Re'eh Videos

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

Itche, Jono, and all of their friends act out different ways of giving charity.

Judaism teaches us to be optimistic and positive, to highlight what we have rather than what is lacking. But here’s one time when this attitude is absolutely destructive.

When giving charity, clearly one should give wholeheartedly and pleasantly. But how critical to the mitzvah of tzedakah is the manner in which it is given? Maimonides and Rashi offer differing views. This class analyzes their positions and reveals the essence of charity. (Likutei Sichos vol. 34, Sicha 2)

There is a specific commandment to "rejoice on your Holidays." How does one get into the joyful holiday spirit?

There is comfort that comes from above, and comfort that comes from each person’s own heart. Each has a distinct advantage. Is there a way to have both?

Study some of the highlights of the weekly Torah portion with insights from various commentaries.

The parshah of Re’eh contains 126 verses, and the mnemonic for it is the word Peliyah (wondrous). Explore the coded message in this Masoretic note and its connection to the general themes of the Parshah.

Is our relationship with the Torah in the form of seeing or listening?

Only if amibition is accompanied by integrity are we assured against deception.

A stick man has a decision to make.

Jerusalem belongs to the holy geography of the Land of Israel. Jerusalem is also to be found outside the Land of Israel, outside geography.

In relationship and commitments, things that used to be exciting and come easy, after time become burdensome and difficult. A nuance in the Torah related to tithing offers insight.

We’re inspired by ambitious people. But ambition that isn’t backed by strong values can be dangerous.

It is so common for people to feel insignificant. As one of 7 billion, does my choice have any impact? Does it make any difference? Moses addressed this issue over 3,300 years ago.

The paradox of this world is illuminated in the mitzvah of Sukkah.

In verse 12:17, the Torah says: "You cannot eat within your cities the tithe of your grain...or any of your vows that you will vow..." Rashi clarifies that it does not mean "you cannot" but rather "you are not allowed to." What is the difference between being able and being allowed to do something?

What is the purpose and function of prophecy, and could there be prophets today? Understanding the mitzvah to listen to Torah true prophets and the significance of prophesy.

Rashi analyzes various occasions where the Torah says “You may not”, comparing when this implies a prohibition. We learn a fundamental philosophical insight into Torah law along the way.

When the Torah instructs us to give charity, it uses very specific words, to convey a profound message on what giving is all about.

Does G-d ever dish out bad things?

Is the Beis HaMikdash holy because Hashem chose to make it holy, or do we add any value?

Does the Torah expect us to give severance gifts to employees when they leave? How much wisdom is a teacher required to share with a student? All of this can be derived from the mitzvah to gift one’s servant when they are freed.

The Rambam calls the laws of the Holy Temple, Hilchos Beis HeBechira, which means the laws of the chosen home. This teaches us something significant about the nature of the Beis HaMikdash, in contrast to the Mishkan in Shiloh.

The Rambam details how the area of the Beis Hamikdash was not flat; rather it was built on the elevation of the mountain, consisting of different levels of elevation (unlike the Mishkan, which was one flat level). This speaks to the heart of what it’s all about—elevating the world.

When the Torah says you're "unable", but means you're "forbidden" to do something—understanding Rashi’s interpretation.

Based on an analysis of Deuteronomy 13:5 -- "You shall follow the L-rd, your G-d, fear Him, keep His commandments, heed His voice, worship Him, and cleave to Him."