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R Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesTaanit 23b, 24a- Stories If Appropriate to "Bother" Hashem to Change Nature (KH)Series of stories highlighting great Rabbi's who debated if it was appropriate to "bother" Hashem to change nature in an overt way (R Mani, R Yitzchak ben Elyashiv, R Yose bar Avin and R Yose d'min Yukrat)2025-03-1235 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesMegilla 6a², 6b- Edom and Meimra's of R Yitzchak, Adar 1 Vs 2Aggadita's about Edom (Rome) and various meimra's of R Yitzchak, opinions about differences between Adar 1 and 22025-02-1229 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesL&L 64- Balance of Knowing Self-Worth and HumilityGemara Taanit 21b- conversation between R Nachman b Yitzchak and R Nachman bR Chisda highlights the appropriate perspective regarding knowing ones worth while remaining humble.2025-02-0232 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 43b², 44a¹ Recap (A/Y)3 sections- proof from Rav Huna to R Yitzchak, dealing with dead body on Shabbos, using excess oil and moving lamp on Shabbos2024-06-0306 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 43b², 44a¹ (A/Y)3 sections- proof from Rav Huna to R Yitzchak, dealing with dead body on Shabbos, using excess oil and moving lamp on Shabbos2024-06-0356 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 43a, 43b¹ Recap (A/Y)1 section- Rav Yosef's explanation of Rav Chisda (w Q's and A's) and R Yitzchak argues on Rav Chisda (w Q's and A's)2024-06-0203 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 43a, 43b¹ (A/Y)1 section- Rav Yosef's explanation of Rav Chisda (w Q's and A's) and R Yitzchak argues on Rav Chisda (w Q's and A's)2024-06-0256 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesKH Taanit 15b-16a (ashes, public square)Reasons for ashes and going out to street2024-05-2930 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 40b, 41a¹ Recap (A/Y)2 sections- warming oils on Shabbat, 2 stories R Zeira observed R Avahu and limud (swimming)2024-05-2805 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 40b, 41a¹ (A/Y)2 sections- warming oils on Shabbat, 2 stories R Zeira observed R Avahu and limud (swimming)2024-05-2853 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShowering on Shabbos- Halacha on A/YGemara Shabbos 38b-40a, S.A. 326:1-5, M.B. S.K. 21, outcome for Sefardim/Ashkenazim, additional potential issues2024-05-2837 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 40a Recap (A/Y)3 sections- washing on Shabbos parts of body, steps in gezeira's regarding washing and sweating, related rulings (warmth by fire, on ill stomach)2024-05-2704 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 40a (A/Y)3 sections- washing on Shabbos parts of body, steps in gezeira's regarding washing and sweating, related rulings (warming by fire, warmth on ill stomach)2024-05-2753 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 37a-39b Review (37a top-40a top)Chazara- 10 sections2024-05-2723 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesKH Taanit 15b (only 3rd, significant ashes)This seder was only in 3rd, it's "gedula" to place ashes2024-05-2724 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 39b Recap (A/Y)1 section- different forms of washing on Shabbos/YT2024-05-2604 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesL&L 35- Rashbi established a "Tikkun" (2/2)Gemara Shabbat 33b-34a: Rashbi fixed an issue in the city...2024-05-2628 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 39b (A/Y)1 section- different forms of washing on Shabbos/YT2024-05-2642 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 38b², 39a Recap (A/Y)3 sections- conclusion of kupach, etc., partial cooking and usages sun-heat on Shabbos, mach R Yose/Chachamim about toldos hachama2024-05-2406 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 38b², 39a (A/Y)3 sections- conclusion of kupach, etc., partial cooking and usages sun-heat on Shabbos, mach R Yose/Chachamim about toldos hachama2024-05-2455 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 38a², 38b¹ Recap (A/Y)4 sections- clarification of positions if RM/R Yehuda, left food on intentionally and removed before "yafeh lo", conditions for permitted chazara, tanur/kupach