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| Parshat Mishpatim: The Seventh Point |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In discussing this weeks`s parsha, Parshat Mishpatim, Rabbi Reichman relays the laws of a Jewish servant and provides a critical perspective on our relationship with G-d and the Torah. |
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Class Number: 1 of 42
Time: 00:20
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| Parshat Mishpatim: G-d's Emblem of Truth |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Reichman discusses this week's Torah portion, Parshat Mishpatim, in accordance with the interpretation of the Shem MiShmuel. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 2 of 42
Time: 48:06
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| Parshat Terumah: The Mishkan |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In his shiur on Parshat Terumah, Rabbi Reichman discusses the concept of the Mishkan as the physical representative of our connection to the One Above. |
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Class Number: 3 of 42
Time: 50:26
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| Parshat Tetzavah: Losing the Self |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In discussing Parshat Tetzaveh, Rabbi Reichman analyzes the making of the Menorah in the Mishkan and provides insight into our ultimate relationship with G-d. |
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Class Number: 4 of 42
Time: 00:00
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| Parshat Tetzaveh: Spiritual Clothing |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this shiur (Torah class) on Parshat Tetzaveh, Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the clothing of the Kohen Gadol. The Shem MiShmuel explains the significance of these unique garments. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 5 of 42
Time: 162:44
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| Parshat Ki Tisa: Bound to Our Creator |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| Parshat Ki Tisa contains a puzzling passage referring to the Tefillin of G-d. The Shem Mishmuel explains this allegory in terms of the Jewish people's complete connection to their Creator. |
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Class Number: 6 of 42
Time: 43:46
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| Parshat Ki Tisa: Mind and Heart Connection |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| Parshat Vayakhel: The Secret of One |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses how this week's Torah reading involves the prohibition of work on Shabbat. Through a unique understanding of the sin of the Golden Calf, the Shem Mishmuel understands the essence of Shabbat. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 8 of 42
Time: 46:48
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| Parshat Shekalim: Love and Fear |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| Rabbi Hershel Reichman talks about the position of Parshat Shekalim in the Jewish Calender and provides insight into the dual nature of our relationship with G-d.This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 9 of 42
Time: 45:26
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| Parshat Vayikra: Giving for G-d |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses Moshe's unique characteristic- his ability to give all for the Almighty. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 10 of 42
Time: 55:10
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| Parshat Tzav: Inner Service of G-d |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| Parshat Tzav relays the importance of the inner spiritual service of G-d. |
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Class Number: 11 of 42
Time: 44:32
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| Parshat Shemini: Moshe and Aharon - Two Forms of Strength |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this Torah shiur (class) Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the Shem Mishmuel which compares Moshe and Aharon's styles of leadership and spirituality, invoking lessons of our own spiritual methods. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 12 of 42
Time: 56:00
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| Parshat Tazriah: Fresh Beginnings |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this shiur (Torah class) Rabbi Reichman discusses how this week's parsha,Parshat Tazriah teaches us about our constant relationship with Hashem. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 13 of 42
Time: 160:49
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| Parshat Metzorah: Seeing the Good |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| Rabbi Hershel Reichman explains that through a unique understanding of the affliction of tzaraas, Shem MiShmuel expounds on fundamental ideas of how to view our fellow Jew. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 14 of 42
Time: 49:12
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| Parshat Acharei Mot: Fear before Love |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| Rabbi Hershel Reichman teaches Parshat Acharei Mot which deals with the deaths of Aharon HaCohen's sons, Nadav and Avihu. The Shem MiShmuel learns lessons of our approach to G-d from their untimely deaths. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 15 of 42
Time: 45:00
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| Parshat Kedoshim: Pathways to Holiness |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Reichman uses the interpretation of the Shem MiShmuel to explain the commandment of "Kedoshim Tihiyu," (Be Holy) as a specific pathway of achieving holiness. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 16 of 42
Time: 42:38
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| Parshat Emor: Bridging the Gap |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| Based on the double usage of the instruction to tell the Kohanim in the first passuk, Rabbi Reichman discusses the connection between intellect and emotion and how to bridge the gap. |
