Chassidic story & lesson 🛏️ Even holly sadness has Kelipa! [Sippurei Chassidim, Devarim, Zevin] A Hasidic Story from Ostila for Parshas Devarim In the quiet town of Ostila, lived the saintly Rabbi Yossele, son of the renowned tzaddik from Menasheziz. He was known for his warmth, humility, and unwavering […]
Parshas Devarim – Parsha Bee – Q&A on Parsha
Parsha Bee – Q&A on Parsha 🐝 Parshas Devarim – 50 Q&A 🔹 General Knowledge How many pesukim are in Parshas Devarim? — 105 What is the siman (mnemonic) for the number of pesukim? — מלכיה Which Haftorah is read for Parshas Devarim? — Yeshayahu 1:1–27 How many mitzvos are […]
Parshas Devarim – PDF! Summary, Torah Or, Likkutei Sichos, Video Shiurim; Halachos
Download PDF Parshas Devarim-Summary of Parsha 1. Moshe recounts the past occurrences since Matan Torah: Click Here Parshas Devarim-Parsha Bee Click Here Parshas Devarim-Parsha Insights Not Available Parshas Devarim-Mamar Likkutei Torah Zion is redeemed with Mishpat and Tzedaka Click Here Parshas Devarim-Selected Teachings from Likkutei Torah 1. How does the […]
Taking an easy-fast pill on Shabbos Erev Tishe Beav
Taking an easy-fast pill on Shabbos Erev Tishe Beav Question: May one take a easy-fast pill [Kali Zom] on Shabbos Erev Tishe Beav? Does it transgress taking medicine on Shabbos? Does it transgress preparing for after Shabbos? Answer: It is permitted to do so if it is something you […]
From the Ravs Desk: Latest articles and Q&A [Thursday 6th Menachem Av 5785]
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Summary of the Laws of Tishe Beav
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Daily Tanach Thursday 6th Menachem Av Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 47: The fall and punishment of Babylon
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Daily Chumash Devarim Thursday – Moshe recounts passing the borders of Eisav
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Daily Tanya Thursday 6th Menachem Av Igeres Hakodesh 2: The Danger of Pride in Receiving Kindness
Epistle 2: The Danger of Pride in Receiving Kindness 6th Av Responding to Divine Favors with Humility With every favor bestowed by G-d, a person should become more humble. Being brought closer to G-d requires ever-greater self-effacement, reflecting the principle that “all that are before Him are esteemed as nothing.” […]
The Arizal’s Mikveh – History, Background, Teshuvah, Kohanim
The Arizal’s Mikveh:[1] History of Arizal: Rabbi Isaac Luria, known as the Arizal, was born in Jerusalem in 1534 (ה׳רצ״ד) to Rabbi Shlomo Luria. His background was a blend of Ashkenazi and Sefardi heritage: his father descended from Ashkenazi lineage, while his mother came from a Sefardi family.[2] According to […]
Daily Tanach Wednesday 5th Menachem Av Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 46: A call to give up idol worship
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Daily Chumash Devarim Wednesday – The aftermath of the spy incident and the failed battle
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Daily Tanya Wednesday 5th Menachem Av Igeres Hakodesh 1 Part 3: Accountability for Prayer Diligence
Who Should Lead Prayer on Weekdays During weekdays, those who have free time, such as teachers or individuals supported by their families, should serve as prayer leaders. Businesspeople, who typically lack the time, are generally exempt from this responsibility during the week. The one who leads prayer should be chosen […]
When does changing location require a blessing to be repeated?
