Sukkot: The Power of Joy Amidst Uncertainty
Sometimes joy seems impossible but true happiness is a commitment to good which can overpower the greatest darkness.
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Bereishis: Renewal, Not Just Survival
The concept of perpetual creation: Existence has no validity on its own and must be renewed each moment.
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Chaya Sarah: Ishmael – How Does it End ?
The story of Ishmael son of Abraham – a story of aggression and banishment, but also a story that concludes with hope and redemption.
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Toldot: The Plot Thickens – Jacob & Esau: Two Nations
How do you reconcile and integrate body and soul, matter and spirit – G-d and the universe? The answer is to infuse matter with spirit.
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Mikeitz: Joseph's Treasure – The Refinement Process Begins
Joseph’s leadership sets the tone and gives direction for the work to come in refining the wealth of sparks in the world today, empowering this generation.
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Vayigash: Joseph & Marx – Work & Alienation
Joseph possessed the unique power to integrate spirit and matter in an imperfect world where materialism dominates. Let us learn how this can be achieved.
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Vayechi: End of Book One – Jacob Never Dies
Jacob and Joseph always remind us that we can overcome any challenge. When we hold onto our faith in G-d and His promises, then we will always prevail.
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Shmos: Entering the Real World
As the Book of Exodus begins, the Jewish plight transforms from local to global. Slavery teaches the nation of suffering and redemption.
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Bo: Water, Egypt & September 11
An exploration of the Kabbalistic meaning of water and Moses’ connection to it. Today, do we feel safest on land or in water?
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Yitro: Skyscraper – Where Heaven Meets Earth
At Mt. Sinai, the physical and spiritual worlds merged. The NYC skyline shows a man-made version of this, yet reminds us of the fragility of man’s work.
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Mishpatim: Is Logic Logical? Our Changing World
A look at logic and superalogic in our world and why we feel connected to each.
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Terumah: The Seventh Generation from Abraham to Moses
Moses, the seventh generation after Abraham, teaches us how to transform the world around us into a home for G-d.
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Veyakhel: Chaos & Redemption
Parshat Veyakhel reveals the third step that empowers one to face any challenge- Exodus from oppression, Torah at Sinai, and building a Mishkan.
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Vayikra: Where Are Our Leaders?
A lack of true leadership in present times may in fact be a call for all citizens of the world to discover the leader within themselves.
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Tazriah-Metzorah: Interesting Paradoxes
The dichotomy between good and evil as well as truth and lies are discussed in the context of current world events and prevailing points of view.
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Emor: Radiant Caution – On War & Love
The concept of loving discipline is examined in contrast to a discipline born out of fear and guilt, which is ultimately ineffective.
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Behar-Bechukotai: The Ultimate Peace Plan
Peace and security are guaranteed if we heed the word of G-d, but when we lose sight of our Divine calling, the world fall into despair and anxiety.
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Shavuot: Esau, Ishmael, & Sinai
G-d approached the nations of the world thousands of years ago and offered them the Torah before being accepted by the Israelites. What are the modern implications of this?
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Bahalotcha: The Journey
The Bible is filled with journeys, the greatest of which isn’t even completed in the 5 books; in this case the destination is created through the journey.
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Matot-Masei: Three Weeks of Pain, Seven of Comfort, & Two of Return
Parshat Matot-Masei: 3 Weeks of Pain, 7 of Comfort & 2 of Return. Understanding the 3 Weeks of mourning in a chassidic discourse by Reb Hillel of Paritch.
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Eikev-Nachamu: From Lebanon to Jerusalem – Diary
As he travels around Israel Rabbi Jacobson rediscovers all the historic sites that the world has tried to bulldoze over.
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Ki-Teitzei: The Seven Weeks of Comfort
Following the three weeks of mourning for the destruction of the Holy Temple, there is a seven week period of comfort which allows us to heal and renew our connection to G-d.
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Rosh Hashanah: New Year 5763
Though the situation may seem grim we have the ability to transform it into a renewal of strength by seeing this for what it really is, a new world.
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Sukkot: Has Anyone Found my Chicken on S. Monica Blvd?
On Sukkot we celebrate the unique opportunity that Yom Kippur offers us; to reconnect with your soul and G-d despite any previous transgressions.
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Bereishit: Passion & Complacency
Let us set the world on fire, the fire of spiritual passion that transforms. Together let us create a true revolution: Passion with poise.
