This class begins with the fascinating literary excavation of the meaning and etymology of a single word, which ultimately provides profound insight into how...
Archive - 2017
The study of verses beginning with the Hebrew letter Tet, (which represents Tov = good) present King David ruminating on G-d’s goodness towards him, as well as revealing...
A fascinating peek behind the curtain on the biblical narrative of the outrageously salacious advances made by Potiphar’s wife as she lustfully attempted to seduce the...
See how the King’s love and friendship towards those who “fear Heaven,” in tandem with the kindness he sought from Hashem, serve as a profound testaments of selfless...
Chabad.org Videos, Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Talmud Shabbos
When Can’t You Get Fired Up?
Glowingly presented arguments on the holiday ban on burning. Bridging seemingly disparate Torah topics, the Talmud elegantly threads its jurisprudence about...
Arriving in Shechem, Dina ventured out to observe the local girls. She was abducted by the Crown Prince, who violently raped and abused her. Without seeking counsel, two...
Jacob’s carefully planned marriage is the only wedding party ever documented in the Torah. It ended up becoming an epic matrimonial mix-up, which surprisingly continues...
Revealing rhyme and reason of King David’s strange nocturnal schedule. On the most literal of levels, the strings of a decorative harp adorning his royal state bed would...
Time and again, the Sweet Singer of Israel was surrounded by bands of bad brothers; who attacked, overwhelmed and even plundered him. Remarkably, King David somehow...
Chabad.org Videos, Intermediate Talmud: Tractate Shabbat, Talmud Shabbos
Fired-Up Learning About Holidays
The Talmud continues its analysis of the Mishna by seeking additional sources for the ban on kindling contraband during festive biblical days – despite the permitted use...