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YUTORAH: R' Mordechai Torczyner -- Recent ShiurimHalachic Accommodation for Eating DisordersHalachic Accommodation for Eating Disorders - Feb 22, 2026 - YU Medical Ethics Society Conference 2026: How do halachic authorities address eating disorders? Looking at three particular areas: 1) Evaluating the risk, 2) Understanding the recovery process, 3) Understanding the mental state.
2026-02-2240 min
Tzurba M'Rabanan-Jersey StyleArvus in Mitzvos- Achdus as Halachic Reality- La-Ilui Nishmas Rivkah Shoshanah Glueck and Esther Rochel Portnoy z"lhttps://thechesedfund.com/yeshivaofnewarkpodcast/keeping-the-ark-afloat
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2025-11-191h 20
Yeshiva of Newark PodcastTzurba M'Rabanan-Episode 94-Arvus in Mitzvos- Achdus as Halachic Reality-La-Ilui Nishmas Rivkah Shoshanah Glueck and Esther Rochel PortnoyPlease click on this link to contribute whatever you can to keep this podcast on the air:
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Arvus in Mitzvos
Achdus as Halachic Reality
La-Ilui Nishmas Rivkah Shoshanah Glueck and Esther Rochel Portnoy z'l
The Tzurba M’Rabanan halacha program is represented in Eretz Yisroel by over one thousand shiurim across the country. A systematic and concise learning method that walks the reader through t...
2025-11-191h 20
Women's Gallery: Showcasing Women in Jewish Leadership(32) Transforming the halachic landscape, with Nishmat founder Rabbanit Chana HenkinThis podcast is powered by LSJS. Visit lsjs.ac.uk to learn about our Jewish learning journeys & find something that suits you. NEW! Talk to us at womensgallery@lsjs.ac.uk and tell us about amazing women who you'd like to hear interviewed. Joanne Greenaway is joined by Rabbanit Chana Henkin, founder of Nishmat: The Jeanie Schottenstein Center for Advanced Torah Study for Women in Jerusalem, and Head of its Research Institute. One of the great pioneers of women's Orthodox Torah scholarship, Rabbanit Henkin has transformed the landscape of women's halachic and spiritual leader...
2025-10-2243 min
Halacha Headlines8/23/25 – Shiur 525 – UnKosher Competition – The Four Halachic Red Lines in Business You Can’t Cross | Rabbi Berel Wein ZT”L – never published interview | The Headlines Quit Smoking ChallengeRabbi Berel Wein ZT”L – never published interview – educating our youth who don’t want to listen
with Rabbi Wein – Renowned Rov, Author and Lecturer – 16:03
The Headlines Quit Smoking Challenge – featuring David Kopciel, Stamford Hill, London
with David Kopciel – 9:35
UnKosher Competition – The Four Halachic Red Lines in Business You Can’t Cross
When is it prohibited to interfere with someone else’s pending transaction? (“Ani Hamehapech B’chararah”)
When is it prohibited to capitalize on someone else’s groundwork? (“Ani Hamenakef”)
Beis Din in Action:
• Outbidding someone for an apartment
• Poaching a long-term client
• Takin...
2025-08-221h 55
Dirshu Mishnah BerurahMB 318.1 - Cooking on Shabbat: Halachic Implications of Intentional & Unintentional ActsIn this episode, we delve into the foundational halachic principles surrounding cooking and other prohibited work on Shabbat. We explore the ramifications of actions done intentionally vs. unintentionally, whether one may benefit from the results, and how this applies to cooking, heating, dyeing, and even industrial processes like firing clay or softening metal. Practical rulings, such as using disposable cups with hot liquids, are also addressed.🔍 Episode Highlights:Key Focus: When and how one may benefit from prohibited Shabbat labor.Core Principle: Intent matters — the halachic consequences differ for intentional (מזיד) and unintentional (שוגג) acts.Applicatio...
2025-08-0630 minDirshu Mishnah BerurahMB 316.12 - Trapping Animals on Shabbat: Halachic Guidelines for Domesticated and Wild CreaturesIn this episode, we explore the halachic complexities surrounding the concept of trapping animals on Shabbat. What defines an animal as domesticated? When does bringing an animal indoors cross into forbidden territory? We discuss key opinions from major halachic sources about handling household pets, birds, and stray animals, and clarify the role of intent, animal behavior, and the size of a home or courtyard in determining permissibility.
2025-07-2123 minDirshu Mishnah BerurahMB 316.9 - Halachic Guidelines for Flea and Lice Removal on Shabbat: Permissible Trapping and KillingIn this episode, we delve into the halachic complexities of dealing with small insects—specifically fleas and lice—on Shabbat. We explore when removing or killing them is permitted, distinguishing between pain-based allowances and general prohibitions. Learn key rulings from classic halachic sources and understand the rabbinic versus biblical distinctions regarding trapping and killing small creatures on Shabbat.
