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CZE ShiurimRabbi Gershon Schaffel- Buying non kosher foodRabbi Gershon Schaffel- Buying non kosher food 2024-01-0143 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimGPS for the Siddur: Korbanos - Ketores 2021-11-1747 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimDriving for Grubhub / Uber EatsIs it permitted for one to deliver non-kosher food for Grubhub or Uber Eats? Sources can be found here 2021-11-1256 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimGPS for the Siddur: Birchos HaShachar - Akeidah - L'Olam Yehai 2021-11-1048 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimGetting a Haircut on Erev Shabbos Rosh ChodeshIs it permitted to get a haircut on Erev Shabbos that is Rosh CHodesh? Does it matter what Codesh it is? Sources can be found here 2021-11-0544 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimGPS for the Siddur: Asher Yatzar - YigdalWe explore the meaning of אשר יצר, ברכת התורה, as well as אדון עולם and יגדל 2021-11-0343 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimAveidah Mida'as - Intentional AbandonmentIs it permitted to take property that someone intentionally abandoned? Is it hefker or not? Sources can be found here 2021-10-2947 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimGPS for the Siddur: Modeh Ani - Mah Tovu 2021-10-2746 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimGiving a Favorable Review to a Gentile Service ProviderIs it permitted to give a favorable online review of a gentile service provider? Sources can be found here 2021-10-2244 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimGPS for the Siddur: Introduction 2021-10-2056 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimExercising and Eating Before ShacharisIs it permitted to exercise and eat and drink while exercising before davening? Sources can be found here 2021-10-1549 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim4 Minutes of Torah (NCYI) for Simchas Torah 2021-09-2404 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSelichos Simplified: סליחה צ"ט 2021-09-1509 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSelichos Simplified: סליחה עח 2021-09-1405 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSelichos Simplified: סליחה פז 2021-09-1307 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSelichos Simplified: סליחה סט 2021-09-1205 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimShabbos Shuvah Drosha - Agadata 5782: Becoming a "Baal Teshuvah" Transformative ChangeWhat is the process to 'work on one's self' and become a 'baal teshuvah'?2021-09-1250 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimShabbos Shuvah Drosha - Halacha 5782: Becoming a "Baal Teshuvah"What is the difference between doing teshuva and becoming a baal teshuvah? 2021-09-1242 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimShabbos Shuvah Drosha - Halacha 5782: Becoming a "Baal Teshuvah"2021-09-1043 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSelichos Simplified: סליחה ס 2021-09-1007 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSelichos Simplified: סליחה כד 2021-09-0612 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSelichos Simplified: סליחה כ 2021-09-0511 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSelichos Simplified: סליחה יז 2021-09-0310 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSelichos Simplified: סליחה יד 2021-09-0212 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSelichos Simplified: סליחה יאAn introduction to סליחה יא 2021-09-0108 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimTeshuvah: Recovering Your Authentic SelfIs teshuvah about undoing our sins or is it about recovering our authentic self?2021-08-3133 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSelichos Simplified: סליחה חA fascinating look at Selichah 8 and the unexpected theme contained therein.2021-08-3113 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSelichos Simplified: סליחה הAn introduction to סליחה ה recited on Monday of Selichos 2021-08-3009 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSelichos Simplified: Intro to Selichos and סליחה בA general introduction to selichos and as part of the Selichos Simplified Series, the intro to סליחה ב 2021-08-3021 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimOwnership of Dalet MinimIs it necesssary to own one's dalet minim or borrowing a set suffices? What are the details related to owning a set of dalet minim? Sources can be found here 2021-08-2738 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimRansoming Hostages from KabulIf one's wife is kidnapped, does one have to redeem her? For what amount? Sources can be found here 2021-08-2046 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimCar Service that CancelsIf you order a car service and they do not show up, does the driver have to pay the additional amount that the second car service costs? Sources can be found here 2021-08-1343 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimA Bloody Borrowed EggIf one borrows a dozen eggs and one has a blood spot, how many eggs must the borrower return? If one wants to return twelve eggs, is that a potential violation of ribbis? Sources can be found here 2021-08-0641 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimLying to the Dying PatientIf a patient asks for the truth cocnerning their termnal condition, must one be honest? If a parent demands their child to share the truth about thier condition, must the child comply? Sources can be found here 2021-07-3042 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimA Child’s