Weekly Torah Portion

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Bereishit

April 7, 2021

Adam Eve the Serpent & The First Sin – Making Sense of the Bizarre

What can we learn from the story of Adam and Eve and the First Sin? Why did they need the…

Lech Lecha

November 7, 2019

Parshat Lech Lecha – The Surrogate Mother

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Lech Lecha

November 7, 2019

Parshat Lech Lecha – G-d’s Promise

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Noach

October 30, 2019

Parshat Noach – Symbolism of the Rainbow

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Noach

October 29, 2019

Parshat Noach – The Righteous Man

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Bereishit

October 24, 2019

Parshat Bereishit – The New Beginning

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Shemot

September 8, 2019

Parshat Beshalach – Rewards of the Woman

Yitro

September 8, 2019

Parshat Ki Tisa – Power of Forgiveness

Va’etchanan

August 19, 2019

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Baruch-Rosenblum_Parshat-Vaetchanan_55625.smil/playlist.m3u8″]What tremendous influences can every Jew have in the upper worlds and how? Do Gentiles also have such power?…

Chukat

July 11, 2019

Chukat – Burning of Torah Manuscripts in France

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Daniel-Glatstein_Chukat__Chukat-Burning-of-Torah-Manuscripts-in-France_54897.smil/playlist.m3u8″]In the 13th century thousands of Torah documents were burnt in France on erev shabbat of parshat chukat. Rabbi…

Tzav

March 21, 2019

Tzav – Offerings and the Sacrificial Service

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Tzav_The-Weekly-Impact_Tzav-Offerings-and-the-Sacrificial-Service_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Rabbi Kaplan derives fascinating lessons for life based on the procedure of the offerings and the sacrificial service

Vayakhel

February 27, 2019

Parshat Vayakhel – Internal Lives

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Tetzaveh

February 13, 2019

Tetzaveh – Light Unto the Nations

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Guy-Matalon_Tetzaveh__Tetzaveh-Light-Unto-the-Nations_49387.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the function and purpose of the Temple and all its vessels? Why is this the only…

Tetzaveh

February 13, 2019

Tetzaveh – Part 2 – The Breast-Plate

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Tetzaveh_The-Weekly-Impact_Tetzaveh-Part-2-The-Breast-Plate_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why was the High Priest rewarded with wearing the breast-plate? What does the breast-plate represent? Rabbi Kaplan delivers…

Tetzaveh

February 13, 2019

Tetzaveh – Part 1 – The Menorah

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Tetzaveh_The-Weekly-Impact_Tetzaveh-Part-1-The-Menorah_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why is Moses not mentioned in this week's portion? What does the Menorah represent? Rabbi Kaplan derives phenomenal…

Mishpatim

January 30, 2019

Parshat Mishpatim – Web Surfing

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Beshalach

January 17, 2019

Parshat Beshalach – The Doctor is In

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Beshalach

January 17, 2019

Beshalach – The Splitting of the Sea

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Breitowitz_Beshalach__Beshalach-The-Splitting-of-the-Sea_54955.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why do we sing a song of praise upon the downfall of the Egyptians? Why do the Sages…

Beshalach

January 15, 2019

Parshat Beshalach – Burning Bridges

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January 10, 2019

The Holy Staff

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January 9, 2019

Bo – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Bo_The-Weekly-Impact_Bo-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What was the source of the darkness that plagued Egypt? Rabbi Kaplan delivers deeper insights into the ten…

January 9, 2019

Bo – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Bo_The-Weekly-Impact_Bo-Part-3_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What was the purpose of the ten plagues? Why did Hashem have to plead with the Jewish people…

January 9, 2019

Bo – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Bo_The-Weekly-Impact_Bo-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What does it mean that G-d hardened Pharaoh's heart, does that mean that he lost his free will?…

Va’eira

January 3, 2019

Va’eira – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_The-Weekly-Impact_Vaeira-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What was the purpose of the Ten Plagues? Rabbi Kaplan teaches us how to react when confronted with…

Va’eira

January 3, 2019

Va’eira – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_The-Weekly-Impact_Vaeira-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does the Torah list the genealogy of the Jewish people before the plagues begin? In this episode…

Va’eira

January 3, 2019

Va’eira – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_The-Weekly-Impact_Vaeira-Part-3_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Pharaoh would go down to the Nile to relieve himself privately once in twenty four hours, trying to…

Va’eira

December 30, 2018

Parshat Va’era – Let My People Go

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Vayechi

December 18, 2018

Parshat Vayechi – Cords of Love

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Vayechi

December 18, 2018

Parshat Vayechi – The Crossing of the Hands

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Vayigash

December 10, 2018

Parshat Vayigash – Aged Wine

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Vayigash

December 10, 2018

Parshat Vayigash – Yosef’s Love

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yisroel-Perelson_Vayigash_Yosefs-Love_54991.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Why did Yosef never write to Yaakov from Egypt that he was alive? Rabbi Yisroel Perelson, Rabbi & Mohel…

Vayigash

December 10, 2018

Parshat Vayigash – Yosef’s Kingdom

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Vayeishev

November 27, 2018

Parshat Vayeishev – Pure Intentions

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yisroel-Perelson_Vayeishev__Parshat-Vayeishev-Pure-Intentions_54991.smil/playlist.m3u8″]If the brothers were justified in selling Yosef, why then are they punished? What is the difference between Tamar…

Vayishlach

November 19, 2018

Parshat Vayishlach – The Great Benefit of Material Wealth

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Vayishlach

November 19, 2018

Parshat Vayishlach – The Wrestling Match

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Vayishlach

November 19, 2018

Parshat Vayishlach – The Light of Truth

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Vayishlach

November 19, 2018

Parshat Vayishlach – The Epic Meeting

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Vayishlach

November 19, 2018

Parshat Vayishlach – The True Reason behind Antisemitism

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yisroel-Perelson_Vayishlach__Parshat-Vayishlach-The-True-Reason-behind-Antisemitism_54991.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Why do the nations of the world all hate us? What did we do wrong? Rabbi Yisroel Perelson, Rabbi…

Vayeitzei

November 15, 2018

Parshat Vayeitzei – The Love of a Father

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zecharia-Wallerstein_Vayeitzei_The-Love-of-a-Father_54874.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Why does G-d refer to Avraham as Yaakov's father, rather than Yitzchak? How did Avraham and Yitzchak defer as…

Vayeitzei

November 10, 2018

Parshat Vayeitzei – The Holy Sons

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Vayeitzei

November 10, 2018

Parshat Vayeitzei – The Switch

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Vayeitzei

November 10, 2018

Vayeitzei – Yaakov’s Dream

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yossi-Kantor_Vayeitzei_Memorize-the-Torah_Vayeitzei-Yaakovs-Dream_52185.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this week's Torah rap, Rabbi Kantor teaches us valuable lessons for life based on Yaakov Avinu's dream…

Toldot

November 8, 2018

Parshat Toldot – Yitzchak, Son of Avraham

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Toldot

November 5, 2018

Parshat Toldot – The Ancient Bloggers

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zecharia-Wallerstein_Toldot_The-Ancient-Bloggers_54874.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Did you know that there were bloggers in Avraham's time as well? Rabbi Wallerstein gives us an insight into…

Toldot

November 5, 2018

Parshat Toldot – Part 1 – Purity of the Eyes

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Aharon-Walkin_Toldot__Parshat-Toldot-Part-1-Purity-of-the-Eyes_54885.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Why did Yitzchak become blind towards the end of his days? How did his blindness actually enhance his sense…

Toldot

November 4, 2018

Parshat Toldot – Why Did Yitzchak Love Eisav So Much?

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Chayei Sarah

November 1, 2018

Parshat Chayei Sarah – A Wife for Yitzchak

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Vayeira

October 25, 2018

Parshat Vayeira – The Challenge of Raising Children

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Aharon-Walkin_Vayeira__Parshat-Vayeira-The-Challenge-of-Raising-Children_54885.smil/playlist.m3u8″]In this week's Torah portion, G-d commands Abraham to expel Ishmael from his home. According to some commentaries, this…

Vayeira

October 25, 2018

Parshat Vayeira – Throwing a Child Out of the House

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zecharia-Wallerstein_Vayeira_Throwing-a-Child-Out-of-the-House_54874.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Could it ever be right to throw a child out of the house? What should a parent's attitude be…

Vayeishev

June 4, 2018

Parshat Vayeishev – What’s Wrong with Asking for a Peaceful Life

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Vayeitzei

May 29, 2018

Parshat Vayeitzei – The Wife Swap

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Vayeitzei

May 28, 2018

Parshat Vayeitzei – Yaakov’s Ladder

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Toldot

May 24, 2018

Parshat Toldot – Birth Pains

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Chayei Sarah

May 23, 2018

Parshat Chayei Sarah – Rising to Holiness – The Purchase of Efron’s Field

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Chayei Sarah

May 23, 2018

Parshat Chayei Sarah – And Avraham Became Old

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Vayeira

May 21, 2018

Parshat Vayeira – When Lot Escaped from Sodom

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Vayeira

May 17, 2018

Parshat Vayeira – The Wine in the Cave

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Vayeira

May 16, 2018

Parshat Vayeira – The Avraham-Sodom Contrast

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Vayeira

May 16, 2018

Parshat Vayeira – The Destruction of Sodom

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Lech Lecha

May 14, 2018

Parshat Lech Lecha – The Very First World War

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Lech Lecha

May 13, 2018

Parshat Lech Lecha – The Rebirth of Mankind

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Lech Lecha

May 13, 2018

Parshat Lech Lecha – Go, Go, Go

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Lech Lecha

May 13, 2018

Parshat Lech Lecha – Avraham’s Life

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Noach

May 9, 2018

How Righteous was Noach?

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Vayakhel

March 8, 2018

Parshat Vayakhel – The Tabernacle Reloaded

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Vayakhel

March 8, 2018

Parshat Vayakhel – Questions and Answers

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Vayakhel

March 7, 2018

Parshat Vayakhel – The Bridge of the River Kwai Syndrome

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Vayakhel

March 6, 2018

Parshat Vayakhel – Do you Believe in the 7 Days of Creation?

