Parsha of the Week: Noach

1. Noach

by Rabbi Avi Geller
Lecture is approx. 56 minutes.
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A description of this class from Aish Audio:

Rabbi Avi Geller’s series on the entire five books of Judaism is delivered with lively enthusiasm and humor. Each weekly talk is a whirlwind tour of all the events of that week’s Torah portion, plus major commentaries and explanations of fundamental concepts of Judaism.

2. Noach: A Tzaddik in His Time

by Kahn, Rabbi Ari
Lecture is approx. 49 minutes.
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A description of this class from Aish Audio:

Nimrod is the ultimate evil superpower. He uses any means to attain his desires. Nothing stood in his way. This sinister individual succeeded in unifying the masses to wage war against God. Learn more about how this evil incarnate institutionalized destruction of the world and what lessons can we draw from this today.

3. Noach: Different Strokes for Different Folks

by Wagensberg, Rabbi Abba
Lecture is approx. 88 minutes.
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A description of this class from Aish Audio:

The rainbow was bestowed upon the world at the end of Parshas Noach as a creation of striking aesthetic beauty… but the message it stands for is even more breathtaking. Climbing the spiritual ladder to reach G-d is a task that can be done in a number of distinct ways. Learning to appreciate the harmony inherent within the diversity of rainbow colors is a beautiful metaphor to appreciate the multiplicity of the individual paths available to each human being.

4. The Inclusiveness of Diversity

by the Rosh Yeshiva, Rabbi Yochanan Zweig
http://www.talmudicu.edu/
Lecture is approx. 45 minutes.
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5. If Family Needs It, You'll Do It

by the Rosh Yeshiva, Rabbi Yochanan Zweig
http://www.talmudicu.edu/
Lecture is approx. 42 minutes.
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6. Noach Worked In The World, Avraham Lived In It

by the Rosh Yeshiva, Rabbi Yochanan Zweig
http://www.talmudicu.edu/
Lecture is approx. 60 minutes.
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Holiday of Sukkos - Lectures and Music

1. The Essence of Sukkot

by Kahn, Rabbi Ari
Length of lecture is approx. 63 minutes
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At the end of days, the nations of the world will ask Hashem to test them. He will give them the mitzvah of Sukkah. Rabbi Kahn delves into the commentaries to pinpoint the essential difference between Jewish and non-Jewish thinking, and how the Sukkah plays a pivotal role in our general worldview. Also hear a breathtaking revelation of the centrality of Sukkot in the Biblical story of Jacob and Esau.

2. Succos: God’s Love and Protection

by Kirzner, Rabbi Yitzchak ztl
Length of lecture is approx. 90 minutes
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A description of this class as found on Aish Audio:

When your heart is hunting for a place to take refuge, there is no more welcoming place than the protective safety of the sukkah. This temporary outdoor dwelling is simultaneously a place of purity where we consummate our intimate bond of unconditional love between ourselves and G-d. Listen to how all these concepts merge as you take shelter in your booth under the stars.

3. Sukkos: Me, a Kabbalist?

by Wagensberg, Rabbi Abba
Length of lecture is approx. 95 minutes
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A description of this class as found on Aish Audio:

What are we really celebrating on Sukkos? How does the water-drawing for the Temple express itself in the simchas beis hashoeva (dancing ceremony) of today? How did the 'clouds of glory' elevate the Jews to an exalted status? Rabbi Wagensberg answers these and other mystical questions in his own captivating way.

4. Simchas Beis Hashoeva

by Weinberg, Rabbi Noah
Length of lecture is approx. 86 minutes
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A description of this class as found on Aish Audio:

How can one be commanded to 'be happy' during the Simchas Beis Hashoeva (water drawing ceremony)? What is there to be so happy about on Sukkos anyway? Rabbi Noah Weinberg explains the joy of this time and what we are truly able to achieve through this happiness.

