It's Genius: Recent Episodes
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The great Talmudic commentators of the past century have produced some of the most profound and penetrating Talmudic analyses in history. These writings offer us a window into the profound depth and insight of Jewish law and tradition. But often these ideas are not accessible to many people because of their complexity. These audio presentations by Rabbi Elisha Friedman are intended to make some of these insights more widely accessible.
Survey of nine ideas in the Rogatchover (many are review from earlier recordings) - based on R. Moshe Kasher's sefer
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Sanctifying your role. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parshas Chukas
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The Rogatchover explores the nature of halachic marriage, including the status of secular marriage
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The Rogatchover explores the nature of borders in halacha
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The Rogatchover discusses whether according to halacha owners own their property inherently or just its monetary value
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The Rogatchover differentiates between full ownership and surface ownership as it applies to a number of halachot
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Survey of some of the Rogatchover's key concepts about words and letters in halacha, based on R. Moshe Grossberg ch. 4
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Survey of some of the Rogatchover's key concepts about measurements in halacha, based on R. Moshe Grossberg ch. 3
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Survey of some of the Rogatchover's key concepts about numbers in halacha, based on R. Moshe Grossberg ch. 2.
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A wide ranging survey of some of the Rogatchover's key concepts about time in halacha, based on R. Moshe Grossberg ch. 1
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Discussion of R. Yosef Rosen, the Rogatchover's, biography and the context of his times and his unique learning methodology.
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Yehoshua's style of communal leadeship. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parshas Shelach
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- The prophecy of Eldad and Medad. 2. The background of Pesach Sheini. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parshas Behaalosecha
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- The Kohanim's role in blessing the people. 2. the Torah's ability to transform society
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R. Shimon articulates two elements within the halachic concept of Shlichut
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R. Shimon explains Rambam's view of the nature of testimony on Shtarot.
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R. Shimon discusses the essential differences between witnesses on a marriage versus financial transactions
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R. Shimon explains the discussion in Gittin 2b about the believability of one witness
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One of R. Shimon's most central and famous (and controversial) concepts, that the Torah's rules governing financial laws are guided by independent legal and moral categories.
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R. Shimon explains the difference between a stationary vs. traveling doubt, and reiterated his view of rov (majority status) (Based on R. Reuven Raz's sefer.)
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Discussion between R. Shimon and R. Chaim Brisker how the principle of majority rules in judicial cases works
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Discussion of when rov (majority status) impacts financial uncertainties (based on R. Reuven Raz's sefer.)
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Explanation of the nature of rov (majority status) in halacha (based on R. Reuven Raz's sefer.)
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Explanation of the nature of chazakah (status quo) in halacha (based on R. Reuven Raz's sefer.)
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- The extreme ethical demands of the Torah. 2. Reflections on how to respond to anti-semitism. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Behar/Bechukotai.
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- The importance of preparation. 2. The importance of the Kohein's service. 3. Explanation of the mitzvah of Succah. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Emor.
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Explanation of the mitzvah of rebuke (including a strong statement against racism). Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Kedoshim.
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- A Torah society. 2. The understanding of Torah in Mashiach's time. 3. The Torah's rituals. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Achrei Mot.
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Reflections on the pronounciation and purpose of R. Yehuda's acronym in the Haggadah; and the meaning of bedikas chametz (the search for Chametz)
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- How lashon hara (gossip) destroys the world for all of us. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Tazria.
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Explanation of the sin of Nadav and Avihu and it's continuing relevance nowadays (and the contrast against Darwinism). Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Shemini.
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The Korban Pesach has to be eaten while full and at the end of the Seder. Discussion of different approaches to defining these rules and explaining their reasons
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- The Torah elevates nature, instead of lowering humanity (and about the Torah and socialism). 2. The argument with the 'wicked son' in the Haggadah. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Tzav.
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- The continuing relevance of the sacrifices. 2. & 3. The essence of humanity is the free will to follow the Torah. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Vayikra.
