Shows
A-Muse with Reb Ari BensoussanTransmission of Torah From Moshe to YouIn this weeks class we cover the Mesorah of Torah from Moshe to us today. This is a very important class to know that the same Torah Moshe taught the Jews in the Midbar is the same that we are learning and teaching today. (One correction- I said the the Yemenite Jews concerning their lack of Torah Shel bal Peh in truth I meant the Ethiopian jews)
2025-01-1644 min
The Netivot Israel Class on TefilahMoshe Ibn Ezra (Payytanim #22)In this shiur we meet one of the greatest Spanish Payytanim, Moshe Ibn Ezra. We learn about his life, his thought, and his Piyyut.
2022-11-2357 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahYismach MosheIn this shiur we discuss the Amidah of Shabbat morning. We look at the earliest origins of Yismach Moshe, and we study the themes of the prayer as well as some variations in Minhag.
2021-06-3040 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahKeriat HaTorah Part IIn this shiur we discuss the history of Keriat HaTorah, and we delve into the liturgical portions of the Mitvah.
2020-09-2348 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahMondays and Thursdays (Part 2)In this shiur we examine the texts of the longer Techinot that are said on Mondays and Thursdays. We also cover some of the backgrounds and the relevant Halachot.
2020-09-1654 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahMondays and Thursdays (Part 1)In this shiur we introduce the Techinot that are customarily said every Monday and Thursday after the regular Tachanun.
2020-09-0941 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahTachanun Part 5 (Closing Verses)In this shiur we discuss the closing verses of the weekday Tachanun after Nefilat Apayim. We look at why these Pesukim were chosen, and the history of the various Piyuttim that are woven in.
2020-09-0240 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahTachanun Part 4 (Nefilat Apayim)In this shiur we discuss the section of Tachanun where we customarily "fall on our faces". This also involves a discussion of Perek 6 and 25 of Tehillim that are said by Ashkenazim and Sepharadim respectively.
2020-08-2646 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahTachanun Part III (13 Middot)In this shiur we discuss the 13 Middot, the Attributes of Mercy that are recited daily by the congregation along with the Chazzan. We study the ideas and the history of this Seder that was in use since the time of Moshe Rabbeinu.
2020-08-1945 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahTachanun Part II (Viduy)In this shiur we discuss Viduy, the first part of the daily Tachanun in the modern Sephardic Siduurim. We discuss the ideas, Halachot, and history of this insertion.
2020-08-1249 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahTachanun Part IIn this shiur we introduce the section immediately following the Shemoneh Esrei, Nefilat Apayim or "Tachanun". We examine the history, the customs, and the early sources.
2020-08-0548 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahChazarat HaShatzIn this shiur we discuss the history and the Halachot of Chazarat HaShatz. We take a deeper look into it's importance, and slow discuss some of the Minhagim.
2020-07-2936 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahClosing Shemoneh EsreiIn this shiur we discuss the closing verses and paragraphs said after the completion of Shemoneh Esrei. We look at the sources, the Halachot, the history and the ideas in many of these prayers.
2020-07-2253 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahSim Shalom (Shemoneh Esrei)In this shiur we discuss the final Beracha of Shemoneh Esrei. We explore the ideas, the history, and the Halachot related to both this Beracha and to the related "Shalom Rav" as well.
2020-07-1537 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahBirkat Kohanim (Shemoneh Esrei)In this shiur we discuss the addition of Birkat Kohanim in the Chazarah of Shemoneh Esrei. We look at the history, the Halacha, and the ideas surrounding this Beracha.
2020-07-0849 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahModim (Shemoneh Esrei)In this shiur we discuss the eighteenth Beracha of Shemoneh Esrei: Modim. We study the history, the text, and the Halachot. We also discuss Modim DeRabanan.
2020-07-0152 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahRitzeh (Shemoneh Esrei)In this shiur we explore one of the most ancient Berachot of Shemoneh Esrei, the Beracha known as "Avodah" or Ritzeh. We trace it's origins back to the Beit HaMikdash, and we study the text, the lessons, and the history of its form.
