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Daf Hachaim Podcast

Discovering the Old Testament, Part 50 We come to the end of this series with a quick look ahead at the Intertestamental Period, where the canonical Torah was tested in the forum of social upheaval, war, and sectarian strife. We … Continue reading →

Part 50: The Intertestamental Period

Discovering the Old Testament, Part 49 Modern biblical scholarship has yielded tremendous insights; no study of the Bible is complete without referring to its insights. And yet it brings with it certain blind spots that cannot be overlooked. In this … Continue reading →

Part 49: Scripture and Scholarship

Discovering the Old Testament, Part 48 Continuing the discussion after the canonization of the Torah, we learn how two more  sections, the Prophets and the Writings, came to be part of the Hebrew Scriptures. We also learn why some of … Continue reading →

Part 48: Building the Hebrew Canon

Discovering the Old Testament, Part 47 One of the most radical changes in Jewish religion came near the end of the Old Testament period, when Ezra the Scribe mandated the study of the newly-canonized Torah as a religious act, and … Continue reading →

Part 47: Ezra, the Torah, and the Beginning of Scripture

Discovering the Old Testament, Part 46 The Books of Chronicles often get short shrift because they present a sanitized version of King David, but combined with the allied books of Ezra and Nehemiah, they provide a basis for debating a … Continue reading →

Part 46: The Chronicler

Discovering the Old Testament

Interview with Scholars of Judaism about their New Books
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The Sobibor Death Camp was the second extermination camp built by the Nazis as part of the secretive Operation Reinhardt--with intent to carry out the mass murder of Polish Jewry. Following the construction of the extermination camp at Belzec in south-eastern Poland from November 1941 to March 1942, the Nazis planned a second extermination camp at Sobibor, and the third and deadliest camp was built near the remote village of Treblinka. Sobibor was similarly designed as the first camp in Belzec, it was regarded as an 'overflow' camp for Belzec. This account of the Nazis' remorseless and relentless production line of killing at the Sobibor death camp tells of one of the worst crimes in the history of mankind. Chris Webb's painstakingly researched volume ranges from the survivors and the victims to the SS men who carried out the atrocities.
The Sobibor Death Camp: History, Biographies, Remembrance (Ibidem Verlag, 2017) covers the construction of the death camp, the physical layout of the camp, as remembered by both the Jewish inmates and the SS staff who served there, and the personal recollections that detail the day to day experiences of the prisoners and the SS. The courageous revolt by the prisoners on October 14, 1943 is re-told by the prisoners and the German SS, with detailed accounts of the revolt and its aftermath. The post-war fate of the perpetrators, or more precisely those that were brought to trial, and information regarding the more recent history of the site itself concludes this book. There is a large photographic section of rare, previously unpublished photographs and documents from the author's private archive.
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Chris Webb, "The Sobibor Death Camp: History, Biographies, Remembrance" (Ibidem Verlag, 2017)

Baruch Spinoza (1632–1677) was one of the most important philosophers of all time; he was also one of the most radical and controversial. The story of Spinoza's life takes the reader into the heart of Jewish Amsterdam in the seventeenth century and, with Spinoza's exile from Judaism, into the midst of the tumultuous political, social, intellectual, and religious world of the young Dutch Republic. 
This new edition of Steven Nadler's Spinoza: A Life (Cambridge UP, 2022), winner of the Koret Jewish Book Award for biography and translated into a dozen languages, is enhanced by exciting new archival discoveries about his family background, his youth, and the various philosophical, political, and religious contexts of his life and works. There is more detail about his family's business and communal activities, about his relationships with friends and correspondents, and about the development of his writings, which were so scandalous to his contemporaries.
Steven Nadler is the William H. Hay, II, Professor of Philosophy, Evjue-Bascom Professor in Humanities and Weinstein-Bascom Professor of Jewish Studies at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He is the author or editor of over twenty books, winner of the 2000 Koret Jewish Book Award for biography with Spinoza: A Life (Cambridge, 1999) and a Pulitzer Prize finalist with Rembrandt's Jews (2004). His books have been translated into over twenty languages.
Morteza Hajizadeh is a Ph.D. graduate in English from the University of Auckland in New Zealand. His research interests are Cultural Studies; Critical Theory; Environmental History; Medieval (Intellectual) History; Gothic Studies; 18th and 19th Century British Literature. YouTube channel. Twitter.
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Steven Nadler, "Spinoza: A Life" (Cambridge UP, 2022)

