Oneness in Creation - Part 6

“When Angels Lost”

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Sunday, August 4, 2024

In the battle between humans and angels, the safe money is on the angels. But once upon a time, in a land far, far away, one human did the unthinkable: he bested angels -- and lived to tell the tale.

To truly grasp this incredible moment, we first need to understand who and what angels are. And then, who and what humans are. Only then can we piece together this cosmic puzzle.

In this out-of-this-world edition of Kabbalah Café we scale heaven's infinite heights, peer behind the mystical curtain, and uncover the truth behind this epic celestial Battle Royale. What we learn will forever change the way we see ourselves, our purpose -- and our white fluffy friends.

How Israel Wins: Part 1

The Lubavitcher Rebbe’s Vision for Achieving Lasting Peace

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Wednesday, July 31, 2024

As Israel engages in yet another war against those sworn to her destruction, and as antisemitism rises across the globe, the question on everyone’s mind is: Are there real practical solutions?

“How Israel Wins” is a new, two-part seminar that presents the Torah’s roadmap for how Israel can achieve lasting strength and peace, as articulated by the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

Discover the Torah’s powerful guidance on issues of security, strategy, and warfare, and explore the proactive role we can all play to foster a safer and more peaceful future for both Israel and the broader Jewish community.

PART 1: ISRAEL’S SECURITY

We address the security reality in Israel today, tackling the thorny question of how Israel can protect itself against an enemy that hides behind human shields, as well as the ethics of preemptive strikes and collateral damage.

Why It Really Hurts

Understanding the Source of Our Pain—and How to Heal It

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, July 30, 2024

The world is filled with pain, grief, and so many challenges. But a surprising Chasidic text reveals that our pain is rooted in G-d’s pain—providing a deep foray into Jewish mysticism and a novel pathway for healing.

Oneness in Creation - Part 5

“The Masks We Wear”

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Sunday, July 28, 2024

We all wear masks. I don't mean the dress-up-for-Purim as an actor or former US president kind. I mean the kind we wear in plain sight to hide our true selves, to conceal our deepest thoughts and desires, and instead put on a show for those around us.

Truth is, we learned this from G-d. G-d was the first one to wear a mask, to conceal His true identity. The Kabbalists call this "tzimtzum." We might call it the greatest challenge ever created. Because not knowing the truth leads to all the problems...

In this session of Kabbalah Café we examine the art of the mask, study its utility and trial, and learn how to ultimately demask the divine.

Make Israel Here

Discovering the Unique Meaning of Every Stage, Place, and Part of Life

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Competing forces, people, and urges vie for your attention in every stage of life. A unique story of talking lottery pieces teaches us to stop, focus, and drill down into whichever stage you’re at right now. Tomorrow, you’ll focus on tomorrow.

Oneness in Creation - Part 4

“Hello Darkness”

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Sunday, July 21, 2024

It seems almost axiomatic that darkness precedes light. That's the way it was when G-d created the world, and that's the way it so often plays out in our experience. Light is attained only after struggling with and vanquishing the darkness.

But what is darkness? Is it merely the absence of light, or does it have its own independent energy? These questions have been discussed and debated over the centuries by laymen and philosophers alike. And now, we have the chance to examine what the Jewish mystics have to say about this.

In this session of Kabbalah Cafe we explore the soul of darkness and discover why darkness is, indeed, a necessary key to light.

Do Not Negotiate

Sometimes It’s Best Not to Answer At All

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Wouldn’t it be nice to live in a world where everyone engaged in honest dialogue, asking questions not to challenge or deride, but only to genuinely learn? Sadly, that isn’t our world (yet). A garish story in the Torah teaches us that when someone isn’t looking for an answer, it’s best not to engage at all.

Oneness in Creation - Part 3

“Jewish Meditation”

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Sunday, July 14, 2024

Ask most people what meditation is and they'll likely describe an Eastern form of meditation, replete with deep breathing, relaxing, clearing the mind, and being present.

Jewish meditation dates back nearly 3800 years -- yet is far less known.

In this session of Kabbalah Café we explore Jewish meditation: its history, its process, and its techniques. We learn what differentiates Jewish meditation from all others, and discover how its regular practice can radically transform our lives for the better.

Gimmel Tammuz 2024

Think Big: Personal Lessons From the Rebbe

With Rabbi Raleigh Resnick

Recorded Live at The Torah Center ATL on Sunday, July 7, 2024

In this talk in honor of the 30th yahrzeit of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Raleigh Resnick shares powerful insights and stories related to the Rebbe's call to each and every person to "Think Big" and challenge ourselves to achieve greatness.

Sing Your Song

On Nature, Miracles, and True Leadership

With Rabbi Ari Sollish

Recorded live at The Torah Center ATL on Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Seldom do the Jews sing in the Bible. But when they do, it’s glorious. A closer look at the only two instances of such song and who led the cast brings us to a profound conclusion about the role of miracles in our lives, and the true measure of leadership.