Rabbi Zushe Greenberg
682 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsRabbi Zushe Greenberg of Solon Chabad gives a weekly Torah class.
Homepage Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Episodes
Torah Class - Parshat Noach: Judging People The Right Way
October 15, 2023 14:32 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBTorah Class - Parshat Noach: Judging People The Right Way When are we to say the truth about people’s behavior? And what is the connection to our soul? A powerful lesson from Noach, Moshe and Rashi. Click here for the class handout
God’s Mission Statement (Parshat Bereishit)
October 15, 2023 11:48 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBGod’s Mission Statement (Parshat Bereishit)
Torah Class - Sukkot: What Arouses Joy?
September 27, 2023 01:40 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBTorah Class - Sukkot: What Arouses Joy? Why is Sukkot the most joyous holiday? Is it related to agriculture and economics or perhaps to our failures? The happiest Sukkot in Jewish history. Click here for the class handout
The Fatal Hubris (Yizkor-Yom Kippur)
September 26, 2023 17:29 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBThe Fatal Hubris (Yizkor-Yom Kippur) Before the Yom Kippur war, the Israeli government was very hubristic about their abilities. What changed? And what gave them the ability to ultimately win the war?
Diplomatic Immunity (Kol Nidrei/Yom Kippur)
September 26, 2023 17:23 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBDiplomatic Immunity When the synagogue reaches Aleinu, everyone breathes a sigh of relief. How did it suddenly end up in middle of High Holiday Musaf? (Kol Nidrei/Yom Kippur)
The Secret For Good Memory (Rosh Hashanah)
September 20, 2023 21:51 - 14 minutes - 6.78 MBThe Secret For Good Memory The Holiday of Remembrance (Rosh Hashanah)
Torah Class - Tishrei: The Festive Journey
September 10, 2023 17:32 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBTorah Class - Tishrei: The Festive Journey The High Holiday season is a fascinating train ride with multiple stops at critical stations to accumulate the energy, guidance and inspiration we need for the year. Come along for the ride!
Thank You In Hebrew (Parshat Ki Tavo)
September 04, 2023 18:35 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MBThank You In Hebrew What’s the best language for it? (Parshat Ki Tavo)
Torah Class - Parshat Nitzavim-Vayelech: People Of The Book
September 03, 2023 15:16 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBTorah Class - Parshat Nitzavim-Vayelech: People Of The Book Who wrote the text of the Torah, and when was it dictated to millions of writers? The history of The Book. Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - 18 Elul: A Fiery Chariot To Heaven
August 27, 2023 14:35 - 55 minutes - 51.6 MBTorah Class - 18 Elul: A Fiery Chariot To Heaven The events of the passings of Elijah the prophet and the Baal Shem Tov offer insights into their lives' purpose and mission Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - Parshat Ki Teitzei: The Formative Years
August 20, 2023 14:19 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBTorah Class - Parshat Ki Teitzei: The Formative Years Elisha rebelled against G-d, but Rabbi Meir continued to study from him. How is this possible? A fascinating story with a critical lesson about children's education. Click here for the class handout
One Of Your Own (Parshat Va'etchanan)
July 31, 2023 16:52 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBOne Of Your Own How can we see eye to eye with those on the other end of the political spectrum? (Parshat Va'etchanan)
Torah Class - Parshat Eikev: Seventy Years Without Praying?!
July 30, 2023 14:38 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBTorah Class - Parshat Eikev: Seventy Years Without Praying?! What is prayer all about? What should a person who lacks nothing pray for? An exploration of the four rungs of the prayer ladder. click here for the class handout
Torah Class - Va’etchanan: Chasing The Lost Ark
July 23, 2023 17:10 - 56 minutes - 52.6 MBTorah Class - Va’etchanan: Chasing The Lost Ark Was the Ark taken into captivity, or buried in a Temple Mount tunnel? What did the Rebbe say to someone searching for the Ark under the mountain? A fascinating journey through history that sheds new light on the meaning of the Temple in our time. Click here for the class handout
Nothing Is Black And White—not Even Tisha B’av
July 23, 2023 12:28 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MBNothing Is Black And White—not Even Tisha B’av Politics seems to be always pulling to extremes. Is that a Jewish approach?
Where Is The Ark? (Parshat Matot -Masei)
July 18, 2023 00:53 - 13 minutes - 6.45 MBWhere Is The Ark? (Parshat Matot -Masei) Why are we so obsessed with the location of the Ark, and what does it tell us about the Jewish people?
