Reb Chaim's Shiurim

This week, we turn our attention to Maariv , the quietest and most mysterious of the tefillos. We explore its origin story — how a reshus became a chovah — and what that teaches us about our relationship to nighttime, uncertainty, and Divine closeness. From the Zohar’s cosmic framing of nightfall to the Avudraham’s pshat in hashkiveinu , we uncover how Maariv holds space for faith in the dark and...

This week, we’re unpacking the many layers of tzedakah as a core expression of Jewish identity and purpose. We explore how this powerful mitzvah reflect Hashem’s own hanhagah, how it impacts our souls and communities, and why it is so central to geulah. Along the way, we look at practical guidance on giving, bold claims about tzedakah ’s spiritual power, and timeless debates about what makes chese...

This week, we’re unpacking the many layers of tzedakah as a core expression of Jewish identity and purpose. We explore how this powerful mitzvah reflect Hashem’s own hanhagah, how it impacts our souls and communities, and why it is so central to geulah. Along the way, we look at practical guidance on giving, bold claims about tzedakah ’s spiritual power, and timeless debates about what makes chese...

This week, we’re unpacking the many layers of tzedakah as a core expression of Jewish identity and purpose. We explore how this powerful mitzvah reflect Hashem’s own hanhagah, how it impacts our souls and communities, and why it is so central to geulah. Along the way, we look at practical guidance on giving, bold claims about tzedakah ’s spiritual power, and timeless debates about what makes chese...

This week offers a thoughtful exploration of the laws and traditions surrounding mikvah immersion for men. We delve into a range of source texts—from the enactments of Takanas Ezra through the Rishonim's responsa and into the great Chassidic (and Misnagdic!) masters. We explore the concept of immersion, the benefits of Mikvah, when and how to immerse, and the practical kavanos to accompany the...

This week offers a thoughtful exploration of the laws and traditions surrounding mikvah immersion for men. We delve into a range of source texts—from the enactments of Takanas Ezra through the Rishonim's responsa and into the great Chassidic (and Misnagdic!) masters. We explore the concept of immersion, the benefits of Mikvah, when and how to immerse, and the practical kavanos to accompany the...

This week offers a thoughtful exploration of the laws and traditions surrounding mikvah immersion for men. We delve into a range of source texts—from the enactments of Takanas Ezra through the Rishonim's responsa and into the great Chassidic (and Misnagdic!) masters. We explore the concept of immersion, the benefits of Mikvah, when and how to immerse, and the practical kavanos to accompany the...

This week offers a thoughtful exploration of the laws and traditions surrounding mikvah immersion for men. We delve into a range of source texts—from the enactments of Takanas Ezra through the Rishonim's responsa and into the great Chassidic (and Misnagdic!) masters. We explore the concept of immersion, the benefits of Mikvah, when and how to immerse, and the practical kavanos to accompany the...

This week offers a thoughtful exploration of the laws and traditions surrounding mikvah immersion for men. We delve into a range of source texts—from the enactments of Takanas Ezra through the Rishonim's responsa and into the great Chassidic (and Misnagdic!) masters. We explore the concept of immersion, the benefits of Mikvah, when and how to immerse, and the practical kavanos to accompany the...

This week offers a thoughtful exploration of the laws and traditions surrounding mikvah immersion for men. We delve into a range of source texts—from the enactments of Takanas Ezra through the Rishonim's responsa and into the great Chassidic (and Misnagdic!) masters. We explore the concept of immersion, the benefits of Mikvah, when and how to immerse, and the practical kavanos to accompany the...

Join us on a personal journey into the multifaceted world of Torah study. We explore its intrinsic value—from being the wellspring of all goodness and even exceeding the merit of saving lives, as the Gemara teaches, to the practical halachic guidelines that shape our daily commitment to Talmud Torah as outlined in the Halachic codes. We discuss the concept of learning “לשמה,” exploring both its ac...

Join us on a personal journey into the multifaceted world of Torah study. We explore its intrinsic value—from being the wellspring of all goodness and even exceeding the merit of saving lives, as the Gemara teaches, to the practical halachic guidelines that shape our daily commitment to Talmud Torah as outlined in the Halachic codes. We discuss the concept of learning “לשמה,” exploring both its ac...

