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TzfunotJan 08, 2023

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Chavitin: Kohen Gadol and Kohen Hedyot

Chavitin: Kohen Gadol and Kohen Hedyot

Three ways to understand the connection between the Kohen Hedyot and the Korban Chavitin, based on the teachings of the Rebbe in Likkutei Sichot and the Reshimot.

Mar 28, 202417:27
Chavitin: One continuous mitzvah or individual daily mitzvot?

Chavitin: One continuous mitzvah or individual daily mitzvot?

The Rebbe, the Rogatchover and Reb Itsele Ponevezher on the definition of the mitzvah of Korban Chavitin, whether it is one continuous mitzvah or a daily mitzvah renewing itself each day.

Mar 27, 202435:50
Chavitin: Private or Communal Korban?

Chavitin: Private or Communal Korban?

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the definition of Korban Chavitin, and its ramifications when a Kohen Gadol passes away and no replacement has been nominated yet; does the responsibility of the Korban fall on the children or on the community?

Mar 27, 202401:33:03
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 9: “Love your fellow as yourself”

Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 9: “Love your fellow as yourself”

What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah'? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi?

A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply them further to explanations of Rashi on the Torah.

Mar 26, 202431:16
Mordechai and the Children’s Pesukim

Mordechai and the Children’s Pesukim

Is asking a child for a pasuk to guide one’s actions in the future permitted or not? Is it considered prophecy or just a good sign?

Deciphering the Rebbe’s haoros on the different opinions in Halacha, and its ramifications in the stories of Mordechai, Rabbi Yochanan, Rav Sheshes, Acher and Nero Caesar. 

Mar 19, 202401:37:42
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 8: Keturah is Hagar

Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 8: Keturah is Hagar

What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah'? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi?

A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply them further to explanations of Rashi on the Torah.

Mar 15, 202430:05
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 7: The Hidden Question

Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 7: The Hidden Question

What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah'? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi?

A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply them further to explanations of Rashi on the Torah.

Mar 12, 202409:20
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 6: 620 Principles

Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 6: 620 Principles

What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah'? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi?

A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply them further to explanations of Rashi on the Torah.

Mar 12, 202412:45
Bais Hamikdash: Action or Result?

Bais Hamikdash: Action or Result?

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the definition of the mitzvah of binyan Bais Hamikdash, whether it’s about the ‘action of building’, or to ‘have a Mikdash built’, and its ramifications in the avodah of shmiras & bedikas hamikdash, the histalkus of the Rebbe Rashab and our tzipiyah to Moshiach.

Mar 06, 202401:24:11
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 5: The Five Year Old

Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 5: The Five Year Old

What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah'? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi?

A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply them further to explanations of Rashi on the Torah.

Mar 05, 202425:29
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 4: Pashtan or Darshan?

Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 4: Pashtan or Darshan?

What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah'? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi?

A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply them further to explanations of Rashi on the Torah.

Mar 03, 202425:10
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 3: Pardes of Torah

Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 3: Pardes of Torah

What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah'? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi?

A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply them further to explanations of Rashi on the Torah.

Mar 01, 202417:48
The Halachic Status of Eretz & Bnei Girgashi

The Halachic Status of Eretz & Bnei Girgashi

Deciphering four haoros in the sicha on the Halachic status of the land and the people of Girgashi; suggesting how a possible correction in the order of the haoros, may clarify the Rebbe’s kavanah.

Feb 28, 202401:10:56
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 2: Klalei Rashi

Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 2: Klalei Rashi

What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah'? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi?

A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply them further to explanations of Rashi on the Torah.

Feb 23, 202418:46
Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 1: Rabban Shel Yisrael

Rashi’s Methodology | Ep. 1: Rabban Shel Yisrael

What is unique about Rashi’s commentary to the Torah? What is the meaning of 'Peshuto shel Mikrah'? What is the Rebbe’s novel method in studying Rashi?

A new course exploring the novel approach to Rashi’s methodology on the Torah, as introduced by the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

This course will analyze the ‘Klalei Rashi’ (principles and methods of Rashi study), and will guide students on how to apply them further to explanations of Rashi on the Torah.

Feb 22, 202413:23
Bigdei Kehunah: For the Avodah or is there a purpose in the beged itself? | Ep. 3

Bigdei Kehunah: For the Avodah or is there a purpose in the beged itself? | Ep. 3

The Rebbe, the Rogatchover and Rabbi Yossef Engel on the definition and purpose of the Bigdei Kehunah, and its ramifications in the situation of a Kohen missing a beged while in the Heichal.

