Best Megillah Podcasts (2023)

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Jewish Inspiration Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Guided Tour to Chanukah: Miracles, Traditions, and Faith 1:02:49

9h ago1:02:49

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Imagine the aroma of your favorite coffee warming your senses, the subtle complexity of flavors as you take that first sip. Now consider this - isn't it miraculous how those tiny beans can hold such a rich bouquet of taste? That's just one of the everyday miracles we explore in our Chanukah special, where we delve into the meaningful symbolism of o…

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcast Collection

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Parsha: Vayeishev - Dream of the Crop 35:31

2h ago35:31

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Our Parsha begins with Joseph's two dreams of grandeur and supremacy. He dreams that he will rule over his brothers, who will bow before him in submission. Joseph decides to tell them about it. Why does he do that? Why does he tell his father about the second dream, but not the first? Why are the brothers envious of him after the second dream, but …

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Unboxing Judaism · Rabbi Yaakov Nagel & Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Ep. 19 - Why Don't the Religious Serve in the IDF?! 28:48

7m ago28:48

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Ever wondered why some religious Jews choose not to serve in the Israeli Defense Force (IDF)? You might be surprised to learn that many proudly enlist, paralleling their service with the historical narrative of Moses and the war with Amalek. This episode of Unboxing Judaism Podcast delves into the complex intersection of religious practice and mili…

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Parsha Review Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Parsha In-Focus: Vayeishev - Guarding Temptations 16:51

6h ago16:51

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Promised to take you on a journey of exploration through the profound stories of Er, Onan, Joseph, and Potiphar's wife in Parsha Vayeishev. In this episode, we lay bare the dire repercussions of squandering one’s potential and power, particularly in the realm of procreation (Shemiras Habris). We delve into the vital responsibility we all carry to r…

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Jewish Inspiration Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Jewish Pride #7: The Depth of Connection 11:21

1h ago11:21

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Have you ever paused to consider the beauty inherent in responsibility, and the role it plays in our connection to the divine? Join us as we dive into the seventh installment of our Jewish Pride series. Today, we unpack the power and purpose behind the abundance of mitzvahs bestowed upon us by God. Through an enlightening interpretation of a Mishna…

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcast Collection

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Parsha: Vayeishev - Pebbles and Diamonds (5782) 55:57

1h ago55:57

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A pebble and a diamond are similar in one way: they are both rocks. That's where the similarities end. A diamond is precious and valuable. Diamonds are things that we recite the poems over, and name, and write Wikipedia pages about, and adorn the crowns of Kings and Queens. Pebbles get stuck in your tires when you drive over asphalt roads. These tw…

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Jewish Inspiration Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Jewish Pride #6: Unity and Resilience Amidst Adversity 13:20

1h ago13:20

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Uncover the hidden strength and unity within the Jewish community, as we navigate through stories of resilience in the face of recent tragedies in Israel. We share an extraordinary tale of empathy from an IDF unit stationed in a civilian home, demonstrating the deep-seated compassion that binds us. We will also witness the spiritual gravity of the …

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcast Collection

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On the Pulse of Wartime Israel with Blake Cohen 2:28:25

1d ago2:28:25

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In the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, the terror organization that has governed Gaza since 2007, there is a very big divide between Jews living in the land of Israel and those of us in the Diaspora. While Jews worldwide may empathize with their Israeli brethren and rally and pray for their cause, the ones in Israel are on the front lines. Wh…

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Jewish Inspiration Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Sibling Rivalry and Spiritual Revelations (Parsha Power on Vayeishev) 13:33

2d ago13:33

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Prepare to unravel the captivating story of Joseph in Parasha Vayeshev. Discover profound lessons on leadership, resisting temptation, and being misunderstood - all embodied in the life of Joseph. We'll also journey into Joseph's dreams, casting light on their positive interpretations as divinely guided prophecies. We touch upon the sensitive subje…

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Likutei Moharan Podcast · Rabbi Lazer Brody

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Ep. 20 - At Peace With Yourself (Torah 14) 52:11

14m ago52:11

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In today's lesson, Rebbe Nachman teaches us how to neutralize inner turmoil and to be at peace with ourselves. Likutei Moharan is a collection of teachings and insights by Rebbe Nachman of Breslov, encompassing a wide range of spiritual topics and profound wisdom, offering guidance for personal growth and connection to God. ***** Rabbi Lazer Brody …

