Are there any similarities between the major religions? Rabbi Pinchas Taylor unpacks this critical question, offering fascinating insights into Sin, Punishment, and the Afterlife.
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
What does Judaism say about becoming a millionaire or a billionaire? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
What positive lesson can we learn from the recent covid pandemic? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
What is the Jewish perspective on science? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Many Chabad Chassidim make it their mission to put Tefilin on as many nonreligious people as possible, including many who never put it on before and will likely not do so again. Does that one isolated Mitzvah really matter so much? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Is Judaism too focused on physical rituals at the expense of mindfulness and the inner experience? Why does a spiritual G-d care about physical deeds? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Manis Friedman (248)
I recently came across a verse in the book of Kohelet that states: “He who increases knowledge, increases pain”. So should I stop increasing my knowledge to avoid the pain? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
The glowing constellations in the night sky fascinate us. Many believe the stars and astrological signs influence life here on earth. Does Judaism believe in the zodiac? What’s the Torah’s perspective on all this? This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
My Rabbi advised me to go slowly and take baby steps on my path toward becoming Torah observant. Does this mean that I officially have permission not to keep a Mitzvah until I am ready for it? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Humanity has long looked up at the starry sky and asked, “are we the only ones?” Judaism believes that our planet is somehow special, but does that mean we don’t believe that aliens exist? Finally; the answers to all your extraterrestrial questions. This lecture was delivered at the 16th annual National Jewish Retreat
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
What is the difference between reality now, and how it will be after the redemption? Perception!.
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Were you someone else in a previous lifetime? Will you come back as your pet? A fascinating tour of the Jewish view on the mystery of reincarnation. 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 Pinchas Taylor (67)
The Talmud teaches that while most dreams are foolish, some contain truth. Learn how to tell the difference in this exploration of fantasies and nightmares. 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 Pinchas Taylor (67)
Why does G-d need angels, can't he do their job himself? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Was the tree of knowledge a setup, or was there a chance that Adam would have resisted the temptation? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Maimonidies states that our planet is geocentric, while science and most experts in the field maintain that it's heliocentric. Who’s right? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
On Sukkot we sit in huts to remind us of the Couds of Glory that G-d used to protect us in the desert. What's the connection? For more "Crossfire" questions, go to: torahcafe.com/crossfire.
Series: Individual Crossfire questions
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
How does Judaism view Islam and is there insight into G-d’s plan for the world in this religion’s development? In this enlightening lecture, Rabbi Pinchas Taylor describes Islam’s unique standing in Jewish tradition from a theological perspective. He maps out the history of Islam and compares the fundaments of faith and practice in the Jewish and Islamic religions
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Music is part of every aspect of life. Rabbi Pinchus Taylor delves into the spiritual aspects of music and how we relate to it. He brings an example of an Alzheimer patient who wished him Good Shabbos upon hearing the song sung Friday night before Kiddush. Music is one of the doors to the divine that are supplemental to Torah.
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
They told you it has no purpose but what does your spleen really do? Rabbi Pinchus Taylor cites sources from the Talmud and Zohar that point to the spleen as the source of laughter. What does laughter do for our health and emotions? Why do Jews specialize in comedy, satire and irony? This video gives the inside scoop on all aspects of humor and laughter in Jewish life and history.
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
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)
The Puritans seeking refuge from religious persecution likened themselves to the Jews fleeing Egypt. Rabbi Pinchas Taylor, with his familiarity with American history, traces the influence of Judaism on the actions and attitudes of our founding fathers. In addition he clarifies our obligations to our host countries and its leaders.
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Do we know the real us? Our physical existence is constantly changing and renewing, but the soul is constant. Rabbi Pinchas Taylor beautifully presents the concept of the body as a conduit for the soul. ► Part 2.
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Change sins to merits with one simple discovery. Through teshuvah, repentence, we can lessen past sins and even change some to merits. Rabbi Pinchas Taylor shows how science is coming to support different approaches to time and space, which have always been known in Jewish mystical literature. ► Part 1.
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
From ghosts to pumpkins to scary costumes, may Jews participate in the Halloween festivities and customs?.
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
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 Pinchas Taylor (67)
You know the old saw about how "dog bites man" isn't a story, but "man bites dog" is? Why is that true? Is it just because "man bites dog" is rare? In this video series, Rabbi Pinchas Taylor talks about free will, the defining feature of what it means to be human
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Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Astronomers have been watching TYC 8241 2652 1, a star in the Scorpius-Centaurus stellar nursery, for quite some time, comparing it to a "young sun." But in the past three years its dust cover has completely vanished, something scientists previously thought could only happen over the course of hundreds of thousands of years -- or even millions
Series: The Jewish Approach to Astrology
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
"Monday's child is fair of face; Tuesday's child is full of grace..
Series: The Jewish Approach to Astrology
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
SETI, the Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence, was founded in November of 1984, and began operation in February of 1985. They are looking for evidence of life in the universe by seeking out signs of technology. Some people think that if life is found on another planet, that would spell the end of organized religion
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Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor, in his engaging manner, presents general concepts of the paradox between the human perception of reality and the divine perception.
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
"Libras, your understanding is deeper than usual today, thanks to an influx of emotional intelligence that helps you see through other people's masks and barriers. Make the most of it!" Former First Lady Nancy Reagan is famous for her affinity for astrology
Series: The Jewish Approach to Astrology
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
In the Book of Samuel I, chapter 28, King Saul faces a monumental battle against the Philistines. He needs help beyond what his generals can tell him; he needs supernatural help
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
The Puritans believed in Divine Election and Predestination -- some people were just going to Heaven, no matter what, while others were headed the other way because that was just their fate. Judaism vehemently disagrees, elevating the importance of human free will as one of our foundational beliefs
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Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Series: Positive Thinking
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Series: Positive Thinking
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Series: Positive Thinking
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Series: Jewish Meditation
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Series: Jewish Meditation
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Series: Jewish Meditation
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Series: Jewish Meditation
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Series: Positive Thinking
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Series: The Power of Prayer (accompanying video)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Series: The Power of Prayer (accompanying video)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Series: The Power of Prayer (accompanying video)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
In this series, Rabbi Pinchas Taylor, delves into the essential nature of Jewish prayer. What is the purpose of prayer? When should I pray? What should be my state of mind during prayer? Who can pray? These questions and more are dealt with by Rabbi Pinchas Taylor in this first segment of his TorahCafe series on The Power of Prayer. .
Series: The Power of Prayer (accompanying video)
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Series: Dreams in Jewish Tradition
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Dreams in Jewish Tradition: Part 3.
Series: Dreams in Jewish Tradition
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)
Dreams in Jewish Tradition: Part 2.
Series: Dreams in Jewish Tradition
Rabbi Pinchas Taylor (67)