twigs can resist the strongest man. Parshas Netzavim, read before Rosh Hashana, is about unity. Rabbi Avrohom Bergstein emphasizes the strength in numbers, where everyone recognizes the virtue and quality of the others. Even the unity of idol worshipers can be appreciated by G-d.
Rabbi Avrohom Bergstein (32)
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57:56
The Rebbe's Legacy of Love (57:56)
In this moving talk Rabbi Ruvi New shares personal stories of how the Rebbe continues to affect his life. What drives Chabad Rabbis around the globe to deliver the Rebbe’s message? Rabbi New delivers the Rebbe’s eternal message with clarity and warmth. The lecture is more like a classic Chassidic farbrengen, reflecting a life full of meaning and commitment
Rabbi Ruvi New (101)
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6:21
Charity Saves from Death (6:21)
Destroy evil, enthrone good. Rabbi Shlomo Riskin points out in parshas Beshalach, that as long as Amalek is in the world, G-d and his Throne can't be completely manifest. He illustrates the point with a story about charity and the Lower East Side.
Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Riskin (40)
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47:25
How to Get Your Prayers Answered (47:25)
When we pray are we informing G-d of a problem and asking Him to fix it? Do we think he doesn’t know about it? The point of tefillah is to want what G-d wants, not to get G-d to want what we want. Rabbi David Aaron shows that the Hebrew word Tefillah comes from the root for imagine or dream. The leader of the prayers in shul is the chazzan; the root means vision
Rabbi David Aaron (119)
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58:10
The Jewish View on Suffering (58:10)
Jews speak about suffering from experience. For the first time since King Solomon, the Jews are experiencing a degree of peace. Despite the state of Israel constantly facing attack, nevertheless it is a sovereign nation with its own army. Rabbi Simon Jacobson speaks about suffering today being on a more psychological level
Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)
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2:00
Food in Focus (2:00)
We eat to live and we live for a higher purpose.
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6:48
Serving God with a Bucket (6:48)
A Chassidic story is an opportunity for the soul to surprise the mind. Join Rabbi Yosef Y. Jacobson for an inspirational musical story.
Rabbi YY Jacobson (103)
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26:23
Competition in Business: A Jewish Perspective (26:23)
Competition is the most powerful force in markets. Professor Yehoushua Liebermann learns the halachahs of competition with us. He presents some of the scenarios found in the Mishna and follows the reasoning of the sages.
Professor Yehoushua Liebermann (3)
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26:34
Jewish People: Mark Twain's Question (26:34)
The greatest empires have been wiped off the map of history. How have the Jews survived? Mark Twain ponders this question in Concerning the Jews. Rabbi Yosef Y. Jacobson answers by finding the one common denominator that has existed for over 3300 years of Jewish history.
Rabbi YY Jacobson (103)
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23:58
Keeping Judaism Alive (23:58)
Rabbi Moshe Kotlarsky (22)
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17:46
Capo Denied a Kidney (17:46)
A soul comes down to this world to do a favor for another. With music, Rabbi Yosef Y. Jacobson sings the story of a boy in need of a kidney to survive. We are created with 2 kidneys but only need one. With the extra kidney we can help another. We are all one soul, we are all brothers. Donating a kidney even breaks down the boundaries between bodies
Rabbi YY Jacobson (103)
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25:05
Uniting World Jewry (25:05)
Jews together have the power. Rabbi Yona Metzger, through stories, provides examples of what Jewisih unity can accomplish.
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58:46
Ancient Role Models for Modern Times (58:46)
How can jewelry provide a path to effective child rearing? The Torah is replete with current messages from our ancestresses to improve our lives. Mrs. Esther Kosofsky begins with a fascinating visualization of the different jewelry brought as gifts for building the Tabernacle
Mrs. Esther Kosofsky (1)
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3:07
Chanukah In Our Time (3:07)
In the 20th century, the Germans killed the Jews and the Soviets killed Judaism. In 1991 Chief Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks lit Chanukah candles with Mikhail Gorbachov and explained the ceremony to him, concluding by telling him that he has become part of the Chanukah story. Though tyranny still exists freedom will always win the final battle
Series: Eight Thoughts for Eight Nights
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks (113)
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2:27
Making a Difference (2:27)
You can’t save the world. With a melodious story of starfish, Rabbi Yosef Y. Jacobson presents the value of making a difference in just one life.
Rabbi YY Jacobson (103)
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9:54
The Menorah: Illuminating the Outside (9:54)
What is the relationship between the menorah and the mezuzah? The mezuzah, on the right side of the door brings divine light into the world that is contained in an object. The menorah on the left side brings down infinite light that is undimmed by containment. Mrs. Rivi Feldman clarifies the differences and similarities between these 2 mitzvos and their spiritual impact.
Mrs. Rivi Feldman (2)
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2:24
Inspired By Faith... We Can Change The World (2:24)
The double portion of Jewish spirit longs for freedom. The Macabees were prepared to fight for it. In 2 minutes, Chief Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, gives an entire overview of the history of Chanukah and what a small group of Jews can accomplish. This video was graciously provided by the Office of the Chief Rabbi Lord Sacks
Series: Eight Thoughts for Eight Nights
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks (113)
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30:36
Prayer Insights: Pesukei d'Zimra (30:36)
As we go up the ladder of tefillah, towards Shema and Shemonah Esrei we sing praises to Hashem. Mrs. Sarah Lieberman teaches the how and the why to our approach to Hashem through our prayers.