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Class Number: 17 of 42
Time: 50:17
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| Parshat Behar: Personal and Communal Commitment to Torah |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this shiur (Torah class) Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the Shem MiShmuel's comparison between shemitah and yovel and explains the difference between the individual's and the community's commitment to Torah. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 18 of 42
Time: 49:51
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| Parshat Behar: Relinquishing the I |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| Rabbi Reichman continues his discussion of the Shem MiShmuel's theme of the individual vs. the community, focusing on how the individual manages to be part of the community without losing his self. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 19 of 42
Time: 53:37
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| Parshat Bechukotai: Blessings of Torah |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In Parshat Bechukotai, the Torah lists the rewards for following in Hashem's path. While discussing this week's parsha, Rabbi Reichman uses the commentary of the Shem MiShmuel to explain these rewards and what exactly is incumbent upon us. |
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Class Number: 20 of 42
Time: 45:49
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| Parshat Bamidbar: Unique but United |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| The Shem MiShmuel explains in reference to this week's parsha the unique connection every Jew has to the entire Jewish People |
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Class Number: 21 of 42
Time: 45:43
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| Parshat Nasso: Fighting Evil |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this Torah class on Parshat Nasso, Rabbi Hershel Reichman uses a Chassidic approach based on the Shem MiSHmuel,to explain the differences of service of G-d among the sons of Levi. |
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Class Number: 22 of 42
Time: 45:36
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| Parshat Behaalotcha: Aharon's Unique Mission |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| Rabbi Reichman discusses Aharon and Hashem's interchange, in this week's Parsha, regarding his service in the Mishkan, based on the Shem Mishmuel's understanding of the essence of a Kohen's role among the Jewish People. This
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Class Number: 23 of 42
Time: 51:30
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| Parshat Shelach: Simple Faith |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses this week's Torah portion, Parshat Shlach, in which the tragic episode of the meraglim, spies takes place. Rabbi Reichman, based on the Shem MiShmuel, explains the underpinnings of sin of the spies and the Jewish People. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 24 of 42
Time: 51:25
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| Parshat Korach: Bedrock of Faith |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this Torah shiur (class) Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses this week's Torah portion, Parshat Korach, in which we read of the rebellion of Korach. Rabbi Reichman gives a deeper, Chassidic understanding of Korach's actions and thoughts, based on the Shem MiShmuel. This
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Class Number: 25 of 42
Time: 51:30
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| Parshat Chukat: Miracles of Faith |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the complex episode of mei meriva, which cost Moshe Rabbeinu entrance to the land of Israel, is explained by Rabbi Hershel Reichman as a product of the dual nature of miracles. This
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Class Number: 26 of 42
Time: 52:48
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| Parshat Chukat: The Destiny of Yisrael and Edom |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| Rabbi Hershel Reichman gives a Chassidic explanation on the relationship between Bnei Yisrael and Edom, based on the natures of Yaakov and Yisrael. |
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Class Number: 27 of 42
Time: 50:42
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| Parshat Balak: Bringing Spirituality into the Mundane |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the weekly Torah portion Rabbi Hershel Reichman explains the hatred Balak and Bilaam had towards the Jewish People, based on the explanation of the Shem MiShmuel. This
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Class Number: 28 of 42
Time: 46:50
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| Parshat Pinchas: Leader of the Nation |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses week's parsha in which the the qualifications a leader of the Jewish nation must posses is explained. Rabbi Reichman explains these qualifications based on the Shem MiShmuel. This
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Class Number: 30 of 42
Time: 43:27
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| Parshat Matot: The Power of Speech |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this class on Parshat Matot, Rabbi Hershel Reichman talks about the Shem Mishmuel's discussion of the Torah law permitting personal vows and promises. These personal nedarim do not violate the commandment not to add any commandments to the Torah. The Shem Mishmuel develops this discussion into an exposition on the power of any words uttered by a Jew. Included in this shiur is a discourse on the two types of holiness, individual and communal, and the two types of Jewish leaders described by the Shem Mishmuel. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 31 of 42
Time: 55:32