Feb 20, 202428:12
Bigdei Kehunah: For the Avodah or is there a purpose in the beged itself? | Ep. 2

Bigdei Kehunah: For the Avodah or is there a purpose in the beged itself? | Ep. 2

The Rebbe, the Rogatchover and Rabbi Yossef Engel on the definition and purpose of the Bigdei Kehunah, and its ramifications in the situation of a Kohen missing a beged while in the Heichal.

Feb 19, 202423:37
Bigdei Kehunah: For the Avodah or is there a purpose in the beged itself? | Ep. 1

Bigdei Kehunah: For the Avodah or is there a purpose in the beged itself? | Ep. 1

The Rebbe, the Rogatchover and Rabbi Yossef Engel on the definition and purpose of the Bigdei Kehunah, and its ramifications in the situation of a Kohen missing a beged while in the Heichal.

Feb 19, 202433:35
Shlomo Hamelech, Yoshiyahu and the Aron Hakodesh

Shlomo Hamelech, Yoshiyahu and the Aron Hakodesh

Analyzing a ksav yad kodesh of the Rebbe in response to questions asked on the sicha, revealing how the main chiddush of the sicha on the second location of the Aron Hakodesh was based on a brief note and a few “עיינים” of the Rogatchover. 

Feb 18, 202401:18:17
Aron Hakodesh: If the “who” hid the Aron depends on “where”

Aron Hakodesh: If the “who” hid the Aron depends on “where”

The Rebbe vs. the Yaavatz if the “who” hid the Aron depends on “where” the Aron was placed — under the Kodesh Hakodashim, the Lishkat Haeitzim, or in Bavel.
Feb 15, 202437:11
Le Rabbi sur les contributions du Michkan | Épisode 4

Le Rabbi sur les contributions du Michkan | Épisode 4

Cette série approfondie en quatre parties la si'ha du Rabbi de Loubavitch sur le Rachi dans la Paracha Teroumah - ויקחו לי תרומה : לי לשמי (Likoutei Si'hot vol. 16, Teroumah 1).

Plus précisément, nous explorerons trois iyounim qui peuvent être expliqués sur la base de l’approche du Rabbi concernant l’explication de Rachi.

Feb 14, 202445:34
Le Rabbi sur les contributions du Michkan | Épisode 3

Le Rabbi sur les contributions du Michkan | Épisode 3

Cette série approfondie en quatre parties la si'ha du Rabbi de Loubavitch sur le Rachi dans la Paracha Teroumah - ויקחו לי תרומה : לי לשמי (Likoutei Si'hot vol. 16, Teroumah 1).

Plus précisément, nous explorerons trois iyounim qui peuvent être expliqués sur la base de l’approche du Rabbi concernant l’explication de Rachi.

Feb 13, 202425:24
Le Rabbi sur les contributions du Michkan | Épisode 2

Le Rabbi sur les contributions du Michkan | Épisode 2

Cette série approfondie en quatre parties la si'ha du Rabbi de Loubavitch sur le Rachi dans la Paracha Teroumah - ויקחו לי תרומה : לי לשמי (Likoutei Si'hot vol. 16, Teroumah 1).

Plus précisément, nous explorerons trois iyounim qui peuvent être expliqués sur la base de l’approche du Rabbi concernant l’explication de Rachi.

Feb 12, 202417:26
Le Rabbi sur les contributions du Michkan | Épisode 1

Le Rabbi sur les contributions du Michkan | Épisode 1

Cette série approfondie en quatre parties la si'ha du Rabbi de Loubavitch sur le Rachi dans la Paracha Teroumah - ויקחו לי תרומה : לי לשמי (Likoutei Si'hot vol. 16, Teroumah 1).

Plus précisément, nous explorerons trois iyounim qui peuvent être expliqués sur la base de l’approche du Rabbi concernant l’explication de Rachi.


Feb 11, 202408:50
Three Definitions to Kiddush & Havdalah

Three Definitions to Kiddush & Havdalah

This shiur will analyze three definitions to the mitzvah of Kiddush & Havdalah, and several ramifications evolving thereof, based on the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe (Likkutei Sichot, vol 31, Yitro 2).
Feb 08, 202448:23
The Rogatchover vs. Plato: ‘Animal plus’ or ‘Mentsh’?

The Rogatchover vs. Plato: ‘Animal plus’ or ‘Mentsh’?

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the concept of the ‘added quality’, whether it ‘sits on top’ of the original reality, or transforms it into a brand new entity, and its ramifications in Halacha, Jewish philosophy and Chassidut. 