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Noach: The Birth of Nations
Armed with the retrospective wisdom derived from the lessons of history – we must ask ourselves: Have we learned something? Are we listening?
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Lech-Lecha: A Man of Certainty in Uncertain Times
Abraham discovered the only certainty in life: The absolute commitment to your Divine calling, the mission for which you have been uniquely chosen.
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Vayera: G-d Said to Abraham: Kill Me a Son
Let us learn from Abraham and Isaac. When your love is infused with dedication to that which is beyond you, to the eternal – then you and your family too become eternal.
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Chayei Sarah: Eulogy
The Arizal teaches us that each of us is allocated a certain number of Divine sparks that we are meant to elevate in our life journey.
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Vayishlach: Are We Victims?
Prayer is the foundation –Faith then dictates and infuses you with the fortitude to do whatever it takes, everything humanly possible to ensure victory.
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Shmot: The Art of Communication
In Parshat Shmot, Moses becomes the channel through which G/d speaks to Pharaoh and to His people, revealing the secret to communication.
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Vaeirah: Kabbalah of Kabbalah
Kabbalah reveals the secrets of the soul and a level of spirituality that brings vitality to day-to-day religious practices.
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Beshalach: On Faith & Trust
In Parshat Beshalach, the Jewish People reveal their belief in G-d and Moses after hundreds of years in bondage that bolstered their faith and trust.
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Mishpatim: Leadership with Love
A response to further questions about the infrastructure of shlichus dealing with leadership versus unity in this system.
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Sh'lach: The Birth of Projection
In Parshat Shelach the scouts projected their feelings. We learn that through life’s challenges the question is not whether we can do it, but how we can.
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Kislev 19 in Babylon
The power of Yud-Tes Kislev: two events on the same day 205 years apart – the Alter Rebbe’s release from prison & Saddam Hussein’s capture. The connection?
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Terumah: Slippery Slopes
What causes us to slip? Whether on ice or in a nervous moment, why do we lose our balance? The answer is explained scientifically and psychologically.
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Vayeishev: Madoff And Holtzberg
If money is the source of your power and security, than money will also be your source of destruction and disgrace. Because after all, money is transient, and anything transient can never provide the firm foundation of security.
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Chukat-Gimmel Tammuz: The Silent Sun
I miss the Rebbe. I cry for the Rebbe, a true man of G-d. In my heart and mind, he still speaks for hours upon hours, his countenance shining, sharing a taste of reality with us.
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Thoughts to Comfort the Bereaved
The Rebbe offers two parallel meditations from which those who are bereaved — who mourn for a dear departed, can take profound comfort.
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The Torah Says
Each year the Maggid of Trsik would begin the year by citing sources as proof that this is the year that the Moshiach would come, the year of redemption…
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Waking Moment
As soon as we wake from sleep we recite the Modeh Ani prayer, acknowledging that it is He who grants us life and being every moment of our existence.
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The Rebirth of the Birthday
Two great luminaries in the history of Chassidism were born on the 18th of Elul and in recent generations this date has been marked with significance.
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On the Non-Existence of Evil
Parhat Ki Tavo includes the “Rebuke” (tochacha),of the Jewish people should they forsake the Torah commandments. Rebuke can be understood is various ways…
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A Cup of Vinegar
What is the connection between Shabbat and Amalek and why did the people of Israel have a problem with remembering both?
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Evil: Two Translations
The Torah unequivocally states: “See, I am giving you today the blessing and the curse”. Theologians and philosophers have oft debated the dichotomy of this
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The Rich Partner
In this miraculous story the request of one man is directly answered after he requests of G-d to uphold His duties.
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The Times of Our Lives
To the physicist it is the fourth dimension, to the mystic it is the first creation. To most of us, time is simply a faceless tyrant, an abstract dimension.
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The Psalmist and the General
Av and Elul, the eleventh and twelfth months of the Jewish year, are end to end in the calendar but worlds apart in character and temperament.
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Heat and Cold
When saying the amidah(“standing” prayer) the Talmud instructs us to beware of interruption..
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Below The Surface
One of the great chassidic masters once said: A chassid should be capable of the following three feats…
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The Nullification of the Commandments
There exists three stages of creation corresponding to three stages of observing the Torah law: The present world, the Messianic world and the world to come
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Personal Politics
Rabban Gamliel the son of Rabbi Judah HaNassi would say… Be careful of the government, for they befriend a person only for their own needs.