2020-06-2445 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahShomea Tefilah (Shemoneh Esrei)In this shiur we discuss the Beracha of Shomea Tefilah, a general prayer to Hashem to accept our Tefilot. We look at the structure, the Halachot, the history and the various Nuschaot that we can learn from.
2020-06-1741 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahTishkon and Et Tzemach (Shemoneh Esrei)In this shiur we discuss the 14th and 15th Berachot of Shemoneh Esrei. We look at their complicated histories, with many different Nuschaot throughout. We also look at many of the ideas related to the Geulah.
2020-06-1051 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahAl HaTzadikim (Shemoneh Esrei)In this shiur we discuss the Beracha of Al HaTzadikim. We look at the ideas, the associations, and the historical elements that raise questions about when the Beracha received its final form.
2020-06-0345 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahBirchat HaMinim (Shemoneh Esrei)In this shiur we move on to Birchat HaMinim, a Beracha with a long and difficult history which we go on to explore. We also discuss the associations, the text, the Kabbalistic ideas, and modern versions of this Beracha.
2020-05-2750 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahTikaa Bishofar and Mishpat (Shemoneh Esrei)In this shiur we discuss the next two Berachot of Shemoneh Esrei. These two begin the section of petitions for communal needs. We study the text, the history, the associations and the relevant Halachot.
2020-05-2047 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahBarech Aleinu (Shemoneh Esrei)In this shiur we discuss Barech Aleinu, the final blessing in Shemoneh Esrei which makes requests for the individual. We examine the history of the various versions, the Halacha, and we discuss the ideas within the Beracha itself.
2020-05-1344 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahGeulah and Refuah (Shemoneh Esrei)In this shiur we continue our discussion of the 18 Berachot of Shemona Esrei. We look at the following two Bakashot of Geulah and Refuah, and we discuss their ideas, their history, and Halachot.
2020-05-0636 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahTeshuva and Selicha (Shemoneh Esrei)In this Shiur we discuss the fifth and sixth Berachot of Shemoneh Esrei. We study the text, the ideas, and the Nusach of the Berachot throughout history.
2020-04-3041 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahChonen Hadaat (Shemoneh Esrei)In this shiur we discuss the fourth Beracha of Shemoneh Esrei. We look at the text, the ideas, the Mussar, and the history of the Nusach over the past two millennia.
2020-04-2239 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahKedusha of AmidahIn this shiur we discuss the Kedusha of the Chazara portion of the Amidah (the Chazzans repetition). We discuss its difficult history, the variation in Nusach throughout the millennia, and the ideas and Halacha relevant to the Tefilah.
2020-04-0152 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahAtah Kadosh (Shemoneh Esrei)In this shiur we discuss the third Beracha of Shemoneh Esrei. We look at the history of the text and various Nuschaot, we look at the associations that Chazal made to this Beracha, and finally we delve into the idea of Kedusha.
2020-03-2542 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahAtah Gibor (Shemoneh Esrei)In this shiur we discuss the second Beracha of the Shemoneh Esrei, Atah Gibor. We look at the ideas, the text, and the relevant Halachot.
2020-03-1842 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahBirchat Avot (Shemoneh Esrei)In this shiur we discuss the first Beracha of Shemoneh Esrei. We examine current and the older Nuschaot, and we also delve into the ideas which were woven into this Tefilah by the Anshei Knesset HaGedolah. We also mention some of the relevant Minhagim.
2020-03-0440 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahShemoneh Esrei - A Historical IntroductionIn this shiur we discuss the history of the Shemoneh Esrei in general, rather than focusing on each individual blessing. We speak about the primary sources, and take a survey of the topics which we will encounter in our study of this quintessential Tefilah.
2020-02-2648 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahEzrat AvoteinuIn this shiur we discuss the next part of the Birchot Keriat Shema, the section of Emet VeYatziv that begins with the words Ezrat Avoteinu. We explore the history, the text, and the various ideas represented in the Tefilah.