Torah Class - Parshat Devarim: Explosive Potential
July 16, 2023 14:38 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBTorah Class - Parshat Devarim: Explosive Potential The golden calf, the translation of the Torah, and Shammai's "power grab". A historical journey through dramatic moments in our past, with a bold message for the present. Click here for the class handout
Why Is Everything A Competition (Parshat Pinchas)
July 10, 2023 15:18 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBWhy Is Everything A Competition Some people are naturally sharing, while others are intensely competitive. What about Moses and Joshua? (Parshat Pinchas)
Torah Class on Parshat Matot – Masei: Don’t Force It
July 09, 2023 14:28 - 56 minutes - 52.6 MBTorah Class on Parshat Matot – Masei: Don’t Force It Should you force the kids to go to synagogue? Strict parenting might produce quick results, but guiding with the powers of persuasion is more effective and durable. History proves it. Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - Parshat Pinchas: The Jewish Woman
July 02, 2023 16:43 - 59 minutes - 55.3 MBTorah Class - Parshat Pinchas: The Jewish Woman Intuition, devotion, and influence: the three defining feminine characteristics that are so important in our lives. Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - Parshat Chukat – Balak: The Talking Donkey
June 25, 2023 15:03 - 1 hour - 29.3 MBTorah Class - Parshat Chukat – Balak: The Talking Donkey An angel is blocking Bilaam's way, and his donkey rebukes him publicly. Why all the drama? A lesson about the meaning of punishment and the importance of every individual. Click here for the class handout
Psychological Space (Parshat Korach)
June 25, 2023 12:04 - 8 minutes - 4.19 MBPeople these days seem to think that our main focus should be on our own self-growth. What does the Torah have to say on the topic?
Torah Class - Gimmel Tammuz: The Ultimate Test
June 18, 2023 14:29 - 59 minutes - 55.2 MBTorah Class - Gimmel Tammuz: The Ultimate Test Historically, our nation's most transformative moments came as a result of persecution. In this foundational discourse, the Rebbe explains how today's freedoms set the stage for Judaism's most consequential test. Click here for the class handout
The Jewish Melting Pot (Parshat Be'halotecha)
June 12, 2023 14:31 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MBThe Jewish Melting Pot The vision of the Menorah - One Piece of Gold. (Parshat Be'halotecha)
The Window Towards Jerusalem (Shavuot 2)
June 12, 2023 14:27 - 10 minutes - 9.93 MBThe Window Towards Jerusalem Lessons from the world’s first Jewish statesman. (Shavuot 2)
Does G-d Really Care? (Shavuot 1)
June 12, 2023 14:25 - 13 minutes - 12 MBDoes G-d Really Care? Many young people believe in a higher power. But does that power care about how they live? What does Judaism have to say on the topic? (Shavuot)
Torah Class- Parshat Shlach: The Trauma Of The Spies And Its Lessons
June 11, 2023 14:15 - 59 minutes - 28.1 MBTorah Class- Parshat Shlach: The Trauma Of The Spies And Its Lessons Optimism isn’t naivety, the majority isn’t always right, and modernity isn’t an enemy. Lessons from the spies of Moses and Joshua.
Torah Class - Parshat Beha’alotcha: The Secret Of The Menorah
June 04, 2023 18:21 - 54 minutes - 50.7 MBTorah Class - Parshat Beha’alotcha: The Secret Of The Menorah The Menorah is one of the best-known Jewish symbols. prominent in the Temple and in the visions of the prophets. What does it symbolize?
Torah Class - Parshat Naso: The Best Blessing
May 28, 2023 15:03 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBTorah Class - Parshat Naso: The Best Blessing Can a blessing be too good? Can a Divine gift be diverted? If yes, is there any blessing that is impervious to all problems? Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - Parshat Bamidbar: A New Dawn Breaks
May 24, 2023 02:39 - 56 minutes - 52.5 MBTorah Class - Parshat Bamidbar: A New Dawn Breaks When we’re at our lowest point, we must look up at the pitch-dark heaven and remember: tomorrow the moon will shine again. Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - Shavuot: Loyalty In Marriage
May 21, 2023 14:32 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBTorah Class - Shavuot: Loyalty In Marriage The event of the giving of the Torah is considered a "marriage" between G-d and the Jewish people. What form of loyalty does this relationship require? Click here for the class handout
Are You “pretty Happy” Or “very Happy”? (Parshat Emor)
May 07, 2023 20:44 - 9 minutes - 4.51 MBAre You “pretty Happy” Or “very Happy”? The Wall Street Journal did a survey of happiness. Guess what they discovered… (Parshat Emor)
Torah Class - Parshat Behar – Bechukotai: All Or Nothing
May 07, 2023 14:35 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBTorah Class - Parshat Behar – Bechukotai: All Or Nothing If I can’t get it right, why bother? What do we do when the ideal is just not within reach? Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - Parshat Acharei - Kedoshim: Is There Life After Death?
