Jewish Ideas to Change the World delivers thought-provoking content by leading Jewish thinkers with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. It is produced by Valley Beit Midrash. Valley Beit Midrash (VBM) is dedicated to social justice as driven by Torah ethics. VBM's mission is to improve lives through Jewish learning, direct action, and leadership development. Listen to VBM's other podcasts: • Social Justice in the Parsha (weekly divrei Torah by Rabbi Shmuly Yanklowitz) • Pearls of Jewish Wi ...
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Hadran.org.il is the portal for Daf Yomi studies for women. Hadran.org.il is the first and only site where one can hear a daily Talmud class taught by a woman. The classes are taught in Israel by Rabbanit Michelle Cohen Farber, a graduate of Midreshet Lindenbaum’s scholars program with a BA in Talmud and Tanach from Bar-Ilan University. Michelle has taught Talmud and Halacha at Midreshet Lindenbaum, Pelech high school and MATAN. She lives in Ra’anana with her husband and their five children. ...
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From weekly series examining unique angles on Jews’ place in the world, to inquiries into the details of Jewish text and tradition, Tablet Studios podcasts bring you insight and inspiration for the modern-day Jew. Our shows include How to Be a Jew, Unorthodox, Rootless, Re-Form, and more to come.
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Text based and in depth classes on Tanya with Rabbi Yossi Paltiel
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Holy....! Each week we’ll discuss an episode of ”The Good Place” along with a Jewish text or idea or two that relates to the theme of the episode. Hosted by Jon Spira-Savett, rabbi and lover of great TV comedy and ethical philosophy, along with different co-hosts who teach Judaism and Torah and are smart and funny. We may not be as funny as ”The Good Place” itself, but we channel our own inner Chidis and Janets, as well as our Eleanors and Michaels and Tahanis and Jasons. Subscribe now, chec ...
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Join Rabbi Gavin Michal for a look at some of the lesser-known events, books, and people in Jewish history. New episodes weekly based on articles from the Kotzk Blog, www.kotzkblog.com. This podcast was originated as conversations between Rabbi Gavin Michal and Dr Jordan Wosnick.
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Textual study of the daily section of Tanya, the foundational text of Chassidic philosophy.
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YourTorah is designed as an introduction to the 63 tractates (books) of Mishnah and is taught by women. In each 18 minute podcast you'll find the overview of one tractate, with a sample mishnah and a practical take-away. YourTorah is a project of JOFA UK designed as a special invitation to women & girls to make Torah study ‘their thing’ - though men are of course welcome to join too.
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Exploring Judaism’s key ideas, people, rituals and memory with Rabbi Justin Pines, CEO of JBS. To learn more about JBS, visit JBSTV.org Hinei Ma Tov theme song by Av Vachim
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Ḥoni's Circle is a climate chevruta (partner text study), In which Rabbi Paula Rose and Tamar Libicki explore Jewish texts from the Torah, the Talmud, and Commentaries to grapple with climate change. Rabbi Paula Rose is the associate Rabbi at Congregation Beth Shalom in Seattle, Washington. This Podcast is a project of Congregation Beth Shalom and Ahavat V'Avodat HaAdama, our community's environmental group.
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What if the prophecies you thought were about Jesus… weren’t? In this podcast, Tassja Cadoch—a Jewish convert who grew up Christian—unpacks the Hebrew Bible verse by verse, separating what the text actually says from how it’s been interpreted. With honesty, curiosity, and careful study, each episode examines the tension between Jewish and Christian interpretations of prophecy, Messiah, and salvation. Whether you’re a seeker, skeptic, or believer, this is your place to ask bold questions and ...
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In this special series, TEXTing: IRL – Ideas for Real Life, host Elana Stein Hain sits down with guests who are accomplished practitioners in their fields to explore how classic and modern Jewish texts can help us wrestle with and act with integrity in the face of the big dilemmas of our time. TEXTing: IRL — Ideas for Real Life: Accessible, Relevant, and Deeply Jewish.
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Tattoos And Torah is a podcast dedicated to creating a new voice in recovery. Containing original thinking and practicality which often leads to greater understanding of the human condition and increased gratitude. The focus may be on addiction and recovery but the wisdom is universal. Integrating elements that seemingly don't go with each other the podcast explores recovery, spirituality, wisdom, human connection, lgbtqi+ issues, music, art, fashion and ancient jewish text ( and tattoos too ).
