The Jewish Perspective

Why can constantly moving forward sometimes get in the way of our growth? Can taking a pause be a part of progress? In this episode, we’ll talk about when we need to keep moving and when it’s better to stop and reflect on how far we’ve come. Let’s find out together on The Jewish Perspective podcast. Watch Rabbi Belinsky's Video Blog on Youtube Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction: Standing vs Going in Torah Portions(00:01:44) - Why We Need Both Standing and Progress(00:02:21) - Rest and Contraction: Sports and Economy Analogies(00:04:16) - Learning Requires Absorption Time(00:04:40) - Amidah and Shema: Standing and Sitting in Prayer(00:06:17) - Written vs Oral Torah: Static and Evolving Law(00:07:37) - The Microphone on Shabbos Debate(00:08:37) - Personal Meaning in Repeated Prayers(00:09:07) - Gray Areas in Jewish Law and Kosher Standards

The message of Sukkot challenges both ancient and modern ideas about unity, individuality, and community. Is unity possible among people who keep their individuality? Which mitzvah can millions of Jews fulfill together at the same time?  Let’s find out in today’s episode of the Jewish Perspective podcast. Watch Rabbi Belinsky's Video Blog on Youtube Chapters (00:00:00) - Minimum and maximum sizes allowed for a sukkah(00:07:42) - The Meaning of Sukkot, Lulava and Chog(00:08:32) - E pluribus unum

Can one person fulfill a Mitzvah for another? Can children fulfill their parent's obligations? Let’s find out in today’s episode of the Jewish Perspective podcast.  Watch Rabbi Belinsky's Video Blog on Youtube Chapters (00:00:00) - Personal vs household mitzvahs in Jewish law(00:00:20) - Kiddush and candle lighting responsibilities(00:01:12) - Responsibility for children's education(00:01:52) - Rabbi Sholem Raichik's family story(00:02:39) - The sleepover story - two kiddushes(00:03:06) - Mother making kiddush

Can we call someone peaceful if they never stand up for what they believe is right? Why can a person who is willing to fight sometimes be closer to true peace than someone who avoids every conflict? In this episode, we’ll explore the unexpected line between peace, fear, and indifference. Let’s find out in today’s episode of The Jewish Perspective podcast. Watch Rabbi Belinsky's Video Blog on Youtube Chapters (00:00:00) - The Law of Sexual Imprudence(00:08:31) - What is a peaceful person?

Who should have the final say in a nation: the ruler or the courts? And what happens when a conflict arises between them? In this episode, we'll explore a question that has remained relevant for thousands of years. Let's find out in today's episode of the Jewish Perspective podcast.  Watch Rabbi Belinsky's Video Blog on Youtube Chapters (00:00:00) - Government in the Jewish state of Israel