Liability for Damaging PropertyIf a child inadvertantly breaks a windshield, is he liable? What about when he becomes an adult? Are his parent's liable? Sources can be found here 2021-07-2349 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 13 - Resurrection pt 2 2021-07-2141 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimPrenuptial Agreement for a Second MarriageIs it possible for a couple entering a second marriage to sign a prenuptial agreement to prevent comingling of asets and for the husband to renounce his right to inherit his wife' assets? Sources can be found here 2021-07-1644 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 13 - Resurrection pt 1 2021-07-1449 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimAn Introduction to NedarimWhat are vows? Are they a good tool in avodas Hashem? What can be done to avoid becoming bound by vows? Sources can be found here 2021-07-0950 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimTrauma: The Essence of Tisha B'Av 2021-07-0544 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimPlaying Music for Children During the 3 WeeksIs it permitted to play music for young children durng the Three Weeks? Sources can be found here 2021-07-0245 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 12 - Moshiach pt 2 2021-06-3045 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimReturning Dog Food that Contains Basar B'CholovIf one mistakenly purchased dog food that contains basar b'cholov (meat and milk cooked together) is it permitted to return the dog food to the store for a refund? Sources can be found here 2021-06-2547 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 12 - Moshiach pt 1 2021-06-2347 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSwimming on ShabbosIs it permitted to swim on Shabbos? Sources can be found here 2021-06-1844 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 11 - Reward and Punishment pt 2 2021-06-1641 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimMaking a Berachah on WaterUnder what conditions do we recite a beracha on water and under what conditions is it permitted to drink water without making a beracha? Sources can be found here 2021-06-1146 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 11 - Reward and Punishment pt 1Why doesn't Hashem reward and punish automatically? Why is He personally involved in rewarding and punishing? Why is Rosh HaShanah before Yom Kippur? Wouldn't our judgement turn out better if we were forgiven for our sins before the day of judgement? Why is there no such thing as reward for mitzvos in this world?2021-06-0944 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimWho Pays the Ticket on a Rented Car that was not Inspected?If one rents a car and the renter receives a citation because the car was not inspected, who pays for the ticket? Does the renter have to pay the full cost of the rental? Sources can be found here 2021-06-0441 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 10 - Omniscience and Divine Providence pt 2 2021-06-0243 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimA Husband’s Obligation to Pay for a Special DietIf a woman requires a special medical diet, is that expense mezonos or refuah? Sources can be found here 2021-05-2855 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSome (almost) Post Covid ThoughtsI share some thoughts and lessons to take with us as, IY'H, COVID restrictions continue to ease and 'normal' life resumes.2021-05-2406 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSpare Change: Pocketing Unused Business ExpensesIf one spends less than expected on a business trip, is he permitted to keep the extra money? Sources can be found here 2021-05-2142 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimTaking Vitamins on ShabbosIs it permitted to take vitamins on Shabbos? Does it matter whether the vitamins are taken to treat a medical condition, or simply strengthen a person who is feeling weak? Sources can be found here 2021-05-1454 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 10 - Omniscience and Divine Providence pt 1How do the principles of Omniscience and Free Choice co-exist? Don't they contradict one another? We share a number of proposed resolutions to this conundrum.2021-05-1244 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 9 - Immutability of Torah pt 2 2021-05-0545 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimLearning Halacha from AgadataCan we look to agadata sources to derive certain halachos? Can a slave commit to accept the responsibility of a kesubah or is he unable to make such a commitment because he cannot own property? Sources can be found here 2021-04-3053 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 9 - Immutability of Torah pt. 1 2021-04-2842 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimSabotaging Another's AquariumIf one gives an unsuspecting acquarium owner a predatory fish that he adds to his acquarium, is the benefactor liable for the fish that the predatory fish consume? Sources can be found here 2021-04-2356 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 8 - The Authenticity of Torah pt. 2Does the existence of machlokes indicate that our mesorah is not reliable? What does אלו ואלו דברי אלוקים חיים mean? Are our sifrei torah exactly the same as Moshe Rabbeinu's?2021-04-2147 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimLiability for Selling Predatory Fish to an Unknowing Aquarium OwnerIf a fish store owner sells a customer predatory fish for his aquarium without informing him that they are predatory fish, can the customer demand a refund? Is the fish store