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Ki Tisa

February 28, 2018

Parshat Ki Tisa – True Freedom

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Ki Tisa

February 27, 2018

Parshat Ki Tisa – The Noise of the Society

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Ki Tisa

February 26, 2018

Parshat Ki Tisa – A Coin of Fire

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Ki Tisa

February 26, 2018

Parshat Ki Tisa – The Tabernacle & the 3 Crowns

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Mishpatim

February 7, 2018

Parshat Mishpatim – The Mystery of Rephidim

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Mishpatim

February 7, 2018

Parshat Mishpatim – Dayeinu

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Beshalach

January 28, 2018

Parshat Beshalach – Everyday Miracles

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Vayeishev

January 17, 2018

Parshat Vayeishev – No Rest for the Righteous

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Toldot

January 14, 2018

Parshat Toldot – Life is a Boomerang

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Ki Teitzei

January 14, 2018

Parshat Ki Tetzei – Going Out to War

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Noach

October 19, 2017

Parshat Noach – Payday will Come

R' Eliezer Zeytouneh derives an important life lesson from the weekly Torah portion and elaborates on the age-old question: When…

Yitro

May 11, 2017

The Power of a Judge

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Beshalach

March 30, 2017

A Leap of Faith – Crossing the Red Sea

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Mishpatim

March 30, 2017

Parshat Mishpatim – Civil Law & Reincarnation

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Shemot

February 6, 2017

Parshat Shemot – Man’s Plan vs. G-d’s Plan

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yisroel-Perelson_Shemot_Mans-Plan-vs-G-ds-Plan_54991.smil/playlist.m3u8″]In our weekly portion, Pharaoh decrees to annihilate all Jewish baby boys and yet the redeemer grows up in…

Shemot

February 6, 2017

Parshat Shemot – Kindness before Truth

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yisroel-Perelson_Shemot_Kindness-before-Truth_54991.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Why is it important to always have kindness coming before truth? How can you tell if your friend is…

Vayechi

February 6, 2017

Parshat Vayechi – The Pathway to Eternal Life

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yisroel-Perelson_Vayechi_The-Pathway-to-Eternal-Life_54991.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Why do bless our children to be specifically like Efraim and Menashe? What was so unique about them and…

Vayigash

February 6, 2017

Parshat Vayigash – Tears of Pain, Tears of Joy

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yisroel-Perelson_Vayigash_Tears-of-Pain-Tears-of-Joy_54991.smil/playlist.m3u8″]It is said that in the time to come, G-d will erase all tears. Why erase tears of joy?…

Vayigash

February 6, 2017

Parshat Vayigash – Part 1 – Yaakov’s Shema

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Aharon-Walkin_Vayigash_Part-1_Yaakovs_Shema_54885.smil/playlist.m3u8″]This week's portion describes the reunion of Yaakov and Yosef after 22 years of separation. Surprisingly, Yaakov doesn't take…

Vayigash

February 6, 2017

Parshat Vayigash – Part 2 – Means of Protection

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Aharon-Walkin_Vayigash_Part-2_Means-of-Protection_54885.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Continuing the discussion of why Yaakov was not hugging his son back after 22 years of being separated from…

Vayigash

February 6, 2017

Parshat Vayigash – Part 3 – Boundless Love for G-d

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Aharon-Walkin_Vayigash_Part-3_Boundless-Love-for-G-d_54885.smil/playlist.m3u8″]In this session, Rabbi Walkin gives us yet another explanation for Yaakov's Shema during his long-awaited reunion with Yosef…

Vayigash

February 6, 2017

Parshat Vayigash – Part 4 – Experiencing G-d through the Difficulties

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Aharon-Walkin_Vayigash_Part-4_Experiencing-G-d-through-the-Difficulties_54885.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Why are the Jews compared to olives and how is this related to our nation's difficult history of persecution?…

Shoftim

February 6, 2017

Parshat Shoftim – Overiew

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Shoftim

February 6, 2017

Parshat Shoftim – Government & Monarchy in Judaism

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Ki Teitzei

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tetzei – Overiew

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Ki Teitzei

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tetzei – The Captive Woman

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Ki Teitzei

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tetzei – The Resented Wife & the Eldest Son’s Share

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Ki Teitzei

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tetzei – The Rebellious Child

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Ki Teitzei

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tetzei – Tips for Raising Children

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Ki Teitzei

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tetzei – Marriage Limitations

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Ki Teitzei

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tetzei – Wearing Garments of the Opposite Gender

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Ki Teitzei

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tetzei – Levirate Marriage, Theft & More

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Ki Teitzei

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tetzei – The Long-Lost Nations of Canaan

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Ki Teitzei

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tetzei – Wool, Linen & Forbidden Mixtures

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Ki Teitzei

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tetzei – Respect for the Dead Body

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Ki Tavo

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tavo – Emulating G-d – Correlation between Body & Soul

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Ki Tavo

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tavo – Emulating G-d – The 13 Attributes of Mercy – Part 1

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Ki Tavo

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tavo – Emulating G-d – The 13 Attributes of Mercy – Part 2

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Ki Tavo

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tavo – Emulating G-d – Being Merciful & Giving

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Ki Tavo

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tavo – Emulating G-d – Being Holy – Separating from Promiscuity

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Ki Tavo

February 6, 2017

Parshat Ki Tavo – Emulating G-d – Being Holy – Don’t Drown in Physicality

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Nitzavim

February 6, 2017

Parshat Nitzavim – Responsibility for Others

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Nitzavim

February 6, 2017

Parshat Nitzavim – The Eternal Covenant with G-d

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Vayeishev

December 28, 2016

Parshat Vayeishev – The Battle for Survival

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yisroel-Perelson_Vayeishev__Parshat-Vayeishev-The-Battle-for-Survival_54991.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Every year, we read about the brothers selling Yosef and it seems normal. However, if we stop to think…

Chukat

December 25, 2016

Chukat – The Paradox of the Red Heifer

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Daniel-Glatstein_Chukat__Chukat-The-Paradox-of-the-Red-Heifer_54897.smil/playlist.m3u8″]What couldn’t King Solomon comprehend about the red heifer? What can we learn from the paradox of the red…

Vayeitzei

December 15, 2016

Parshat Vayeitzei – The Power of Chesed

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yisroel-Perelson_Vayeitzei__Parshat-Vayeitzei-The-Power-of-Chesed_54991.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Everyone praises Rivka's kindness for revealing the secrets to her sister Leah and sparing her the shame, but how…

Toldot

December 11, 2016

Parshat Toldot – Part 4 – Connected to the Inner World

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Aharon-Walkin_Toldot__Parshat-Toldot-Part-4-Connected-to-the-Inner-World_54885.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Why did the Klausenberger Rebbe find it difficult to depart from the concentration camp? How can we connect to…

Toldot

December 11, 2016

Parshat Toldot – Part 3 – Healthy Emotions

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Aharon-Walkin_Toldot__Parshat-Toldot-Part-3-Healthy-Emotions_54885.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Why can't we come to love G-d through looking at His creation anymore? Why is flying in first class…

Toldot

December 11, 2016

Parshat Toldot – Part 2 – Spiritual Senses

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Aharon-Walkin_Toldot__Parshat-Toldot-Part-2-Spiritual-Senses_54885.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Why was the Alter of Slabodka all shaken from a simple breakfast of porridge? How can we enhance our…

Toldot

December 5, 2016

Parshat Toldot – The Grey Son

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zecharia-Wallerstein_Toldot_The-Grey-Son_54874.smil/playlist.m3u8″]How can it be that the Torah openly insults Rivka? What were Yitzchak and Rivka actually praying for? Rabbi…

Noach

November 24, 2016

Parshat Noach – Taking Responsibility

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Bereishit

November 24, 2016

Parshat Bereishit – Uniting the Body & Soul

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Bereishit

November 24, 2016

Parshat Bereishit – What Does it Mean “to Emulate G-d”?

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Shelach

November 24, 2016

Parshat Shelach – Fighting the Battle Together

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Vayechi

November 24, 2016

Parshat Vayechi – Survival in Exile

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Vayeitzei

November 24, 2016

Parshat Vayeitzei – Climbing the Ladder of Success

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Botton_Vayeitzei_The-Mystical-Side-of-the-Parsha_Parshat-Vayeitzei-Climbing-the-Ladder-of-Success_49055.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Why does the gematriya of the Hebrew word for “ladder” equal that of “money”? Rabbi Yitzchak Botton delves into…

Vayeitzei

November 24, 2016

Parshat Vayeitzei – Ascending the Ladder of Prayer

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Chayei Sarah

November 21, 2016

Parshat Chayei Sarah – Talk Less, Do More

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Laniado_Chayei-Sarah__Parshat-Chayei-Sarah-Talk-Less-Do-More_54984.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Rabbi David Laniado shares guidance regarding how to choose a business partner and ensure that you won’t get…

Vayeira

November 13, 2016

Parshat Vayeira – The Greatness of Peace

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zamir-Cohen_Vayeira_The-Weekly-Parsha-Subtitles_Parshat-Vayeira-The-Greatness-of-Peace_47125.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this short clip, Rabbi Zamir Cohen discusses the approach we should all take in the promotion of…

Yitro

November 10, 2016

Parshat Yitro – True Justice

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Yitro

November 10, 2016

Parshat Yitro – Reincarnation

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Shelach

November 10, 2016

Parshat Shelach – Putting Yourself in Danger

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Shelach

November 10, 2016

Parshat Shelach – Human Effort vs. Faith

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Pinchas

November 10, 2016

Parshat Pinchas – Hierarchy – Living Up to Your Potential

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Mattot

November 10, 2016

Parshat Mattot – How Keeping Kosher Affects You

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Balak

November 10, 2016

Parshat Balak – The Spiral of World History

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Balak

November 10, 2016

Parshat Balak – The 4 Exiles & their Purpose

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Balak

November 10, 2016

Parshat Balak – Prophecies & Dreams

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Balak

November 10, 2016

Parshat Balak – Blessings, Curses & Nature

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Shelach

November 10, 2016

Parshat Shelach – Visiting Tombs of Tzaddikim

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Bereishit

November 9, 2016

True Kindness

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Bereishit

November 9, 2016

Parshat Bereishit – Keep Away from Jealousy

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Noach

November 9, 2016

Gratitude – It’s All in the Education

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Vayechi

November 9, 2016

Vayechi – The Uniqueness of the Twelve Tribes

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Breitowitz_Vayechi__Vayechi-The-Uniqueness-of-the-Twelve-Tribes_54955.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why is the Jewish Nation made up of Twelve Tribes? What is true unity? Each of the Twelve…

Vayikra

November 9, 2016

Vayikra – Uncovering the Secrets Behind the Small Aleph

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Botton_Vayikra_The-Mystical-Side-of-the-Parsha_Vayikra-Uncovering-the-Secrets-Behind-the-Small-Aleph_49055.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The first word of the Book of Vayikra (Leviticus) is written in an unusual fashion. The last letter…

Chayei Sarah

November 9, 2016

Chayei Sarah – The Double Life of Sarah

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Botton_Chayei-Sarah_The-Mystical-Side-of-the-Parsha_Chayei-Sarah-The-Double-Life-of-Sarah_49055.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The Scriptures hint to the fact that Sarah lived a ‘double life’. What was this double life all…

Beshalach

November 9, 2016

Beshalach – Real Beauty – Emulating Hashem

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Botton_Beshalach_The-Mystical-Side-of-the-Parsha_Beshalach-Real-Beauty-Emulating-Hashem_49055.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this lesson Rabbi Botton teaches us that there are three verses in this week’s portion that command…

Beha’alotcha

November 9, 2016

Beha’alotcha – Life Lessons from the Pesach Offering

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Botton_Behaalotcha_The-Mystical-Side-of-the-Parsha_Life-Lessons-from-the-Pesach-Offering_49055.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the uniqueness of the Passover offering?Why did G-d command the Jewish people to sacrifice an animal…

Vayikra

November 9, 2016

Vayikra – Deep-Pan Meal Offering

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayikra_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayikra-Deep-Pan-Meal-Offering_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What can we learn from the 'deep pan meal offering'? What really causes us to get angry? Why…

Vayigash

November 9, 2016

Vayigash – Yosef Reveals Himself

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayigash_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayigash-Yosef-Reveals-Himself_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How did Yosef prove his identity to his brothers? Why did Joseph have to go through the challenge…

Vayigash

November 9, 2016

Vayigash – Yaakov Receives the News

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayigash_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayigash-Yaakov-Receives-the-News_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why didn’t Jacob kiss Joseph when he finally met him? What was the topic of conversation between Jacob…

