Knowledge on the Deeper Side

Windfall Wrangles

Determining Ownership for Exotic Finds

Life yields all kids of surprises. Sometimes they are the proverbial worm in the apple. But every so often we hear of someone who is blessed with a true windfall. However, when the weather is fair, everyone wants a share: it is common in such instances for multiple parties to claim a stake in the bonanza. In this lesson we discuss how to determine ownership when there are conflicting claims to life's valuable surprises.

Windfall Wrangles

Determining Ownership for Exotic Finds

Life yields all kids of surprises. Sometimes they are the proverbial worm in the apple. But every so often we hear of someone who is blessed with a true windfall. However, when the weather is fair, everyone wants a share: it is common in such instances for multiple parties to claim a stake in the bonanza. In this lesson we discuss how to determine ownership when there are conflicting claims to life's valuable surprises.

Life After Life: Near Death Experiences & What They Teach Us

With NDE Expert Mrs. Nomi Freeman

Recorded live at the Intown Jewish Academy on Saturday night, February 11

Thousands of people alive today have had a near-death experience (NDE). For most of them, their time on the other side of life was short but life-transforming. Nomi Freeman has had countless interviews with people who’ve had near-death experiences. Hear these amazing stories and learn lessons that will change your life.

Life After Life: Near Death Experiences & What They Teach Us

With NDE Expert Mrs. Nomi Freeman

Recorded live at the Intown Jewish Academy on Saturday night, February 11

Thousands of people alive today have had a near-death experience (NDE). For most of them, their time on the other side of life was short but life-transforming. Nomi Freeman has had countless interviews with people who’ve had near-death experiences. Hear these amazing stories and learn lessons that will change your life.

In G-d We Trust

The Importance and the Power of Thinking Positive

We all know worrying doesn’t help, but does it also hurt? In exploring the appropriate ways to deal with stress and challenges, this lesson defines faith and trust in G-d. What emerges is a profound and empowering message of how we can use positive thought to improve our lives.

In G-d We Trust

The Importance and the Power of Thinking Positive

We all know worrying doesn’t help, but does it also hurt? In exploring the appropriate ways to deal with stress and challenges, this lesson defines faith and trust in G-d. What emerges is a profound and empowering message of how we can use positive thought to improve our lives.

Above the Law

The Ethics of Taking the Law Into Your Own Hands

We are blessed today to live under a system of laws that enables our orderly and peaceful society to function. But what are we to do when the proverbial long arm of the law suddenly seems to shrink -- when a situation seems to call for us to take the law into our own hands to correct an injustice? Is there ever justification to do so? If G-d helps those who help themselves, should the law also help those who help themselves? In this lesson, we discuss the advantages and disadvantages of allowing citizens to self-help and how the Talmud addresses this matter.

Above the Law

The Ethics of Taking the Law Into Your Own Hands

We are blessed today to live under a system of laws that enables our orderly and peaceful society to function. But what are we to do when the proverbial long arm of the law suddenly seems to shrink -- when a situation seems to call for us to take the law into our own hands to correct an injustice? Is there ever justification to do so? If G-d helps those who help themselves, should the law also help those who help themselves? In this lesson, we discuss the advantages and disadvantages of allowing citizens to self-help and how the Talmud addresses this matter.

The Power to Choose

The Meaning of Free Will

The question is ancient. If G-d hardened Pharaoh’s heart, then it was G-d who made Pharaoh refuse to let the Israelites go, not Pharaoh himself. How can this be just? This lesson explains the mechanics of free will, and what tools we need to make sound decisions.

The Power to Choose

The Meaning of Free Will

The question is ancient. If G-d hardened Pharaoh’s heart, then it was G-d who made Pharaoh refuse to let the Israelites go, not Pharaoh himself. How can this be just? This lesson explains the mechanics of free will, and what tools we need to make sound decisions.