2025-07-1719 minDirshu Mishnah BerurahMB 316.1 - Shabbat Laws of Trapping: Understanding Halachic Boundaries for Animals, Birds & FishIn this episode, we begin a new Siman on the halachic concept of trapping animals on Shabbat. We explore when trapping constitutes a Torah-level prohibition versus a rabbinic one. Topics include the distinction between enclosed but non-restrictive spaces (like a large house) and true confinement, differences in trapping birds, fish, and wild animals, and how intent versus outcome impacts the halachic status. Practical cases, such as closing windows in cold weather, are discussed with nuanced application of the principle of psik reisha.
2025-07-1011 min
Women's Gallery: Showcasing Women in Jewish Leadership(25) Scaling the heights of halachic scholarship, with Rabbanit Chamutal ShovalThis podcast is powered by LSJS. Visit lsjs.ac.uk/connect to learn about our Jewish learning journeys & find something that suits you. I'm delighted to welcome Rabbanit Chamutal Shoval, Director of the Susi Bradfield Women's Institute of Halachic Leadership at Midreshet Lindenbaum, and a graduate of its rigorous five‑year program as a Morat Hora'a and Manhiga Ruchanit - empowering women with halachic authority and spiritual leadership and enabling female halachic leaders to claim their place in discourse, advisory roles, synagogues, schools, and more, both in Israel and abroad. She spent two transformative years...
2025-07-0849 minDirshu Mishnah BerurahMB 314.4 - 314.6 - Opening Barrels on Shabbat: Creating Spouts, Holes, and Halachic BoundariesIn this episode, we explore the halachic intricacies of creating openings in objects on Shabbat, focusing on wine barrels. We discuss when it's permissible to insert a spout or remove a lid, and when actions like piercing the side of a barrel or using a myrtle leaf as a makeshift tap are prohibited. Key distinctions are made between actions done intentionally to create a functional opening and those done for broader access, along with concerns about completing a utensil. Practical examples and rulings from classic halachic sources guide this nuanced analysis.
2025-06-1917 minHalacha Headlines6/21/25 – Shiur 517 – The “Iran War” – on the Halachic FrontlinesIs it prohibited to go to Minyan when the “Home Front Command” and Chief Rabbis say not to go?
Can you carry a phone on Shabbos to hear the warnings of incoming missiles?
Can you leave on the news (radio, TV, Internet) on Shabbos to hear what’s going on?
Should we say Hamapil before sleep, since we may need to immediately head to the bomb shelter?
Do you need to wash Netilas Yadayim before heading to a bomb shelter in the middle of the night?
Does the IDF need to be concerned that the bo...
2025-06-191h 45
Israel Gap Year B'IYUNS2 EP5 Common Halachic Questions During Your Year in IsraelIn this episode of Israel Gap Year B’Iyun, Avi Proctor sits down with Rabbi Aryeh Ifrah, a Rebbe at Yeshivat Torat Shraga, to discuss the halachic challenges that students commonly face during their year in Israel—and beyond.With his deep knowledge of halacha and years of experience working with yeshiva students, Rabbi Ifrah shares practical advice on how to navigate everyday situations through a Torah lens.Together, they tackle key questions, including:How to handle Hilchot Shabbat issuesKashrut challenges when traveling or eating outHow to balance family expectations with halachic growthImportant day-to-day hala...
2025-04-2751 min
Justice Unbound: Women, Religion and the State of Israel(11) Halachic PrenupsToo many women find themselves powerless in the face of get refusal or being trapped as an agunah. But halachic prenuptial agreements can change that. Rivkah explains how these agreements use legal and halachic tools to prevent injustice and why every couple--engaged and married--should consider signing one. Find the agreements here. Justice Unbound is made possible by the generous support of the Gimprich Family Foundation.
2025-03-2623 min
History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast#152 - Jewish Physicians III – Ottoman Vignettes and Halachic Questions feat. Rabbi Dr Akiva TatzIn Eastern Europe quacks and soothsayers were in abundance, as were invented remedies whilst the Ottoman Empire provided refuge from Spain but came with its own risk.
But do the best doctors end up in Hell according to Jewish tradition? Can one give a vaccine that also kills people? And may one smoke on Shabbos to perform better surgery?
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00:00 The Landscape of Medical Practice in 18th Century Russia
02:55 The Role of Jewish Physicians in Europe
05:52 The Influence of Jewish Medical Practitioners in the Ottoman Empire
2025-02-1356 min
Classes by Mordechai DinermanDreams of Revision: The Role of Dreams in Altering Halachic RulingsIn the 1970s, a Chabad journal in Israel published a story about the Alter Rebbe reversing a halachic ruling based on a dream, sparking significant controversy. This incident opens the door to a fascinating exploration of a practice that was surprisingly common among Ashkenazic rabbis in the 12th and 13th centuries—using dreams to guide halachic decisions.