Vayigash

November 9, 2016

Vayigash – Binyamin is Innocent

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayigash_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayigash-Binyamin-is-Innocent_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this lesson we learn how Joseph orders his brother Benjamin to remain with him. Judah went to…

Vayechi

November 9, 2016

Vayechi – Yaakov Blesses the Tribes

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayechi_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayechi-Yaakov-Blesses-the-Tribes_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Joseph positioned his sons with the firstborn Menashe to Jacob's right and Ephraim on his left. When giving…

Vayechi

November 9, 2016

Vayechi – The “Closed” Section

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayechi_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayechi-The-Closed-Section_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why is there no gap between this week’s Torah portion and the previous portion? What does Jacob request…

Tzav

November 9, 2016

Tzav – Offerings and Blood

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Tzav_The-Weekly-Impact_Tzav-Offerings-and-Blood_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] If a person was in danger and survived it what kind of blessing must he recite? What is…

Shemini

November 9, 2016

Shemini – Various Mitzvot in the Parsha

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shemini_The-Weekly-Impact_Shemini-Various-Mitzvot-in-the-Parsha_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How many commandments are there in the Torah? Is it permissible to grow long hair? Why is it…

Tazria

November 9, 2016

Tazria – The Basic Leprosy and the Procedure of Verification

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Tazria_The-Weekly-Impact_Tazria-The-Basic-Leprosy-and-the-Procedure-of-Verification_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What kind a sin causes leprosy? Why is gossip so severe? What kind of virtues should one look…

Tazria

November 9, 2016

Tazria – Childbirth and Purification

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Tazria_The-Weekly-Impact_Tazria-Childbirth-and-Purification_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Is it permissible to perform circumcision on Shabbat? What are the three main connections that Jews have with…

Shemot

November 9, 2016

Shemot – The Generation Passes

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shemot_The-Weekly-Impact_Shemot-The-Generation-Passes_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The family of Jacob entered Egypt as honored, invited guests. However, things turned drastically worse. Not long before…

Shemini

November 9, 2016

Shemini – The Priestly Service Begins

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shemini_The-Weekly-Impact_Shemini-The-Priestly-Service-Begins_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How did Aaron know that G-d forgave him? Who gets greater reward, one who needs to do a…

Shemini

November 9, 2016

Shemini – Holiness and the Laws of Kashrut

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shemini_The-Weekly-Impact_Shemini-Holiness-and-the-Laws-of-Kashrut_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What are the signs of a kosher fish? Why is there a custom to eat fish at Shabbat…

Mikeitz

November 9, 2016

Mikeitz – Yaakov Sends His Sons to Egypt

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Mikeitz_The-Weekly-Impact_Mikeitz-Yaakov-Sends-His-Sons-to-Egypt_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Following the famine Jacob's sons descend to Egypt. They did not recognize Joseph, but Joseph recognize them. Why…

Vayigash

November 9, 2016

Vayigash – Binyamin, A Slave in Egypt

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Guy-Matalon_Vayigash__Vayigash-Binyamin-A-Slave-in-Egypt_49387.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Yosef take one of his brothers hostage? Rabbi Matalon in a fascinating lecture on the Weekly Torah…

Vayechi

November 9, 2016

Vayechi – The Samson Story

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayechi_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayechi-The-Samson-Story_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How did Samson defend Israel? What was G-d's goal for sending The Jewish People down to Egypt? Why…

Pinchas

November 9, 2016

Parshat Pinchas – Find Your Way in Connecting to G-d

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rebbetzin-Rochel-Silber_Pinchas_Chassidut_Parshat-Pinchas-Find-Your-Way-in-Connecting-to-G-d_54977.smil/playlist.m3u8″]

Shemini

November 9, 2016

Shemini – Aaron’s Blessing and the Divine Presence

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shemini_The-Weekly-Impact_Shemini-Aarons-Blessing-and-the-Divine-Presence_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Aaron's sons die? What are the criteria for obtaining prophecy? Why is it so important for…

Ki Tavo

September 21, 2016

Parshat Ki Tavo – Bikkurim – The Importance of Gratitude

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Aharon-Walkin_Ki-Tavo__Parshat-Ki-Tavo-Bikkurim-The-Importance-of-Gratitude_54885.smil/playlist.m3u8″]

Korach

August 29, 2016

Korach – How to Measure a Person’s True Level

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Korach_The-Weekly-Impact_How-to-Measure-a-Persons-True-Level_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″]

Korach

August 29, 2016

Korach – The Holiness of the Jewish People

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Korach_The-Weekly-Impact_Korach-The-Holiness-of-the-Jewish-People_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″]

Korach

August 29, 2016

Korach – It’s All Up to the Wife

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Korach_The-Weekly-Impact_Its-All-Up-to-the-Wife_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″]

Korach

August 29, 2016

Korach – The Irrationality of a Human Being

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Korach_The-Weekly-Impact_Korach-The-Irrationality-of-a-Human-Being_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″]

Korach

August 29, 2016

Korach – You May Be Right, But You’re Wrong!

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Korach_The-Weekly-Impact_You-May-Be-Right-But-Youre-Wrong_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″]

Shelach

August 29, 2016

Shelach – The Missing Species

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shelach_The-Weekly-Impact_Shelach-The-Missing-Species_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″]

Shelach

August 29, 2016

Shelach – Tzitzit: The Guardian Garment

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shelach_The-Weekly-Impact_Shelach-Tzitzit-The-Guardian-Garment_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″]

Korach

August 29, 2016

Korach – Watch out for Korachitis

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Korach_The-Weekly-Impact_Korach-Watch-out-for-Korachitis_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″]

Chukat

August 29, 2016

Parshat Chukat – Ashes of Purity

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Chukat

August 29, 2016

Parshat Chukat – Moshe’s Sin

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Balak

August 29, 2016

Parshat Balak – Part 1 – Foxes in the Vineyard

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Menachem-Nissel_Balak__Parshat-Balak-Part-1-Foxes-in-the-Vineyard_49392.smil/playlist.m3u8″]

Balak

August 29, 2016

Parshat Balak – Part 2 – The Vineyard of Torah

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Menachem-Nissel_Balak__Parshat-Balak-Part-2-The-Vineyard-of-Torah_49392.smil/playlist.m3u8″]

Balak

August 29, 2016

Parshat Balak – Part 3 – Foxes in Our Times

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Menachem-Nissel_Balak__Parshat-Balak-Part-3-Foxes-in-Our-Times_49392.smil/playlist.m3u8″]

Balak

August 1, 2016

Parshat Balak – Be All that You Can Be

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Aaron-Lankry_Balak__Parshat-Balak-Be-All-that-You-Can-Be_54954.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Do you want to fulfill your ambitions? Do you dream about a better future? Rabbi Lankry explains how;…

Ki Tavo

July 27, 2016

Ki Tavo – Living Jewish

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Tavo_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tavo-Living-Jewish_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is Judaism? Should Jews try to live in Israel at any cost? Why do people talk gossip…

Ki Tavo

July 27, 2016

Ki Tavo – The First Fruits

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Tavo_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tavo-The-First-Fruits_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What can one achieve in five minutes? Why must a Jewish man wear a kippah on his head?…

Lech Lecha

July 27, 2016

Lech Lecha – Jewish Roots

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Shlomo-Schiller_Lech-Lecha__Lech-Lecha-Jewish-Roots_52306.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The strength and stamina of the Jewish Nation stems from the roots founded by the Patriarchs. Learn how…

Bereishit

July 27, 2016

Bereishit – The Tree of Knowledge of Good & Evil

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Bereishit_The-Weekly-Impact_Bereishit-The-Tree-of-Knowledge-of-Good-and-Evil_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Eve cause Adam to eat from the forbidden tree? What is the cause of most of…

Noach

July 27, 2016

Noach – Alcohol, Technology & Judaism

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Noach_The-Weekly-Impact_Noach-Alcohol-Technology-and-Judaism_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What does the Torah say about drinking wine? What is the first thing to consider when doing a…

Ki Tavo

July 27, 2016

Ki Tavo – Observing the Commandments Brings Prosperity

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Tavo_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tavo-Observing-the-Commandments-Brings-Prosperity_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What happens to a person who observes Hashem's commandments? How can it be that a person's reality can…

Re’eh

July 27, 2016

Re’eh – How to Increase Your Blessings

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Avraham-Reisman_Reeh_How-to-Increase-Your-Blessings_49838.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this Week's Torah Portion we learn about the blessings that were given on Mount Gerizim and the…

Ha’azinu

July 25, 2016

Ha’azinu – The Song of Moses

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Haazinu_The-Weekly-Impact_The-Song-of-Moses_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does this portion appear in two columns in the Torah Scroll? What is the meaning of this…

Chayei Sarah

July 4, 2016

Chayei Sarah – Dead or Alive?

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Avraham-Reisman_Chayei-Sarah__Chayei-Sarah-Dead-or-Alive_49838.smil/playlist.m3u8″] This Week's Torah Portion includes essential topics in Jewish Thought, such as marriage, family living, life and death.…

Lech Lecha

July 3, 2016

Lech Lecha – Circumcision

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Lech-Lecha_The-Weekly-Impact_Lech-Lecha-Circumcision_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the purpose of circumcision? Why is circumcision performed on the eighth day after birth? Rabbi Kaplan…

Lech Lecha

July 3, 2016

Lech Lecha – Abraham, Lot, Hagar & Ishmael

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Lech-Lecha_The-Weekly-Impact_Lech-Lecha-Abraham-Lot-Hagar-and-Ishmael_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does the Torah emphasize that Abraham and Lot looked alike? Why does Abraham get involved in a…

Chayei Sarah

July 3, 2016

Chayei Sarah – The Life of Sarah

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Chayei-Sarah_The-Weekly-Impact_Chayei-Sarah-The-Life-of-Sarah_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How did Sarah die? What is Judaism’s perspective of death? Can one lose the merit of performing a…

Chayei Sarah

July 3, 2016

Chayei Sarah – The Cave of the Patriarchs

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Chayei-Sarah_The-Weekly-Impact_Chayei-Sarah-The-Cave-of-the-Patriarchs_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The Cave of the Patriarchs is one of the most famous areas of real estate on earth; Why?…

Chayei Sarah

July 3, 2016

Chayei Sarah – A Lesson in Marriage

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Chayei-Sarah_The-Weekly-Impact_Chayei-Sarah-A-Lesson-in-Marriage_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Learn fundamental principles for a healthy marriage with Rabbi Kaplan on the Weekly Torah Portion.