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Words of Rebuke
The book of Deuteronomy opens with Moses’ final message to the people of Israel..
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Nature of Light – Part 2
Enjoy these Jewish mystical teachings on light, by Rabbi Simon Jacobson, best-selling author of “Toward a Meaningful Life”.
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MyOmer App
MyOmer is more than a counter, it’s a story, an illumination – a journey through the human genome. This app is timeless and timely – it offers for the very first time a proven 3300 year system applied to contemporary life. A 49-step journey that is as exhilarating as it is challenging, as it opens up your emotions and provides you with new life skills and tools.
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Upheaval and Change Part III
Unlike personal tragedy and loss, which affect the lives of individuals and those close to them, upheaval is large-scale disruption that imperils communities, destabilizes nations or even endangers the entire world.
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On Thursday, April 7, 7 PM EDT Rabbi Simon Jacobson, Senator Joe Lieberman, Rabbi Arthur Schneier, Eli Marcus and others, join together for an evening to honor the Rebbe’s 120th Birthday.
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Vacation or Holiday?
In America we go on “vacation,” however in England and the Commonwealth it is called a “holiday”…
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Is Money The Source Of All Evil?
Discover a new way to look at money and the material world around you — through the lens of your soul instead of the lens of your body.
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The Final Showdown
Lessons on confrontation; how to deal with the perpetual battles of life.
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The Physics and Kabbalah of Chanukah
Discover how the properties of light, so powerfully reflected in the Chanukah flames, teach us the essence of who we are and who were meant to be: Transparent channels of a higher reality.
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Biblical Stories Decoded: Exodus: Let My People Go!
How to Grow through Pain and Suffering
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Biblical Events Decoded: The Land and Sea within You
Biblical Events Decoded: The Land and Sea within You
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Biblical Events Decoded: Synesthesia: Where Sight Meets Sound
Can you hear your sights and see your sounds? Discover the connection between all our senses and learn how to transcend their nature
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The Soul of the Super Bowl
Lessons on sports, competition and the deeper meaning behind the Super Bowl
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Is ChatGPT a Sign that Something Bigger is Coming?
Is ChatGBT a Sign that Something Bigger is Coming?
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Esther’s Secret: Why Jews Celebrate Her Every Year on Purim
Esther’s Secret: Why Jews Celebrate Her Every Year on Purim
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What Nobody Ever Told You About Passover
This is where it all began, when a family of tribes became a nation of people, when a body of slaves became a soul of freedom. Some people have an exit strategy; we have an exodus strategy.
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How Can I Give Charity Amid Financial Uncertainty?
How Can I Give Charity Amid Financial Uncertainty?
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Think Different. Be Different. Think for Yourself. Be Yourself.
Think Different. Be Different. Think for yourself. Be Yourself.
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This Video Will Make You Want to Call Your Mother
The innate power and strength of a mother; lessons on love, selflessness and complete devotion.
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Youth Crime and Social Media: How Can We Stop the Trend?
Youth Crime and Social Media: How Can We Stop the Trend?
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Seize the Day: A Message to All Graduates
Are All Political Leaders Corrupt?
The very question itself, posed by many, speaks of our mistrust and negative feelings towards our leaders today. Does being a leader mean that you need to compromise, negotiate and manipulate your way through power? Can a leader even keep his values and morals intact these days?
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The Soul of Charisma
Spiritual charisma is not about seeking validation or trying to impress others. It is about embodying and radiating your authentic spiritual nature, connecting with others on a deeper level, and inspiring them to explore their own spirituality.
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The UNITED States: Why Are We So Divided?
Join Rabbi Simon Jacobson in unraveling the complexities of our divided nation, and embark on a journey towards a more united and harmonious United States. Together, let us discover the path to healing and forge a brighter future for generations to come.
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How to Wage a War Against Apathy
Apathy, characterized by indifference, can hinder personal growth and the pursuit of meaningful goals. Discover a comprehensive approach to inspire and ignite a passionate and purposeful life.
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You Were Born an Original; Don’t Become a Copy
You Were Born an Original; Don’t Become a Copy
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Why We Need Pain
The definition of growth means moving from one state to another. How is this possible? Only through going out of our comfort zone. We need to feel the discomfort in order to grow.
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Do You Feel Abandoned?
With wars waging between Israel and Gaza and between Russia and Ukraine, are nations more united or more divided than ever before? Have we made any progress between nations?
