Kabbalah for Everyone

Send us Fan Mail In the story of the seventh plague, hail, Pharaoh finally admits he was wrong after seeing hail mixed with fire from the sky—a strange and powerful miracle. This moment shows us that even someone as stubborn and self-centered as Pharaoh can have a moment of realization. The mix of fire and ice in the hail represents Pharaoh's personality: cold and unfeeling towards others but...

Send us Fan Mail This episode  dances around the age-old question, "What is Love?", the exploration begins with a universal quandary: the reason we question love's essence often stems from feelings of deficiency—either doubting the love from someone special or facing accusations of insufficient love ourselves. It suggests a poignant truth: we are most inclined to philosophize about...

Send us Fan Mail This episode delves into the profound teachings of Rabbi Schneur Zalman in the Tanya, illuminating the existence of two distinct souls within every Jew: the Nefesh HaBehamit, which animates the body with its base desires and instincts, and the Nefesh Elokit, a divine spark that transcends the material world, aiming to refine our lower nature. This spiritual journey reveals how the...

Send us Fan Mail Dive into Rabbi Bernath's podcast on Kabbalah, where he tackles the profound question of "why" we face crises, trauma, and loss. Kabbalah, with its mystical insights, offers a unique perspective through the concept of reincarnation and soul migration, as illuminated by the teachings of the Arizal in "Gate of Reincarnation." Learn about the soul's jour...

Send us Fan Mail Navigating the choppy waters of our inner Nile, where the Pharaoh of Negative Thought reigns supreme, Rabbi Bernath offers a sage map for the modern soul's Exodus. Picture this: an inner Pharaoh, all ego and no ear, refusing the logic we offer as liberally as matzah at Pesach. It's an ancient tale, yet as current as our latest tweet. Enter Moshe, our timeless hero, speak...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode, we dive into the heart of Purim Katan, a day that mirrors the messages of resilience and faith found in Purim itself, especially during leap years. We'll journey back to 1920, amidst the chaos of the Russian Revolution, to a moment of audacious defiance by the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Sholom Ber Schneersohn, during a Purim Farbrengen. Despite the mo...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s Torah portion, Tetzaveh, we embark on a journey of absence that paradoxically illuminates presence, a mystical dance where what is not seen or heard whispers louder than the clamor of what is. Welcome to "Echoes of the Unseen," an episode that delves into the human penchant for fixating on the missing pieces, rather than the mosaic of abundance that surrou...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, we dive into a profound tale shared by Chief Rabbi Sir Jonathan Sacks, a distinguished philosophy graduate from Cambridge University who found himself in a thought-provoking exchange while studying Hassidism in Kfar ChaBaD, Israel. The story opens a window into the contrast between secular and spiritual perspectives, highlighted by a conversation between S...

Send us Fan Mail Today we explore why the month of Adar is 60 days and the holiday of Purim symbolize an unending joy for the Jewish people. We dive into the historical backdrop of Purim, focusing on a time when the Jewish nation faced its darkest hour under the threat of Haman's plot. Despite these dire circumstances, the story of Purim emerges as a testament to the Jewish people's resi...

Send us Fan Mail This week’s sermon reflects on the resilience and unity of our community. The book 'Buried by the Times' sheds light on a past where the Holocaust's truth struggled to find its rightful place in public consciousness, hidden away in the back pages of history's draft. Yet, this story isn't just about what was buried; it's a call to unearth our collectiv...

Send us Fan Mail This was recorded Sunday evening, as recording devices are not allowed on Shabbat. 🔍📜 Exploring Amalek: Ancient Hatred in Modern Times 🔍📜 In a recent, controversial lawsuit brought by South Africa against Israel at the International Court of Justice, the ancient biblical figure of Amalek has resurfaced in a modern geopolitical debate. Accusations of genocide hinge on Prime Min...

Send us Fan Mail In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the profound Jewish philosophical question: Why did a benevolent G-d create evil? We explore this enigma through the lens of classical Jewish philosophy, Kabbalah, and Chassidus, unraveling how these teachings illuminate our understanding of good, evil, and divine purpose. The episode begins by addressing the fundamental belief that...