different laws2024-05-2306 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 38a², 38b¹ (A/Y)4 sections- clarification of positions if RM/R Yehuda, left food on intentionally and removed before "yafeh lo", conditions for permitted chazara, tanur/kupach different laws2024-05-2356 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesParshas Behar- Interest Free RelianceKli Yakar teaches a beautiful lesson of bitachon as it relates to the issur of lending with interest2024-05-2338 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 37b², 38a¹ Recap (A/Y)2 sections- further opinions in psak about Chananya/Chachamim and example of foods that are mitztamek v'yafeh/v'ra (in Chachamim), discussion if forgot and did forbidden she'hiya2024-05-2205 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 37b², 38a¹ (A/Y)2 sections- further opinions in psak about Chananya/Chachamim and example of foods that are mitztamek v'yafeh/v'ra (in Chachamim), discussion if forgot and did forbidden she'hiya2024-05-2256 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 37a², 37b¹ Recap (A/Y)2 sections- discussion of "samuch" (as opposed to on/in oven), amoraic psakim regarding Chananya/Chachamim debate (and "mitztamek v'yafeh lo")2024-05-2107 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 37a², 37b¹ (A/Y)2 sections- discussion of "samuch" (as opposed to on/in oven), amoraic psakim regarding Chananya/Chachamim debate (and "mitztamek v'yafeh lo")2024-05-2159 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesKH Taanit 15b (Megillas Taanis, etc.)Megillas Taanis of eulogize and fasts, not starting on Thursday, interrupting public fasts for festivals2024-05-2114 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 37a¹ Recap (A/Y)1 section- 2 more proofs regarding Chananya/Chachamim being Tanna of Mishna (and t/f psak like them)2024-05-2004 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 37a¹ (A/Y)1 section- 2 more proofs regarding Chananya/Chachamim being Tanna of Mishna (and t/f psak like them)2024-05-2047 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 33b-36b Review (33a bot-37a top)Chazara- 11 sections2024-05-2024 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesKH Taanit 15b (Mishmar/Beis Av)Halachos governing the groups of Kohanim and Maamados (fasts, wine, etc.)2024-05-2025 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesL&L 34- RaShBY in the Cave (1/2)Gemara Shabbat 33b- the story of the persecution and development of RaShBY2024-05-1935 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 36b Recap (A/Y)2 sections- Mishna with 3 parts (regarding gerufa u'ketuma), proof 1 in debate Chananya/Chachamim (2 ways to read Mishna)2024-05-1904 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 36b (A/Y)2 sections- Mishna with 3 parts (regarding gerufa u'ketuma), proof 1 in debate Chananya/Chachamim (2 ways to read Mishna)2024-05-1957 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 35b², 36a Recap (A/Y)2 sections- 6 tekiyos erev Shabbos and implications, terminologies swapped after the churban and halachic implications2024-05-1705 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 35b², 36a (A/Y)2 sections- 6 tekiyos erev Shabbos and implications, terminologies swapped after the churban and halachic implications2024-05-1758 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 35a², 35b¹ Recap (A/Y)2 sections- muktzeh baskets on Shabbos and clarification of "eastern side", understanding of the other 2 opinions (R Nechemia, R Yose) and psak regarding bein hashmashos2024-05-1606 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 35a², 35b¹ (A/Y)2 sections- muktzeh baskets on Shabbos and clarification of "eastern side", understanding of the other 2 opinions (R Nechemia, R Yose) and psak regarding bein hashmashos2024-05-1656 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesParshas Emor- Training for GreatnessThe command for Kohanim highlights 3 necessary points to train children in maintaining a higher moral standard than their surroundings.2024-05-1633 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 34b², 35a¹ Recap (A/Y)2 sections- the doubt regarding bein hashmashos and 3 opinions in length, 2 explanations (Rabba/R Yosef) of R Yehuda's opinion and related discussion2024-05-1507 