Mrs. Sarah Lieberman (8)
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5:11
Why Praise G-d So Often? (5:11)
Does G-d really need me to spend all day saying how much I love him and all his amazing attributes? If so, then what kind of G-d is this? Through a story, Rabbi Chaim Mentz, clarifies that we need to express our deep emotional feelings of love and appreciation for G-d, not for Him but for us.
Rabbi Chaim Mentz (23)
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2:30
The Power of Jewish Holidays (2:30)
David Nesenoff (3)
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4:04
Divine Providence at the Airport (4:04)
This talk was given at the 7th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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18:42
Jewish Law: "Do Not Place a Stumbling Block Before the Blind" (18:42)
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Rabbi Eli Silberstein (139)
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8:11
The Jewish Tribe: A Story (8:11)
You are part of the tribe. Going on safari, Mrs. Shimona Tzukernik shares an amazing story about how she was helped by advice that the Lubavitcher Rebbe gave to a European business man years before. You can visit Mrs. Tzukernik's website at: thekabbalahcoach.com.
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Mrs. Shimona Tzukernik (121)
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51:05
How to Catch an Antisemite (51:05)
How to catch an Anti-Semite? Who would have thought this would be a question we would need to ask in modern-day America? Yet, in this fascinating and highly entertaining talk by Rabbi David Nesenoff, given at JLI's National Jewish Retreat, we learn that Anti-Semitism does still exist, even in unlikely places
David Nesenoff (3)
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17:53
A Farbrengen with Rabbi Eli Silberstein - Part 1 (17:53)
Join Rabbi Eli Silberstein as he explains what singing a Chassidic melody, or niggun, is all about. At this Farbrengen, or Chassidic gathering, Rabbi Silberstein shares Chassidic stories and explains the deep meaning of music and song. Watch this video and let's say L'chaim!.
Rabbi Eli Silberstein (139)
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10:52
The Need for Torah (10:52)
Mr. Andrew Gaynor is freshman at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. Andrew grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. He is a triple-major in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Cell and Molecular Biology, and Jewish Studies. He participated in Sinai Scholars in Fall 2010 and is glad to continue that positive experience with this symposium
Series: Sinai Scholars Academic Symposium 2011
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4:01
Mishna Avos 6:9 (4:01)
Veteran Chabad shliach (emissary), Rabbi Dovid Edelman shares two stories from the Mishna and Talmud in which he connects the idea of young orthodox men leaving their spiritual oasis and venturing out into the world to help others discover their Jewish heritage. .
Rabbi Dovid Edelman (2)
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10:04
The Last Pair of Shoes (10:04)
During the war, hunger and starvation were part of everyday life. Shalva, a young boy whose father was taken into the army, works hard to feed his own family and comes up with an ingenious idea to help an even poorer family in need. Young children learn a valuable lesson that one is never too poor, or too young, to help others in need
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5:07
Voices of the Past: Dr. Samuel P. Oliner (5:07)
Beyond Never Again: How the Holocaust Speaks to Us Today Explore the ways in which the Holocaust continues to affect our generation and colors what it means to live as a Jew today. The Holocaust forces us to grapple with the existence of evil and suffering. It challenges us to find faith and optimism in the face of devastation and despair
Series: Beyond Never Again: Voices of the Past
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4:04
Voices of the Past: Rebbetzin Esther Jungreis (4:04)
Beyond Never Again: How the Holocaust Speaks to Us Today Explore the ways in which the Holocaust continues to affect our generation and colors what it means to live as a Jew today. The Holocaust forces us to grapple with the existence of evil and suffering. It challenges us to find faith and optimism in the face of devastation and despair
Series: Beyond Never Again: Voices of the Past
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1:12:31
Where was G-d During the Holocaust? (1:12:31)
People sometimes ask: where was G-d in the Holocaust? But the real question is: where was humanity? G-d was in a voice that has been speaking since man first walked on earth in the words, “You should not murder,” in the words, “Do not oppress a stranger” and in the words, “Your brother’s blood cries to me from the ground
Rabbi Nissan Mangel (12)
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10:20
Personal Experiences (10:20)
This video is from the 48th Annual N’shei U’Benos Chabad Winter Convention Retreat. The Retreat is held in a different city in the US or Canada every year during the Hebrew month of Kislev and was initiated by the Lubavitcher Rebbe. For more information on the Retreat please contact Mrs. Rivi Feldman at 718-467-6146 or chabadwomensconvention@yahoo.com.
Mrs. Sarah Karmely (8)
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12:16
The Hungry Clothes (12:16)
Peninnah Schram, well-known storyteller & author, is Professor of Speech and Drama at Yeshiva University’s Stern College. Vibrantly elegant in her storytelling, she tells Jewish stories of wisdom and wit. Her latest book is an illustrated anthology, THE HUNGRY CLOTHES AND OTHER JEWISH FOLKTALES (Sterling Publ
Mrs. Peninnah Schram (3)