Plant Charity and Harvest Truth: Identifying our Inner Yaakov

After she left a Christian cult, she reconnected with her boyfriend--now husband--and embarked on a life journey of sharing Judaism with others.

Marriage thrives on a healthy flow of giving and receiving. Drawing from the relationship between G-d and the Jewish people, this class explores how true receiving activates giving, and why the giver must first create safety and leadership. You’ll learn how a wife invites giving by becoming a willing receiver, and how a husband strengthens the relationship by initiating and leading with responsibility and respect. Like G-d, who gently asks to be welcomed, a strong marriage begins when both partners understand how to start the flow.

Sarah and Avi, with help from Mitzvah Bird, return a little lost challah to his home.

When it comes to educating young children, how could yeshivas or Jewish schools shut down for the summer?! Torah is our life-source, how can one stop learning for even one day of the year?!

Experience the miraculous exodus of the Jewish people out of the mighty Egyptian empire—in a unique, fun-filled (and educational) style!

The Talmud states that from the 15th of Av and onward, one should increase in Torah study (as the nights become longer). Why specifically at night?

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 181 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

Eli and Ezzy wonder what life would be like if they were still slaves in Egypt.

While Jono is looking for a new adventure, Itche realizes that his Synagogue is deteriorating. Hilarity ensues.

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

Take an exciting trip back in time to the court of King Ahasuerus and his beautiful Jewish wife Queen Esther as you watch the dramatic story of the Jewish victory over Persian persecution. (Please be advised this video may be too graphic for younger kids.)

Watch an art video showing how to make a beautiful painting of a Shabbat set of candlesticks, challah and a cup of wine.

Join a group of girls as they learn to bake Challah for Shabbat.

A virtuous heroine. A wicked villain. It’s the ancient, true story of Queen Esther, brought vividly to life in a delightfully educational way.

A song of hope, giving thanks for another day. In memory of my forever thankful friend Mendel Cotlar. (Composed, Lyrics & Performed by Mendel Lazaroff in loving memory of Mendel Cotlar, o.b.m.)

Feel the rhythm…hear the beat….and let your spirit get you jumping on your feet! Get ready to sing, dance and exercise together with Mendy and his friends in this exhilarating animated workout video for the whole family.

A brief video outlining some highlights of the life and legacy of the illustrious scholar, kabbalist and Soviet Jewish hero, Rabbi Levi Yitzchak Schneerson, father of the Rebbe.

Watch Dr. Shnitzel showing off fun science experiments for kids in honor of Lag b’Omer with CKids. Dr. Shnitzel's science show is filled with excitement, laughter, and edge of your seat entertainment.

Judaism teaches us to be optimistic and positive, to highlight what we have rather than what is lacking. But here’s one time when this attitude is absolutely destructive.

A taste of Shazak Parsha, where the weekly Torah portion comes alive! Geared for kids... Great for adults!

Itche, Jono, and all of their friends act out different ways of giving charity.

Judaism teaches us to be optimistic and positive, to highlight what we have rather than what is lacking. But here’s one time when this attitude is absolutely destructive.

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?

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?

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

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.

Is our relationship with the Torah in the form of seeing or listening?

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

A stick man has a decision to make.

Jerusalem belongs to the holy geography of the Land of Israel. Jerusalem is also to be found outside the Land of Israel, outside geography.

In relationship and commitments, things that used to be exciting and come easy, after time become burdensome and difficult. A nuance in the Torah related to tithing offers insight.

We’re inspired by ambitious people. But ambition that isn’t backed by strong values can be dangerous.

It is so common for people to feel insignificant. As one of 7 billion, does my choice have any impact? Does it make any difference? Moses addressed this issue over 3,300 years ago.

The paradox of this world is illuminated in the mitzvah of Sukkah.

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?

What is the purpose and function of prophecy, and could there be prophets today? Understanding the mitzvah to listen to Torah true prophets and the significance of prophesy.

