Sicha Insights, Rabbi Yossi Winner

What is the purpose of the creation of the world. What is the purpose of the recitation of the Shema. Three components to the Mitzvah of Shema. Connection between the beginning of the Talmud and conclusion of Talmud!

Why did Moshe not enter the land of Israel? Was it because of the sin of the spies or because of the waters of Merivah? The Rebbe explains why Rashi did not need clarify the placement of verse 37.

The daughters of Tzlafchad request their inheritance in the land of Israel. Moshe brings this ruling to G-d. Rashi gives two reasons as to why Moshe brought the case to G-d. Why the need for 2 reasons.

2 qualities that Bilam saw in the Jewish people. Some of the most profound and heartfelt blessings in Jewish history were said by Bilam. Profound lesson in our daily lives.

The Red Heifer is a supranational commandment. A relationship with G-d beyond logic and reason. What's the advantage? Commandments are the divine will of G-d connecting to G-d at an even deeper level. A person's will and drive is deeper than a person's logic and reason.

The story of Korach and his rebellion against Moshe. The difference between instigating sin and becoming corrupt through sin. A spiritual lesson in treating people favorably.

Shelach. Spying the land and it's spiritual message. G-d, our designer, fashioned us with the capabilities and capacity to fulfill his commandments to the fullest.  When we approach Life and our Jewish practice  with the knowledge that we are capable, because G-d designed us this way, then even when the commandments are challenging and difficult, we are confident that we can pass the tes...

Spiritual message of the trumpet blasts before war, and on the day of your rejoicing.

Why did the Jewish people wander in the Desert for forty years? What is the eternal message of the counting of the tribe of Levi? What is a spiritual desert?

This Sicha in volume 12 talks about the law of interest. When is it permissible, how is it different than stealing, and what is the spiritual significance of interest.

This talk analyzes the hebrew word Mineged, meaning "opposite of". Rashi gives a lengthy explanation for this one word. The Rebbe analyzes the entire composition of Rashi and why every word is needed in order for Rashi to prove his explanation. A spiritual lesson as to why the Jewish people encamped 2000 Amos from the Mishkan even during the weekday when there's no prohibition to walk more than 20...

At the start of the Torah Portion of Behar, the Torah mentioned twice that during the Sabbatical year we should rest similar to how we rest on Shabbos. Toras Kohanim learns a specific law based on the fact that we learn Shemitah from Shabbos and not Shabbos from Shemitah. The rebbe explains that there is a foundational difference between Rashi and Toras Koshanim, Rashi is here to explain the meani...

The mystical and chassidic insight on the Mitzvah of counting the Omer. Sefirat Ha'omer - Counting the Omer can begin on a Sunday and thus follow the days of the week or the counting can fall on any day of the week. In the latter order, is it still considered a wholesome and complete counting? The rebbe explains this based on 2 sayings from the Medrash. The rebbe also analyzes the difference betwe...

I am G-d, Your G-d is usually written at the conclusion of a set of laws. The Torah here says I am G-d your G-d at the outset of it's laws. This talk delves into Rashi's two reasons for why the Torah placed these words first as well as why did Rashi feel compelled to bring to 2 reasons.

The positive revelation through Nadav and Avihu's passing and the reason for why they passed according to Rashi.

In every generation one is obligated to feel as if he himself was freed from Egypt. 3 components to this Mitzvah and what is unique about this Mitvzah on Pesach Night.

We are obligated each day to offer Thanksgiving to G-d. When is a Thanksgiving sacrifice required? Rashi's reasoning based on the Verse Text.

Does the Torah begin with obligatory sacrifices or gift sacrifices?

Is building a house for G-d greater than keeping Shabbat?

When did Moshe Bow?

The story of the olives and it’s application into our lives! choicest vs oil quality, journey vs end result.

Spiritual meaning of the contributions to the Mishkan

The Hebrew Slave: "his Master Shall Pierce His Ear"

Coming soon

Prayer - The Profession of our Patriarchs.