Dreams of Revision: The Role of Dreams in Altering Halachic Rulings
2024-08-211h 09
Shu"T First, Ask Questions Later49. Evasion, Avoidance and Workarounds in the Halachic System - Feat. Rabbi Daniel Z. FeldmanIn this episode, Rabbi Daniel Z. Feldman joins us to explore the fascinating themes of his book "Letter and Spirit: Evasion, Avoidance, and Workarounds in the Halachic System". We delve into the intricate strategies and mechanisms that have evolved within Jewish law to navigate complex ethical and legal dilemmas. Rabbi Feldman shares his expertise on how halachic authorities have employed "ha'aramos" to balance competing values and reconcile seemingly irreconcilable tensions. Through our conversation, we gain insight into the dynamic and adaptive nature of the halachic system, and how these strategies continue to shape Jewish legal and ethical discourse.
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2024-06-1940 min
Classes by Mordechai DinermanThe Masada Martyrs: Halachic Perspectives on History’s Hardest ChoicesHow does a halachic mind interpret the harrowing events at Masada, where Jewish rebels chose death at their own hands over surrender? In this class, we delve into this question, exploring not only the tragic case at Masada but also similar ethical dilemmas faced by Jews during the Middle Ages when confronted with forced conversions under Christian rule. The complexities of these historic moments offer deep insights into the moral and spiritual struggles that have shaped Jewish resilience and identity.
The Masada Martyrs: Halachic Perspectives on History’s Hardest Choices
2024-05-221h 12
The Motivation Congregation: The #1 Torah & Mussar PodcastUnraveling Halloween: A Halachic Inquiry into Pagan Traditions and Jewish LawsAre you ready to unravel the mysteries of Halloween through the lens of Halacha? Brace yourselves as we dive into a discussion, breaking away from our usual format and exploring this secular festivity and its potential conflicts with Jewish law. We trace Halloween back to its roots, to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain and its integration into Roman and Christian traditions. Are you curious if trick-or-treating or donning a costume might infringe on Halachic prohibitions? You're not alone, and we're here to explore these queries. But remember, we're not rabbis, so for practical Halachic guidance, always...
2023-10-3013 min
Jewish Physicians NetworkTishrei for Medical Professionals Class 2- A Halachic Approach to Fasting and Medical InterventionsRabbi Y Sprung delves into the Halachic considerations surrounding Yom Kippur, the holiest day and most stringent fast in the Jewish calendar.
Topics Covered:
The fundamentals of fasting on Yom Kippur
Halachic perspectives on the usage of IVs
Medical ethics and considerations for those who are ill or at risk
2023-09-1328 min
The Q & A with Rabbi Breitowitz PodcastQ&A- Genetic Modification, Smartphones & AI Halachic DecisionsDedication opportunities are available for episodes and series at https://ohr.edu/donate/qa Questions? Comments? podcasts@ohr.edu 00:00 Does the law that the interpretation of a dream comes true still hold true today? 05:49 What is the status of the Black Hebrew Israelite ideology in halacha? 08:18 When is it proper to say "bli neder"? 10:07 If an AI has all the existing halachic literature, can we trust its answer to basic halachic questions? 15:13 How can one catch up in davening if one falls even farther behind every kaddish? 16:54 Can one rely on signs or omens when making a decision? 20:54 Can I make kiddus...
2023-05-041h 41
Jewish Physicians NetworkJPN Grand Rounds: Attitudes-Controversies in Organ Donation: Secular and Halachic Perspectives- Dr. Eddie ReichmanIn this thought-provoking talk, "Attitudes-Controversies in Organ Donation: Secular and Halachic Perspectives," Rabbi Dr. Edward Reichman delves into the ethical and moral issues surrounding organ donation from both secular and Halachic viewpoints.
Join us as we explore the various attitudes toward organ donation and the controversies that arise. We touch on the ethical principles of autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, and justice and how these principles can be applied in the context of organ donation. Moreover, we focus on the Halachic perspectives of organ donation and how Jewish law views the concept. We examine the Talmudic and Rabbinic texts that deal...
2023-03-221h 05
Machshavah LabQ&A #10 - Iyun Procedures, Sensitivity to Halachic Laxity, and Dealing with the IRSHave any questions, insights, or feedback? Send me a text!Synopsis: This morning (11/25/22), in our Friday Q&A, we addressed three topics: (1a) What is the advised course of action when starting a sugya in Gemara? (1b) What methodological differences are there between iyun in Tanach and iyun in Gemara? (2) What are the guidelines for maintaining one's own halachic integrity in the presence of someone who is not as committed to halachic observance? (3) How should one react to the loss of a significant amount of money, especially at the hands of the IRS? -----מקורות:Seneca...
