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During a remote appearance on an NFL talk show, New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers displayed a bookshelf with Jewish volumes, including an Artscroll Tan...

The Parashah Vaera discusses the significance of the Hebrew word "ruach," meaning breath, wind, and spirit, in relation to our psychological and spiritual we...

Shabbat times for January 12 to January 19 are provided, including the beginning and ending times for Shabbat in various cities in the UK. Details of the Tor...

Exploring the connection between crocodiles and Torah, this episode delves into the symbolism and significance of the plague of frogs in Parshah Vaera.

The text discusses a positive story on NBC Nightly News about Yeshivat HaHesder Yerucham, a program that combines Torah studies with military service for Rel...

Shabbat times for January 5-12 are provided for various cities. On January 5, Shabbat begins between 3:38 and 3:57 in different cities. The Torah portion for...

The article discusses the question of whether studying Torah takes precedence over other important obligations in Judaism. The author quotes Rav Aharon Licht...

Rabbi Mordechai Yosef Leiner, the founder of the Ishbitz-Radzyn dynasty, offers a unique interpretation of the story of Joseph and his brothers. He suggests ...

The author reflects on the connection between their Jewish identity and the recent passing of their mother. They draw parallels between their experience and ...

In this bonus episode, the hosts of the podcast discuss various topics based on questions submitted by listeners. They cover a range of subjects, from dealin...

Shabbat times from December 29 to January 5 are provided with the start and end times for cities in the UK, along with the Torah portion and Haftarah reading...

Parashat Vayechi concludes with the burial of Joseph in a coffin, symbolizing his dual identity as part of the patriarchal family and Egyptian society. Josep...

Rav Aharon Assayag from Netivot has been heavily involved in helping the residents of Netivot and surrounding areas after the Simchas Torah massacre. On Simc...

This text emphasizes the Jewish belief in resurrection, rejecting the idea of "you only live once." Resurrection is seen as a central principle of Judaism, i...

Rabbi Sacks' popular Covenant & Conversation essays on the weekly Torah portion, originally an email series and now in book form, have been released in a fam...

The Shabbat times for the week of December 22 to December 29 are as follows: The Fast of Tevet ends at various times on Friday, December 22, with Shabbat beg...

In Jewish tradition, there are five things in our world that are one-sixtieth of their most extreme forms, including fire, honey, Shabbat, sleep, and dreams....

In the Torah portion Vayigash, Joseph warns his brothers not to become agitated on their journey home. The classic commentator Rashi suggests this agitation ...

In this article, the author explores the shift in understanding of God's presence and relationship with Israel throughout Jewish history. The article focuses...

The author discusses the concept of providing zechusim, or spiritual merits, for soldiers during war. They argue that there is no traditional mechanism in Ju...

This article explores the contrasting experiences of pregnancy as both a miraculous and catastrophic event. It examines the stories of pregnancy in Parashat ...

The Parashah of Mikketz delves into the significance of dreams in the Torah, portraying them as divine messages needing interpretation. Joseph's ability to i...

Shabbat times from December 15 to December 22 vary slightly across different cities in the UK. On Friday, December 15, Shabbat begins at different times in v...

The Shabbat times for December 8 to December 15 are as follows: on December 8, Shabbat begins in the evening at varying times in different cities, with it al...

The Torah portion of Vayeshev focuses on the story of Joseph being sold into slavery by his brothers, causing deep grief for Jacob and a sense of doom for th...

In this article, the author explores the source of Joseph's dreams in the biblical narrative. While traditional interpretations focus on the future fulfillme...

This discussion delves into understanding R' Chaim Volozhin's perspective on Torah Lishma and how it relates to the insights of the Vilna Gaon. It explores t...

In this week's Parashah Vayishlach, the internal struggles we face on a daily basis are likened to the story of Jacob wrestling with an angel to receive the ...

From December 1 to December 8, Shabbat times in various UK cities are listed alongside the Torah portion for Saturday, December 2 (Vayishlach) and the haftar...

Parashat Vayetze explores the significance of the mandrake in Torah, a plant with potential magical and aphrodisiac properties. The story involves Leah and R...

Shabbat times for November 24 to December 1 are as follows: On November 24, Shabbat begins between 3:28 and 3:51 in various UK cities. On November 25, the To...

This discussion focuses on the approach to Torah Lishma according to the Vilna Gaon, often contrasted with R' Chaim Volozhin's views, particularly in Mishley...

Shabbat times for the week of November 17 to November 24 have been provided, including the start times on Friday and end times on Saturday for various cities...

This episode delves into the benefits of in-depth Torah study and how it can help individuals navigate challenges in maintaining commitment to Judaism. It ex...

Parashat Chayei Sarah discusses the death of Sarah and its aftermath, following the Akedah (binding of Isaac). Various traditions speculate on Sarah's passin...

Shabbat times for November 10 to November 17 are provided in the text, including the beginning and ending times in various cities such as London, Bournemouth...

The episode discusses Tanya's perspective on the connection between learning Torah and achieving Dveikus (closeness to God). It explores how Tanya views focu...

During the week of November 3 to November 10, Shabbat (the Jewish Sabbath) times are provided for various locations in the UK. Shabbat begins on Friday eveni...

The text explores the significance of Isaac's birth in Jewish tradition, highlighting the themes of surprise, joy, and renewal. It emphasizes how Isaac's bir...

The discussion centers around the current events of tragedy and fear, emphasizing the importance of choosing positive influences in our lives, both physicall...

Shabbat times for October 27 to November 3 are provided for various cities including London, Bournemouth, Leeds, Manchester, Gateshead, and Glasgow. Specific...

The discussion revolves around the story of Noah's Ark and the role of birds, particularly the raven. While Noah took pairs of every species onto the Ark, he...

From October 20 to October 27, Shabbat times in various UK cities are listed, including the time Shabbat begins and ends in London, Bournemouth, Leeds, Manch...

From October 13th to October 20th, Shabbat times in the UK are provided, starting on Friday October 13th at 5:57 in London and concluding on Friday October 2...

During the period from October 6 to October 13, important Jewish holidays and observances take place. Hoshana Rabbah falls on Friday, October 6, along with S...

The text explores the connection between Jewish theology and the natural world, emphasizing the importance of studying nature to deepen religious understandi...

From September 22 to September 29, Shabbat and Yom Kippur times are listed, including the start and end times for Shabbat on September 22, Torah readings for...

The text explores the narratives of Sarah, Hagar, Abraham, and Isaac in the Torah, particularly focusing on the exile of Ishmael and Hagar and the binding of...

The schedule includes important Shabbat and Rosh Hashanah times for September 15 to 22. It outlines candle lighting times, Torah portions, and Haftarah readi...

The Parashah for the week of Rosh Hashanah focuses on the story of Hannah, a woman who prayed fervently to have a child and was eventually blessed with a son...