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Parsha Review Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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1.9 Parshas Vayeishev Review: Joseph's Tale - The Unseen Master Plan 41:57

2d ago41:57

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This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 1.9) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Vayeishev offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. This episode is dedicated in honor of Alan & Diane Levin who have been solid stalwarts of TORCH and its mission! 00:00 Parsha Summary 7:50 Important Lessons Segment Download & Print the…

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcast Collection

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Parshas Vayeishev (Rebroadcast) 1:05:32

9m ago1:05:32

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Parshas Vayeishev contains two intersecting, seemingly scandalous, storylines, that after all the dust has settled we can see are harbingers of the Messiah and Redemption: Joseph is hated by his brothers, and is eventually sold by them as a slave after they nearly killed him. By Parsha end, Joseph is languishing in an Egyptian prison after being fa…

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Thinking Talmudist Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Ep. 38 - What Will Bring The Messiah? (Sanhedrin 97b) 26:21

2d ago26:21

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Welcome to the latest installment of the Thinking Talmudist Podcast, where we continue our exploration of the advent of Messiah, emphasizing the pivotal role of repentance and good deeds in hastening his arrival. Our conversation shifts to the profound impact of recent events in Israel, which have ignited a spiritual awakening among many Jews. Join…

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Jewish Inspiration Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Jewish Pride #5: A Deeper Understanding of Jewish Chosenness 19:38

5d ago19:38

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What does it truly mean to be 'chosen'? This question forms the crux of our latest episode. We delve into the honor and responsibility that accompany being part of the Jewish people. Our exploration takes us back to the pivotal moment when the Jews accepted the Torah without question, a choice that has engendered complex reactions from others. We a…

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcast Collection

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Parsha: Vayishlach - When Hairy met Srully 53:54

9h ago53:54

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Jacob and Esau last saw each other 34 years prior. 34 years ago, Jacob, upon the explicit and prophetically inspired instruction of his mother, usurped the blessings reserved for Esau. Esau was piping mad, and sought vengeance. He wanted to kill his own brother. Jacob fled. After spending 14 years in the academy and 20 years in the house of Laban, …

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Jewish Inspiration Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Navigating Life's Turbulent Waves (Parsha Power on Vayishlach) 8:30

5d ago8:30

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Promise yourself an intellectual adventure as we traverse through the Torah portion of Vayishlach in this episode. We'll unearth five life-changing lessons from the high-stakes encounter between Yaakov and his brother Esav. Let's walk together down the spiritual path of acknowledging prayer's potency, emphasizing self-protection, and realizing the …

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Parsha Review Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Parsha In-Focus: Vayishlach - Don't be Good. Be Great. 24:48

2d ago24:48

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Unlock the power of resilience and character development in your life as we navigate through this week's Parsha, Parshas Vayishlach, featuring the tales of Yaakov's encounters with Esav and the Angel. You'll gain invaluable insight into the supernatural struggle between our good and bad inclinations, epitomized by Yaakov's wrestling match with the …

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Jewish Inspiration Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Jewish Pride #4: Pursuit of Authenticity 7:21

6d ago7:21

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How proud are you of your Jewish heritage? Today's episode of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast will help you grasp the profound significance of our Jewish identity. We will start with exploring the unique connective thread we have with God, a direct line that needs no intermediaries, and the timeless wisdom that our Torah offers as a manual for life.…

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcast Collection

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Parsha: Vayishlach - Not Reddy to Change (5782) 44:49

7d ago44:49

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Parshas Vayishlach is an action-packed parsha. After a tension-filled 20 years with Laban, Jacob has to dodge bullets for another parsha. Esau wants to kill him. The angel tries to strike at him the entire night. His daughter Dina is kidnapped and raped, and his sons slaughter the perpetrating city in rage. The bulk of the parsha indeed recounts th…

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Likutei Moharan Podcast · Rabbi Lazer Brody

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Ep. 19 - Holy Humility (Torah 14) 47:35

9d ago47:35

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Why don't folks believe in Hashem? It's because they want to control things. Hashem is showing us right now that neither Biden, Bibi or anyone else is in control - He is. So take a break from current events and come learn Rebbe Nachman's teachings with us. Likutei Moharan is a collection of teachings and insights by Rebbe Nachman of Breslov, encomp…