In 1290, Jews were expelled from England and subsequently largely expunged from English historical memory. Yet for two centuries they occupied important roles in mediaeval English society. England’s Jews revisits this neglected chapter of English history—one whose remembrance is more important than ever today, as antisemitism and other forms of racism are on the rise.
In England's Jews: Finance, Violence, and the Crown in the Thirteenth Century (University of Pennsylvania Press, 2023), Dr. John Tolan tells the story of the thousands of Jews who lived in mediaeval England. Protected by the Crown and granted the exclusive right to loan money with interest, Jews financed building projects, provided loans to students, and bought and rented out housing. Historical texts show that they shared meals and beer, celebrated at weddings, and sometimes even ended up in bed with Christians.
Yet Church authorities feared the consequences of Jewish contact with Christians and tried to limit it, though to little avail. Royal protection also proved to be a double-edged sword: when revolts broke out against the unpopular king Henry III, some of the rebels, in debt to Jewish creditors, killed Jews and destroyed loan records. Vicious rumours circulated that Jews secretly plotted against Christians and crucified Christian children. All of these factors led Edward I to expel the Jews from England in 1290. Paradoxically, Dr. Tolan shows, thirteenth-century England was both the theatre of fruitful interreligious exchange and a crucible of European antisemitism.
 ﻿This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose new book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars.
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John Tolan, "England's Jews: Finance, Violence, and the Crown in the Thirteenth Century" (U Pennsylvania Press, 2023)

On today's episode of the New Books Network, we are privileged to have Professor Arie Dubnov joining us for an in-depth discussion on the multifaceted history and evolution of Zionism.
Professor Dubnov is the Max Ticktin Chair of Israel Studies at George Washington University and a preeminent scholar on Zionist thought and nationalist movements. His acclaimed works include the intellectual biography Isaiah Berlin: The Journey of a Jewish Liberal (Palgrave MacMillan, 2012) and the edited volumes Zionism - A View from the Outside and Partitions: A Transnational History of Twentieth-Century Territorial Separatism (Stanford UP, 2019).
In this comprehensive interview, Professor Dubnov draws from his current research project examining the interwar ties between Zionist and British imperial thinkers. He provides a sweeping analysis tracing Zionism's diverse ideological currents and how they manifested from the movement's origins through the tumultuous events surrounding Israeli statehood in 1948 and into our present era.
With his profound insights, Professor Dubnov illuminates the complex social, political and intellectual forces that shaped Zionism over decades, offering a nuanced perspective on this influential nationalist ideology's evolving place in regional and global contexts. This thought-provoking discussion promises a masterclass on the rich histories and ongoing reverberations of Zionisms.
Roberto Mazza is currently a visiting lecturer at Northwestern University. He is the host of the Jerusalem Unplugged Podcast and to discuss and propose a book for interview can be reached at robbymazza@gmail.com. Twitter and IG: @robbyref Website: www.robertomazza.org
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On the History and Evolution of Zionism

After So Much Pain and Anguish: First Letters After Liberation (Yad Vashem, 2016) comprises letters written by survivors and liberating soliders in the immediate aftermath of the Holocaust, reflecting their extreme mixed emotions. The survivors express their sigh of relief at liberation intertwined with the anguish of irreparable loss, and even utterances of hope for a better tomorrow. The letters articulate the first signs of life after liberation, giving moving accounts of suffering, loss and destruction. They convey cries of grief while displaying an outstretched hand from a devastated world longing to touch loved ones still whole. This collection is a raw and powerful body of firsthand testimony of the catastrophe that struck the Jewish people, forming an important record of the most horrific and ignoble period of the twentieth century.
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Robert Rozett and Iael Nidam-Orvieto, "After So Much Pain and Anguish: First Letters After Liberation" (Yad Vashem, 2016)

New Books in Jewish Studies

Shnayim Mikra provides a verse-by-verse review of the parsha in seven weekly installments, corresponding to the seven aliyos. Insights and commentary are provided by master educators familiar from the OU's Nach Yomi, including Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Hersh Weinreb, Rabbi Menachen Leibtag, Rabbi Yitzchak Etsh...

