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Daily ChumashChumash for Thursday VayishlachDina ventures out to encounter the girls of the land, and is seduced and raped by Shchem, who claims he wants to marry her. The brothers retaliated with a bloody scheme involving circumcision and a surprise attack. 2021-11-1815 min
Tanya ToolsTanya tools based on Chapter 6 of Tanya. Recording 10 of 11Negative emotions and traits need to be uprooted. this is done with work, it won't happen on its own. 2021-11-1700 min
Daily TanyaTanya for the 13th of Kislev י''ג כסלוAlthough it would seem that purifications (beirurim) cannot be brought about when studying hypothetical laws, yet in point of fact, purifications do come about through this Torah study.2021-11-1710 minDaily ChumashChumash for Tuesday VayishlachYaakov splits his camp in two, ready for battle. Eisav runs to him and they embrace.2021-11-1609 minTanya ToolsTanya tools based on Chapter 6 of Tanya. Recording 9 of 11The structure of the animal soul is the perfect opposite to the G-dly soul. The Animal is emotion-oriented. Intellect is a ruling force of the G-dly soul. Trust in G-d, and developing an understanding that all is good help temper the animal. 2021-11-1601 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 12th of Kislev י''ב כסלוAngels are messengers of divinity. However, the study of G-dly laws draws down the infinite light itself. This is why the Tanaim spent their life deciphering the G-dly intent of the law. EWven when done without intent this can impact the world, how much more so when Halacha is studied with proper kavana.2021-11-1610 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 11th of Kislev י''א כסלוThe source of the laws of Mitzvos emanates from the level of Chachma of Atzilut. This lofty emanation of G-dly power is unmatched by the angels and souls.2021-11-1508 minDaily ChumashChumash for Monday VayishlachYaakov sends gifts of livestock to Eisav. He encounters an angel with whom he has an altercation and prevails.2021-11-1516 minTanya ToolsTanya tools based on Chapter 6 of Tanya. Recording 8 of 11There are two powers in this world, Everything falls into one of the two categories. If I bring G-dly awareness in mundane they all become part of an expression of G-dliness bringing a feeling of completeness. 2021-11-1501 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 10th of Kislev י' כסלוThe power of Halacha, is that it reveals esoteric dimensions of G-dliness loftier than the angels.2021-11-1408 minTanya ToolsTanya Tools based on Chapter 6 of Tanya, recording 7 of 11The interplay between our thoughts and emotions develops as we develop, and grows in complexity. 2021-11-1401 minDaily ChumashChumash for Sunday VayishlachYaakov prepares to encounter his brother Eisav. He prepares for battle, sends gifts of appeasement, and beseeched G-d. 2021-11-1413 minTanya ToolsTanya Tools based on Chapter 6 of Tanya, Recoding 7 of 11The interplay between thoughts and actions becomes more complex and strongly connected over time. By behaving in a way that reflects the desired outcome, we can accelerate the process of character development and improvement.2021-11-1401 minDaily ChumashChumash for Thursday, VayeitzeiYaakov escapes. Lavan pursues him and challenges his intent. Yaakov defends the integrity of his actions.2021-11-1217 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 9th of Kislev, ט' כסלוUsing a metaphor of a seed, planted in the ground, which in turn arouses the supernal light of creation that energizes its growth, we can then understand how a physical Mitzvah can arouse the lofty levels of G-dly energy and transpose them within this world.2021-11-1205 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 8th of Kislev, ח' כסלו The Mitzvah is a vessel, the content is love and fear of G-d. The Mitzvah filled with emotion is energetically charged, bringing the Jew and his actions closer to G-d.2021-11-1202 minDaily ChumashChumash for Friday VayeitzeiYaakov escapes his father-in-law Lavan's compound, for the land of Israel. He is pursued once again by Lavan and his men, and a treaty is made between them. 2021-11-1216 minTanya ToolsTanya Tools based on Chapter 6 of Tanya, Recoding 6 of 11Knowing that your soul is divinely connected, reflecting the power of the A-lmighty, is empowering and inspires change.2021-11-1200 minTanya ToolsTanya Tools based on Chapter 6 of Tanya, Recoding 5 of 11Forbidden experiences are rooted in evil. Connecting with the "other side" is damaging for our soul. 2021-11-1100 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 7th of Kislev, ז' כסלו Peshuta4 reasons why practical commandments have an integral spiritual advantage2021-11-1109 minTanya ToolsTanya Tools based on Chapter 6 of Tanya, Recoding 4 of 11Change can happen over time, with small repetitious positive actions2021-11-1000 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 6th of Kislev, ו' כסלו PeshutaStudying the laws of the practical commandments are another way to grasp the essence of G-dliness2021-11-1011 minDaily ChumashChumash for Monday of VayeitzeiThe historical meeting between Yaakov and Rachel at the well. Yaakov leaves Eretz Yisrael with a light heart, after receiving the blessings. He encounters shepherds and their flocks congregating around a great rock covering the cistern in the center of Charan. Yaakov removes the rock single-handedly upon the sight of his cousin, Rachel. Lavan embraces him and promises him his daughter as a wife, in exchange for work. 2021-11-0920 minDaily ChumashChumash for Tuesday VayeitzeiThis portion discusses the marriage of Yaakov to Leah, Rachel, Bilhah, and Zilpah, and the birth of the first 10 of the 12 tribes. 