2022-11-2534 min
Rabbi Blackman (RDB)Roe vs Wade - Halachic positions on abortionRoe vs Wade - Halachic positions on abortion
2022-06-2735 minThe Q & A with Rabbi Breitowitz PodcastQ&A- Gun Policy, Halachic Prenup & Yeshiva Education Oversight Would you like to sponsor an episode? A series? We'd love to hear from you : podcasts@ohr.edu https://podcasts.ohr.edu/ 00:00 What is the basis of the Magen David? 01:46 What is the Torah view on liability of a self driving vehicle? 8:23 How important is pronunciation in the formula of tefilla? For example, many people don't pronounce a moving shvah (like in Kedusha or Kaddish), or they misplace an emphasis, such as mezoinos instead of mezonos. Also, when we sing songs, like Lecha dodi or zemiros, or Shir hamalos, we might change the emphasis. Since difference nusachs exist, or people use m...
2022-05-251h 38
YUTORAH: R' Menachem Genack -- Recent ShiurimBioethical and Halachic Perspectives on BiotechnologyBioethical and Halachic Perspectives on Biotechnology - May 8, 2022 -
2022-05-091h 31
Mikvah.orgMenopause Part Two The Halachic and Hashkafic perspectiveThe Halachic and Hashkafic perspective on Menopause by Kallah teachers Mrs Chaya Klein and Mrs Esther Piekarski
2022-05-041h 40
Classes by Mordechai DinermanFinders Keepers? Halachic Implications From Tzaraas In the HomeEvery so often we hear of someone who is blessed with a true windfall. In such instances, we often find multiple parties claiming a stake in the bonanza. How do we determine ownership when there are conflicting claims to life’s valued surprises?
Finders Keepers? Halachic Implications From Tzaraas In the Home
2022-04-0356 min
Rambam BekiusThe Experience of Using the Mishneh Torah to Answer a Halachic Question Have any questions, insights, or feedback? Send me a text!This afternoon (3/24/22), in our Rambam Bekius chavurah, we went on a little adventure. In his first mission statement for the Mishneh Torah the Rambam promises that his work will contain the answer to every halachic question that needs to be answered: either he will answer it directly OR he will "mention the foundation from which the answer to that question can be derived easily without too much analysis." Obviously, there are many who believe that the Rambam failed in this regard. But what might it look like...
2022-03-2459 min
Classes by Mordechai DinermanThe Halachic Status of Christianity: Insights from Newly Discovered Passages of the Alter Rebbe’s Shulchan AruchFor centuries, Halachic authorities have debated how to designate Christian theological beliefs. In recent weeks, a new manuscript of the Alter Rebbe’s Shulchan Aruch has surfaced, providing us with an important new voice in this conversation.
The Halachic Status of Christianity: Insights from Newly Discovered Passages of the Alter Rebbe’s Shulchan Aruch
2022-03-091h 02
CandiDateThe Halachic Prenuptial: Keshet Starr, CEO ORALearn about get refusal, what the Halachic Prenup says, and how we can start relationships on the right foot.Hosted by Rabbi Larry Rothwachs
2022-02-1644 min
Mikvah.orgPlanning for the Change of Plans: A Halachic and Hashkafic Overview of Chuppas NidaRabbi Tuvia Kasimov presents an halachic overview of Chupas Nida. Kallah Teachers Hindy Greisman and Shaina Rosenfeld give practical tips and hashkafic points to consider when planning (or not planning) for this scenario. This session is for informational purposes only, and does not replace the need for individual guidance from a Rav when having a Chupas Nidah. For feedback or to sponsor an episode, please reach out at podcast@mikvah.org.
2022-01-191h 12
WebYeshiva.orgMental Health & Halacha: The halachic treatment of anorexiaIn this session we will cover how halachic treats anorexia, primarily with regards to halachic fasting.
2022-01-1357 min
STL TorahCastHalachic Estate Planning - Rabbi Ari MarburgerClick HERE for the video of the class. Click HERE for Halachic Estate Planning Booklet
Rabbi Ari Marburger is a Dayan for the Bais Din Maysharim of Lakewood, and author of “Business Halacha: A Practical Guide to Modern Business“
2021-12-1453 min
Heimish of HoustonHalachic Conundrums with Rabbi Nagel video recordings and shabbosHalachic Conundrums with Rabbi Nagel video recordings and shabbos
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2021-11-1632 min
Jewish Ideas to Change the WorldHow the Discoveries of Isaac Newton & Ferdinand Magellan Changed Halachic Definitions of Up & DownA virtual event presentation by Dr. Jon Greenberg
Event Co-Sponsored By:
Sinai and Synapses, Scientists and Synagogues Program
ABOUT THE EVENT:
The class will cover many of the following ideas –
*How the discoveries of Isaac Newton and Ferdinand Magellan changed the halachic definitions of up and down
*Changing meaning within Tanach: Why is “a land dripping with milk and honey” a blessing in Torah but a curse in Isaiah?”
*How did the Talmud’s classification of living things anticipate a scientific discovery by 1700 years?