When does changing location require a blessing to be repeated Question: I find myself pondering a question that has long perplexed me regarding the laws of brochos over food—and I hope you can share some clarity. Imagine you are in the midst of enjoying a meal, and circumstances require you […]
Pirkeiy Avos on Shabbos Erev Tisha b’Av
Question: In years such as this, 5785, when Tisha b’Av falls after Shabbos should Pirkeiy Avos be recited as usual after Mincha on Shabbos or not? Answer: Indeed, this matter is debated amongst the Poskim without there being any arbitration on this matter, including the Rebbe who although discussed the […]
From the Ravs Desk: Latest articles and Q&A [Tuesday 4th Menachem Av 5785]
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Daily Tanach Tuesday 4th Menachem Av Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 45: The redemption from Babylon and success of Koreish
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Daily Chumash Devarim Tuesday – The incident of the spies
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Daily Tanya Tuesday 4th Menachem Av Igeres Hakodesh 1 Part 2: The Power and Purpose of Torah Study
The Foundation of Faith and Spiritual Strength Faith acts as the support for the intellectual and emotional faculties of the soul, enabling deep contemplation and emotional connection with the Divine. The study of the laws in the Oral Torah is essential, as it reveals the Supreme Divine Will. This study […]
Daily Tanach Monday 3rd Menachem Av Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 44: Assisting the Jewish people and returning the divine presence
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Daily Tanya Monday 3rd Menachem Av Igeres Hakodesh 1: The Power and Purpose of Torah Study
Epistle 1 The Power and Purpose of Torah Study Blessing and Gratitude The epistle begins with a blessing, expressing gratitude to G-d for His goodness and the completion of the Talmud by many communities. This collective accomplishment is acknowledged as a cause for thanks and a request for future strength […]
Daily Chumash Devarim Monday – Appointing judges
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The Seder of Shabbos Erev Tishe Beav – Tishe Beav that falls on Sunday
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Daily Tanach Sunday 2nd Menachem Av Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 43: Redeeming the Jewish people from the Babylonian exile
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Daily Chumash Devarim Sunday – Moshe recounts the past occurrences since Matan Torah
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Daily Tanya Sunday 2nd Menachem Av Igeres Hateshuvah Chapter 12: The Value of Suffering in This World
Chapter 12: 1. The Value of Suffering in This World Suffering experienced in this physical world serves as a tremendous benefit for the soul that has sinned. It acts as a means of spiritual cleansing, sparing the individual from harsher purification in the afterlife (Gehinom). 2. Limitations of Traditional Fasting […]
Parshas Maaseiy – Summary, Torah Or, Likkutei Sichos, Video Shiurim; Halachos
Download PDF Parshas Maaseiy-Summary of Parsha 1) The Travels of Bnei Yisrael 2) Commands associated with the conquer of Eretz Yisrael: 3) The borders of Eretz Yisrael Click Here Parshas Maasei-Parsha Bee Not Available Parshas Maasei-Parsha Insights Not Available Parshas Maasei-Mamar Likkutei Torah The 42 journeys of the jewish people […]
Parshas Matos – Summary, Torah Or, Likkutei Sichos, Video Shiurim; Halachos
Download PDF Parshas Matos-Summary of Parsha 1) The laws of Nedarim 2) Bnei Yisrael wage war against Midian: 3) The laws of Tumas Meis Click Here Parshas Matos-Parsha Bee Not Available Parshas Matos-Parsha Insights Not Available Parshas Matos-Mamar Likkutei Torah The severity of baseless hatred Click Here Parshas Matos-Likkutei Sichos […]
Preparing for the nine days – Matters of preparation applicable prior to the start of the nine days
Preparing for the nine days – Matters of preparation applicable prior to the start of the nine days: Buying and selling: It is permitted to buy and sell all simple and necessary items as usual during the nine days. However, one is not to buy and sell expensive items that […]
Daily Tanach Thursday 28th Tamuz Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 42: The greatness of the Messiah
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Daily Chumash Matos/Maaseiy Thursday – The borders of Eretz Yisrael
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1. Paying attention to the words upon reciting a blessing
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Marrying off a younger child prior to an older child
Marrying off a younger child prior to an older child:[1] The Torah[2] states “It is not done in our area to marry off the younger daughter prior to the older daughter.” Although this statement was made by Lavan, in his scheme to cheat Yaakov out of his obligation to give […]
Chapter 1: The Mitzvah of reciting blessings [Full Chapter]
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7. The styles of blessings
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Daily Tanach Wednesday 27th Tamuz Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 41: A prophecy of encouragement for the Jewish people and chastising to the Gentile nations
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6. The types of blessings – Birchas Hanehnin, Hamitzvos, Hashevach, Hodah, Hatefila
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Daily Chumash Matos/Maaseiy Wednesday – The Travels of Bnei Yisrael
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Daily Tanya Wednesday 27th Tamuz Igeres Hateshuvah Chapter 10 Part 2: The Stages of Divine Connection and Teshuvah
1. Preparation for Prayer: Lower Teshuvah Before engaging in prayer, one should begin with “lower Teshuvah” (repentance), which involves humility and self-reflection. This aligns with the teaching that prayer should be approached “with a heavy head,” signifying submission and readiness to receive Divine mercy. 2. Joy in Prayer: The Role […]
5. Who is obligated to recite blessings – Women, children, converts
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4. The Mitzvah to recite 100 blessings per day
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3. The reason and purpose for saying blessings
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2. History – When were the blessings instituted?
