In this class we learn more about some common Purim misconceptions, and we explore the origins of Taanit Esther, women reading the Megillah, masquerading, Purim plays, and Hamantaschen. We also note the profound effect that the Jews of Renaissance-era Italy had on Purim.

In this shiur we study the mysterious origins of Ein Ke'Elokeinu, and its parallels in the Heichalot literature. We also touch briefly on Shir Shel Yom.

In this class we discuss the last official section of Shacharit, which includes Ashrei, Psalm 20, and U'Va LeTzion.

In this shiur we study the development of the rituals surrounding the Torah procession, such as opening the Heichal, saying verses of praise, and escorting the Torah to and from the Aron Kodesh.

In this shiur we study the development of Keriat HaTorah in the past 500 years, with the major addition of Berich Shemeih and the reintroduction of the triennial cycle.

In this shiur we dive into how Keriat HaTorah evolved through the Middle Ages, and we focus on 3 major changes: the Baal Koreh, the Targum, and the Triennial cycle.

In this shiur we explore the earliest examples of Keriat HaTorah from Tanach, and how they may have shaped the ritual into Talmudic times.

In this shiur we discuss how Tachanun and Nefilat Apayim evolved between the years 1500-2024 in Halacha, in practice, and in the Siddurim.

Chanukah Sameach!

Chanukah Sameach!