Best Rabbi David Wein Podcasts (2025)

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R' Moshe Chaim Proctor: The Off The Derech Kid Who Became a Leading Rebbi 50:06

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Moshe Chaim Proctor went off the derech after losing his mother, drowning his anger in basketball courts instead of shul. He was a star athlete who swore off Judaism—until a series of moments flipped his life upside down. Today, that same kid is a rabbi in Jerusalem, teaching the faith he once rejected. Follow him here: https://linktr.ee/moshechaim…

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9/26/25 – Shiur 530 –Is Charlie Kirk in Gan Eden? Who really gets in? | How do we navigate the Issur of לא תחנם? 1:02:24

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Most religions teach that only insiders make it to heaven - what does Judaism really say about the eternal fate of righteous non-Jews? Can someone like Charlie Kirk merit Gan Eden? How do we balance admiration for non-Jews with the Torah’s command of Lo Sechaneim? with Rabbi Efrem Goldberg – Rabbi of Boca Raton Synagogue, Founder Yeshivah of South …

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Time to Wake Up - Rosh Hashanah Sermon | By Rabbi David 28:06

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David: God, I want to build Your house! God: "NO U" David: Awesome! IWASGUNNA… IWASGUNNA… Ole King David, he never said “IWASGUNNA” because he was Heaven-led IWASGUNNA make a house for God to the letter But His building my house is 10 times better IWASGUNNA IWASGUNNA The 5 maidens said IWASGUNNA get some oil I had all these plans that were quickly …

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Choose life and the Power of the Zip | Rabbi Ron & Jill Aaronson 37:44

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Choose Life Have you ever said something that was not heard? How do we know that we have heard the Lord? Are we on track with our first love? This week it was all about listening as we heard from not just one but two special speakers. Rebetzen Jill spoke on the power of the ZIP, and Rabbi Ron Aaronson shared on choosing life.…

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Tribute to Rav Dovid Kamenetsky 46:37

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Torah scholar, author of many acclaimed seforim on the Torah of the Vilna Gaon and others, historian and author of the definitive work on Rav Chaim Ozer Grodzinski, are just a few of the many accomplishments of Rav Dovid Kamenetsky. His untimely passing leaves a void in the realm of his important historical research, but more importantly in what he…

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9/20/25 – Shiur 529 – Rosh Hashana & Yom Kippur Special: Making 5786 into “The Year” 2:10:30

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What’s your favorite Devar Torah for the Yamim Noraim? How can we make our Kabbalos last – and what really works? What’s the most powerful lesson you’ve learned this past year? What do you hope to carry forward into the year ahead? Host: Ari Wasserman, author of the newly published, revised and expanded book Making it Work, on workplace challenges …

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Douglas Murray: What the Antisemites Get Wrong about Am Yisroel 56:40

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Douglas Murray joins to discuss the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the rise of death cult ideology, Israel–America relations, antisemitism from both left and right, and why there’s still hope in a world gone mad. Douglas' new book: https://a.co/d/fzIPZVM ✬ SPONSORS OF THE EPISODE ✬ ► Mantzichim: Chumash of Heroes A beautifully designed Chumash that…

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The Consequence, the Curse and the Calling | Rabbi David 25:36

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Why does God call us to garden in thorns? From Adam to Moses to Messiah, the consequence, the curse, and the calling collide.By Rabbi David Wein

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Tourbites: Paris 44:01

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Aside from the generic tourist attractions & fantastic restaurants, Paris is also rich in Jewish history. Some locations evoke tragedy such as the Drancy transit camp which was the point of deportation during the Holocaust, and the Place Hotel de Ville where the Talmud was burnt on the orders of King Louis IX in 1242. Others are more quaint, such a…

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Shlomo & Galit Horowitz: A Sephardi Widow & Hasidic Divorcee Rebuilding Together 54:27

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Shlomo Horowitz grew up in Israel in the Belz community, and his life shifted after a divorce. Galit, a proud Sephardi, was married to Noam and blessed with twin girls, until tragedy struck and Noam passed away after a long illness. Both Shlomo and Galit had their lives turned upside down - but in Los Angeles, their paths crossed and they built som…

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9/13/25 – Shiur 528 – “The Voice of Awe” – Halachic Debates on Chazanus and the Yamim Noraim 1:57:48

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When does chazanus cross into tircha d’tzibburah? Can a chazan use popular tunes, repeat words, or sing with a choir? Should a professional chazan be hired for the Yamim Noraim, or is simplicity preferred? Is chazanus an ideal form of avodas Hashem — or is it frowned upon? What are the qualifications required of a Yamim Noraim chazan? Host: Ari Was…