5. Essence of Sukkot and Shmini Atzeret

by Weinberg, Rabbi Yaakov ztl
Length of lecture is approx. 45 minutes
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A description of this class as found on Aish Audio:

Each holiday is a reaction to an event that affected the reality of the Jewish people. As such, Rabbi Weinberg explains the deeper meaning of joy on Sukkot, and what is needed to attain this state of joy in our Sukkot booths.


Websites featuring Sukkos Music:

1. The Jewish National & University Library - SUKKOT AND SIMHAT TORA
Selected from the National Sound Archives Collections

http://jnul.huji.ac.il/dl/music/sukot/enter.html#1

2. Sefardi Pizmonim #1 - Adopted for Simchat Torah

Length is approx. 39 minutes
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Sefardi Pizmonim #2
For Shavuot and "Chatan Torah" on Simchat Torah
Length of lecture is approx. 39 minutes
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Parsha of the Week: Devarim - פרשת דברים

1. The Joy Mourning Jerusalem
by: by Rabbi Aryeh Carmell
Lecture is approx. 42 minutes.
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A description of this class as found on Aish Audio:

Rabbi Aryeh Carmell adds new insight and a different perspective to the weekly parsha.

2. Devarim
by Rabbi Ari Kahn
Lecture is approx. 49 minutes.
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A description of this class as found on Aish Audio:

Rabbi Ari Kahn probes issues and events within the weekly Torah portion. His unique insight adds an additional flavor to our familiar Bible stories. Drawing from midrashic and mystical sources, valuable lessons are brought to the surface from cryptic texts. His interesting perspective and inquisitive nature will open yet another door to your weekly parsha experience.

3. Devarim: Preserve His Dignity
by Rabbi Yerachmiel Milstein
Lecture is approx. 49 minutes.
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A description of this class as found on Aish Audio:

In his weekly Parsha talk, Rabbi Milstein learns from Moshe Rabbeinu how we can be more sensitive to the spiritual development of others. He itemizes the merits we need to speed up the final Beis Hamikdash, and describes how to improve our ability to show others the beauty of our rich heritage.

4. Parasha Devarim
by Rabbi Avi Geller
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Lecture is approx. 49 minutes.
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When Rabbis Disagree

by Rabbi Ari Kahn
Lecture is approx. 40 minutes.
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A description of this class as found on Aish Audio:

Does it make you uncomfortable when you hear about the many arguments Jewish scholars have? If they all agree there is one absolute truth, what could they possibly disagree on so intensely? Rabbi Kahn explores this controversial question and more to show us a new window for understanding the dynamic Jewish process of reaching the truth. A great talk.

The Strange Customs of Seder Night

"The Strange Customs of Seder Night" by Rabbi Ari Kahn - is taken from Aish Hatorah's Audio Website.

The description to this class is:

Why do we invite 'those who are hungry to come and eat' - in the middle of the seder? Why do we wash our hands during the seder - without reciting the customary blessing? And how can we be commanded to feel as though we personally left Egypt in a comfortable home instead of marching into the desert? Join Rabbi Kahn for answers to these and many other questions about the strange and unusual nature of the Seder night. A light and humorous talk with a lot of ideas for keeping the 'kids' awake and involved.

This is a very interesting class as Rabbi Kahn takes the "Strange Customs" and helps us to understand them.

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The length of this class is approximately 41 Minutes.

The Many Facets of Matza

This class "The Many Facets of Matza" is given by Rabbi Ari Kahn and also located at Aish Hatorah's Audio Website.

A very interesting class too. He explains what Matza is and more. From the Aish Audio description of the class: "If you thought matzah was just a flat, dried out, bumpy, boring piece of bread - think again. Rabbi Ari Kahn takes you down Matzah Lane to show you some of its many hidden wonders - between the holes. The first mention of matzah in the Bible defines its essence, and from there the lessons and wisdom begin to rise from this tasteless, but nourishing symbol of the Jewish Peoples Exodus from Egypt.

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The length of this class is approximately 47 Minutes.