A Little Bit of Light With Rabbi Yisroel Goldstein

We all have difficulties in life, and that's how it's meant to be. Here are some parables to put them in perspective. 00:00 - Parable - "Why The Holocaust?" 04:00 - The word for "Test" 05:40 - Story - "Can you handle it?" 09:38 - Parable - "Fallen donkey" 12:41 - Conclusion - GOD suffers with us --- Watch the video version:  ⁠⁠⁠ https://youtu.be/568L...

Over the millenia, our hats have changed shape and form, but the reasons we wear them have always remained. Take a listen and find out the deeper meaning. 01:33 - Balance between worlds 04:01 - Why Jews are innovative 06:20 - Break free of limits 07:49 - Why the different shapes? 13:22 - Our uniform --- Watch the video version:  ⁠⁠ https://youtu.be/woiUw_YH5uo Available Everywhere:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Here's a story of how powerful Psalms can be. Whether we see results in this world or the next, don't miss out on this energy. --- Watch the video version:  ⁠ https://youtu.be/A4SsIXGPK8E Available Everywhere:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/YisroelGoldstein

In The Torah, GOD said "Stop" when there had to be boundaries. When we look at the Mezuzah on our doorpost, we are reminded of that, and we leave our "baggage" outside. 00:00 - When enough is enough 02:26 - Boundaries of the four kingdoms 08:36 - When GOD said "Stop" 12:12 - Leave our "baggage" behind --- Watch the video version:  https://youtu.be/yGKxr3DSwx...

Let's make 2024 different by creating a vessel for GOD's blessings to come to fruition. Decide your resolution in thought, confirm in speech, and actualize in action. 03:04 - "Where are you?" 04:12 - The Jewish New Year 06:11 - It's a vessel 07:36 - The 3 step process 09:50 - Resolutions everyday --- Watch the video version:  ⁠ ⁠ https://youtu.be/gbrjUY38tS0 Available Everywh...

We have our own Jewish New Year, but we actually do celebrate the new year of the nations as well. Psalm 87 states: "...GOD reckons by the scripts of the nations..." Which our rabbis interpreted to mean that GOD also reckons the civil calendar. Let's welcome in 2024 to be a year of peace and joy! --- Watch the video version:  ⁠ https://youtu.be/_NNAL1TFukM Available Everywhere:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

If GOD created everyone exactly as He knows is best, then we should recognize that "dis-ability" is actually "ability", but in a way that is harder to see. We all have our challenges, but also our strengths, and we can all succeed in making this world a better place. 00:00 - Why did GOD create it? 00:57 - We are limited 03:22 - Our two suitcases 07:28 - A special Bar Mitzvah 09...

What should our reaction be to hearing bad news? If everything is in GOD's hands, then why did He give us bad news? Here's a different perspective. 00:00 - How to react to bad news 07:25 - Is it "Bad" or "Sad"? --- Watch the video version:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://youtu.be/F2DfGi36xpY Available Everywhere:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/YisroelGoldstein

When Joseph reunited with his brothers who sold him into slavery, did he despise them for it, or did he recognize that it was part of GOD's plan? His reaction is a lesson for us all. 00:00 - The story of Joseph 05:07 - The lesson he taught us --- Watch the video version:  https://youtu.be/OxuOs7EWomA Available Everywhere:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/YisroelGoldstei...

GOD created us human beings with the ability to make friends. "It's not good for man to be alone." Let's strengthen our bonds, and stay connected. 00:00 - When GOD said "It's not good..." 02:00 - What "Friend" means 04:26 - Friendships require investment 06:50 - Friendship is like a tree 11:54 - How we'll make it to the end --- Watch the video version:...

In order to live in harmony together, we need a system where people know what's right and wrong, and to be held accountable for their actions. 00:00 - What are The Seven Noahide Laws? 05:39 - The seventh law List and explanations of all seven laws: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/62221/jewish/The-7-Noahide-Laws-Universal-Morality.htm ⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Watch the video version:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

If we realize that GOD is creating every situation as they happen, then there's no reason to worry, so let's turn the worry into hope. 00:00 - Is it ok to worry? 01:34 - What's the alternative? 03:49 - The two voices inside us 06:10 - "This too is for the best" 07:17 - Story 09:04 - The lesson for us --- Watch the video version:  ⁠⁠ https://youtu.be/IVPsXnUpxk0 Available Ever...

GOD has given us the gift of intimate relationships, and the miracle of offspring. It's our responsibility to respect marriage. 00:00 - What are the 7 Noahide Laws? 06:57 - The sixth law List and explanations of all seven laws: ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/62221/jewish/The-7-Noahide-Laws-Universal-Morality.htm ⁠⁠⁠ --- Watch the video version:  ⁠⁠⁠ https://youtu.be/XWB9InC...

