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The Mussar Vaad: Class 14: The Main Thing
Season 1
You are a spiritual being navigating a temporary physical existence in this world. But oh, how easy it is to forget! It’s so tempting to get caught u…
1 year, 3 months ago
Parshas Tetzaveh: Learning to Forgive
Season 1
We often hear about the importance of teshuvah, loving others, and being mevater—essential values for a Torah Jew. But how often do we hear about for…
1 year, 3 months ago
Shmuz 132 Being Human
Season 1
One of the most difficult character traits to work on is humility. Not only is it considered the most praise-worthy of all of the middos, it is the m…
1 year, 3 months ago
Purim: The Story Behind the Story: Part 4: On Death and Dinim
Season 1
In the fourth session on Megillas Esther, Rabbi Shafier brings the conclusion of the Megillah dramatically to life. From Haman’s sudden demise to our…
1 year, 3 months ago
Shmuz 96: Seize the Moment
Season 1
Before Esther went into Achashverosh, Mordechai commanded the Jewish nation to fast for three days. Rashi tells us that those three days included the…
1 year, 3 months ago
Purim- The Story Behind the Story: Part 3: Esther’s Big Deal Request
Season 1
Esther stands at the threshold of the throne room, prepared to forfeit her life in this world and the next.
Instead, she is assisted by three melach…
1 year, 3 months ago
The Shmuz on the Parsha: Parshas Terumah: Hashem's Role/Man's Role- Finding the Balance
Season 1
In this week’s parsha, Hashem explains to Moshe how to make Menorah. But the menorah is made miraculously- so why the explanation?
This question und…
1 year, 3 months ago
The Mussar Vaad: Class 13: Happiness
Season 1
Most people aren't happy. Why not? Even when a person can have all of their physical wants and needs met, they can still feel empty inside. Caveat: W…
1 year, 3 months ago
Purim: The Story Behind the Story: Part 2: Mordechai Won't Wait
Season 1
Mordechai’s timings were extraordinary. He demanded that Esther risk her life and approach Achashverosh, even though Achasverosh was imminently due t…
1 year, 3 months ago
The Shmuz on the Parsha: Mishpatim: Torah is Rocket Fuel for the Soul
Season 1
The Jewish contribution to mankind is astounding. In every industry, in every profession, the Jewish people consistently play a significant role, far…
1 year, 4 months ago