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In the Image of the Father (Parshat Ki Teitzei) | Rabbi David 20:36

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In this picture of me and my dad, that toddler doesn’t look a lot like him yet. But today, google photos thinks that’s me on the right. We are made in the image of our Father in heaven, but also, it takes time to grow into His image. To learn more…By Rabbi David Wein

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Book Review: Rav Chaim Ozer Grodzinski Volume II By Rav David Kamenetsky 50:23

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The newly published excellent book in Hebrew about the life and times of Rav Chaim Ozer Grodzinski (1863-1940) by Rav David Kamenetsky, entitled Rav Chaim Ozer Grodzinski: Rabban shel Kol Bnei Hagola Volume 2, is a great contribution to our historical understanding both of this great leader and the entire era in which he operated. This second volum…

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Motty Steinmetz: When Conviction Matters More Than Crowds 59:59

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Motty Steinmetz (מוטי שטיינמץ) is a world-renowned Chassidic Jewish singer from Bnei Brak, cherished for his angelic voice, heartfelt niggunim, and soulful tefillos. Coming from a Vizhnitz chassidic family, he carries the mesorah of Jewish music that connects generations, blending old-world chassidish warmth with contemporary Jewish inspiration. Hi…

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9/6/25 – Shiur 527 – Kosher Kitchen, Treif Business? 1:22:02

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The Torah's obligation to hold oneself higher in business Kiddush Hashem in the workplace Can you make money without cutting corners?Is there a concept of not doing Mitzvos in public that will cause non jews to ridicule us? And Much more...... with Rabbi Naftoli Horowitz – Managing Director at J.P. Morgan and acclaimed author and Lecturer – 15:10 w…

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The Lord is Your Inheritance (Parashat Shoftim) | Rabbi David 29:32

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What would you do if your tribe got no land? How do you survive with no property and no means to produce any food? What if your only inheritance was… God Himself? What does it mean that the Lord is our portion, our cup, our eternal inheritance? This week we’ll explore how the Levites’ “loss” was actually their greatest gain—an inheritance incorrupt…

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Voice of the Silent Generation: The Life & Times of Rabbi Berel Wein 53:16

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The recent passing of Rabbi Berel Wein (1934-2025) is an opportunity to reflect on the Jewish world in which he grew up and later had such a wide impact. A child of Lithuanian immigrants, he grew up at a crossroads of American Jewish history. The children of the immigrant generation were overwhelmingly secularizing, and yet he emerged from the yesh…

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R' Shlomo Nisanov: My Family Vacation Turned into a Nightmare - But I Refuse To Give Up Faith 1:20:15

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Rabbi Shlomo Nisanov opens up about the tragic jet ski accident that took Racheli Nisanov, his young daughter’s, life and how he found faith, strength, and resilience in the aftermath. In this emotional conversation, he shares lessons on grief, parenting, community support, and unshakable belief in God. A powerful story of loss, healing, and hope t…

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8/30/25 – Shiur 526 – The “Epstein Files” – Do we have the right to know if someone is a threat to our community —whether a pedophile, abuser, or swindler? 2:07:35

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What level of proof is required before sounding the alarm? When risks are identified, should they be broadcast widely, or kept within a limited circle? What happens when victims are silenced, ignored, or when abuse is covered up? How can we, as a community, ensure that abuse is never minimized or swept under the rug? What role do journalists, news …

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What are You Building? | Scott Moore 38:27

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What are you building? There is only one foundation on which we build, namely Yeshua the Messiah. Every work will be tested in the Day of Judgment, and every work that endures will produce a reward. As co-laborers with Messiah, we put to death the deeds of our own flesh, walking in the Ruach Elohim, and we build the dwelling place of HaShem with li…

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Be a Desert (Parashat Eikev) | Rabbi David 26:18

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Rabbi David’s Pizza is open for business—where the motto is: “Man does not live on bread alone… but also sauce and some cheese.” From manna in the wilderness to pizza in the promised land, this week’s message reframes the desert: not as the kvetching years, but as the training ground for trust. Join us as we discover why bread isn’t enough—and how …

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Do You Love Me? (Parashat Vaetchanan) | Rabbi David 29:46

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Four words. One question: Do you love Me? Tevye asked it to Golde in Fiddler on the Roof. It was asked on a Galilean beach after the resurrection. How will you respond?By Rabbi David Wein

