Reb Shaya Guttman

For Parshas Bechukosai, we focus on the mitzvah of ערכין, explaining how the soul is redeemed and returned to the domain and the service of Hashem, after having sold itself into servitude of 'the other side.' We discover how money, rather than being the root of evil, can be used to return us to our Source.

For Parshas Behar, we focus on the mitzvos of שמיטה ויובל, explaining the Torah's view of true freedom, and what our values should be regarding accomplishment and material succes in our lives.

For Parshas Emor, we focus on the mitzvah of ספירת העומר, with insights from the Sefer Yetzirah about the meaning of numbers, memory, and creating a story with our lives.

For Parshas Kedoshim, we focus on the mitzvah of ואהבת לרעיך כמוך, which we interpret to encompass both loving fellow Jews and loving Hashem Himself, by realizing the common denominators that unite us.

We delve deeper into the concept of the full time, total Jewish experience by expanding on the concept of space, time and soul and its implications for the 24/7 commitment. What is completeness, and how does it lead to happiness?

When considering the nature of Jewish life and activities, many emphasize the legal and academic aspects of Gemora and Halachah as the dominant and most important areas, placing 'feeling-based' experience as a lesser priority. This podcast explores the truth of that impression, and proposes the balancing of both aspects to get a more 'well-rounded' perspective of Jewish life. 

What's our purpose here on earth? Trying to perfect ourselves and seeking spiritual advancement, or doing Hashem's mission of creating connections between earth and Heaven to sustain and bring light to the world?

Exploring the attitudes we have when facing problems: do we always envision the worst possible outcome, or does it help to imagine the best possible outcome instead? Based on a personal story I experienced recently, and what I learned from it. Also an observation comparing this to how secular society views the issue.

The intro episode on the broad subject of integrating Torah into every aspect of our daily lives, meeting the challenges of modern society with honesty and creativity.