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| Responsibilities of Unpaid Guardians, part 1-A. |
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Law and Ethics
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Dayan Shlomo Cohen
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This Torah class (shiur) on monetary halacha, by Dayan Shlomo Cohen, discusses the role and responsibility of one who guards another person's property without pay.
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Time: 43:22
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| Conditional Acquisitions |
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Law and Ethics
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Dayan Shlomo Cohen
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| In this Torah class (shiur) on proper business practices, Rabbi Shlomo Cohen teaches the laws relating to conditional acquisitions of goods or property. Dayan Cohen shows how these laws are relevant to every person through many real-life examples and stories. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 7 of 45
Time: 52:43
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| Buying on Behalf of Others |
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Law and Ethics
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Dayan Shlomo Cohen
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| In this shiur (Torah class) on the halachot of business, Dayan Shlomo Cohen talks about the laws governing buying goods on behalf of someone else and goods on approval. Rabbi Cohen brings the halachot to life with practical, true-to-life examples and fascinating applications of these laws. |
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Class Number: 6 of 45
Time: 48:45
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| End of Zoreia, beginning of Kotzer |
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Hilchot Shabbat VI
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah class (shiur) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson completes his overview of the prohibition of planting (zoreia) on Shabbat, and introduces the next melacha, the prohibition of harvesting (kotzer). This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 9 of 9
Time: 54:03
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| The Acquisition of Tangible Property |
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Law and Ethics
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Dayan Shlomo Cohen
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| In this Torah class (shiur) on the laws of Choshen Mishpat, Dayan Shlomo Cohen explains the laws relating to acquiring tangible property, through the use of stories and examples. |
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Class Number: 5 of 45
Time: 50:23
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| Practical Applications of Zoreia |
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Hilchot Shabbat VI
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah lecture (shiur) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the practical areas where the melacha of zoreia comes up on Shabbos. 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 9
Time: 52:23
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| The Melacha of Zoreia and its Toldot |
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Hilchot Shabbat VI
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson differentiates between the primary prohibition (av melacha) of zoreia and its toldot (subsidiaries). This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 7 of 9
Time: 47:27
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| Priorities in Paying Wages |
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Walk in His Ways: Sefer Ahavat Chessed
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Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg
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| In this shiur (Torah class) on Sefer Ahavat Chesed of the Chofetz Chaim, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg completes section 2 of the sefer, with a discussion of the order of priorities when paying workers. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 15 of 15
Time: 39:42
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| Introduction to Melechet Zoreia |
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Hilchot Shabbat VI
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah class (shiur) on Melechet Zoreia, planting, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson introduces the melacha, prohibited action, with a halachic definition of planting. According to some, zoreia is defined by merely placing seeds in the ground, while others posit that the seeds must take root for zoreia to take place. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 6 of 9
Time: 55:56
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| Sale of Real Estate |
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Law and Ethics
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Dayan Shlomo Cohen
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the halacha of business dealings, Dayan Shlomo Cohen begins the topic of kinyanim, acquisitions, beginning with the acquisition of real estate. |
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Class Number: 4 of 45
Time: 56:22
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| Cash Payments |
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Law and Ethics
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Dayan Shlomo Cohen
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| In this Torah class (shiur) on Jewish monetary law, Dayan Shlomo Cohen explains the laws specific to cash payments. A practical, entertaining, and informative guide to this area of business practice, based on the book Pure Money. |
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Class Number: 3 of 45
Time: 52:49
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| Living with Integrity |
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Law and Ethics
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Dayan Shlomo Cohen
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| Dayan Shlomo Cohen, author of the highly acclaimed series on Jewish Monetary Law, Pure Money, begins a fascinating journey through the foundations and practical applications of ethical financial behavior. |
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Class Number: 1 of 45
Time: 56:58
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| Tofer and Korei'a |
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Hilchot Shabbat VI
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shion Isaacson teaches the practical applications of the melacha of Tofer, sewing and attaching, and introduces the related melacha of korei'a, tearing. 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 9
Time: 46:01
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| Tofer: Sewing and Attaching |
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Hilchot Shabbat VI
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah class (shiur) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson introduces the halachic basis for the melacha, prohibited activity of tofer, sewing. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 4 of 9
Time: 55:32
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| Trapping: Practical Guidelines |
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Hilchot Shabbat VI
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this shiur (Torah class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson completes his survey of the prohibition of trapping any living thing of Shabbat, and its practical applications. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 3 of 9
Time: 53:45
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| The Conceptual Underpinnings of Melechet Tzad |
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Hilchot Shabbat VI
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah class (shiur) on the laws of Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson presents both the theoretical principles and the practical applications of the prohibition of trapping on 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: 2 of 9
Time: 55:06
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| Melechet Tzad |
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Hilchot Shabbat VI
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson begins teaching Hilchot Tzad, trapping or hunting, and its contemporary applications. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 1 of 9
Time: 54:45
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| Illegal Construction: The Laws of Boneh |
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Shabbat Scenarios II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson launches his practical Hilchot Shabbat course with a special live presentation at Beis Tefilla Yona Avraham shul of Ramat Beit Shemesh. In the class, Rav Isaacson and Dr. Edo Lavi discuss the applications of the melacha of Boneh, building on 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: 1 of 1
Time: 58:47
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| Korei'a - Ripping |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah class (shiur) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson introduces the prohibition of tearing on 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: 25 of 25
Time: 54:29
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| A Temporary Dwelling |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this shiur (Torah class) on the laws of Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson provides an overview of the halachot of putting up a temporary dwelling, an ohel arai. 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 25
Time: 54:28
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| Binyan B'Keilim |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In htis Torah class (shiur) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson reviews the halachot relating to building with tools. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 23 of 25
Time: 53:32
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| Boneh: Prohibited Construction |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson introduces the melacha of Boneh, building, both conceptually and practically. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 22 of 25
Time: 50:08
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| The Seven Conditions of Lashon Hara L'toelet |
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Chofetz Chaim: The Laws of Proper Speech
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Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg
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| In this Torah class (shiur) on the laws of proper speech, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg lists and explains the necessary conditions for relating lashon hara. |
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Class Number: 43 of 46
Time: 57:56
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| Hashma'at Kol: Noise on Shabbat |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah class (shiur) on the halachos of Shabbos, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson explains the laws pertaining to making loud noises on Shabbat, such as alarm clocks, clapping and dancing on Shabbos, etc. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 21 of 25
Time: 42:47
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| Applications of Makeh b'Patish |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah class (shiur) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson explains some of the practical examples of finishing items, such as clothing, dishes, and hair. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 20 of 25
Time: 46:45
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| Introduction to Makeh b'Patish |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah class (shiur) on the laws of Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson introduces the last of the 39 melachot (forbidden acts) of Shabbat, Makeh b'patish. Rabbi Isaacson defines the melacha and explains how it is different from other melachot. 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 25
Time: 54:05
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| Makeh B'Patish: Completing a Creative Act |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
begins a new topic, the Melacha of Makeh B'Patish, completing something
unfinished on 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: 18 of 25
Time: 48:20
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| Practical Applications of Amira l'akum |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this shiur, (Torah class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson completes his
discussion of the halachos concerning a non-Jew's performance of
malacha (forbidden activity) on Shabbat on behalf of a Jew. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 17 of 25
Time: 51:17
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| A Non-Jew's Shabbat Labor in the Case of Illness |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
explains the laws governing asking a non-Jew to perfom melacha (a task
forbidden on Shabbat) on behalf of a Jew, in the case of illness which
is not life- threatening. 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 25
Time: 48:14
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| Non-Jewish Labor for a Mitzva |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah class (shiur) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
discusses Amira l'akum, requesting that a non-Jew perform an act which
is prohibited to Jews on Shabbat, in the case when the activity is
necessary for the performance of a Mitzva. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 15 of 25
Time: 52:41
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| Hinting to a Gentile |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah class (shiur) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
discusses hinting to a non-Jew to perform a melacha on behalf of a Jew.
