Learning Torah with Rabbi Sariel Malitzky

Why do some people have a minhag to give their children special treats on Rosh Chodesh? Why do some wear white shirts? And what is the special connection between women and Rosh Chodesh? In this shiur, we explore these interesting minhagim and the unique significance of Rosh Chodesh for women.

What requires sheimos, and what does not? In this introductory shiur, we explore the different categories of holy items and the distinctions that determine how each must be treated.

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The Mashgiach shares three powerful messages, drawn from the structure of Shemoneh Esrei and other halachos of davening, that teach us how to develop and strengthen our relationship with Hashem.

Why don't we approach Shabbos with the same intentionality and enthusiasm as we do the Yomim Tovim? Do we truly understand what Shabbos is and what makes it so special? Why does it matter that Hashem rested on Shabbos, and what does that have to do with us?

Is there a halachic issue with men wearing cologne? Does halacha distinguish between men and women when it comes to wearing fragrances?

What is the special connection between women and Rosh Chodesh? And how much do we really understand about the beautiful tefillah we recite each month when bentching Rosh Chodesh? Join us as we explore the unique relationship between women and Rosh Chodesh and discover the meaning, beauty, and powerful messages contained in this familiar tefillah.

We often think of Tefillah as our response to the challenges we face in life. But perhaps it's just the opposite. Maybe the challenges themselves are meant to bring us to Tefillah.

People who are very close to the President of the United States or to a king often feel as though they have everything they could ever need. Why is that? And how can we develop that same feeling of closeness, security, and contentment in our relationship with our King, Hashem?

Listeners pushed back! Is it really true that one recites a bracha on a borrowed tallis? Several listeners brought proofs that one should not. Who is right? I attempt to defend my position!

You hang your tallis on the hooks outside the bathroom. When you return, your tallis is gone, and someone else's has been left in its place! Can you wear his tallis or is that stealing? And if you are permitted to wear it, do you recite a beracha?

How can we access Tefilla if we just don't feel it?

The Mitzvah of Ner Shabbos is usually done by the woman in the house. Why is that? Why does her husband not do it? Does he have any role in the lighting of the candles? if yes, what?

We begin learning שבת מלכתא, the incredible Sefer by Rav Pincus about Shabbos!

We all set the table for Shabbos. But is it simply so we have a place to eat, or is there something much more meaningful? Why did the Arizal have specific requirements for the size and appearance of the Shabbos table? When should we set it? And who should be the one to set it? Let's transform our Shabbos by changing the way we set the table!

What more can we learn from the ויכוח of Tefilla? What does the Gemara mean when it says that if you daven and are not answered that you should daven again?

What is Tefilla? Is it the recitation of words? Clearly not! So, what is it?

Join us as we begin learning לקט רשימות , the shmuessen of Rav Nosson Wachtfogel zt”l, the longtime Mashgiach of BMG, on the topic of Tefillah.

What do we do when just aren't feeling it?

How do the 19 Berachos of Shemona Esrei connect to the Mishkan and the Beis Hamikdash?

Why do we take the Daled Minim? What is the point? Why on Sukkos?

How is Shevet Binyamin being called זאב יטרף a bracha? How does that connect to Tefilla?

Why do we sing a happy and upbeat tune before doing viduy? That seems so off and misplaced. What is the role of Viduy? How do we avoid becoming depressed or broken after all of the Viduy?

Charatah, regret, is a critical component of Teshuvah. But regret can be uncomfortable and, if not approached properly, can lead to sadness and heaviness. How can we experience sincere regret in a way that builds us and propels us forward, rather than weighs us down?

Why was Noach unable to save his generation? In what zechus were the Jewish people saved during the Purim story? And what can we do to save ourselves from the challenges and troubles we face today, both as a nation and as individuals?