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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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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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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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12:42
Responding to Tragedy (12:42)
Rabbi Aryeh Weinstein (113)
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1:04:25
Jewish Responses to Adversity (1:04:25)
The late Elie Wiesel is considered a major force in breaking the silence following the Holocaust. Was silence always the Jewish response to the catastrophes that befell our people? Did those responses affect how we look at our lives and history today? This lecture took place at the 11th annual National Jewish Retreat
Professor Jeffrey Woolf (5)
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29:00
A Candid Conversation with Mrs. Racheli Frankel (29:00)
Mrs. Racheli Frankel (13)
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25:35
Resilience after Tragedy (25:35)
Mrs. Mandell will recount her story in the aftermath of her son’s murder. We can all be resilient regardless of the hardships one faces.
Mrs. Sherri Mandell (5)
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15:57
Happiness Pending (15:57)
Series: Sinai Scholars Academic Symposium 2015
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1:04:44
Building Resilience After Tragedy (1:04:44)
Mrs. Sherri Mandell (5)
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51:59
Crossfire 3 (2012) (51:59)
Join this panel of insightful Jewish minds as they address the most important issues of the day. Explore weighty issues with these highly intelligent and knowledgeable scholars. No subject too controversial, no challenge shirked. To see our other "Crossfire!" videos, click here. This panel was featured at the 7th annual National Jewish Retreat
Series: Crossfire!
Mrs. Rivkah Slonim (76)
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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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4:08
Why Does G-d Allow Suffering? (4:08)
If we could understand why people suffer, what would we lose? Rabbi Aryeh Weinstein gives the answer to the million dollar question, and why it is important not to know. In this short video he comes to the crux of the main problem in marriage and relationships. Please visit rabbiweinstein
Rabbi Aryeh Weinstein (113)
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3:17
The First Clash Of Civilisations (3:17)
Judaism's refusal to jettison its values for glamour and prestige insured its survival until today. Chief Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks reflects on the Ancient Greek civilization with its philosophers, historians, dramatists, art and architecture, which are all remarkable even today. Yet they were defeated and sent into rapid decline by the small band of Jewish Maccabees
Series: Eight Thoughts for Eight Nights
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks (113)
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55:43
Taking on the Impossible (55:43)
Devorie Kreiman shares the extraordinary challenges and losses she has faced and inspires us to overcome the impossible. At the shiva for her son, a friend sings the song: It's Possible. How can we stand up and live our lives in the face of helplessness and deep sadness? This lecture was delivered at the 7th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mrs. Devorie Kreiman (1)
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21:55
Confronting Chinuch Challenges (21:55)
Rabbi Hershel Lustig (1)
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28:28
Reacting to Tragedy (28:28)
In May of 2001, Seth and Sherri Mandel received the worst news that a parent could hear: their eldest son, Koby, had been cruelly murdered. Sherri and Seth didn't know how they could possibly continue to live without their child -- nor did they want to
Mrs. Sherri Mandell (5)
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37:42
Keynote Address Kinnus Hashluchos Banquet 5770 (37:42)
Mrs. Sarah Kaplan (2)
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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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4:48
Voices of the Past: Rabbi Ephraim Oshry (4:48)
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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5:46
Voices of the Past: Dr. Yaffa Eliach (5:46)
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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5:28
Voices of the Past: Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau (5:28)
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
Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau (26)
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3:53
Voices of the Past: Elie Wiesel (3:53)
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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1:01:03
How to Deal with Tragedy (1:01:03)
This class was given in response to the terrorist attack that struck the Chabad House in Mumbai, India. It's poignent message is directed to those who grapple for comfort and understanding in the face of inexplicable tragedy.
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)