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The point of the Mishkan, and our contemporary shuls. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Pekudei.
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- The unique strength of Betzalel, the Mishkan architect. 2. The importance of giving tzedakah, especially in a way which maximizes effectiveness. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Vayakhel.
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The meaning of Shabbos and our limited view of creation. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Ki Tisa.
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- The plot of anti-semites to vilify Jews. 2. The eternal fight against Amalek. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Tetzaveh
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God's honor versus the good of the Jewish people. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Terumah
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- Debate of R. Yishmael and R. Akiva about Mishpatim. 2. Welcoming refugees and foreigners, and not being fooled by nationalism. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Mishpatim
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The importance of the Oral Torah and of Shabbos. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Yisro
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- Difficulties from God as deterrents. 2. The importance of the mitzvah of burial. 3. The importance of completing a mitzvah. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Beshalach
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- The potential of Jews who don't currently follow Torah. 2. The nature of Moshiach's redemption. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Bo
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- Moshe questioning God. 2. Pharoah's stubbornness. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Va'era
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- What are the leadership qualities of a prophet. 2. Moshe's concern for the Jews. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Shemos
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- When to use certain character traits. 2. God's Providence over the world. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Vayechi
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R. Shimon explains the concept of a warning from the witnesses not to violate an uncertain prohibition (based on Rabbi Raz ch. 4).
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R. Shimon explains 1. the basis for rabbinic law and 2. the concept of a double safeik (based on Rabbi Raz chs. 2 & 3.)
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Introduction to R. Shimon Shkop and his analysis of cases of uncertain prohibition (based on R. Reuven Raz's sefer.)
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- Yosef's message to his brothers and parting messages in general. 2. When is it good or bad to be a guarantor. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Vayigash
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- The purpose of different types of dreams. 2. Two eras of the final redemption. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Miketz
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- Why did the brothers hate Yosef? 2. The spiritual message of Chanukah. 3. The importance of rebuke. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Vayeshev
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The confrontation between Yaakov and Eisav, as the reason for exile. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Vayishlach
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Yaakov's spiritual awakening from his dream. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Vayetze.
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The simple honesty of Yitzchak and the meaning of Jewish choseness. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Toldos
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- What to look for in a spouse 2. Explanation of the Haftarah story. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Chaye Sarah
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1) Providing for those who prioritize taking care of others. 2) How to create a just and moral society. Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Vayera
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What does it mean the Jews are the chosen people? Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Lech Lecha
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- How does a Torah society differ from a regular one? 2. How does truth manifest itself in society? Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Noach
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Why is it important for people to want luxuries As part of living in society? Adaptation of Hamidrash Vhamaaseh - by R. Yechezkel Libschitz on Parashas Bereisheis
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Did the story of the angels visiting Avraham (Bereshis ch. 18) happen on Succos or Pesach?
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Discussion of the Rambam's view that it's prohibited to use 2 lulavs or etrogs at the same time
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Two major views as to the timeline of the original historical Yom Kippur and the significance of that for what Yom Kippur means nowadays
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Discussion of the debate whether there were lotteries for the service of Yom Kippur, and how this is reflected in the poems we recite in our davening
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Discussion of 3 major approaches - Rashi, Rambam and Ramban - to understanding the confession on Erev Yom Kippur
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Rashi and Ramban debate the meaning of the phrase in the Torah (Vayikra 23:24) that Rosh Hashana is a day of 'remembering blowing'
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When does the judgement of Rosh Hashana happen: at night when Rosh Hashana begins or not until morning?