Acharei Mot - Rishon

Acharei Mot - Sh'vi'i

Metzorah - Sh'vi'i

Acharei Mot - Shishi

Metzorah - Shishi

Shnayim Mikra

A couple of Jewish guys from San Francisco grappling with the world's problems through a very familiar lens.

Lots of questions this week: Is the “Jew coup” behind the impeachment hearings? We’re so busy running banking, the media and the weather, how would we have time? Is Amazon evil, or is it what we want? Are we overreacting about the Auschwitz Christmas ornaments? What is a “motivator?” Is Wal-Mart opening a store in … Continue reading Episode #228: Crocs are an abomination →

Episode #228: Crocs are an abomination

There’s a party upstairs, but we’re not invited. Instead, join a bruised and weary Rosen and a jaunty Goldbrener for tales of elderly (yet still annoying) dogs and their incompetent owners and European soccer teams who lean into their opponents’ anti-Semitism. The good news is that the boys continue on in a light vein, featuring … Continue reading Episode #227: Jewish marketing, Sam Rosenbaum →

Episode #227: Jewish marketing, Sam Rosenbaum

There’s plenty of ranting going on in the Twilight Lounge this week, thanks to the kid playing video games in the library. Thus triggered, Rosen descends into a somewhat thoughtful monologue that ends with the boys imagining their own (non-existent) Wikipedia pages and waxing nostalgic about their childhood audio experiences. Also mentioned this celebrity-laden week: … Continue reading Episode #226: Goldblum, Bernie →

Episode #226: Goldblum, Bernie

Don’t let Rosen’s migraine-induced miasma prevent you from enjoying this raucous episode of your favorite Jewish podcast. Instead, step into the Twilight Lounge to hear about Hamas’ never-ending threats, little kids dressed as Hitler, Goldbrener’s uniquely punk rock take on the shock value of the swastika and Rosen’s unsettling question about the anti-semites’ end game. … Continue reading Episode #225: Rags to riches →

Episode #225: Rags to riches

This week, Goldbrener declares his love for floral and paisley shirts and tells a horrifying tale of a friend who once had the hiccups for “years.” Somehow that leads to anxiety over the economics of adventure guides and eventually, a general suspicion about the purpose of a digital map of “Jewish San Francisco” and a … Continue reading Episode #224: Free tuition… and paisley! →

Episode #224: Free tuition… and paisley!

Is It Good For The Jews?

When you're Jewish, everything you do and experience comes out Jew-ish. Each week, Josh Heller &amp; Erika Brooks Adickman compare notes on pop culture, gender, politics &amp; life.

The Best Food in the San Fernando Valley, as chosen by The Raffs

91. Eating The Valley w/ The Raffs (@ New York Bagel Cafe)

90. Nineties Bar & Bat Mitzvahs with Randy Lehrman

Josh & Erika wish you a happy new year, and have a few tips for coming up with resolutions that can keep you moving forward to wherever it is your heading, even if you don't know. 

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89. Improve Your New Year

88. Wedding Season

Josh and Erika attempt to make sense of what has occurred in Pittsburgh.

87. After Pittsburgh

2 Jews Talking

Jewish History Podcast with Mottle Wolfe

A podcast dedicated to sharing inspirational Jewish stories that teach valuable and vital lessons from the Torah. Listeners will be moved by a daily story of spirituality. Featuring Jewish stories from the sages, the chassidic masters, and contemporary Jewish storytellers.

4964 - Aeroperú Flight 603: My Personal Story - R' Mike Bengio (Divine Providence)

4963 - I Fully Trust in Hashem - R' Zecharia Wallerstein ZT'L (Bitachon)

4962 - A Chol Hamoed Trip I Will Never Forget - R' Fischel Schachter (Kiddush Hashem)

4961 - A Prayer Miracle - R Shlomo Farhi (Divine Providence - Prayer)

Yeshivat Ohr Somayach located in the heart of Jerusalem, is an educational institution for young Jewish English-speaking men. We have a range of classes and programs designed for the intellectually curious and academically inclined - for those with no background in Jewish learning to those who are proficient in Gemara and other original source material. 