*Structure of the Solar System in the Talmud and later
ABOUT THE SPEAKER:
Jon Greenberg received his Bachel...
2021-11-1559 minHeimish of HoustonHalachic conundrums with Rabbi Nagel preparing for after shabbosHalachic conundrums with Rabbi Nagel preparing for after shabbos
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2021-11-0240 minHeimish of HoustonHalachic conundrums 3 with Rabbi Nagel- maris ayinHalachic conundrums 3 with Rabbi Nagel- maris ayin
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2021-10-2627 minHeimish of HoustonHalachic Conundrums 2 with Rabbi Nagel- clapping and dancing on shabbosHalachic Conundrums 2 with Rabbi Nagel clapping and dancing on shabbos
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2021-10-1223 minHeimish of HoustonHalachic Conundrums with Rabbi Nagel 1Discussion with Rabbi Nagel Halachic Conundrums with Rabbi Nagel 1. If I donate something I got at a discount can I consider the market value as my donation?
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2021-10-0521 min
Think Smart. Act Smart.Episode #9 Listen to this Halachic and Hashkafic approach to dating, by Rabbi Coren, Rav of Ohr Chaim in Monsey NY and Rabbinic Advisor to Partners in Shidduchim.Listen to this Halachic and Hashkafic approach to dating, by Rabbi Coren, Rav of Ohr Chaim in Monsey NY and Rabbinic Advisor to Partners in Shidduchim. In this episode, Rabbi Coren responds to questions relevant to daters. Walk away with an empowered perspective about what you can do to further advance your efforts to meet your bashert.
2021-06-0818 min
Jewish Ideas to Change the WorldHalachic decision-making in modern times with Rabbi Avi HerzogJoin Rabbi Avi Herzog for a Zoom webinar on Halachic decision-making in modern times.
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2021-05-2856 min
Ten Minute HalachaHalachic UndergarmentsHalachic UndergarmentsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/ten-minute-halacha/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2021-04-2209 min
Rabbi Blackman (RDB)Halachic Approaches to Sefira RestrictionsHalachic Approaches to Sefira Restrictions
2021-04-0819 min
Rambam InsightsDifferences in the Halachic Waiting Room (Mechusrei Kaparah 3:4)
Rabbi Eli Nosson SilberbergDifferences in the Halachic Waiting Room (Mechusrei Kaparah 3:4)
Rabbi Eli Nosson Silberberg
2021-01-1717 min
SeforimchatterWith R' Simcha Lauer discussing his book, " Learning the News: Halachic Perspectives on Current Events"#49.With R' Simcha Lauer discussing his book, " Learning the News: Halachic Perspectives on Current Events".We discuss Gedolim's outlook on reading the news, how he approached writing the book, and a few examples from the book. To purchase the book: https://mosaicapress.com/product/learning-the-news/Support the show
2020-12-2232 min
Rabbi Light ShiurimVaccine: Halachic ImplicationsVaccine: Halachic Implications by Rabbi Noach Light
2020-12-2143 min
Rabbi David Bar-HayimHanukkah Candles and Halachic OverthinkIn this episode, Rav David Bar-Hayim explores the differences in opinions on when the proper time to light the Hanukkah candles are and how some opinions are based on halachic overthink.
Originally uploaded to YouTube on Dec 6, 2020.
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2020-12-1319 minRabbi David Bar-HayimMachon Shilo's Rabbi David Bar-Hayim Explains His Halachic MethodologyIn this episode, Rav David Bar-Hayim explains his halachic methodology and how he approaches every topic within the Torah.
Originally uploaded to YouTube on June 9, 2013.
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2020-10-2900 min
RZ חדשיHalachic AdvocacyRabbi Benny Lau recently published a guide for families of members of the religious LGBTQ+ community, and more recently in an interview, Rabbanit Malka Puterkovsky suggested that shifts in the dynamics of marital relationships should mean that we should reevaluate the laws of non-intimate touch between husbands and wives when in a state of Niddah. In light of this, Rabbi Avraham Stav wrote a thought-provoking facebook post where he considered why both these well known individuals felt it necessary to make a disclaimer that they were not rendering a halachic ruling, and how we should understand the notion of publicizing...
2020-10-2846 minRabbi David Bar-HayimIs Orthodox Judaism Synonymous with Halachic Judaism?In this episode, Rav David Bar-Hayim explores whether Orthodox Judaism is synonymous with Halachic Judaism.
Originally uploaded to YouTube on Nov 1, 2015.
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2020-10-2800 minRambam InsightsThe Halachic “Forever” - Rambam L’iyun with Rabbi Eli Nosson Silberberg - Geirushin 8The Halachic “Forever” - Rambam L’iyun with Rabbi Eli Nosson Silberberg - Geirushin 8
2020-09-2715 minRambam InsightsThe Halachic Relationship of Marriage - Halacha L’iyun with Rabbi Moshe Weiss - Ishus 22:1The Halachic Relationship of Marriage - Halacha L’iyun with Rabbi Moshe Weiss - Ishus 22:1 - https://www.rambam.today/
2020-09-2316 min
Hock and Psak | האקין-פסק#6.5 Aang vs. Amalek ft. Al BenolielShmuel and Al(Noah will, b"H, be back within two weeks) have a philosophical discussion about the place of pacifism in Jewish tradition and thought, based (somewhat) in Avatar the Last Airbender.