2020-02-1951 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahEmet VeYatziv Part IIIn this shiur we discuss the text of the Beracha 'Emet VeYatziv'. We look at the content, ideas, structure, and numerology. We also mention the Kabbalistic underpinnings of the Berachas first paragraph.
2020-02-1239 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahEmet VeYatziv Part IIn this shiur we examine the history of Emet VeYatziv. We trace it's source in the Mishnayot all the way to various claims of it's authorship, and we look at the main outline of the Beracha before we begin to study the text itself.
2020-02-0531 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahThe Parasha of TzitzitIn this shiur we discuss the final paragraph of Shema beginning with Vayomer. We look at the relationship between Tzitzit, Yetziat Mitzrayim, and Shema. We also discuss various Minhagim that evolved throughout history.
2020-01-2940 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahViHayaIn this shiur we discuss the next paragraph of Shema, ViHaya Im Shamoa. We look at the Halachot and the themselves in Parahat Eikev, and we explore the ideas that Moshe Rabbeinu conveyed to the Jewish people. We also contrast its messages to the messages of the first paragraph.
2020-01-2238 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahVe'AhavtaIn this shiur we discuss the first paragraph of Shema. We look at the 10 mitzvot contained in it, the text itself, and the concept of Ahavat Hashem on various levels.
2020-01-1535 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahBaruch ShemIn this shiur we discuss the verse 'Baruch Shem Kevod...' which is recited quietly after the verse of Shema Yisrael. We delve into the history of its roots, and we look closely at the Midrashim and Gemarot that discuss it. We also spend a little time discussing the relevant Halachot.
2020-01-0831 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahShema YisraelIn this shiur we discuss the first and main Posuk of our obligation: Shema Yisrael. We look at the history, the meaning, the Halachot and the relevant theologies such as Yichud, Kabbalat Ol Malchut Shamayim, and Ahavat Hashem.
2020-01-0133 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahKeriat ShemaIn this shiur we discuss the reasons that Keriat Shema is in the Tefilah, the source of the Mitzvah, and we introduce the topics of Keriat Shema that we will need to cover in the following shiurim. We also spend some time explaining it's relation to Chanukah and the mission of the Chashmonaim.
2019-12-2530 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahAhavat Olam Part IIIn this shiur we discuss the text of Ahavat Olam itself, and we highlight various elucidations of the commentaries. We also look at its position before Keriat Shema, and some of the Halacha and Kabbalah related to it's recital.
2019-12-1849 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahAhavat Olam Part IIn this shiur we discuss the second Beracha before Keriat Shema, known to the Sephardim as Ahavat Olam, and Ahava Rabah to the Ashkenazim. We look at the early history of the Beracha, certain unusual claims regarding it's authorship, and the concepts of Ahavat Hashem that are relevant to the Tefilah.
2019-12-1135 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahLa-El BaruchIn this shiur we discuss the closing paragraph of Yotzer Ohr. We look at the text, the history, the Halacha and the Kabbalah as discussed by the commentators.
2019-12-0437 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahKedusha Part IIIn this shiur we discuss the actual Kedusha of Yotzer Ohr itself. We discuss it's history and the Halachot of saying it when praying alone. We also spoke about the Kabbalistic intentions and background to the Kedusha.
2019-11-2737 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahKedusha Part IIn this shiur we discuss the beginning of the Kedusha of Yotzer, starting with the words Titbarach LaNetzach. We discuss the nature of Malachim, and the significance of meditating and speaking about their Avodah in Tefilah. We then study the text and some of the Halacha regarding this section.
2019-11-2039 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahKel Baruch Gedol DeiaaIn this shiur we discuss the Piyut in the first Beracha of Keriat Shema, Kel Baruch. We look at the history and possible authorship, the text, some of the Kabbalistic sources, and the Halachot of adding Piyutim to Keriat Shema.
2019-11-1339 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahYotzer OhrIn this shiur we discuss the first two paragraphs of Yotzer Ohr. We look at the Halacha, the Nusach, the sources, and the Kabbalah which make up the structure of this first part.
2019-11-0639 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahThe Berachot of Keriat ShemaIn this shiur we discuss the next section of Tefilah, which contains the Berachot of Keriat Shema. We delve into the nature of Olam HaBeriah, the history of the Berachot, and discuss their Halachic status.