Feb 04, 202449:47
Rogatchover on Bet Din Majority: 2 vs 1; 2 or 3? | Ep. 2

Rogatchover on Bet Din Majority: 2 vs 1; 2 or 3? | Ep. 2

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the definition of the majority principle in court decisions; whether the minority opinion still holds in some form, it is cancelled altogether, or the minority in fact joins the majority.

Jan 31, 202401:03:04
Rogatchover on Bet Din Majority: 2 vs 1; 2 or 3? | Ep. 1

Rogatchover on Bet Din Majority: 2 vs 1; 2 or 3? | Ep. 1

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the definition of the majority principle in court decisions; whether the minority opinion still holds in some form, it is cancelled altogether, or the minority in fact joins the majority. 

Jan 31, 202443:41
Rogatchover on Hefker: Ownerless or Global Ownership? | Episode 3

Rogatchover on Hefker: Ownerless or Global Ownership? | Episode 3

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the definition of ‘hefker’ and its ramifications in the laws of Pesach, Techumin and what to do with the Tzemach Tzedeck’s candies ahead of Pesach.
Jan 23, 202409:25
Rogatchover on Hefker: Ownerless or Global Ownership? | Episode 2

Rogatchover on Hefker: Ownerless or Global Ownership? | Episode 2

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the definition of ‘hefker’ and its ramifications in the laws of Pesach, Techumin and what to do with the Tzemach Tzedeck’s candies ahead of Pesach.
Jan 22, 202401:19:25
Rogatchover on Hefker: Ownerless or Global Ownership? | Episode 1

Rogatchover on Hefker: Ownerless or Global Ownership? | Episode 1

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the definition of ‘hefker’ and its ramifications in the laws of Pesach, Techumin and what to do with the Tzemach Tzedeck’s candies ahead of Pesach.
Jan 21, 202425:37
Chametz & Hefker: The Alter Rebbe’s Shita | Episode 2

Chametz & Hefker: The Alter Rebbe’s Shita | Episode 2

This shiur will analyze the Alter Rebbe’s opinion with regards to making chametz Hefker before Pesach, and suggest two possible related diyukim in the Rebbe’s footnotes of the sicha (Likkutei Sichot, Vol 16, Bo-10 Shevat).

Jan 16, 202450:02
Chametz & Hefker: The Alter Rebbe’s Shita | Episode 1

Chametz & Hefker: The Alter Rebbe’s Shita | Episode 1

This shiur will analyze the Alter Rebbe’s opinion with regards to making chametz Hefker before Pesach, and suggest two possible related diyukim in the Rebbe’s footnotes of the sicha (Likkutei Sichot, Vol 16, Bo-10 Shevat).

Jan 14, 202449:11
Shlichut | Episode 3: Four Ramifications

Shlichut | Episode 3: Four Ramifications

This three-part series will explore the principle of Shlichut in Jewish law and its Talmudic definition.

Jan 11, 202426:11
Shlichut | Episode 2: Two Definitions

Shlichut | Episode 2: Two Definitions

This three-part series will explore the principle of Shlichut in Jewish law and its Talmudic definition.

Jan 03, 202417:31
Shlichut | Episode 1: Can you be in two places at once?

Shlichut | Episode 1: Can you be in two places at once?

This three-part series will explore the principle of Shlichut in Jewish law and its Talmudic definition.

Dec 31, 202328:04
Deciphering an עיין שם of the Rogatchover

Deciphering an עיין שם of the Rogatchover

One of the most common expression in the Rogatchover's writing, perhaps the most common one, is the term עיין שם.

While analyzing the texts of the Rambam in the laws of Taanit and its source in the Tosefta, this episode will present the Rebbe's explanation to one of the עיין שם of the Rogatchover.

Dec 20, 202301:09:09
Mishpat Shlomo | Episode 3: Mother-in-Law & Daughter-in-Law

Mishpat Shlomo | Episode 3: Mother-in-Law & Daughter-in-Law

This three-part series will present a Halachic analysis of the famous court case of Shlomo Hamelech in the story of the two women and the baby.

The story is recorded in sefer melachim, and as a rare occurrence, is read this year (5784) in the haftarah of parshat miketz.

Dec 14, 202325:20
Mishpat Shlomo | Episode 2: The Great Wisdom of Shlomo Hamelech

Mishpat Shlomo | Episode 2: The Great Wisdom of Shlomo Hamelech

This three-part series will present a Halachic analysis of the famous court case of Shlomo Hamelech in the story of the two women and the baby.