This class also focuses on Amira l'akum in the case of a mitzva. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 14 of 25
Time: 52:47
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| Amira L'Akum, Part 3 |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah class (shiur) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
continues his discussion of the laws of Gentile work on behalf of a Jew
on 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: 13 of 25
Time: 47:27
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| Hallel at the Seder |
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Jewish Calendar III (Pesach-Shavuot)
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the mitzva of reciting Hallel at the Seder. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Time: 34:07
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| The Four Cups |
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Jewish Calendar III (Pesach-Shavuot)
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses some of the halachot and some of the hashkafa surrounding the mitzva of four cups of wine. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Time: 48:26
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| Lechem Oni |
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Jewish Calendar III (Pesach-Shavuot)
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the mitzvah of matza, and the idea of 'lechem oni.' This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Time: 24:40
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| Bundling Mitzvot |
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Jewish Calendar III (Pesach-Shavuot)
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Pesach, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson speaks about the concept of not bundling mitzvot together, which comes up in a number of areas in the Seder. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Time: 47:02
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| Benefitting From a Non-Jew's Work on Shabbat |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson reviews
the laws pertaining to work done by a non-Jew on behalf of a Jew on
Shabbat, and the prohibition for a Jew to benefit from this work. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 12 of 25
Time: 47:35
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| A Non-Jew's Help on Shabbat: Amira L'akum |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Isaacson
introduces the complex laws of amira l'akum, asking a non-Jew to
perform a melacha, an activity forbidden to Jews, on behalf of a Jew on
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: 11 of 25
Time: 38:48
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| Muktza, Part 10: Moving Muktza Items |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the laws of Shabbat,
Rabbi Shimon Isaacson completes the topic of Muktza items, with a
survey of the methods one may use to move a Muktza item, under specific
conditions. This class primarily focuses on various ways one can
utilize 'tiltul min hatzad', indirectly moving an object. 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 25
Time: 45:58
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| Muktza, Part 9: Unwanted Items |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
presents an overview of the halachot regarding items that are usually
discarded, such as garbage, bones, egg shells, etc. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 9 of 25
Time: 51:53
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| Muktza, Part 8: Basis |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the laws of
Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon
Isaacson continues his overview of the laws of Muktza. Rabbi Isaacson introduces the concept of 'basis l'davar ha'assur,' a base on which one puts an object that it muktza machmat gufo. 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 25
Time: 48:08
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| Muktza, Part 7: Muktza Machmat Gufo, Part II |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the laws of
Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon
Isaacson continues his overview of the laws of Muktza, objects which
may not be moved on Shabbat. This session focuses on items classified
as Muktza Machmas Gufo, an object whose innate function makes it muktza
on 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: 7 of 25
Time: 49:17
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| Muktza, Part 6: Muktza Machmat Gufo |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the laws of Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon
Isaacson continues his overview of the laws of Muktza, objects which
may not be moved on Shabbat. This session focuses on items classified
as Muktza Machmas Gufo, an object whose innate function makes it muktza
on 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: 6 of 25
Time: 46:06
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| Laws of Muktza, Part 5 |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this shiur (Torah class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
discusses the laws pertaining to moving expensive or valuable objects
on Shabbat, Muktza machmas chisaron kis. 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 25
Time: 46:51
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| Muktza, Part 4 |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
continues to define the laws of Muktza, as they relate to a kli
shemlachto l'heter (an object whose primary use in permitted on
Shabbat) and muktza machmat chisaron kis (an object which is especially
valuable). This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 4 of 25
Time: 49:07
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| Muktza, Part 3 |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shababt, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
describes the laws relating to an object whose primary use is
prohibited on Shabbat, and an object whose primary function is
permitted on Shabbat (kli shemelachto l'heter). This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 3 of 25
Time: 50:01
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| Categories of Muktza Objects |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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| In
this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
continues his introduction to the laws of Muktza, focusing on the
various categories of Muktza objects and beginning an in-depth
discussion of the kli shem'lachto l'issur, an object whose primary use
is prohibited on 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: 2 of 25
Time: 51:16
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| Kibud Av V'aim |
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Bringing Torah to Life: Deepening our Children's Jewish Experience
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Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller
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| In this Torah shiur (class),
Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller continues her chinuch series, focusing on how
to teach children the mitzva of Kibud Av V'aim, honoring parents. 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 22
Time: 57:45
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| Introduction to Hilchot Muktza |
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Hilchot Shabbat V
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah class on the laws of Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson introduces the Rabbinic prohibition of Muktza. Rabbi Isaacson explains why Chazal, our Sages, instituted this gezera (Rabbinic decree), and what its parameters are. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 1 of 25
Time: 41:38
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| Brushing Teeth on Shabbat |
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Hilchot Shabbat IV
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the eight issues relating to brushing teeth on Shabbos. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 14 of 14
Time: 50:29
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| Overview of Memachek |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson introduces the Av Melacha (primary prohibited activity) of Memachek (smoothing), and its toldah (sub-category) of Memarei'ach (spreading or scraping). The class included a discussion of using ointments on Shabbos. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 13 of 14
Time: 44:24
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| Hanging Up Wet Clothing on Shabbat |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Issacson discusses the prohibition of hanging up wet clothing to dry on Shabbat, as part of the prohibition of marit ayin (giving the impression that one has transgressed a Torah law), as hanging up wet clothes can give the impression that one has recently laundered them. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 12 of 14
Time: 54:40
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| Sechita: The Prohibition of Wringing out Clothing |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson reviews the prohibition of sechita, wringing out a wet garment or fabric, as this act is an integral part of the laundering process. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 11 of 14
Time: 47:57
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| Meat and Fish |
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Michael Taubes discusses the idea of not eating meat together with fish. Based on a vague Gemara, Rabbi Taubes delves into this topic , with practical as well as underlying understandings. 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 17
Time: 37:10
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| Laws of Libun, Part 2: Dry Cleaning |
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Hilchot Shabbat IV
