Weekly insights on the Torah Portion
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Insights into the weekly Torah portion
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The Parsha Podcast with Rabbi Yaakov Wolbe was started in 2016 with the goal of making the weekly Parsha accessible and useful. Every Sunday, the Parsha Podcast will feature an hour-long podcast outlining the story, narratives and major themes of that week’s Parsha and offer a selection of valuable and interesting insights from it. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, two more episodes that focuses on one idea, theme, or comment on the Parsha will be released. Please send comments or questions to rabb ...
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Have you ever wanted to learn about the weekly Parsha(Torah Portion) in a practical and applicable way? To gain insights and clarity on the Parsha of the week. Join Rabbi Shlomo Kohn weekly as he brings out ideas from the Parsha that every person can relate to. His style is clear, concise, and easy to listen to. Subscribe to the Practical Parsha Podcast.
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Podcast by Matan: One on One Parsha Podcast
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A refreshing and clear review of each Parsha in the Torah presented by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe
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I will be sharing my insights into the parsha every week to help guide you.
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10 interesting points about the weekly Parsha/Torah reading: what does it mean? What are some lessons it teaches?
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Into the Verse is dedicated to bringing you Torah that is timely and relevant to your life. Using the parsha and the Jewish calendar as inspiration, this podcast is filled with rich and uplifting insights based on analysis of the Hebrew text itself. Take a listen and enjoy! Into the Verse is a project of Aleph Beta, a Torah media company dedicated to spreading the joy and love of meaningful Torah learning worldwide. For our full library of over 1,000 videos and podcasts, please visit www.ale ...
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In 15 minutes of less, Rabbi Shaffer of the Pikesville Jewish Congregation, shares a summary of, and insight into the Parsha.
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Modern Innovation vs. Ancestral Wisdom (Parsha Power: Toldos)
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Join us as we explore the timeless values and ethics rooted in our heritage through the lens of this week's Torah portion of Toldos. We reflect on the lineage of Isaac, the son of Abraham, and discuss how connecting with our ancestors' teachings can guide us in today's fast-paced world. Amidst the rapid advancements in technology and science, we ex…
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Open Doors to Divine Assistance Through Giving (Parsha Power: Vayeira)
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Have you ever wondered why we often promise to give more when we have more, yet fail to act when the moment arrives? Join us as we unravel the profound lessons from Abraham's story, where true generosity shines through personal pain and adversity. Despite recovering from circumcision, Abraham eagerly welcomed guests with open arms, illustrating tha…
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Our Parsha features two very different twins. After decades of infertility, Isaac and Rebecca are blessed with twins, identical twins the Sages emphasize, who could not be more different: Jacob dwelled in the tents of Torah, eventually becoming the third and final Patriarch of our nation, and Esav was a man of the field, a trapper, a hunter, a bloo…
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Building a Strong Spiritual Future (Parsha In-Focus: Toldos)
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Imagine for a moment, if every good deed you did was a deposit into a spiritual retirement account, a 'spiritual 401K', storing up your connection with God for the future. That's the fascinating concept we'll be uncovering today, rooted deeply in the story of Jacob and Esav, and their debate over the value of a birthright. We'll dissect their story…
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Parshas Toldos-Being Yourself-Rebroadcast
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In this week's episode of the Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn discusses how we learn from Yitzchak be become yourself. How we must all learn to find ourselves and not just follo the crowd. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use the…
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1.6 Parshas Toldos Review: The Tale of Two Nations
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This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 1.6) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Toldos offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. This episode is dedicated in honor of Michael & Linda Friedberg who have been solid stalwarts of TORCH and its mission! 00:00 Parsha Summary 8:15 Important Lessons Segment Download & Print…
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In Parshas Toldos we meet twin boys that are polar opposites: Esau, beloved by his father Isaac, is a man of the fields; while Jacob is loved by his mother Rebecca and prefers to dwell in the tents of scholarship. These two children will spawn nations and ideals that diverged from each other even before they were born. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –…
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Everything ... EVERYTHING is for the Good (Parsha Power: Chayei Sara)
