In this shiur we discuss the blessing upon seeing the new moon, known as Kiddush Levana or Birchat HaLevana. We study the early sources for the blessing and it's accompanying texts, and even discuss a controversy following the Apollo moon landing.

In this shiur we begin our study of the liturgy of Rosh Chodesh. We examine the history of this minor holiday, and track the development of prayers that proclaim and announce the new month.

In this shiur we discuss the Havdalah at home and in the synagogue. We examine the source of all the Berachot and of the prayers and songs that have developed around the Havdalah.

In this shiur we begin our discussion of Havdalah by tracing its etymology and its origins, and also track some of its early development into the liturgy. We then study the first composition of Havdalah, which is known today as Atah Chonantanu.

In this shiur we discuss all of the elements that make the Arvit of Motzei Shabbat unique from the standard weekday Arvit. And we explore the many customs that developed throughout the ages.

In this shiur we take a break from the regular Tefilah classes in honor of the high holidays, and we focus on the concept of Teshuva. We review the earlier approaches of the Rishonim and delve into a deeper approach suggested by Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz ZT"L.

In this shiur we finish out discussion of the Mincha of Shabbat. We look deeper into the history and themes of the Kaddish, the Amidah, Tzidkatecha, and Odeh LaHashem.

In this shiur we discuss the additions that make Mincha of Shabbat distinct from a weekday Mincha, namely U'ba LeTzion and Keriat HaTorah. We examine their history, and explore why it is that a Haftarah is not read.

In this shiur we discuss complex history of the Kedusha of Musaf (Shabbat), as well as the closing sections after the Chazzans repetition.

In this shiur we continue our discussion about the Musaf. We study the earliest sources regarding how the prayer was practiced and evolved, and then we examine the texts that are familiar to us along with the commentaries.