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Two pieces from Rav Soloveitchik about Rosh Hashana. A) Blowing Shofar on Shabbos Rosh Hashana nowadays. B) Keeping two days of Rosh Hashana in Israel nowadays
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Some discussion regarding the suspension of Shofar blowing when Rosh Hashana falls out on Shabbos
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Discussion of the Rambam's expansive view of Charoset and the broader role it plays throughout the Seder compared to our practices
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In a case where the Beis Hamikdash is built between the first and second Pesachs, would everyone do the second Pesach together? The debate between the Minchas Chinuch, Har Hamoriah, Meshech Chochma and others
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How does Rashi know what clothes Achashverosh wore at his party? And what does the word 'yakar' mean? (From R. Yisroel Dandrovitz)
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Discussion of R. Berel Soloveitchik of Yerushalayim's ideas about the mitzvah to destroy Amalek, with important discussion of the many limitations set on this seemingly violent command
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According to tradition the wicked were not redeemed from Egypt, if so why did Dasan and Aviram, two terribly wicked people, get saved?
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Survey of the views of Rambam, Ramban, and Maharal regarding the pattern in Onkelos to change the language of the Torah which sounds like God has physicality
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Can one toast bread on Shabbos? Put toasted bread (croutons) in hot soup? Put stale bread in hot soup?
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Is there a Torah prohibition to cook things which can be eaten raw, like apples or water, on Shabbos? What is the halachic definition of cooking water? Can water which was cooked before Shabbos be reheated on Shabbos? (Based on Minchas Baruch 1:28, 31,32)
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Are there limitations to Torah study on Shabbos? Is complex, tiring Torah study allowed? Did Moshe die on Shabbos afternoon? (Based on Minchas Baruch, preface)
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Does Yom Tov require two Challahs (like Shabbos)? Did the Manna fall on Yom Tov? Is there Shalosh Seudos on Yom Tov? Should one use three Challahs when Yom Tov and Shabbos are combined? Could Shabbos Manna be kept indefinitely?
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Survey of three major reasons for covering the Challahs and how they differ practically
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Survey of the major views whether to stand or stand for Kiddush and Havdalah
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Discussion of the view of Rabbeinu Meshulum that one does not make a bracha on lighting the Shabbos candles, in historical context. This presentation is purely theoretical/historical.
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Discussion of the debate whether one accepts Shabbos at candle lighting, and if so whether it's through the lighting or the Bracha (blessing), and the debate about if women make the bracha before or after lighting
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Analysis of Rav Yisrael Salanter's halachic opinion that one is required not only to hold - and shake - the Lulav but to also lift it in order to fulfill the Mitzvah. (The first 30 minutes present R. Yisrael's view. The last 20 minutes are a tangent from R. Shlomo Hakohen explaining a relevant line from the Sukkot davening.)
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Survey of views regarding the permissibility of exporting Shemitah Etrogim outside of Israel
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Survey of views regarding the major issues surrounding using an Esrog grown during Shemitah for the Mitzvah on Sukkos
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Wide ranging discussion as to whether the halachic principle of doing mitzvahs early in the day applies to Shofar
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Discussion of two elements of the mitzvah of lighting Shabbos candles, and how this effects when the Yom Tov candles should be lit.
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The Mishna (Avos 5:6) says God created ten things during dusk on the first Friday. Why was He not prohibited to work after sunset on Shabbos? This discussion is even more theoretical than others in this series.
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Discussion of the Rambam's view of the mitzvah of accepting Shabbos early, including whether this mitzvah can begin at sunset or must start earlier (Based on Minchas Baruch 2:14, 15)
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Discussion of the two expalantions for the mitzvah of accepting Shabbos early and how this translates into the practical format of how we perform this mitzvah (Based on Minchas Baruch 2:15, 16)
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Discussion of two aspects of the mitzvah to taste the Shabbos food on Friday afternoon. Does one make a bracha beforehand? (Based on Minchas Baruch 2:7)
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What day of the week does Shabbos prep begin on? Survey of the debate between Shammai and Hillel followed by Rashi and Ramban and the views of later authorities (Based on Minchas Baruch 2:5-6)
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Why are great rabbis permitted to lessen their honor to do the cleaning for Shabbos? Should they do the catering and cleaning for other mitzvah meals themselves? (Based on Minchas Baruch 2:4)
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Should one minimize Torah study on Friday to prepare for Shabbos? Can one delegate preparing to someone else? How substantive does the prepapration have to be? (Based on Minchas Baruch, 2:1,2)
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One should start preparing for Shabbos first thing Friday morning. Should it be before or after davening? Is preparing for Shabbos a Biblical or Rabbinic mitzvah? (Based on Minchas Baruch 2:1)
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Analysis of a Midrash (based on the Manos Halevi) which formulates Haman's anti-Semitic accusations - to create a framework for understanding the Jewish holidays and what Purim adds to them, and how Jews should interact with their host cultures.
