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Ki Teitzei 5784: Compassion and Limits
In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Michael Hattin explore the mitzvah of Shiluach HaKen (sending away the mother bird) in Parshat Ki Teitzei. They discuss how this seemingly small commandment
Shoftim 5784: Righteous Leadership
How does the Torah guide us in creating balanced and just leadership? - In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Nechama Goldman Barash explore Parshat Shoftim, delving into the Torah's vision for leaders
Re’eh 5784: Kashrut and Spiritual Clarity
How do our perceptions, whether clear or confused, impact our understanding of Torah and our relationships? - In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Brent Chaim Spodek explore Parshat Re'eh, focus
Ekev 5784: The Light in Every Mitzvah
How can a single word in the Torah guide us toward deeper spiritual understanding? - In this episode, Zvi Hirschfield and Yizcah Smith dive into Parshat Ekev, exploring the profound spiritual insights
V’etchanan 5784: A Legacy of Fire and Hope
Why does Moshe mix harsh rebuke with a profound sense of hope in his final speech? - In this episode, Tzvi Hirschfield and Tovah Leah Nachmani delve into Parashat Va'etchananand into the complex laye
Devarim 5784: Facing Giants
What can a giant teach us about overcoming obstacles and building a better society? - In this episode, Tzvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Haim Shalom delve into the Parsha of Devarim, highlighting the signifi
Matot Masei 5784: Choosing the East
What happens when a collective seeks fulfillment outside the promised land? - In this episode, Rabbi Tzvi Hirschfield and Rabbi Leon Morris delve into the intriguing narrative of the two and a half tr
Pinchas 5784: Passion and Faith
What drives someone to take extreme action in the name of faith? - In this week's episode Rabbi Dr. Howard Markose and Rabbi Zvi Hirschfield unravel the gripping narrative of Parsha Pinchas. Join them
Balak 5784: Finding Identity in Solitude
How do we navigate the complexities of being a unique people while integrating into the modern world? - In this weeks episode, Rabbi Avi Spodek and Rabbi Zvi Hirschfield delve into Parsha Balak, high
Chukat 5784: The Paradox of the Red Heifer
Why does a ritual meant to purify others render the priest impure? - In this weeks episode, join Rabbanit Nechama Goldman Barash and Dr. Daniel Reifman as they delve into the perplexing ritual of th