The Rabbi and The Boxer (1:02:21)

A Live interview with Rabbi Shneur SIlbereberg and Dimitry Salita on his boxing career while being an orthodox Jew. This video is part of a series of live streams by the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) to provide quality lectures during the worldwide COVID-19 lockdowns. Click here to see more.

Series: Live Social Media Streams

Dmitry Salita (1)

Rashi, the Ultimate Commentator, and The Rebbe, the Ultimate Explainer (53:33)

This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.

Rabbi Berel Bell (151)

Chabad: The Unstoppable Movement (1:01:35)

Rabbi Yehuda Krinsky (16)

Why Don't Jews Proselytize? (1:45)

If Judaism is the truth, why not try to convert as many non Jews as possible?.

Rabbi Shais Taub (115)

Mock Beth Din, Boston Tea Party Edition (50:36)

A Beit Din is a Jewish court of law, made up of three rabbis who determine the Jewish law on a case-by-case basis. Join a reenactment of a rabbinical courtroom, where the Sons of Liberty and instigators of the Boston Tea Party will be taken to trial for destroying too much tea. What does Judaism say about revolution and destruction? Join the trial to find out

Rabbi Berel Bell (151)

Confessions of a Jewish Hijacker (50:37)

Hear the harrowing story of the Jewish underground movement: how they made the brave decision to hijack a Soviet plane and how it led them, ultimately, to their freedom. This lecture was delivered at the 13th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.

Rabbi Yosef Mendelevich (3)

What Does G-d Want? A Vision of Our Future (49:07)

G-d promised to lead the Jewish People out of exile, but are we a people yet? And if He leads, will we follow? Discover how we can stand tall and accept the offer. This lecture took place at the 12th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.

Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)

The Soul and the After Death (1:06:12)

Here today, gone tomorrow? For sure not. According to kabbalah, death is really birth. It’s not the end of life but the beginning of a new life. We all have freedom of choice in our lives, and what happens after death reflects the choices we have made. Join an unbelievable adventure, upward and onward, into the shocking spiritual terrains of the soul’s trek out of this world

Rabbi David Aaron (119)

The Spanish Expulsion's Aftermath and Messianic Yearning (49:17)

Professor Jeffrey Woolf gives a fascinating historical account of Jewish life after the Spanish expulsion and the effects it had on the varies Jewish communities worldwide. Learn why the rise of Shabbtai Tzvi took place, and why so many Jews hoped he wasn’t the fraud he turned out to be. Also discover the reason for the fierce opposition to the rise of Chassidic Judaism.

Professor Jeffrey Woolf (5)

We Received the Torah but Did We Get It? (1:07:52)

As a divine writ, the Torah contains more than just surface meaning. Like layers of an onion, an infinitely more so, the bed of the Torah sea is forever deepening. Take this chance to delve into each letter, word, and phrase, deciphering the hidden messages between the lines. This lecture took place at the 12th annual National Jewish Retreat

Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)

Why Pray When You Can Worry? (48:20)

High-stakes production stories, star celebrities, and a little sprinkle of wisdom from our sages will help you laugh away stress and regain a touch of sanity. This lecture took place at the 12th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.

David Weiss (8)

Screenplay by Moses and Me (43:34)

As a Jewish screenwriter, David Weiss has gotten some of his best ideas from the Torah. Come hear how the Jewish thought that makes his work shine, can help your life soar. This lecture took place at the 12th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.

David Weiss (8)

Crossfire 2 (2016) (56:23)

How do I know my mission in life? If God is perfect, how can He change His mind? Why do I need a Rabbi if I have Google? What is the Jewish perspective on the Olympics? Can there be love without respect? If previous generations didn’t merit the redemption, why will we? Should I force my children to become religious?   These are just some of the questions that are answered in this "Crossfire" session

Series: Crossfire!

Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)

How Israel Raises a Multicultural Army (56:40)

In the State of Israel, the IDF is often where new immigrants begin their integration into Israeli society. Understandably, there is occasionally tension between people of different backgrounds. In this class, Rabbi Aaron Rakefet, a veteran of the Israel Defense Forces, will explore what it means to create an IDF where all Jews feel at home

Rabbi Aaron Rakeffet-Rothkoff (3)

Family Feud: Can't We All Just Get Along? (53:51)

With labels for every type of individual: left wing, right wing, ultra-orthodox, secular, is it ever possible to get along? Decades of acrimony and strife have created a toxic atmosphere. Is there room for understanding, or must we stick to our principles at the price of peace? This open and painful conversation about reconciliation is one that cannot be avoided

Rabbi YY Jacobson (103)

The Future of Israel and Zionism (57:45)

Nearly two thousand years after the Temple was destroyed in Jerusalem, Israel is still struggling with its identity and raison d’être. In the 1940s, Modern Zionism and the birth of the State of Israel were driven by the dream of a Jewish homeland

Rabbi Simon Jacobson (149)

From a Reform Rabbi to Chabad (50:26)

Join Rabbi Burt Aaron Siegel in his first-hand fascinating account of a leading Reform Rabbi's tumultuous spiritual journey from the pulpit of a prominent Reform temple in the heart of New York City, through the Indian hub of Eastern religions, to his ultimate destination that brought the happiest years of his life upon discovering Chabad, the Rebbe and his true self

Rabbi Burt Siegel (1)

Bank Markazi v. Peterson, Boim v. Quranic Literacy Institute (52:15)

Learn about the interesting lawsuits against terrorists and terror connected entities that have taken place in American Courts.

Series: National Conference of Jewish Lawyers 2016

Mr. Nathan Lewin (24)

David Ben Gurion: Our Right to Israel Is from the Torah (28:48)

A fascinating firsthand account of a meeting Rabbi Lau had with Israel's first Prime Minister David Ben Gurion. In this meeting, Rabbi Lau verifies a story told about Ben Gurion who appeared before the Peel Commission (headed by Lord Peel from the U.K

Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau (26)

Reggio for Your Kids: Get Them Involved! (21:59)

Series: Pesach Symposium 2014

Mrs. Rivkie Spalter (1)

A Candid Conversation With College Students (24:13)

Rabbi Adin Even-Israel Steinsaltz (157)

Shemini: Why Keep Kosher? (13:14)

In this week's parsha, the Torah talks about one of the most impactful laws on the general lifestyle of the people of Israel - kosher animals. Have you ever considered WHY we're restricted from eating certain animals? And the specific laws - split hooves, chewing cud - seem totally arbitrary

Series: Aleph Beta: The Parsha Experiment

Immanuel Shalev (41)

Spiritually in Tune (5:46)

One Fairy, two wishes. Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet discusses the the difference between Woman and Man….

Series: The Jewish Course of Why

Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)

Chosen by Infinity (6:50)

Being "Chosen" is the opposite of egotism, it's removing one's ego to be a conduit for the devine.

Series: The Jewish Course of Why

Rabbi YY Jacobson (103)

What Is Best for You (4:36)

Rabbi Sneiderman names some reactions a person could have to things not going according to their plan….

Series: The Jewish Course of Why

Rabbi Eliezer Sneiderman (15)

Accessing your Well of Creativity (57:15)

Marvelous creative forces stir in the well of human nature. Yet all too often we bring only a portion of ourselves to our families, to our spouses, to our children, to our Jewishness

Rabbi Dov Greenberg (57)

Crossfire! (2015) (52:17)

How do we stop from Jews assimilating? Can one be spiritual without being religios? I want to forgive but I have anger, how do I let it go? What if I hate my parents? The world is getting darker each and every day, how do I know that Moshiach will really come? How do I know that the Torah is true? Do autistic kids have special souls? Why does the Jewish day start at night? Anti Semites don't distinguish between those born with Jewish father or Jewish Mother

Series: Crossfire!

Rabbi Dov Greenberg (57)

Medical Crossfire! (2015) (53:09)

The panelists will answer questions and address medically related ethical quandaries submitted by participants. No question is too basic or too complex. To see our other "Crossfire!" videos, click here. This panel took place at the 10th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.

