Classes, Elul – Farbrengen, Elul 18 (Natick, MA)

This shiur explores the lessons of Parshas Noach: judging others favorably, the power of positive speech, and striving to be your best self in any generation. Drawing from Rashi, the Zohar and Chassidus, it finds the hidden goodness even in challenges. Based on Likkutei Sichos vol. 25, Noach 1 and …

This shiur explores why Shabbos is an exclusive gift to the Jewish people, the meaning of lo yishbosu for non-Jews, and how Torah empowers Jews to bring transcendence into nature. It also discusses the unique spiritual roles of Jews and non-Jews within creation. Based on Likkutei Sichos vol. 15, No…

This shiur explores the significance of Hashem's dual names—Elokim and Hashem—in the Torah, illustrating how compassion precedes judgment. Drawing on Rashi and the Rebbe, it examines lessons for leadership, the power of prayer to transform judgment, and how Torah chronology affirms faith in creatio…

This shiur explores Hashem's command to Noach, tzei min hateivah (Bereishis 8:16), and Rashi's note that the couples left the teivah together. Torah and tefillah are a refuge, not a place to stay; the Rebbe urged raising children physically and spiritually; and after Tishrei we bring holiness into …