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.

Does G-d ever dish out bad things?

Is the Beis HaMikdash holy because Hashem chose to make it holy, or do we add any value?

Does the Torah expect us to give severance gifts to employees when they leave? How much wisdom is a teacher required to share with a student? All of this can be derived from the mitzvah to gift one’s servant when they are freed.

The Rambam calls the laws of the Holy Temple, Hilchos Beis HeBechira, which means the laws of the chosen home. This teaches us something significant about the nature of the Beis HaMikdash, in contrast to the Mishkan in Shiloh.

Blessings for success in the practice of law. Every Jew has to prepare their case at this time to be presented before the Heavenly Court on Rosh Hashanah.

On Rosh Hashanah, we are reminded of the Jewish mother’s dedication and self-sacrifice in fostering our nation’s deep commitment to G‑d.

A deeper look into the meanings and customs of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year: From crowning G-d as our king to blowing the Shofar and dipping apple into honey.

If you had one wish to be granted by G‑d ... what would it be?

Watch these inspiring Rosh Hashanah and High Holidays videos and learn its traditions and meaning

That first day of school, your first job interview, your first day in your own home, the first day of the rest of your life...

What parent can resist the desperate cries of his or her child? The call of the shofar is our raw guttural cry to our Father in Heaven.

The meaning and symbolism behind the shape of the ram’s horn sounded on Rosh Hashanah.

How the simple sound of the ram’s horn on Rosh Hashanah represents a Jew’s heartfelt cry to G‑d.

What is the purpose of the Ten Days of Repentance? Is it a time of solemn introspection or a time of rejoicing? Guest Expert: Rabbi Manis Friedman. (From “Messages”—Season 4, Episode 25)

Understand the meaning and the structure of the Rosh Hashanah prayer services and "why we do what we do."

Rabbi Itche Kadoozy attempts to deliver a Rosh Hashanah message. 255 times.

Just a regular, run-of-the-mill Itche Kadoozy video about the meaning of Rosh Hashannah. Except with lots of bee jokes. Don't worry, we made the video and it still doesn't quite make sense to us.

How to prepare mentally and emotionally for Rosh Hashannah as the 48-hour period on which we connect to our "higher self" by crowning G-d as King.

Rosh Hashanah is not just the start of a new calendar year; it is the renewal of G‑d’s interest in our world that comes as a result of our accepting Him as King.

The Divine attribute of Malchut (Kingship) is described as the bridge between G-d's infinity and His presence within finite creation.

From the story of the prophetess Chanah, we learn the proper way to approach G‑d and express our needs. (A text-based discussion of the first chapter of Samuel I.)

Study the daily lesson of Sefer HaMitzvos for day 52 with Rabbi Mendel Kaplan, where he teaches the mitzvah in-depth with added insight and detail.

The prophet Isaiah declares: “Seek G‑d when He can be found, call to Him when He is near.” The Talmud explains: “This refers to the Ten Days of Repentance between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.”

This series examines three major themes of the days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur: 1) the coronation of G-d, 2) a time of judgment, and 3) a time for repentance.

Rosh Hashanah as the yearly coronation of G-d as king. First in a 3-part series about the High Holidays.

Rosh Hashanah as the yearly Day of Judgment. Second in a 3-part series about the High Holidays.

Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and the ten days in between are a time of "teshuvah" (returning to G-d.) Third in a 3-part series about the High Holidays.

G‑d is on the campaign trail to be crowned as King of the Universe again this year, and He wants your vote.

Joey and his pals find themselves stranded underwater just as Rosh Hashanah is about to begin!

Several times a year, the Rebbe would write a "michtav klali", a public letter addressed to "all sons and daughters of Israel wherever they may be." In this lecture, we review one of those letters, a Rosh Hashanah message from 1974

Rosh Hashanah is like brain surgery. Every little action can have an enormous impact.