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 34b², 35a¹ (A/Y)2 sections- the doubt regarding bein hashmashos and 3 opinions in length, 2 explanations (Rabba/R Yosef) of R Yehuda's opinion and related discussion2024-05-1552 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 34a², 34b¹ Recap (A/Y)2 sections- things need to do before/during bein hashmashos erev Shabbos, eiruvei techumin and hatmana leading into Shabbos2024-05-1405 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 34a², 34b¹ (A/Y)2 sections- things need to do before/during bein hashmashos erev Shabbos, eiruvei techumin and hatmana leading into Shabbos2024-05-1454 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 28b-33a Review (28b mid-33a bot)Chazara- 14 sections2024-05-1435 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesKH Taanit 15a-15b (berachos, tekiyos)Minhag about the special berachos, response, and tekiyos, and disagreement of Chachamim2024-05-1426 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 33b, 34a¹ Recap (A/Y)2 sections- further discussion of sins and related punishments, story of RSbY in cave etc.2024-05-1303 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 33b, 34a¹ (A/Y)2 sections- further discussion of sins and related punishments, story of RSbY in cave etc.2024-05-1354 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesMegilla 24b¹ (24a² bot-24b¹ mid)3 sections- 2 reasons give kibud to maftir and regarding katan, erva for katan regarding Krias haTorah, mach about leading Shema if blind2024-05-1311 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesL&L 33- Hillel's HumilityGemara Shabbos 30b-31a: Hillel's humility and easygoing nature is highlighted in a bet between 2 nudniks2024-05-1226 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 32b², 33a Recap (A/Y)1 section- continued aggadita's about particular sins and associated punishments2024-05-1204 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 32b², 33a (A/Y)1 section- continued aggadita's about particular sins and associated punishments2024-05-1257 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 32a², 32b¹ (A/Y)2 sections- further perspective on dangerous situations and zechuyos, particular sins and related punishments2024-05-1056 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 32a², 32b¹ Recap (A/Y)2 sections- further perspective on dangerous situations and zechuyos, particular sins and related punishments2024-05-1003 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 31b², 32a¹ Recap (A/Y)3 sections- 2 explanations in R Yose (chayav on extinguishing pesilla davka), idea of women dying bc not careful w 3 mitzvos at time of birth, further discussion of judgement at dangerous times2024-05-0905 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 31b², 32a¹ (A/Y)3 sections- 2 explanations in R Yose (chayav on extinguishing pesilla davka), idea of women dying bc not careful w 3 mitzvos at time of birth, further discussion of judgement at dangerous times2024-05-0950 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesMegilla 24a (24a top-bot)2 sections- allowance to skip with Torah/Navi, ppl who can/cannot do certain tzibbur activities in shul and reasons haftara receives additional items2024-05-0916 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesParshas Kedoshim- Love Like Yourself?The mitzva of "v'ahavta l're'acha" is understood in various ways, and teaches numerous lessons2024-05-0938 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 31a², 31b¹ Recap (A/Y)2 sections- conclusion of stories with Shammai and Hillel, importance of yir'as shamayim (with/through Torah)2024-05-0803 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 31a², 31b¹ (A/Y)2 sections- conclusion of stories with Shammai and Hillel, importance of yir'as shamayim (with/through Torah)2024-05-0850 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 30b², 31a¹ Recap (A/Y)2 sections- Chachamim resolved and preserved Koheles and Mishlei contradictions, stories of easy nature of Hillel (and sternness of Shammai)2024-05-0703 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 30b², 31a¹ (A/Y)2 sections- Chachamim resolved and preserved Koheles and Mishlei contradictions, stories of easy nature of Hillel (and sternness of Shammai)2024-05-0755 