Yakov Bronsteyn

Rabbi Yakov Bronsteyn - Parsha Classes

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Rabbi Bronsteyn is the West Coast Kashrus Administrator for the world renowned Star-K Kosher Certification. Rabbi Bronsteyn is one of the four "Founding Fathers” of the Phoenix Community Kollel. He was raised in Lawrence, New York. While studying in both the US & Israel, he earned a Bachelors in Economics from Queens College & was ordained at Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah in Jerusalem. As a well seasoned senior lecturer, he offers popular public classes in the community & other venues in the greater Phoenix area. Questions or comments? Email Rabbi Bronsteyn at Yaakov.bronsteyn@gmail.com

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Yakov Bronsteyn

Episodes

116. Vayeitzei - Real Trust In God 23.11.2020 45:19

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115. Toldos - Character as a Matter of Nature 19.11.2020 44:33

We present the perspective of the Alter of Slobadka in the Ohr Hatzafon regarding Esav’s nature. How entrenched in his psyche was the ability to perform the mitzvah of honoring one’s parents?

114. Toldos - Blindness of Yitzchak and Divine Providence 19.11.2020 55:29

We enumerate approximately 10 reasons why Yitzchak became blind. We then explain how those reasons were contributing factors to one outcome. We emphasize that life is much more complex then one binary equation. We also point out that in the final analysis Hashem is in control of any set of factors. This class was given on 9/1/05.

113. Sheva Brachos - No need to be careful of what you ask for 13.11.2020 12:27

We discuss the definition of prayer and it’s efficacy.

112. Chayei Sarah - Burial in the Ground 10.11.2020 40:01

111. Vayeira - Why Did Avraham Refuse to Listen to Sarah? 05.11.2020 36:08

We analyze the dynamics in Avraham and Sarah’s relationship especially in the context of Hagar living in their house with Avraham’s son. The analysis is based upon Adam’s defense as to why he ate from the Tree of Knowledge.

110. Vayeira - Avraham's Kindness According to the Alter of Slabodka 02.11.2020 56:10

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109. Lech Lecha - How Does The World Still Exist? 29.10.2020 36:05

We present the perspective of the Altar of Slobotka regarding existence. Since we constantly commit micro-infractions in addition to bonafide sins, how is it possible that the world still exists? We discuss the role played by Avraham Avinu and his attribute of chesed. We then gleen a lesson for ourselves - how do we navigate such an existence?

108. Lech Lecha - Sacrificing The Few To Save The Many According To Rabbi J. David Bleich 28.10.2020 54:39

throwback episode - We discuss various scenarios that challenge our moral instincts from a Halachic perspective. Can one shoot down a plane full of people that is headed for the World Trade Center? Can one redirect a trolly to save a group of people but killing one? Is one allowed to give away a pursued person that is slated for death to marauders? Or is one obligated to face death instead? We re...

107. Eikev - Sheva Brachos - Being a Commoner isn’t so Common 26.10.2020 15:25

In this Sheva Brachos speech we discuss the concept of blessing Hashem. We mention that everyone has a potential for greatness. Then we conclude with explaining the power of believing in something.

106. Noach - Flood In Eretz Yisrael 22.10.2020 47:55

We discuss the dispute between R’ Yochanan & Reish Lakish recorded in Zevachim (113a) on whether the flood was also in Eretz Yisrael. We hint to the fact that survival of the figurative flood requires a high spiritual status. We also contemplate the veracity of miracles related in the Torah.

105 Noach - Belief in God Through Understanding 19.10.2020 53:26

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104. Bereishis - Sheva Brachos Simcha Glue 19.10.2020 13:05

In a Sheva Brachos speech we discuss how Simcha, joy, brings the couple closer. We point out that whether marriage is difficult or less difficult that it’s all meant for the best. God has given us the possibility of such a union for our good.

103. Bereishis - Biblical Lifespans According to the Rambam and Ramban 15.10.2020 52:17

* throwback episode * We read the text of the Ramban regarding Biblical lifespans. We discuss the reasons and opinions as why people lived for so long. What were the contributing factors? Diet, habitat, atmosphere, or the Fear of God?

102. Bereishis - Shabbos - The Purpose Of Creation 13.10.2020 45:39

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101. Gratitude and Simcha on Sukkos 09.10.2020 33:58

Yahrtzeit Shiur in memory of Svetlana bas Yaakov in the Bronsteyn Succah. We embellish the insight of Rabbi Apelbaum about gratitude. The secret to happiness especially on Succos is gratitude and appreciation. See how Haman’s and Adam’s situations illustrates this idea.

100. Sukkah and Peace on Earth 07.10.2020 31:51

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99. Vzos HaBracha - Completion of the Torah and Yom Tov 30.09.2020 59:09

We get into an involved Halachic discussion as to what portions we read on Simchas Torah. We also point out some thematic rationals as to why those portions are read at this particular time. We also speak about the study of Torah in terms of our responsibility to learn it. This is an annual Yartzeit Class in memory of my mother, Svetlana bas Yaakov.

98. Vzos Habracha - Binyamin as the Esrog and Succos 30.09.2020 52:10

Throwback episode

97. Taking Pills on Yom Kippur 25.09.2020 32:10

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96. Ten Days of Teshuva - R' Yonason Eibshitz 23.09.2020 55:53

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95. Rosh Hashana: Gratitude - an essential element. 17.09.2020 32:26

We discuss how the proper observance of Prayer, Shofar listening, and honoring one’s parents requires the attribute gratitude.

94. Rosh Hashana - Holiness According Rabbi Shimon Shkop 14.09.2020 45:32

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93. Rosh Hashana - Why Do We Blow The Shofar 11.09.2020 30:28

Rosh Hashana episode.