Toldot

July 3, 2016

Toldot – Jewish Inheritance

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Toldot_The-Weekly-Impact_Toldot-Jewish-Inheritance_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does the Torah tell us that Isaac looked like a split image of Abraham? An inspiring clip…

Ki Teitzei

July 3, 2016

Ki Tetzei – Yibum & Chalitzah – Levirate Marriage

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Teitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tetzei-Yibum-and-Chalitzah-Levirate-Marriage_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] If a married man dies childless, the widow must marry her deceased husband's brother. What is the purpose…

Ki Teitzei

July 3, 2016

Ki Tetzei – Wiping Out Amalek

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Teitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tetzei-Wiping-Out-Amalek_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Amalek is considered the arch enemy of the Jewish People. What did Amalek do to the Jews? Why…

Ki Teitzei

July 3, 2016

Ki Tetzei – Waging War

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Teitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tetzei-Waging-War_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the Jewish strategy for waging war? Rabbi Kaplan analyzes the first few verses of the Parsha…

Ki Teitzei

July 3, 2016

Ki Tetzei – The Rebellious Son

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Teitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tetzei-The-Rebellious-Son_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What are the characteristics of the rebellious son? Why does the Torah single out excessive indulgence of meat…

Ki Teitzei

July 3, 2016

Ki Tetzei – The Captive Woman at the Battle Front

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Teitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tetzei-The-Captive-Woman-at-the-Battle-Front_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the cause of the Jewish Nation’s success at war? What is the biggest war a Jew…

Ki Teitzei

July 3, 2016

Ki Tetzei – Shiluach Hakan & Ma’akeh

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Teitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tetzei-Shiluach-Hakan-and-Maakeh_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why is the mitzvah of ‘sending away the mother bird’ considered an easy mitzvah? What is the significance…

Ki Teitzei

July 3, 2016

Ki Tetzei – Returning Lost Objects

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Teitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tetzei-Returning-Lost-Objects_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Rabbi Kaplan discusses the Torah’s approach to returning lost objects.

Ki Teitzei

July 3, 2016

Ki Tetzei – Gifts for the Poor

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Teitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tetzei-Gifts-for-the-Poor_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Rabbi Kaplan focuses on the importance of maintaining the dignity of the poor when giving charity.

Ki Teitzei

July 3, 2016

Ki Tetzei – Forbidden Relationships

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Teitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tetzei-Forbidden-Relationships_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Who is considered a mamzer? What are the halachick ramifications of forbidden relationships? Learn about the stringency and…

Ki Teitzei

July 3, 2016

Ki Tetzei – Dress Code

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Teitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tetzei-Dress-Code_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why is it forbidden to cross-dress? May one cross-dress on Purim? Rabbi Kaplan focuses on Judaism’s approach to…

Ki Teitzei

July 3, 2016

Ki Tetzei – Don’t Mix

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Teitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tetzei-Dont-Mix_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why is it forbidden to plow with an ox and donkey together? Why is it prohibited to wear…

Ki Teitzei

July 3, 2016

Ki Tetzei – Divorce

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Teitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tetzei-Divorce_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] May one remarry the wife he divorced? Why are there so many laws preventing immorality? Rabbi Kaplan focuses…

Ki Teitzei

July 3, 2016

Ki Tetzei – Dangerous Jobs

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Teitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tetzei-Dangerous-Jobs_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Is it permissible to engage in a dangerous occupation? Rabbi Kaplan discusses the Torah approach to engaging in…

Ha’azinu

July 3, 2016

Ha’azinu – Insights to the Song of Moses

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Haazinu_The-Weekly-Impact_Insights-to-the-Song-of-Moses_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] If G-d is perfect so why did He create imperfection? Why do the righteous suffer and the wicked…

Shoftim

July 3, 2016

Shoftim – Part 3 – Differences Between Men And Women

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shoftim_The-Weekly-Impact_Shoftim-Part-3-Differences-Between-Men-And-Women_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why do the witnesses partake in the execution of the sinner? In this lesson Rabbi Kaplan explains why…

Shoftim

July 3, 2016

Shoftim – Part 2 – What is Justice?

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shoftim_The-Weekly-Impact_Shoftim-Part-2-What-is-Justice_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is justice? Why is justice so important to G-d and humanity? Rabbi Kaplan elaborates on the significance…

Shoftim

July 3, 2016

Shoftim – Part 1 – Shaving With a Razor

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shoftim_The-Weekly-Impact_Shoftim-Part-1-Shaving-With-a-Razor_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why are Jews forbidden to shave with Razor? Why must a court be at the entrance of the…

Chayei Sarah

June 30, 2016

Chayei Sarah – Jewish Respect for the Dead

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Shlomo-Schiller_Chayei-Sarah__Chayei-Sarah-Jewish-Respect-for-the-Dead_52306.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does the Torah mention the exact age of Sarah Emeinu? Why is Abraham adamant to pay the…

Toldot

June 30, 2016

Toldot – You’re My Source of Blessing

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Toldot_The-Weekly-Impact_Toldot-Youre-My-Source-of-Blessing_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does G-d long for the prayers of the righteous? Why are the prayers of the righteous compared…

Toldot

June 30, 2016

Toldot – Who Are You, My Son?

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Toldot_The-Weekly-Impact_Toldot-Who-Are-You-My-Son_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Yitzchak senses that perhaps he is being fooled, if so why does he give the blessings without being…

Vayeira

June 30, 2016

Vayeira – The Destruction of Sedom

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeira_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeira-The-Destruction-of-Sedom_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does Abraham negotiate the destruction of Sedom with G-d? Why were the people of Sedom so cruel…

Vayeira

June 30, 2016

Vayeira – Successful Parenting

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeira_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeira-Successful-Parenting_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Abraham and Sarah expel Ishmael from their home? Why did Abraham listen to Sarah regarding Ishmael’s…

Vayeira

June 30, 2016

Vayeira – Fear of G-d vs. Culture & Education

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeira_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeira-Fear-of-G-d-vs.-Culture-and-Education_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Abraham hide his wife from Avimelech? Rabbi Kaplan with essential lessons for life based on the…

Vayeira

June 30, 2016

Vayeira – Don’t Look Back

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeira_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeira-Dont-Look-Back_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why was Lot told not to look back at the destruction of Sedom? Why did Lot’s daughters intoxicate…

Vayeira

June 30, 2016

Vayeira – Akedah – The Ultimate Test

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeira_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeira-Akedah-The-Ultimate-Test_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did G-d challenge Abraham with the test of sacrificing his son? What was the real difficulty of…

Vayeira

June 30, 2016

Vayeira – Abraham’s Hospitality

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeira_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeira-Abrahams-Hospitality_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Avraham was waiting for guests at the entrance of his tent, during the heat of the day, after…

Vayelech

June 30, 2016

Vayeilech – The Perfect Cycle

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayelech_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeilech-The-Perfect-Cycle_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the significance of the fact that Moses was born and died on the same day? Rabbi…

Vayishlach

June 29, 2016

Vayishlach – The Connection to Hanukkah

The connection between the Torah portion of Vayishlach and the festival of Hanukkah.

Vayeitzei

June 28, 2016

Vayeitzei – Seven Years to Get Married

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeitzei-Seven-Years-to-Get-Married_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Yaakov commit to work for seven years in order to marry Rachel? What did Rachel receive…

Vayeitzei

June 28, 2016

Vayeitzei – His Dream Was a Prophecy

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeitzei-His-Dream-Was-a-Prophecy_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Why did Yaakov Avinu lie down to rest on Mount Moriah after studying for 14 years? Why did Yaakov…

Vayishlach

June 28, 2016

Vayishlach – War Time

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayishlach_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayishlach-War-Time_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Yaakov prepares himself to confront Eisav with gifts, prayer and war. Rabbi Kaplan explains how to defeat the…

Vayishlach

June 28, 2016

Vayishlach – The Encounter Between Yaacov and Eisav

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayishlach_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayishlach-The-Encounter-Between-Yaacov-and-Eisav_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The encounter between Yaakov & Eisav is an ongoing battle between the forces of good and evil. Rabbi…

Vayishlach

June 28, 2016

Vayishlach – The Double Message of Yaacov

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayishlach_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayishlach-The-Double-Message-of-Yaacov_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How did Yaakov manage to keep all the mitzvot while being in Lavan’s company? What is the source…

Mikeitz

June 28, 2016

Mikeitz – Pharaoh’s Dream

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Mikeitz_The-Weekly-Impact_Mikeitz-Pharaohs-Dream_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Pharaoh call the wise men of Egypt to interpret his dreams? How does Yosef react after…

Vayeishev

June 28, 2016

Vayeishev – Yaacov and His Offspring

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeishev_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeishev-Yaacov-and-His-Offspring_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does Yaakov favour Yosef? Why did Yosef inform Yaakov about the brothers behaviour? What caused the brothers…

Naso

June 28, 2016

Nasso – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Naso_The-Weekly-Impact_Nasso-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How can it be that a person who believes, can behave in a manner that contradicts his belief?…

Naso

June 28, 2016

Nasso – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Naso_The-Weekly-Impact_Nasso-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the longest portion the Torah? What happens to a women who drank from the holy water?…

Devarim

June 28, 2016

Devarim – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Devarim_The-Weekly-Impact_Devarim-Part-3_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why it is so important to hide our good deeds? How can it be that one does a…

Devarim

June 28, 2016

Devarim – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Devarim_The-Weekly-Impact_Devarim-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the purpose of every Jew? How can being polite work against you? In a humorous lecture,…

Devarim

June 28, 2016

Devarim – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Devarim_The-Weekly-Impact_Devarim-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Is it permissible to lie for the sake of Peace? Which sin is considered the most popular sin?…

Korach

June 28, 2016

Korach – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Korach_The-Weekly-Impact_Korach-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What was the mistake of Korach? What are the benefits of focusing on the good things in life?…

Korach

June 28, 2016

Korach – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Korach_The-Weekly-Impact_Korach-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did the earth swallow Korach? How do you define yourself as a person? How can it be…

Shelach

June 28, 2016

Shelach – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shelach_The-Weekly-Impact_Shelach-Part-3_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In Judaism who are the Eyes of the nation? Is it correct to think that Rabbis don't make…

Shelach

June 28, 2016

Shelach – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shelach_The-Weekly-Impact_Shelach-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the meaning of “tzitzit”(the four cornered garment ?(How do tzitzit help a person who wears them?…

Shelach

June 28, 2016

Shelach – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shelach_The-Weekly-Impact_Shelach-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What happened to the spies that spoke gossip about the Land of Israel? How can we revitalize the…

Beha’alotcha

June 28, 2016

Beha’alotcha – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Behaalotcha_The-Weekly-Impact_Behaalotcha-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why is it forbidden for a Jewish man to shave his beard? At what age did the Levites…

Beha’alotcha

June 28, 2016

Beha’alotcha – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Behaalotcha_The-Weekly-Impact_Behaalotcha-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Is the Chanukah menorah meant to be be a replica of the menorah that was in the Temple?…

Chukat

June 28, 2016

Chukat

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Chukat_The-Weekly-Impact_Chukat_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the role of the red heifer? How can it be that on one hand the red…

Bechukotai

June 28, 2016

Bechukotai – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Bechukotai_The-Weekly-Impact_Bechukotai-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Do we have to understand the commandments in order to practice them? Why did the Holocaust happen? Rabbi…

Bechukotai

June 28, 2016

Bechukotai – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Bechukotai_The-Weekly-Impact_Bechukotai-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] G-d promises many blessings for Israel: peace, triumph over our enemies, Divine Providence, and economic success. Rabbi David…

Pinchas

June 28, 2016

Pinchas – Why is it so Important Not to Talk in the Synagogue?

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Pinchas_The-Weekly-Impact_Pinchas-Why-is-it-so-Important-Not-to-Talk-in-the-Synagogue_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What should we do when we hear gossip? Why is it so important not to talk in the…

Pinchas

June 28, 2016

Pinchas – Values and Guidelines for Life and Parenting

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Pinchas_The-Weekly-Impact_Pinchas-Values-and-Guidelines-for-Life-and-Parenting_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What's the idea behind drinking a lot on Purim? How should parents react when children complain that we…

Pinchas

June 28, 2016

What Reward Did Pinchas Receive For His Act?

