Marriage - Videos

We’ve heard a lot about a match made in heaven, but what are the real ingredients for a healthy and happy marriage?

The paradox: while G-d is absolutely One, He nevertheless has an overwhelming desire to engage in a relationship with mankind. Understanding this paradox is at the root of free choice and human responsibility, and is the key to healthy marriages that last a lifetime.

Some well-meaning folk believe that a little bit of experience in romantic relationships is a good preparation for marriage. The Torah teaches that it’s the single worst possible preparation. (“Parsha Perks” with Dr Michael Chighel | Chayei Sarah)

What are the key elements to maintaining a strong and loving bond with your spouse?

A hilarious and depth-filled talk on the true meaning of marriage and relationships according to the Torah and Kabbalah.

Discover the five key ingredients for a healthy and happy marriage. Rabbi Avraham and Mrs. Goldie Plotkin draw on the Torah’s timeless wisdom and their decades of experience in marriage counseling to demonstrate what’s essential for successful relationships.

Why does passion fade over time? Is there anything that can be done about it? Rabbi Raskin suggests ten practical rules that will improve your marriage.

How couples can build the kind of life together where both will give and receive the maximum amount of love.

Americans are a society of people who "love to love." But is love itself a value?

Today more than ever, there are “emotional energy leaks” vying for our attention and time, that damage the special bond we are supposed to have with our mate. How can spouses make sure they are cherishing each other properly?

“Relationship Rabbi” Chay Amar explains to Jewish singles why you never really know yourself until you get married.

In today’s day and age, we have become quite accustomed to upgrading our material standard of living. But what about upgrading our relationships with our family members? What are the “little improvements” that can make a world of difference for spouses, parents and children?

How two people can come together to create a new entity while remaining individuals.

How the giving of the Torah forever transformed the nature of marriage and simultaneously the relationship between G-d and His people. (Likutei Sichos vol. 39, Ki Seitzei: Sicha 3)

Learning to accept (yours and others’) imperfections, flaws and deficiencies.

It's no secret that relationships need navigation; join us as we sit with Rabbi Ari Laine as he guides us through this road. Rabbi Ari Laine serves as the Chief Ashkenazi Rabbi in Panama and the Author of the book: 'GPS for a Happier Marriage'.

Attachment Theory provides insights into different "attachment styles" of individuals and how couples can create and sustain closeness and intimacy.

The Talmud says, “One who dreams of a river, a kettle and a bird will have a happy marriage.” What do these three symbols represent, and what can they teach us about the methods by which couples can increase intimacy?

After becoming observant in college, Rabbi Meilech Leib DuBrow asked the Rebbe about marrying someone whom he had known during his student years. In an unusually long audience, he received the answer to his question, as well as advice on the basics of a Jewish marriage. (1971)

In 1950, Rabbi Leibel and Thirza Posner became engaged to be married. The Rebbe, who was yet to officially accept leadership of Chabad after the passing of Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak Schneerson, granted them a private audience. During the meeting, the Rebbe shared with them the secret of what makes a marriage so special.

“This will be a receptacle for G-d Almighty’s blessings, for the preparation of the wedding itself.” (Collage)

The Rebbe shared with a bride and groom the kabbalistic reason why weddings are joyous occasions.

A simple seeming conversation between a matron and a Talmudic sage reveals a beautiful lesson in marriage.

The word selfless is accurately put. We will never entirely obliterate the self. We can continuously make our lives less and less about self. While it may seem counterintuitive, this is also the path to greater happiness.

What is the secret to bringing love and harmony into the home?

Why do we break a glass and shout “Mazal tov!” at the end of a Jewish marriage ceremony?

We all tak about it; but what is it? What is the science of attraction? What does a man truly find irresistible about a woman? Can attraction only be about the continuation of our species?

So often we are dissatisfied in a relationship. Why can’t they just this or just that? Listen to this crazy story, and learn how to stop blaming them and start taking responsibility yourself.

What comes first, love or marriage? The Torah reframes the meaning of love.

A conversation between an ancient Roman noblewoman and a Talmudic sage about making matches.

Q&A with Rabbi Simon Jacobson on the Jewish perspective on relationships and marriage, from an event hosted by Met@Chabad, which educates and facilitates dating and marriage with Jewish values for young Jews.

Powerful Torah tools for strengthening marital relations, fortifying emotional fidelity, refining communication skills and strengthening mutual respect and acceptance.

The secret that the Torah shares with us about men and women is that they are not brought closer through physical attraction.

Relationships seem to be an enigma. Uncovering the quintessential relationship between G-d and man, which mirrors our very own marriages, sheds light on this most challenging topic.

The different spiritual make-up of men and women illuminates their respective roles in a healthy relationship.

At the 23rd anniversary of the University of Pittsubrgh Chabad House, Rabbi Manis Friedman expounds on the organization's motto: "The warmest place away from home." What is a home and why does having one touch us so deeply?

On Yom Kippur and the 15th of Av the maidens of Jerusalem would go out to its vineyards where young men had gathered, like them, to find their partner in marriage. There the maidens would dance wearing borrowed white gowns. This class addresses the spiritual dimensions of this sublime encounter.

A deeper look at the biblical story of how the prophet Elisha saves an impoverished widow and her sons from the clutches of a merciless creditor.

A deeper look at some of the unique components of the Jewish wedding ceremony, and insights on the special mitzvah of marriage.

Explore the inner meaning of the husband’s three obligations to his wife as prescribed in the Torah.

Jewish mysticism teaches that marrying a soul mate is far deeper than just meeting your destiny. Discover the ultimate meaning of soul mates.

Why is the bride’s face covered? Why does the groom really smash the glass? And why does everyone dance in circles? And more!