Series: Crossfire!

Rabbi Dr. Edward Reichman (51)

Historic Torah Dedication (8:23)

On the night of November 9, 1938, amid the deafening sounds of gunshots, the smashing of glass, and the cries of a mob rioting and looting the Jewish Quarter, Isaac Schwartz, a young boy of only 14, risked his life to douse a bonfire full of Torah scrolls, shawls, prayer books, and other Jewish artifacts that Nazi soldiers had set aflame in a square in Hamburg

High-Powered Jewish Women (45:35)

This discussion was featured at the 9th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.

Alyza Lewin (10)

Fortune Tellers, Psychics and Horoscopes (41:24)

Is astrology kosher? From the horoscopes in the newspaper to the psychics in the street, everyone claims they can see our future in the stars. But does Judaism claim that as well? Are such practices even permitted by Jewish law? Is there any room at all for astrology in our lives? Find the answer in this informative and entertaining analysis of astrology in Jewish thought.

Rabbi Moshe Krasnianski (10)

Is G-d Welcome in Sweden? (55:07)

Mrs. Leah Namdar (1)

Maimonides and the Rebbe (49:24)

This lecture took place at the 9th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.

Rabbi Moshe Moscowitz (1)

The Chicago Mystique: Past and Present (53:34)

Jewish life in Chicago began back when the city was founded. Since then it has grown to be one of America’s largest Jewish communities, and a crown jewel among Jewish cities worldwide. Take a trip down memory lane and revisit the milestones and landmarks that mark the history of Jewish Chicago. This lecture took place at the 9th annual National Jewish Retreat

Rabbi Ephraim Moscowitz (1)

Crash Course on Moshiach (56:04)

Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)

Two Jews, Three Opinions, One Heart (58:02)

We are a judgmental people, with labels for every type of individual: left wing, right wing, ultra-orthodox, secular. Is it ever possible to get along with someone whom we don’t see eye-to-eye with? This lecture took place at the 9th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.

Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)

Where Medicine Differs (53:22)

Rapidly evolving social philosophies and ethical trends have a significant impact on the way doctors practice. Ethical standards appear to be flexible and a reflection of the mores of the times. Nonetheless, a common perception persists, that medicine is grounded in timeless, lofty values consistent with high moral purpose

Rabbi Dr. Yaakov Brawer (6)

Q & A on Old Traditions, New Art (6:49)

Series: Sinai Scholars Academic Symposium 2014

Why Be Ethical? (50:04)

Why is there a need for a universal system of ethics? Isn’t a good conscience enough? Do the right intentions guarantee good moral decisions? This discussion with Talmudic scholar Rabbi Adin Even Yisroel Steinsaltz will explore the Jewish perspectives on classic ethical quandaries and provide an ethical base for making even the most difficult decisions

Rabbi Adin Even-Israel Steinsaltz (157)

Old Traditions, New Art (16:01)

Andrew Muller presents his paper about the ongoing relationship between comic books and Judaism. He compares Moses and Superman, drawing parallels between their origin stories and the dichotomy contained in both characters. He points out Jewish themes and rituals that show up more overtly in modern comics as well.

Series: Sinai Scholars Academic Symposium 2014

For G-d and Country (48:55)

When President George W. Bush nominated Michael B. Mukasey to be the 81st Attorney General of the United States, it was not a responsibility that the Orthodox Mukasey took lightly. How was Mukasey, as attorney general and as a federal judge before that, shaped by his deeply held Jewish beliefs and ideas? This session took place at the 9th annual National Jewish Retreat

Michael Mukasey (4)

The Nuremberg Laws (6:23)

Dr. Henry Abramson (90)

Pro-Life or Pro-Choice? (48:23)

In this session abortion will be addressed, one of the most polarizing issues in contemporary discourse, from the perspective of Jewish law and ethics. Does a woman always have the right to terminate her pregnancy? Or does life begin at conception, and destroying a fetus tantamount to murder? This lecture was delivered at the 9th annual National Jewish Retreat

Rabbi Tzvi Flaum (4)

The Merchant of Venice (56:51)

When large corporations cannot meet their obligations, the livelihood of thousands of families, the financial health of numerous creditors, and sometimes the economy of entire cities are at stake. How can attorneys help ensure the best possible outcome and avoid economic disaster—and what’s Jewish law’s view of responsibility for debt?.

