Rabbi Zushe Greenberg

Torah Class - Parshat Vayishlach: The Master Solution What trait can help us become close to G-d, reach a deep understanding of the Torah, improve our personal and work relationships, and contribute to every facet of life?

Torah Class - Parshat Vayetzei: The Reasons For Antisemitism From the time of Laban the Aramaean, to Haman and Ahasuerus, and all the way down the the present, we have suffered from antisemites who attempt to harm us. Why do they hate us? And how should we respond? Click here for the class handout

Consistency Is The Name Of The Game Rabbi A Schindler’s visit to the Rebbe’s Farbrengen . (Parshat Toldot)

Torah Class - Toldot: Isaac’s Legacy Our forefather Abraham introduced the concept of monotheism and hospitality. Jacob's legacy was the 12 tribes of Israel. But what was Isaac's legacy?

The Wallet Test (Parshat Vayeira) What do people do when they find wallets on the floor, for real?

Chayei Sarah: The Historic Match Abraham sent his servant Eliezer to find a wife for his son Isaac. When Eliezer arrived at his destination he prayed to G-d and was promptly answered. A comparison with prayers of Moses and King Solomon reveals that Eliezer the servant was answered quicker. Why?

Torah Class - Parshat Vayeira: Fake Hospitality? Abraham hosted G-d Himself in his tent. When he saw three passing Arabs, he asked G-d to wait while he welcomes and cares for them. Only later did he reveal that his guests were in fact angels in disguise… Did Abraham keep G-d waiting for a fake mitzvah? An original analysis of the Biblical story.

The Kibbutznik That Found G-d In India - Learn from Abraham to use Faith, not Logic (Parshat Lech Lecha)

Torah Class - Parshat Lech Lecha: Renewal, Joy, And Progress The three cardinal principles for life we are taught by the Torah’s first three portions. Don’t get stuck in the past, don’t fall into a rut, and don’t become complacent.

The Industrial Revolution Of The Tower Of Babel The builders of the Tower of Babel invented bricks, thereby revolutionizing construction. Pharoah later used the same techniques for the building of the pyramids. Are the two great construction projects related? A study of History, Incarnations and education.

Marriage Is Not A Union, It’s A Reunion How were Adam and Eve really created, and why? The unspoken truth about human beings. (Parshat Breishit)

"I Love The Jewish Monastery" The story of the only child at hakafot post-holocaust — and a surprising reunion — is the best description of the meaning of Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah. (Shemini Atzeret)

The Dokshitzer Niggun How did a girl in Camp Ramah learn a niggun from Dokshitz? (Sukkot)

Torah Class - Hakhel: A Once-In-Seven-Years  Affair

Break The Doors Down Why do you put yourself in a box? Open the doors for every single Jew! (Rosh Hashana)

Royalty - Lessons we can learn from the Royal funeral (Parshat Nitzavim)

During the High Holidays we read the exhortations to repentance of the prophets Hosea, Isaiah, and Jonah. Are they all discussing the same repentance, or are there different types of repentance for different people? An address about repentance and what type of repentance is right for me.

A Russian Conspiracy (Parshat Ki Tavo)

Torah Class - Rosh Hashana: Struggle And Success “Chanah’s prayer” is a fascinating biblical story that reflects the inner life and challenges of us all, and is especially relevant on the most important day of all - Rosh Hashanah. Click here for the class handout

“Long Live The King” — That’s You! Who is a king in Jewish tradition, and what is his role? (Parshat Ki Teitzei)

Torah Class - Parshat Ki Tetzei: A Chassidic Perspective On Women’s Rights Women’s rights became a prominent issue in the 20th century. The revolution that the Rebbe spearheaded in this regard may come as a surprise to many. Click here for the class handout

The Pulse Of The World Gorbachev, the Rebbe, and how to be a “heart” of the Jewish people. (Parshat Shoftim)

Torah Class - Parshat Shoftim: G-d’s Commando The tribe of Levi is G-d’s “special unit,” tasked with teaching G-d’s ways to the public. Did you know that nowadays this service isn’t restricted to those born into the tribe of Levi, and is open to volunteers?

Torah Class - Parshat Re’eh: Why Is There Poverty In The World? Poverty is humiliating, and creates social inequality. Why does poverty exist? Why doesn’t G-d give everyone their needs without them having to rely on others’ kindness? A class on the purpose of poverty and wealth, with life lessons for both the wealthy and poor. Click here for the class handout

A Conversation On The Plane What do Israeli kids know about Judaism? Why did Moses break the tablets? And what is the secret to Jewish continuity? (Parshat Ekev)