2021-11-0926 minTanya ToolsTanya Tools Chapter 6 Recording 3Time and place are catalysts in deciphering the spiritual orientation of one choice vs. the other.2021-11-0901 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 5th of Kislev, ה' כסלו PeshutaContinuation of 4th essay, discussing how the practical commandments avail the essence of G-dliness to the human existence2021-11-0907 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 4th of Kislev, ד' כסלו PeshutaContinuing the essay on how prayer and commandments help us elevate fallen sparks2021-11-0804 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 3rd of Kislev, PeshutaThe commandments, and their role in refining the sparks of the world of chaos2021-11-0706 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 2nd of Kislev, PeshutaThe refinement of the sparks of the world of chaos2021-11-0708 minDaily ChumashVayeitzi, Sunday's portionThis is the Sunday's portion of Vayeitzei. Yaakov flees Eisav and has an epic dream-vision.2021-11-0717 minDaily ChumashSunday VayeitzeiThis is Sunday's portion of Parshas Vayeitzei. Yaakov flees, has an epic dream2021-11-0717 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 13th of Nissan, י''ג ניסןThis portion begins with chapter 40. A layer of evil can trap a commandment when it is fulfilled with either improper or insufficient intent. The way to release the Mitzvah's energy is by having intent upon it's subsequent fluff2021-03-2603 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 12th of Nissan, י''ב ניסןThe commandment becomes trapped in the personal evil of man. This happens when a person fulfills the Mitzvah for the wrong intentions, such as financial gain, or personal aggrandizement, or honor.Eventually, all Mitzvot carry holiness that can be released by its fulfillment at a subsequent time with appropriate intent.2021-03-2502 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 11th of Nissan, י''א ניסןThere are varying levels of fulfilling a commandment without intent.1. Out of habitDoing Mitzvot out of habit contains no negative or egotistical intention. It is merely what occurs when one has grown accustomed to fulfilling a particular commandment, and naturally, it has inadvertently become a meaningless routine.2021-03-2401 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 10th of Nissan, י' ניסןFulfilling commandments with intent raises the commandments to a higher spiritual world.2021-03-2402 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 9th of Nissan, ט' ניסןThe world of Atzilut, is a world of complete nullification to G'd.2021-03-2402 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 8th of Nissan, ח' ניסןThe soul ascends when it connects to Hashem, by means of the level of Neshama, the intellectual level of the soul. The lower garden of Eden contains the lower level emotions.2021-03-2406 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 7th of Nissan, ז' ניסןThe service of man is so much greater than that of an angel.2021-03-1903 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 6th of Nissan, ו' ניסןIntent on the level of animal causes a great desire to be one with G-d2021-03-1901 minDaily ChumashChumash for Friday of VayikraOfferings to G-d predated the giving of the Torah. This very physical act is also an act of love showing devotion to G-d and means of becoming close to Him.2021-03-1915 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 5th of Nissan, ה' ניסןThe power of intent is bestowed upon us by G-d, that man can place meaning into action and make it so much more powerful.2021-03-1802 minDaily ChumashChumash for Thursday of VayikraSacrificial offerings were divided into two categories: Obligatory and voluntary. The first type of offering mentioned in the Torah, is the free-will voluntary offerings.2021-03-1814 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 4th of Nissan, ד' ניסןThe difference between the G-dliness brought down via intent, and via physical action is explained.2021-03-1701 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 3rd of Nissan, ג' ניסןWhen one does a commandment without intent, it is compared to a body without a soul, and vice versa. Every energy that enters this world has to penetrate Klipas Noga.2021-03-1602 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 2nd of Nissan, ב' ניסןIn blessed memory of Yaakov Aryeh Ben Avrohom.The two parts of prayer: Utterance of the words, and intent. Both are essential. Moving your lips is a form of action and is a Mitzvah in itself.2021-03-1604 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 1st of Nissan, א' ניסןCommandments