Judaism From Within
A tribute to the legacy of Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Why This Title? It was his motto ’sich selbst begreifendes Ju dentum ’, Judaism understood from within, a term that encapsulates Rav Hirsch’s approach of diving into the essence of Judaism, viewing it through its inherent structures rather than through external lenses. Under the ”Topical Resources” , you’ll find additional Topics
Episodes
Monday May 15, 2017
Bechukotai - Mission of the Soul, in Numbers
Monday May 15, 2017
Monday May 15, 2017
This week’s Parsha once again displays Rav Hirsch’s awe- inspiring way of finding true Torah inspiration from the Laws of the Parsha. This week discusses the Erchin Vow – donating the Torah-given value of a person’s gender and age, to the Beis Hamikdash(Temple). Let’s discuss the values in depth and find a beautiful lesson that will accompany with us in our daily life.
Mission of the Soul, in Numbers
Thursday May 11, 2017
Parshat Emor
Thursday May 11, 2017
Thursday May 11, 2017
For this week's discussion, we will learn a stirring lesson on what it means for a Jew to be free. Why do we count 50 days of Sefirah? Why the phrase "7 full weeks"? And how does Rav Hirsh connect the Sefiras Ha'omer to both Shabbos and Milah? Find out this week. Enjoy, good Shabbos.
Counting up to Infinite Freedom
Thursday May 04, 2017
The Art of Morality
Thursday May 04, 2017
Thursday May 04, 2017
This week we are going to discuss the element of "Kedoshim" or moral perfection, as Rav Hirsh explains it. We see that as Jews, our goal is to attain the highest level of morality with the tools G-d has given us. Hope you enjoy, good Shabbos
Thursday Apr 27, 2017
Feminism
Thursday Apr 27, 2017
Thursday Apr 27, 2017
In this discussion, we discover some illuminating and truly groundbreaking concepts about how the Torah views some, nowadays, quite controversial issues. We see the truly amazing approach it has on Women, Brit Milah and our outlook on the physical world. Enjoy
Thursday Apr 20, 2017
Parshat Shemini
Thursday Apr 20, 2017
Thursday Apr 20, 2017
Hi This week's topic was especially interesting for me to prepare, since it deals with a common misconception that many have about impurity. What is impurity and how does the idea is represents follow through with the various laws about the topic? Learn all about it in this weeks discussion. Enjoy.
Freedom and Purity
Thursday Mar 30, 2017
Parshat Vayikrah
Thursday Mar 30, 2017
Thursday Mar 30, 2017
In this week's discussion, we follow Rav Hirsch as he delves in to a beautiful description of the Jewish nation and the way we serve our Creator, so different from other nations. Enjoy
Not defined by grief
Thursday Mar 23, 2017
Thursday Mar 16, 2017
Parshat Ki Sesa
Thursday Mar 16, 2017
Thursday Mar 16, 2017
This week proposes a view on Idolitry and answers the question : What was behind the golden calf? Enjoy and happy Purim to all!
A different kind of G-d
Thursday Mar 09, 2017
Parshat Tetzave
Thursday Mar 09, 2017
Thursday Mar 09, 2017
This week deals with the unique clothing the Kohanim donned for service in the Temple. We delve in to various items and learn how these people became living embodiments of what Hashem expects of us. Enjoy
You are what you Wear

Rabbi Simi Lerner
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