In this shiur we discuss the Birkat HaZimun, the introductory ritual before Birkat HaMazon where we invite our companions to say the blessing together. We also look at the customs of various introductions to the Zimun.

In this shiur we introduce our series on Birkat HaMazon. We look at the primary sources in Chazal, with an emphasis on dating the earliest forms of the Tefilah.

In this shiur we continue our discussion of the Amidah of Yom Tov, by discussing the elements that distinguish the Musaf Amidah from the standard Amidah of Yom Tov. Especially in regards to the Ashkenaz Minhagim.

In this shiur we begin learning about the Tefilot of Yom Tov, beginning with the Amidah that is standard for Shacharit, Mincha and Arvit. We study the history, the text, the themes and variations that developed over the ages.

In this shiur we discuss the authorship, the text, and the ideas of the Musaf of Rosh Chodesh. We also discuss removing the Tefillin and the Shabbat Musaf of Rosh Chodesh.

In this shiur we briefly discuss the Keriat Hatorah of Rosh Chodesh, and then begin our study of the history and themes of the Musaf Shemoneh Esrei for Rosh Chodesh.

In this shiur we digress slightly from our study of the Rosh Chodesh liturgy in honor of Chanukah. Specifically, we look at how Hallel and Chanukah are deeply related and the history of this relationship.

In this shiur we study the history, ideas, and customs of Hallel, with a particular emphasis on Rosh Chodesh.

In this shiur we study the mysterious history of Yaaleh V'Yavoh, and try to understand it's development over the past two thousand years.

In this shiur we discuss the custom of observing Yom Kippur Kattan (also known as Mishmeret HaChodesh), with all of it's accompanied Selichot. We also discuss saying Barchi Nafshi before Arvit.