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1. Are Brachos Min Hatorah, Biblical or Derabanon, Rabbinical?
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Kosher Guidelines for Vacation Rentals & Guesthouses – Koshering an Airbnb, Tzimmer, Hotel room
Kosher Guidelines for Vacation Rentals & Guesthouses – Koshering an Airbnb, Tzimmer, Hotel room:[1] A. Introduction: Whether staying in a rental apartment, Tzimmer, or hotel room, maintaining kosher standards while away from home requires careful planning and attention to detail. These accommodations are designed to service guests from all backgrounds, […]
Kosher Guidelines for Vacation Rentals & Guesthouses – Koshering an Airbnb, Tzimmer, Hotel room- Part 2
D. Barbecue Grill and Equipment:[1] When considering the use of a guesthouse barbecue grill it is important to recognize that such grills are typically presumed to be non-kosher due to prior use with non-kosher meats and products including pork and non-slaughtered animal meat. However, this does not mean that all […]
Daily Tanach Tuesday 26th Tamuz Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 40: A prophecy of comfort for the Jewish people
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Daily Tanya Tuesday 26th Tamuz Igeres Hateshuvah Chapter 10: The essence of Teshuvah Ilah
1. The Essence of Teshuvah Ilah (Higher Repentance) Higher repentance is defined as the union of spirit with spirit, achieved through Torah study and acts of loving-kindness. This union draws down Divine influence so that one’s own words become an expression of God’s word, and actions reflect Divine will. 2. […]
Daily Chumash Matos – Maaseiy Tuesday – Bnei Gad and Bnei Reuvein receive the land of Og and Sichon
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0. Introduction to Birchas Hanehnin [Full Chapter]
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Kosher Guidelines for Vacation Rentals & Guesthouses – Koshering an Airbnb, Tzimmer, Hotel room
Kosher Guidelines for Vacation Rentals & Guesthouses – Koshering an Airbnb, Tzimmer, Hotel room:[1] A. Introduction: Whether staying in a rental apartment, Tzimmer, or hotel room, maintaining kosher standards while away from home requires careful planning and attention to detail. These accommodations are designed to service guests from all backgrounds, […]
Daily Tanach Monday 25th Tamuz Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 39: A prophecy of the pillaging of the treasures of Chizkiyah
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Daily Chumash Matos – Maaseiy Monday – Laws of Kashering
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Daily Tanya Monday 25th Tamuz Igeres Hateshuvah Chapter 9: The Concept of Teshuvah Ilah
Chapter 9: The Higher Repentance (Teshuvah Ilah) 1. The Concept of Teshuvah Ilah (Higher Repentance) Teshuvah Ilah, as explained in the Zohar, is a profound spiritual return marked by deep contemplation of God’s greatness, leading to intellectual and emotional reverence and love for the Divine. 2. Spiritual Reconnection […]
Woman after birth fasting on Tishe Beav – Within 30 days and past 30 days
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May one have surgery during the three weeks?
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12C. Chazan accidentally skipped Birchas Kohanim
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From the Ravs Desk: Latest articles and Q&A [Sunday 24th Tamuz 5785]
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Daily Tanach Sunday 24th Tamuz Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 38: The illness of Chizkiyah and his Cure
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Daily Tanya Sunday 24th Tamuz Igeres Hateshuvah Chapter 8 Part 2: True repentance enables reconnection
1. Restoration of the Soul After one’s spirit is purified, one’s soul can return to God, ascending higher and reconnecting with its divine source much as it was before being sent into the physical world. 2. The Process of Complete Repentance True repentance enables this reconnection and is considered a […]
Daily Chumash Matos – Maaseiy Sunday – The laws of Nedarim
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The nine days – Laws & Customs – Summary
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Parshas Pinchas – Parsha Bee – Q&A on Parsha
