Project Likkutei Sichos

Learn a sicha of the Rebbe from Likkutei Sichos with Rabbi Ari Shishler.

Rashi explains why Moshe forgot a relatively straightforward law, and the Rebbe develops the theme with a magnificent insight. Learning Likutei Sichos vol. 13, Pinchas (sicha 1)

Rashi insists that the Torah delineates Israel’s borders to teach us about Mitzvah observance. The Rebbe derives from this an empowering message for our personal growth. Learning Likutei Sichos vol. 13, Massei (sicha 2)

Rashi identifies two key roles that the tribe of Levi played in the Sanctuary. The Rebbe extracts an empowering life-lesson for us from this teaching. Learning Likutei Sichos vol. 13, Bamidbar (sicha 2)

Why does the Torah tell us to “remember the Shofar” on Rosh Hashanah? An analysis of Rashi’s commentary. Learning Likutei Sichos vol. 12, Emor (sicha 2)

Shabbos is a weekly rest, while Shemittah is agricultural pause every seven years. Together, they teach us how a Jewish person should engage the world. Learning Likutei Sichos vol. 12, Behar (sicha 1)

Rashi draws our attention to a nuance in the text that highlights why Moses could save the whole Jewish nation from G-d’s wrath, but not the twelve spies. A lesson in the importance of a Moshe figure. Learning Likutei Sichos vol. 13, Shelach (sicha 2)

Rashi insists that the town of Timna was perched on a mountainside, which teaches us an important lesson about spiritual growth. (From Likutei Sichos vol. 10, Vayeishev sicha 2)

How does Rashi know that Joseph wanted the Egyptians to circumcise before he would give them food? And why did he need them to do so, anyway? (From Likutei Sichos vol. 10, Mikeitz sicha 2)

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.

In tribute to the legacy of Lord Rabbi Jonathan Sacks of blessed memory, chief rabbis from around the world deliver classes based on Rabbi Sacks’s rendition of a sicha of the Lubavitcher Rebbe on Parshas Vayechi. The source text is from Likkutei Sichos vol.10, Parshat Vayechi. This sicha is being studied worldwide by Project Likkutei Sichos—an initiative to facilitate the learning of the sichos of the Rebbe.

Learning Likutei Sichos vol.14 parshas Va’eschanan (p.12) for an analysis on the conclusion of the tractate and specifically about tying an impermanent knot on Shabbat.

Learning Likutei Sichos vol.11 parshas Beshalach (p.63) for an analysis on the conclusion of tractate Eruvin and specifically about carrying beyond the Techum.

Learning Likutei Sichos vol.11 parshas Bo (p.42) for an analysis on the conclusion of tractate Pesachim and specifically about redeeming the first-born son.

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.