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcast Collection

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On Altruistic Kidney Donations with Rabbi Moshe Gewirtz 1:25:26

4d ago1:25:26

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Kidneys serve many vital functions. Their primary function is to filter the blood from any toxins or contaminants. Thankfully, the Almighty sends (most of) us to this world with two working kidneys. We have a bit of nephrological redundancy. People who suffer from kidney failure, God forbid, are greatly imperiled. In this podcast, I welcome Rabbi M…

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Jewish Inspiration Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Jewish Pride #3: The Enduring Vibrancy of Torah in Modern Life 13:53

11d ago13:53

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How proud are you of your Jewish heritage? Today's episode of the Jewish Inspiration Podcast will help you grasp the profound significance of our Jewish identity. We will start with exploring the unique connective thread we have with God, a direct line that needs no intermediaries, and the timeless wisdom that our Torah offers as a manual for life.…

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Parsha Review Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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1.8 Parshas Vayishlach Review: The Story of Yaakov and Esav 26:19

9d ago26:19

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This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 1.8) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Vayishlach offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. This episode is dedicated in honor of Ed Hoffman who have been solid stalwarts of TORCH and its mission! 00:00 Parsha Summary 7:50 Important Lessons Segment Download & Print the Parsha…

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Everyday Judaism · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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The Laws of Chanukah 39:32

4d ago39:32

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The Living Jewishly Podcast is dedicated to learning, understanding and appreciating the greatness of Jewish heritage and the Torah through the simplified, concise study of Halacha, Jewish Law, thereby enhancing our understanding of how Hashem wants us to live our daily lives in a Jewish way. In this Living Jewishly Podcast BONUS episode, Rabbi Ary…

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcast Collection

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Parshas Vayishlach (Rebroadcast) 1:00:57

9d ago1:00:57

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After successfully escaping the clutches of his deceptive father in law, Laban, Jacob heads back west to the Land of Canaan, and back to his family. The journey back home was a lot more tumultuous and chaotic than anticipated. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fu…

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Parsha Review Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Parsha In-Focus: Vayeitzei - Different Standards for Jews 12:24

6d ago12:24

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Harness the timeless wisdom of the Torah and explore the profound depths of our faith as we journey with our patriarch, Jacob, in Parshas Vayeitzei. Discover how Jacob's story aligns with Abraham's, unravelling the profound symbolism of Jacob's dream and demystifying the blessing that defines us as a chosen people. Tune in and stand inspired by the…

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcast Collection

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Parsha: Vayeitzei - Rock and Roll 53:45

14d ago53:45

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Jacob undergoes a meteoric transformation in our Parsha. At the onset, Jacob is a 77-year-old penniless bachelor fleeing from his brother Esau's wrath. When the Pasha concludes, Jacob is at the helm of a veritable empire. He has 12 children with his four wives, is enormously wealthy, and is heading back to encounter Esau's rage. How did Jacob manag…

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcast Collection

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History: Hostage Rescues and Ransoms in Jewish History and Law 1:13:58

8d ago1:13:58

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The Jewish people are at war. Our brethren in Israel are in midst of a fierce war in Gaza against the terrorist organization Hamas. The objectives of the campaign are the complete elimination of Hamas leadership and infrastructure, and the safe return of the more than 200 hostages captured by the terrorists on the brutal attacks of October 7th, 202…

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcast Collection

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Parsha: Vayeitzei - Fortune Favors the Bold (5782) 54:33

10d ago54:33

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Jacob's accomplishments in our Parsha are remarkable. At the onset of our parsha, Jacob is a 77 year old bachelor without a penny to his name. Having been robbed clean of all his possessions, Jacob undertook the grandest, most ambitious initiative in human history: the founding of the Jewish nation. In our parsha, he pulls it off. By the time the p…

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcast Collection

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On Parenting in Difficult Times with the PodParents 46:59

17d ago46:59

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Few sequels live up to the high standards set by the original. Podfather Part 2 is an exception to the rule. In this special episode covering a variety of parenting subjects, we hear from both PodParents. My father and my mother - Avi and Faige Wolbe - both joined me in the TORCH Centre to discuss how to address the ongoing Gaza war with our childr…