Parsha Bee – Q&A on Parsha How many verses are in Parshas Pinchas? A: There are 168 verses in Parshas Pinchas. What is the Haftorah for Parshas Pinchas? A: It is from Melachim 1, 18:46-19:21. How many mitzvot are listed in Parshas Pinchas? A: Six mitzvot—six positive and zero negative. […]
Parshas Pinchas-Summary, Torah Or, Likkutei Sichos, Video Shiurim; Halachos
Download PDF Parshas Pinchas-Summary of Parsha 1) Pinchas is blessed with priesthood 2) Moshe is commanded to take vengeance against the Midianites 3) Moshe is commanded to take vengeance against the Midianites Click Here Parshas Pinchas-Parsha Bee Click Here Parshas Pinchas-Parsha Insights The Gilgulim of Dina and Shechem and Zimri […]
Extinguishing the match after lighting candles, before saying the blessing
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Daily Tanach Thursday 21st Tamuz Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 37 Part 2: The fall of Sancheirev
* The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer Buy Now-The Tanach Summary Series Purchase on our website Sign up for Daily link via Whatsapp Sponsor an Episode The prayer of Chizkiyah: Chizkiyah then prayed to G-d as follows: You O G-d the G-d of Israel who is […]
Daily Chumash Thursday Pinchas – The Tamid sacrifice
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Daily Tanya Thursday 21st Tamuz Igeres Hateshuvah Chapter 7 Part 2: How to be brokenhearted-Fasting and Cheshbon Nefesh
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Swimming during the three weeks if one did not go swimming beforehand
Question: Is there any source for the concept that if you didn’t go swimming before the three weeks then you’re not allowed to go swimming during the three weeks? Answer: No, there is no source for this concept and it is a mistaken custom and there is hence no […]
From the Ravs Desk: Latest articles and Q&A [Wednesday 21st Tamuz 5785]
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Matters of Sakana during the three weeks-Swimming, Traveling, Trips, surgery
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Daily Tanach Wednesday 20th Tamuz Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 37 Part 1: Yeshayahu prophesies to Chizkiyah of the fall of Sancheirev
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Daily Chumash Wednesday Pinchas – Laws of inheritance
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Daily Tanya Wednesday 20th Tamuz Igeres Hateshuvah Chapter 7 Part 1: The two methods of Teshuvah Tatah and returning the lower letter Hei back to its source
20th Tamuz 1. The two methods of Teshuvah Tatah and returning the lower letter Hei back to its source: The true and correct path of arousing the lower level of repentance and returning the lower letter Hei back to its source is accomplishing two methods. 2. The first method-Arousing compassion […]
Hataras Nedarim for Nidrei Issur – Annulling a vow that was made on a Torah prohibition
Question: I am in the process of strengthening myself in Judaism and made a vow that I would not eat nonkosher food. Recently, I see that this is very difficult for me to keep to especially in the various localities that I travel to, and would like to know if […]
From the Ravs Desk: Latest articles and Q&A [Tuesday 20th Tamuz 5785]
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Mourning after midday & Learning the laws of Beis Habechira/The Temple
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Daily Tanach Tuesday 19th Tamuz Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 36: The conquest of Judea by Sancheirev and his negotiations with King Chizkiyah
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Daily Chumash Tuesday Pinchas – The tribe of Levi is counted
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Daily Tanya Tuesday 19th Tamuz Igeres Hateshuvah Chapter 6 Part 2: The explanation of why the sinner receives more divine energy when he sins
19th Tamuz The explanation of why the sinner receives more divine energy when he sins: It states that Yaakov is the rope of God’s heritage. This means as follows: Just as when one pulls a rope that extends from above to below, by pulling the area of rope from below […]
May one use an electric kettle found in a hotel room or Airbnb without Kashering?