To find the perfect program for you, please visit our website https://ohr.edu/study_in_israel​ or call our placement specialist at 1-254-981-0133 today

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4960 - Stories For The Seder - R' Dovid Kaplan (Pesach)

Jewish Stories to Inspire: Motivational & Spiritual Stories Based on the Torah's Ethics, Values and Wisdom

"The Portion" is a podcast where Aaron Roller, a curious Orthodox Jew, sits down with his brother-in-law, Rabbi Jonathan Bienenfeld, to discuss the portion of the Torah that is read each week by Jews around the world. The conversation is informal and friendly, but not afraid to delve into the wealth...

In this episode, we are together again and talking about the Sin of the Golden Calf. Was is the id of the Jewish people run amok with their leader missing? Or was it a more high-minded decision that went off the rails? Join us for the discussion. 

Ki Tisa: Worse Than A Slippery Slope

A quick solo show on the important of consistency. 

Tetzaveh: Eternal Flame

This week's Torah portion reads like a complicated set of building specs, as G-d presents Moshe with the instructions for building the Tabernacle. We talk about what it means for the Israelites to engage in a construction project following the splitting of the sea and the revelation at Sinai.  

Trumah: Let's Build Something Together

In Mishpatim, the Torah seems to take a dramatic turn from narrative into a detailed discussion of Jewish law. How do we explain this change? And how should we think about the way that the word mishpatim is used in Genesis vs. the way it's used in this week's parsha? Join us for the discussion. 




Mishpatim: What is Justice?

Something strange about the week's Torah portion, Yitro, is that the greatest divine revelation in human history is preceded by a seemingly unrelated story about Moshe delegating authority and setting up multi-tier courts. On this episode, Aaron wonders why he's so bad at delegating and Rabbi Bienenfeld delves into the details of what makes good leadership. Check it out. 

Yitro: Delegation & Revelation

The Portion

A podcast where you ask and we answer questions of Jewish law in modern times. Hosted by Rabbi Ethan Tucker and Rabbi Avi Killip. To submit a question, email responsa@hadar.org.

In celebration of 100 episodes of Responsa Radio, we're re-releasing our favorites with an update from Rav Eitan and Rav Avi at the end of the episode.

Our producer, Jeremy Tabick's favorite is episode #7: The laws of eruv—constructing a sometimes questionable boundary around a neighborhood to allow carrying objects on shabbat—often seem obscure, bizarre, and made-up. But what are the ways in which it makes sense? What are the operating principles behind these laws?

Do the Laws of Eruv Make Any Sense At All? 100th Episode Update

In celebration of 100 episodes of Responsa Radio, we're re-releasing our favorites with an update from Rav Eitan and Rav Avi at the end of the episode.

Our sound engineer, David Khabinsky's favorite is episode #78: A few months ago, one of the largest kosher certification agencies announced that it would not certify "Impossible Pork," despite the fact that nothing in the ingredients or preparation of Impossible Pork is not kosher. What determines whether or not a food is kosher, apart from the ingredients?

Is Impossible Pork Kosher? 100th Episode Update

I'm planning on going to the total solar eclipse that will be visible in North America on April 8th. is there a blessing or some other liturgy that I should say as I see it?

Is There a Blessing on Seeing a Solar Eclipse?

I was trying to help someone on the street get some food. They asked for a sandwich, so I went into a nearby shop—and suddenly panicked because I realized it was Passover! What was I supposed to do in this case? What are the parameters of buying and touching hameitz for non-Jews during the holiday?

Can I Buy a Non-Jew a Sandwich on Passover?

My family are coming in from 1000s of miles away for the eclipse on April 8th, but they won't be around for Pesah on April 22nd. I want to do a mock or model Seder with them, but I know some things are only supposed to be done on actual Seder night. What should I include or exclude? How can I make the mock Seder feel substantive, but at the same time, still a rehearsal and not a replacement of Seder itself?

What Am I Allowed to Do at a Mock Seder?

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Synopsis: In Season 3, episode 12: “‘A Father Should Be…,’ Jem and The Holograms (with help from Riot and his dad) search for Ba Nee’s father. The Holograms travel to different parts of the country using information provided by Riot and speak to three men they think might be Ba Nee’s father: Leonard Martin, Andy Martin and Martin O’Carolan.
Stay tuned for an action packed episode.