owner liable to reimburse the customer for his fish that were eaten? Sources can be found here 2021-04-161h 05 $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 8 - The Authenticity of Torah pt. 1We briefly discuss the concepts contained in the belief of the authenticity of the Written Torah and Oral Torah. We review a number of proofs to the existence of an Oral Torah and the absurdity of the belief that the Written Torah should be able to exist without an accompanying Oral Torah 2021-04-1444 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimEating Egg Matzah on Erev Pesach that Falls on ShabbosWhat is the status of egg matzah as far as chometz is concerned and may it be consumed on Erev Pesach that falls on Shabbos? Sources can be found here 2021-03-1945 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 7 - Moshe Rabbeinu - The Father of All Prophets pt. 2We finish delineating the differences between Moshe Rabbeinu's prophecy and the prophecy of others. The phrase used by the Rambam that Moshe Rabbeinu is the "Father of all Prophets" is challenged since he was not the first prophet and explained.2021-03-1845 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimWomen's Obligation in the Mitzvah of Sippur Yetzias MitzrayimAre women Biblically obligated in the mitzvah of Sippur Yetzias Mitzrayim? Sources can be found here 2021-03-1253 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimHalachos Related to Erev Pesach that Falls on ShabbosWe review, briefly, the halachos that apply when erev Pesach falls on Shabbos.2021-03-1119 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimKashering the Kitchen for PesachWe review the procedure for kashering one's kitchen for Pesach.2021-03-1141 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimPesach Cleaning, NOT Spring CleaningAn overview of the cleaning that must be done to prepare one's house for Pesach without expending too much energy 2021-03-1111 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles Principle 7 Moshe Rabbeinu - The Father of All Prophets pt. 1We discuss whether Moshe Rabbeinu was gifted with his unique level or prophecy or it was achieved through his efforts and how the answer to that impacts each one of us. The first unique characteristic of Moshe Rabbeinu's prophecy is explained and we also explain the vital role of an intermediary in the prophecy of others.2021-03-1043 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimBedikas Chometz on ShabbosWhat happens if you forget to do bedikas chometz before Shabbos? Is it permitted to do bedikas chometz with a candle or an oil lamp on Shabbos? Join us as we explore the issues involved and the potential solutions to allow fulfilling the mitzvah on Shabbos Sources can be found here 2021-03-0553 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimMegillas Esther: Becoming RealWe begin by establishing two types of people, those who are "real" and authentic to themselves and those who are "generic" and are guided what others will think and say. We then explore the main characters of Mordechai, Achashverosh and Haman and the amazing transition that Esther goes through to become fully real which leads directly to the salvation of the Jewish People 2021-02-2525 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimCrossdressing on PurimIs it permitted to crossdress on Purim? Are prohibitions suspended when violated in an effort to celebrate?2021-02-1958 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles Principle 6 Authenticity of Prophecy pt. 2What is the essence of prophecy? What happened to the prophecy of the millions of prophets in Jewish history? Why is it a principle of faith to believe in the existence of prophecy?2021-02-1742 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimFulfilling the Mitzvah of Hearing the Megillah on ZoomWe review the relevant teshuvos about listening to megilla reading by phone or a speaker system and then discuss whether those same opinions apply to digital technology.2021-02-121h 02 $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles: Principle 6 - Authenticity of Prophecy pt 1We explore what prophecy is and the prerequisites to become a prophet. Why a prophet must be wealthy and rich is explained as well as traits that inhibit one from becoming a prophet. Finally, we explain what is intended when someone is described as a "holy man."2021-02-1043 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimForcing a Compromise to Avoid Paying a DebtIs it permitted to use various ploys and techniques to force a claimant to accept a compromise for less than the amount that is actually owed?2021-02-0448 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles: Principle 5: Worshipping Hashem Exclusively pt. 2How can we say ברכוני לשלום? Doesn't it violate the principle that prohibits davening to intermediaries? How does prayer work? Why do we pray if everything is decided for us on Rosh HaShanah?2021-02-0242 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimDamaging a Neighbor's SnowmanIf one damages a neighbor's snowman, is there any liability? What is the halacha regarding damage to objects that have little to minimum market value but significant sentimental value?2021-01-3152 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles Principle 5 Worshipping Hashem Exclusively pt. 1Davening to Hashem rather than to intermediaries. The origin of idolatry. Differentiating between the "wielder of power" and the "source of power." The difficulty this raises regarding numerous prayers such as ברכוני לשלום which seemingly, violates this principle.2021-01-2641 