Judaism From Within
A tribute to the legacy of Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Why This Title? It was his motto ’sich selbst begreifendes Ju dentum ’, Judaism understood from within, a term that encapsulates Rav Hirsch’s approach of diving into the essence of Judaism, viewing it through its inherent structures rather than through external lenses. Under the ”Topical Resources” , you’ll find additional Topics
A tribute to the legacy of Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Why This Title? It was his motto ’sich selbst begreifendes Ju dentum ’, Judaism understood from within, a term that encapsulates Rav Hirsch’s approach of diving into the essence of Judaism, viewing it through its inherent structures rather than through external lenses. Under the ”Topical Resources” , you’ll find additional Topics
Episodes
Jan 1, 2019
Parshat Vaerah -\o Me As A Nation
Jan 1, 2019
Jan 1, 2019
6 min
This week, we discuss the name that G-d bestows upon us – He will make us “a nation” to Him. What exactly does this mean and how does this differ with all other religions and nations? And additionally, how does this statement show us our role in the world? Find out this week. Enjoy
Jan 1, 2019
6 min
Dec 27, 2018
Parashat Shemot - First Born
Dec 27, 2018
Dec 27, 2018
7 min
In this weeks section, Rav Hirsch focuses on the phonetic aspect of a word used by G-d to describe us, leading to deep and thought-provoking messages for us to take from. Enjoy.
Dec 27, 2018
7 min
Dec 20, 2018
Parshat Vayechi
Dec 20, 2018
Dec 20, 2018
8 min
For this week’s parsha, Rav Hirsch uses some out-of-place sounding words to teach us a lesson on prayer. Join us for the last Hirsch Podcast this series and be inspired!
Inwards facing
Dec 20, 2018
8 min
Dec 11, 2018
Parshat Vayigash
Dec 11, 2018
Dec 11, 2018
7 min
This week, we learn a fundamental insight in to the nature of the Jewish nation throughout history. Assimilation versus Segregation – which is truly better for us as a nation? Learn how Rav Hirsch teaches us this lesson in this weeks parsha, enjoy.
Dec 11, 2018
7 min
Dec 6, 2018
Parsha Mikeits
Dec 6, 2018
Dec 6, 2018
6 min
In this week’s Parsha, Rav Hirsch discusses some interesting wording concerning the birth of Yosef’s two sons – Menashe and Ephraim. See how the wording teaches us lessons valuable for our lives in the diaspora now.So valuable in fact, that we bless all our sons to be like Menashe and Ephraim still today. Enjoy.
Dec 6, 2018
6 min
Nov 29, 2018
Parshat Vayeishev
Nov 29, 2018
Nov 29, 2018
6 min
in this week’s Parsha, Rav Hirsch takes us to the root of the brother’s animosity towards Yosef. A commonly asked question, Rav Hirsch enriches us with a seldomly heard perspective, teaching us not only what happened then, but how a Jew views kingship in general. Have a wonderful Shabbos
Nov 29, 2018
6 min
Nov 15, 2018
Parasha Vayeitzei
Nov 15, 2018
Nov 15, 2018
7 min
In this weeks talk we sidestep a very central point of the stairway to heaven, and see how Rav Hirsch reveals to us deep insights into a seemingly insignificant matter – A statement by Yacove after his vision. Enjoy
Nov 15, 2018
7 min
Oct 18, 2018
Parshat Lech-Lecha
Oct 18, 2018
Oct 18, 2018
9 min
In this week’s Parsha, Rav Hirsch delves in to the dialogue between Hashem and Avraham, as He was commanding him about the Bris Milah. Through various wordings and phrases, we come to gain a profound insight in what it means to truly be part of the covenant of G-d. Enjoy
Oct 18, 2018
9 min
Oct 11, 2018
Nullifying yourself to the Collective
Oct 11, 2018
Oct 11, 2018
14 min
This week’s episode speaks about the idea of community – both the beauty in the collective striving for a greater good and its pitfalls. Rav Hirsch elaborates on the fine line which divides an institution that enhances every private persons life from a group spreading completely false ideologies. I hope you enjoy.
Oct 11, 2018
14 min
Oct 5, 2018
Parshat Bereishis
Oct 5, 2018
Oct 5, 2018
7 min
This week, we’ll discuss the Torah’s teachings on how to be a human being, created “in the image of G-d”. Additionally, we will delve into Rav Hirsch’s approach to education, and how at it’s very beginning, the foundation is to be set. Have a wonderful Shabbos.
Oct 5, 2018
7 min

Rabbi Simi Lerner
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