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the laws of Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses whether one can clean a garment without using a liquid medium. 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 14
Time: 47:59
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| Preparing for the Amida |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson discusses the prayers and preparation done before the Shemoneh Esrei, otherwise known as the Amida. The class, based on the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch, includes the individual as well as the shaliach tzibur's preparations. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 11 of 11
Time: 37:10
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| Introduction to Libun: Laundering on Shabbat |
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Hilchot Shabbat IV
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the laws of Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson begins explaining the Shabbos prohibition of cleaning and laundering clothes and fabrics. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 9 of 14
Time: 47:32
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| Mochek: Erasing on Shabbat |
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Hilchot Shabbat IV
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson analyzes the prohibition of erasing on Shabbat, focusing on the issue of cutting cakes with writing. 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 14
Time: 54:12
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| Lashon Hara in the Workplace |
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Chofetz Chaim: The Laws of Proper Speech
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Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Sefer Chofetz Chaim, Rabbi Beinish Ginsburg completes his discussion of klal aleph. This class covers issues of lashon hara in the workplace, hinting at lashon hara, how to give someone tochacha (rebuke) for lashon hara, and when to ask a shaila (halachic question) regarding the laws of lashon hara. |
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Class Number: 17 of 46
Time: 49:15
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| Kotev: Writing in Other Languages |
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Hilchot Shabbat IV
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues his discussion of the prohibition of writing on Shabbat, focusing on the halachic definition of writing in languages other than Hebrew. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 7 of 14
Time: 51:40
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| Practical Applications of Kotev |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the Melacha of Kotev (writing), Rabbi Shimon Isaacson reviews the practical applications of Hilchot Shabbat, including the halachot of making puzzles on Shabbat, writing on cakes, and using a magnet board. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 6 of 14
Time: 48:50
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| Reciting the Shema Prayer |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson learns the details of reciting the Shema 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: 10 of 11
Time: 45:58
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| Practical Aspects of Yichud, Part 3 |
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Rabbi Azarya Berzon
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| In this guest lecture on the laws of Yichud, Rabbi Azarya Berzon, founding Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivat Oz Lamelech www.ozlamelech.com, concludes his discussion of the Halachot and practical applications of the prohibition of seclusion between a man and woman who are not related to each other, focusing on contemporary examples such as elevators, car rides, doctor's offices, etc. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 3 of 0
Time: 41:38
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| Melechet Kotev: Temporary Writing |
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Hilchot Shabbat IV
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the Melacha (Shabbat prohibition) of Kotev, Rabbi SHimon Isaacson explains the need for the writing to be lasting, (kayama) in order for it to be considered a complete Torah transgression. In addition, Rabbi Isaacson examines the issue of writing in other languages. 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 14
Time: 56:39
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| Practical Aspects of Yichud, Part 2 |
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Rabbi Azarya Berzon
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| In this guest lecture on the laws of Yichud, Rabbi Azarya Berzon, founding Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivat Oz Lamelech, www.ozlamelech.com, discusses practical applications of the prohibition of seclusion between a man and woman who are not related to each other, focusing on contemporary examples such as elevators, car rides, doctor's offices, etc. 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 0
Time: 46:33
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| Property Damages |
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Michael Taubes discusses the underlying halachik reasons for the prohibition of damaging someone's property. |
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Class Number: 16 of 17
Time: 49:46
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| The Melacha of Kotev: Engraving |
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Hilchot Shabbat IV
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this shiur (Torah class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson begins teaching the melacha (Shabbat prohibition) of Kotev, writing or engraving. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 4 of 14
Time: 57:00
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| Muktza, Part 3 |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on practical aspects of Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues to explore the laws of muktza, using real objects and hands on situations to illustrate its applications. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video format. |
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Class Number: 25 of 25
Time: 22:29
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| Practical Aspects of Yichud |
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Rabbi Azarya Berzon
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| In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Azarya Berzon, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshivat Oz Lamelech www.ozlamelech.com, gives a guest lecture on the relevant aspects of Yichud in the workplace and other contemporary situations. This class, the first of a two part series on the subject, discusses the Torah and Rabbinic guidelines of Yichud. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 1 of 0
Time: 46:09
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| Applications of the Laws of Muktza, Part 2 |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical applications of Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson, assisted by Dr. Edo Lavi and accompanied by a live audience, continues his exploration of the laws of Muktza. 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 25
Time: 35:40
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| Introduction to Melachot of Kotev and Mochek |
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Hilchot Shabbat IV
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson introduces the melachot (Shabbat prohibitions) of Kotev, writing, and mochek, erasing. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 3 of 14
Time: 59:36
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| Shabbat Kiddush |
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Michael Taubes analyzes the halachic essence of kiddush on Shabbat, both during the night and day. |
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Class Number: 15 of 17
Time: 53:21
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| The Mitzvah of Talmud Torah |
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In honor of the upcoming holiday of Shavuot, in this shiur (Torah class) Rabbi Michael Taubes explores the commandment of learning Torah. Rabbi Taubes explains the source of the mitzvah and discuusses the practical applications. |
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Class Number: 14 of 17
Time: 45:08
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| The Halachot of Shema |
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Practical Judaism II: Basics of Jewish Law and Custom
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson learns the halachot regarding reciting and interrupting the Shema prayer. |
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Class Number: 8 of 11
Time: 38:49
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| Responding During Davening |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson learns the halachot of when one is allowed to respond to the chazzan, while davening. |
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Class Number: 7 of 11
Time: 39:25
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| Practical Applications of the Laws of Muktza |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical applications of Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson begins the laws of Muktza. This class introduces the background to the
prohibition, and uses real objects to demonstrate its application. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 23 of 25
Time: 24:59
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| Adding to Shabbat |
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Michael Taubes discusses the concept of adding time to the beginning and end of Shabbat. He also discusses this idea in terms of Yom Tov and explains the differences. |
