I Am a Chassidic Woman Singer
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Beautiful soul Ester has, lifted my spirits listening to her from my humble home in the U.K. I'm 81 years old and many lessons I wish I had learned. I am a Buddhist but loved to listen to her life experiences. Blessings and thank you again. Tessa. Reply
Wow! Chana, you have such courage doing these interviews and asking all those personal and hard questions in the most respectful manner possible.
And Esther, your words really inspired me. It’s not just your singing that inspires, but your words too. Especially since we can see that you’re talking from the heart. Wishing you much hatzlacha, gezunt and parnasa beharchova.
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Esther Freeman story is amazing!! How I wish that I grew up in a Chabad Hasidic home. I'm a artist, and I often speak to HaShem about the gifts He has given me, and usually asked Him what is the purpose in my life. I never wanted to participate in this world of art, I have always given my paintings away and never asked for payment. Today, by listening to Esther Freeman and how she realized that the talents HaShem give us in life are for a purpose. Reply
Thank you for the wonderful interview. Esther Freeman's voice is amazing! Reply
Thank you so much for watching and BH for the voice Hashem gave me. Reply
Esther you do have a lovely voice, but I have one question. Even if you label your music as for Jewish women only, if you post it to the Internet, who's to stop men and gentiles from listening anyway? Reply
That is a very good question. This is something I have spoken to Rabbonim at length about. The best answer for you would be to speak to your local Orthodox Rabbi. There are different Halachik parameters for everyone so I cannot make a blanket statement. Thank you for watching. Reply
I love the "anthem" song message - by conquering our world we conquer the world around us, just by being our healthy and true self, we can inspire without even trying, but just by being. This was personally eye opening of how to be a good mother, sister, friend, wife, etc. Reply
Dear Tamar,
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts on how you were inspired by the interview. I am so grateful you were able to glean helpful tips on how to be the best person you were created to be.
You're a Superhero!
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Esther Freeman stated that the Tora states "Kol Isha Erva..." That is not true. Nowhere in the Tora does it say that! There is an allusion in Shir Hashirim though but it is not explicit and the Rabbis infer from that that we should not listen to a woman's voice. I think that your speakers should be more accurate. Reply
Torah is a broad term that includes the oral Torah, i.e., the talmud. Reply
It seems as if you are differentiating between the Talmud as not being Torah . But she clearly says to ask a Local Orthodox Rabbi for more info and that she is not a leading authority on the matter. Reply
Jared, First of all, the Talmud is not considered part of the Tora--overall or not. It is the Oral Law. Not saying that it should not be adhered to but statements should be accurate. Reply
Hi Uri,
Thank you for your comments, it is so nice to engage in a discussion with someone from Jerusalem about Torah.
The Sages call the 24 books of the Tanach, the Written Torah or Torah Shebichsav,
And the Talmud as part if The Oral Torah, or Torah Shebaal Peh.
When someone says, "I am learning Torah", that is generally understood to mean studying either the written or oral Torah.
Respectfully,
Your friend Jared
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Dear Anonymous.
I never said that the Talmud was not part of the (Oral) law. That is based on someone putting words in my mouth. The only possible place that there is an allusion to a woman's voice is in Shir Hashirim, ironically. There it does not state that one should not listen to a woman's voice. That book is part of the Tanach but not the 5 books of the Tora. When Esther stated Tora she implied Tora only. Public speakers need to be explicit in what they say otherwise their words can be misunderstood. Be that as it may, there is no explicit
violation if one hears a woman's singing voice.
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Hi Ester,
Thank you so much for sharing your story. You have shared with us your wisdom and positivity with very simple and sincere words. I pray that Hashem protect you and your family and always give you happiness and strength to continue doing what you like to do. Maybe you could make an arrangement with the studio to let a man sing the songs you wrote .
Of course you will always have the author rights but in this way you can share your values with everybody.
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Hi Mark,
Thank you so much for watching and for the wonderful blessings. I have definitely thought about the idea of a man singing my songs and perhaps that may happen.
G-d bless you.
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Beautiful, Esther! Reply
Esther thank you for sharing your journey with us! You are strong and regal simultaneously.
Your dedication and commitment to what's true inspires me.
I cant wait to be at the concert with all women across the world Jewish or not! Its gonna be epic!! :)
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Esther you spoke so beautifully, comfortably and honestly. I really admire your perspective on life. Hashem should continue to bless you with only revealed good. Reply
"Wow, what an absolutely stunning interview, Esther! You truly radiate positivity and inner beauty. Your commitment to your values and integrity is incredibly inspiring. Watching this has motivated me to elevate my own levels of modesty and generosity. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and experience! Reply
I came upon this broadcast per chance or per synchronicity and it hit me like an arrow making its mark. I will definitely follow up and give charity in honour of this catalyst in my journey Reply
Thank You Esther and Chana. This was a treasure chest full of jewels. Crossroads, Modesty, Decisions, and making choices listening to the inner voice that aligns with Dignity and the vision we have for our self and the gifts Hashem has given us. This interview caused me to look inside, listen, and be grateful. Thank you both So much for sharing. Reply
Wow, beautifully spoken! Esther, you are such an inspiration to women all over the world. Reply
What an inspirational woman! Reply
WOW. WHAT A BEAUTIFUL REGAL WOMAN!!!