Rabbi David Kadoch

Finding Holiness

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The Finding Holiness podcast, hosted by Rabbi David Kadoch, offers listeners profound insights into Jewish thought and practice, connecting the spiritual with everyday life. Rabbi Kadoch delves into Torah teachings, Jewish traditions, and contemporary issues, exploring how to find sanctity and meaning in every aspect of life. Through engaging discussions and reflections, the podcast inspires a deeper connection to Jewish faith and values, guiding listeners on their journey to infuse holiness into their daily lives.

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Rabbi David Kadoch

Episodes

Ep. 129 Tazria/Metzora - Two birds and the strive for humility/wisdom 16.04.2021 38:25

Why does God give wisdom only to those who possess it? Why slaughter one bird and let the other free? Potent messages for Sefirat HaOmer and Matan Torah (adapted from R' Pinhas Friedman shlita) Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build entry doors that are built to last and prote...

Ep. 130 - The ”desire” that can’t be explained 16.04.2021 12:33

Tazria/Metzora Why does the woman bring a sin offering after childbirth? How are the Jewish people compared to the child-bearing woman? This recording is in lieu of the Shabbat morning derasha due to COVID-19 time constraints. (adapted from R' Eli Mansour) Support the Show.

Ep. 128 Pirke Avot 2:6 - Conquering Low Self Esteem 13.04.2021 33:29

based on the works of R' Abraham Twerski zt"l Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build entry doors that are built to last and protect your family. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support...

Ep. 127 - Moshe’s Pain 09.04.2021 6:41

Derasha for Parashat Shemini Based on the Ohr HaHayim HaKadosh Support the Show.

Ep. 126 Shemini - Creepy Crawlers and Number 150 09.04.2021 33:32

In this episode we will determine why the prohibition of eating insects is so crucial to our exodus from Egypt. Also, we will discover the reason Tehilim has 150 chapters. (adapted from R' Pinhas Friedman shlita) Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build entry doors that are buil...

Ep. 125 Pirke Avot 1:8 Disputes and Defending the Law 06.04.2021 40:29

In this episode we explore the greatness of Shimon ben Shetach and the unbelievable story that took place. We discuss the importance of defending the laws at all costs as well as seeking compromise to promote peace. Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build entry doors that are b...

Ep. 124 - The Ten Pieces of Hametz 25.03.2021 3:04

What the pieces of hametz really represent. Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build entry doors that are built to last and protect your family. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support th...

Ep. 123 - Seize the Moment 22.03.2021 3:51

A lesson from an old friend. Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build entry doors that are built to last and protect your family. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the Show.

Ep. 122 Vayikra - Man in the Middle 19.03.2021 41:13

Modern day man's journey towards attaining perfect faith and love of God. Powerful lessons from powerful words in the opening of Sefer Vayikra. (based on the works of R' Norman Lamm zt"l) Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build entry doors that are built to last and protect you...

Ep. 121 Selling Hametz - History and Application 17.03.2021 37:52

לעילוי נשמת יוסף עמרם בן אברהם שלמה אדרעי פניני הלכה - רב אליעזר מלמד Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build entry doors that are built to last and protect your family. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no ext...

Ep. 120 Vayakhel - Oneg Shabbat 12.03.2021 34:43

In this episode we compare the two commandments of Shabbat found in this week's parasha and the Ten Commandments and the fundamental difference. Also, trying to attain the level of R' Shimon bar Yohai. (adapted from R' Pinhas Friedman) Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build en...

Ep. 119 Kitniyot - A Halachic Analysis 09.03.2021 34:57

In this episode we find the roots to this long-standing custom among Ashkenazim and some Sephardic Jews. Plus, we discuss certain scenarios which would be applicable nowadays to all Jews. Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build entry doors that are built to last and protect you...

Ep. 118 Ki Tisa - Lessons from the Golden Calf 05.03.2021 40:59

Focusing on repentance anger, sadness and humility. With an excerpt from the Noah Elimelech zt"l. Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build entry doors that are built to last and protect your family. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may re...

Ep. 117 Hametz Mixtures - Sepharadim vs. Ashkenazim 02.03.2021 33:55

In this episode we tackle the major differences between Sepharadim and Ashkenazim regarding Hametz mixtures. We look at the quantity Hametz becomes nullified in, Hozer VeNeor and Noten Ta'am Lifgam. (based on Peninei Halacha) Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build entry doors...

Ep. 116 Purim Message 5781 26.02.2021 23:42

Live from the Purim Seuda. Support the Show.

Ep. 115 Purim - Discovering the Miracles Around Us 23.02.2021 44:20

In this episode you will discover how to make your Purim more meaningful by increasing your awareness of the miracles around us. (adapted from R' Elimelech Biderman shlita) Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build entry doors that are built to last and protect your family. Discl...

Ep. 114 Esther in Two - Part 11 - Two Sisters, One Mission 22.02.2021 2:00

Two minutes of insight exploring the Book of Esther Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build entry doors that are built to last and protect your family. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Su...

Ep. 112 Esther in Two - Part 9 - Haman’s Invitation 19.02.2021 1:55

Ep. 113 Esther in Two - Part 10 - The Height of the Gallows 19.02.2021 2:02

Ep. 111 Teruma - Lashon Hara and the ”Table” that atones for it 19.02.2021 40:09

In this class we explore the holy power of the "Shulhan" (table) and its effects to atone for the sin of Lashon Hara. We discuss and make sense of the famous Mishnah or R' Shimon bar Yohai. (based on the teachings of R' Pinchas Friedman shlita) Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we...

Ep. 110 Teruma - Allowing God to reside in me 18.02.2021 33:36

In this episode we discuss: "Throwing" our Trust in God Humility Becoming a personal Bet HaMikdash Influencing the entire world (based on the teachings of R' Elimelech Biderman shlita) Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build entry doors that are built to last and protect your f...

Ep. 109 Esther in Two - Part 8 - How can you fast for three days? 17.02.2021 2:16

Two minutes of insight exploring the Book of Esther. Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experience, we build entry doors that are built to last and protect your family. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. S...

Ep. 108 Laws of Purim on a Friday and during COVID 17.02.2021 50:08

Can you hear the Megila via Zoom? Should you give lots of Mishloach Manot? When should I have my Seuda? This and more discussed in this podcast. Following the discussion, a brief Q & A with the zoom attendees took place for further clarification. Ely's Fine Foods Serving the Toronto Jewish community for over 25 years. Experience the difference! Dorplex Entry Systems With over 30 years experien...

Ep. 107 Esther in Two - Part 7 - The Joseph Connection 16.02.2021 2:15

Ep. 106 Esther in Two - Part 6 - Annihilating ALL the Jews 15.02.2021 2:33

Two minutes of insight exploring the Book of Esther Support the Show.