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Class Number: 13 of 17
Time: 46:17
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| Melechet Kosher Principles and Applications |
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Hilchot Shabbat IV
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hlchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
looks at the principles and applications of the prohibition of Kosher,
tying knots on 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: 2 of 14
Time: 51:42
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| Writing on Shabbat |
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Michael Taubes explains the halachik nature of writing on Shabbat. |
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Class Number: 12 of 17
Time: 49:06
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| Introduction to Melechet Kosher |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
introduces the Melacha of Kosher, the prohibition of tying a permanent
knot on 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: 1 of 14
Time: 50:00
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| Borer, Part 7 |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this interactive Torah shiur (class) on
Hilchot Shabbat
Rabbi Simon Isaacson and Dr. Edo Lavi demonstrate the principles and
practical applications of the Melacha of Borer, separating. The class
uses real objects and examples from typical home life in illustrating
the halachot (laws). This Torah class is available online in streaming
video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 22 of 25
Time: 42:56
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| The Role of a Chazzan |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson teaches the halachot pertaining to the role of a chazzan, one who leads a congregation in prayer. taken from the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch, these halachot explain the purpose of having a chazzan. |
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Class Number: 6 of 11
Time: 12:53
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| Expanding on a Shabbat Prohibition |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
discusses the concept of Marbeh B'Shiurim, the question of whether one
may expand on a Shabbat prohibition in a situation where it is
permitted. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 20 of 20
Time: 49:30
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| Benefitting from Chillul Shabbat |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson explores the various laws of Maaseh Shabbos, which
discuss whether one can benefit from an act of chillul 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: 19 of 20
Time: 58:45
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| Benefitting from 'Maaseh Shabbos' |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
discusses whether of not it is permissible to benefit or use something
which was created by someone performing a Shabbat prohibition. 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 20
Time: 41:11
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| The Mitzvah of Sefiras HaOmer |
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Jewish Calendar I
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| In this shiur (Torah class),Rabbi Ari Jacobson presents an overview of the mitzva of Sefirat Haomer. Rabbi Jacobson explains the meaning of the mitzva and presents an overview of its related halachot. This
Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in
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Time: 48:49
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| Davening with a Minyan |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson continues learning the topic of a minyan, from the Sefer Kitzur Shulchan Aruch. The class discusses the halachot of who exactly can be counted for a minyan, and which prayers need a minyan to be recited. |
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Class Number: 5 of 11
Time: 37:54
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| Minyan for Kaddish and Kedusha |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson discusses the requirements for a minyan while reciting kaddish and kedusha. |
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Class Number: 4 of 11
Time: 39:11
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| Hatmanah |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
presents the issue of Hatmanah, insulating a food in order to retain
its warmth, on 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: 17 of 20
Time: 53:33
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| Megillah Reading During the Night and Day |
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| In this shiur (Torah class), by Rabbi Michael Taubes, the halchik nature of the Megillah reading is discussed. Rabbi Taubes differentiates between the reading at night and the reading during the day, and why each one is significant. |
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Time: 51:07
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| How to Re-heat Food on Shabbat |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson instructs us on practical ways to warm up food on 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: 16 of 20
Time: 53:25
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| The Halchik Obligation of Krias HaTorah |
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Michael Taubes presents the halachik obligation of listening to the Torah reading on Shabbat. |
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Class Number: 10 of 17
Time: 49:43
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| Catching Up with the Tzibur |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson reviews the halachot from the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch regarding which tefillot (prayers) can be skipped when one comes to shul late and needs to catch up with the congregation. |
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Class Number: 3 of 11
Time: 46:28
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| The Fast of the Firstborns |
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Michael Taubes discusses the fast of the firstborns on Erev Pesach. Rabbi Taubes analyzes the halachik and hashkafic underpinnings, deepening the understanding of the fast's nature. |
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Class Number: 9 of 17
Time: 38:56
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| Melachot D'Rabbanan vs. Gzerot D'Rabbanan |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
analyzes the difference between Melachot D'Rabbanan (Rabbinic Shabbat
Prohibitions) and Gzerot D'Rabbanan (Rabbinic Ordinances), and how it
impacts Shehiya and Chazara. The class also discusses the use of
crockpots on 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: 15 of 20
Time: 51:58
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| Mizmor L'Todah |
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson discusses the short prayer of Mizmor L'Todah. Mizmor L'Todah is a prayer of thanks to G-d, which is recited daily. Rabbi Jacobson discusses the various times one is obligated to formally thank G-d for personal salvation. |
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Class Number: 2 of 11
Time: 47:26
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| Jewish Names |
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Michael Taubes discusses the topic of using a non-Jewish name. This fascinating shiur provides a halchik understanding of common practice. |
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Class Number: 6 of 17
Time: 48:04
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| Pseukei D'Zimra |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson continues learning the halachot (laws) from the Sefer Kitzur Shulachan Aruch. In this class he discusses the halachot of davening pesukei d'zimra. |
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Class Number: 1 of 11
Time: 43:36
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| Introduction to the Laws of Chazara |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this shiur (Torah class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
concludes the laws of shehiya, leaving food on a fire on Shabbat, and
introduces the laws of chazara, returning food onto a fire on 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: 14 of 20
Time: 52:35
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| The Names of G-d |
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Michael Taubes discusses the various names of G-d and when it is appropriate to recite each one. |
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Class Number: 8 of 17
Time: 49:42
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| Shehiya |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the definition of shehiya (leaving food on a flame on Shabbos),
and elaborates on the various types of shehiya. Rabbi Isaacson begins
a discussion of how to apply these principles to using a blech,
hotplate, and oven on Shabbos. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 13 of 20
Time: 03:35
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| Borer, Part 6 |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this interactive Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat
Rabbi Simon Isaacson and Dr. Edo Lavi demonstrate the principles and
practical applications of the Melacha of Borer, separating. The class
uses real objects and examples from typical home life in illustrating
the halachot (laws). This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 21 of 25
Time: 21:33
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| Borer, Part 5 |
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| In this interactive Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat,
Rabbi Simon Isaacson and Dr. Edo Lavi demonstrate the principles and