Harvey Miller (1)

Genetics and the Jewish Family (54:52)

Of all the medical advances in the 21st century few have impacted the Jewish community more than the field of genetics. From adult carrier testing to fetal testing, to the incorporation of DNA testing into Jewish law, to pre-implantation genetic diagnosis, this session will explore the modern world of genetics from a Jewish perspective.

Rabbi Dr. Edward Reichman (51)

Town of Greece v. Galloway (49:25)

A 2014 U.S. Supreme Court decision permitting chaplains to open legislative sessions with a prayer set the legal world on fire. Was it a victory for religious freedom or a blow to the Establishment Clause? The law aside, what ethics underlie this gripping debate? Two of America’s leading constitutional scholars make their case

Mr. Nathan Lewin (24)

The Stem Cell Debate (42:47)

Breakthroughs in stem cell research have caused much excitement about the vast potential of using embryonic stem cells to cure various diseases. But what are the moral implications of destroying these embryos in the process? What is the Jewish view? Should an embryo in a Petri dish be considered a life? This lecture took place at the 9th annual National Jewish Retreat

Dr. Alan Kadish (2)

The Separation of Synagogue and State (51:44)

Does Jewish law have its own version of the First Amendment? Does Judaism legislate itself out of the public square? Would it dare challenge this most American of values? Explore the Torah’s perspective of one of today’s most polarizing issues: the clash between religion and government. This session was featured at the 9th annual National Jewish Retreat

Rabbi Shlomo Yaffe (68)

The Rebbe's Cardiologist from Chicago (53:56)

On the morning of the holiday of Shemini Atzeret in 1977, Dr. Ira Weiss was called on his emergency line for a most urgent matter. In this fascinating lecture, Dr. Weiss tells the dramatic story of the Rebbe’s sudden heart attack and the process of his recovery

Dr. Ira Weiss (1)

The Veracity of Torah (54:57)

"Can you prove that G-d exists, and that the Torah is from Heaven?" This talk challenges the validity of the concept of "proof". The talk addresses two general forms of knowledge: “cognition”, knowledge derived from external sources, and “cognizance”, which is awareness from within. Using deceptively simple illustrations, Dr

Rabbi Dr. Yaakov Brawer (6)

The Kabbalah of Forgiveness Introduction (8:10)

In this introduction to his new series on “The Kabbalah of Forgiveness”, Dr. Henry Abramson provides a background for the book “Tomer Devorah”. Written by the Ramak, a well-known and prolific kabbalist, this work takes a uniquely mystical approach to the study of ethical development, known as Mussar

Series: The Kabbalah of Forgiveness

Dr. Henry Abramson (90)

America's Attempt with a Chief Rabbi (5:43)

Professor Jonathan Sarna (48)

Lesson Eleven: The Arizal (17:14)

In this segment of the series “Intro to Kabbalah,” Rabbi Yossi Paltiel examines the life and personality of the Arizal - Rabbi Yitzchak Luria Ashkenazi, father of Lurianic Kabbalah.  The Arizal is the famed student of Rabbi Moshe Cordovero, and upon the death of his teacher, he undisputedly filled the position as head of the Kabbalists

Series: Intro To Kabbalah

Rabbi Yossi Paltiel (56)

My Rebbe (54:11)

Twenty years after the Rebbe’s passing, renowned scholar and teacher, Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz, shares some his personal thoughts about what the Rebbe represented to him. In this compelling lecture, the Rebbe is described as a scholarly teacher who shared his wisdom in a way that the people could accept and relate to

Series: Soul Encounters

Rabbi Adin Even-Israel Steinsaltz (157)

Judgment before Nuremberg (30:00)

Mr. Greg Dawson (1)

The Rebbe in the Jewish Hall of Fame (45:02)

Series: Soul Encounters

Professor Lawrence Schiffman (17)

Personal Encounters: An Interview with Nat Lewin (58:46)

After graduating magna cum laude from Harvard University, attorney Nathan Lewin went on to fight some of America’s most famous cases in twenty-seven appearances before the U.S. Supreme Court. In a fascinating interview with Altie Karper, editorial director of Schocken Books, Nathan Lewin reflects on his battles to uphold the First Amendment and civil liberties.