2019-10-3033 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahBarechuIn this shiur we discuss the Chazzan's call of Barechu, and the congregations' response. We look for the source for this part of the Tefilah, and we discuss the Halachot that developed around its prominent place in davening. We also mentioned the various Minhagim and Kabbalisic sources for them.
2019-09-2538 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahYishtabachIn this shiur we discuss the closing Beracha of Pisukei D'Zimrah, and take a trip into the history of its date and authorship. We also speak about the Halachot, the Nuschaot, and the significance of this Tefilah.
2019-09-1838 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahAz Yashir Part IIIn this shiur we continue our discussion of Az Yashir with looking at the Shira itself. We first approach the concept of Shira in general, and then spend a bit of time on the text. Lastly, we discuss the history and Halachot of the additional Pesukim that are recited after Az Yashir before Yishtabach.
2019-09-1154 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahAz Yashir Part IIn this shiur we discuss the liturgical history of Az Yashir: how and when it became part of the Pesukei DeZimrah in our Siddur. We also source the various reasons suggested for it's insertion, and the relevant Halachot.
2019-09-0435 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahAtah Hu HashemIn this shiur we discuss the second part of Va'Yevarech David, which is sourced from Sefer Nehemiah (Perek 9). We discuss the biblical and liturgical history of the Shirah, and we take a look at the ideas presented within it.
2019-08-1446 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahVa'Yevarech DavidIn this shiur we discuss the entry of Va'Yevarech David into the Pesukei DeZimrah. We look at the biblical history, the liturgical history, the customs and the Kabbalistic significance of these verses of praise.
2019-08-0742 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahBaruch Hashem LeOlamIn this shiur we discuss the 4 verses that follow the main core of Pesukei DeZimrah. These four verses, each beginning with Baruch, have long been a part of the Siddur. We try to discover why and how this happened.
2019-07-3136 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahHallelu El BeKodshoIn this shiur we discuss the last Halleluyah in Pesukei DeZimrah, the final chapter of Tehillim (150). We look at the text, the ideas, the Minhagim, the importance of the Tehila, and various Halachot which are learned out of this Perek as well.
2019-07-2439 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahHalleluyah Shiru LaHashemIn this shiur we examine the penultimate Halleluyah, Perek 149 in Tehillim. We delve into the Nevuah of David Hamelech, the time of Mashiach, and the power of Kriat Shema al Hamitah.
2019-07-1734 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahHalleluyah Hallelu et HashemIn this shiur we discuss the third Halleluyah, Perek 148 in Tehillim. We look at the general themes of this Perek, as well as some of the finer ideas alluded to by David Hamelech.
2019-07-1041 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahHalleluyah Ki Tov ZamrahIn this shiur we discuss the second Halleluyah in Pisukei DeZimrah. We look at the text, the content, and we also explore the ideas raised by David Hamelech in this Psalm.
2019-07-0345 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahHalleluyah Halleli NafshiIn this shiur we discuss the first Halleluyah after Ashrei, which is Perek 146 in Tehillim. We take a look at the text, and we explore the ideas described within by David Hamelech.
2019-06-2639 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahAshreiIn this shiur we analyze the text of Ashrei, with a focus on the analysis of the Malbim. We attempt to convey both the ideas and the messages which he saw in the Pesukim.
2019-06-1947 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahIntroduction to AshreiIn this shiur we discuss Ashrei externally. We look at the history of it's inclusion in the Tefilah, and we discuss it's concepts, it's significance, and it's format. We thereby prepare ourselves to discuss the text itself in the following shiur.
2019-06-1241 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahYehi ChivodIn this shiur we discuss Yehi Chivod, a collection of 18 verses that are recited daily in the Pisukei DeZimrah. We look at the history, the concepts, the text and the Halacha surrounding this Mizmor.
