Stories of Emunha

Join Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi and commit to learning Sefer Chofetz Chaim daily. Whether in Hebrew or English, those who complete at least one full cycle of the sefer and its companion can submit names for personal tefillot. Names will be brought to the kever of the Manchester Rosh Yeshiva during the yahrzeit week of the Chofetz Chaim. This powerful moment of tefillah is reserved for those who dedicate...

 In this episode, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful teaching from the Chofetz Chaim on the lifelong and generational impact of watching our speech. Drawing from Torah sources and real-life stories, he explains how avoiding lashon hara (negative speech) not only brings bracha (blessing) to you—but also to your children and grandchildren. This talk is part of the ongoing Shmirat HaLashon se...

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful letter from a Rosh Yeshiva and his wife about the impact of learning Sefer Chofetz Chaim. After hearing the story of Menashe, they committed to daily learning of the sefer as a way to bring blessing into their lives. Before even finishing it once, their 28-year-old daughter got engaged. This episode highlights the real effects of guarding your speech (shmiras...

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores the powerful idea from Pirkei Avot that every person—no matter their background or struggles—has a moment when they connect deeply with Hashem. Whether it’s once a year or once a day, each of us has our time. In this episode, Rabbi Rahimi shares how we can recognize and value those moments, both in ourselves and in others. A meaningful listen for anyone seeking spiritu...

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi speaks about the spiritual challenges facing this generation and the role each of us plays in standing up for truth. He shares a powerful story about a student suspended for refusing to compromise on his values, and reflects on how the cultural shift may actually push more families to reconnect with Torah and tradition. This episode explores the deeper message behind current ev...

In this episode, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful story about a mother who changed her son's life through the lessons of Shmirat Halashon. He explains how every prayer is a request for Hashem’s light and closeness, and how showing kindness and patience to others brings blessing into the world. Rabbi Rahimi also discusses the growing movement to spread the Chafetz Chaim’s teachings, with thous...

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful reminder that every person has a moment when they truly connect with Hashem. Whether it’s a single mitzvah, a heartfelt tefillah, or a quiet moment of emunah, that hour matters. In this episode, we explore why no soul should ever be dismissed, and how each mitzvah—no matter how small—holds deep meaning in the eyes of Hashem. A meaningful listen for anyone seek...

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores what it means to live a life filled with purpose and meaning through the lens of Kiddush Hashem. In this talk, he shares a powerful metaphor comparing a Jew’s life to a nationwide map, where every mitzvah lights up another “signal” on the spiritual grid. No matter where you are or what stage of life you're in, your daily actions create lasting impact. Listen to underst...

Why was Aharon HaKohen, one of the holiest leaders, jealous of others doing mitzvot? Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores this question through the lens of Parashat Behaalotecha. This class breaks down the connection between joy and spiritual growth, showing how true happiness comes from valuing Torah and mitzvot. Even if you're doing plenty, wanting more is the sign you're on the right path. Listen now a...

When Gilad Shalit was taken captive, his father didn’t stop. He fasted, rallied, knocked on doors, and begged people across Israel to pray for his son’s release. In this talk, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi reflects on the power of persistence and what it means to truly care. What if we applied that same passion to davening for the Beis HaMikdash? To loving each other more? To stopping lashon hara? A moving...

What makes someone a tzaddik? In this talk, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains how a tzaddik isn’t defined by perfection, but by the ability to keep going—no matter how many times they fall. Even if the first hour of learning is missed, a tzaddik doesn’t give up on the second. This episode explores how resilience, consistency, and grabbing the moment define true spiritual strength. Ideal for anyone lear...

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful reminder about the value of each mitzvah. What if the next one you do is your last? What if you're the only one who can do it? This talk explores the mindset of treating every mitzvah like it's your final chance to serve Hashem. Learn how that perspective changes your attitude, deepens your connection, and brings lasting joy to your avodat Hashem. Website: Bac...

 Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful reminder that this moment in history demands more than routine. Drawing from the words of the Rama, he explains that our role is to cry out, reflect, and strengthen our faith. This talk explores what it means to hold strong emunah without ignoring pain, and why each of us is meant to witness these times. If Hashem put us here, it means we have a mission—...

What does it mean when the Torah repeats the same verses 12 times in Parashat Naso? Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores this powerful message: even when actions look the same, no two people bring the same heart or struggle. In this class, we learn why every mitzvah matters uniquely based on who performs it—and how each of us has a personal mission, no matter where we are in life. This episode also includ...

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains a powerful message from this week’s parsha: before Hashem tells us how to live differently, He reminds us who we are. A Jew isn’t meant to follow the path of the nations. We were given a different set of priorities, values, and ways of life. In this talk, you’ll learn why our identity as children of Hashem is the foundation for everything we do—and how staying connecte...

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful message on how real change starts from within. In this episode, he explains why learning the laws of Lashon Hara every day isn’t just a personal mitzvah—it’s a way to impact your children, grandchildren, and even the world. More than protests or slogans, this daily commitment builds the Beit Hamikdash, protects our soldiers, and brings us closer to redemption....

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful reminder about identity and purpose. What are the chances of being born Jewish? Greater than winning the lottery. In this episode, he speaks about valuing your neshama, recognizing your unique role in the world, and remembering that being chosen comes with deep meaning and responsibility. A meaningful message for anyone looking to reconnect with their inner st...

 Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful story from Lakewood about a young man who committed to avoiding lashon hara—and tracked over 100 moments of self-restraint. What started as a personal kabbalah turned into a source of blessing for many. Hear how one person’s decision to hold back words became a channel for change and spiritual reward, based on Torah insights and the teachings of the Viln...

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful true story about a man who doubted, struggled, and then found a turning point through learning. In this talk, you’ll hear how consistent Torah learning—especially about shmirat halashon—led to real change and personal salvation. If you're looking for direction or a sign to start again, this might be it. Listen now and take your first step toward Yeshua. Websit...

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares the power of unity during tough times. Why did the wicked King Achav win wars while King David, a righteous leader, sometimes struggled? The answer, says Chazal, lies in how people spoke to one another. In this talk, we learn how avoiding gossip and speaking positively can bring the presence of Hashem closer. A lesson for every generation—especially ours. Listen and disc...

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful reminder about the shortness of life and the endless spiritual wealth available through Torah and mitzvot. Drawing from the Zohar, this episode compares our time in this world to a hallway before the next — a brief chance to prepare, grow, and earn eternal reward. Through a parable of a man in a king’s palace, Rabbi Rahimi illustrates how distractions can pull...

In this week's class, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores the deep message behind Shemitah and Yovel in Parshat Behar–Bechukotai. What does it mean to return land every 50 years? Why does Hashem insist that nothing in this world is truly ours forever? Through these mitzvot, we’re reminded that our time here is temporary—and what we build for the next world is what really lasts. This shiur is brought to y...

In this powerful talk, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains why Hashem chose the eagle to describe how He carries us—even when we feel far from Him. Drawing from Chazal and real-life mashalim, he speaks to anyone who’s struggled, fallen, or felt stuck. Learn why your past doesn’t define you, how to move forward after a mistake, and why joy is essential in serving Hashem. This shiur is a reminder that no m...

Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful mashal that reflects how deeply Hashem longs for every Jew to return. Through a personal family story, he explains how even a moment of teshuva is cherished beyond measure. This episode explores the inner spark within every Jew and the love Hashem holds—waiting patiently, like a parent by the window, for their child to come home. A meaningful message for anyon...

Why did Hashem choose us to live in a time with smartphones, social media, and nonstop distractions? In this talk, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains why our generation faces a test no Jewish community in history ever faced—and how that challenge reveals just how much Hashem believes in us. This episode explores the strength it takes to stay focused, the meaning behind the struggle, and why passing this...