are the most poignant in bringing the presence of G-d down upon this earth. The study of Torah is calling G-d's name. Prayer is calling G-d, but not as directly as Torah study.2021-03-1602 minDaily ChumashChumash for Sunday VayikraThe book of Vayikra begins with commandments regarding the sacrifices.2021-03-1614 minDaily ChumashChumash for Tuesday of VayikraThe book of Vayikra is dedicated to offerings in the holy temple2021-03-1611 minDaily ChumashFriday Vayakhel-PikudeiThis portion describes the construction of the priestly cloak/shift, which had pomegranates made of wool and golden bells at its hem. The shirt, hat, and pants were made of linen. The belt was made of twisted wool rope similar to the Ephod. The Tzitz was a gold plate inscribed with holy words on it, worn on the forehead of the high priest. Rashi explains how the Tzitz is attached to the linen hat with a turquoise woolen string. The vessels, accessories, and priestly garb were all complete. Moshe blesses the people and their handiwork.2021-03-1213 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 29th of Adar כ''ט אדרTzedakka and Torah both are of equal importance. However, the level of G-dly connection one experiences during study is superior and vital.There is a law that if one is studying Torah, and a Mitzvah opportunity arises, one must stop studying and do the action. If there is someone else who can fulfill the action, one should keep studying, as long as the action is done. In a world where the action is what counts because of its innate significance to the purpose of creation, Torah study and the lofty effect on the animal soul become secondary...2021-03-1202 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 28th of Adar כ''ח אדרIsn't the study of Torah "equivalent to all"? Is it greater than charity?Torah, qualitatively, is superior.Transforming the complete animal soul is close to impossible. However, for the duration of the Torah study, the animal intellect is completely transformed during the time of Torah study.2021-03-1202 minDaily ChumashThursday Vayakhel-PikudeiThursday's portion lists all of the vessels constructed. There were several types of materials used to create the priestly garb, including golden thread. The gold was a seventh thread twisted in each type of yarn, which was all twisted into a multi-colored 28 thread rope, used to weave the Ephod and Choshen, the priestly apron and breastplate. 2021-03-1107 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 27th of Adar כ''ז אדרCharity, Tzedakka is referred to as "The Mitzvah" because it is the highest form of transforming the physical to the G-dly.2021-03-1101 minTanya ToolsIntroduction to Tanya #13Self nullification 101: When you are in conflict with someone- ask yourself how you would react if the only voice you heard was your G-d's voice. 2021-03-1102 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 26rd of Adar כ''ו אדרEvery commandment we do and refrain from transgression, we weaken the evil and usher in a world of no evil. All souls have descended great heights to reach the physical realm. All of this painful journeying is for the purpose of connecting the physical to G-d. The world needs the energy of the soul. Ultimately the soul is enabled higher levels of consciousness and power because of these trials and tribulations. G-d also experiences this exile.2021-03-1004 minTanya ToolsIntroduction to the Tanya #11The word "Beinoni" has a strong message. The "book of Beinonim" is another name for the Tanya. A Beinoni of Tanya is a perfect person, with perfect self-control. Viewing yourself as one who has the potential of Beinoni raises you to a higher standard.2021-03-1003 minDaily ChumashTuesday Vayakhel-PikudeiThis portion continues the actualization of the building of the Tabernacle and the priestly vestments enumerated in Terumah and Tetzaveh. The Menorah and the incense altar were constructed here.2021-03-0903 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 25th of Adar כ''ה אדרCreating the Messiah through our actions, transferring the mundane to the G-dly realm will obliterate evil. Evil feeds off of G-dliness. Once all of the admixtures of G-dliness and evil is transformed and elevated to G-dly, evil no longer has a life source.2021-03-0903 minDaily ChumashMonday Vayakhel PikudeiBetzalel and Ahaliav fulfill the commandment of G-d and construct all of the Mishkan2021-03-0815 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 24th of Adar כ''ד אדרThis continues the guidance of the Tanya in transforming this world into a Messianic world.2021-03-0804 minDaily ChumashSunday Vayakhel-PikudeiVayakhel and Pikudei are combined this week. This is the fulfillment of the directives of Terumah and Tetzaveh. The first Mitzvah in Vayakhel is the laws of Shabbos. The work of the Tabernacle does not supersede the holiness of Shabbos. The portion continues to enumerate the work done for the construction of the Tabernacle.2021-03-0716 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 23rd of Adar כ''ג אדרThis begins Chapter 37. The days of Mashiach is the ideal revelation of G-dliness within the physical world. This era is ushered