practical applications of the Melacha of Borer, separating. The class
uses real objects and examples from typical home life in illustrating
the halachot (laws). This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 20 of 25
Time: 18:45
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| Borer, Part 4 |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this interactive Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Simon
Isaacson and Dr. Edo Lavi demonstrate the principles and practical
applications of the Melacha of Borer, separating. The class uses real
objects and examples from typical home life, such as peeling fruits and vegetables, in illustrating the
halachot (laws). 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 25
Time: 18:42
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| Tea on Shabbat |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
discusses how to prepare tea properly on Shabbat, and the prohibition
on Hagasa (stirring) very hot food. This Torah class is available online n streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 12 of 20
Time: 53:30
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| Baruch Shem Kavod Malchuso |
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Contemporary Halacha
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Michael Taubes discusses the fascinating halachik concept of reciting baruch shem kavod malchuso l'olam vaed. This phrase is generally recited after on says Shema as well as after one accidentally begins reciting an unnecessary bracha (blessing). This class focuses on the latter instance, providing an indepth understanding as well as the halchot concerning the phrase. |
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Class Number: 7 of 17
Time: 43:18
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| Borer, Part 3 |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this interactive Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat,
Rabbi Simon Isaacson and Dr. Edo Lavi demonstrate the principles and
practical applications of the Melacha of Borer, separating. The class
uses real objects and examples from typical home life in illustrating
the halachot (laws). 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 25
Time: 03:35
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| Cooking in a Kli Sheini |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
explains why one may not cook in a kli sheni (secondary container), and
reviews the Halachot of 'iruy' (pouring hot liquids). This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 11 of 20
Time: 50:22
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| Responsibility Towards Others |
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Michael Taubes explores the fascinating halachik concept of areivut, responsibility towards others, in regards to mitzvot. |
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Class Number: 5 of 17
Time: 57:10
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| Borer, Part 2 |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this interactive Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat,
Rabbi Simon Isaacson and Dr. Edo Lavi demonstrate the principles and
practical applications of the Melacha of Borer, separating. The class
uses real objects and examples from typical home life, such as assorted cookies, flatware, and socks, in illustrating
the halachot (laws). This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 17 of 25
Time: 20:36
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| Borer, Part 1 |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this interactive Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat,
Rabbi Simon Isaacson and Dr. Edo Lavi demonstrate the principles and
practical applications of the Melacha of Borer, separating. The class
uses real objects and examples from typical home life, such as stacks of books and bowls of fruit, in illustrating
the halachot (laws). 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 25
Time: 20:01
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| Primary and Secondary Vessels |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this shiur (Torah class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues his explanation of the differences between kli rishon and kli sheini. 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 20
Time: 45:47
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| Proper Use of a Synagogue |
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Practical Judaism
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson goes through the halachot (laws)in the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch concerning the proper use of a shul (synagogue). This Torah class is available online for FREE in streaming video and for mp3 and ipod video downloads. |
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Class Number: 15 of 15
Time: 36:12
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| Kli Rishon and Kli Sheini |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this shiur (Torah class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson explains the fundamental differences between kli rishon and kli sheini. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 9 of 20
Time: 43:46
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| Bishul: Three Levels of Transferred Heat |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
discusses the kli rishon (first degree of heated container), kli sheni
(second degree of heated container), and kli shlishi (third degree of
heated container), and explains the Halachot that refer to each, as
regards to cooking or heating food on 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 20
Time: 49:26
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| The Fast of the Tenth of Tevet |
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Jewish Calendar I
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| Using Halacha and Chassidus, Rabbi Hershel Reichman expounds on the differences between the destruction of the First Jewish Temple and the Second Temple. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 10 of 7
Time: 52:16
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| Embarrasing Others |
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Contemporary Halacha
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Michael Taubes discusses the halachot (laws)of how far one must go in order not to embarrass another person. |
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Class Number: 4 of 17
Time: 45:14
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| Respect for a Synagogue |
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Practical Judaism
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shuir (Torah class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson learns the halachot (laws) concerning proper behavior in a shul (synagogue). |
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Class Number: 14 of 15
Time: 43:14
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| Ain Bishul Achar Afiya |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class0 on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
explains the Halachic ruling of Ain Bishul Achar Afiya/Tzliyah. there
is now additional cooking after an item has been baked or roasted, and
how it applies to relevant questionable situations. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 7 of 20
Time: 47:33
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| Dosh/Sechita Demonstrations, Part 3 |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical
applications of Hilchot
Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses more practical examples of
the Melachot (prohibited
activities) of Dosh (threshing), and Sechita (extracting). This class utilizes actual
items such as sponges and baby wipes. This Torah
class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3
and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 15 of 25
Time: 20:20
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| Ein Bishul Achar Bishul |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat,
Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the details for the Halacha that there
cannot be cooking of a previously cooked item, and how the Halacha views
baking after cooking. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 6 of 20
Time: 50:26
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| Mehadrin Min HaMehadrin |
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Jewish Calendar II (Chanukah and Purim)
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this shiur (Torah class), Rabbi Hershel Reichman discusses the halachik concept of mehadrin min mehadrin in relation to the Chanuka menorah. 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 18
Time: 43:15
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| Dosh/Sechita Demonstrations, Part 2 |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical
applications of Hilchot
Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson relates more examples of the Melacha
(prohibited
activity) of Dosh (threshing), and the toldah of sechita (extracting). This class utilizes actual
items, and
discusses permitted and prohibited methods of using them. This Torah
class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3
and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 14 of 25
Time: 24:53
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| Dosh/Sechita Demonstrations |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical applications of Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
introduces the Melacha (prohibited activity) of Dosh (threshing) and the toldah of Sechita (extracting), and
demonstrates practical ramifications of this prohibition. This class, set in a kitchen, utilizes actual
items that one may want to use on Shabbat. This Torah
class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3
and ipod video formats. This Torah class is availabel online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats.