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What if every challenge in your life was actually a hidden blessing? Join us as we explore Parshas Chayei Sara, examining the intriguing layers of Sarah's life as depicted in the Torah. We delve into the seemingly redundant phrasing within the scriptures and discover the profound insights it unveils about the nature of Sarah's journey. With Rashi's…
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Episode 192 - Parshat Toldot: A Portrait of Yitzchak
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In this conversation with Rabbanit Debbie Zimmerman, she paints a sensitive and nuanced portrait of our most understated patriarch, Yitzchak. While some describe Yitzchak as passive and a dutiful follower of Avraham's theological revolution, in this episode we meet an attentive and serene depiction of Yitzchak's life stories.Our Breishit series tit…
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The Big Pictureبقلم Ari Goldwag
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Transformative Power of Righteous Companionship (Parsha Power: Lech Lecha)
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Unlock the secrets of faith and success as we explore Parsha Lech Lecha, offering timeless lessons on trust and the uplifting influence of righteousness. Discover how Abraham's unwavering faith in divine guidance not only shaped his own destiny but also impacted those around him, like his nephew Lot. By associating with wise and virtuous individual…
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Ep.107-Parshas Chayei Sarah/Dinner Speech-The 1% Changes
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In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses the concept of 1% changes. He gives over the speech tha the gave at the dinner that he was honored at as well as an idea on the Parsha. He brings out from the Parsha how we need to give importance in life to things that are truly important. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comme…
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Unlocking Divine Messages in Everyday Life (Parsha Power: Noach)
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Discover the hidden messages in your everyday life and unlock a deeper connection with the divine. Our latest episode promises to transform your understanding of the seemingly mundane experiences that surround you. By exploring the timeless story of Noach through Rashi's insightful lens, we uncover the profound purpose behind God's detailed instruc…
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Chayei Sarah – Reverse Repentance
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Sarah was Abraham’s life partner. She was his superior as a prophetess. She accompanied him in all his journeys. In the aftermath of the Binding of Isaac, she died. How did the Binding contribute to her demise? What exactly was Saran’s role in orchestrating her sudden death? In this Parsha Podcast we explore the very interesting phenomenon of “acts…
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The Truth Will Set You Free (Parsha Power: Bereishis)
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Discover the timeless essence of truth embedded in the Torah as we explore its foundational aspects, beginning with the often-neglected Bereishit. This episode promises an enriching journey into understanding truth as a vital component of both our spiritual and everyday lives. We delve into the significance of the Hebrew letters Aleph, Mem, and Taf…
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Embracing Jewish Pride (Parsha In-Focus: Chayei Sara)
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Discover the true power of Jewish pride as we passionately discusses how the Jewish people should take ownership of their heritage and their unique relationship with God. Listen in as we use the example of Abraham purchasing the land of Chevron to illustrate how we can elevate physical objects to serve a spiritual cause. We encourage our listeners …
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Some of the highlights of this week’s parsha: Immediately after the Binding of Isaac, Sarah passed away at the age of 127, and soon afterward Abraham had to procure a burial spot for her. In addition, Abraham sent his trusted confidante, Eliezer, to his hometown to find a spouse for Isaac. – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – DONATE to TORCH…
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Parshas Chayei Sarah-Rebroadcast 2023
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In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast, Rabbi Kohn learns an important lesson in listening from the story of Abraham and Efron the Hittite. How Abraham knew how to hear what was really being said and read between the lines. He also discusses the Midrash from this week's Parsha which says that "the conversations of the servants of the Patriachs is …
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1.5 Parshas Chayei Sarah Review: Life Lessons from Abraham and Sara
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This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 1.5) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Chayei Sarah offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. This episode is dedicated in honor of Tom & Bobbi Asarch who have been solid stalwarts of TORCH and its mission! 00:00 Parsha Summary 15:00 Important Lessons Segment Download & Print…
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Episode 191- Parshat Chayei Sara: The Qualities of Rivka
