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Maimonides’ Universal Acceptance 11 Nissan, 5745 • April 2, 1985
The universal acceptance of Maimonides is evidenced by his headstone, which is engraved with the words “From (the first) Moses to Moses (Maimonides) there arose none like Moses.” Watch (6:00) |  |
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Maimonides’ Precision 26 Adar I, 5752 • March 1, 1991
Maimonides used three distinct signatures depending on the subject matter of the writing. From this, one can learn of Maimonides’ extreme attention to detail. Watch (1:36) |  |
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Maimonides – A Light Unto the Nations 11 Nissan, 5745 • April 2, 1985
Maimonides is celebrated as a master of Jewish law and philosophy. Not only do we learn from his scholarly writings, but from the life he led as well – a life dedicated to the physical and spiritual welfare of all people. Watch (8:52) |  |
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Leadership Despite Opposition
There are many similarities between Maimonides and the founder of Chabad Chassidism. Their most well-known works bear striking resemblances. They both faced extreme opposition to their teachings, yet the opposition fell away. Watch (6:33) |  |
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Conclusion of Rambam 20 Tevet, 5749-1988 This week we conclude the 21st study cycle of Maimonides.
The Rambam compiled the Mishna Torah, is a summary of the entire Torah and many generations of codifications and commentaries. The Rebbe then teaches the Last Halacha, concluding the Rambam. Watch |  |
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Maimonides - Not for Scholars Only 12 Sivan, 5744 · June 12, 1984
Since Torah's practical laws are relevant and comprehensible by Jews of all backgrounds, all Jews should unite through Torah, by studying the same subject in Torah at the same time. Watch (7:46) |  |
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Daily Study of Maimonides 25 Iyar, 5747 • May 24, 1987
The Mishneh Torah serves to guide all Jews through the intricacies of Jewish observance. It is not geared for scholars alone. It guides “small and great alike,” as they pursue their life tasks. Watch (6:53) |  |
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Farbrengen: 11 Nissan 5745
This farbrengen was held on the Rebbe’s birthday in 1985 and also marked the first Siyum Harambam, the closure of the yearly cycle of studying the Mishneh Torah, the magnum opus of Maimonides. Watch (1:33:22) |  |
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Knowledge of G-d 11 Nissan, 5745-1985
On the 15th of Kislev of this year, we conclude the 20th study cycle of the Rambam’s Mishneh Torah. At this Farbrengen, the Rebbe recites a “Hadran,” explaining the conclusion and the beginning, and the connection between them. Watch |  |
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Studying Rambam 25 Tishrei, 5751-1990 - 5 Cheshvan, 5752-1991
The Rebbe is presented with a Kapach edition of the Rambam. The Rebbe thanks the compilers, and requests to receive the future volumes as well. As for a recommendation-letter, use the one that was sent for the first volume. Watch |  |
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Who Can Be My Mentor? Purim, 5747 • March 15, 1987
The Talmud teaches: “A mentor must be like an angel of G-d.” In his code of Jewish law, Maimonides offers a clue to the conduct of an angel. Watch (5:07) |  |
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Souls on Fire
By Moshe New“Yom Kippur is a time of teshuvah (repentance) for all.” Examine this puzzling passage from Maimonides and gain insight into the special nature of this holy day. 3 Download Listen (54:26) |  |
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Torah Business Lessons 23 Adar, 5750 • March 20, 1990
Maimonides rules that the single action of a single person has the power to redeem the entire world. It is analogous to a balance sheet in business... Watch (7:48) |  |
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A Torah of Peace 20 Menachem Av, 5741 • August 20, 1981
Maimonides states that Torah was given, “only to bring peace to the world” – “Her ways are pleasant ways, and all her paths are peace.” Division can never lead to peace. Watch (6:37) |  |
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Kabbalah E = mc²
By Nissan Dovid DubovThe reason that G-d had to conceal the infinite power in order to create the world. What is the foundation of all foundations and the pillar of all wisdom as Maimonides sees it. Download Listen (1:13:11) |  |
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