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Learn and experience the ideas of Tanya without the rigorous requirements of text based learning.
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JUDAISM DEMYSTIFIED | A Guide for Today's Perplexed: Torah Foundations, Reason, and Tradition
Ben and Benzi | A Geonic-Maimonidean Approach to Torah Through the Ages and Today
Hosted by lifelong friends Ben Koren and Benzi Siouni, Judaism Demystified was founded to explore topics often overlooked in conventional Jewish education. Through long-form conversations with leading religious thinkers, scientists, and historians, the podcast draws from the Geonic-Maimonidean tradition while embracing the intellectual legacy of Rabbi Sacks. Our goal is to reignite a passion for classical Jewish wisdom, returning to foundational ideas and fostering meaningful engagement with ...
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The Malcolm Gladwell of the Torah -- That’s how listeners describe Madlik™ – where sharp insight meets sacred text. With the curiosity of a cultural critic and the soul of a yeshiva bochur, Madlik ignites Jewish thought from a post-orthodox perspective. Each weekly episode explores the Torah with fresh eyes — drawing unexpected connections, challenging assumptions, and offering a heterodox yet deeply rooted take on halachic and philosophical questions. Born of a lifelong love for Jewish text ...
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Listen to a daily lesson of the Abridged Code of Jewish Law, Kitzur Shulchan Aruch, for approximately 10 minutes a day, and complete it in just one year! The Kitzur Shulchan Aruch is the definitive text for studying all of the basic Jewish laws that are in regular practice today. These classes present an English translation of the Hebrew original. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. The teachings in this class are for study only and should not be considered as a ruling for deciding any speci ...
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Rabbi Gordon studies one chapter a day from Maimonides’ classic legal work of Mishneh Torah. The original Hebrew text is read and then translated and clearly explained in English.
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Holy Land in the Holy Text Podcast: Where we deep dive inside the Jewish Biblical text, the Torah, to discover the secrets, insights, and sources, about the significance of the Land of Israel and how it’s applicable to what’s happening in the world today. I’m Cynthia Hannah, a passionate biblical educator, author, and host of Holy Land in the Holy Text Podcast. Where I share wisdom and insights about the Holy Land, known today as the Land of Israel, that are hidden inside the Jewish biblical ...
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Learn basic Jewish laws and customs to properly observe the Torah traditions, with a touch of some of the underlying halachic reasoning and practical applications, and occasional chassidic insights. This class is based on the text of the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch (the abridged code of Jewish law).
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Getting to the core of the biblical text.
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Jroot Live was formerly known for a long while Jroot Radio. Here's some info from the FB page: Jewish Lectures and Songs 24 hr a Day Listen on the website http://www.JRootlive.com/ [email protected] call the host at: 347-424-3241 you can text 3479278398 Instagram follow @jrootradio
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These classes teach the day’s section of the weekly Torah portion. The lesson is taught using the original Hebrew text with the indispensable commentary of Rashi—both translated and elucidated so that anyone can follow along.
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In this Podcast, Rabbi Zalman Dubinsky shares meaningful insights on Torah, Mitzvot, and all areas related to Jewish Life.
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Learn one page of Talmud each day with Daf Yomi. This series strives to capture the contextual meaning and flow of the Talmudic arguments with the help of manuscripts, structure, and historical background.
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Hosted by Rabbi Dr. Levi Brackman, "Truths: Jewish Wisdom for Today" is an insightful podcast exploring the confluence of religion, science, and philosophy. The podcast serves as a platform for curious minds who value nuance and pursue wisdom. It is not designed for individuals seeking absolute truths or those inclined towards unquestioning religious adherence, but instead for those who traverse our rapidly evolving world as seekers and explorers. With the mission to impart valuable insights ...
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This is the “classic” text-based shiur, covering the entire Sicha, and geared to those familiar with Likkutei Sichos. Following the learning cycle of Project Likkutei Sichos
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This is the “classic” text-based shiur, covering the entire Sicha, and geared to those familiar with Likkutei Sichos. Following the learning cycle of project Likkutei Sichos
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Rabbi Tovia Singer responds directly to the issues raised by missionaries and cults, by exploring Judaism in contradistinction to fundamentalist Christianity and helps us to sort through the maze and mystery of all the confusion in the world today on who
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Join Rabbi Aryeh Shulman, Rosh Kollel Ateres Ami, as he explores this classic text with his trademark clarity and depth.
