The Midrash relates that when Moses foresaw that the Holy Temple would be destroyed and
Jews would be unable to offer sacrifices in atonement, he asked G-d: “What will we do
then?” G-d replied: “Jews should gather as one group to recite Selichos, and I will pardon
them.”
The combined parsha of Nitzavim and Vayelech encapsulates two opposite features: Torah’s firm foundation and changing growth, which are both needed in living a life of Torah. They also serve as a preparation for Rosh Hashanah and the entire coming year.
The Chassidic approach to preparing for the High Holidays and the New Year during the month of Elul offers a novel and revolutionary perspective to a time formerly associated with dread, fear and guilt.
The Talmud relates that King David and his general, Yoav Ben Tzeruya, supplemented each other. David was immersed in the study of Torah, while Yoav went out to battle.
Just a month after losing both legs in a mine explosion in southern Syria, Rabbi Liraz Zeira, Chabad emissary to Jerusalem colleges, served as sandek at a brit milah, for the son of a couple whose wedding he had officiated.
Take an exciting trip back in time to the court of King Ahasuerus and his beautiful Jewish wife Queen Esther as you watch the dramatic story of the Jewish victory over Persian persecution. (Please be advised this video may be too graphic for younger kids.)
When Roy employs his friend Marvin to help strike the set of Parshah report in anticipation of the approaching last episode, Jono stages a sit-in. By sitting. In a box.
When Roy employs his friend Marvin to help strike the set of Parshah report in anticipation of the approaching last episode, Jono stages a sit-in. By sitting. In a box.
The parsha of Nitzavim contains 40 verses and the mnemonic is the word ‘levavo’ (his heart). Explore the coded message in the mnemonic and its connection to the general themes of the parshah.
The parsha of Vayelech contains 70 verses (though really only 30) and the mnemonic is the name Adoniyah. Explore the coded message in the mnemonic and its connection to the general themes of the parshah.
Learn why Rashi specifically explains select details when clarifying the verse on the mitzvah to read the Torah during Hakhel. (Based on Likutei Sichos vol. 19 Vayelech sicha 4)
Rosh Hashanah is not just the start of a new calendar year; it is the renewal of G‑d’s interest in our world that comes as a result of our accepting Him as King.
The sages teach that the enlarged letter Lamed in Deut 29:27 "and He cast them into another land" hints to the purpose of exile. How is this connected to the fact that in the following verse, there are precisely 11 dots placed above 11 consecutive letters?
Blessings for success in the practice of law. Every Jew has to prepare their case at this time to be presented before the Heavenly Court on Rosh Hashanah.
A deeper look into the meanings and customs of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year: From crowning G-d as our king to blowing the Shofar and dipping apple into honey.
What is the purpose of the Ten Days of Repentance? Is it a time of solemn introspection or a time of rejoicing? Guest Expert: Rabbi Manis Friedman. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 25)
The three-part structure of the Rosh Hashanah morning prayer service is based upon the three themes of G-d's coronation as King, the memory of His commitment to us, and the sounding of the shofar.
Just a regular, run-of-the-mill Itche Kadoozy video about the meaning of Rosh Hashannah. Except with lots of bee jokes. Don't worry, we made the video and it still doesn't quite make sense to us.
Rosh Hashanah is not just the start of a new calendar year; it is the renewal of G‑d’s interest in our world that comes as a result of our accepting Him as King.
From the story of the prophetess Chanah, we learn the proper way to approach G‑d and express our needs. (A text-based discussion of the first chapter of Samuel I.)
The prophet Isaiah declares: “Seek G‑d when He can be found, call to Him when He is near.” The Talmud explains: “This refers to the Ten Days of Repentance between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.”
This series examines three major themes of the days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur: 1) the coronation of G-d, 2) a time of judgment, and 3) a time for repentance.
Several times a year, the Rebbe would write a "michtav klali", a public letter addressed to "all sons and daughters of Israel wherever they may be." In this lecture, we review one of those letters, a Rosh Hashanah message from 1974
The holiday of Rosh Hashanah marks the New Year, a time of renewal and change; yet the beginning of the yearly cycle also contains the polar theme of steadfast resolve and continuity.
The combined parsha of Nitzavim and Vayelech encapsulates two opposite features: Torah’s firm foundation and changing growth, which are both needed in living a life of Torah. They also serve as a preparation for Rosh Hashanah and the entire coming year.
Ferziger discusses modern Israel's land scarcity issue with regards to burial and a proposed solution called likkut atzamot which echos ancient Jewish burial customs.
Dr. Sher discusses the history of the Rylands library, the various collections of Jewish documents contained there, and iconic jewish manuscripts that can be found there.
Do we know how to fully give gratitude? We can learn it from the mitzvah of Bikurim, the first fruit. Unpack the view of the Sifri vs. the approach of the Talmud. There are two ways to show gratitude to Hashem.
Learning Likutei Sichos vol. 29 Ki Seitzei sicha 3
By Ari Shishler
Is Hashem in breach of his own mitzvah of paying your workers as soon as they complete their work? When we do a mitzvah should we be rewarded immediately?
A closer look into Rambam on what happens when all the justices on the Sanhedrin can’t find anything positive to exonerate the defendant. Can a Jew ever be a truly lost cause?
We all know that Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, but it’s really so much more than apples dipped in honey. Learn all about this profound holiday.
This class focuses on the laws, requirements, and proper techniques for placing a mezuzah on a doorway. The lesson addresses topics such as choosing appropriate cases, determining which rooms and doorframes require a mezuzah, identifying the correct place
In the siyum and end of tractate Taanis, the Gemara encourages to increase learning Torah as the nights become longer. A closer look at the Rambam on meriting the crown of Torah, illuminates why learning Torah at night is transformative.
Tisha b’Av, the ninth of Av, is Judaism’s national day of mourning. Learn the history and significance of this tragic day, and how from the tragedy is planted the seeds of hope.
Hashem wants us to inherit Israel, do we? A deeper understating of Rashi’s commentary teaches us that when we rely on Hashem and declare that Hashem gave us Eretz Yisrael, we are protected and saved in a flash.
The Torah lists the 42 places where the Jewish People journeyed to in the desert. Why does the Torah refer to the destinations where they encamped as journeys? Learn a profound message regarding our mission to always travel higher.