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United or Divided Nations?
With wars waging between Israel and Gaza and between Russia and Ukraine, are nations more united or more divided than ever before? Have we made any progress between nations?
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Why is the World Obsessed with Jews?
History is a witness to the fact that Jews are always at the center of world events. In every single generation the Jews have been ostracized. But why?
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What Is a Mind Without a Soul?
History is a witness to the fact that Jews are always at the center of world events. In every single generation the Jews have been ostracized. But why?
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Argentina and Israel: A Modern Day Miracle
Explore the inspiring tale of the enduring bond and remarkable collaboration between Argentina and Israel in this enlightening video.
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Rabbi Speaks Out on DEI
Discover the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and its role in fostering a more compassionate and connected society.
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Some Dance to Remember, Some Dance to Forget…
Delves into the profound impact of memory in our lives.
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The Kabbalistic Secret to Drinking Responsibly
Discover profound wisdom and spiritual insights into your relationship with alcohol.
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How to Deal with Unethical Leaders
Learn practical strategies for navigating the challenges of unethical leadership.
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Total Eclipse: Is This the End of the World?
Explore the profound insights on the total eclipse and its significance in “Total Eclipse: Is This the End of the World?”
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Exodus 2024: Gaza, Iran and Egypt
Explore the timeless lessons of Exodus amidst modern challenges in Gaza and Egypt, delving into the deep-rooted narratives that shape our world today.
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The 15 Steps in 15 Minutes
Discover the profound journey of self-reflection and transformation in just 15 minutes with ‘The 15 Steps’ video, guiding you through the Passover Seder’s spiritual significance.
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Searching for the Land of Milk and Honey
Explore the profound search for fulfillment and spiritual purpose in “Searching for the Land of Milk and Honey”.
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Memorial Day: Remember and Honor
Explore the profound significance of Memorial Day, emphasizing the importance of remembering and honoring those who have sacrificed their lives for our freedom.
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Is World Peace Achievable? Lessons from Sinai
Discover how the lessons from Sinai can guide us toward achieving world peace in this insightful video.
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Happy Father’s Day!
Explore the profound influence of fathers on their children and society. He offers reflections on the unique responsibilities and joys of fatherhood, providing heartfelt insights and blessings to celebrate and honor fathers.
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A True Leader Creates Leaders; Not Followers
Discover that true leadership is about empowering others to become leaders themselves, by highlighting the importance of fostering growth, independence, and the ability to inspire others.
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Reacting to the attempted assassination of Donald Trump
What happened?? Making sense of the attempted assassination on Donald Trump
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Was Trump Saved by G-d?
Explore the concept of divine intervention and its implications in contemporary events, reflecting on how faith and spirituality influence our understanding of political and personal occurrences.
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Why are We So Divided? How to Create a UNITED States
Explore the deep-rooted causes of societal division and offers insights on how to foster unity and create a truly united state.
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Is It Ok to Be Sad?
Explore the role of sadness in our lives, discussing how it can serve as a powerful catalyst for personal growth and deeper connections with others. He emphasizes that when handled properly, sadness can lead to profound introspection and self-discovery.
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The Mistakes We All Make
Discover and learn insightful tips on how to turn life’s common mistakes into opportunities for growth.
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What is Kabbalah?
Explore the profound teachings of Kabbalah in this class, where Rabbi Simon Jacobson demystifies its ancient wisdom and reveals how it applies to your daily life.
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The Ceasefire Hoax
Explore how ceasefires often act as temporary solutions that don’t address the deeper, underlying conflicts, urging us to seek lasting peace instead.
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Is Satan Real?
Explore the concept of Satan as not an independent force of evil, but a divine creation meant to challenge and test us, guiding us toward spiritual growth.
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Bullets, Booms and Blasts: How Will This End?
Explore the deeper spiritual implications of global conflicts, offering guidance on navigating turmoil and working toward personal and collective peace.
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How Should We Honor October 7th?
Explore how we can honor the memory of October 7th by transforming pain into purpose and seeking deeper meaning in the aftermath of tragedy.
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Post Election Reflections: The Bigger Picture
Post Election Reflections: The Bigger Picture
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The Kabbalah’s Epic Prediction about the Middle East War
Discover the Kabbalistic perspective on the Middle East conflict, exploring ancient wisdom’s insights into current events and their deeper spiritual implications.