in by means of our work with physicality during the time of exile. Shifting physicality to G-dliness is facilitated by our fulfillment of the commandments and exertion in Torah studies.2021-03-0705 minTanya ToolsIntroduction to Tanya #8The strategy in the efforts of the Tanya to empower us as workers, working to become that Beinoni. It's about the process.2021-03-0704 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 22nd of Adar כ''ב אדרIn the times of Messiah, G-d will be completely revealed as in the time of the Giving of the Torah. Our physical eyes saw G-d.2021-03-0504 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 21st of Adar כ'א אדרThis begins Chapter 36 which deals with the purpose of creation, to create a dwelling place for G-d in this lower physical world. It is G-d's desire.2021-03-0506 minTanya ToolsIntroduction to the Tanya #7Everyone has their own individual Torah source. What inspires you may not inspire another person the same. It depends on your soul orientation.2021-03-0500 minDaily ChumashFriday Ki TisaThis portion G-d responds to Moshe for his supplication. G-d makes a covenant with the people of Israel. 2021-03-0518 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 20th of Adar כ' אדרThe animal soul's emotions are asleep when the Mitzvah is fulfilled. The other powers of the animal soul are directly connecting to and reflecting the Oneness of Hashem when a Mitzvah is done. This uncovers the source and purpose of creation.2021-03-0402 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 19th of Adar י''ט אדרChapter 36 of Tanya focuses on the word "la'asoso", to do it. Torah is a mental act, vs. a bodily act. Torah also draws down G-dliness to the soul, to the garment of thought and speech. When one commits a Mitzvah, however, your body and animal soul are involved as well. The G-dly souls directly affect the animal soul at the moment a divine commandment is fulfilled.2021-03-0403 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 18th of Adar י''ח אדרOnly the commandments can fuel the G-dly flame upon us. Mitzvahs are completely essentially one with G-d. There's a revelation of G-d's absolute oneness in every commandment. When one fulfills a Mitzvah, His oneness shines through the one doing the Mitzvah.2021-03-0402 minTanya ToolsIntroduction to the Tanya #12The first words of the cover page of the Tanya, "Sefer Likkutei Amarim" literally translating, a compilation of sayings, is a great expression of humility. This was the life's work of the Alter Rebbe, and yet he considers it a mere compilation. Within humility, you can find answers to all of your questions. Access that point of humility and many doors of growth will open up to you.2021-03-0405 minTanya ToolsIntroduction to The Tanya #10Why does our work have to be so hard? G-d wants our G-dly nature to become permeated into every part of our existence. Access the G-dly in your situation. Listen to the messages. 2021-03-0403 minTanya ToolsIntroduction to The Tanya #9Think of all of your abilities. G-d is the Source of everything. This will help you nullify yourself before Hashem. Become aware of Hashem's presence in my life and in all of the details.2021-03-0403 minTanya ToolsIntroduction to the Tanya #6G-d wants you to go beyond yourself. Life will necessitate that. 2021-03-0400 minDaily ChumashThursday Ki TisaThis portion G-d is showing goodwill to the people of Israel. It is after the famous moment when G-d shows His Glory to Moshe, saying He would only show His back vs. His Face. Here G-d commands Moshe to form a new set of tablets after the first set had been broken. This portion also contains the 13 attributes of G-d's compassion.2021-03-0415 minDaily ChumashTuesday Ki TisaHashem informs Moshe that an angel will be accompanying the People of Israel into the land of Israel. On Moshe's behalf, G-d concedes and promises to be the one to accompany them instead. Moshe requests that the Jewish people be distinguished forever in G-d's presence. 2021-03-0406 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 18th of Adar י''ח אדרThis is the continuation of Chapter 35. Why are the commandments the oil that fuels the G-dly fire above our heads? Because the oil has to be consumed by the fire. The soul has some subtle sense of self, versus the commandments which are a direct reflection of G-d's will. There is a revelation of G-d's oneness in every commandment. Therefore it can be totally consumed and fuel the G-dly fire.2021-03-0202 minDaily ChumashMonday Ki TisaThis portion relates the story of the Golden Calf. The drama that ensued when Moshe was on Mt. Sinai, and the fear that gripped them when he did not return when expected, spurred the people into activity for which they would be forever begging for forgiveness.2021-03-0127 minTanya ToolsTanya Tools Introduction of Tanya #5The very first fundamental idea of Tanya: Complete dedication to G-d is attainable. You can reach your potential if you believe in it. 2021-03-0100 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 17th of Adar י''ז אדרThis chapter continues to focus on the enormous impact of an action. Positive action is symbolized by the oil of a flame, that sustains the flame of G-d's presence on the body.2021-03-0103 minDaily ChumashSunday Ki TisaThis portion starts the portion of Ki Tisa. It includes the Mitzvah of collecting a half Shekel from all for the purposes of counting the Israelites.2021-02-2817 minTanya ToolsTanya Tools Introduction to TanyaThe entire Tanya is based on the verse "The matter is very close to you, in the mind and heart and action. The is our mandate, to serve G-d with our thoughts, speech and action. We strive for the perfection Tanya described. 