Join us on a personal journey into the multifaceted world of Torah study. We explore its intrinsic value—from being the wellspring of all goodness and even exceeding the merit of saving lives, as the Gemara teaches, to the practical halachic guidelines that shape our daily commitment to Talmud Torah as outlined in the Halachic codes. We discuss the concept of learning “לשמה,” exploring both its ac...

Join us on a personal journey into the multifaceted world of Torah study. We explore its intrinsic value—from being the wellspring of all goodness and even exceeding the merit of saving lives, as the Gemara teaches, to the practical halachic guidelines that shape our daily commitment to Talmud Torah as outlined in the Halachic codes. We discuss the concept of learning “לשמה,” exploring both its ac...

Join us on a personal journey into the multifaceted world of Torah study. We explore its intrinsic value—from being the wellspring of all goodness and even exceeding the merit of saving lives, as the Gemara teaches, to the practical halachic guidelines that shape our daily commitment to Talmud Torah as outlined in the Halachic codes. We discuss the concept of learning “לשמה,” exploring both its ac...

Join us on a personal journey into the multifaceted world of Torah study. We explore its intrinsic value—from being the wellspring of all goodness and even exceeding the merit of saving lives, as the Gemara teaches, to the practical halachic guidelines that shape our daily commitment to Talmud Torah as outlined in the Halachic codes. We discuss the concept of learning “לשמה,” exploring both its ac...

Join us on a personal journey into the multifaceted world of Torah study. We explore its intrinsic value—from being the wellspring of all goodness and even exceeding the merit of saving lives, as the Gemara teaches, to the practical halachic guidelines that shape our daily commitment to Talmud Torah as outlined in the Halachic codes. We discuss the concept of learning “לשמה,” exploring both its ac...

Join us on a personal journey into the multifaceted world of Torah study. We explore its intrinsic value—from being the wellspring of all goodness and even exceeding the merit of saving lives, as the Gemara teaches, to the practical halachic guidelines that shape our daily commitment to Talmud Torah as outlined in the Halachic codes. We discuss the concept of learning “לשמה,” exploring both its ac...

Join us on a personal journey into the multifaceted world of Torah study. We explore its intrinsic value—from being the wellspring of all goodness and even exceeding the merit of saving lives, as the Gemara teaches, to the practical halachic guidelines that shape our daily commitment to Talmud Torah as outlined in the Halachic codes. We discuss the concept of learning “לשמה,” exploring both its ac...

Join us on a personal journey into the multifaceted world of Torah study. We explore its intrinsic value—from being the wellspring of all goodness and even exceeding the merit of saving lives, as the Gemara teaches, to the practical halachic guidelines that shape our daily commitment to Talmud Torah as outlined in the Halachic codes. We discuss the concept of learning “לשמה,” exploring both its ac...

Join us on a Purim Marathon as we dive into each aspect of this awesome Mo'ed in Halacha and Penimiyus! Prepare for Purim like never before with a review of the key Halachos of each Mitzvah of the day along with deeper insights and Kavanos to accompany each experience. Source sheets: https://bit.ly/purim-5785

Join us on a Purim Marathon as we dive into each aspect of this awesome Mo'ed in Halacha and Penimiyus! Prepare for Purim like never before with a review of the key Halachos of each Mitzvah of the day along with deeper insights and Kavanos to accompany each experience. Source sheets: https://bit.ly/purim-5785

Join us on a Purim Marathon as we dive into each aspect of this awesome Mo'ed in Halacha and Penimiyus! Prepare for Purim like never before with a review of the key Halachos of each Mitzvah of the day along with deeper insights and Kavanos to accompany each experience. Source sheets: https://bit.ly/purim-5785

Join us on a Purim Marathon as we dive into each aspect of this awesome Mo'ed in Halacha and Penimiyus! Prepare for Purim like never before with a review of the key Halachos of each Mitzvah of the day along with deeper insights and Kavanos to accompany each experience. Source sheets: https://bit.ly/purim-5785

Join us on a Purim Marathon as we dive into each aspect of this awesome Mo'ed in Halacha and Penimiyus! Prepare for Purim like never before with a review of the key Halachos of each Mitzvah of the day along with deeper insights and Kavanos to accompany each experience. Source sheets: https://bit.ly/purim-5785