2020-08-2720 minHock and Psak | האקין-פסק#6 Polyjuice PilpulShmuel and Noah look into the Polyjuice Potion from Harry Potter, and discuss the halachic implications of impersonation and deception. Source sheet: halaachic.org/hap6
2020-08-2019 minHock and Psak | האקין-פסק#5 Dexter the DayanShmuel and Noah discuss Judaism's view on the vigilante justice in the show Dexter, where a characters takes the law into his own hands to stop serial killers and other criminals. Source sheet can be found at halachic.org/hap5
2020-08-1316 minHock and Psak | האקין-פסק#4 Prophetic Punishments, ft. Rami SloanShmuel and Noah are joined by Reagan Institute intern, Rami Sloan. Together they explore the movie "Minority Report" and whether we can punish someone based on something they will do in the future. Sourcesheet can be found at halachic.org/hap4.
2020-08-0624 min
Kol DerachehaKol Isha I: Halachic BasisIn this episode we discuss the halachic basis for the concept of Kol Isha. How does Halacha view song in general? What is of specific concern with kol isha? When and to which type of voice does kol isha apply? To see the sources inside, click here https://www.deracheha.org/kol-isha-1-halachic-basis/
2020-08-0332 minHock and Psak | האקין-פסק#3 [Tisha B'Av Edition] To Deny or Not to Deny[Tisha B'Av Approved!] In this episode, Noah and Shmuel discuss how Judaism and Halacha view an individual's decision to abstain from worldly pleasures as a form of "teshuva." The incident in question is from the book "The Secret of Platform 13". Source sheet can be found at halachich.org/hap3
2020-07-2925 minHock and Psak | האקין-פסק#2 The Pirate PelaThis week, Shmuel and Noah explore if a pirate is allowed to flog his son if it will save him from a worse whipping later on in "Pirates of the Carribean: Dead Man's Chest". Source sheet is available at halachic.org/hap2
2020-07-2318 min
The Kol Isha PodcastEpisode 14 - Jewish Divorce, agunot, and halachic prenups with Keshet Starr, CEO of OraKeshet Starr, CEO of Ora (Organization for the Resolution of Agunot) joins me to talk about the issues surrounding Jewish divorce, agunot, and the halachic prenup. Ora has been incredibly instrumental in helping both women and men navigate the difficulties of divorce.
2020-07-2300 minHock and Psak | האקין-פסק#1 The Joker's RodefsShmuel and Noah explore the classic scene in "The Dark Knight" where the Joker plants explosives on two boats, one with civilians and one with Gotham's worst criminals. He gives each boat the detonator to the opposite ship, and says if no one presses the button both will explode at midnight. Look at the sources for yourself at halachic.org/hap1
2020-07-1625 min
Hock and Psak | האקין-פסק#0 Hock and Psak TrailerA light but genuine podcast discussing fictional situations in movies and books through a halachic lense. Join our resident chevruta, Shmuel and Noah, as they blur the line between idle banter and sincere discourse.
2020-07-1001 min
KMTT - the Torah PodcastThe Process of Pesak Halacha 30: Chillul Hashem as a Factor in Pesak and Halachic PolicyThe Process of Pesak Halacha 30: Chillul Hashem as a Factor in Pesak and Halachic Policy, by Rav Jonathan Ziring How does the concern for Chillul Hashem generate both halachic policy and shape halachic decision making itself? How does this play out both in lenient and stringent directions?
2020-06-2333 min
The Kotzk PodcastKotzk Podcast Ep004: Why is Masada absent from halachic discussion?The siege and mass suicide of the Zealots at Masada in 73 CE is legendary in Jewish history, but the Rabbis of both the Mishnaic and subsequent eras do not mention it at all. In this episode, Gavin and Jordan explore some possible reasons for this, and discuss how suicide for theological or military reasons has been addressed in halacha.
Original link: https://www.kotzkblog.com/2020/05/274-why-is-masada-absent-from-halachic.html
2020-06-221h 03
It's GeniusRav Eliezer Silver - Halachic Issues and Implications of Akeidas YitzchakRav 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 has been graciously sponsored by JewishPodcasts.fm. There is much overhead to maintain this service so please help us continue our goal of helping Jewish lecturers become podcasters and support us with a donation: https://thechesedfund.com/jewishpodcasts/donate
2020-05-2718 min
HovadiaHalachic Overview - April 07 2020 Part 2 - Zoom & Seder Night ExplainedAn overview of Halachic Rules: Regarding Suicide and The Elderly who are sick with a Pandemic Disease who want to connect via Zoom the Seder Night.