May 01, 2023 17:07 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBTorah Class - Parshat Acharei - Kedoshim: Is There Life After Death? Will the vision of the resurrection of the dead in the Messianic era actually be realized? Who will be resurrected, and when? Answers to all the questions you wanted to ask about the resurrection. Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - Emor – Pesach Sheni: A Bug In The Divine System?
April 30, 2023 14:09 - 45 minutes - 21.4 MBEmor – Pesach Sheni: A Bug In The Divine System? Sometimes it seems like there's a bug in G-d's system. He commands us to do something, but makes it impossible to fulfill... Did anyone ever ask G-d this question? Click here for the class handout
It Won’t Happen To Me (Parshat Achrei-Kedoshim)
April 30, 2023 11:55 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBIt Won’t Happen To Me People tend to think that bad things will never happen to them. This Parsha teaches us how to handle the “Day After.” (Parshat Achrei-Kedoshim)
Torah Class - Sfirat Ha’omer: The Omer: A Chametz Transformation
April 16, 2023 15:52 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBTorah Class - Sfirat Ha’omer: The Omer: A Chametz Transformation Before Passover, we scrub our houses clean of all leavened bread. Yet, just a few weeks later, chametz becomes a most important element of the Holy Temple service. Why the transformation? What does it represent in the journey of the soul?
Passover All Year Long
March 31, 2023 18:44 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBPassover All Year Long When was chametz prohibited all year round, and what does it have to do with thanksgiving?
The TikTok Controversy (Passover)
March 28, 2023 13:44 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBThe TikTok Controversy (Passover)
Torah Class for Passover/Pesach: Will These Dry Bones Live?
March 26, 2023 14:42 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBTorah Class for Passover/Pesach: Will These Dry Bones Live? The Passover Haftarah relates an incredible vision of redemption: people rising from their graves, and a lamb and a wolf relaxing together. How and when will this happen? Has anything like this happened in the past? And what is Queen Cleopatra's connection to this? Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - 11th of Nissan: Choosing Wisely
March 19, 2023 14:48 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBTorah Class - 11th of Nissan: Choosing Wisely Idolatry seems primitive and ludicrous. Why are the Jewish people called “wise” on account of their choice to serve G-d? A fascinating discussion about the complexities of life and the courage to choose right. Click here for the class handout
Torah Class: Parshat Vayakhel-Pekudei: Jewish At Heart
March 12, 2023 14:25 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBTorah Class: Parshat Vayakhel-Pekudei: Jewish At Heart "I do mitzvahs without feeling," "I didn't have a choice" — does that count as a mitzvah? Does an unintentional transgression count? On Judaism's double standard on the importance of intent. Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - Ki Tisa: Witchcraft: Illusion Or Reality?
March 05, 2023 15:24 - 56 minutes - 52.4 MBTorah Class - Ki Tisa: Witchcraft: Illusion Or Reality? Can the forces of darkness actually create something? Is witchcraft a real phenomenon in our times? Click here for the class handout
Liquid Courage (Parshat Tetzaveh)
March 05, 2023 15:14 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBLiquid Courage (Parshat Tetzaveh) Why did Esther live undercover? What is the meaning of wine, wine, and wine again?
Torah Class - Purim: The Winning Argument
February 26, 2023 15:22 - 57 minutes - 53.3 MBTorah Class - Purim: The Winning Argument Why did Esther hesitate to petition Achashverosh to save the Jews, and how did Mordechai convince her to do it? An argument with an eternal message. Click here for the class handout
Torah Class - Parshat Terumah: Looking to Hire Temple Guards
February 19, 2023 16:32 - 56 minutes - 52.5 MBTorah Class - Parshat Terumah: Looking to Hire Temple Guards. An honor guard of Priests and Levites operated at the Holy Temple. Is the guard still required after the destruction of the Temple?
Youthful Heroism (Parshat Mishpatim)
February 19, 2023 16:19 - 12 minutes - 6.17 MBYouthful Heroism. Who Really Said “Naaseh V’Nishmah”? (Parshat Mishpatim)
The Convert’s Power (Parshat Yitro)
February 14, 2023 11:38 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBThe Convert’s Power Why is the story of Yisro so compelling? (Parshat Yitro)
Torah Class - Parshat Mishpatim: Alternative Justice System
February 12, 2023 16:12 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBTorah Class - Parshat Mishpatim: Alternative Justice System How could manna from heaven serve as forensic evidence in Moses's court, and how could lions participate in Solomon's judicial proceedings? The Torah is not in the Heavens! Click here for the class handout