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Bridge to our Glorious Past: A Tribute to Rabbi Berel Wein 1:06:21

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The recent passing of the great teacher of Jewish history Rabbi Berel Wein (1934-2025) provides a moment to reflect on his historic contribution and trailblazing efforts in bringing Jewish history to the entire world. Due to my personal relationship with Rabbi Wein, this tribute focuses on that relationship, and his influence on me, while exploring…

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Liz Wallenstein: My Stage 4 Cancer Led Me To My Husband 46:11

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Liz Wallenstein’s story is nothing short of breathtaking, from a painful divorce and 16 years of singleness to a shocking stage 4 cancer diagnosis at just 37. Instead of giving up, she turned her struggles into a spiritual mission, discovering resilience, faith, and even finding love and motherhood against all odds. More about Liz here: https://liz…

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8/23/25 – Shiur 525 – UnKosher Competition – The Four Halachic Red Lines in Business You Can’t Cross | Rabbi Berel Wein ZT”L – never published interview | The Headlines Quit Smoking Challenge 1:55:00

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Rabbi Berel Wein ZT”L – never published interview – educating our youth who don’t want to listen with Rabbi Wein – Renowned Rov, Author and Lecturer – 16:03 The Headlines Quit Smoking Challenge – featuring David Kopciel, Stamford Hill, Londonwith David Kopciel – 9:35 UnKosher Competition – The Four Halachic Red Lines in Business You Can’t Cross Whe…

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DJ Hudacris: The Chasidish DJ Battling Anxiety 36:38

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Yehuda Kastel, Hasidic DJ Hudacris, went from spinning at packed parties to battling crippling anxiety that nearly consumed his life. After a terrifying spiral triggered by a bad trip and a Lyme disease scare, he faced the darkest corners of his mind and fought his way back. In this powerful conversation, Yehuda reveals how he confronted his fears,…

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8/16/25 – Shiur 524 – Steal with a Click? The Halachic Ethics of Downloading Music, Seforim, and Media without authorization 56:11

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Can you own intellectual property? Can it be stolen if it's not tangible and there's no act of theft? Do you have to pay for enjoyment? Dina D'Malcusa Dina Aveida M'Daas And much more..... with Rabbi Yosef Dovid Josilowsky – Dayan, Beis HaVaad – 13:10 with Rabbi Chaim Jachter – Rav of Sha’arei Orah in Teaneck, Dayan on the Elizabeth Beis Din – 35:4…

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Or Levy: 491 Days Starving in Gaza & It Was My 1st Time Connecting to Hashem 1:16:51

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Or Levy was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, 2023, and held in Gaza for 491 days. In captivity, he endured relentless starvation, clung to life, and found God in the darkest of places. He did not know that his wife, Einav, had been murdered in the attacks until after his release. When he finally returned home, it was his young son who tried to comf…

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Authenticity, Motive, and Power | Rabbi Dan Juster 43:35

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This week we had one of the fathers of the messianic Jewish movement, Rabbi Dan Juster, share with us some beautiful encouragements. Tune in for reminders about the reality of the Ruach, the remaining distinction between Jews and Gentiles, and the identity of Yeshua as One with the God of Israel.By Rabbi David Wein

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8/9/25 – Shiur 523 – Tznius Standards: Clear Halacha or Personal Interpretation? What’s Required and Why It’s Being Ignored 2:25:12

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What are the minimum requirements of Tznius when it comes to women’s dress? Are the reactions by girls/women when taught Hilchos Tznius any different than for Hilchos Shabbos and the like? What specific things are more difficult for certain women to be responsive to? How should Hilchos Tznius be taught so that it will be accepted? Can up to a Tefac…

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Escapees from the Chelmno Death Camp 1:16:19

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Special Tisha B'av episode: A recording of a live lecture delivered in May 2025 at the Shappell's Darche Noam Yeshiva in Yerushalayim, on the topic of the first Nazi death camp at Chelmno, near Lodz, Poland. The story of the daring escape attempts from this extermination site, and the escapees efforts at spreading the word to their brethren in near…

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Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Where Are We Going? | Rabbi David 18:49

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This Shabbat, journey with us through Parashat Mattot-Massei as we explore the questions: Where do we come from? What are we? Where are we going? In a portion that at first glance seems like just a list of ancient place names, we uncover something: each stop along Israel’s wilderness journey tells a story—of struggle, lessons learned, deliverance, …

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Jess Goldberg: The Fight to Keep My Son Alive..and Finding the Strength to Let Go 1:12:47

