Giving Up on Others Is Never an Option
When someone close to us is drifting from a spiritual or moral life, how far are we expected to go to help them? Through the Torah’s complex portrayal of Noach and a powerful debate in the Zohar, this class challenges us to think differently about responsibility, prayer, and the meaning of never giving up
How Your Worst Moments Can Lift You Higher
We all have parts of our story we’d rather leave behind. But on Yom Kippur, the Torah reveals something deeper: Even your lowest moments can become the source of your greatest growth. Discover the hidden message in the cloud of incense that rose in the Holy of Holies—and how it still speaks to us today.
How the Sound of the Shofar Speaks Louder than Words
Rosh Hashanah is more than a new year; it’s a wake-up call to reconnect with G-d. This class reveals how even a mitzvah done on autopilot can spark a profound connection.
When Doing the Right Thing Feels Like the Only Thing
When Doing the Right Thing Feels Like the Only Thing You believe in Judaism—but sometimes it’s hard to follow through. This class explores a surprising Rashi, a mystical take on first fruits, and a powerful truth: You already have all the motivation you need. You just have to tap into it.
G-d Loves Brute Commitment
This class explores how fulfilling mitzvot out of duty—without passion—still earns G-d’s favor and brings Divine blessing. Discover the power of simple, committed observance.
Choosing Trust over CertaintyWhat’s wrong with wanting to know what the future holds? This class explores the Torah’s directive to “be sincere with G-d”—to live with wholehearted trust rather than constant calculation.
Why Your Actions Are Bigger than YouIs what you do really just your business? This class explores a core Jewish idea: Our actions reflect not just on ourselves but on Torah, Judaism, and even G-d Himself. Looking at Rashi’s take on a historic oath, we’ll discover how personal conduct has communal and spiritual implications—and why that matters more than ever.
The Secret to Our Survival against All Odds
How have the Jewish people remained distinct despite centuries of exile and cultural influence? This class uncovers the deeper force that has preserved Jewish identity—a spiritual resilience implanted by Moses.
Stagnation, Even in Holiness, Leads to Regression
In life and in our relationship with G-d, progress is not optional—it’s essential. This class explores the deeper meaning behind Moses’s rebuke of the Jewish people for lingering at Sinai, and how this teaches us the necessity of spiritual growth and constant motion. Discover why the best time to move forward is always now.
When Leadership Means Feeling the Pain
Leadership isn’t about taking charge—it’s about taking on the pain of those you lead. Learn from Moses and the tribal princes how true leadership grows from empathy, not duty, and why genuine care always leads to action.
How the Everyday Connects Us to the Infinite
Daily rituals can feel like a grind, but what if they’re your bridge to the eternal? This class uncovers how the daily sacrifice in the Temple shows us that every moment holds a chance to experience G-d’s infinite light. No special occasion needed.
Why Letting Go Is the Ultimate Power
Strength is often seen as control, but Judaism defines it as surrendering to something greater. Balaam’s prophecy likens the Jewish people to unshakable mountains, rooted in ancestral strength. This class explores why true power lies in self-sacrifice and choosing holiness over convenience.
Forgiveness, Healing, and the Path to True Unity
Does forgiveness mean withholding punishment, or does it require something deeper? This class explores Moses’s response to the people’s rebellion, revealing that true forgiveness restores unity and helps others heal—just as G-d does for us.
Why Even the Wicked Deserve Our Love
Is there ever an exception to the mitzvah of loving your fellow Jew? This class explores Moses’s remarkable love for Dathan and Abiram—his lifelong adversaries—and what it teaches about seeing beyond faults to the hidden goodness in every Jew.
The spies feared that materialism would overwhelm the Jewish people, just as it had corrupted the fallen angels. But Caleb saw things differently. This class explores why our souls are stronger than angels—and how we can embrace the physical world without losing our spiritual identity.
When Doing a Mitzvah Feels Too Good to Miss
Why do Jews celebrate doing mitzvot: duty, tradition, or something deeper? This class explores the joy of fulfilling G-d’s will, inspired by those who refused to miss the Paschal offering. Discover how each mitzvah delights G-d and transforms our Judaism.
How a Fixed Text Reflects Our Changing Hearts
Jewish prayer is communal and fixed, but how can the same words express our unique and shifting needs? This class explores the Torah’s secret to personalizing collective prayer: by investing it with our individual experiences and emotions.
Why the Torah’s Teachings Never Expire
At first glance, some of the Torah’s teachings may seem outdated or irrelevant. But beneath their physical application lies an eternal spiritual truth. Explore how the Torah speaks across generations, revealing timeless lessons about the alignment of Heaven and earth and the enduring relevance of its wisdom in every age.
The Value of Imperfect Repentance
Is repentance still meaningful if we expect to falter again? This class explores the Torah’s nuanced view of partial repentance, showing how even imperfect regret holds value and can restore our discomfort with sin.
Real Change Can—and Should!—Be Uncomfortable
True goodness isn’t only about following your instincts—it’s about reshaping them. The Torah’s mitzvot of giving don’t just teach generosity; they force us to break our natural tendencies, surrender control, and give even when it’s uncomfortable. This class explores why real growth means going beyond what feels right and learning to do what is right.