Mr. Nathan Lewin (24)

Oncofertility: Finding Hope in the Midst of Tragedy (55:50)

For many cancer survivors their medical nightmare doesn’t end when they finish treatment. Sometimes the chemotherapy or the disease itself can render them infertile. Oncofertility is the cutting edge medical research that aims to preserve the reproductive ability of cancer patients. This lecture explains the medicine behind the miracle and the ethical questions involved

Rabbi Dr. Edward Reichman (51)

The Final Moment: Defining Death and Respecting Life (59:59)

What is the definition of death? Modern medicine still grapples with this question, challenged by medical advances that continually prolong life. In Jewish law, knowing when a patient has deceased is vital to understanding when treatment can be withdrawn, as well as other grave issues

Rabbi Dr. Edward Reichman (51)

Medical Roulette and Experimental Treatments (54:18)

The rapid advances in medical science present exciting but unproven treatments. The desire to heal our loved ones must be balanced with the potential danger of these therapies. How do we make this choice? When is it worth the risk and when not? This lecture was delivered at the 8th annual National Jewish Retreat

Dr. Daniel Eisenberg (5)

Change, Growth, and a Better You (31:38)

Series: Pesach Symposium 2014

Mrs. Fraidy Yanover (4)

Why We Don't Eat Beans on Passover (12:50)

Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)

Adam Ki Yakriv (22:38)

Rabbi Yitzchok Wagshul (12)

Mysticism and Mikvah (47:50)

Mrs. Sarah Karmely (8)

The Living Torah: From Sinai to Cyberspace (58:05)

Has Judaism evolved? Explore the development of the written and oral Torah, the twin traditions that stretch back to Sinai. Learn how to use ancient halachic principles to find solutions to contemporary dilemmas. You will put the eternality of Torah to the test by scrutinizing its relevance today.

Series: Judaism Decoded Lesson 4

Rabbi Chaim Block (35)

Fear Factor (1:01:53)

When he was a young boy the Baal Shem Tov’s father taught him the secret to conquering all his earthly fears. In this lecture we uncover that secret of how Torah-based psychology lays the groundwork for dealing with the full spectrum of our anxieties and perturbations

Rabbi Asher Crispe (45)

Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Decides (57:34)

Against the backdrop of Hurricane Katrina, doctors were forced to make some of the toughest decisions a physician could ever face. This discussion of events at Memorial Hospital in New Orleans as witnessed by Dr

Dr. Daniel Eisenberg (5)

Illuminating Your Darkness (28:22)

This inspiring and motivational lecture by Rabbi Aryeh Weinstein offers an enlightening approach to life’s challenges. What do we do when the darkness is all-consuming and we don’t see a way out?  Rabbi Weinstein takes a message from Chanukah about finding our life’s purpose, improving our marriage, and observing the Torah in the best way.

Rabbi Aryeh Weinstein (113)

American Judaism's Contemporary Scoreboard (41:51)

Do bagels and baseball go together? What about Shabbat and sports? Professor Jeffrey Gurock pioneered the use of athletics as a metaphor for interpreting the Jewish American story. This lecture invites us to explore the issues of Jewish integration through the lens of sports and to understand the challenges of religious survival in modern-day America.

