The Weekly Torah Controversy

By YU torah mitzion kollel

Join The YU Torah Mitzion Kollel as they explore a fascinating torah-based controversy, its historical context and contemporary spiritual applications each week.... more

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The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.

The Weekly Torah Controversy episodes:

March 31, 2022 Hand Matzah or Machine Matzah?
Exploring the longstanding debate over the ideal Matzah for the Seder: hand made or machine made?
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53min
March 24, 2022 Is Veal Kosher?
Understanding the controversy regarding the Kashrut of veal through the development of Halacha and its practical complexities.
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55min
March 15, 2022 The Purim Shpiel
We explore the background and potential perils of the Purim Shpiel.
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46min
March 10, 2022 Ascending Har Habayit Today
An overview of the complexities regarding ascending the Temple Mount today from a Halachic perspective.

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55min
March 03, 2022 The Mechitza
A discussion of issues related to the Mechitzah in Shul, with historical, Halachic and personal implications.
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56min
February 24, 2022 Halachik Subterfuge? The Heter Mechira Debate with special Guest, Rabbi Daniel Feldman
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56min
February 17, 2022 The International Date Line
A quick snapshot of the WWII era Halachic controversy and its contemporary implications.
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38min
February 10, 2022 Tzitz & Choshen The Evolution of Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik zt"l
Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik delivered a historic eulogy for Rav Chaim Ozer Grodzenski; we consider this perspective in light of the Rav's transition from Agudah to Mizrachi and the role of Torah leaders in general life decisions.
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58min
February 03, 2022 The Keruvim
This week's presentation explores the Keruvim- the controversial sculptures above the Aron- to understand their shape, meaning and significance.
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47min
January 13, 2022 Sarah Schenirer, the Chafetz Chaim and Talmud Torah for women
This presentation explores the context and development of women's Talmud Torah in light of key historical figures and Halachic sources.
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58min

FAQs about The Weekly Torah Controversy:

How many episodes does The Weekly Torah Controversy have?

The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.