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Pinchas_The-Weekly-Impact_What-Reward-Did-Pinchas-Receive-For-His-Act_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] When does the Torah permit one to kill another human being? Why was a Torah Law forgotten by…

Mattot

June 28, 2016

Mattot – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Mattot_The-Weekly-Impact_Mattot-Part-4_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Are all Jews obligated to live in Israel? What are the reasons that a Jew could remain abroad?…

Mattot

June 28, 2016

Mattot – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Mattot_The-Weekly-Impact_Mattot-Part-3_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the best way for a person to purify himself of his sins? Does person have to…

Mattot

June 28, 2016

Mattot – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Mattot_The-Weekly-Impact_Mattot-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] When does the Torah permit us not to tell the truth? Is it permissible to exaggerate? What is…

Mattot

June 28, 2016

Mattot – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Mattot_The-Weekly-Impact_Mattot-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the difference between an oath and a vow? How was the head of the Tribe appointed?…

Kedoshim

June 28, 2016

Kedoshim

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Kedoshim_The-Weekly-Impact_Kedoshim_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What does it mean, to be a holy man? The Torah states “Be holy because I am holy”!…

Acharei Mot

June 28, 2016

Acharei Mot – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Acharei-Mot_The-Weekly-Impact_Acharei-Mot-Part-1-_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does the priest change his clothes when he enters to the Holy of Holies? Why does the…

Acharei Mot

June 28, 2016

Acharei Mot – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Acharei-Mot_The-Weekly-Impact_Acharei-Mot-Part-2-_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the purpose of Yom Kippur? Why can't we rely on last year’s repentance? What does the…

Acharei Mot

June 28, 2016

Acharei Mot – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Acharei-Mot_The-Weekly-Impact_Acharei-Mot-Part-3-_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does the Torah forbid us to eat blood? Why is it important for Jews to eat Kosher…

Noach

June 26, 2016

Noach – Language and Communication

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Noach_Chumash-Insights_Noach-Language-and-Communication_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The Babylonians build a tower in order to reach heaven. G‑d punished them by taking away their ability…

Vayeitzei

June 26, 2016

Vayeitzei – Jacob’s Vision at Moriah

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Mordechai-Perlman_Vayeitzei__Vayeitzei-Jacobs-Vision-at-Moriah_52150.smil/playlist.m3u8″] When Yaakov Avinu lies down to rest, he surrounds himself with a pile of stones. While sleeping, he…

Vayeitzei

June 26, 2016

Logical Translation in Vayeitzei

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Dr.-David-Gottlieb_Vayeitzei_Studies-in-Chumash_Logical-Translation-in-Vayeitzei_49040.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Join Rabbi Gottlieb for a literal and logical investigation of the Texts of the Torah.

Vayeitzei

June 22, 2016

Vayeitzei – Love Stories

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Breitowitz_Vayeitzei__Vayeitzei-Love-Stories_54955.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Rabbi Breitowitz shares remarkable insights to the drama of Yaakov marrying Rachel & Leah; and predictions of the…

Va’etchanan

June 15, 2016

Va’etchanan – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Avi-Geller_Vaetchanan-Part-2_49837.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How can you use your heart, body, money and soul to serve G-d? In this session Rabbi Geller…

Va’etchanan

June 15, 2016

Va’etchanan – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Avi-Geller_Vaetchanan-Part-1_49837.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the uniqueness of the Book of Deuteronomy? What is the purpose of inheriting the Land of…

Eikev

June 15, 2016

Eikev – Physical Reward

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Avi-Geller_Eikev__Eikev-Physical-Reward_49837.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Is there reward for keeping the commandments of the Torah in this world? Why does the Torah promise…

Toldot

June 14, 2016

Toldot – You’ve Got Twins

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Mordechai-Perlman_Toldot__Toldot-Youve-Got-Twins_52150.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Yitzchak and Rivka beseeched G-d to bless them with children. Our Sages tell us that G-d answered the…

Ki Teitzei

June 14, 2016

Parshat Ki Tetzei – Part 5

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Ki-Teitzei_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Ki-Tetzei-Part-5-_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this session Rabbi Lauffer focuses on the war against Amalek.

Ki Teitzei

June 14, 2016

Parshat Ki Tetzei – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Ki-Teitzei_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Ki-Tetzei-Part-4-_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The Ammonites and Moabites may not marry into the Jewish Nation because they didn't greet us with food…

Ki Teitzei

June 14, 2016

Parshat Ki Tetzei – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Ki-Teitzei_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Ki-Tetzei-Part-3-_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] If one builds a house with a flat roof, a fence must be erected in order to prevent…

Ki Teitzei

June 14, 2016

Parshat Ki Tetzei – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Ki-Teitzei_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Ki-Tetzei-Part-2_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What must one do if one finds a lost object? There is a mitzvah to send away the…

Korach

June 14, 2016

Korach – Assistance from Above

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Nota-Schiller_Korach__Korach-Assistance-from-Above_49393.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Rabbi Schiller analyzes the rebellion of Korach, the miracle of 'Moses Hitting the Rock' and Moses' response to…

Chukat

June 14, 2016

Parshat Chukat – Part 5

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Chukat_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Chukat-Part-5_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this session Rabbi Lauffer focuses on the war against Amalek.

Pinchas

June 14, 2016

Why Did Pinchas Make Such an Extreme Move?

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Pinchas_Chumash-Insights_Why-Did-Pinchas-Make-Such-an-Extreme-Move_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] A dramatic event takes place in the beginning of the Parsha, when Pinchas kills two sinners. Why did…

Mattot

June 14, 2016

Parshat Mattot – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Mattot_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Mattot-Part-2_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What was the structure of the Jewish army in the battle against the Midyanites? In this session Rabbi…

Mattot

June 14, 2016

Parshat Mattot – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Mattot_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Mattot-Part-1_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How can one nullify a vow or an oath? What is the difference between a vow and an…

Mattot

June 14, 2016

Mattot – War Strategies

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Nota-Schiller_Mattot__Mattot-War-Strategies_49393.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is Judaism's approach to appropriate strategies of war? In a remarkable lecture, Rabbi Schiller elaborates on the…

Balak

June 14, 2016

Parshat Balak – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Balak_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Balak-Part-2_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Rabbi Lauffer elaborates further on the confrontation of Balak and Bilam against the Jewish People.

Balak

June 14, 2016

Parshat Balak – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Balak_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Balak-Part-1_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Balak and Bilam team up in battle against the Jewish Nation. Rabbi Lauffer introduces us to these unique…

Ki Tavo

June 14, 2016

Parshat Ki Tavo – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Ki-Tavo_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Ki-Tavo-Part-4_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Rabbi Lauffer shares insights to the frightening rebuke mentioned in the Parsha.

Ki Tavo

June 14, 2016

Parshat Ki Tavo – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Ki-Tavo_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Ki-Tavo-Part-3_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Upon entering the Land of Israel the Jews are told to engrave the Torah on two large stones…

Ki Tavo

June 14, 2016

Parshat Ki Tavo – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Ki-Tavo_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Ki-Tavo-Part-2_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this session learn about the importance of approaching Judaism and performing the mitzvoth with enthusiasm.

Ki Tavo

June 14, 2016

Parshat Ki Tavo – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Ki-Tavo_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Ki-Tavo-Part-1_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] After settling in the Land of Israel, Moshe discloses the mitzvah of 'Bringing the First Fruits'. What is…

Yitro

June 7, 2016

Parshat Yitro – The Giving of the Torah

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yosef-Mizrachi_Yitro__Parshat-Yitro-The-Giving-of-the-Torah_54870.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this week's portion the Jewish People receive the Torah at Mount Sinai. How did G-d’s voice sound…

Chayei Sarah

June 6, 2016

Chayei Sarah – The Burial Site

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Dr.-David-Gottlieb_Chayei-Sarah_Studies-in-Chumash_Chayei-Sarah-The-Burial-Site_49040.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Abraham requests a piece of land as a burial site from Efron. What was Abraham’s request and Efron’s…

Pinchas

May 15, 2016

Pinchas – How Was the Land Distributed Amongst the Tribes?

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Pinchas_Chumash-Insights_Pinchas-How-Was-the-Land-Distributed-Amongst-the-Tribes_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The tribes receive a portion in the Land of Israel. How was the land distributed amongst the tribes?…

Pinchas

May 15, 2016

Why was Pinchas the Only Person to React?

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Pinchas_Chumash-Insights_Why-was-Pinchas-the-Only-Person-to-React_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why was Pinchas the only person to react when a Prince married a Midyanite? Rabbi Lauffer with more…

V’Zot HaBerachah

May 15, 2016

Parshat Vezot Habrachah

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_VZot-HaBerachah_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Vezot-Habrachah_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Rabbi Lauffer shares deeper insights to the blessings Moses gave to the Jewish People before his death.

Ki Teitzei

May 11, 2016

Parshat Ki Tetzei

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Botton_Ki-Teitzei_The-Mystical-Side-of-the-Parsha_Parshat-Ki-Tetzei_49055.smil/playlist.m3u8″] At time of war there is a peculiar mitzvah in the Torah that permits one to marry a…

Balak

May 11, 2016

Balak – War Time

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Breitowitz_Balak__Balak-War-Time_54955.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Balak wage war against the Jewish people? What qualities did Bilam the sorcerer possess? In this…

Lech Lecha

May 10, 2016

Lech Lecha – Our Origins

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Breitowitz_Lech-Lecha__Lech-Lecha-Our-Origins_54955.smil/playlist.m3u8″] G-d commands Avraham to leave his homeland to an unknown destination? Why did G-d specifically choose to form…

Chukat

May 10, 2016

Chukat – The Mystery of the Red Heifer

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Breitowitz_Chukat__Chukat-The-Mystery-of-the-Red-Heifer_54955.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The ultimate meaning of the laws regarding the ritual of the Red Heifer is beyond us. Rabbi Breitowitz…

Pinchas

February 18, 2016

Pinchas – Counting the Jewish People

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Avraham-Reisman_Pinchas__Pinchas-Counting-the-Jewish-People_49838.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Moses count the Jewish Nation? Why is it forbidden to count people? Rabbi Reisman teaches valuable…

Balak

February 18, 2016

Balak – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Mr.-Zecharia-Fruchthandler_Balak__Balak-Part-2_51268.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Making an impulsive rash decision can be detrimental for one's future. Mr Fruchthandler elaborates further on the value…

Balak

February 18, 2016

Balak – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Mr.-Zecharia-Fruchthandler_Balak__Balak-Part-1_51268.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Making an impulsive rash decision can be detrimental for one's future. Mr Fruchthandler focuses on the importance of…

Chukat

January 22, 2016

Parshat Chukat – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Chukat_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Chukat-Part-4_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this episode, learn how Moses and the Jewish Nation attempted to return to the Promised Land

Mattot

January 21, 2016

Parshat Mattot – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Mattot_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Mattot-Part-4_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] When the Jewish people returned from battle, they were immediately commanded to purify their utensils. What is the…

Mattot

January 21, 2016

Parshat Mattot – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Mattot_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Mattot-Part-3_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] G-d gives instructions on how to share the spoils of war. A specified portion will contribute to the…

Terumah

January 18, 2016

Terumah – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Terumah_The-Weekly-Impact_Terumah-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Each one of the utensils in the Tabernacle symbolize a different aspect in Judaism. In this session learn…

Terumah

January 18, 2016

Terumah – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Terumah_The-Weekly-Impact_Terumah-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this week's portion learn about the importance of your intentions when giving a donation. Rabbi Kaplan derives…