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Jessica Goldberg opens up about her son Ori’s 4-year battle for life and the miracles that kept him alive against all odds. From sleepless nights and constant medical emergencies to finding faith and strength when God said it was time to let go, this is a journey of love and resilience. Jess and Ori’s story will leave you inspired and forever chang…

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7/26/25 – Shiur 522 – Smoking and vaping – Is there any heter? What do smokers rely on? 1:38:07

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Do any contemporary Poskim permit smoking? Is vaping halachically better than smoking? What’s the argument that smoking is permitted? What are the risks of second-hand smoking and vaping? If someone already smokes, do they need to quit? How far must a smoker distance himself from others? Host: Ari Wasserman, author of the newly published, revised a…

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A Resilient Agunah: Fighting To Get My Life Back 1:05:47

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In this rare & anonymous audio-only episode, we sit down with an agunah who has been left in limbo—waiting for a get that almost never came. Her story includes twists, betrayals, and moments of unexpected strength. But more than anything, it sheds light on what most people in the community don’t see: the day-to-day reality of being chained to someo…

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R' Yoel Gold: The Mysterious Hunt to Find the Menorah 52:12

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Rabbi Yoel Gold is one of the most beloved storytellers in the Jewish world. He grew up in a Hasidic home, though his family life was shaped by more than tradition—his parents divorced, and that personal journey has added depth and emotion to his words. His stories resonate across generations, weaving together faith, humor, vulnerability, and timel…

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7/19/25 – Shiur 521 – Jew vs. Jew: The Housing Fight Tearing Rockland Apart 1:18:56

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Is it permissible according to Halacha to establish communal guidelines or enactments that restrict the sale or purchase of homes within a defined radius of the community? May a Jew purchase property in a predominantly Jewish neighborhood with the intent to rent it out to non-Jews? Does it matter what type of tenants are placed in the property—for …

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In the House of the Father | Pastor Ossimar Martins 22:13

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This week, Pastor Ossimar shares a compassionate and timely word of comfort: there is security in the house of the Father, through Yeshua.By Rabbi David Wein

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YY & RY Bodek: Living A Beautiful Normal Life Through Blindness & Paralysis 1:11:40

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A couple living with paralysis and blindness share how they navigate faith, family, and community while rejecting the label of “inspiring” that others often place on them. They open up about building a Chasidish family and raising children while redefining independence and identity, showing what it means to live fully even with visible disabilities…

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7/12/25 – Shiur 520 – When is competition allowed and when does it violate “Hasagas Gevul”? 1:33:29

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Can a second business open up next to another and compete? What if the second business will hurt or destroy the first business? What does a Beis Din do when potential Hasagas Gevul issues come before it? How does Hasagas Gevul apply in our modern, large cities nowadays? Is the prohibition of Hasagas Gevul only on the new competitor, or also on thos…

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Decisions Decisions | Lloyd Brown 37:31

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This weeks sermon focuses in our decision making. We can make our own Decisions, reliant on our own wisdom without God and suffer the consequences or as a believer we can carry our heavy burdens for years before yielding our suffering to Yeshua. Whatever you decide, the decision is yours.By Rabbi David Wein

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Rawan Osman: The Muslim Woman (Who Was Pro-Hezbollah) Becoming an Orthodox Jew 1:09:49

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Rawan Osman grew up in a Hezbollah-controlled area in Lebanon and was taught to hate Jews. After meeting Jews in France, she began questioning everything she was taught and started studying Hebrew and Jewish history. Today she works to build dialogue and understanding between Arabs and Jews and supports Israel publicly. Her activism has led to thre…

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7/5/25 – Shiur 519 – Hashgacha Pratis: is Hashem watching over you every minute.. 1:18:21

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The Shitos in the Rishonim The Baal Shem Tov and the Gra's Shita If you hold like the Rambam and the Ramban's Shita are you an Apikorus according to the Gra and Baal Shem Tov Is Hashem busy with the animal kimgdom? Can you do something to someone if it wasn't preordained? Why do bad things happen in the world? What's the point of Hishtadlus if ever…

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Turn The Ship Around (Parshat Korach) | Rabbi David 19:32

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What does it mean to go against the current—to stand for truth when lies are popular, to choose humility when culture celebrates pride, and to pass down blessing even when we’ve inherited brokenness? Listen to Psalm 49—written by the sons of Korach, the very ones who refused to repeat their father’s mistakes. It’s never too late to turn the ship ar…