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Stump The Rabbi is the Jewish Q&A series where real questions meet clear, Torah-based answers.
Each episode tackles authentic topics in Halacha, Chassidus, Jewish thought, parenting, relationships, and everyday life - presented in a direct, thoughtful, and engaging format.
Whether the question is complex, controversial, or practical, this show is about seeking clarity through Torah wisdom.
New episodes released regularly.
Ask your questions and find more answers at stumptherabbi.org
Each episode tackles authentic topics in Halacha, Chassidus, Jewish thought, parenting, relationships, and everyday life - presented in a direct, thoughtful, and engaging format.
Whether the question is complex, controversial, or practical, this show is about seeking clarity through Torah wisdom.
New episodes released regularly.
Ask your questions and find more answers at stumptherabbi.org
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Why do Lubavitcher Chassidim place such a strong emphasis on the Rebbe? This question comes up often—there are many rabbanim and roshei yeshiva, so why is there such a central focus on the Rebbe, why are his pictures so commonly displayed, where does this strong connection come from, and is it something unique to Lubavitch or does it have roots in earlier Jewish history?Answered by Rabbi Mendy Wolf
Why are we careful to eat handmade matzah as opposed to machine matzah? While modern machines are faster and cleaner, they cannot provide the required human spiritual intention (kavana) necessary to bake the "bread of faith" for Passover.Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Shlomo Goldfarb
What’s the difference between adding to the Torah, which is forbidden, and going beyond the letter of the law? If adding is not allowed, why aren’t chumros considered a problem? Where is the line between a chumra and actually changing the Torah?
Why are women less valued than men in Judaism?Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Shloma MajeskiTo ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/This project was made possible byThe Chanin Fund
If a soldier can approach a mission with the mindset of “I can,” why do we let small failures convince us that we’re incapable? How does one small frustration turn into a whole story where we start believing we can’t? And how much of our success is really determined by the mindset we choose to build?
Is Jewish music about the genre… or the connection to Judaism?This answer challenges how many people think about “Jewish culture.”Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Yossi PaltielWhat makes Jewish music, Jewish?To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/This project was made possible byThe Chanin Fund
Today, many people use the word “Zionist” simply to mean someone who supports Israel. But if Zionism began as a movement meant to replace Torah and traditional Judaism, should a Lubavitcher publicly identify with that label anyway? Can you fully support Eretz Yisroel and the Jewish people without calling yourself a Zionist?This project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
Why did the Rebbe refer to the Frierdiker Rebbe as Moshiach? Was he speaking literally, or is there a deeper Chassidic idea behind the statement? In this episode of Stump the Rabbi, we explain what the Rebbe means and how Chabad understands the concept of the Nasi HaDor and its connection to Moshiach.
Some say it shows disrespect to the mikvah’s holy waters. Others say the concern only applies in certain cases. Is it actually halacha or just a minhag?In halacha, women should not shower immediately after tevilah. For men, however, avoiding a shower afterward is generally only a minhag.To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/This project was made possible byThe Chanin Fund
If Hashem is all-knowing and already wants what’s best for us, why do we spend so much time asking for it? if our needs are already known to Hashem, does davening actually change anything?This project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INChttps://yzbiz.com/To ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
Chabad doesn’t grow long payos — why?If it’s a mitzvah, wouldn’t more be better?The Arizal writes about the proper shiur of payos and why going beyond it isn’t necessarily ideal.
The joy of Adar is unique because it centers on the power of transformation within our regular, everyday lives rather than escaping from them. While other holidays might omit Tachanun to rise above the mundane, Adar is a time when we engage with the physical world and even its negative aspects to turn them into something holy. Therefore, we say Tachanun because the greatest possible joy is found in the ability to descend into the "bottom" of the world and transform that negativity into a connection with the Divine.
What am I here for? What is my mission? Chassidus addresses these core questions of existence by diving deep into the teachings of the Alter Rebbe. Using the Book of Tanya as a practical guide, we explore a framework for living with intention—fostering the love, fear, and motivation needed to serve G-d. Beyond just theory, Chassidus opens us up to a profound understanding of ourselves, the purpose of creation, and the entirety of reality.
Should bochurim drink alcohol? In this episode of Stump the Rabbi, Rabbi Noam Wagner shares the Rebbe’s clear approach: Chassidim don’t drink for the sake of drinking — they say “Lechaim.” The Rebbe emphasized that for those under forty, drinking should be extremely limited — no more than four small shot glasses, and never to the point of getting drunk. A farbrengen is about inspiration, and connection — not intoxication.This project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INCTo ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
We might hit a child to stop them from running into traffic but is that education? Or is it just force? Here is the critical distinction between protecting a child and teaching them.
Is there such a thing as a "non-Chassidish" question? Many of us hesitate to speak up at a farbrengen or a Q&A session because we’re afraid of how we might look to others. We worry that our doubts or curiosities might seem "unrefined."In this episode, Rabbi Mendy Wolf challenges that mindset. he explains why hiding a question is actually the opposite of being Chassidish. If you care about your growth, you have to care enough to ask.Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Mendy Wolf This project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INC
What counts as bread in Jewish law? Believe it or not, some gluten-free options can still have the status of bread.Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Yoni RappaportTo ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/This project was made possible byThe Chanin Fund
Stump The Rabbi — Rabbi Noam WagnerChof Beis Shevat marks the yartzeit of the Rebbe’s wife, Rebbetzin Chaya Mushka Schneerson.More than just a date on the calendar, this day represents a monumental shift in Chabad and a new stage in the revelation of Moshiach. In this special 28-minute episode of Stump The Rabbi, we dive into the events of 1992, the Rebbe’s extraordinary response to the Rebbetzin’s passing, and the deep mystical lessons we can learn from her life.How should a Chassid and every Jew commemorate this day? Join us as we explore how to bring the Rebbetzin’s legacy into our daily lives and prepare the world for the ultimate redemption.This project was made possible by:The Chanin Fund
What are we actually doing when we say Yechi? Is it a holy proclamation of kingship, or has it just become another social slogan? Drawing a parallel to the prayer of Shema, Rabbi Yosef Katzman challenges us to move beyond the shouting and treat the crowning of Moshiach with the same reverence and dignity we afford our most sacred prayers. If saying Yechi is our way of declaring the King, then the way we say it—with respect, timing, and intentionality—matters just as much as the words themselves.This project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INCTo ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
If the Torah is the ultimate guide for the world, why wasn’t it there from Day One?Creation begins, history unfolds, generations rise and fall and only later does the Torah appear. Was the world incomplete without it? Or was something happening beneath the surface?Stump the Rabbi - Rabbi Shloma Majeski This project was made possible byThe Chanin FundYZ BIZ INCTo ask a question and for more answers visit:http://stumptherabbi.org/
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