Mishpatim

January 18, 2016

Mishpatim – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Mishpatim_The-Weekly-Impact_Mishpatim-Part-3_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does the Torah specifically commands us not to taunt or torment a convert, a widow or an…

Mishpatim

January 18, 2016

Mishpatim – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Mishpatim_The-Weekly-Impact_Mishpatim-Part-2-_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the meaning of the concept 'an eye for an eye'? Rabbi Kaplan elaborates further on the…

Mishpatim

January 18, 2016

Mishpatim – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Mishpatim_The-Weekly-Impact_Mishpatim-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why is the legal book of Jewish law called 'The Set Table'? Rabbi Kaplan elaborates on the depth…

Ki Tisa

January 18, 2016

Ki Tisa – Part 6

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Tisa_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tisa-Part-6_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What caused Moshe Rabeinu's face to glow and shine? What is the symbolism of the mask that Moses…

Ki Tisa

January 18, 2016

Ki Tisa – Part 5

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Tisa_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tisa-Part-5_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What does it mean that Moses spoke to God face to face? Rabbi Kaplan delivers inspiring insights into…

Ki Tisa

January 18, 2016

Ki Tisa – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Tisa_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tisa-Part-4_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What punishment did the Jewish people receive for serving the golden calf? What reward did the Levites receive…

Ki Tisa

January 18, 2016

Ki Tisa – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Tisa_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tisa-Part-3_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did the Jewish people serve the golden calf? In this session Rabbi Kaplan shares insights into the…

Ki Tisa

January 18, 2016

Ki Tisa – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Tisa_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tisa-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Where did Betzalel get the skills needed for building the tabernacle? Why is the mitzvah of Shabbat mentioned…

Ki Tisa

January 18, 2016

Ki Tisa – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Ki-Tisa_The-Weekly-Impact_Ki-Tisa-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why is there a Jewish custom not to count people? Why is Moses commanded to count the Jewish…

Massei

January 12, 2016

Parshat Massei – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Massei_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Massei-Part-3_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Rabbi Lauffer discusses the differences between the borders defined by the Torah and the borders we have today;…

Massei

January 12, 2016

Parshat Massei – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Massei_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Massei-Part-2_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The Torah states explicitly that the Land Of Israel is an inheritance to the Jewish people. How does…

Massei

January 12, 2016

Parshat Massei – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Massei_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Massei-Part-1_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The Torah recapitulates the route of the children of Israel from Egypt until the arrival at the Jordan…

Naso

January 7, 2016

Nasso – Individuality

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Breitowitz_Naso__Nasso-Individuality_54955.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What were the tasks and responsibilities of the Tribe of Levi? What can we learn from the set-up…

Bechukotai

January 7, 2016

Bechukotai – The Uniqueness of Torah Study

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Breitowitz_Bechukotai__Bechukotai-The-Uniqueness-of-Torah-Study_54955.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why is there such tremendous emphasis on Torah study in Judaism? What is the meaning of the rebuke…

Vayeitzei

December 27, 2015

Vayeitzei – Our Inner Yaakov and Eisav

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Eliyahu-Yaakov_Vayeitzei__Vayeitzei-Our-Inner-Yaakov-and-Eisav_54832.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What does it mean that Yaakov was a tent dweller and Eisav a hunter? Rabbi Eliyahu Yaakov on…

Shelach

December 24, 2015

Shelach – The Sin of the Spies

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Breitowitz_Shelach__Shelach-The-Sin-of-the-Spies_54955.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The Jewish people send 12 spies to spy out the Land of Israel in order to determine whether…

Pinchas

December 16, 2015

Pinchas – Moses & the Land of Israel

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Mordechai-Perlman_Pinchas__Pinchas-Moses-and-the-Land-of-Israel_52150.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Moses not know the laws of inheritance? Why is Moses commanded to ascend Mount Haavarim and…

Chayei Sarah

December 12, 2015

Chayei Sarah – A World of Pleasure

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Gavriel-Friedman_Chayei-Sarah__Chayei-Sarah-A-World-of-Pleasure_49365.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is Judaism's approach to worldly pleasures? What is the true definition of kindness? Why did Avraham serve…

Toldot

December 12, 2015

Toldot – True Lies

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Gavriel-Friedman_Toldot__Toldot-True-Lies_49365.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How could Yaakov claim that he was actually Eisav, in order to receive the blessings from Yitzchak? Is…

Emor

December 8, 2015

Emor – Effective Decision Making

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Nota-Schiller_Emor__Emor-Effective-Decision-Making_49393.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the key to making difficult decisions in life? Rabbi Schiller derives vital principles for decision-making and…

Emor

December 8, 2015

Emor – Part 2 – Holiness of the Kohanim

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Guy-Matalon_Emor__Emor-Part-2-Holiness-of-the-Kohanim_49387.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why is it forbidden for a Kohen to participate in a burial ceremony? When is a Kohen permitted…

Emor

December 8, 2015

Emor – Part 1 – The Theme of Vayikra

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Guy-Matalon_Emor__Emor-Part-1-The-Theme-of-Vayikra_49387.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the central theme of the Book of Vayikra? Rabbi Matalon explains the structure of the first…

Bechukotai

November 29, 2015

Bechukotai – Striving for Truth

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yaakov-Lubow_Bechukotai__Bechukotai-Striving-for-Truth_51368.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Rabbi Lubow delivers remarkable insights to the parsha based on the scriptures

Chayei Sarah

November 19, 2015

Chayei Sarah – Chevron & the Double Cave

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yossi-Kantor_Chayei-Sarah_Memorize-the-Torah_Chayei-Sarah-Chevron-and-the-Double-Cave_52185.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this week's Torah rap, Rabbi Kantor illustrates the uniqueness of the city of Chevron and the Double…

Toldot

November 19, 2015

Toldot – Yaakov & Eisav

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yossi-Kantor_Toldot_Memorize-the-Torah_Toldot-Yaakov-and-Eisav_52185.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this week's Torah rap, Rabbi Kantor examines the differences between Yaakov and Eisav, demonstrating the beauty of…

Vayeira

November 19, 2015

Vayeira – Become a Giver

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yossi-Kantor_Vayeira_Memorize-the-Torah_Vayeira-Become-a-Giver_52185.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this week's Torah rap, Rabbi Kantor demonstrates how we should emulate the ways of Avrham Avinu and…

Vayishlach

November 19, 2015

Vayishlach – Yaakov Confronts Eisav

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yossi-Kantor_Vayishlach_Memorize-the-Torah_Vayishlach-Yaakov-Confronts-Eisav_52185.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this week's Torah rap, Rabbi Kantor teaches us valuable lessons for life based on Yaakov Avinu's encounter…

Mikeitz

November 19, 2015

Mikeitz – Yosef & the Dreams

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yossi-Kantor_Mikeitz_Memorize-the-Torah_Mikeitz-Yosef-and-the-Dreams_52185.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this week's Torah rap, Rabbi Kantor focuses on Yosef's rise to power and the interpretation of Pharaoh's…

Vayigash

November 19, 2015

Vayigash – Yehudah Meets Yosef

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yossi-Kantor_Vayigash_Memorize-the-Torah_Vayigash-Yehudah-Meets-Yosef_52185.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this week's Torah rap, Rabbi Kantor summarizes the tense dialogue between Yehudah and Yosef, before the brothers…

Vayechi

November 19, 2015

Vayechi – Blessing the Children

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yossi-Kantor_Vayechi_Memorize-the-Torah_Vayechi-Blessing-the-Children_52185.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this week's Torah rap, Rabbi Kantor summarizes the first portion of the parsha, focusing on the reason…

Vayeishev

November 19, 2015

Vayeishev – The Consequences of Gossip

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yossi-Kantor_Vayeishev_Memorize-the-Torah_Vayeishev-The-Consequences-of-Gossip_52185.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this week's Torah rap, Rabbi Kantor demonstrates the effect of gossip, hate and jealousy based on the…

Yitro

October 19, 2015

Yitro – Part 4 – Do Not Covet

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Yitro_The-Weekly-Impact_Yitro-Part-4-Do-Not-Covet_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the definition of the commandment no to covet? In this session Rabbi Kaplan derives more inspiring…

Yitro

October 19, 2015

Yitro – Part 3 – Honoring Parents

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Yitro_The-Weekly-Impact_Yitro-Part-3-Honoring-Parents_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the ideal way to fulfill the commandment of honoring parents? Every society in the world has…

Terumah

October 19, 2015

Terumah – Part 3 – Vessels in the Mishkan

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Terumah_The-Weekly-Impact_Terumah-Part-3-Vessels-in-the-Mishkan_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this session Rabbi Kaplan elaborates further on the symbolism of the vessels in the mishkan

Vayakhel

October 19, 2015

Vayakhel-Pekudei – Part 2 – Gathering the Jewish People

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayakhel_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayakhel-Pekudei-Part-2-Gathering-the-Jewish-People_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the significance of the fact that Moses gathered the Jewish people? How did the Jewish nation…

Vayakhel

October 19, 2015

Vayakhel-Pekudei – Part 1 – Positive Attitude

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayakhel_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayakhel-Pekudei-Part-1-Positive-Attitude-_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why are the laws of Shabbat inserted in the Torah adjacent to the building of the Tabernacle? Rabbi…

Bereishit

August 24, 2015

Why the Torah Begins With the Letter Bet

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Botton_Bereishit_The-Mystical-Side-of-the-Parsha_Why-the-Torah-Begins-With-the-Letter-Bet_49055.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What do the Hebrew letters represent? In this session Rabbi Botton elaborates on the mystical forces and deeper…

Massei

August 24, 2015

Massei – Devotion

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Botton_Massei_The-Mystical-Side-of-the-Parsha_Massei-Devotion_49055.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Rabbi Botton delivers mystical insights to this week's portion, focusing on Divine providence and devotion to observing the…

Shemot

August 16, 2015

Parshat Shemot – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Mordechai-Perlman_Shemot__Parshat-Shemot-Part-1_52150.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Moses, the savior of the Jewish people grow up in the palace of the King of…

Shemot

August 16, 2015

Parshat Shemot – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Mordechai-Perlman_Shemot__Parshat-Shemot-Part-2_52150.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In what merit were the Jewish people worthy of leaving the land of Egypt? Why did G-d appear…

Shemot

August 16, 2015

Parshat Shemot – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Mordechai-Perlman_Shemot__Parshat-Shemot-Part-3_52150.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Rabbi Perlman shares deeper insights to the buildup of the redemption of the Jewish nation from Egypt

Shemot

August 15, 2015

Shemot – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shemot_The-Weekly-Impact_Shemot-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What reward did the midwives receive for saving the lives of the Jewish children? Rabbi Kaplan shares deeper…

Shemot

August 15, 2015

Shemot – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shemot_The-Weekly-Impact_Shemot-Part-3_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this episode learn how Moses takes complete responsibility over the Jewish nation and the consequences of his…

Shemot

August 15, 2015

Shemot – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shemot_The-Weekly-Impact_Shemot-Part-4_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this episode Rabbi Kaplan focuses on Moses' journey to set the Jewish people free from the servitude…

July 18, 2015

Parshat Bo – Everything is for the Good

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Botton_Bo_The-Mystical-Side-of-the-Parsha_Bo-The-Exodus-from-Egypt_49055.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Rabbi Botton expounds on the Exodus from Egypt based on Kabbalah and Chassidut