Dr. Jeffrey Gurock (2)

The Kabbalah of Art: Why Nothing Is More Abstract Than Reality (59:58)

Artists are continually playing upon the nature of our perception. The great masters will often force us to reflect upon what our eyes perceive. Is there something real out there independent of our awareness? Does art merely copy reality or create it? Taking a cue from aesthetics, we will explore the curation of the soul

Rabbi Asher Crispe (45)

Life in a Death Camp (31:44)

Mrs. Itu Lustig (1)

The Tanya's Guide to Achieving Happiness (56:50)

Centuries before society realized the importance of the mind to healthy living, chapter 26 of Tanya had already turned itself to understanding its many struggles. Utilizing the authentic text and traditional Jewish learning methods, you’ll see the interplay between mental and spiritual health through the lens of Torah– and its path of healing for those who suffer

Rabbi Shais Taub (115)

Crisis in the Shtetl That Never Sleeps (45:57)

During the years of 1938-1945, 6 million Jews were killed in Europe. Dr. Jeffrey Gurock presents a fascinating look at what was going on with Jews in America during that time. Were they aware of the situation in Europe? What measures did they take to try and stop the murders and join in the war effort? This lecture was delivered at the 8th annual National Jewish Retreat

Dr. Jeffrey Gurock (2)

A Chassidic Introduction to Interior Design (59:09)

What makes a home a home? In the course of our investigation we will demonstrate that homeliness is as much a product of our inner spiritual dynamics as it is about colors, lighting and layout. Our role as designers is to furnish its interior with multi-purpose objects that serve both the physical and the spiritual.

Rabbi Asher Crispe (45)

Being Judged Is a Compliment (9:13)

Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)

What "Rosh Hashanah" Actually Means (2:10)

Rabbi Asher Crispe (45)

Rabbi Immanuel Schochet Memorial Tribute (8:59)

The G-d Particle and the Power of Will (52:47)

Decades of work and billions of dollars went into the search for the elusive Higgs boson, a critical link in the Standard Model of particle physics. Why did its discovery spark wild excitement in the scientific world? How does the Higgs particle enable us to better understand ourselves and the universe?.

Rabbi Asher Crispe (45)

The Ba'al Shem Tov (Besht) (54:33)

Widely regarded as the father of the 18th-century Hasidic movement, Israel ben Eliezer was a popular and hugely influential teacher of Judaism in eastern Europe. This lecture, which draws on research conducted in Polish archives after the fall of Communism, sheds additional light on the life and works of the Ba'al Shem Tov.

Dr. Henry Abramson (90)

Q&A (5:00)

Series: Winning at All Costs

Honorable Stanley R. Chesler (4)

Sports Bounties (23:12)

Series: Winning at All Costs

Honorable Stanley R. Chesler (4)

Menachem Begin and Israeli Politics (52:16)

Dr. Henry Abramson (90)

Jews and the First Crusade (6:03)

Date: July 1099 (Tammuz 4859).

Series: This Week in Jewish History

Dr. Henry Abramson (90)

The Jewish Badge (3:50)

The design of the Jewish badge changed through the centuries but the purpose didn’t. Dr. Henry Abramson illustrates various symbols that Jews have been required to wear in order to identify Jews and keep them separate from Christians.

Series: This Week in Jewish History

Dr. Henry Abramson (90)

Cooperating Witnesses (28:27)

Series: Winning at All Costs

Honorable Stanley R. Chesler (4)

The Lawyer and the Media (27:25)

Series: Winning at All Costs

Honorable Stanley R. Chesler (4)

Shavuot: The Endless Voice (8:27)

The voice of G-d had no echo. Rabbi Dovid Birk shares a yomtov thought: the words of Torah, said by G-d at Sinai were so profound that they penetrated everything; there was no sound that was not absorbed to bounce back as an echo.

Rabbi Dovid Birk (4)

The Blind Ironman (28:16)

Justice Richard H. Bernstein (12)

The Archaeological Claim to Jerusalem (1:00:57)

G-d gave the land of Israel to the Jews, so why do so many deny it and try to uproot the Jews? Rabbi Avraham Stolik takes us on a journey through archaeological discoveries to uncover the true story of the Bible and the Land of Israel. He disputes the many forms of opposition used to deny our history, with actual archeology. His knowledge in this area is impressive and compelling

Rabbi Avraham Stolik (2)

Reuniting with My Brother (11:03)

Subsisting on black plums and fresh goat's milk, direct from the source, Leibel continues his search. In this episode, Leibel Zisman is finally reunited with his brother Beryl, the morning after a moving dream of his parents telling him not to give up hope.