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesMegilla 23b2, 24a1 (23b mid-24a top)2 sections- sources/reasons 10 ppl for various activities, distinctions between Krias haTorah/Navi in number of verses, etc.2024-05-0720 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesKH Taanit 15a (6 chasimos)7 additions and 6 special blessings (conclusions)2024-05-0730 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 30a, 30b1 Recap (A/Y)2 sections- discussion of "melacha she'eina tzricha ligufa" regarding extinguishing flame (mach RY/RS), story with R Tanchum clarification of verses dead/living and psak about extinguishing flame for sick2024-05-0605 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 30a, 30b1 (A/Y)2 sections- discussion of "melacha she'eina tzricha ligufa" regarding extinguishing flame (mach RY/RS), story with R Tanchum clarification of verses dead/living and psak about extinguishing flame for sick2024-05-0656 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesMegilla 23b1 (23b top-mid)1 section- series of "davar shebikedusha" that require 10 ppl and source for idea2024-05-0609 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesKH Taanit 15a (3rd set of fasts)Unique events of 3rd set (24 blessings...)2024-05-0621 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesL&L 32- Protesting for InsanityOur essential drive to "work" can result in serious damage if not channeled properly2024-05-0536 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 29b2 Recap (A/Y)2 sections- debate about gezeira of dripping into lamp on Shabbos, debate within debate "davar she'eino miskaven" (gedolim/ketanim)2024-05-0503 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 29b2 (A/Y)2 sections- debate about gezeira of dripping into lamp on Shabbos, debate within debate "davar she'eino miskaven" (gedolim/ketanim)2024-05-0551 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 29a2, 29b1 Recap (A/Y)2 sections- clarification of Rav's opinion (like R Yehuda), Rav Hamnuna's explanation in debate about mekabel tuma (RE/R Akiva)2024-05-0304 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 29a2, 29b1 (A/Y)2 sections- clarification of Rav's opinion (like R Yehuda), Rav Hamnuna's explanation in debate about mekabel tuma (RE/R Akiva)2024-05-0352 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 28b2, 29a1 Recap (A/Y)2 sections- 2 explanations of debate regarding wicks twisted but not singed (RE/R Akiva), 3 cases of debate regarding nolad (R Yehuda/RS)2024-05-0204 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 28b2, 29a1 (A/Y)2 sections- 2 explanations of debate regarding wicks twisted but not singed (RE/R Akiva), 3 cases of debate regarding nolad (R Yehuda/RS)2024-05-0254 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 25a-28b Review (25a mid-28b bot)Chazara- 11 sections2024-04-2220 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesL&L 31- Leaving Egypt (Erev Pesach)Understanding our essence is the key to being redeemed2024-04-2129 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 28a2, 28b1 Recap (A/Y)1 section- Rava argues (holds non-kosher skins are mekabel tumas ohel) and explains Rav Yosef differently (retzu'os of tefillin) and concludes with tachash being kosher animal too2024-04-2102 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 28a2, 28b1 (A/Y)1 section- Rava argues (holds non-kosher skins are mekabel tumas ohel) and explains Rav Yosef differently (retzu'os of tefillin) and concludes with tachash being kosher animal too2024-04-2149 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 27b2, 28a1 Recap (A/Y)3 sections- 3 similar opinions regarding flax (tzara'as/sechach), flax used for Shabbos and mekabel tumas ohel as cover and sources, non-kosher animal skins as ohel (and discussion of nature of "tachash")2024-04-1904 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 27b2, 28a1 (A/Y)3 sections- 3 similar opinions regarding flax (tzara'as/sechach), flax used for Shabbos and mekabel tumas ohel as cover and sources, non-kosher animal skins as ohel (and discussion of nature of "tachash")2024-04-1954 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 27a2, 27b1 Recap (A/Y)2 sections- 4 approaches to contradictory Tanna d'vei R Yishamel's, distinction between tumas sheretz and tzitzis2024-04-1805 