Mishpatim

July 18, 2015

Mishpatim – Jewish Law

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Botton_Mishpatim_The-Mystical-Side-of-the-Parsha_Mishpatim-Jewish-Law_49055.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the uniqueness and brilliance of Jewish Law? Rabbi Botton shares a deeper understanding of the Jewish…

Pekudei

July 18, 2015

Pekudei

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Binyamin-Weiner_Pekudei__Pekudei_49051.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why is there so much repetition in the scriptures regarding the building of the tabernacle? Rabbi Weiner derives…

Bereishit

July 9, 2015

Bereishit – 7 Days of Creation

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yossi-Kantor_Bereishit_Memorize-the-Torah_Bereishit-7-Days-of-Creation_52185.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Do you want to learn how to memorize the Torah? In a spectacular rap performance, Rabbi Kantor summarizes…

Lech Lecha

July 9, 2015

Lech Lecha – Trials of Abraham

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yossi-Kantor_Lech-Lecha_Memorize-the-Torah_Lech-Lecha-Trials-of-Abraham_52185.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Want to learn to memorize your Torah learning? In another sensational clip, Rabbi Kantor summarizes the beginning of…

Noach

July 9, 2015

Noach & the Ark

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yossi-Kantor_Noach_Memorize-the-Torah_Noach-and-the-Ark_52185.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How can you learn to memorize the Torah? In another remarkable rap performance, Rabbi Kantor presents the first…

July 9, 2015

Bo – The Pesach Offering

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Nota-Schiller_Bo__Bo-The-Pesach-Offering_49393.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The first sacrifice that the Jewish people brought together as a nation was the Pesach offering. Why did…

Terumah

July 8, 2015

Terumah – The Sanctuary

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Mordechai-Perlman_Terumah__Terumah-The-Sanctuary_52150.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Does Hashem exist in one place more than another? The Jewish people are commanded to build a Sanctuary…

Mishpatim

July 8, 2015

Mishpatim – Legal laws

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Moshe-Lazerus_Mishpatim__Mishpatim-Legal-laws_49435.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What are one's legal obligations according to Judaism, when renting another's property? What are the responsibilities of a…

July 7, 2015

Bo – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Bo_The-Weekly-Impact_Bo-Part-4_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Moses say that the plague of the firstborns will take place at approximately midnight, if G-d…

July 7, 2015

Bo – Part 5

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Bo_The-Weekly-Impact_Bo-Part-5_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the common theme of the last three plagues mentioned in this portion? What is the connection…

Beshalach

July 7, 2015

Beshalach – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Beshalach_The-Weekly-Impact_Beshalach-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why would the Jewish people want to return to Egypt if they had just witnessed the ten plagues?…

Beshalach

July 7, 2015

Beshalach – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Beshalach_The-Weekly-Impact_Beshalach-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does Moses tell the Jewish people to walk into the sea instead of praying? Will Hashem make…

Beshalach

July 7, 2015

Beshalach – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Beshalach_The-Weekly-Impact_Beshalach-Part-3_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why is there a commandment to wipe out Amalek? Rabbi Kaplan explains how the battle against Amalek is…

Yitro

July 7, 2015

Yitro – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Yitro_The-Weekly-Impact_Yitro-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What caused Yitro to convert and join the Jewish nation? Why did Moshe Rabeinu accept Yitro's advice? Rabbi…

Yitro

July 7, 2015

Yitro – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Yitro_The-Weekly-Impact_Yitro-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What does it mean that G-d dangled a mountain over the Jewish people when they accepted the Torah?…

Lech Lecha

June 9, 2015

Lech Lecha – Discover Your True Identity

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Botton_Lech-Lecha_The-Mystical-Side-of-the-Parsha_Lech-Lecha-Discover-Your-True-Identity_49055.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What’s the secret to discovering your true identity? Rabbi Botton shares with us practical advice based on the…

Vayishlach

June 4, 2015

Vayishlach – Yaakov & Eisav

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Breitowitz_Vayishlach__Vayishlach-Yaakov-and-Eisav_54955.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How should we react to the persecution of other nations towards the Jewish people? Why did Yaakov Avinu…

Bereishit

May 31, 2015

Bereishit – Creation of Man

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Guy-Matalon_Bereishit__Bereishit-Creation-of-Man_49387.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In the beginning G-d was pleased with the creation of man. Why did the situation change so drastically…

Vayishlach

May 31, 2015

Vayishlach – Dina’s Abduction

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Guy-Matalon_Vayishlach__Vayishlach-Dinas-Abduction_49387.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does Yaakov Avinu rebuke Shimon and Levi for destroying Schem? Rabbi Matalon delivers insights into the saga…

Vayeitzei

May 26, 2015

Vayeitzei – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeitzei-Part-4_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Rabbi Kaplan derives essential lessons for life, from the behavior of our holy Matriarchs, Rachel and Leah

Vayishlach

May 26, 2015

Vayishlach – Values of Judaism

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayishlach_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayishlach-Values-of-Judaism_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Yaakov and Esav represent the values of two opposing societies. Yaakov represents the values of Judaism, such as…

Mikeitz

May 26, 2015

Mikeitz – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Mikeitz_The-Weekly-Impact_Mikeitz-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why was Pharaoh rattled by his dreams? How does Yosef react to the dreams of the King of…

Mikeitz

May 26, 2015

Mikeitz – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Mikeitz_The-Weekly-Impact_Mikeitz-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How did Yosef succeed in becoming the ruler over the most powerful nation in the world? Why didn't…

Vayigash

May 26, 2015

Vayigash – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayigash_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayigash-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why are Yehudah and Binyamin territorial neighbors in the Land of Israel? What changed in the story, that…

Vayigash

May 26, 2015

Vayigash – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayigash_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayigash-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] When Yosef reveals himself to his brothers, a world of understanding is uncovered. Based on the saga between…

Vayigash

May 26, 2015

Vayigash – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayigash_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayigash-Part-3_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Learn about the significance of Yosef and Binyamin crying on each other's shoulders. Rabbi Kaplan elaborates on the…

Vayigash

May 26, 2015

Vayigash – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayigash_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayigash-Part-4_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this episode Rabbi Kaplan discusses the moment Yaakov Avinu discovered that his beloved son Yosef was still…

Vayigash

May 26, 2015

Vayigash – Part 5

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayigash_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayigash-Part-5_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] When Pharaoh meets Yaakov Avinu, he asks him his age. Why was this the first question Pharaoh asked…

Vayechi

May 26, 2015

Vayechi – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayechi_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayechi-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Yaakov make Yosef swear that he won't bury him in Egypt? Rabbi Kaplan derives remarkable lessons…

Vayechi

May 26, 2015

Vayechi – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayechi_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayechi-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did our Forefathers bless their offspring before death? Why did Yaakov Avinu resort to hand-switching when blessing…

Vayechi

May 26, 2015

Vayechi – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayechi_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayechi-Part-3_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] When we pray using the words of the Men of the Great Assembly, our prayers have a tremendous…

Vayeishev

May 26, 2015

Vayeishev – Yosef’s Trials

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeishev_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeishev-Yosefs-Trials_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] From the suffering that Yosef went through when he was sold as a slave we learn that every…

Shemot

May 26, 2015

Shemot – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Shemot_The-Weekly-Impact_Shemot-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why are the Jewish people compared to stars? Why are the Jewish people counted upon entering the land…

Lech Lecha

March 24, 2015

Lech Lecha – The Divine Soul

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Botton_Lech-Lecha_The-Mystical-Side-of-the-Parsha_Lech-Lecha-The-Divine-Soul_49055.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why was Avraham commanded to leave his homeland? Why was this considered one of the greatest challenges that…

Noach

March 23, 2015

Parshat Noach – Righteousness

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Botton_Noach_The-Mystical-Side-of-the-Parsha_Parshat-Noach-Righteousness_49055.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What does it mean that Noach was “Perfect in his generation”? What does the title “Tzaddik” mean? Learn…

Toldot

March 23, 2015

Toldot – Individuality

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Guy-Matalon_Toldot__Toldot-Individuality-_49387.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Rabbi Matalon delivers insights into the lives of Avraham and Yitzchak. Learn about developing your unique path in…

Toldot

March 23, 2015

Parshat Toldot – Actualizing Your Potential

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Botton_Toldot_The-Mystical-Side-of-the-Parsha_Parshat-Toldot-Actualizing-Your-Potential_49055.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the meaning of the inner conflict that Rivka experienced during her pregnancy? Rabbi Botton delivers a…

Vayeitzei

March 23, 2015

Vayeitzei – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeitzei-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How does Yakov react to Lavan's corruptness? What is the significance of the name 'Lavan' – 'White'? Rabbi…

Vayeitzei

March 23, 2015

Vayeitzei – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeitzei-Part-3_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this episode we learn about Yakov Avinu's alertness regarding the laws of Yichud. Rabbi Kaplan expounds on…

Toldot

March 19, 2015

Toldot – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Toldot_The-Weekly-Impact_Toldot-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does the Torah repeat the fact that Avraham had a son called Yitzchak? Rabbi Kaplan demonstrates the…

Toldot

March 19, 2015

Toldot – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Toldot_The-Weekly-Impact_Toldot-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Yitzchak want to give the blessings to Esav? Why didn't Rivka reveal to Yitzchak the truth…

Vayeira

March 19, 2015

Vayeira – Part 3 – Destruction of Sedom

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeira_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeira-Part-3-Destruction-of-Sedom_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The Angels tell Lot to leave Sedom together with his family and not to turn back and see…

Vayeira

March 19, 2015

Vayeira – Part 4 – Isaac & Laughter

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeira_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeira-Part-4-Isaac-and-Laughter_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The name Yitzchak means laughter. What is the deeper meaning of this laughter? What is the significance of…

Vayeira

March 19, 2015

Vayeira – Part 5 – The Binding of Isaac

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeira_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeira-Part-5-The-Binding-of-Isaac_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this session Rabbi Kaplan elaborates on the challenge of The Akeidah – The binding of Yitzchak

Vayeitzei

March 19, 2015

Vayeitzei – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeitzei_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeitzei-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What does it mean that Yakov had great strength? What is the secret to Yakov's devotion for learning…

Lech Lecha

March 18, 2015

Lech Lecha – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Lech-Lecha_The-Weekly-Impact_Lech-Lecha-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What was the challenge that Avraham faced, when told to travel into the wilderness? Why is the test…

Lech Lecha

March 18, 2015

Lech Lecha – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Lech-Lecha_The-Weekly-Impact_Lech-Lecha-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How did Avraham rise to the challenge of 'The famine in the Land of Israel'? Rabbi Kaplan gives…

Lech Lecha

March 18, 2015

Lech Lecha – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Lech-Lecha_The-Weekly-Impact_Lech-Lecha-Part-3_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Learn about the First World War in history, when the four kings defeated the five kings. What was…

Chayei Sarah

March 18, 2015

Chayei Sarah – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Chayei-Sarah_The-Weekly-Impact_Chayei-Sarah-Part-1_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why is this portion called the “Life of Sarah” if it talks about her passing away? Why did…

Chayei Sarah

March 18, 2015

Chayei Sarah – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Chayei-Sarah_The-Weekly-Impact_Chayei-Sarah-Part-2_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this session Rabbi Kaplan derives vital lessons for life from the episode regarding the purchasing of 'The…