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In this conversation with Rabbanit Rachel Weber Leshaw, we discuss Rivka's entry into the family and how her qualities make her a fitting life partner for Yitzchak.Our Breishit series titled, ‘These are Our Heroes’ explores the highs and lows of our greatest biblical figures.This week's episode has been sponsored by Barbara and Joel Rich to mark th…
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Cataclysmic World Eventsبقلم Ari Goldwag
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Ep.106-Parshas Vayaira-Living For The Greater Good
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In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses a powerful lesson from the weekly Parsha about how we need to look at ourselves. That it always more important to bring about "kavod shomayim"(honor of heaven) even at the expense of our own honor. Because we are not here for just ourselves. He also talks about how we learn a lesson from Avraham to serve …
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Vayeira – Five Languages of Laughter
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Isaac is the most mysterious of the forefathers. His storyline does not have the same rich and dramatic narrative as Abraham and Jacob. What lessons we are supposed to learn from Isaac is an equally confounding mystery. In this very special podcast, we explore a fascinating motif that recurs throughout the Parsha: laughter, and suggest that there a…
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Vayeira – The Struggle Is Real (5783)
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How do we respond when we are faced with challenges? What are we supposed to think when the path before us seems unsteady and laden with dangers? Our Parsha contains some of the most memorable and iconic stories of the whole Torah. It begins with the single greatest documented episode of hospitality, and it ends with the greatest test ever foisted …
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In this week's Practical Parsha Podcast Rabbi Kohn discusses the only way one can have moral clarity. The true way to know if something is wrong or right. Through the lessons of Avraham we see how we can make sure we are on the right side of history. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@g…
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The Depths of Wickedness and the Light of Kindness (Parsha In-Focus: Vayeira)
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Are you aware of the profound acts of kindness demonstrated by Abraham and his steadfast connection with God? Push your understanding of history and spirituality to new depths as we explore this intriguing topic. Together, we unravel the symbolism of the sun at its brightest and its connection to the time of Mashiach. We also delve into the ten tri…
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1.4 Parshas Vayeira Review: Reflecting on Abraham's Trials and Triumphs
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This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 1.4) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Vayeira offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. This episode is dedicated in honor of Yehuda Noach Wolbe upon his upcoming Bar Mitzvah! Mazal Tov! 00:00 Parsha Summary 15:00 Important Lessons Segment Download & Print the Parsha Review …
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This week’s parsha features several iconic episodes: Abraham was visited by God as he was recuperating from his circumcision, and concurrently engaged in superlative kindness with three angels masquerading as pagan travelers; Abraham was informed that the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah were about to be destroyed and was unsuccessful in interceding on…
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Episode 190- Parshat Vayera : A Portrait of Sara Imenu
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In this probing conversation with Michal Porath-Zibman, we discuss the highs and lows of Sara's life with particular focus on her absent, yet resounding, presence in the story of the binding of Yitzchak.Our Breishit series titled, ‘These are Our Heroes’ explores the highs and lows of our greatest biblical figures.This podcast has been dedicated by …
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Smashing Idolsبقلم Ari Goldwag
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Ep.105-Parshas Lech Lecha- Mastering Our Emotions
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In this week's epispode Rabbi Kohn discusses how we can learn from Avraham how we deal with emotion. Is it okay to feel our feelings? He also discusses how we need to look to the stars as Avraham did to gain his optimism. To be persistent and realize that nothing is impossible. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments pl…
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Lech Lecha – Abraham’s Fellow Travelers
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Abraham seems to always be journeying. In last week’s Parsha he traveled from his birthplace of Ur to Charan. This week the Parsha begins with Abraham’s journey to Canaan. He traveled there with his family, he traversed the land in every direction; and when famine strikes, he went down to Egypt and returns. Abraham’s journey is more than being abou…
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Lech Lecha – A Lot of Testing (5783)
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Abraham was the most consequential human in all of history. He began the process of fixing the world and humanity. Amid a cesspool of idolatry, Abraham emerged as a beacon of faith. When the entire world had forgotten about its Creator, Abraham restored faith in God to the world. Our Parsha follows Abraham in his journey. How did the son of an idol…