The story is recorded in sefer melachim, and as a rare occurrence, is read this year (5784) in the haftarah of parshat miketz.

Dec 13, 202316:11
Mishpat Shlomo | Episode 1: The Story and Three Questions

Mishpat Shlomo | Episode 1: The Story and Three Questions

This three-part series will present a Halachic analysis of the famous court case of Shlomo Hamelech in the story of the two women and the baby.

The story is recorded in sefer melachim, and as a rare occurrence, is read this year (5784) in the haftarah of parshat miketz.

Dec 12, 202319:27
Pach Hashemen: What exactly happened?

Pach Hashemen: What exactly happened?

What exactly happened during the daytime? Is the mitzvah “to light” the menorah or that the candles “should be lit”? And are the eight days of chanukah considered “one” mitzvah or “eight separate” mitzvos?

An in-depth analysis of the Rebbe’s chiddush in the miracle of Chanukah, and how it differs from an approach seemingly already mentioned by the acharonim.


Dec 07, 202301:08:13
Osek B'Mitzvah | Episode 5: The Rogatchover's Novel Approach

Osek B'Mitzvah | Episode 5: The Rogatchover's Novel Approach

This five-part series will explore the principle of 'osek b'mitzvah patur min hamitzvah' (i.e. when engaged in performing a mitzvah, one is exempts from fulfilling another mitzvah), and analyze its three Talmudic definitions, including the novel approach of the Rogatchover, rooted in Chassidic philosophy.

Dec 04, 202314:38
Osek B'Mitzvah | Episode 4: Two Definitions and Three Ramifications

Osek B'Mitzvah | Episode 4: Two Definitions and Three Ramifications

This five-part series will explore the principle of 'osek b'mitzvah patur min hamitzvah' (i.e. when engaged in performing a mitzvah, one is exempts from fulfilling another mitzvah), and analyze its three Talmudic definitions, including the novel approach of the Rogatchover, rooted in Chassidic philosophy.

Dec 03, 202315:10
Osek B'Mitzvah | Episode 3: Two Definitions of 'Petur'

Osek B'Mitzvah | Episode 3: Two Definitions of 'Petur'

This five-part series will explore the principle of 'osek b'mitzvah patur min hamitzvah' (i.e. when engaged in performing a mitzvah, one is exempts from fulfilling another mitzvah), and analyze its three Talmudic definitions, including the novel approach of the Rogatchover, rooted in Chassidic philosophy.

Dec 01, 202311:33
Osek B'Mitzvah | Episode 2: Two Questions

Osek B'Mitzvah | Episode 2: Two Questions

This five-part series will explore the principle of 'osek b'mitzvah patur min hamitzvah' (i.e. when engaged in performing a mitzvah, one is exempts from fulfilling another mitzvah), and analyze its three Talmudic definitions, including the novel approach of the Rogatchover, rooted in Chassidic philosophy.

Nov 29, 202320:48
Osek B'Mitzvah | Episode 1: The Principle and the Source

Osek B'Mitzvah | Episode 1: The Principle and the Source

This five-part series will explore the principle of 'osek b'mitzvah patur min hamitzvah' (i.e. when engaged in performing a mitzvah, one is exempts from fulfilling another mitzvah), and analyze its three Talmudic definitions, including the novel approach of the Rogatchover, rooted in Chassidic philosophy.

Nov 27, 202317:09
Chinuch | Episode 3: Matan Torah, Mishkan and Chinuch

Chinuch | Episode 3: Matan Torah, Mishkan and Chinuch

Defining the Halachic obligation of chinuch based on the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. In this final episode in the series we will present the second approach.

Nov 21, 202324:20
Chinuch | Episode 2: Is an invalid etrog ok for chinuch?

Chinuch | Episode 2: Is an invalid etrog ok for chinuch?

Defining the Halachic obligation of chinuch based on the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. In this episode we will present the first approach.

Nov 17, 202318:25
Chinuch | Episode 1: Is Jewish Education a Mitzvah?

Chinuch | Episode 1: Is Jewish Education a Mitzvah?

Defining the Halachic obligation of chinuch based on the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe.

Nov 16, 202316:45
Rogatchover on Milah: One-Time or Recurring Mitzvah? | Episode 3

Rogatchover on Milah: One-Time or Recurring Mitzvah? | Episode 3

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the concept of “peulah nimshechet” (recurring action), and its ramifications in the Brit Milah of Avraham Avinu, David Hamelech and the Rebbe Rashab.
Nov 02, 202319:02