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Tragedy in the UAE
Reflections on the tragic death of Rabbi Tzvi Kogen in the UAE, discussing the lessons of resilience, faith, and spiritual growth that can emerge from such profound tragedies.
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The Ladder of Life
Explore the profound steps to personal growth and spiritual transformation. Learn how to navigate life’s challenges and elevate yourself to new heights.
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Why is There Upheaval in So Many Countries?
Explore the deeper reasons behind global upheaval and discover timeless insights for navigating turbulent times
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Are You Exhausted?
Dive into the crucial discussion on exhaustion—why we feel drained and how to restore our energy and vitality, guiding us towards a balanced and energized life
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What’s Worse, Ignorance or Apathy? I Don’t Know and I Don’t Care
Explore the profound question of whether ignorance or apathy is more detrimental, and uncover tools to combat both in this insightful episode on living a meaningful life.
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When the Going Gets Tough, The Tough Keep Going
Explore a valuable discussion on building resilience and discovering inner strength when facing life’s toughest challenges.
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Live Dispatch from Israel
Explore current events with deep insights into today’s pressing issues. Gain a clearer understanding of the complexities shaping our world.
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Emotional Overload: Are We Too Sensitive for Our Own Good?
Explore the balance between empathy and resilience—how to stay open-hearted without becoming overwhelmed.
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Those Who Stand for Nothing, Fall for Anything
Those Who Stand for Nothing, Fall for Anything
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Are You Productive?
Discover the true meaning of productivity and how to align your actions with your higher purpose.
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The Ripple Effect: The Power of One Small Act
The Ripple Effect: The Power of One Small Act
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Can Ken and Barbie Ever Get Along? The Secret to True Equality
Can Ken and Barbie Ever Get Along? The Secret to True Equality
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Misplaced Humility: When Pride is a Necessity
Explore the concept of misplaced humility and how acknowledging and embracing one’s strengths and accomplishments can be essential for personal growth and fulfilling one’s potential.
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Chanukah Night 3: Faith and Miracles
As you light three candles tonight, take a moment to reflect: How can I see the extraordinary in the ordinary and to reignite the flames of faith, resilience, and appreciation for life’s miracles? As the menorah’s light continues to burn across generations, may we embrace our own inner strength, find meaning beyond logic, and recognize the miracles that surround us.
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Chanukah Night 4: Unity and Community
As you light four candles tonight, take a moment to reflect: How can we coexist and find harmony within diversity? Chanukah’s menorah symbolizes unity within individuality, as each flame is distinct yet contributes to a greater whole. Diversity does not equal divisiveness; rather, it is the essence of beauty, as seen in nature, art, and the human body, where countless unique elements work together in harmony.
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Chanukah Night 5: The Power of Small Acts
As you light five candles tonight, take a moment to reflect: Just as one tiny, undefiled flask of oil burned for eight days, one small gesture can create ripples of hope and transformation. Even when things seem broken or hopeless, a single ember can reignite a flame. Let us remember the power of a smile, a kind word, a helping hand. These simple gestures can change lives in ways we may never fully know.
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Chanukah Night 6: Tradition and Continuity
As you light six candles tonight, take a moment to reflect: What are the eternal moments in your life that anchor you amid the impermanence of the world around you? Lighting the Chanukah candles transcends its physical act, embedding timeless values and a sense of continuity in our hearts. Though the flames don’t last forever, their message endures, offering us a connection to something greater.
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Chanukah Night 7: Gratitude For Freedom
As you light seven candles tonight, take a moment to reflect: How can you honor and protect the freedoms you enjoy today while recognizing the sacrifices made by others to secure them? Chanukah embodies a universal message of freedom; celebrating the triumph of the few over the many, the weak over the strong, and the enduring power of spirit over domination.
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Chanukah Night 8: Spreading Light
As you light eight candles tonight, take a moment to reflect: How can you embody the selflessness of a flame by giving to others in a way that also strengthens your own inner light? A flame is unique—it can ignite another without losing its own strength, and in fact, the two flames combined burn even brighter. When we light our own lives, we ignite others, creating an endless ripple of warmth and illumination.
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The 9th Flame: Secret to Eternity
Chanukah may end, but the flame continues. Let it illuminate not just our lives but the entire world, transforming shadows into light and despair into hope. May we all be blessed to carry this flame, until the day its light envelops all of existence in eternal brilliance.
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