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“Le juif ne pose pas seulement des questions: il est lui-même devenu question.” (“The Jew not only asks questions: He himself has become a question”) - Edmond Jabès Join hosts Charles Lenchner and Rabbi Joe Schwartz as we ask the great questions of Jewish existence. Our discussions and disagreements will often center around a text or a piece of culture; and our conversations will be joined by essential voices speaking to the questions of our day.
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The BEMA Podcast is a walk-through of the context of the Bible and the Text itself, as well as surrounding history. We deconstruct our common readings of the Bible and attempt to reconstruct them through the lens of historical context. The main body of work is contained in Seasons 1–5, and we encourage you to start with episode 0 (or even -1) and continue in order through episode 204. Beyond that, we explore new topics, revisit old topics, and dive deeper into practical ways of living out th ...
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Ten minutes of daily Mishnah in clear, simple English, focussing on the content and the structure of the text and following the global cycle, finishing the entire Mishnah in January 2028. Running five days/week, the series covers between two and four Mishnayot on every episode. For source sheets and materials, go to www.thedailymishnah.com
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Concise weekly answers to your questions about Judaism. If you are a wondering Jew, visit www.joidenver.com/dearrabbi to submit your own questions.
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Rashi's commentary is an indispensable part of a person's daily studies. His explanation of Chumash, the first five books of the Torah, clarifies the "simple" meaning of the text so that a bright child of five could understand it. At the same time, it is the crucial foundation of some of the most profound legal analysis and mystical discourses that came after it.
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Kotzk Podcast 066: Editing Jewish texts: Between reverence and revision
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54:39Editing Jewish texts: Between reverence and revision (Kotzk blog 524) This episode examines how Isaac Benjacob's edition of 'Shem haGedolim' by the Chida, completely reworks the ethos of the original work. Benjacob's editorial methodology is then highlighted against that of Maimonides.
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Rabbi Gordon studies one chapter a day from Maimonides’ classic legal work of Mishneh Torah. The original Hebrew text is read and then translated and clearly explained in English.By Chabad.org: Yehoshua B. Gordon
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Rabbi Gordon studies one chapter a day from Maimonides’ classic legal work of Mishneh Torah. The original Hebrew text is read and then translated and clearly explained in English.By Chabad.org: Yehoshua B. Gordon
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Textual study of the daily section of Tanya, the foundational text of Chassidic philosophy.By Chabad.org: Yehoshua B. Gordon
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Rashi's commentary is an indispensable part of a person's daily studies. His explanation of Chumash, the first five books of the Torah, clarifies the "simple" meaning of the text so that a bright child of five could understand it. At the same time, it is the crucial foundation of some of the most profound legal analysis and mystical discourses that…
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Rabbi Gordon studies one chapter a day from Maimonides’ classic legal work of Mishneh Torah. The original Hebrew text is read and then translated and clearly explained in English.By Chabad.org: Yehoshua B. Gordon
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Rabbi Gordon studies one chapter a day from Maimonides’ classic legal work of Mishneh Torah. The original Hebrew text is read and then translated and clearly explained in English.By Chabad.org: Yehoshua B. Gordon
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These classes teach the day’s section of the weekly Torah portion. The lesson is taught using the original Hebrew text with the indispensable commentary of Rashi—both translated and elucidated so that anyone can follow along.By Chabad.org: Yehoshua B. Gordon
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The special level of joy on the day of Purim Katan
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Zevachim 13 - Shabbat September 27, 5 Tishrei
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43:17The Mishna teaches that improper intent (lo lishma) during a sin offering or a Pesach offering disqualifies the sacrifice if the intent occurs during one of the key rituals: collecting the blood, walking it to the altar, or applying it to the altar. Rabbi Shimon disagrees regarding the act of carrying the blood, arguing that it is non-essential sin…
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Ben Beteira maintains that a Pesach sacrifice slaughtered with the intent of a different offering on the morning of the fourteenth is also disqualified. Rabbi Elazar, citing Rabbi Oshaya, explains that Ben Beteira considers the morning a valid time for offering the Pesach sacrifice. Although the verse uses the phrase “bein ha’arbayim,” typically un…
