Re'eh Audio Classes

A five minute weekly Torah thought based on the teachings of Chassidut.

Experience the gems of the Parshah with the classic commentaries, and a kabbalistic twist.

An overview of the weekly Parshah, through the eyes of the many commentators, enriching your understanding of how our great history unfolded.

The Torah provides two signs to determine which animals are kosher: split hooves and chewing the cud. What is their spiritual message?

The five books of Torah are the blueprint for creation. Each Torah portion presents one dimension of the vast eternal plan. The Lubavitcher Rebbe in his talks revealed the theme of each portion. Presented here is a class on one of these talks.

A five minute weekly Torah insight based on the wellsprings of Torah and Chassidut.

“Oh every one who is thirsty, go to water” the prophet tells us. Simple advice, No? What is the lesson?

An in depth presentation of Chassidic teachings on the weekly Parshah.

An advanced presentation of Chassidic teachings on the Parshah.

Get a detailed overview of the weekly Torah portion sewn together with keen insights and timely life messages.

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?

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."

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

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

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?

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?

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.

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.

Did you know that while adults smile on average 20 times a day, children average 300 smiles a day! What is it about children that makes them so happy? And what is it about us adults that we tend to be filled with worry, concern and anxiety? A solution can be found in this week’s Torah portion. Enjoy this week’s story with a fascinated twist at the end that highlights this idea that if we are willing to let go and let G-d, we will lead a much happier, calmer life.

A journey through the weekly Torah portion briefly explaining the text in plain English—based on the commentary of Rashi.