The Prisoner
This is the story of the Shabbat that the Alter Rebbe spent on the side of the road as a prisoner of the Russian government in 1798. This is an excellent story to read at a Shabbat or holiday gathering.
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On the Non-Existence of Evil
Take a deep look at the non existence of evil. Explore the idea that “Everything that G-d does, He does for good” conception of evil and suffering, as experienced by Rabbi Akiva.
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Vistas: Doing the Best You Can
Behind the imperative of doing the best you can is the futility of doing anything more than you can. You breathe deeply and release a smile because you know that G-d wants no more from you than you are able to do and has already given you everything you need with which to do it.
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A Waste of Time
Time is now the most precious of resources, its every moment an asset that must be utilized to the utmost. There is no time for depression.
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Noach: Raging Waters
Not only are we never given a challenge we cannot overcome, but from Parshat Noach we learn that every challenge brings us to an even greater height.
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The Kabbala of Curses
The 49 curses listed in the Torah portion of Bechukosei evokes an interesting question: what possible benefit can be found in these curses?
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Are You Your Own Worst Enemy?
The great gift of Torah is that it provides us with a Divine blueprint on how to live our lives. Your unique mission statement is embedded within you.
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Kislev 19 in Babylon
The power of Yud-Tes Kislev: two events on the same day 205 years apart – the Alter Rebbe’s release from prison & Saddam Hussein’s capture. The connection?
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Collateral Damage: Exploring the Devastating Impact an Addict has on Their Loved Ones
VideoJoin Rabbi Simon Jacobson for an honest discussion about addiction and its many victims.
Tuesday, June 02 2020 @ 11:35AM
Socially Distant Soulfully Close: A Talk to Parents
VideoJoin Rabbi Simon Jacobson in this special talk to parents juggling new realities.
Tuesday, June 02 2020 @ 6:45AM
Make a Habit of Challenging Habits: Daily Spiritual Antidote #59
Meditations,VideoMake a Habit of Challenging Habits