Learning Likutei Sichos

We engage with Torah in three ways, the ultimate being to receive the gift of G-d’s wisdom.

Why does Moshe interrupt his recollection of the story of the spies to mention that he also could not enter the Promised Land?

What we can learn from the way in which Hashem spoke to Moses—with a booming voice that only he could hear.

What was the unique miracle of the plague of Arov (wild beasts), and what can it teach us about the uniqueness of being Jewish? A thorough analysis of Rashi’s commentary on inciting Arov.

G-d is our father. We are His firstborn. An analysis of the parameters of Pidyon Haben (redeeming the firstborn son), offers a powerful insight into how Hashem will redeem us. This sicha is a Siyum on tractate Pesachim.

This sicha is a Siyum on tractate Eruvin.

How do you explain Rashi's suggestion that even a good Egyptian deserves to be killed?

Why is the "Jewish servant" the first lesson after the Giving of the Torah?

Is Purim about physical salvation or spiritual connection?

The nuclear power of a Jewish soul, as reflected in the incredible story of the half shekel.

Does Judaism focus more on the now or on the future? Examining the two divergent views of Rabbi Yehuda and Rabbi Meir and their unique applications.

Why the leaders of the Tribes delayed donating to the Mishkan. A fundamental lesson in leadership.

Know your strengths, but remain humble.

The laws of sacrifices teach us that we really want to do what Hashem says, even when we don't.

The goal of Judaism is to make the most infinite Divine a comfortable, relatable reality.

Rashi offers a fascinating insight into how Moshe dealt with the passing of Aaron's two sons. The Rebbe derives a powerful lesson from it on what it means to be dedicated to Hashem.

Before they left Egypt, G-d got the Jews to break the laws of Torah to circumcise themselves at night. It was a momentous introduction to a completely supernatural Exodus.

Exuberant prayer can be misguided and we learn this from Rashi's insight into the anatomy of the ear.

A magnificent forum on tractate Yoma, which teaches about the unique status of the Kohen Gadol and a powerful insight into being Jewish.

Our choices, for positive or negative, impact the whole world.

Judaism divides life into two time zones, "body time” when we're meant to work within the world, and "soul time" when we're meant to transcend the world.

The law of the new grain teaches that spiritual growth starts with speaking your body's language and progresses to stimulating your soul.

By examining Rashi’s interpretation of the Kohen’s responsibility to safeguard his Kehunah (priesthood), we discover how spiritual health requires appropriate boundaries.

Who does the heavy lifting? How the Leviim achieved their status.

In examining the approach of Rambam, we discover two possible scenarios of the Sotah process.

Analyzing Rashi’s commentary on the juxtaposition of kindling the menorah to the tribal leaders inaugural gifts, and Aharon feeling left out. This illuminates Aaron's unique contribution to the power of every Jew.

Examining the unique elements of the Pascal Offering leads to a profound discussion into the two views on the balance of community and individual.

Be careful what you say. With best intentions, too much talk can cause great damage.

The debacle of the spies teaches us how Torah study should be focused on inspiring our deeds.

What to learn from Korach.