Judaism From Within

Torah portion Chayei Sarah - Why no after Life? Throughout the bible, we see no mention of the next world, why? for the Jews one of the most central books, and no mention of the afterlife, why?    Rav Hirsch On The Weekly Parasha

Mitzvah #68 - Shechita Intentional Action and Reflection Explore Rav Hirsch's teachings on shechita, the Jewish method of slaughter, as a practice that demands intentionality and reflection. By confronting the act of taking life, shechita compels us to recognize the distinct nature of the human being and our unique role in the world. Join us as we uncover how this mitzvah transforms a physical act...

Vayera - Akedah, Abraham's failure? "From the Archives"   This week's Rav Hirsch covers the Binding of Isaac, a key event in Jewish history and theology. We'll address its challenging questions and build an approach to better understand the story. This approach also provides tools to respond to Immanuel Kant's powerful 18th-century critique of the Jewish moral framework.

Join us as we delve into Rav Hirsch's profound insights on ma'akhalei asurim—forbidden foods in Judaism, uncovering layers of meaning that extend beyond the table. In this episode, we also offer a recap of Rav Hirsch's unique halachic and symbolic approach, bridging law and philosophy in a way that transforms our understanding of everyday practices.

As we approach the High Holidays, many grapple with the underlying significance of this time. I'd like to explore some of the common struggles people face and share Rav Hirsch's powerful perspective on the shofar that deeply resonated with me. ( it was recoded a few years ago but still very on point)

Mitzvah #67: הרחקה מעריות - Guardians of the Mind: Mastering the Imagination & Fulfilling Your Noble Mission Rav Hirsch On  שמירת עיניים & Cultivating Active Engagement in The World, His Perspective on Imagination, Parenting, and Personal Responsibility

Mitzvah #66: ערוה - Boundaries The Structure and Depth of Intimacy   Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Horeb Reasons For Laws in Judaism   Rabbi Simi Lerner

Mitzvah #65: זנות - Foundations Of a Sexual Ethic     Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Horeb Reasons For Laws in Judaism   Rabbi Simi Lerner

Mitzvah #64: פאת ראשכם - Cutting Hair & Beard - The Spiritual Significance of Hair & Male Modesty      Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Horeb Reasons For Laws in Judaism   Rabbi Simi Lerner

Mitzvah #63 - שרט - Scars and Symbols: - Reflecting On Self Harm     Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Horeb Reasons For Laws in Judaism   Rabbi Simi Lerner

Mitzvah #62 - מצוות שמירת נפש - Navigating The Question Of Suicide   Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Horeb Reasons For Laws in Judaism   Rabbi Simi Lerner

----more----Mitzvah #61 - קבורה Burial Of Dead - Fatalism & Responsibility Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Horeb Reasons For Laws in Judaism   Rabbi Simi Lerner

Mitzvah #60 - צער בעלי חיים  Suffering Of Animals - Animal Rights & Man's Responsibility   Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Horeb Reasons For Laws in Judaism

Mitzvah #59 - אתו ואת־בנו - Mother & Child - Centrality Of Love in Relation With God   Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Horeb Reasons For Laws in Judaism

Mitzvah #58  - שילוח הקן Sending Away The Mother Bird - Social Responsibility & The Value Of Gender Roles   Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Horeb Reasons For Laws in Judaism

Mitzvah #57  Part 2 - Dairy Dilemma - Milk & Meat Its symbolic & Moral Significance   Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Horeb Reasons For Laws in Judaism

Mitzvah #57 Significance Of כלים - Part 1 - The Moral Message From Nature   Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Horeb Reasons For Laws in Judaism

Mitzvah #56 Don't Destroy בל תשחית -  What's Wong With Morden Environmentalism  Destruction Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Horeb Reasons For Laws in Judaism

Chukim - And How They Have A Rational Principle   Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Horeb Reasons For Laws in Judaism

Mitzvah #54 Judges Witnesses #55 Cursing - The Parallel Path to Destruction   Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Horeb Reasons For Laws in Judaism

Mitzvah #53 Lashon Hara - Beyond Legalities Rediscovering Its Spirit   Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Horeb Reasons For Laws in Judaism

Mitzvah #52 Abuse - The Physical, Intellectual & Emotional   Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Reasons For Laws in Judaism

Mitzvah #51 -  Confronting Oppression   (Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Reasons For Laws in Judaism)

Mitzvah #50  Falsehood & Lying Part 2  - Hypocrisy & Flattery   (Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Reasons For Laws in Judaism)

Mitzvah #50  Falsehood & Lying - Crafting Deceptive Realities Rav Samson Raphael Hirsch Reasons For Laws in Judaism