Rabbi Shais Taub

SoulWords- Full Library

SoulWords provides Torah classes and lectures from renowned teacher, Rabbi Shais Taub, on a wide range of spiritual topics.

Author

Rabbi Shais Taub

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Education

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www.soulwords.org

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

How to Succeed 28.03.2025

In the first letter of this class, the Rebbe explains to someone why it's not enough to merely want to do things that make you spiritually strong; you have to actually do them. In the second letter, the Rebbe takes exception with the letter writer's saying that he has had "an unnaturally (bad) year."

A Happy Marriage 27.03.2025

The Rebbe writes to a young woman that the formula for true happiness in life and in marriage is a full commitment to Hashem's Torah.

Stop Worrying! 26.03.2025

The Rebbe writes to a man who is worried about various issues in life and sets him on a path of positivity.

An Opportunity to Connect to the Rebbe 25.03.2025

The Rebbe writes to Rabbi Nissan Nemanov about the importance of Chassidim seizing every possible opportunity to connect with the Rebbe.

Leave Your Son's Beard Alone! 24.03.2025

The Rebbe writes to parents who are conflicted about their son's desire to allow his beard to grow. The Rebbe gives a surprising explanation as to why this is an ill-advised idea.

Don't Fall for the Yetzer Harah's Tricks 23.03.2025

In a letter to a yeshiva bochur, the Rebbe emphasizes the importance of discerning the tricks of the yetzer hara when facing challenges in a new environment.

The Merit of Protecting Lives in the Holy Land 21.03.2025

We study two powerful letters from the Rebbe addressing Israeli soldiers, focusing on the spiritual significance of their self-sacrifice and service.

Remembering Martyrs vs. Helping the Living 20.03.2025

In this letter, the Rebbe addresses the decision to build a Holocaust memorial in Paris. He emphasizes the importance of using resources to help the living in urgent need, both physically and spiritually.

The Importance of Sharing Good News 19.03.2025

In this class, the Rebbe explains the significance of reporting back with good news. He emphasizes how sharing positive updates brings increased blessings upon the letter writer.

Misplaced Modesty 18.03.2025

The Rebbe urges a father to overcome his timidity and ensure his daughter fully understands the laws of Jewish marriage, emphasizing the impact on future generations.

The Mourning Episode (Blood Brothers X) 17.03.2025

The brothers talk about mourning and saying Kaddish after the passing of their father, of blessed memory.

She Lost Her Job 17.03.2025

Discover the Rebbe’s profound advice to a woman who lost her teaching job, offering a powerful perspective on setbacks and resilience. This class explores how challenges are part of a greater process and how to face them with faith, strength, and renewed purpose.

To a Bereft Mother 16.03.2025

In this English letter, the Rebbe offers comfort to parents who lost a child in a shocking tragedy. The Rebbe emphasizes the eternality of the soul and how the soul relies on its loved ones still here on earth.

Getting an Atheist Politician to Rethink 14.03.2025

Exploretwo letters from the Rebbe to Rabbi Dovid Leselbaum regarding his interactions with Israeli politician Yaakov Zerubavel. The Rebbe advises Leselbaum on how to engage with Zerubavel, emphasizing the power of truth to ultimately prevail.

What You Can Give the Rebbe 13.03.2025

The Rebbe responds to blessings he received from his chassidim and highlights how these blessings were amplified by being accompanied with Torah study and tzedaka. Give tzedaka on the Colel Chabad pushka app. https://colelchabad.org/pushka-app/

They Talk During Davening 12.03.2025

In this letter, the Rebbe addresses the issue of talking during davening. But instead of simply condemning the behavior, the Rebbe offers a deeper perspective—one that challenges us to see the bigger picture of what it means when a Jew interrupts their daily routine to come to shul and pray.

She Quit Teaching 11.03.2025

In this letter, the Rebbe addresses a teacher who was struggling with discouragement and self-doubt, to the point of leaving the profession. The Rebbe offers a profound perspective on exhaustion, self-perception, and the Yetzer Hara’s tactics to bring a person down.

In Memoriam: Lessons from My Father That Shaped My Life 14.01.2025

In this heartfelt lecture, Rabbi Shais Taub shares personal stories and life lessons from his father, Dr. Gershom Taub OBM, in honor of the upcoming shloshim (30-day memorial) of his passing. With warmth and wisdom, Rabbi Taub reflects on the values, teachings, and memories that helped shape him. A touching tribute to a beloved father and an inspiring message for every soul.

Baad Kodesh: Class 5 12.12.2024

We conclude our study of this work with chapters 7 and 8 in which the Mitteler Rebbe explains why the ruler is in a unique position to give a true and just ruling on his case.

Baad Kodesh: Class 4 04.12.2024

In chapters 5 and 6 of the discourse we examine the quality of Malchus (royalty) and explain how it is, like Tiferes, a representation of the "central vector."

Emunah & Anxiety 29.11.2024

Rabbi Shais Taub shares three powerful spiritual tools for increasing our emotional wellbeing. Delivered in Lakewood, NJ on Nov 26, 2024.

Response to the Tragic Murder of R' Tzvi Kogan 26.11.2024

How do we respond to the devastating tragedy of Rabbi Tzvi Kogan’s brutal murder by terrorists in the UAE? In this video, we explore how to process such an unfathomable loss and find strength to go on. Drawing upon the Rebbe’s teachings, we uncover guidance for navigating grief, pain, and the challenge of continuing our mission even in the face of darkness. May this reflection bring comfort and in...

Baad Kodesh: Class 3 22.11.2024

In this class we cover chapters 3-4 of the discourse and examine more deeply the idea of the "middle vector" called Tiferes.

Baad Kodesh: Class 2 14.11.2024

Toward a better understanding of the spiritual mechanisms behind governmental power, Chapter 2 of the Mitteler Rebbe’s discourse, focuses on the three axes—right, left, and center—within the Sefiros.

Baad Kodesh: Class 1 07.11.2024

The Mitteler Rebbe’s letter known as Baad Kodesh was written to appeal for justice during his imprisonment, and explains how Divine authority flows through earthly rulers to enable just governance. In this first class, we study Chapter 1 (of seven chapters) of the letter.

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