Mr. Leibel Zisman (5)

Moses Mendelssohn and the Enlightenment Movement (42:55)

Moses Mendelssohn was a hugely influential thinker in 18th-century Germany. An unusually gifted intellect, he became the primary spokesperson for the emancipation of Jews in the 18th century, and his cause was championed by many non-Jewish liberals of the era

Dr. Henry Abramson (90)

Miracles and Meals: Stories from the Holocaust (32:16)

This lecture was delivered at the 7th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.

Mrs. Joanne Caras (1)

The Simple Servant (July 15, 2012) (57:50)

Dicourse: The Simple Servant  •  This class was given July 15, 2012 - 25 Tammuz, 5772.

Series: Chassidus and Coffee: The Simple Servant

Rabbi Ruvi New (101)

The Kabbalah of Yin and Yang (53:09)

Series: Chassidus and Coffee: The Simple Servant

Rabbi Ruvi New (101)

Raising Two Families (15:38)

We each struggle with our own situations, but the results are not up to us. Mrs. Frady Schwartz shares her inspiring story of teshuva, marriage, loss and gain, including 4 bar mitzvahs, 1 bas mitzvah and a new baby in a 4 year span.

Mrs. Frady Schwartz (3)

The Matzah Debate: Round or Square (55:43)

Do you go round or square on Pesach? Rabbi Avraham Bergstein teaches the history of baking matzah, and the significance of the shape, from the cakes that Avraham served the visiting angels, to the disputes about machine matzahs. Included is a video within the video of a machine matzah bakery, which shows the procedure from the strenuous cleaning, through all the processes involved.

Rabbi Avrohom Bergstein (32)

Journey from Buddhism to Judaism (44:48)

The journey takes us from the Israeli Paratroopers to India, Japan, Thailand and Australia. Eyal Karoutchi gives a dramatic rendition of his life quest for truth and happiness. The not so random people that he connects with and the spiritual truth he searches for decide his life's path. This is a fun video with depth and humor.

Mr. Eyal Karoutchi (1)

Secrets of a Kosher Supervisor - Q&A (33:22)

Chocolate chips and turkey oil, eggs and water, what are the kosher concerns? Rabbi Norman Schloss answers questions from the audience in humorous style. Naturally the first question in about the parve status of chocolate chips. Watch the video to find out where turkey oil comes in. ► Click here to watch the Part 1 This class was delivered at Chabad Lubavitch of Georgia.

Rabbi Norman Schloss (2)

The Sleeping Bride (1:11:57)

This week we are sandwiched between 2 redemptions, Purim and Pesach. Rabbi Reuven Wolf asks why the kings are sleeping. The supernal king, the king in the Megillah and the King Moshiach, all waiting to be awakened for the final redemption. This class was given February 25, 2013 - 15 Adar, 5773 (Parshat Ki Tisa).

Rabbi Reuven Wolf (14)

I smuggled Tefillin into Auschwitz (14:16)

How can Russian boots change the course of history for one person? Mr. Leibel Zisman describes the value of his Russian boots and how his upbeat personality saved the day. This slice of his Holocaust experiences is a mix of the fascinating and horrifying, yet is given with humor. Click Here to order I Believe: The Story of One Jewish Life By: Leibel Zisman, Published by GJCF.

Mr. Leibel Zisman (5)

Why Recite Haman's 10 Sons' Names in One Breath? (5:41)

Why is there no artificial respiration at the Megillah reading? Rabbi Levi Kaplan gives three reasons why we read the names of the sons of Haman in one breath. Choose your favorite reason and don’t forget to breath.