Send us Fan Mail Dive into the profound spiritual significance of Tu B'Shvat, the Jewish 'New Year for Trees.' This class unravels how this ancient day, once focused on tithing fruits as per Talmudic teachings, evolved into a powerful tool for cosmic repair, as revealed by Kabbalistic wisdom. Discover how the simple act of eating fruits during the Tu B'Shvat feast isn't ju...

Send us Fan Mail On Yud Shevat 5711 (1951), the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi MM Schneerson, revolutionized Jewish leadership. He declared a bold vision, not merely to anticipate Moshiach in a distant future, but to actively work towards this era in our lifetime. This audacious goal was set against the backdrop of post-Holocaust Jewish reality, challenging every Jew to contribute to this ultimate redem...

Send us Fan Mail "What is Love?" Love is redefined beyond the conventional understanding of a mere emotion or a passive state of being. We emphasized that love is an obligation and a directive, as illustrated in Leviticus 19:18, which commands to "love your fellow as yourself." This idea suggests that love is not just a spontaneous feeling but an active choice and action. Befor...

Send us Fan Mail In a world that often feels overwhelming and disappointing, Rabbi Yisroel Bernath brings a beacon of hope in this thought-provoking episode of "Kabbalah for Everyone." Addressing the deep-seated feeling of disillusionment with humanity, Rabbi Bernath delves into the ancient wisdom of Kabbalah to offer a fresh perspective. This episode guides listeners through understandi...

Send us Fan Mail Rabbi Yisroel Bernath, named “La Rabbin de Lamour” by the La Presse online daily and “Montreal’s Hipster Rabbi” by VICELAND’s Matty Matheson, is director at Chabad of NDG and the Jewish Chaplain at Concordia University in Montreal. Cherished for his incredible warmth and non-judgmental personality, this hipster is not your typical rabbi. In 2012, Rabbi Bernath founded the smashing...

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Send us Fan Mail Contact Rabbi Bernath via http://www.theloverabbi.com Donate and support Rabbi Bernath’s work http://www.jewishndg.com/donate Sign up for Rabbi Bernath's Relationships Podcast https://anchor.fm/the-love.../episodes/Love-Rabbi-QA-ecpnte Sign up for Rabbi Bernath’s Kabbalah Podcast  https://anchor.fm/kabbalahforeveryone Follow Rabbi Bernath’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube...

Send us Fan Mail Donate Here https://ndg.chabadsuite.net/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=36 Donate Here in US dollars https://ndg.chabadsuite.net/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=15 Join the Million Mitzvah Campaign https://onemitzvah.org/israel/rabbi-bernaths-tea Download this little book and pray. These are prayers Jews have said for centuries in times of distress: https://j...

Send us Fan Mail Contact Rabbi Bernath via http://www.theloverabbi.com Donate and support Rabbi Bernath’s work http://www.jewishndg.com/donate Sign up for Rabbi Bernath's Relationships Podcast https://anchor.fm/the-love.../episodes/Love-Rabbi-QA-ecpnte Sign up for Rabbi Bernath’s Kabbalah Podcast  https://anchor.fm/kabbalahforeveryone Follow Rabbi Bernath’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube...

Send us Fan Mail Donate Here https://ndg.chabadsuite.net/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=36 Donate Here in US dollars https://ndg.chabadsuite.net/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=15 Join the Million Mitzvah Campaign https://onemitzvah.org/israel/rabbi-bernaths-tea Download this little book and pray. These are prayers Jews have said for centuries in times of distress: https://j...

Send us Fan Mail Contact Rabbi Bernath via http://www.theloverabbi.com Donate and support Rabbi Bernath’s work http://www.jewishndg.com/donate Sign up for Rabbi Bernath's Relationships Podcast https://anchor.fm/the-love.../episodes/Love-Rabbi-QA-ecpnte Sign up for Rabbi Bernath’s Kabbalah Podcast  https://anchor.fm/kabbalahforeveryone Follow Rabbi Bernath’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube...

Send us Fan Mail Donate Here https://ndg.chabadsuite.net/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=36 Donate Here in US dollars https://ndg.chabadsuite.net/civicrm/contribute/transact?reset=1&id=15 Join the Million Mitzvah Campaign https://onemitzvah.org/israel/rabbi-bernaths-tea Download this little book and pray. These are prayers Jews have said for centuries in times of distress: https://j...