The holiday of Rosh Hashanah marks the New Year, a time of renewal and change; yet the beginning of the yearly cycle also contains the polar theme of steadfast resolve and continuity.

On Rosh Hashana we read in the Haftorah about the birth of the prophet Samuel. Childless for many years, one year on Rosh Hashana, his mother Chana offered a prayer that elicited the Divine blessing resulting in his birth. The Talmud states that Chana's prayer is the model which all prayer aught emulate. This class will explain how to access the awesome power of prayer any time and especially on Rosh Hashana. (Likutei Sichos vol. 29, p.182)

Discover the layers of meaning in blowing the shofar on Rosh Hashanah, and how it elicits within G-d great pleasure.

A deeper look at the many reasons enumerated in the teachings of the Sages for shofar, and the underlying theme it conveys.

A rising performer, Deborah Jacobi pined for spirituality. A meal in a sukkah and meeting the Rebbe changed her course forever.

The Talmud states that from the 15th of Av and onward, one should increase in Torah study (as the nights become longer). Why specifically at night?

We all know that Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, but it’s really so much more than apples dipped in honey. Learn all about this profound holiday.

If the two tablets belonged to the nation as a whole, how could Moshe have the right to break them?

In the siyum and end of tractate Taanis, the Gemara encourages to increase learning Torah as the nights become longer. A closer look at the Rambam on meriting the crown of Torah, illuminates why learning Torah at night is transformative.

Tisha b’Av, the ninth of Av, is Judaism’s national day of mourning. Learn the history and significance of this tragic day, and how from the tragedy is planted the seeds of hope.

Hashem wants us to inherit Israel, do we? A deeper understating of Rashi’s commentary teaches us that when we rely on Hashem and declare that Hashem gave us Eretz Yisrael, we are protected and saved in a flash.

The Torah lists the 42 places where the Jewish People journeyed to in the desert. Why does the Torah refer to the destinations where they encamped as journeys? Learn a profound message regarding our mission to always travel higher.

The two tribes of Reuven and Gad asked Moses to stay in the land Trans-Jordon, where there is sufficient pasture for their flock. How were they different from the spies in not wanting to settle in the land of Israel? And why was half the tribe of Menashe

Dreaming of an incredible life can bring you a wondrous life. This is what radical commitment to Hashem looks like.

Does Teshuvah help if it's not altogether sincere? Learn a powerful lesson about teshuvah from the sons of Korach.

Like the story of Pinchas, almost everything in the world can be channeled for a positive or destructive objective. What is the barometer to know if it’s virtuous?

The Song of Songs describes four ways a husband relates to his beloved—each representing a distinct level of connection in marriage. This class explores calm love, passionate love, faithful attachment, and complete unity. You’ll learn that all four level

Why would a tzadik make a bracha that implies he doesn't deserve Hashem's blessings?

Why every Parah Adumah must link back to Moshe.

The Talmud is a repository of Jewish learning, tradition, and law, written in a blend of Hebrew and Aramaic.

Mendel was just seven years old when his father suddenly passed away, leaving behind four orphans. The Rebbe took a unique interest in the Scharf children, showering them with attention, love, and paternal concern – which we can all learn from. Watch Rabb

The individual who chopped wood in the desert and desecrated the Shabbos, ironically, was out to prove a point about keeping Shabbos. He demonstrated how though good intentions are wonderful, but action is the key.

The spies were deeply spiritual people with high ideals, yet they were misguided and missed the point. This leads to fascinating dive into the Rambam’s definition of attaining the ultimate level of love of Hashem. A lesson from the spies: The goal of Juda

When Moshe sent the spies, were they kosher? If not, why send them. If yes, why did Moshe pray that Yehoshua be save from their plans?

Rambam states that one of the core values of Judaism is the belief that Hashem empowers humans with prophetic ability. Then he details the qualities needed to access prophecy, which tells us what we need to believe about Nevuah.