2021-02-2800 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 16th of Adar ט''ז אדרThis portion begins Chapter 35. This chapter deals with actions leading to Mashiach. IT opens with the verse "The matter is very near to you, in your mouth and in your heart, to do it". The Rebbe questions this verse and the order in which it is written. Additionally, the Rebbe questions why the animal and a G-dly soul so closely linked.2021-02-2804 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 15th of Adar ט''ו אדרThis portion concludes Chapter 34 of Tanya. When one learns the Torah, and Torah law, one transforms into a dwelling place for G-d. G-d considers a good thought like a deed. The will to be in one with G-d, even during mundane interactions, as well as giving charity from one's own earnings are also p0aths whereby a person can elevate their lives to the level of a home for G-d. Sacrifices were a way to elevate the physical domain to G-d. This is similar to the affect of charity.2021-02-2605 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 14th of Adar י''ד אדרThe pleasure that G-d has when we crush the evil, and transform darkness to light is infinite. This connects to the verse "Rejoice Israel in his maker" Meaning, every Jew should rejoice in G'd joy that He has a dwelling place in this physical corporeal reality.2021-02-2602 min
Daily ChumashFriday of TetzaveThis portion continues discussing the offerings during the consecration of the Mishkan- tabernacle.2021-02-2610 min
Daily ChumashThursday of TetzaveThis portion discusses the consecration of Aharon and his 4 sons to be the Kohanim-priests in the Mishkan-tabernacle.2021-02-2517 min
Daily ChumashTuesday of TetzavehThis portion deals with the garments and inauguration of the Kohanim.2021-02-2516 minTanya ToolsIntroduction to TanyaBelieving in your potential as a Beinoni, having perfect self-discipline and self-control, realizing that you are a piece of G-d, and that is our truth is empowering. The more you believe it, the more you can live it. 1.Tell yourself "I am a piece of limitless G-d". Don't measure your worth against your action, rather in terms of your effort. 2. Look at others the same way. You will become kinder and more accepting of others. 4. Pick an area in your life to help your actions reflect your true essence.2021-02-2504 minDaily TanyaTanya for the 13th of Adar י''ג אדרThe mere fact that we fulfill the will of G-d should spark a great joy. There is no greater joy. .2021-02-2502 minTanya ToolsIntroduction to TanyaThe fact that we all can attain the level of Beinoni is empowering. A person must be constantly growing and moving.2021-02-2400 minDaily Tanya12th of AdarThis portion of Tanya is fundamental in our understanding of our purpose within our physical existence. G-d willed a dwelling place in this world. Completing this mission brings the greatest form of true joy and fulfillment.2021-02-2405 minDaily Tanya11th of Adar At times, joy seems elusive. The road to joy is through depth. A deep connection of G-d2021-02-2304 minDaily Tanya10th of AdarShana Peshuta2021-02-2207 minTanya ToolsTanya ToolsWe are all part of each other, directly impacting the other2021-02-2200 min
Daily ChumashSunday TetzavehG-d commands Moshe to collect olive oil for the Menorah. This portion deals with the creation of the priestly vestments. It is the first of the seven subdivisions of the portion of Tzetaveh. 2021-02-2117 min
Tanya ToolsThe Introduction to TanyaJudaism can't be compartmentalized. It is our innate ability to offer all we have to G-d, including our thoughts. Our relationship to G-d is all-encompassing. This evolves organically as we develop our love for the Almighty. 2021-02-2102 min
Daily Tanya9th of Adar Shan PeshutaChapter 32 of Tanya, the heart of the Tanya. This chapter was inserted into the Tanya at a later stage and addresses the heart of Chassidus- achieving true love for another. By accessing the true love one has for themselves and understanding how in truth this is love for the soul, and all souls are one we can reach true essential love.2021-02-2103 min
Daily Tanya8th of Adar Shana PeshutaRealizing that we are truly a G-dly existence puts us in a constant state of repentance, on a trajectory of gaining closeness to the One and Only G-d. True joy is felt when we realize that we are completing the purpose of creation.2021-02-1903 min
Daily Tanya7th of Adar, Shana PeshutaIt is time to remove the shackles of your animal soul and physical existence. Realize that your true self is that of your G-dly soul. This is a truly redeeming thought. And it is the only true reality.2021-02-1904 min