2019-06-0545 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahMizmor LeTodahIn this shiur we discuss the first Mizmor in Pesukei DeZimrah: Mizmor LeTodah. We look at the history of its inclusion in the Siddur and its authorship, and we expound on the ideas inherent in the Korban Todah it represents. We also discuss various relevant Minhagim.
2019-05-2942 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahBaruch She'amarIn this shiur we give a broad overview of Baruch She'amar, and we discuss the elucidations of the early commentators. We look at the text and its variations, and we delve into the midrashic and philosophical interpretations that are offered.
2019-05-2248 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahIntroduction to Baruch She'amarIn this shiur we introduce Baruch She'amar, and we take a deep dive into tracing its origin. We also look at the important ideas that encompass this Beracha.
2019-05-1523 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahMizmor HaMenorahIn this shiur, we discuss one final custom after Hodu, which is the recitation of Tehillim 67. We look at the sources, the history and the meaning behind it as well.
2019-05-1516 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahCustoms after HoduIn this shiur we discuss the Pesukim that customarily follow Hodu in virtually all Siddurim today, beginning with Romimu Hashem. We also discuss Aromimcha and Hashem Melech, and we cover the history, Halachot, and commentaries.
2019-05-0844 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahHodu Part IIIn this shiur we continue to look at Hodu, this time taking a closer look at the actual text. We discuss the three approaches taken by the commentators in understanding Hodu, and we present an overview of each approach.
2019-05-0141 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahHodu Part IIn this shiur we discuss the first of the Pisukei DeZimrah, the song of Hodu. We look at its biblical history, its liturgical history, and we examine the theology of thanksgiving in the eyes of Chazal. We also look briefly at the first Posuk.
2019-04-1832 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahIntroduction to Pisukei DeZimrahIn this shiur we discuss the upcoming section of Pisukei DeZimrah. We look at the theology of praising Hashem, the history of the development of this section, and we study the sources and purposes for its institution.
2019-04-1137 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahAmenIn this shiur we discuss the response of "Amen". We look at the sources, the history, and the etymology. We also study the ideas that make Amen really important, and the relevant Halachot.
2019-04-0437 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahKaddish de-RabananIn this shiur we discuss the Kaddish de-Rabanan, the Kaddish that is said after Torah study. It is also recited here in the Tefilah after study-like sections. We look at the sources, the ideas, the text and the Halachot.
2019-03-2842 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahChatzi KaddishIn this shiur we discuss the first (and original) paragraph of Kaddish. We discuss the themes related to the future Geulah and Amalek, and also take a closer look at the text.
2019-03-1441 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahThe Language of KaddishIn this shiur we discuss the theories for why Kaddish was written in Aramaic, as well as why some Hebrew text is interspersed. We also take a look at what role the angels play in the efficacy of our Tefilot.
2019-03-0740 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahIntroduction to KaddishIn this shiur we look at the history and origin of Kaddish, and we study the primary Talmudic sources for it. We also familiarize ourselves with the main ideas inherent in the Tefilah.
2019-02-2840 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahRabbi YishmaelIn this shiur we discuss the 13 principles of Rabbi Yishmael and their place in the Siddur. We look at the history and context of the entry, and we study each one of the principles. This shiur concludes the section of the Tefilah which precedes Pisukei D'Zimrah.
2019-02-1441 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahEizehu MekomanIn this shiur we discuss the Perek Eizehu Mekoman, which is found in virtually all Siddurim before Rabbi Yishmael. We discuss the reasons for saying it, the history, the Halachot, and we also learn the entire Perek.
2019-02-0733 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahClosing the AvodahIn this shiur we discuss the Pesukim and Tefillot that were added to close the main corpus of the Seder HaAvodah in the Siddur (aside from Eizehu Mekoman).
2019-01-3145 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahThe Ketoret Part 2In this shiur we continue to study the section of the Ketoret. We look at the various customs that have emerged regarding its recital, and we spend some time on understanding the text of the Beraitot presented in the Siddur.
2019-01-2442 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahThe Ketoret Part 1In this shiur we continue the portion of the Avodah with the service of the Ketoret. We discover how this Avodah is unique and why it is important to recite it daily.