Chayei Sarah

March 18, 2015

Chayei Sarah – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Chayei-Sarah_The-Weekly-Impact_Chayei-Sarah-Part-3_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″]In this portion Avraham sends Eliezer to find a wife for Yitzchak. How does Eliezer accomplish his mission of…

Chayei Sarah

March 18, 2015

Chayei Sarah – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Chayei-Sarah_The-Weekly-Impact_Chayei-Sarah-Part-4_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this portion Eliezer succeeds in his mission to find a wife for Yitzchak. Rabbi Kaplan derives essential…

Vayeira

March 18, 2015

Vayeira – Part 1 – Loving Kindness

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeira_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeira-Part-1-Loving-Kindness_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does the Torah begin and end with the concept of kindness? How should a host treat his…

Vayeira

March 18, 2015

Vayeira – Part 2 – Sarah Laughs

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-David-Kaplan_Vayeira_The-Weekly-Impact_Vayeira-Part-2-Sarah-Laughs_49032.smil/playlist.m3u8″] When Sara was told she would give birth after she had passed her child-bearing years, she laughed. Why…

Ha’azinu

March 18, 2015

Parshat Ha’azinu – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Haazinu_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Haazinu-Part-2_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the secret to overcoming the challenges of life? Rabbi Lauffer expounds on the importance of knowing…

Ha’azinu

March 18, 2015

Parshat Ha’azinu – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Haazinu_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Haazinu-Part-3_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] When people achieve materialistically they often tend to disconnect from G-d. How should we react when we are…

Korach

March 16, 2015

Parshat Korach – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Korach_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Korach-Part-3_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How does Moshe prove to the entire nation that G-d chose Moshe and Aaron as leaders of the…

Korach

March 16, 2015

Parshat Korach – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Korach_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Korach-Part-4_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why were Korach's sons saved from the punishment of Korach and his followers? How does Moshe save the…

Shelach

March 16, 2015

Parshat Shelach – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Shelach_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Shelach-Part-2_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What were the consequences of the spies unnecessary crying? Discover deeper insights into the Parsha with Rabbi Lauffer

Shelach

March 16, 2015

Parshat Shelach – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Shelach_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Shelach-Part-4_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Tzlofchad transgress the laws of Shabbat in the desert deliberately? What is the connection of the…

Korach

March 15, 2015

Parshat Korach – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Korach_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Korach-Part-2_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How did Moshe react to Korach's rebellion? Rabbi Lauffer delivers further insights into this fundamental chapter in the…

Beha’alotcha

March 15, 2015

Parshat Beha’alotcha – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Behaalotcha_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Behaalotcha-Part-1_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why was the Menorah designed out of one block of gold? Why are the laws regarding the Menorah…

Beha’alotcha

March 15, 2015

Parshat Beha’alotcha – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Behaalotcha_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Behaalotcha-Part-2_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Where does the concept of Pesach Sheini originate from? Rabbi Lauffer explains why those who were impure at…

Chukat

March 15, 2015

Parshat Chukat – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Chukat_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Chukat-Part-1_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why were the laws regarding 'The Red Heifer' given to us without explanation? How many statutes are there…

Chukat

March 15, 2015

Parshat Chukat – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Chukat_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Chukat-Part-2_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″]According to tradition there have been 9 Red Heifers in Jewish history so far – the tenth one will…

Chukat

March 15, 2015

Parshat Chukat – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Chukat_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Chukat-Part-3_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″]Why did Moshe hit the rock instead of speaking to the rock? What's the difference if the water came…

Lech Lecha

March 10, 2015

Lech Lecha – Avraham’s Challenges

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Yitzchak-Breitowitz_Lech-Lecha__Lech-Lecha-Avrahams-Challenges_54955.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did God choose to make a covenant specifically with Avraham? Why are there essential details about Avraham's…

Korach

March 10, 2015

Parshat Korach – Part 5

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Korach_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Korach-Part-5_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What was the motivation of Korach and his followers in their rebellion against the leaders of the Jewish…

Shelach

March 10, 2015

Parshat Shelach – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Shelach_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Shelach-Part-1_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What was the agenda of the spies? Why did the spies speak negatively about the Land of Israel?…

Shelach

March 10, 2015

Parshat Shelach – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Shelach_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Shelach-Part-3_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What happened to the ten spies after they spoke badly about the Land of Israel? Rabbi Lauffer focuses…

Korach

March 9, 2015

Parshat Korach – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Korach_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Korach-Part-1_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does the Torah mention three generations of Korach's ancestry? How did Korach begin his rebellion? Rabbi Lauffer…

Devarim

January 8, 2015

Parshat Devarim – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Devarim_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Devarim-Part-1_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What is the uniqueness of the Book of Devarim? Rabbi Lauffer relates to the different opinions as to…

Devarim

January 8, 2015

Parshat Devarim – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Devarim_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Devarim-Part-2_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did the Jewish people complain to Moses? What's the significance of the fact that Parshat Devarim is…

Devarim

January 8, 2015

Parshat Devarim – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Devarim_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Devarim-Part-3_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why did Moses rebuke the nation for spying out the Land of Israel, if He gave them the…

Devarim

January 8, 2015

Parshat Devarim – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Devarim_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Devarim-Part-4_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The Jewish people succeed when they have a healthy connection with G-d. In this episode Rabbi Lauffer gives…

Devarim

January 8, 2015

Parshat Devarim – Part 5

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Devarim_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Devarim-Part-5_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The Jewish people wandered in the desert for 40 years. Through the power of prayer they merited to…

Ki Teitzei

January 8, 2015

Parshat Ki Tetzei – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Ki-Teitzei_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Ki-Tetzei-Part-1_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The battle field has always been a place where morals tend to get left behind. What's the Torah's…

Massei

January 8, 2015

Parshat Massei – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Massei_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Massei-Part-4_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Why does the Torah command us to create an ecological setup around the cities of the Levites? One…

Massei

January 8, 2015

Parshat Massei – Part 5

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Massei_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Massei-Part-5_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What can we do to prevent others from committing murder? Are we responsible for sins we commit accidentally?…

Naso

December 28, 2014

Parshat Nasso – Part 4

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Naso_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Nasso-Part-4_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Learn how the Priestly Blessings contain everything we can possibly want. What's the uniqueness of these blessings? How…

Naso

December 25, 2014

Parshat Nasso – Part 1

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Naso_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Nasso-Part-1_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Rabbi Lauffer delivers thrilling insights in Parshat Nasso. Learn some practical ideas from the tasks of the Levites…

Naso

December 25, 2014

Parshat Nasso – Part 2

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Naso_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Nasso-Part-2_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] Robin Hood was famous for taking money from the rich and handing it out to the poor –…

Naso

December 25, 2014

Parshat Nasso – Part 3

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Reuven-Lauffer_Naso_Chumash-Insights_Parshat-Nasso-Part-3_49395.smil/playlist.m3u8″] What's the key to living a spiritually balanced life? Rabbi Lauffer shares a few ideas based on the…

November 6, 2014

Parshat Bo – It’s All for the Best

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zamir-Cohen_Bo_The-Weekly-Parsha-Subtitles_Parshat-Bo-Its-All-for-the-Best_47125.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this short clip, Rabbi Zamir Cohen talks about the wealth and possessions that the Jews were supposed…

Mikeitz

November 6, 2014

Parshat Miketz – Humility

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zamir-Cohen_Mikeitz_The-Weekly-Parsha-Subtitles_Parshat-Miketz-Humility_47125.smil/playlist.m3u8″] How can we overcome arrogance? It is not easy, especially for someone who knows that he has certain…

Vayigash

November 6, 2014

Parshat Vayigash – Having Foresight

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zamir-Cohen_Vayigash_The-Weekly-Parsha-Subtitles_Parshat-Vayigash-Having-Foresight_47125.smil/playlist.m3u8″] The sages say that after 120 years, G-d will rebuke man according to his own deeds. In this…

Vayechi

November 6, 2014

Parshat Vayechi – Love vs. Jealousy

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zamir-Cohen_Vayechi_The-Weekly-Parsha-Subtitles_Parshat-Vayechi-Love-vs.-Jealousy_47125.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this short clip, Rabbi Zamir Cohen shows us how, through the blessing that Yakov gave Menashe and…

Vayeishev

November 6, 2014

Parshat Vayeishev – Potiphar’s Wife

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zamir-Cohen_Vayeishev_The-Weekly-Parsha-Subtitles_Parshat-Vayeishev-Potiphars-Wife_47125.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this discussion, Rabbi Zamir Cohen talks about Yosef's challenge with his master's wife and how we can…

Va’eira

November 6, 2014

Parshat Va’eira – Overcoming Challenges

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zamir-Cohen_Vaeira_The-Weekly-Parsha_Overcoming-Challenges_47125.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this short clip, Rabbi Zamir Cohen elucidates the story of the exodus from Egypt. If Pharaoh let…

Lech Lecha

November 3, 2014

Parshat Lech Lecha – Circumcision

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zamir-Cohen_Lech-Lecha_The-Weekly-Parsha-Subtitles_Parshat-Lech-Lecha-Circumcision_47125.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this short discussion, Rabbi Zamir Cohen talks about the importance of circumcision and its purpose, both in…

Chayei Sarah

November 3, 2014

Parshat Chayei Sarah – Choosing a Wife

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zamir-Cohen_Chayei-Sarah_The-Weekly-Parsha-Subtitles_Parshat-Chayei-Sarah-Choosing-a-Wife-_47125.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this short clip, Rabbi Zamir Cohen analyzes the actions of Rivkah and from this, draws conclusions on…

Noach

November 3, 2014

Parshat Noach – Animal Cruelty

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zamir-Cohen_Noach_The-Weekly-Parsha-Subtitles_Parshat-Noach-Animal-Cruelty_47125.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this short discussion, Rabbi Zamir Cohen talks about the prohibition of animal cruelty that we learn from…

Toldot

November 3, 2014

Parshat Toldot – Heir to the Throne

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zamir-Cohen_Toldot_The-Weekly-Parsha-Subtitles_Parshat-Toldot-Heir-to-the-Throne_47125.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this short clip, Rabbi Zamir Cohen elucidates the famous story of Esav and the red lentil stew.…

Vayeitzei

November 3, 2014

Parshat Vayeitzei – The Correct Approach in Marriage

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zamir-Cohen_Vayeitzei_The-Weekly-Parsha-Subtitles_Parshat-Vayeitzei-The-Correct-Approach-in-Marriage_47125.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this short clip, Rabbi Zamir Cohen discusses the correct approach that one must adopt when presenting someone…

Vayishlach

November 3, 2014

Parshat Vayishlach – Who is Rich? He Who is Happy with His Lot

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zamir-Cohen_Vayishlach_The-Weekly-Parsha-Subtitles_Parshat-Vayishlach-Who-is-Rich-He-Who-is-Happy-with-His-Lot_47125.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this short discussion, Rabbi Zamir Cohen talks about the true rich man. Who is truly rich? The…

Bereishit

October 5, 2014

Parshat Bereishit – Humility

[bzplayer hls=”https://hidabroot.streamgates.net/Hidabrut/en/Rabbi-Zamir-Cohen_Bereishit_The-Weekly-Parsha-Subtitles_Parshat-Bereishit-Humility_47125.smil/playlist.m3u8″] In this short discussion, Rabbi Zamir Cohen talks about the attribute of humility that one may learn from…