Episode 65 (S3E12) is written by Christy Marx.
Duration: 1:09:12
Present: Alex Knight, Aleen Simms, K. Tempest Bradford.

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S3E12: “A Father Should Be…”
“Family Is”
“A Father Should Be”
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S3E12: “A Father Should Be…”

Synopsis: In Season 3, episode 11: “‘Riot’s Hope,’ When Riot’s mother collapses from stress, he is revisited by his rejecting strict father and they begin to fight constantly. It’s up to Jem to try and mend their relationship.”
Stay tuned for an action packed episode.

Episode 64 (S3E11) is written by Roger Slifer.
Duration: 1:06:49
Present: Alex Knight, Aleen Simms, K. Tempest Bradford.

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“Take It Or Leave It”
“It’s A Hard, Hard Life”
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S3E11: “Riot’s Hope”

Synopsis: In Season 3, episode 10: “‘A Change of Heart,’ when Minx has a near-death experience, she decides to change her attitude and become kind and helpful, much to the dismay of Riot and Rapture. She sets out to do all kinds of good deeds for Rio, Jerrica, Jem and the rest of the Holograms to make up for her past bad behavior. Unfortunately, the new Minx turns out to be much more trouble than the old one.”
Stay tuned for an action packed episode.

Episode 63 (S3E10) is written by Christy Marx.
Duration: 46:06:00
Present: Alex Knight, Aleen Simms, K. Tempest Bradford.

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“Outta My Way”
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S3E10: “A Change of Heart”

Synopsis: In Season 3, episode 9: “‘Straight from the Heart,’ A new fashion designer, Regine Cesaire, comes to town and starts working with Jem and The Holograms. When they initially reject her designs, her frustration turns her to the glamour of The Stingers. However, they soon take advantage of her and eventually cast her aside. Repented, she then returns to The Holograms, asking for another opportunity.”
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Episode 62 (S3E9) is written by Buzz Dixon.
Duration: 58:48:00
Present: Alex Knight, Aleen Simms, K. Tempest Bradford.

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S3E9: “Straight from the Heart”

Synopsis: In Season 3, episode 8: “‘That Old Houdini Magic,’ Jem and The Holograms are invited to perform at a magic convention with Astral, hosted by the gullible Mrs. Farnsworth, but when Rapture tricks Mrs. Farnsworth into thinking Houdini has possessed her body, it’s up to The Holograms and Astral to help her see the truth.”
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Episode 61 (S3E8) is written by Jina Bicarr.
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S3E8: “That Old Houdini Magic”

JEMcast

Rabbi Bradley Shavit Artson, Dean of the Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies in Los Angeles, CA.

On Rosh HaShanah, Rabbi Artson welcomed the atheists, agnostics, and skeptics to enjoy the many ways that religion can meet... Read More

Judaism is too Precious to Leave for Believers: Religion for Atheists

Rabbi Artson’s first Q&A of the academic year. Lively back-and-forth with the Ziegler students on topics for this year’s High... Read More

September 2019 Q&A

How can we help console someone in grief, someone facing loss or illness? In the first Lunch & Learn of... Read More

Consolation: The Sad Tale of Rabban Yochanan ben Zakkai

During a period of partisan zeal and assault, too many succumb to the temptation to jettison decency and righteousness for... Read More

The Virtue of Character

Listen to Rabbi Artson answer Ziegler students’ questions on adding items to the seder plate, thinking about Rosh HaShanah now... Read More

Q&A April 2019

God, Torah, and Israel

A weekly Torah portion podcast, where we delve deep into the Torah portion to find practical and insightful ways to enhance your daily life. 

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Self-Improvement

The Pesach Perspective, Legacy of Liberation
The Pesach Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately. 
The Pesach Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.   The Pesach Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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We are about to celebrate Pesach, the holiday of freedom. We meticulously clean our homes, eat the ancient and spiritual bread of Matzah, and drink four cups of wine to honor our liberation. 
Unfortunately, with hostages still in captivity, the Exodus narrative becomes starkly relevant.
We learn how to celebrate Pesach with such pain in the present moment.