2019-01-1731 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahThe Korban TamidIn this shiur we discuss the portion of the Korban Tamid. We look at the verses, the Mishna, the history of it's recital as well as the concepts behind the Korban.
2019-01-0339 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahThe Early Morning AvodahIm this shiur we analyze the Parshiot of the Kiyor and the Terumat Hadeshen, which is said daily by Ashkenazic communities. We also describe the earliest activities in the morning service of the Beit Hamikdash.
2018-12-2740 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahIntroduction to KorbanotIn this shiur we introduce the section of the Korbanot. We look at the sources, the Halachot, and the theologies related to our understanding of the Korbanot.
2018-12-2034 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahAtah Hu EchadIn this shiur we discuss the last two paragraphs of the LeOlam prayer, as well as the closing Beracha of Mekadesh Shemo Berabim. We look at the history, Halacha, and concepts.
2018-12-0634 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahRibon HaOlamimIn this shiur we continue to discuss the Tefilah of that begins with "Leolam," from Ribon HaOlamim until the Shema. We review the history, the sources and the meaning behind the the words.
2018-11-2948 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahEilu Devarim-LeOlamIn this shiur we discuss the customary recitation of the Mishna "Eilu Devarim" and we introduce the Tefilah beginning with the words LeOlam. We examine the history, Halacha, and content.
2018-11-0141 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahParashat HaAkeidaIn this shiur we discuss the custom of reciting the Torah section of the Akeida at the beginning of Shacharit; looking at the sources, the Halachot, and the related themes.
2018-10-2541 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahTikun ChatzotIn this shiur we discuss the Tefilah of Tikun Chatzot. We look at its history, the major concepts, and the Halachot.
2018-10-1831 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahUnpopular Morning AdditionsIn this shiur we discuss the various unpopular additions to the morning Tefilah, which are said by a minority of people in our time. Including Patach Eliyahu, Yedid Nefesh and more.
2018-10-0448 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahPopular Morning AdditionsIn this shiur we discuss various (optional) additions to the morning Tefilot that are popularly recited by many Jews. Including Adon Olam, Yigdal and Ma Tovu.
2018-09-141h 07The Netivot Israel Class on TefilahBirchat HatorahIn this shiur we discuss the three Berachot of Birchot Hatorah, as well as the customary recitations that follow it. We cover the history, text, ideas and Halacha of the Berachos.
2018-09-0649 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahHamaavir SheinaIn this shiur we discuss the Beracha of Hamaavir Sheina and the included Yehi Ratzon. We also discuss the subsequent Tefillah, the Yehi Ratzon of Rebbi Yehuda.
2018-08-2340 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahBirchot Hashachar Part IIIIn this shiur we discuss the next couple of Berachot in the order of Birchot Hashachar. We look at the formats, as well as the practical and mystical lessons contained within.
2018-08-1653 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahBirchot Hashachar Part IIIn this shiur we discuss the next 5 Berachot of Birchot Hashachar. Following the order of the Sepharadim, we delve into the text from Pokeach Ivrim until Hanoten LaYaeif Koach.
2018-07-2640 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahBirchot Hashachar Part IIn this shiur we discuss the history and the format of the Birchot Hashachar, and begin an in-depth discussion of each Beracha with an exploration of the first, Hanoten LaSechvi Binah.
2018-07-1939 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahElokai Neshama and Modeh AniIn this shiur we discuss the Beracha of Elokai Neshama: its history, its language, its format, and its derivative, Modeh Ani.
2018-07-1246 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahAsher YatzarIn this shiur we examine the Beracha of Asher Yatzar: the history, the text, and the concepts.
2018-06-2842 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahBerachot and Netilat YadayimIn this shiur we discuss Berachot: why they are so important to us, and why we say so many of them throughout the day. We also discuss the first Beracha of the morning, Netilat Yadayim.
2018-06-2249 minThe Netivot Israel Class on TefilahKavanah and StructureIn this shiur we discuss the concepts of Kavanah and the various meditations related to prayer. We then introduce the common structures that are found in the Siddur, and how they relate to meditation and design.
2018-06-1447 min