2020-04-0724 min
HovadiaHalachic Overview - April 07 2020 Part 3An overview of Halachic Rules: The Blessing of matza though the day of Passover, Regarding the Blessing of Gomel, The Cohen wearing a mask while blessing, How to purity Vessels and Utensils when the Mikveh is closed, and a Substitute for saying Kadish, Kedusha and Baruchu.
2020-04-0734 min
HovadiaHalachic Overview - April 07 2020An overview of Halachic Rules: Regarding first born fasts on Eve of Passover, Hair Cutting on Hol Hamoed, Missing Kadish,
2020-04-0731 min
KMTT - the Torah PodcastThe Halachic PrenupThe Halachic Prenup, Special Shiur by Rav Mordechai Willig. Rav Mordechai Willig, Rosh Yeshiva at YU, will spoke with Bnei Chul on Tuesday Jan 14, 2020, on Halachic Solutions to the Aguna Problem. Rav Willig wrote the Prenuptial Agreement that is widely used today and is one of the leading experts in the field.
2020-01-151h 00KMTT - the Torah PodcastThe Process of Pesak Halacha 08: The Role of Kabbalah in Halachic Decision MakingThe Process of Pesak Halacha 08: The Role of Kabbalah in Halachic Decision Making, by Rav Jonathan Ziring What role does Kabbalistic texts have in making halachic decisions? Do they have the role of primary texts, precedent, or are they not part of the equation? Does the Zohar have a different role than other texts?
2019-12-1632 min
Kol DerachehaHead Covering I - Halachic BasisIn this episode we discuss where head-covering is mentioned in the Torah, and in which contexts it is raised in the Mishnah and Gemara. We'll discuss sources which relate head-covering strongly to the concept of "dat yehudit", and secondarily to the concept of "erva". To read more about the sources mentioned in the podcast, click over to our full article here: https://www.deracheha.org/head-covering-1-halachic-basis/
2019-11-2623 min
Jewish Ideas to Change the WorldEthan Tucker - Halachic Process, Adaptation, & Relevance TodayRabbi Dr. Shmuly Yanklowitz, President & Dean of Valley Beit Midrash, interviews Rabbi Dr. Ethan Tucker, the Rosh Yeshiva of Hadar (https://www.hadar.org/) on the topic of "Halachic Process, Adaptation, & Relevance Today!"
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2019-11-2124 min
Kol DerachehaWomen's Status 2 - Halachic StatusAfter establishing in our previous podcast than men and women are viewed as having equal sanctity in Judaism, we'll explore the halachic obligations of men and women - when are they the same and when are they different? We'll discuss rules of thumb for gender differences in halacha, and how we're meant to understand these differences.
2019-06-2412 min
The Chochmat Nashim Podcast: Women Talk JudaismHalachic Prenups: Make Love, Not War (Season 2 Episode 16)Flowers, check. Dress, check. Band, check. Wait, what about your halachic prenup? Chochmat Nashim explains why a halachic prenuptial agreement is essential — not only for every Jewish couple, but for the Jewish community at large. Music: "Misery" by The Whips
2019-06-1900 min
Beth Jacob AtlantaThe "Shabbos Goy": Why Colin Powel And Donald Trump Are Not Good Halachic PrecedentsThe "Shabbos Goy": Why Colin Powel And Donald Trump Are Not Good Halachic Precedents by Congregation Beth Jacob
2018-12-1007 min
The Maimonides MinuteHilchot Tefilah 13:5-6 (Who wrote the last eight verses of the Torah? What's their halachic status?)The Rambam asserts that the last eight verses of the Torah - which describe Moshe's death and its aftermath - were written by Moshe as was the rest of the Torah. Yet the Rambam also says that they have a special halachic status. How can we explain this discrepancy?
2018-07-0505 min
Everyday HalachahHalachic Issues and the Chassidic Movement, Part 6Topics include: when kabbalistic authorities disagree with halachic authorities,the issue of wearing tefillin on Chol Hamoed, Rabeinu Tam’s tefillin, shape of the tallis, wearing a gartel and hat for prayer.
2017-02-2345 min
Everyday HalachahHalachic Issues and the Chassidic Movement, Part 6Topics include: when kabbalistic authorities disagree with halachic authorities,the issue of wearing tefillin on Chol Hamoed, Rabeinu Tam’s tefillin, shape of the tallis, wearing a gartel and hat for prayer.
2017-02-2345 min
Everyday HalachahHalachic Issues and the Chassidic Movement, Part 6Topics include: when kabbalistic authorities disagree with halachic authorities,the issue of wearing tefillin on Chol Hamoed, Rabeinu Tam’s tefillin, shape of the tallis, wearing a gartel and hat for prayer.
