Shabbat: What Is in It for Me? (1:08)

Rabbi David Aaron (119)

 

The Essence of Shabbat (2:24)

Six days a week we work to create. On Shabbat we stop work to experience.   This video was produced for Lesson 6 of Pause & Affect, a course by the Rosh Chodesh Society.   The Rosh Chodesh Society is a division of The Rohr Jewish Learning Institute.

 

Why do Women Light the Shabbat Candles Friday Night? (2:38)

Why do women (and not men) light Shabbat candles Friday night?.

Mrs. Dena Schusterman (12)

 

The Shabbat Farewell Ceremony (Havdalah), Explained (2:48)

 

Is Shabbat Really a Day of Rest? (3:40)

Every Shabbat I must walk for an hour to and from synagogue. Is that what the Torah means by "day of rest"? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.

Series: Individual Crossfire questions

Rabbi Chaim Block (35)

 

Shabbat: The Mystical and Magical (25:42)

This lecture was delivered at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.

Rabbi Yossy Goldman (11)

 

Shabbat Medley (7:35)

Series: National Jewish Retreat 2019 Concert

Eli Marcus (12)

 

Is Shabbat Just a Religious Thing? (4:50)

Rabbi Ari Sollish (35)

 

The Shabbat Effect (36:07)

Is Shabbat just about relaxation? 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 Shalom Paltiel (27)

 

The Beauty of Shabbat (1:22)

Is Shabbat just about rest?.

Rabbi Shais Taub (115)

 

The Life of Shabbat (53:36)

Shabbat is a universal day of rest. But every person experiences it differently. Hear from a panel of four women on their unique experiences and relationships with this holy day. This panel was featured at the 13th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.

Amir Ofer (2)

 

A Halachic Crash Course on the Laws of Shabbat (58:58)

From Kiddush to Havdalah, learn about the do’s, don'ts, how’s and why’s of keeping the day of rest. 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 Berel Bell (151)

 

The Cure for Technology Overdependence (6:24)

Many people have unfortunately become slaves to their electronic devices. This causes them to be more stressed out, neglect important relationships with other people, and not even be able to think properly. What is Judaism’s solution to this?.

Dr. Lisa Aiken (16)

 

One Day a Week We Rest (42:10)

Shabbat. The Day of Rest. Discover the religious, social, national, and family benefits of this important day. 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 Yisrael Meir Lau (26)

 

Technology and Shabbat (3:29)

For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.

Series: Individual Crossfire questions

Rabbi Asher Crispe (45)

 

Driving to Shul on Shabbat, or Not Going? (1:16)

For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.

Series: Individual Crossfire questions

Rabbi Shlomo Yaffe (68)

 

Driving to Synagogue on Shabbat, or Staying Home? (1:10)

For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.

Series: Individual Crossfire questions

Rabbi Yitzchak Schochet (186)

 

6. Afterglow (1:04:47)

Series: Oasis in Time

Rabbi Shraga Sherman (137)

 

3. Walking With Angels (1:14:54)

Series: Oasis in Time

Rabbi Shraga Sherman (137)

 

2. Beginning with the End in Mind (1:10:48)

Series: Oasis in Time

Rabbi Shraga Sherman (137)

 

Figuring out the Shabbat Laws (1:28)

For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.

Series: Individual Crossfire questions

Rabbi Shmuel Lew (23)

 

Is Shabbat the New Superfood? (1:08:50)

What is the science to keeping Shabbat in a way that enhances relationships, lowers stress and betters life in the 21st century? Shabbat seems so dogmatic and non spiritual, what is the inner meaning of Shabbat? Rabbi Menachem Wolf of the Spiritgrow Josef Kryss Centre analyses the wellness benefits as well as the Spiritual nature of the seventh day of the week based on contemporary wellness teachings and Kabalistic interpretation of shabbat

Rabbi Menachem Wolf (12)

 

About Proper Shabbat Observance (8:08)

For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.

