Tzfunot

Tzfunot

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Tzfunot episodes

  • IYUN | Episode 3: Step 1 - What is the yesod hamachloket?

    Interested in taking your Talmud studies to the next level?

    This eight-part series will present the fundamentals of in-depth Talmud study known as 'iyun'. Using a variety of Talmudic topics, the course will train and equip students with the tools and practical steps on how-to apply this method onto their own learning.

    This introductory course is geared to everyone, from the beginner to the more experienced Talmud student. Both alike are sure to benefit from this fundamental introduction to Talmud study.

    In this episode we will present the first step of the iyun method: 

    Ask yourself this first question...

    18 min
  • IYUN | Episode 2: Three Sugyot

    Interested in taking your Talmud studies to the next level?

    This eight-part series will present the fundamentals of in-depth Talmud study known as 'iyun'. Using a variety of Talmudic topics, the course will train and equip students with the tools and practical steps on how-to apply this method onto their own learning.

    This introductory course is geared to everyone, from the beginner to the more experienced Talmud student. Both alike are sure to benefit from this fundamental introduction to Talmud study.

    In this episode we will present three Talmudic subjects ('sugyot') — Kiddush, Lechem Mishneh, Ner Havdallah. These subjects will serve us as examples for us to exercise and apply the iyun method. 

    23 min
  • IYUN | Episode 1: What is Iyun?

    Interested in taking your Talmud studies to the next level?

    This eight-part series will present the fundamentals of in-depth Talmud study known as 'iyun'. Using a variety of Talmudic topics, the course will train and equip students with the tools and practical steps on how-to apply this method onto their own learning. 

    This introductory course is geared to everyone, from the beginner to the more experienced Talmud student. Both alike are sure to benefit from this fundamental introduction to Talmud study.

    In this episode we will present the definition of 'iyun'.

    17 min
  • Hakhel | Episode 8: A ‘Gem’ from the Rogatchover
    This eight-part, in-depth series will explore the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s novel approach to the definition of the mitzvah of Hakhel as it applies to children.
    The series will also cover several fundamental elements related to the mitzvah of Hakhel, such as the time of Hakhel; the definition of the mitzvah; the role of the King; the need for a bima and more.
    In this episode we will analyze the Talmudic expression calling the Hakhel drasha a 'gem'. We suggest a possible explanation based on the teachings of the Rogatchover and the Rebbe's novel perspective to the definition of the mitzvah of Hakhel.
    19 min
  • Hakhel | Episode 7: The Rebbe's Chiddush

    This eight-part, in-depth series will explore the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s novel approach to the definition of the mitzvah of Hakhel as it applies to children.

    The series will also cover several fundamental elements related to the mitzvah of Hakhel, such as the time of Hakhel; the definition of the mitzvah; the role of the King; the need for a bima and more.

    In this episode we will analyze the Rebbe's chiddush on the definition of the mitzvah of Hakhel as it applies to children. We will further explore several questions of the Acharonim in the sugya of Hakhel that can possibly be resolve based on the Rebbe's novel perspective. 

    39 min
  • Hakhel | Episode 6: Men, Women, Hakhel and Torah Study

    This eight-part, in-depth series will explore the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s novel approach to the definition of the mitzvah of Hakhel as it applies to children. 

    The series will also cover several fundamental elements related to the mitzvah of Hakhel, such as the time of Hakhel; the definition of the mitzvah; the role of the King; the need for a bima and more. 

    In this episode we will analyze the Rebbe's question on Rabbi Elazar ben Azariah's drasha regarding the mitzvah of Hakhel for men and women; which detail is considered part of the mitzvah of Hakhel and which is considered part of the laws of Torah study.  

    16 min
  • Hakhel | Episode 5: Tractates Chagiga and Kidushin on Children

    This eight-part, in-depth series will explore the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s novel approach to the definition of the mitzvah of Hakhel as it applies to children. 

    The series will also cover several fundamental elements related to the mitzvah of Hakhel, such as the time of Hakhel; the definition of the mitzvah; the role of the King; the need for a bima and more. 

    In this episode we will analyze the Rebbe's questions on the seemingly contradictory statements between the tractates Chagiga and Kidushin with regards to the mitzvah of Hakhel as it applies to children. 

    28 min
  • Hakhel | Episode 4: Debate on Exemptions for Adults and Children

    This eight-part, in-depth series will explore the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s novel approach to the definition of the mitzvah of Hakhel as it applies to children.

    The series will also cover several fundamental elements related to the mitzvah of Hakhel, such as the time of Hakhel; the definition of the mitzvah; the role of the King; the need for a bima and more.

    In this episode we will explore the debate between the Turei Even, the Minchat Chinuch and the Rebbe about whether the exemptions of Hakhel for adults applies to the children as well or not. 

    50 min
  • Hakhel | Episode 3: Father, Mother or the Court?

    This eight-part, in-depth series will explore the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s novel approach to the definition of the mitzvah of Hakhel as it applies to children.

    The series will also cover several fundamental elements related to the mitzvah of Hakhel, such as the time of Hakhel; the definition of the mitzvah; the role of the King; the need for a bima and more.

    In this episode we will explore the discussion between the Turei Even, the Makneh and the Rebbe about whether the requirement of bringing the children to Hakhel is a mitzvah incumbent upon the father, the mother or the court. 

    26 min
  • Hakhel | Episode 2: When is the Mitzvah of Hakhel?

    This eight-part, in-depth series will explore the Lubavitcher Rebbe’s novel approach to the definition of the mitzvah of Hakhel as it applies to children.

    The series will also cover several fundamental elements related to the mitzvah of Hakhel, such as the time of Hakhel; the definition of the mitzvah; the role of the King; the need for a bima and more.

    In this episode we will explore the different opinions about the exact time for the mitzvah of Hakhel, and analyze the Rebbe's footnote providing further insights based on the terminology of the Rambam.

    14 min

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