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Rashi's commentary is an indispensable part of a person's daily studies. His explanation of Chumash, the first five books of the Torah, clarifies the "simple" meaning of the text so that a bright child of five could understand it. At the same time, it is the crucial foundation of some of the most profound legal analysis and mystical discourses that…
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These classes teach the day’s section of the weekly Torah portion. The lesson is taught using the original Hebrew text with the indispensable commentary of Rashi—both translated and elucidated so that anyone can follow along.By Chabad.org: Yehoshua B. Gordon
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Textual study of the daily section of Tanya, the foundational text of Chassidic philosophy.By Chabad.org: Yehoshua B. Gordon
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Rabbi Gordon studies one chapter a day from Maimonides’ classic legal work of Mishneh Torah. The original Hebrew text is read and then translated and clearly explained in English.By Chabad.org: Yehoshua B. Gordon
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Rabbi Gordon studies one chapter a day from Maimonides’ classic legal work of Mishneh Torah. The original Hebrew text is read and then translated and clearly explained in English.By Chabad.org: Yehoshua B. Gordon
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Rabbi Gordon studies one chapter a day from Maimonides’ classic legal work of Mishneh Torah. The original Hebrew text is read and then translated and clearly explained in English.By Chabad.org: Yehoshua B. Gordon
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Rabbi Gordon studies one chapter a day from Maimonides’ classic legal work of Mishneh Torah. The original Hebrew text is read and then translated and clearly explained in English.By Chabad.org: Yehoshua B. Gordon
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Lessons from Harav Avigdor Miller ztl part 37: Learning to Honor Your Fellow Jew and Other Lessons
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41:48Baruch Hashem today is the 37th part of Lessons from Harav Avigdor Miller ztl. Today sources came from (1) Sichos Yisroel Parshas Emor 5783 from Harav Yisroel Brog title Learning to Honor Your Fellow Jew. (2) Guidebook to gaining True and lasting Happiness by Rabbi BenTzion Greiper page 58-63. (3) Windows of the Soul by Doctor Ezra E Cohen page 18-…
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Lessons from Harav Avigdor Miller ztl part 36: How To Earn and Keep Your Olam Haba and More
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44:10Baruch Hashem here is part 36. In today's lesson the sources are from: (1) Sichos Yisroel by Harav Yisroel Brog Shlita Parashat Tazria Metzora 5783 how to earn and keep your Olam Haba (2) Guidebook to gaining True and lasting Happiness by Rabbi BenTzion Greiper page 51-57. (3) Windows of the soul by Ezra E. Cohen pages 12-18 and (4) Sunset Rav Mill…
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Lessons from Harav Avigdor Miller ztl part 35: Windows of the Soul (New) and More
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30:22Baruch Hashem this is part 35 of Lessons from Harav Avigdor Miller ztl and his talmidim. This video have the start of a new booklet, that is (1) Windows of the Soul by Doctor Ezra E. Cohen page 1-12. Also (2) Guidebook to gaining True and lasting Happiness by Rabbi BenTzion Greiper page 42-50 and (3) Sunset Rav Miller's Final Days page 17-22Publish…
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Brent Billings and Reed Dent gorge themselves on gluttony and its many forms. “Living Lent” by Barbara Cawthorne Crafton in Bread and Wine: Readings for Lent and Easter Glittering Vices by Rebecca Konyndyk DeYoung The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis When Harry Met Sally (1989 film) — JustWatch The Cardinal and the Deadly by Karl Clifton-Soderstrom…
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Study Guide Zevachim 11 The Gemara seeks to find a source for the opinion of the rabbis that the blood of the guilt offering whose blood is brought into the Sanctuary is not disqualified. Why is the guilt offering not treated like the sin offering? After the first attempt by a logical kal v’chomer argument is rejected, they learn it from a drasha f…
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What if our High Holiday rituals are secretly about confronting aging? Aging Gracefully: Rethinking Our Approach to the Elderly As we approach Yom Kippur, a time of reflection and renewal, it's fitting to explore a topic that touches us all: aging. In this episode of Madlik, we delve into the often-overlooked issue of how our society treats and car…
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Rabbi Gordon studies one chapter a day from Maimonides’ classic legal work of Mishneh Torah. The original Hebrew text is read and then translated and clearly explained in English.By Chabad.org: Yehoshua B. Gordon
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