Why is the story of Avraham’s sacrifice at the Akaida so fundamental to Judaism? There were countless other historical sacrificial events that were to a large degree even greater. In this shiur we will discuss why the Akaida was truly unique and the impact it had on the Jewish nation. From volume 20 sicha 3

The Torah’s first mention of Avraham was G-D asking him to leave his present home and move to the promised land. Why was this seemingly ambiguous conversation their first interaction? Why doesn’t the Torah relate all the great deeds that Avraham did prior to this episode? How this episode epitomizes the uniqueness of a Jew. From volume 25.

During the time of Noach, the Mabul (great flood) completely obliterated everything. As horrible as that was, Kabbalah and Chassidus sheds an extremely positive light onto the Mabul and it’s ultimate purpose. More specifically, through the lens of the Mabul, the Alter Rebbe gives great insight into the purpose of parnassa (livelihood) related challenges. Even more importantly, we discuss how to overcome these anxieties, and reveal the great good behind it.