Series: Individual Crossfire questions

Mrs. Rivkah Slonim (76)

 

Wine and Dine the Shabbat Way (44:45)

The magical setting of the Shabbat meal ushers peace and harmony into Jewish homes around the globe. This is your chance to master the practices that make it so unique: lighting the Shabbat candles and reciting the kiddush over wine. You will learn everything you need to know about these treasured traditions. This session took place at the 9th annual National Jewish Retreat

Rabbi Baruch Hertz (2)

 

Practical Judaism Part 2 (1:31:08)

If you were making the laws of Shabbos, what would your day be like? Rabbi Abba Perelmuter gives an overview of the commandments, where they came from, how they were transmitted and how concensus was reached. His clear and personal delivery brings the mitzvahs alive.

Series:

Rabbi Abba Perelmuter (63)

 

Shabbat: An Island In Time (50:51)

We are only human, what does G-d want from us? G-d wants a dwelling place in this, the lowest of worlds, created by the balance between our busy, physical lives and our spiritual connection. Rabbi Shloma Majeski explains that the spirituality we are immersed in on Shabbos carries over into the week, until we recharge again on the next Shabbos.

Rabbi Shloma Majeski (8)

 

Toward a Wiser Use of Energy (7:13)

What does Jewish tradition have to do with energy consumption? Mrs. Evonne Marzouk recounts numerous Talmudic references to energy conservation, albeit with wicks and oil. Today most energy involves fire in some form, whether electricity, gas, or oil. Shabbos is when a Jew learns the balance of how to use fire.

Mrs. Evonne Marzouk (5)

 

How to Make Havdalah (Chabad) (3:35)

Clear instructions on how to make Havdalah and usher out the Shabbos Queen with Rabbi Sacks.

Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks (113)

 

The Laws of Borer: Nuts, Garlic and Tea (18:05)

Series: The Laws of Borer

Rabbi Shmuel Bluming (11)

 

Shabbat vs. the Hurricane (4:12)

"As the Jewish people have kept the Shabbat, so has the Shabbat kept the Jewish people". Dr. Tevi Troy shares his commitment to keeping Shabbat from a unusual perspective - that of an observant Jew filling a key role in the White House

Dr. Tevi Troy (4)

 

The Laws of Borer: Using Utensils (9:51)

Series: The Laws of Borer

Rabbi Shmuel Bluming (11)

 

The Laws of Borer: Peels, Seeds and Bones (16:42)

Series: The Laws of Borer

Rabbi Shmuel Bluming (11)

 

How to Make Kiddush (2:39)

Blessings for Friday Night Kiddush:   Yom Ha-shihi. Va-y'chulu ha-shoma-yim v'ho-oretz v'chol tz'vo-om. Va-y'chal Elohim ba-yom hash'vi'i, m'lachto asher oso, va-yishbos bayom ha-sh'vi-i mikol m'lachto asher oso

Series: Jewish Services Made Simple (accompanying video)

Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks (113)

 

How to Light Shabbat Candles (2:08)

Note: The Shabbat candles are lit at least eighteen minutes before sunset on Friday.     Blessing for lighting Shabbat Candles:   Boruch ato Adonoy, Elohaynu Melech ho-olom, asher ki-d'shonu b'mitzvosov, v'tzivonu l'hadlik nayr shel shabbos kodesh

Series: Jewish Services Made Simple (accompanying video)

Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks (113)

 

Chabad Is Always There for Us (16:06)

Mrs. Hadassah Lieberman (1)

 

Forty-One Years without a Shabbos Meal! (4:56)

Leave the light on! Your invitation can change another’s life forever. Who’s coming to your house this Shabbos?.

Rabbi Moshe Bryski (40)

 

Jewish Law: Borer III (42:36)

This is the third and final episode of  Borer - The Laws of Seperating on Shabbos, the 3 episode mini-series, in which Rabbi Berel Bell goes through different aspects of the Halacha and explains its practical relevance. .

Series: Borer - The Laws of Separating on Shabbos

Rabbi Berel Bell (151)

 

A Meaningful Shabbat Table (5:28)

More than the Jewish people have kept the Shabbat, the Shabbat has kept the Jewish people. Join Rabbi David Eliezrie in this guided trip to celebrating Shabbat in your home.   This talk was given at the 5th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.

Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)

 

The Legal and the Scientific Witnesses as Participants (7:17)

This fascinating exposition delivered by Mr. Poltorack involves a  Talmudic investigation on various forms of testimony upon which Rabbi Yosef Rosen, known as the Genius of Ragatchov , develops a halachic conclusion as interpreted over a backdrop of quantum mechanics. .