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 27a2, 27b1 (A/Y)2 sections- 4 approaches to contradictory Tanna d'vei R Yishamel's, distinction between tumas sheretz and tzitzis2024-04-1855 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesParshas Metzora- Who Wants Life? (1/2)Kli Yakar explains the two "announcements" and bases them on a debate about solution/prevention for Lashon Hara.2024-04-1841 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 26b2, 27a1 (A/Y)1 section- proof to all opinions (tzemer upishtim is mekabel tuma 3x3 etzba'os regarding tzara'as) and derasha of Rava that other type sod material are mekabel tuma 3x3 tefachim regarding other tumos (sheratzim)2024-04-1750 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 26b 2, 27a 1 (A/Y)1 section- proof to all opinions (tzemer upishtim is mekabel tuma 3x3 etzba'os regarding tzara'as) and derasha of Rava that other type sod material are mekabel tuma 3x3 tefachim regarding other tumos (sheratzim)2024-04-1704 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 26a, 26b 1 Recap (A/Y)3 sections- 3 reasons cannot use "tzari" (balsam oil), multiple opinions regarding tree/fruit/animal oils, debate regarding tumas begadim (tzemer/pishtim or general)2024-04-1604 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 26a, 26b 1 (A/Y)3 sections- 3 reasons cannot use "tzari" (balsam oil), multiple opinions regarding tree/fruit/animal oils, debate regarding tumas begadim (tzemer/pishtim or general)2024-04-1654 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 22a-25a Review (21b bot-25 mid)Chazara- 15 sections2024-04-1625 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesKH Taanit 14b-15a (greeting Jews and rewards)How nations will greet Jews in future and rewards for different levels2024-04-1617 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 25a 2, 25b Recap (A/Y)3 sections- second source Kohen can use Teruma temeiya as fuel, issue of "itran" and idea of kavod/oneg Shabbos, opinions in definition of wealthy person2024-04-1503 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 25a 2, 25b (A/Y)3 sections- second source Kohen can use Teruma temeiya as fuel, issue of "itran" and idea of kavod/oneg Shabbos, opinions in definition of wealthy person2024-04-1554 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesL&L 30- A Real "Am Ha'aretz"Gemara Shabbos 23b, Pesachim 49b, Kesubos 62b, Taanis 4a, Maharsha (Shabbos)- one who loves/fears the Chachamim and the rewards, based on discrepancy of TC/Am Ha'aretz2024-04-1425 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 24b, 25a 1 Recap (A/Y)5 sections- psak regarding additions when not related to day, debate TK/Chachamim about "chelev", not lighting with "shemen sereifa" on YT and other opinions, 4 answers why not burn kodshim (and Teruma) on YT, source for allowance to benefit from Teruma temeiya (on Chol)2024-04-1405 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 24b, 25a 1 (A/Y)5 sections- psak regarding additions when not related to day, debate TK/Chachamim about "chelev", not lighting with "shemen sereifa" on YT and other opinions, 4 answers why not burn kodshim (and Teruma) on YT, source for allowance to benefit from Teruma temeiya (on Chol)2024-04-1453 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 24a Recap (A/Y)2 sections- insertions in birkas hamazon, insertions when tefilla is unrelated to the insertion2024-04-1203 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 24a (A/Y)2 sections- insertions in birkas hamazon, insertions when tefilla is unrelated to the insertion2024-04-1242 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesKH Taanit 14b (Adam Chashuv in tzibbur)Halachos about allowances/disallowances of Adam Chashuv in public regarding falling on face, etc.2024-04-1222 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbos 23b Recap (A/Y)3 sections- suspicion of Pey'ah and multiple wicks, preferences with paying for mitzvos and rewards for care of different mitzvos, "shemen sereifa" (Teruma temeiya ) 2 opinions2024-04-1103 minR Yitzchak Shifman Torah ClassesShabbat 23b (A/Y)3 sections- suspicion of Pey'ah and multiple wicks, preferences with paying for mitzvos and rewards for care of different mitzvos, "shemen sereifa" (Teruma temeiya ) 2 opinions2024-04-1148 min