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Class Number: 13 of 25
Time: 17:33
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| Shabbat and Chanuka Lighting |
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Rabbi Hershel Reichman
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| In this Torah shiur (class), Rabbi Hershel Reichmman learns the halachik topic of candle lighting of the menorah right before Shabbat. Delivered in a classroom setting, this shiur provides a elemental understanding of the issue as well as relevant questions. |
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Class Number: 18 of 18
Time: 44:31
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| Kotev and Mochek Demonstrations, Part 3 |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical
applications of Hilchot
Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses more practical examples of
the Melachot (prohibited
activities) of Kotev (writing), and Mochek (erasing). This class utilizes actual
items such as puzzle pieces and food with writing on it. This Torah
class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3
and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 12 of 25
Time: 26:14
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| Kotev and Mochek Demonstrations, Part 2 |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical
applications of Hilchot
Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson relates more examples of the Melachot
(prohibited
activities) of Kotev (writing), and Mochek (erasing). This class utilizes actual
items, and
discusses permitted and prohibited methods of doing so. This Torah
class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3
and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 11 of 25
Time: 16:35
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| The Three Meals of Shabbat |
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Contemporary Halacha
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In this shiur (class), Rabbi Michael Taubes explains the various halachot of the three meals we eat on Shabbat. This class provides the background as well as current halachik scenarios concerning the Shabbat meals. |
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Class Number: 3 of 17
Time: 52:38
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| Kotev and Mochek Demonstrations |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical applications of Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
introduces the Melachot (prohibited activities) of Kotev (writing) and Mochek (erasing), and
demonstrates practical ramifications of this prohibition. This class
utilizes actual
items that one may want to use on 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: 10 of 25
Time: 16:07
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| Bishul of Liquids |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the laws of cooking on Shabbat, focusing on the laws relating to liquid foods. 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 20
Time: 55:38
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| Proper Prayer |
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Practical Judaism
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shiur (class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson presents the halachot (laws) regarding actions before and during the daily prayers. Based on the Kitzur Shulcha Aruch, this class provides a clear framework for our approach to praying before G-d. |
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Class Number: 13 of 15
Time: 43:37
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| Sewing Science: Tofer/Korei'a Demonstrations part 3 |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical applications of Hilchot
Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses more practical examples of the Melacha (prohibited
activity) of Korei'a (tearing), the flip-side of the Melacha of Tofer (sewing). This class utilizes actual
items that one may want to tear on Shabbat for a constructive purpose, and
discusses permitted and prohibited methods of doing so. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 9 of 25
Time: 17:42
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| Sewing Situations: Tofer Demonstrations, Part 2 |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical applications of Hilchot
Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson relates more examples of the Melacha (prohibited
activity) of Tofer (sewing). This class utilizes actual
items that one may want to attach to each other on Shabbat, and
discusses permitted and prohibited methods of doing so. 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 25
Time: 17:17
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| Introduction to Laws of Bishul |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the laws of Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacon discusses the definition of Bishul (cooking) the status of partially cooking food on 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: 4 of 20
Time: 51:15
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| The Prohibition of Tofer/ Sewing: Tofer Demonstrations |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical applications of Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
introduces the Melacha (prohibited activity) of Tofer (sewing), and
demonstrates practical ramifications of this prohibition. This class
utilizes actual
items that one may want to attach to each other on Shabbat, and
discusses permitted and prohibited methods of doing so. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 7 of 25
Time: 18:17
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| Eating Before Davening |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shiur (class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson discusses the prohibition of eating before davening. This class includes the pertinent Halachot concerning Shabbat and women. |
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Class Number: 12 of 15
Time: 39:25
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| The Halachot of an Onan |
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In this shiur (class), Rabbi Michael Taubes discusses the various halachot of an Onan, one whose close relative has passed away and is still not buried. Rabbi Taubes provides a clear and comprehensive overview of the halachot, complete with modern day cases. |
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Class Number: 2 of 17
Time: 46:09
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| Practical Examples of Dosh |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot SHabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
sums up the Melacha of Dosh and its contemporary applications, such as
squeezing fruit and making ice. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 3 of 20
Time: 53:32
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| The Mitzvah of Tochacha |
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Rabbi Michael Taubes
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| In this shiur (class), Rabbi Michael Taubes discusses the often misunderstood mitzvah of Tochacha- rebuke. Rabbi Taubes defines the mitzvah and then explains various Gemaras which explain the parameters of the mitzvah. |
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Class Number: 1 of 17
Time: 46:13
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| Koshair and Matir Demonstrations |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
continues to demonstrate permitted and prohibited
methods of tying on Shabbat. Upon completing this topic, Rabbi
Isaacson begins a discussion and demonstration of the Melacha of Matir,
untying. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 6 of 25
Time: 14:12
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| Melechet Dosh, Part 2 |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the laws of Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
teaches the Melacha of Dosh (literally Threshing), the prohibition of
extracting a desired item from an undesired one . In this class, Rabbi
Isaacson discusses juicing fruit on Shabbat, and whether one can
squeeze a fruit on Shabbat if the liquid is not used. 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 20
Time: 57:28
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| More Koshair Demonstrations |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on the practical applications of Hilchot
Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues to demonstrate permitted and
prohibited methods of tying on Shabbat. This class utilizes actual
items that one may want to tie on Shabbat (such as a man's tie, lace-up
shoes, etc.), and shows exactly how one may tire them on 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: 5 of 25
Time: 16:41
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| Demonstrations of the Melacha of Koshair |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on practical applications of Hilchot
Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson demonstrates various situations relating
to the prohibition of Koshair (Tying). This class utilized actual items
that one may want to tie on Shabbat (such as a garbage bag, woman's
headscarf, etc.), and shows exactly how one may tie them on 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: 4 of 25
Time: 16:18
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| Blessings of the Morning |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shiur (class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson continues with the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch's halachot of saying Birchot HaShachar, the blssings meant specifically for the morning. |
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Class Number: 11 of 15
Time: 41:10
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| Fit to Be Tied: More Applications of the Melacha of Koshair |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this short Torah shiur (class) on the practical applications of
Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues to review the laws of
tying knots on 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: 3 of 25
Time: 20:47
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| Beginning the Melacha of Dosh |
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Hilchot Shabbat III
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Torah shiur (class) on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson begins the Melacha of Dosh, Threshing. This melacha can be understood through a discussion of milking a cow on 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: 1 of 20
Time: 57:55
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| All Tied Up: Applications of the Melacha of Koshair |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this short Torah shiur (class) on the practical applications of
Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses permitted and
prohibited methods of tying knots 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: 2 of 25
Time: 18:25
