Derech Hashem: A framework for Yidishkite

A shiur based on the text of Derech Hashem. We will Use the clarity of the Ramchal to: Elucidate fundamental and esoteric ideas in Judaism. Give an introduction to Kabbalah and Chasidus. Give a sense of the “the big picture” of Hashem’s interactions with his world. We will take cerebral understandings and apply them “Al derech Havoda”to live a fuller Jewish life.

Chanukah - Ner Mitzva 2 - Maharal

Discussing why the Jewish people are the only nation that can bring out hashem’s glory and unity into the world. 

11-21
35:35

Rosh Hashana: A choice - Sefer Chaim - Maamar Hachochma

Maamar Hachachma of the Ramchal - Understanding the Avodah of Rosh Hashana

09-30
49:08

A postscript- Giving up everything for Torah 2

An actual true story I told the bochurim later during the Kumzitz which is a real life illustration of the previous story.We should all be Zoche!

05-31
06:44

Giving up everything for Torah - A true story

This is a story I told to the bochurim at a mishmar kumzitz. It is a very powerful story and a great preparation for kabalose Hatorah this Shavuose. No matter what stage of life you are in, this story is eternal and source of chizuk and direction.There is a postscript which will be the next podcast episode to follow.

05-31
21:45

Bringing Korbanos Bzman Hazeh - Chabura

Exploring the Halachakic possibilities of bringing Korbanos bzman hazeh. There is much written on the topic and we will give an overview. Based in the Rambam, Rav Tzvi Hirsch Kalisher, Chasam Sofer and other contemporary Achronim. 

05-24
41:08

Struggle of Modernity - Chukas Akum - Part 2

Discussing why Klal Yisroel is exposed to depravity of foreign cultures. What should be our response. Based on the מהר״ל in Sefer גבורת ה.

05-20
43:45

Struggle of Modernity - Chukas Akum - Part 1

Discussing why Klal Yisroel is exposed to depravity of foreign cultures. What should be our response. 

05-17
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Haggadah - Leaving Gashmius - מהר״ל- מצה - לחם עוני

The explanation from the the Maharal as to the symbolism of Matzah and the Torah describing it as Lechem Oni. How to apply this lesson to our lives and impart this lesson at our Seder. 

04-14
49:32

Haggadah - The Promise of Geula - הלחמה עניא - מעשה ניסים

Framing the Haggadah. The Yitziah from Mitzraim is a promise that we will be redeemed again!For questions or comments email moshechayim@gmail.com

04-07
42:22

Haggadah - Explaining Suffering - מתחילה - מעשה ניסים

Haggadah Masseh Nissan from the Nesivose Hamishpat.Giving a perspective on the suffering in Mitzrayim and a hashkafa on the suffering of the Jewish People.What it accomplishes and why it brings us close to Hashem.מתחילה עובדי עבודה זרה היה אבותינו ועכשיו קרבנו המקום לעבדתו Text:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Mde8bH9UVdOGUl8szejZCExdNfrqSXG1/view?usp=drivesdkFor questions or comments please email moshechayim@gmail.com

03-31
42:05

Ki-Purim Sifsai Chaim 2 - Rav Chaim friedlander

Shiur given to mesivta bochurim about Purim. Explaining the idea that Purim is more holy than Yom Hakipurim.For questions or comments email moshechayim@gmail.com

03-20
22:54

Ki-Purim Sifsai Chaim 1 - Rav Chaim Friedlander

Shiur given to mesivta bochurim about Purim. Explaining the idea that Purim is more holy than Yom Hakipurim.For questions or comments email moshechayim@gmail.com

03-18
41:58

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