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| Parshat Matos: The Three Levels of the Jewish Soul |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this class on Parshat Matos, Rabbi Hershel Reichman explains how one perfects every level of the Jewish soul. He then discusses how the Jewish holidays focus on the various aspects of the soul. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 32 of 42
Time: 50:41
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| Parshat Masei: Two Approaches to Evil |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this week's Parsha, Parshat Masei, Rabbi Hershel Reichman disucces the significance of the Torah's listing of all of the places where the Jewish People camped during their 40 year sojourn in the desert. The stops in the Desert are symbols of confrontations with evil, either by fleeing from evil or by confronting it. Yosef Hatzadik's test in Egypt can be seen as reflecting the two methods. In conclusion, Rabbi Reichman discusses living in Eretz Yisael and conquering the forces of evil. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 33 of 42
Time: 56:23
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| Parshas Devarim: The Spiritual Wars of Israel |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this class on the Chassidic thought on Parshat Devarim, Rabbi Hershel Reichman elaborates on the interpretations of the Shem Mishmuel to Parshat Devarim. In this shiur, Rabbi Reichman discusses why the appointment of judges is part of the story of the Meraglim, and explains that Jewish wars involve a spiritual war as well as a physical war. Rabbi Reichman expands the topic with an analysis of the two types of yetzer hara, and reveals how the method of defeating all yitzrei hara is commitment to truth. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 34 of 42
Time: 56:16
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| Parshat Eikev: Mind and Heart United |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman teaches Chassidut on the parsha, Parshat Eikev. The elements of mind and heart often conflict with one another. Yet, the Torah teaches how to combine mind and heart creating one powerful drive in the service of G-d. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 35 of 42
Time: 52:05
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| Dwelling of G-d: Shilo vs. Jerusalem |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| This week's Parsha of Re'eh, the Torah discusses a dwelling for G-d within this world. In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Reichman compares the spiritual significance between the Mishkan in Shilo and the Beis HaMikdash in Jerusalem based on the explanation of the Shem Mishmuel. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 36 of 42
Time: 56:10
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| Parshat Shoftim: Shema Yisrael |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| This week's Parsha, Parshat Shoftim, discusses the Torah concept and details of war. Rashi writes that the merit of Shema Yisrael will protect Jewish soldiers. Rabbi Reichman explains this idea, based on the Shem MiShmuel, in terms of the connection between the mind and the heart of every Jew. |
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Class Number: 37 of 42
Time: 49:50
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| Ki Teitzei: The Power of Unity |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman expounds on this week's parsha, Parshat Ki Teizei, based on the Shem MiShmuel, which explains the secret to the Jewish people's success in war as a function of unity within us. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 38 of 42
Time: 50:01
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| Parshat Ki Tavo: Submission to G-d |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman expounds on the idea of bowing before G-d. This discussion is prompted by a difficult Midrash found in reference to this week's parsha, Parshat Ki Tavo. Based on the Shem Mishmuel, this class provides a Chassidic interpretation of an essential act of prayer. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 39 of 42
Time: 55:53
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| Parshat Nitzavim: Steadfast Faith |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman delves into the meaning of the bris (covenant) that takes place between Hashem and the Jewish People, in this week's parsha, Parshat Nitzavim. The Shem MiShmuel explains the underlying essence of the bris as the commitment to Hashem in all circumstances, both positive and negative. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 40 of 42
Time: 48:52
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| Parshat Vayeilech: Causes of Sin |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this shiur(class) Rabbi Hershel Reichman explains an enigmatic Midrash which explains the word Vayeilech as a form of a rebuke. Based on the Shem Mishmuel, Rabbi Reichman launches into a discussion about the causes of sin and how to prevent sinning. |
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Class Number: 41 of 42
Time: 88:46
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| Parshat Haazinu: Beyond Free Will |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman analyzes Moshe Rabbeinu's comparison of Heaven and Earth to fulfilling the Torah's commandments. The Shem MiShmuel explains the symbolism of heaven and Earth as bodies which act completely in accordance with G-d's Will, an ideal which we all aspire to. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 42 of 42
Time: 50:49
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| Parshat Vezot Haberacha: The Look of Moshe Rabbeinu |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses Hashem's offer to Moshe Rabbeinu to look at the Land of Israel. Moshe Rabbeinu's look was not just a physical act; it's spiritual significance is analyzed according to the Shem MiShmuel. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 43 of 42
Time: 47:34
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