May one use an electric kettle found in a hotel room or Airbnb without Kashering? Question: Hotel rooms, as well as air B&B and other guest room accommodations usually contain an electric kettle in the room for the sake of heating up water for tea, coffee, and the like. I […]
Wearing the Tallis Katan over an undershirt versus bare skin
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From the Ravs Desk: Latest articles and Q&A [Monday 18th Tamuz 5785]
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Daily Tanach Monday 18th Tamuz Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 35: The joy of the Jewish people over the fall of Edom
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Daily Chumash Monday Pinchas – The Jewish people are counted for the census
*The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Donate Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode Sheiyni Reuvein: Family descendants: Chanoch; Pallu; Chetzron; Carmi Population: […]
Daily Tanya Monday 18th Tamuz Igeres Hateshuvah Chapter 6: Receiving vitality from the side of evil versus from the side of good
1. Receiving vitality from the side of evil versus from the side of good: In times of the temple the Jewish people received their life from the G-dly soul: In the times of the temple when the Shechina resided on it [and was revealed to the whole world to receive […]
From the Ravs Desk: Latest articles and Q&A [Sunday 17th Tamuz 5785]
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Accidentally ate on Fast Day
https://vimeo.com/198540887 One forgot and ate or drank on the fast day:[1] Is he to continue fasting that day?[2] If one ate or drank on a public[3] fast day, he is nevertheless required to continue fasting for the rest of that day, and is forbidden to eat or drink any further. […]
Daily Tanach Sunday 17th Tamuz Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 34: A prophecy of retribution to the Gentiles who oppressed the Jewish people
* The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer Buy Now-The Tanach Summary Series Purchase on our website Sign up for Daily link via Whatsapp Sponsor an Episode Chapter 34: A prophecy of retribution to the Gentiles who oppressed the Jewish people 1. Death of the enemy armies: […]
Daily Chumash Sunday Pinchas – Pinchas is blessed with priesthood
*The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Donate Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode Rishon Pinchas is blessed with priesthood: Hashem said: The […]
Daily Tanya Sunday 17th Tamuz Igeres Hateshuvah Chapter 5 Part 1: Understanding Kares
Chapter 5 1. The Origin and Descent of the Divine Soul The human soul is drawn from the innermost level of Divine speech, referenced as the “upper breath” and symbolized by the lower Hei of the Divine Name. The soul’s descent into the physical body is likened to breath and […]
Parshas Balak – Parsha Bee Q&A
Parshas Balak Q1: What is the name of the Torah portion discussed here? A1: Parshas Balak. Q2: How many verses (pesukim) are there in Parshas Balak? A2: 104 verses. Q3: What is the siman (mnemonic) for Parshas Balak? A3: מנוח. Q4: What is the Haftorah for Parshas Balak? A4: Micha […]
Was Zimri really a sinner? A teaching from the Izhbitzer Rebbe
The first Rebbe of Izhbitz, known as Rabbi Mordechai Yosef Leiner, founded the Chassidic group of Izhbitza-Radzhin, and authored the famous work named “Mei Shiloach.” In this magnum opus he writes in Parshas Vayeira of his commentary that “everything is in the hands of heaven even fear of heaven…. As […]
How Parshas Balak almost became part of the daily Shema
How Parshas Balak almost became part of the daily Shema: The Talmud[1] relates that the sages had originally desired to establish the portion of Balak as the third paragraph of the Shema due to it containing the words Kara Shachav Keari Ukilavi Mi Yekimenu, which refers to the Jewish people […]
Parshas Balak-Summary, Torah Or, Likkutei Sichos, Video Shiurim; Halachos
Parshas Balak-Summary of Parsha 1)Balak requests from Balaam to curse the Jewish people 2) The response of Hashem to Balaam, and Balaam to Balak Click Here Parshas Balak-Parsha Bee Click Here Parshas Balak-Parsha Insights The Gilgulim of Dina and Shechem and Zimri and Kuzbi Click Here Parshas Balak-Mamar Likkutei Torah […]
From the Ravs Desk: Latest articles and Q&A [Thursday 14th Tamuz 5785]
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Buy in Paperback or Kindle [4 Volumes] Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website Join Daily Halacha distribution list Sponsor an Episode Donate Recent Q&A When do the three week regulations begin, the night of the 17th or the next […]
Daily Tanach Thursday 14th Tamuz Sefer Yeshaya Chapter 33: A prophecy regarding Assyria
* The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer Buy Now-The Tanach Summary Series Purchase on our website Sign up for Daily link via Whatsapp Sponsor an Episode Chapter 33: A prophecy regarding Assyria The pillaging of Assyria in revenge for their pillaging: Woe to you king of […]
Daily Tanya Thursday 14th Tamuz Igeres Hateshuvah Chapter 4 Part 2: The difference between the soul and angels, speech and breath
1. The Divine Origin of the Soul The Jewish soul is described as a “portion of the Divine,” referencing the verse “For the Lord’s portion is His people.” The soul’s origin is compared to the act of God “breathing” life into Adam, signifying an intimate and inner connection. 2. Analogy […]
Daily Chumash Thursday Balak – Balaam’s second attempt to curse turns into blessings
*The article below is an excerpt from the above Sefer *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Donate Buy in Paperback or Kindle Buy on Apple Books Purchase on our website Sign up for Daily Distribution Sponsor an Episode Chamishi Balaam’s second attempt to curse turns into blessings: […]
The Proper Preparation for studying Torah with purity
Preparation for studying Torah with purity:[1] For Torah study to have a proper and recognizable spiritual effect on the person who is studying it, it requires prior spiritual preparation. Lack of doing so creates a disconnect between the person and the Torah which he studies, and makes it similar Lehavdil […]

