This session took place at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mr. Jacob Solomon (1)
James Madison said, “Free speech is one of the great bulwarks of liberty”. Americans have been debating its parameters; some say this endangers liberty, others, that it limits hate. Judaism has a history of active debate, but where does Jewish tradition place restrictions? This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
The U.S. Constitution’s Second Amendment enshrines the right of citizens to “bear arms.” But it is neither the first nor the last word. How may a “Higher Authority” weigh in? Here we will investigate Jewish law to discover other ways of parsing this hot topic. This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
As the “MeToo” campaign illustrated, we live in a time of changing roles and rules. What are the best ways to protect oneself and others from you? Could traditional Jewish understandings of propriety have contemporary application? This lecture was delivered at the 14th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
What is the role of women in Judaism? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
What would Moses and the founders of Judaism think of us today? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
Are there divisions between Jews in Israel and Jews in other countries? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
On having differences in Judaism. For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
Does Chabad take political positions on issues of the day? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
What will the process of redemption be like? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
Why are their negative statements about gentiles in the Torah? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
How does Judaism respond to one's having negative impulses? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
Do we reject sinners? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
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Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
Rabbi Aryeh Sufrin (3)
The Rebbe's reaction to meeting someone who represents everything he was against...
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
We do we keep talking about the Exodus of Egypt? Does it really have any relevance today? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
Why is Chabad not afraid of assimilation and the influence of the outside world on its emissaries worldwide? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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 Dovid Eliezrie (72)
From war-torn Warsaw to the liberated shores of America, hear the astonishing account of the Previous Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneersohn’s harrowing escape from a bloodied country, and discover his foresighted vision of a new world. This lecture was delivered at the 13th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
Rabbi Berel Lazar (7)
The death penalty has been under attack for being unconstitutional. Should we be allowed to decide who deserves to die? Listen as both sides of the argument make their case. Then, you be the judge. This debate took place at the 12th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mr. Martin H. Pritikin (2)
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Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Mrs. Chaya Teldon (28)
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Mrs. Chaya Teldon (28)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Mrs. Chaya Teldon (28)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
This panel was featured at the 8th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Gaylen Ross (1)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
People often wonder how a group of rabbis and rebbetzins, most often without college degrees or education, have created thriving centers of Jewish life throughout the world. Join us as we delve into how Chabad's success is built on five powerful ideas that inspired a generation of Shluchim and learn how these foundational concepts can change your life
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
How far should governments go in their quest to free innocent hostages? In this session, experts debate this question in the context of the Israeli decision to free terror convicts to gain the freedom of Gilad Shalit. Would you support the motion that the Shalit deal was the right move? This session took place at the 10th annual National Jewish Retreat
Mr. Dan Arbell (2)
The true story of Chabad's secret networks during the cold war in Mother Russia, and how these networks helped Judaism flourish after the wall came down. 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 Dovid Eliezrie (72)
Why Do We Need a Rebbe? To Serve in the Israeli Army? Should You Go Live in Israel? Why Chassidut? Can Unhealthy be Kosher? These are just some of the questions that are answered in this "Crossfire" session. Join this panel of insightful Jewish minds as they address the most important issues of the day
Series: Crossfire!
Mrs. Chaya Teldon (28)
Why Can't Women Be Witnesses? Can I attend a friend's forbidden marriage? How do I know the Torah Is true? What is the source of Chabad's growth? My son wants to marry a non-Jew, what should I do? Are women in the back of the bus? Driving to Synagogue on Shabbat, or Staying Home? Is Chabad Too Religious? These are just some of the questions that are answered in this "Crossfire" session
Series: Crossfire!
Mrs. Molly Resnick (20)
Look at the light not the shadows. He never agreed to a split amongst Jewish people, "we are all from the same father, we are all one nation," says Chief Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau in this interview with Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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)
Whoever dies wtih the most toys wins. Is that what life is about? Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie emphasizes the importance of the afterlife to our current lives. He covers the unification of the body and soul, the resurrection of the dead, the recycling of souls, and the mystery of life and what we are here to accomplish. This lecture was delivered at the 7th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
This lecture was delivered at the 7th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
Flip the conversation to reveal what anti- Israel groups really believe. Go on the offensive and make them the issue. Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie presents the possible reactions to a campus disruption by the Muslim Student Union, and gives his solution to Israel's public relations problems. This talk is in response to this event.
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
This panel discussion was featured at the 6th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Mr. Ami Eden (1)
This talk was given at the 7th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
Rabbi David Eliezrie, Rabbi of Congregation Beth Meir HaCohen/Chabad in Yorba Linda, California, and a noted leader and advisor on both local and national Jewish affairs, shares insights into the dilemma about what comes first - our nationality or our Jewishness? Weaving his trademark wit, powerful questions, and some compelling anecdotes about the Pope and Nelson Mandela's dealings with rabbis, as well as a powerful video clip of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sharing an incredible interaction he had with the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Eliezrie makes the case that Jews are respected when who they are on the outside matches who we have always been on the inside
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
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)
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
The potential ban on circumcision in an American city raises many disturbing questions. What does it mean for the future of Jewish freedom in the U.S.? Who is behind it, and what liberties will be lost next? Explore these questions, as well as the history and mysticism of brit milah. This lecture was delivered at the 6th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
This lecture was deliverd on August 18, 2010, Rabbi David Eliezrie discusses the various opinions regarding the halachic obligation or prohibition regarding the ransom of captives. .
Series: Judaism Decoded Lesson 3
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
A morning study session examining Tanya, the central text of Chabad Chassidism, as a means for creating the appropriate mental focus for prayer. Drawing on the deep well of chassidic wisdom and inspiration, this class focuses on a different theme each morning, as it helps you build your own personal inner database of chassidic concepts and teachings
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
How does one cope and nurture faith when tragedy strikes? How are we to respond to the suffering of others? Can faith and suffering go hand in hand? If life is filled with pain, can it still be satisfying and meaningful? A chassidic perspective. This lecture was delivered at the 4th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
Our sages teach that there are three states of wholeness that we must always strive for: wholeness of the Jewish people, wholeness of the Torah, and wholeness of the Land of Israel. If even one of the three is not complete, then the others will also suffer. True peace will only be accomplished when we have wholeness of the three
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
For centuries Jews have looked to strike a balance between their identity and the society they live in. Should we assimilate into it or put up walls and withdraw, or can we find a balance between the two? This lecture was delivered at the 2th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)
A century ago, Jewish immigrants arrived on these shores in quest of hope and opportunity. Along the way, they lost much of their Jewish identity
Rabbi Dovid Eliezrie (72)