The Pesach Perspective, Legacy of Liberation

Parsha Metzora, Redemption Through Unity
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately. 
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.   This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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The release date of this episode coincides with the birthday of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson. With immense dedication, the Rebbe set out to rebuild the Jewish Nation after the Holocaust, which had nearly shattered world Jewry. 
The Rebbe sent Shluchim, emissaries across the globe to revitalize and reinvigorate the Jewish people. Today, his emissaries are in over 1,000 cities in 100 countries and in all 50 US States, totaling more than 4,000 institutions worldwide.
Our Parsha begins with the rigorous purification process a person must undergo after their Tzara'as - leprosy is pronounced healed by a Cohen. 
We find what the Cohen must do to help the purification process of a Metzora. 
We learn how we must actively participate in hastening the ultimate redemption!

Parsha Metzora, Redemption Through Unity

Parshas Tazria, Speech and Destiny
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately. 
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna, Hinda Bas Udl and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.   This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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Our Parsha discusses the intricate laws of Tzara'as, a skin discoloration. 
Since Tzara'as is understood as a physical manifestation of spiritual transgression, it renders the person who receives it ritually impure.
We find why the Torah uses an uncommon to introduce the intricate laws of Tzara'as.
We learn the distinctive connection between our speech and destiny.

Parshas Tazria, Speech and Destiny

Parshas Shemini, Bridging the Divide
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately. 
The Parsha Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and those who need to experience a speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.   This week's Parsha Perspective is in loving memory of Hinda Bas Udl, Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
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The release date of this episode coincides with the birthday of Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka on the 25th of Adar. A beacon of modesty, her legacy exemplifies the profound influence of inner strength and the power of subtle impact. May her life inspire us all to seek strength from within and live a life of purpose and dedication.
Our Parsha begins as Aaron and his sons are officiated as Kohanim in the Mishkan on the eighth day of its inauguration. 
G-d's fire consumed the sacrifices they had brought, signaling that the divine presence was in the Mishkan.
We find the mistake made with the sin offering.
We learn the empathy and understanding necessary when dealing with our people worldwide.

Parshas Shemini, Bridging the Divide

Fast to Feast, the Purim Perspective!
The Purim Perspective is in honor of Eretz Yisroel. May G-d protect our brave soldiers. May G-d return all the hostages in Gaza immediately. 
The Purim Perspective is in honor of the Refuah Shlema of HaRav Amitai Ben Shoshanna and Hinda Bas Udl, may they have a speedy and complete recovery.   The Purim Perspective is in loving memory of Edward Ben Efraim, Shlomo Ben Edward, and Yirachmiel Daniel Ben Gedalia. May their souls be uplifted and their memories a blessing.
The Purim Perspective is in honor of the health of the mind, body and soul of Yakkov Ben Yehudis and the success of Naftoli Ben Yehudis.  
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The release of this episode coincides with Taanis Esther—the Fast of Esther—as we quickly approach the joyous holiday of Purim. 
Interestingly, Taanis Esther is unique and differs from other fast days, as demonstrated by this year's schedule that highlights its singularity.
We learn the uniqueness of Taanis Esther and it's uniqueness in our post Oct 7th world!
Happy Purim!

Fast to Feast, the Purim Perspective!

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 A Tale of Two Sedarim: From Bnei B'rak to Lod, by Rav Yitzchak Etshalom Why wasn't R. Gamliel at the "Seder" in B'nei Brak?  Although we envision the evening of the Seder as being focused on the story of יציאת מצרים, there is another theme which holds a position of honor in the evening's discussion - the laws of Korban haPesach. Just as the famous "Seder" in Bnei Brak involved 5 of our greatest sages engaged in the recounting of the story of the Exodus all night, the Tosefta tells of a "parallel" seder led by R. Gamliel, where the focus of discussion all night was הלכות (קרבן) הפסח. The significance of the Korban, although relegated to commemorative status after the destruction of the Mikdash, still has a significant impact on the nature of the evening. We explore the dispute among Tannaim - and, later - Rishonim - as to whether the Korban Pesach needed to be eaten before midnight or could be eaten until dawn as a reflection of different approaches to understanding the underlying reason for the Korban and, essentially, the nature of the celebration of this most powerful of sanctified feasts.  Source sheet >>

Pesach | A Tale of Two Sedarim: From Bnei B'rak to Lod

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