GOD created givers and receivers. If you have the ability to give, cherish it, and share with others. And GOD promised: "The more you give, the more you get. Test me." --- Watch the video version:  ⁠ https://youtu.be/y1TZrBiUPKM Available Everywhere:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/YisroelGoldstein

What's mine is mine, what's yours is yours. It's easier said than done, but it's a bit easier when we understand that our income is preordained by GOD in advance. 00:00 - How to prevent world war 3 04:03 - The Fifth law 07:14 - Parable of the horse 08:36 - There's enough for everyone 10:45 - Make a vessel 11:52 - GOD will provide List and explanations of all seven laws: ⁠⁠ http...

Why is there a controversy about whether Israel can defend itself? Sure, murder is prohibited, but when there's a deadly enemy sworn to wipe us out, it's our DUTY to eliminate the threat. --- Watch the video version:  https://youtu.be/QgspWb_stGE Available Everywhere:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/YisroelGoldstein

When languishing in prison, this Jewish boy realized his fellow inmate was more depressed than usual. His caring words paved the way for all Jewish People, and indeed, humanity. --- Watch the video version:  ⁠⁠ https://youtu.be/q-8_R_Az3zk Available Everywhere:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://linktr.ee/YisroelGoldstein

GOD gave us permission to eat meat, but only if it's done right. In this fourth law applicable to all mankind, an animal must be completely dead before we begin taking off a limb. Just as we cannot hurt a person, we cannot cause suffering to animals. 00:00 - What are the 7 Noahide Laws? 03:03 - The fourth law List and explanations of all seven laws: ⁠ https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo...

It isn't only in The Ten Commandments, but rather every single person has the obligation to value life. Why is it that we're forbidden to murder? List and explanations of all seven laws: https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/62221/jewish/The-7-Noahide-Laws-Universal-Morality.htm --- Watch the video version:  https://youtu.be/-x_JXpDI-HA Available Everywhere:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Just like the flames of the Menorah, we each have a flame inside us. It's our responsibility to ignite the spark in our friends. Chanukah Guide: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.chabad.org/holidays/chanukah/article_cdo/aid/103868/jewish/How-to-Light-the-Menorah.htm ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Menorah Blessings: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.chabad.org/media/pdf/992/wbDh9922375.pdf ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Watch the video version:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://youtu.be/T...

Chanukah is all about miracles. Miracles didn't only happen in ancient times, but happen every day in the 21st century as well. Chanukah Guide: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.chabad.org/holidays/chanukah/article_cdo/aid/103868/jewish/How-to-Light-the-Menorah.htm ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Menorah Blessings: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.chabad.org/media/pdf/992/wbDh9922375.pdf ⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Watch the video version:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://youtu.be/peMGnZN...

On Chanukah, we celebrate the miracle of oil that happened over 2,000 years ago. Why do we still obsess over oil to this day? 00:00 - Oil's role in Chanukah 01:20 - The Assyrian-Greeks' plan 02:41 - The miracle of the oil 06:27 - The lesson of oil today 08:56 - We, too, have been crushed 10:21 - Let's light another soul! Chanukah Guide: ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.chabad.org/holidays/chanukah/arti...

Is Chanukah only a Jewish holiday? Why is Chanukah celebrated publicly, and what can we learn from that? Listen, and learn. 00:00 - Chanukah is external 03:02 - Chanukah is universal 08:42 - Lessons of Chanukah 12:39 - Publicize the miracle! Chanukah Guide: ⁠⁠ https://www.chabad.org/holidays/chanukah/article_cdo/aid/103868/jewish/How-to-Light-the-Menorah.htm ⁠⁠ Menorah Blessings: ⁠⁠ https://www.ch...

What is Chanukah all about, and what is the practical guide to celebrating it? Take a listen and find out. 00:00 - What is Chanukah? 05:38 - The miracle is relived! 07:34 - How to light the Menorah 13:12 - Chanukah traditions 16:25 - Let's do it this year! Chanukah Guide: ⁠ https://www.chabad.org/holidays/chanukah/article_cdo/aid/103868/jewish/How-to-Light-the-Menorah.htm ⁠ Menorah Blessings:...

With the war going on, is it appropriate to celebrate Chanukah this year? Listen to the miracles of Chanukah, and how it's relevant this year more than ever. 00:00 - The miracles of Chanukah 05:15 - Question: Why oil? 06:24 - Answer: Keep it pure 08:31 - How can we celebrate now? 10:31 - How to observe Chanukah 11:33 - This is how we'll be victorious! Chanukah Guide: https://www.chabad.org...