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcast Collection

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Parshas Vayeitzei (Rebroadcast) 1:03:09

10d ago1:03:09

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Parshas Vayeitzei follows Jacob as he is fleeing from his murderous brother Esau and travels to Charan to the house of Laban, his wily and deceptive uncle, and marries multiple wives and fathers 12 children. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE: Please consider supporting the podcasts by making a donation to help fund our Jewish outre…

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Parsha Review Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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1.7 Parshas Vayeitzei Review: Divine Protection and Righteous Association 28:32

17d ago28:32

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This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 1.7) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Vayeitzei offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. This episode is dedicated in honor of Bruce & Eliana Schimmel who have been solid stalwarts of TORCH and its mission! 00:00 Parsha Summary 5:25 Important Lessons Segment Download & Prin…

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The Shema Podcast for the Perplexed

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Our role in helping the IDF with Eytan Rund, IDF Intelligence Unit 51:47

12d ago51:47

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We've dedicated numerous episodes to exploring our role as Jews in the spiritual struggle against evil. However, it's crucial to consider our hishtadlus (personal effort) in the physical realm of this battle. In this episode, we are privileged to gain insights from Eytan Rund, currently serving in the IDF's intelligence unit. He sheds light on our …

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Likutei Moharan Podcast · Rabbi Lazer Brody

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Ep. 18 - The Peace and the Glory (Torah 14) 53:03

21d ago53:03

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Can there ever possibly be peace in the world? Rebbe Nachman answers an emphatic "yes" and shows each of us what we must do. Likutei Moharan is a collection of teachings and insights by Rebbe Nachman of Breslov, encompassing a wide range of spiritual topics and profound wisdom, offering guidance for personal growth and connection to God. ***** Rabb…

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcast Collection

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Parsha: Toldos - Smoking Camels 1:02:30

13d ago1:02:30

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Two very different boys are born in this week's Parsha. Esau, the older one, is ruddy and hairy and looking for trouble. Jacob, the younger one, is wholesome and righteous. The beginning of our Parsha describe the unusual events surrounding the conception and birth of these two boys. When we read it on a superficial level, it does not immediately r…

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Jewish Inspiration Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Amplifying Your Chanukah: Unraveling the Spiritual Energy and Significance of Lighting the Menorah 30:37

22d ago30:37

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Are you prepared to unearth the profound spiritual energy that the Festival of Lights, Chanukah, brings forth? Join us, as we engage in a deeper understanding of each holiday and the significance of mitzvahs, which are not simply religious rituals, rather, they are the building blocks of our relationship with God. As we prepare our hearts to light …

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Parsha Review Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Parsha In-Focus: Toldos - Building a Strong Spiritual Future 18:19

16d ago18:19

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Imagine for a moment, if every good deed you did was a deposit into a spiritual retirement account, a 'spiritual 401K', storing up your connection with God for the future. That's the fascinating concept we'll be uncovering today, rooted deeply in the story of Jacob and Esav, and their debate over the value of a birthright. We'll dissect their story…

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Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe Podcast Collection

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Ethics: Making Fences (6.6.28) 29:53

14d ago29:53

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Humans are fallible. We are imperfect, yet we are tasked with being the stewards and the guardians of the perfect. We hold the Almighty's Torah in our hands. We are tasked with perpetuating it from generation to generation and with rendering rulings in line with the will of God. The only way that we can stand up to the sacred task is if we make fen…

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Likutei Moharan Podcast · Rabbi Lazer Brody

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Ep. 17 - Into the Fog (Torah 115) 46:06

23d ago46:06

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Life's challenges are like a thick fog. We often can't what's happening and we lack clarity. Most people try to escape the fog. Rebbe Nachman says charge right into it. Likutei Moharan is a collection of teachings and insights by Rebbe Nachman of Breslov, encompassing a wide range of spiritual topics and profound wisdom, offering guidance for perso…

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Jewish Inspiration Podcast · Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe

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Short & Sweet Inspiration: The Month of Kislev 13:38

23d ago13:38

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In this episode, Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe shares a short & sweet idea of inspiration on the power of the month of Kislev, the month of shining our inner light out to the world. This Jewish Inspiration Podcast by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe of TORCH (Ep. #131) is dedicated my dearest friends, Peter Botvin and his incredible wife, Becky! May Hashem bless you and your…

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