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| The Prohibition of Tying Knots |
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Shabbat Scenarios
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this short Torah shiur (class) on practical applications of the laws of Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson introduces the Melacha (prohibited action) of Koshair, tying permanent knots on 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: 1 of 25
Time: 16:10
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| Birchat HaTorah |
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Practical Judaism
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shiur (class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson learns the Halachot (laws) pertaining to Birchat HaTorah (blessings of the Torah). while mainly learning from the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch, Rabbi Jacobson provides additional sources and explanations of this area. |
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Class Number: 10 of 15
Time: 45:41
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| Reciting Amen |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| In this shiur (class), Rabbi Ari Jacobson discusses the halachot (Jewish laws) of answering Amen upon
hearing a bracha (blessing). Based on the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch, this class
provides a comprehensive yet basic understanding of the laws regarding
brachot and answering Amen. |
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Class Number: 9 of 15
Time: 46:40
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| One Hundred Brachot |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| Rabbi Jacobson discusses the halacha of completing one hundred brachot a day. Additionally, he explains the halacha of safek brachot l'hakel, what one should do when in doubt of making a bracha. |
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Class Number: 8 of 15
Time: 43:39
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| The Treatment of G-d's Names |
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Practical Judaism
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| Rabbi Jacobson continues discussing proper treatment of Hashem's Names, both spoken and written. Particular emphasis is placed on brachot l'vatala and pages with Hashem's name on it. Interesting facts include the writing of Hashem's name in a foreign language, using Hashem's name in a letter or other correspondence, correct means of disposing of papers with a form of Hashem's name on them, how to handle published Sifrei Kodesh (holy books), and the difference between a bracha l'vatala (a brocha in vain) and a bracha she'eina tzricha (an unnecessary bracha). |
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Class Number: 7 of 15
Time: 58:08
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| Respecting G-d |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| Rabbi Jacobson discusses the prohibition of using G-d's name in vain in various different venues. |
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Class Number: 6 of 15
Time: 43:48
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| Practical Applications of Psik Reisha D'la Nicha Lei |
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Hilchot Shabbat II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In his final class of Hilchot Shabbat II, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
discusses the practical applications of the laws of Psik Reisha D'La
Nicha Lei. Examples such as cutting letters on a cake, turning
refrigerator lights on and off by opening and closing a refrigerator
doors, and eating grapefruit are discussed in this shiur. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 20 of 20
Time: 62:13
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| Overview of Psik Reisha D'la Nicha Lei |
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Hilchot Shabbat II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this class on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson teaches the important Halachic concept of Psik Reisha D' La Nicha Lei, an inevitable performance of a melacha that is not intended by the
person doing the action. The class discusses the Machlokes between
Tosfot and the Aruch about whether or not such actions are permissable
on 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: 19 of 20
Time: 51:22
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| Preparing Oneself for G-d |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| Rabbi Jacobson goes through the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch regarding the preparation and environment for davening. |
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Class Number: 5 of 15
Time: 50:37
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| Violating Shabbos without Intent Part II |
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Hilchot Shabbat II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues his series on Hilchot Shabbat, discussing the Laws pertaining to the unintentional vioaltion of Shabbos. Available online in streaming video, and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 18 of 20
Time: 56:07
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| Violating Shabbos Without Intent Part I |
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Hilchot Shabbat II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Continuing his discussion of Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson concludes his explanation of the laws of Tochain, grinding, and begins an exploration of the laws of Dosh, threshing. He then discusses the laws pertaining to unintentional violation of Shabbos, and its applications. Available online in streaming video, and for download in ipod and mp3 formats. |
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Class Number: 17 of 20
Time: 56:56
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| In the Ways of Gentiles |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| Regarding dressing in the morning, the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch states the prohibition of dressing in the ways of the Gentiles. Rabbi Jacobson expands on this concept with numerous examples to provide a complete picture of the prohibition of "bechukoseihem lo teilechu". Included in this class is a discussion on Thanksgiving dinners and the special laws applying to Left-handed people. |
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Class Number: 3 of 15
Time: 45:02
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| Hilchot Tochain, Part 2 |
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Hilchot Shabbat II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues his explanation of the laws of Tochein, grinding of food, on Shabbos. 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 20
Time: 54:11
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| Conclusion of Borer, Beginning of Tochain |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson finishes his discussion of the laws of Borer on Shabbat, and begins to introduce the melacha of Tochein, grinding. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 15 of 20
Time: 53:27
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| Common Borer Questions |
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Hilchot Shabbat II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Isaacson continues to delve into different aspects of the melacha of Borer, defines what a Halacha calls a 'kli' and what Halacha calls a 'yad', and discusses common Borer questions. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 14 of 20
Time: 55:45
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| The Right Start to Your Day |
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Rabbi Ari Jacobson
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| Rabbi Ari Jacobson begins his course of basic Halacha, starting from the perspectives and actions which should dominate one's morning routine, continuing through the steps involved in preparing for the day. Based on the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch, this class gives a basic yet comprehensive outlook on the halachot of the morning. Included in this class are a discussion on cultivating awareness of G-d, the true definition of a Kiddush Hashem, and the difference between normative Halacha, and the practices known as a middas Chassidus. |
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Class Number: 1 of 15
Time: 45:14
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| Borer While Eating |
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Hilchot Shabbat II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Hilchot Shabbat class, Rabbi Isaacson discusses the heter of separating food while one is eating, such as separating watermelon pits or fish bones. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 13 of 20
Time: 52:56
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| Use of Filters |
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Hilchot Shabbat II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this class on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues his discussion of the laws of Borer on Shabbat, this week discussing the use of water filters on Shabbot, squeezing liquid out of cans, and peeling vegetables. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 12 of 20
Time: 53:56
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| Borer, Part 3 |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this class on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson analyzes the qualifications of a mixture, and examines the halacha when one has two different species of food items. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 11 of 20
Time: 54:09
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| Borer, Part 2 |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this class on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson defines the basic parameters of sorting, and defines what constitutes a mixture. 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 20
Time: 53:35
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| Borer, Part 1 |
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Hilchot Shabbat II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson introduces the melachot of winnowing and selecting. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 9 of 20
Time: 53:01
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| Melachot With A Purpose |
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Hilchot Shabbat II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In his class on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson explains what "Al M'nat" melachot are. 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 20
Time: 55:12
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| Practical Halachot of Gozez |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson examines the practical aspects of the melacha of Gozez, including combing hair on 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: 7 of 20
Time: 54:53