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Analysis of the Talmudic (Megillah 12a) explanation why Haman had the power to threaten the Jews during Purim, based on the Manos Halevi commentary. Including discussion of the laws of martyrdom.
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Discussion of different views as to when the Torah was given and what the holiday of Shavuos commemorates
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Discussion of the Maharal's approach that the conversion at Mt Sinai differed fundamentally from subsequent conversions, including discussion of coercion in the acceptance of the Torah
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Discussion as to whether a woman should count her clean days coming out of Niddah, like counting Omer
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Discussion of a number of approaches to explain the Rambam's view that counting the Omer is not a time bound mitzvah
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Discussion of the Haggadah’s view that Matzah symbolizes that the Jews were rushed from Egypt and couldn’t let their bread rise, through a wide range of commentaries.
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Discussion of the Ramban’s position that halachically Nissan must be the first month of the year, with discussion of the halachic issues surrounding using non-Jewish calendar dates.
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When did the events of Purim as described in Megillas Esther occur on the calendar? With a discussion of how the three day fast coincided with Pesach that year and if it’s possible to fast three days straight. This podcast is powered by JewishPodcasts.org. Start your own podcast today and share your content with the world. Click jewishpodcasts.fm/signup to get started.
Discussion of the debate between Rav Saadiah Gaon and the Rambam over the best method to establish the Jewish calendar
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Discussion of Rav Henkin's halachic ruling on secular marriages in halacha, and how it reflects wisdom into the concept of marriage.
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Discussion of Rav Meir Simcha of Dvinsk's conceptual analysis of kiddushin (engagement), and how it reflects wisdom into the process of getting married.
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Discussion of Rav Silver's conceptual analysis of giving a get, and how it reflects wisdom into the process of divorce.
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Rav Silver was one of the major authorities who wrote about mechitza. Discussion of his views and positions on these halachos.
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Rav Silver explores what is the essential action of the mitzvah of lighting the menorah in the Beis Hamikdash and offers an alternative view to Rav Chaim Soloveitchik's. This podcast is powered by JewishPodcasts.org. Start your own podcast today and share your content with the world. Click jewishpodcasts.fm/signup to get started.
The Talmud says that the Jewish people were forced to accept the Torah at Har Sinai, but did not do so freely. Later commentators question and limit this passage. This podcast is powered by JewishPodcasts.org. Start your own podcast today and share your content with the world. Click jewishpodcasts.fm/signup to get started.
Rav Silver explores some halachic issues and problems surrounding Akeidas Yitzchak, and offers an intriguing insight into the difference between financial ownership and getting credit for a sacrifice. This podcast is powered by JewishPodcasts.org. Start your own podcast today and share your content with the world. Click jewishpodcasts.fm/signup to get started.
Rav Silver explores the technical and conceptual differences between the word 'shnei' and 'shnayim' in the Torah and specifically sheds light on the notion of witnesses in halacha.
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Rav Silver offers a new rationale for the leniency that one who is uncomfortable is absolved from sitting in the Succah and discusses some practical halachic situations. This podcast is powered by JewishPodcasts.org. Start your own podcast today and share your content with the world. Click jewishpodcasts.fm/signup to get started.