2017-02-2345 min
YUTORAH: YU Student Medical Ethics Society -- Recent ShiurimA Parent’s Right To Choose: Prenatal Genetic Modification and its Halachic RamificationsA Parent’s Right To Choose: Prenatal Genetic Modification and its Halachic Ramifications - Apr 3, 2016 -
2016-04-0500 min
womenGet: Process of Halachic Decision- Rabbi Haim OvadiaThe Get- Process of Halachic Decision in Jewish Law (110415)
2016-03-1419 min
Halakhic Methodology- Rabbi Haim Ovadia2 Flexibility in Halachic Process (110615) Rabbi Haim Ovadia2 Flexibility in Halachic Process
2016-03-1418 minHalakhic Methodology- Rabbi Haim Ovadia2 Flexibility in Halachic Process (110615) Rabbi Haim Ovadia2 Flexibility in Halachic Process
2016-03-1418 minHalakhic Methodology- Rabbi Haim Ovadia1 Flexibility in Halachic Process (110515) Rabbi Haim Ovadia 23 minFlexibility in Halachic Process part 1
2016-03-1422 minHalakhic Methodology- Rabbi Haim Ovadia1 Flexibility in Halachic Process (110515) Rabbi Haim Ovadia 23 minFlexibility in Halachic Process part 1
2016-03-1422 min
Beth Messiah's Weekly MessageThe Halachic WalkGuest speaker, Rabbi Rich Nichol, talks about the Messianic Jewish, Halachic Walk.
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2016-01-1641 min
Kashrus HalachaHalachic Issues of Heter Mechirah [Part 2] (Shemittah #19 - Heter Mechirah C)Inherent Halachic Issues Part 2
- Lo Sechanem
Shelichus is required
Lo sechanem to sell land
Sheliach lid'var aveirah
Invalidates the shelichus
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2015-02-0634 min
Kashrus HalachaHalachic Issues of Heter Mechirah [Part 1] (Shemittah #18 - Heter Mechirah B)Inherent Halachic Issues Part 1
- Tabu
- Ha'aramah/Gemiras Da'as (ha'aramah be'd'rabannan, mechiras chametz, Devarim shebilev)
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2015-01-3042 min
Sources of Halacha – Hashkafa CircleSources of Halacha 11 – Halachic minhagimThis shiur is a continuation of last week’s shiur. The Talmud seems to contradict itself in the halachos of Shema in the evening and in the morning. It seems to uphold two opposing opinions. The Rif explains that one is l’chatchila and the other is b’di-eved, but maintains that both are halacha. Baal HaMaor challenges […]
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2010-04-2700 minYUTORAH: R' Yosef Carmel -- Recent ShiurimDefining Death in the Halachic State of IsraelDefining Death in the Halachic State of Israel - Mar 10, 2010 - Shiur by Rav Yosef Carmel, Rosh Kollel of Kollel Eretz Hemdah, on defining Death in the State of Israel, and recent developments in the laws of determining death and donating organs.
2010-03-101h 00Everyday HalachahHalachic Issues and the Chassidic Movement, Part 5Learn basic Jewish laws and customs to properly observe the Torah traditions, with a touch of some of the underlying halachic reasoning and practical applications, and occasional chassidic insights. This class is based on the text of the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch (the abridged code of Jewish law).
2001-01-0147 minEveryday HalachahHalachic Responses Related to the Nine Days and Tisha B’AvLearn basic Jewish laws and customs to properly observe the Torah traditions, with a touch of some of the underlying halachic reasoning and practical applications, and occasional chassidic insights. This class is based on the text of the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch (the abridged code of Jewish law).
2001-01-0138 minEveryday HalachahHalachic Issues and the Chassidic Movement, Part 4Learn basic Jewish laws and customs to properly observe the Torah traditions, with a touch of some of the underlying halachic reasoning and practical applications, and occasional chassidic insights. This class is based on the text of the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch (the abridged code of Jewish law).
2001-01-0133 minEveryday HalachahHalachic Responses Related to the Nine Days and Tisha B’AvLearn basic Jewish laws and customs to properly observe the Torah traditions, with a touch of some of the underlying halachic reasoning and practical applications, and occasional chassidic insights. This class is based on the text of the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch (the abridged code of Jewish law).
2001-01-0138 minEveryday HalachahHalachic Issues and the Chassidic Movement, Part 4Learn basic Jewish laws and customs to properly observe the Torah traditions, with a touch of some of the underlying halachic reasoning and practical applications, and occasional chassidic insights. This class is based on the text of the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch (the abridged code of Jewish law).
2001-01-0133 minEveryday HalachahHalachic Issues and the Chassidic Movement, Part 5Learn basic Jewish laws and customs to properly observe the Torah traditions, with a touch of some of the underlying halachic reasoning and practical applications, and occasional chassidic insights. This class is based on the text of the Kitzur Shulchan Aruch (the abridged code of Jewish law).
2001-01-0147 min