Rabbi Levi Kaplan (54)

Don Isaac Abravanel and Spanish Jewry (49:07)

What factors led up to the Spanish Inquisition and yet produced some of the greatest Jewish commentators? The triangular society of Spain gave rise to advantages for the Jews, as well as leading to one of the greatest destructions. Dr. Henry Abramson discusses the life and times of Don Isaac Abravanel, a prolific writer, renowned statesman and proverbial wandering Jew

Dr. Henry Abramson (90)

Greetings from Exotic Asia (28:01)

What would be the most exotic location for a Chabad House? Mrs. Mashi Butman shares her fascinating story and experiences as co-director of Chabad of Cambodia. On a pilot trip over Passover, the Afikomen was taken and only returned with the promise that the Butmans would open a Chabad center in Phenom Penh

Mrs. Mashie Butman (2)

Personal Encounters: An Interview with the President of Starbucks (54:30)

How far can a college dropout go? Howard Behar learned Jewish values from his parents and grandparents growing up in Seattle. He brought those strong values with him to Starbucks where people are as important as profits. Howard Behar and Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie chat about roots, life experiences, and Starbucks. This interview took place at the 7th annual National Jewish Retreat

Mr. Howard Behar (2)

The Economics of Creative Destruction (1:01:06)

What is the age of the world? 1 minute. Rabbi Asher Crispe reviews the changes in technology and agriculture over the last century. 97% of the work force has been freed up from agricultural work and now manufacturing is being done with robots. As bad as the economy seems this is the best time in the history of the world

Rabbi Asher Crispe (45)

The Holocaust: A Survivor's Perspective (32:20)

How can we relate to 6,000,000 Jewish victims of the Holocaust? Chief Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau expresses the shame and embarrassment that he and his contemporaries felt after the Holocaust. Friends spoke about the heroism of fighting the British and the Arabs in Israel, while they didn't fight, they were victims

Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau (26)

The Rebbe's Legacy of Love (57:56)

In this moving talk Rabbi Ruvi New shares personal stories of how the Rebbe continues to affect his life. What drives Chabad Rabbis around the globe to deliver the Rebbe’s message? Rabbi New delivers the Rebbe’s eternal message with clarity and warmth. The lecture is more like a classic Chassidic farbrengen, reflecting a life full of meaning and commitment

Rabbi Ruvi New (101)

In God We Trust (1:57)

 In G-d we Trust has been the motto of our country since at least 1812. This clip is an excerpt from What is our Obligation To The President and Country? .

Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)

Jewish History: Rabbi Yosef Karo and the Evolution of Jewish Law (34:57)

Rabbi Yosef Caro excelled in Torah scholarship despite years of expulsions in the Sephardic world. Dr. Henry Abramson, a well known educator, and expert on the history of the Talmud, presents the life and times of Rabbi Yosef Caro. He explains what roles Rav Caro's works played in Jewish scholarship and practice from the 15th century until now

Dr. Henry Abramson (90)

Love Your Fellow As Yourself (8:23)

Loving your fellow incorporates the entire Torah. How can I love every Jew if I don't like some people? Rabbi Levi Kaplan expands on chapter 32 of Tanya, also known as Perek Lev, the portion of the heart. The Alter Rebbe exhorts us to love every Jew, even if their only positive quality is that they are a creation of G-d.

Rabbi Levi Kaplan (54)

An Exhibition at the Chabad Library (11:47)

The Chabad Library contains 250,000 volumes, 3,000 manuscripts and hundreds of thousands of documents and letters. Rabbi Berel Levine gives a virtual tour of the exhibition hall tracing the history of Chabad Rebbeim through their documents and letters.

Rabbi Berel Levine (4)

Talmud: From Parchment to the Printing Press (8:56)

Despite expulsions, book burnings and house fires, there are still a few pages remaining from books of 600-1000 years ago. The librarian of the Chabad Library in Brooklyn, NY, Rabbi Berel Levine takes us on a historical tour of how the Talmud was preserved through the ages

Rabbi Berel Levine (4)

The Rebbe's Blessing in My Life (9:51)

Mr. Steven Solrash (1)

Who was a Jew (53:02)

Is there a basic definition of what is a Jew? Follow the fascinating sources in history and Halachah, as they are applied by various groups: Samaritans, Christians, Falashas, Karaites and even certain modern Jewish movements, who have followed standards different from the Jewish tradition

Professor Lawrence Schiffman (17)