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Yud-Tes Kislev, celebrated on 19 Kislev, marks a pivotal moment for Chassidism and its followers, particularly those affiliated with Chabad. Known as the Ros...

Moshe Koppel's analysis of the biblical story of Yaakov wrestling with a mysterious figure in Parshat Vayishlach is positioned as a metaphor for the Jewish j...

Elisha Price examines the phrase "Heilek Eloah Mi-maal" in R. Shneur Zalman's seminal Hasidic work, Sefer Ha-Tanya, and its controversial theological implica...

In the face of rising polarization among Jewish communities globally, Joshua Kullock urges a re-evaluation of the concept of compromise through a Jewish mora...

In the Torah portion Vayishlah, the practice of nikur, or deveining, is explored, focusing on the prohibition against eating the sciatic nerve. This aspect o...

In a reflection on Parsha Vayishlach, Rabbi Shalom Paltiel delves into the symbolism and unique role of Benjamin, the youngest son of Jacob, in the narrative...

"Real Royalty" explores the concept of inner spiritual royalty as exemplified by the biblical figure Batsheva, the wife of King David and mother of King Solo...

Reflecting on Parshas Vayishlach, Cindy Scarr explores the theme of resisting external influences through the biblical story of Yaakov (Jacob) living with La...

In the Torah portion Vayishlah, a unique and intriguing feature appears: dots above certain Hebrew letters. These punctuation marks, known as puncta extraord...

The River Yabbok, also known as Jabbok, holds significant historical and mystical importance in Jewish tradition, particularly in the context of Parashat Vay...

Avi Mayer reflects on the current state of Israel, drawing parallels between recent events and Torah narratives from Genesis. He discusses the challenges fac...

The video explores the Biblical narrative of Jacob (Yakov) and his two wives, Leah and Rachel. It delves into the spiritual and moral lessons derived from th...

This video explores the contributions of the ancient biblical commentator Philo to Jewish thought and how his works inform our understanding of the Torah por...

Rabbi Shalom Paltiel delves into the Biblical story of Jacob's preference for Rachel over Leah in the Parsha Vayeitzei, exploring the deeper mystical interpr...

The content delves into the weekly parsha Vayetzei, where Yaakov's journey amidst psychological distress illustrates divine encounter through crisis. Struggl...

The video explores the concept of 'terafim' or household idols in Jewish history as mentioned in the Torah, particularly in the portion of Vayetse. It delves...

The families of victims from Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack on Israel have filed a lawsuit against Binance and its CEO, Changpeng Zhao. They allege that the ...

The video discusses the practice of extispicy, a form of divination believed to have been used by Lavan, a character from the Torah. Extispicy involves inter...

This video delves into the intriguing role of mandrakes in the Torah, particularly in the portion of Vayetse. Historically, mandrakes have appeared in variou...

Rabbi Yitzchok Aharon Pinkesz introduces the concept of "Kosher Astrology," highlighting the presence of astrological wisdom within Judaism and the Torah. He...

Women scribes are revolutionizing Jewish tradition as they take on the historically male domain of Torah writing. Spearheaded by Jen Taylor Friedman, who com...

Shabbat, the Jewish day of rest, is a fundamental observance rooted in the Torah, serving as a weekly opportunity for spiritual rejuvenation and family conne...

Rivka Bennun Kay explores the complex relationship between selfhood, wealth, and spiritual growth using insights from Rebbe Nachman of Breslov and the charac...

The video explores the biblical story of Isaac's intention to bless his elder son Eisav despite his wayward behavior, as opposed to his righteous brother Jac...

Parshat Toldot offers a compelling exploration of recurring family dynamics, highlighting how patterns of behavior, such as deception and favoritism, perpetu...

In the video "Hittites Jewish History in the Torah Toledot," the speaker explores the identity and historical significance of the Hittites within the context...

Cindy Scarr's reflections on Parshas Toldos explore the duality of Eisav's and Yaakov's lives as described in the Torah. Eisav, portrayed as a man with two d...

The video provides an in-depth analysis of the birth of Esau, also known as Edom, and explores his significance in the Torah, particularly in the portion of ...

Rabbi Joseph Hirsch Dnner (Ritzad) was a pioneering but largely overlooked academic scholar of the Babylonian Talmud, influential in combining traditional le...

Yehudis Karbal, an experienced psychotherapist, shares her personal journey of resilience and healing, which involved applying her professional knowledge alo...

The video explores the timeline of the Biblical Patriarchs, including Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, comparing their lifespans as described in the Torah with sec...

Mitchell Schneider critiques the international embrace of Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, a former Al-Qaeda leader, highlighting the risks of rebranding te...

Parshat Chayei Sarah reveals timeless insights into lasting love, contrasting today's romantic pursuits with intentional, value-driven matchmaking. The parsh...

Rabbi Shais Taub offers a transformative perspective on wealth in this Kosher Money episode, challenging conventional views by framing money as a form of ene...

The video delves into the historical and religious significance of the Tomb of the Patriarchs in Hebron, as described in the Torah, where Sarah, the matriarc...

City gates in the ancient world, particularly within the context of the Torah and Jewish history, serve as focal points for social, legal, and economic activ...

The article discusses the enduring relevance of the Book of 1 Enoch, part of the Dead Sea Scrolls discovered in 1947, and its implications for modern times. ...

The Siyum HaShas event at Lander College for Men on October 21, 2025, celebrated the completion of the seven-and-a-half-year cycle of studying the Talmud. Th...

Natan Slifkin announces the release of the audio version of his book "Rationalism vs. Mysticism: Schisms in Traditional Jewish Thought." This work delves int...

Exploring the absence of Sarah in the Akeidah narrative of Genesis 22, Michael Wolff examines various Jewish interpretations which question why Sarah was not...

This podcast episode explores the reactions of leading scientists when confronted with the wisdom found in the Torah. It delves into how these scientists, fr...

In Parsha Vayeira, Sara's reaction of laughter upon hearing the divine promise of a son is explored by Rabbi Shalom Paltiel. This laughter reflects doubts ab...

Parshat Vayera presents profound lessons on moral courage, exploring themes of advocacy, resilience, and ethical challenge. Rivka Bennun Kay discusses Avraha...

The video explores the history and identity of the Philistines as presented in the Torah. The Philistines, often depicted as adversaries of the Israelites, p...

The video delves into the historical and biblical significance of the Moabites, a neighboring tribe of ancient Israel. It explores references to the Moabites...

In this exploration of Parashat Vayera, we delve into the expectations that Abraham places on himself and his descendants as outlined in the Torah. This segm...

Rivka Bennun Kay explores the intersection of consciousness, AI, and spirituality, contemplating what defines human uniqueness in an age of advanced artifici...

Onkelos was a significant early commentator on the Torah, known for his influential Targum, a translation of the Torah into Aramaic. His work is essential fo...

Lech Lecha is a foundational Torah portion that offers profound insights into spiritual seeking, centering on Avraham's journey from Haran to the unknown. Th...

The video explores the theme of the redemption of captives in the Torah, specifically within the context of Parashat Lech Lecha. This discussion delves into ...