Bereishit Videos

Have fun watching an exciting puppet show for children and learn the parsha of the week with Rabbi Wagshul.

There’s only one way to transform the ugliest, nastiest, darkest gunk of this world: by letting it make you stronger. That’s when you’ve ripped off its mask . . .

There’s always a first time, but that can be kinda scary. Especially with a new device like a Parshafier.

Angelic intellects can perceive the sublime secret essence of each and every creature made by the Creator. And yet the human intellect can see even more.

“Who stole the cookies from the cookie jar? Was it me, no you! Couldn’t be. Then who?” This childhood ditty encapsulates one of life’s major issues. Do we admit our wrongdoings? Try to blame the other? How do we react to our failings? Learn why evading our own misdeeds can be so damaging and how we can move towards taking greater responsibility, react with greater integrity, and provide a safe haven of growth for others who err.

Do you have too much "stuff" in your life? Here's how to master your clutter without letting it master you.

Topics include: The Tree of Knowledge, the reincarnations of Cain and Abel and a hidden reference to Lilith.

Women are complaining to their husbands that they feel taken for granted. Men are complaining to their wives that they are constantly being criticized. The first passages of Genesis teach us how to overcome these common relationship problems.

In the first portion of the Torah, Adam and Eve receive the commandment to “be fruitful and multiply.” What are the parameters of this mitzvah today?

Rabbi Gordon shares five inspirational lessons we derive from the Torah portion of Bereishit.

Why is the very first letter of the Torah the second letter of the Hebrew alphabet? According to Rabbi Akiva, it hints to the special qualities of women as being the foundation for all human achievement.

How we serve as G-d's partners by using the physical world around us to serve a higher purpose.

The parsha of Bereishit contains 146 verses and the mnemonic are the names of the kings Amatzya and Chizkiyahu. Explore the coded message in the mnemonic and its connection to the general themes of the parshah.

Women often seek love and connection. Men often seek respect and appreciation. Embedded within the Torah is advice on how to create a successful relationship.

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

The book of Genesis relates that on the fourth day of creation G-d created the two luminaries; the great luminary, the sun, to shine by day, and the small luminary, the moon, to shine by night.

Torah is replete with references about the special connection of the Jewish people to the Land of Israel. Yet Rashi, the foremost commentator of Torah, sees it in the very first words of the book of Genesis: “In the beginning G-d created the heavens and the Earth.”

Exploring various interpretations of the light created on the first day and how it differs from the luminaries created on the fourth day of creation, with special attention to Rashi’s commentary as illuminated in nuances found in the manuscripts.

With the Great Flood the Almighty returned the world to its original state when "the spirit of God hovered above the waters". In analyzing a fascinating passage from the Midrash (Bereishis Rabbah 5:1) that speaks of 'mute inhabitants' and 'intellectual inhabitants', this class addresses one of life's big questions and offers a surprisingly refreshing answer. (Based on the Maamor Bereishis Boro 5727)

This commandment was addressed to both Adam and again to Noah and his offspring. More than just a repetition of a previous obligation, G-d reveals to Noah the extraordinary virtue of bearing many children. An analysis of Maimonides' treatment of the obligation to populate the world. (Likutei Sichos vol. 30)

Discover the mystical understanding and timeless significance behind the very first sin of man: eating from the Tree of Knowledge.

The first two Torah portions (B'reishis and Noach) represent two opposite models for life. The first begins happily but ends in turmoil, the second begins with difficulty but ends with success. The difference highlights the importance of hard work.

The first mitzvah in the Torah is to have children. This class examines details of this commandment and five levels of understanding.

The Torah, a book of Jewish law, starts with the account of Creation, so that we appreciate the spiritual purpose of life.

The first to be created was light, though it was subsequently hidden. Discover how this constitutes the purpose of creation.

Learn about the greatness of being human over angels, and how the Torah magnifies your potential.

A closer look at Cain’s mistake offers a lesson in the importance of making mitzvahs beautiful.

The narrative of creation is in essence a radical introduction to Torah, which is an instruction for mitzvah observance and Jewish engagement.

A fascinating analysis of Rashi’s commentary on Hashem’s decision-making regarding the flood.

How male and female beings were created, why they were last after the rest of creation, and how they resemble the Divine.

Why is the first vowel of the Torah a sh'va? Learn the inner meaning of its name, phonetic sound, and graphic design.

Four paradigms for the archetypical marital relationship are expounded from a single Torah verse.

Some people have argued that capitalism is legalized greed. Compassion for others is certainly a cardinal Jewish value; but do free markets run contrary to that ideal? What does the Torah say?

Someone who thinks he's G-d -- on a New York City subway (where else?)

What was Rashi trying to do with his commentary on the Five Books of Moses?

Professor Nathan Aviezer, offers a new and revolutionary approach, which is true to both tradition and science.