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In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn discusses how we learn an important lesson on dedication from Lot. How the challenge of following G-D is not when it is easy but rather when it is hard. Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail.com.To listen to Rabbi Kohn's other podcasts use these link…
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A Journey of Blessing (Parsha In-Focus: Lech Lecha)
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This episode is a transformative journey that promises to enrich your understanding of the Torah portion, Parsha's Lech Lacha. Get ready to draw valuable life lessons from the faith of Abraham and the courage he showed when following Hashem's command. Our exploration takes us deep into the narrative, revealing the promise made by Hashem to bless th…
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1.3 Parshas Lech Lecha Review: Journey with Abraham
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This Parsha Review Podcast (Ep 1.3) by Rabbi Aryeh Wolbe on Parshas Lech Lecha offers a refreshing, clear and concise review as he does for each Parsha in the Torah. This episode is dedicated in honor of David & Susan Marbin who have been solid stalwarts of TORCH and its mission! 00:00 Parsha Summary 15:00 Important Lessons Segment Download & Print…
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Parshas Lech Lecha (Rebroadcast)
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In this week’s parsha, Abraham is instructed to move to Israel, is given divine promises that he will be the father of many nations; his children will be as numerous as the dust of the earth and the stars of the heaven, a son Ishmael is born, and he is commanded to circumcise his foreskin and those of all males in his household. – – – – – – – – – –…
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Planting a Righteous Worldبقلم Ari Goldwag
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Ep.104-Parshas Noach-Who Do We Really Want To Win
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In this week's episode Rabbi Kohn takes a lesson from the Parsha and applies it to upcoming current events, The US Election. He talks about how the Parsha gives us a correct perspective on whose leadership we want to be under. He also discusses a very powerful lesson on human physcology from the story of the Tower of Babel. Subscribe to The Practic…
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After spending a year in the ark, Noah and his family exited it to find an empty and desolate world. The sinners who dominated the world before the flood were gone as were basically everything else. The animals, not including token representatives of each species, were gone. The trees, the grass, the plants – everything was gone. Noah and his famil…
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Episode 189 - Parshat Lech Lecha: Avraham at War
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In this conversation with Dr. Chana Tannenbaum, we discuss the often overlooked story about the war between the kings (Br. 14) and what broader religious paradigms it reflects. Our Breishit series titled, ‘These are Our Heroes’ explores the highs and lows of our greatest biblical figures.To donate to Matan or sponsor a podcast episode visit the Mat…
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Noach – The Flood and The Fish (5783)
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The Flood was a disaster for all the Earth’s inhabitants, humans and animals alike. With the exception of Noah and his family and the animals safely housed in the Ark, all the land-based animals died in the Flood. But not the fish. The fish were completely unaffected by the Flood. The sources maintain that the animals had become corrupted in the ru…
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Parsha Focus: Noach - Obliterate the Evil
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Join us as we examine the morality of evil and its consequences in our modern world, using the narrative of Noach from the Torah as a lens. We reflect on why God decided to obliterate all life forms from the face of the earth, and why such an extreme action is deemed necessary in the face of evil. We grapple with the concept of how man's wickedness…
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In this week's podcast Rabbi Kohn talks about a fascinating Rashi on the Parsha which says that Noach "believed but did not believe". What does this mean? How do we understand this cryptic statement of Rashi and what lesson can we derive from it? Subscribe to The Practical Parsha Podcast. For questions or comments please email RabbiShlomoKohn@gmail…
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Episode 188 - Parshat Noach: On Feeling Flooded
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In this conversation with Dr. Mijal Bitton, we discuss Noach's emotional state after the flood and from where one can draw strength in hard times.Our Breishit series titled, 'These are Our Heroes' explores the highs and lows of our greatest biblical figures. To donate to Matan or sponsor a podcast episode visit the Matan Website's DONATE page: http…
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1.2 Parshas Noach Review: Noah's Enduring Legacy
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Join us on a captivating exploration of timeless narratives as we delve deep into the heart of the Torah's stories. We assure you, this journey will not only enlighten but also inspire you with the compelling tales of Noah and Abraham, their righteousness, the choices they made and the responsibilities they shouldered. Their stories illustrate fasc…
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