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimReceiving a Letter or Package on Shabbos 2021-01-2248 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimDiscovering the Real YouAn exploration of why the Jews sinned after experiencing so many miracles. We explore some of the fundamentals of our bechirah and when we cannot access free choice. Lastly, we explore how our struggles make us unique and what we can do to establish better habits in our lives.2021-01-2129 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 4 - G-d's Eternity pt 2Why is it essential to believe that Hashem "decided" to create the world? What does "first" and "last" mean when used in reference to Hashem?2021-01-2040 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimServing Ice Cream After Meat to a Demented ParentIf a non-religious parent, who is ill and declining mentally, asks for ice cream after a meat meal, is it permitted for a child to serve that parent ice cream?2021-01-1559 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles Principle 4 G-d's Eternity pt 1How do we know that Hashem is not confined in time? Clarifying that "First" does not mean that Hashem exists in the timeline. If past, present and future do not exist for Hashem, how does He judge mankind? Creation ex-nihilo.2021-01-1342 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimWhere to Light Shabbos Candles When Eating In a Simchah Hall?If one is sleeping in one home and eating in a simchah hall, where is the preferable place to light Shabbos candles?2021-01-0856 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles: Principle 3: G-d's Incorporeality pt 2In this shiur we discuss "proofs" of Hashem's existence, why we emphasize that Hashem is not physical but do not also emphasize that Hashem is not spiritual and does not exist in time. We also explore Hashem's unchanging existence even though it seems that He changes according to our behavior, the principle of midah k'neged midah and the tremendous power we have over the events and circumstances in the universe.2021-01-0643 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimKrias HaTorah in a Minyan of Kohanim and Levi'imWhat is the correct procedure for distributing aliyos when you have a minyan comprised of kohanim and levi'im?2021-01-0155 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimOne Roommate Has COVID-19, Who Moves Out?If one roommate contracts COVID-19, who moves out? The roommate who is ill or the roommate who is healthy?2020-12-2154 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimPrice Gouging COVID-19 MasksIf a group of people suddenly need masks to avoid receiving a fine, is there a limit how much a supplier may charge?2020-12-2158 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 3 - G-d's Incorporeality pt 1Is it heretical to believe that Hashem has a physical body? The impossible endeavor to empirically prove Hashem's existence. Hashem's existence outside of time. Be a judge, not a lawyer. How does midah k'neged midah work?2020-12-2155 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 2 - The Unity of G-d pt 2Understanding the unity of Hashem and how it differs from angels. Does Hashem possess anthropomorphic attributes and character traits? Why did Hashem create evil in this world and how does evil fit into the purpose of creation?2020-12-2146 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 2 - The Unity of G-d pt 1Understanding the unity of Hashem and how it differs from angels. Does Hashem possess anthropomorphic attributes and character traits? Why did Hashem create evil in this world and how does evil fit into the purpose of creation?2020-12-2142 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 1 - The Absolute Existence of G-d pt 2Understanding Hashem's existence. How did Hashem create the universe? Why is it essential to believe in Hashem's absolute existence and how does that impact ethics?2020-12-2143 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Principle 1 - The Absolute Existence of G-d pt 1Understanding Hashem's existence. How did Hashem create the universe? Why is it essential to believe in Hashem's absolute existence and how does that impact ethics?2020-12-2143 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Intro pt 2An introduction to the 13 principles of faith. How they are categorized, the debates surrounding the formulation of these principles and why it is essential to believe in them.2020-12-2146 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's Shiurim13 Principles - Intro pt. 1An introduction to the 13 principles of faith. How they are categorized, the debates surrounding the formulation of these principles and why it is essential to believe in them.2020-12-2142 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimA Seven-Branched Lighting FixtureIs it permitted to manufacture or purchase a seven-branched lighting fixture? Does such a fixture violate the prohibition of making a menorah that resembles the menorah of the Bais HaMikdash?2020-12-2156 min $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimMaking HaGomel When in QuarantineIf one travels to Israel when there is a two-week mandated quarantine, when should one recite the beracha of HaGomel?2020-12-211h 00 $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimUsing and Replacing Someone Else's Chanukah OilIs it permitted to use someone else's Chanukah oil without permission with the intent to replace it before they need it?2020-12-211h 03 $Rabbi Gershon Schaffel\'s Shiurim$ Rabbi Gershon Schaffel's ShiurimWhat Happens if Your Child Rips Your Kesubah?If a child rips a kesubah, must it be replaced?2020-12-2154 min