Dr. Alexander Poltorak (12)

 

Contemporary Issues on Shabbos (31:04)

Rabbi Yosef Shusterman (34)

 

Laws of Shabbat: Cooking (44:54)

Rabbi Berel Bell (151)

 

Laws of Shabbat: Keeping Food Warm (54:12)

Rabbi Berel Bell (151)

 

Shabbat in the 21st Century Q & A (21:03)

 

Greetings to the National Jewish Retreat (7:50)

This video greeting was sent by Connecticut Senator Joseph Lieberman to the 800 participants of the 2011 National Jewish Retreat,  who were gathered in his home state to take part in this annual 5-day event.  His remarks reflect his great respect and encouragement for the participants who have dedicated their time to learning more about their Jewish identity

Senator Joseph Lieberman (2)

 

"Remember the Sabbath Day, to Keep it Holy" (6:15)

Miss Kineret Shamash is currently a senior at the University of Wisconsin.  After high school, she spent a year in Israel on Young Judaea Year Course. Judaism has always been an important part of her life and Sinai Scholars was a great opportunity to learn Judaic Studies while in college

Series: Sinai Scholars Academic Symposium 2011

 

Shabbat in the 21st Century (7:24)

Mr. Max Gelb is a senior at Dartmouth College majoring in Economics.  He participated in the Fall 2010 Sinai Scholars course, and took a particular interest in the role of Shabbat in Judaism.  He has spent significant time living in Israel, Spain, and Italy, and has enjoyed learning about Jewish traditions and people from different parts of the world

Series: Sinai Scholars Academic Symposium 2011

 

The Gift of Pleasure (2:24)

Oasis in Time: The Gift of Shabbat in a 24/7 World - Judaism's secrets to serenity We invite you to explore the mystical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of Shabbat as we unlock a model for achieving balance and serenity in the modern age

Series: Oasis in Time

 

The Shabbat Ascent (27:08)

Rabbi Dovid Kievman engages his students in a discussion about what singles out Shabbos as a day of rest for the Jewish Nation. In his talk, Rabbi Keivman draws mostly from the esoteric teachings of Kabbalah and Chassidus which view Shabbos as a day on which spiritual and physical realms ascend to higher levels.

Rabbi Dovid Kievman (1)

 

The Gift of Investment (2:21)

Oasis in Time: The Gift of Shabbat in a 24/7 World - Judaism's secrets to serenity We invite you to explore the mystical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of Shabbat as we unlock a model for achieving balance and serenity in the modern age

Series: Oasis in Time

 

The Gift of Rest (3:23)

Ilan Ramon, Israel's very own astronaut goes into space and teaches us all a very valuable lesson, even though he tragically did not make it back

Series: Oasis in Time

 

Neshek (4:36)

What unique mazal does each month possesses? What can we accomplish spiritually using the specific energy of each Jewish holiday? Go beyond time with Mrs. Goldie Slavin and discover the inner dimension of the Jewish calendar.

Mrs. Goldie Slavin (9)

 

When Jewish and Environmental Issues Clash (7:54)

When buzz words like “sustainablitiy,” “going green” and “organic lifestyle” become part of our everyday language, we are forced to ask the question: Do environmental awareness and Judaism go hand in hand or do they conflict in their basic precepts?  Rabbi Shmuel Simenowitz, a farmer and religious leader, tackles this question and more in his lectures

Rabbi Shmuel Simenowitz (9)

 

Shabbat: An Oasis in Time (32:48)

In an age when retail stores are open seven days a week and people are expected to be reachable all the time, a spate of editorials have broached the concept of declaring a “secular Sabbath” — a day devoid of e-mail, cell phones and the other invasions of modern society. But Shabbat has always been much more than a protection against burnout

Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)

 

Freedom with Responsibility (12:12)

Ms. Noa Langer Is currently a sophomore at New York University. She was a participant of sinai scholars last fall and is happy to be back and serving as a recruiter/coordinator for this semester.   "I'm from Yorba Linda in southern California where the weather is perfect all year round

Series: Sinai Scholars Academic Symposium 2010

 

Breaking Shabbos for a Medical Emergency: When and How? (57:39)

This class was organized by Yagdil Torah in Crown Heights, New York.  For more lectures run by Yagdil Torah, check out their website at www.yagdiltorah.org.

Rabbi Shmuel Bluming (11)