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| Mikvah on Shabbat |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson explains the laws of a woman who forgot to cut her nails before going to the mikvah on Friday night. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 6 of 20
Time: 52:35
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| Gozez |
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Hilchot Shabbat II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues the explanation of "melacha sh'eino tzricha legufah", and how it applies to the melacha of "Gozez" and the prohibition of cutting fingernails on Shabbat. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 5 of 20
Time: 53:53
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| The Nature of Toldos, Part 2 |
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Hilchot Shabbat II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues with an analysis of whether a Toldah is an expansion of the Av or a new creation. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 4 of 20
Time: 56:27
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| The Nature of Toldos Melacha |
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Hilchot Shabbat II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson focuses on the nature of Toldos Melacha. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 3 of 20
Time: 54:02
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| Introduction to Toldos Melacha |
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Hilchot Shabbat II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues the introduction to Avos and Toldos, and introduces the critical concept of 'melechet machshevet.' This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 2 of 20
Time: 52:34
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| Davening With a Shtender |
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Intermediate Gemara: Masechet Brachot II
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Rabbi Moshe N. Reichman
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| Rabbi Moshe N. Reichman examines the halacha that states that one must not have an object between himself and the wall while davening. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 3 of 29
Time: 56:40
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| Introduction to Avot Melachot |
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Hilchot Shabbat II
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson explores whether the Avot Melachot are learned out only from the building of the Mishkan, or also from Avodat HaKorbanot. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 1 of 20
Time: 59:08
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| Final Halachot of Havdala |
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Hilchot Shabbat I
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson explains the halachot of eating before Havdala, the fire, the besamim, and the Melave Malka. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 17 of 17
Time: 55:49
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| Obligation for Separation |
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Hilchot Shabbat I
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the nature of the three day obligation of Havdala, and the laws of Havdala as applied to an 'onen'. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 16 of 17
Time: 53:59
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| Times for Havdala |
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Hilchot Shabbat I
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson examines the latest time to make Havdala and the implications for an 'onen'. This Torah class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 15 of 17
Time: 59:57
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| Havdalah |
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Hilchot Shabbat I
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson analyzes whether Havdalah is a Torah mitzva of a Rabbinic mitzva, and the nature of a woman's obligation in Havdalah. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 14 of 17
Time: 55:45
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| Seudah Shlishit |
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Hilchot Shabbat I
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson explains how Seudah Shlishit differs from the other two meals with regards to the content of the meal, and to someone who forgot the Shabbat insert in benching. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 13 of 17
Time: 55:56
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| Obligation for Three Meals |
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Hilchot Shabbat I
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In his teaching of Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson analyzes the two sources for the obligation to have three meals on Shabbat. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 12 of 17
Time: 54:39
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| Seudat Shabbat |
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Hilchot Shabbat I
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson concludes the discussion of the mitzva of Lechem Mishna, and moves on to the mitzva of having three meals on 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: 11 of 17
Time: 54:05
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| Intro to Lechem Mishna |
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Hilchot Shabbat I
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the obligation to cover the Challah during the recitation of Kiddush, whether Lechem Mishna is a Torah or Rabbinic obligation, and whether Lechem Mishna involves taking two loaves or cutting two loaves. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 10 of 17
Time: 53:36
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| Community Kiddush |
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Hilchot Shabbat I
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this shiur on Hilchot Shabbat, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the laws of Kiddush B'Makom Seudah, and whether one can fulfill the obligation of Kiddush with whiskey. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 9 of 17
Time: 55:59
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| The Laws of Kiddush |
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Hilchot Shabbat I
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the various halachot that pertain to a cup upon which a bracha is made: the procedure for drinking the wine, and how much must be consumed. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 8 of 17
Time: 54:03
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| Halacha Lema'aseh and Minhagim of Kiddush |
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Hilchot Shabbat I
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues his analysis of the mitzvah of Kiddush and moves into an explanation of the various customs associated with it. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 7 of 17
Time: 53:26
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| Introduction to the Mitzvah of Kiddush |
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Hilchot Shabbat I
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson provides a discussion of the components of Kiddush that are D'oraita and the components that are D'rabanan. This class is available online is streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 6 of 17
Time: 55:13
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| Tosefet Shabbat |
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Hilchot Shabbat I
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this Hilchot Shabbat class, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the requirement to add time to Shabbat on Friday evening. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 5 of 17
Time: 0:54
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| Hadlakat Nerot and Tosefet Shabbat |
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Hilchot Shabbat I
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues with his class in Hilchot Shabbat. This week he discusses the laws of hadlakat nerot. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 4 of 17
Time: 1:01
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| Candle Lighting as Kabbalat Shabbat |
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Hilchot Shabbat I
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this shiur, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson discusses the various halacha lemaaseh aspects of Shabbat candle lighting, including whether one can fulfill one's obligation with electric lights. In addition, Rabbi Isaacson analyzes the various opinions regarding whether candle lighting triggers the onset of Shabbat. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 3 of 17
Time: 57:14
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| Kavod Shabbat and Candle Lighting |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| In this shiur, Rabbi Shimon Isaacson continues with the general laws of Honoring Shabbat, and then begins a discussion of the laws of Candle Lighting. Available online on streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod formats. |
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Class Number: 2 of 17
Time: 59:22
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| Personal and Communal Mourning |
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Jewish Calendar I
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Rabbi Avishai David
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| In analyzing our obligation of personal and communal mourning of the Churban (destruction of the Beit HaMikdash), Rabbi Avishai David gives us a legal and philosophical understanding of the Torah's approach to mourning. This class is available online in streaming video and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 28 of 7
Time: 38:58
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| Pesach: Sipur Yetzias Mitzrayim |
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Jewish Calendar II: Purim Pesach and Sefiras Haomer
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Rabbi Avishai David
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| Rabbi Avishai David presents a halachik analysis of the mitzvah of Sipur Yetzias Mitzrayim, telling over the Torah story of our exodus from Egypt. |
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Class Number: 17 of 42
Time: 61:20
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| Distinction between Shabbat and Yom Tov |
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Rabbi Shimon Isaacson
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| Rabbi Shimon Isaacson begins his Hilchot Shabbat class by introducing the mitzvah of Kavod Shabbat- honoring the Sabbath. This class is available online in streaming video, and for download in mp3 and ipod video formats. |
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Class Number: 1 of 17
Time: 47:56
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