Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi
Stories of Emunha
Welcome to the "Stories of Emunha" podcast, where we explore the timeless wisdom of the Torah with one of the most highly respected and influential rabbis of our time. Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi is a graduate of Deal Yeshiva and a prominent scholar of the Lakewood Yeshiva, with deep ties to some of the most revered figures in the Jewish community. He has played a crucial role in the Mishna Berura Tiferet project, a collection of Sephardic commentary on the Mishna Berura. In addition to his scholarly pursuits, Rabbi Rahimi is actively involved in organizations such as Chazaq, Torah Anytime, NCSY, BJX,...
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May 21, 2026
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Episodes
You Have the Power to Rebuild 11.04.2025 3:23
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful message about our personal role in rebuilding the Beis HaMikdash. Drawing from Midrash and the deep conversation between Hashem and Moshe Rabbeinu, this talk reminds us that Hashem doesn’t need our light, our food, or our strength—He wants our effort. Even the smallest action or tefillah matters. In this shiur, learn why you should never ask “Who am I?” when i...
Seder Night Can Change Everything 10.04.2025 22:44
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores the deeper meaning behind Seder night and why it's unlike any other time of the year. Drawing from the Zohar and classic sources, this powerful class explains how every moment at the Seder can be filled with mitzvot and spiritual transformation. Discover why Hashem Himself had to take the Jewish people out of Egypt and how the same opportunity for change exists today....
Why Your Small Effort Matters More Than You Think 09.04.2025 3:23
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful message about personal responsibility and spiritual contribution. Even when it feels like your effort is small, your part matters. Drawing from the story of the Menorah and Moshe Rabbeinu’s conversation with Hashem, this episode reminds us that every act of worship and growth counts. Website: BacktoSinai.com | TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai Tik...
When It’s Time to Change, Don’t Wait 08.04.2025 3:10
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful lesson from Pesach about acting without delay. When you're stuck in a bad place, spiritually or emotionally, waiting might not help. Sometimes, you just have to move—right now. This episode explores why immediate change is sometimes the only option and how Pesach teaches us to break free before it’s too late. Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.com...
Are You Settling for Less Than You’re Capable Of? 07.04.2025 1:27
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful message about recognizing our true potential—both in life and in our connection with Hashem. Using an example of Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, he explores how settling for less can reflect a limited view of ourselves. Just like someone content with minimum effort in business might miss out on financial success, a person who avoids teshuva may be comprom...
The Power of One Small Change 04.04.2025 1:35
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares the power of personal commitment and what it really means to take something upon yourself. Based on the teachings of the Chafetz Chaim and the Gemara, this episode explores how even small efforts—like learning about Lashon Hara or deciding to be kinder—can change your spiritual status. This class is part of the Star series on TorahAnytime.com. Website: BacktoSinai.com an...
Why Your Words Might Be Blocking Your Blessings 03.04.2025 2:35
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains how speech can affect the blessings a person receives. In this episode, he shares the importance of avoiding Lashon Hara and how it can create a spiritual blockage. If we want real change and connection, we must first clean the vessel—our words. Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backtosinai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...
How to Clean Your Mind and Fight Bad Thoughts 02.04.2025 2:58
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares how our thoughts shape our actions and spiritual connection. Even a pure soul can be affected if the mind is clouded with negative thoughts. Drawing on the Rambam, he explains how keeping the mind busy with Torah and mitzvot leaves no room for the yetzer hara. Learn how just thinking about doing good is already powerful in Hashem’s eyes—and why Hashem is always ready for...
You're Strong Enough to Change 01.04.2025 1:50
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful message about believing in yourself and trusting that Hashem is guiding your journey. Even when it feels like you’ve fallen too far or wasted too much time, you still have the strength to grow. Hashem is driving the world—and you're in it for a reason. In this episode, learn why it’s never too late to return, improve, and take the next step in keeping Shabbat,...
What Are You Building for Forever? 31.03.2025 1:18
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains how our actions in this world shape our place in the next world. Using a powerful analogy, he shows how every mitzvah and act of kindness adds a brick to your eternal home in Olam Haba. Discover what it means to build a life that lasts forever. Perfect for those seeking spiritual insight on the value of Torah, mitzvot, and the purpose of this world. Website: BacktoSina...
How to Turn Life’s Challenges into Gold 28.03.2025 2:20
In this episode, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful lesson from an unexpected meeting with a millionaire in New Jersey. Discover how one man's business of selling secondhand items reveals a deeper message about handling life's tests. Just like turning broken items into profit, we can turn our struggles into spiritual success. Learn how every challenge is a chance to grow closer to Hashem...
This Is Your Superpower. One Prayer Can Change Everything 27.03.2025 3:11
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful reminder: every Jew has the ability to bring salvation to others through heartfelt prayer. Whether it's for our brothers and sisters in pain, the hostages, or those going through personal tragedies, sincere tefillah can make a real impact. You don’t have to be a rabbi to make a difference—just someone who truly cares. Listen now and reflect on how your tefilla...
The Power of Shemiras Halashon in Real Life 26.03.2025 2:47
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares real stories of people who took on the commitment to learn Chofetz Chaim and saw incredible turnarounds in their lives. From a couple told their baby wouldn't survive, to someone waiting five years for a shidduch, to another couple waiting seven years for a child—each story shows how powerful it can be when a person watches their speech and learns to forgive. These...
What Would You Do with One More Day? 25.03.2025 1:14
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi delivers a powerful message about the value of time and what it means to truly live with purpose. Imagining a world where neshamot return for just 24 hours, he challenges us to ask: what would we do with one more day? Would we waste it—or use it to learn Torah, do mitzvot, and grow spiritually? This talk, inspired by the days of Hoshana Rabbah, reminds us how much we can still...
It Hurts Now, But It’s Leading Somewhere Good 24.03.2025 1:45
In this Torah class, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains a deep concept about the small stings we experience in daily life—hurtful words, frustrations, or sudden discomforts. These moments, he teaches, are connected to spiritual energy created by our actions. Drawing from teachings about malachim (angels) and the symbolism of bees, Rabbi Rahimi shares how each "sting" is followed by sweetness. This...
When Hashem Gives You Another Chance 21.03.2025 1:21
How often do we judge others without knowing their full story? In this episode, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful lesson on how Hashem repeatedly gives us the benefit of the doubt. Discover how this perspective can transform the way we see others—and ourselves—by embracing the opportunity to grow and improve. Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime.com Instagram: @backtosinai TikTok: @backto...
The Illusion of Sin and the Yetzer Hara’s Trap 19.03.2025 1:39
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explains why sin, despite its momentary appeal, is never worth the long-term consequences. Using a simple yet powerful analogy, he breaks down how the Yetzer Hara tempts us with instant gratification, making us lose sight of the far greater reward of staying close to Hashem. Tune in to learn how to resist temptation and make choices that lead to true spiritual growth. Website:...
Thinking Ahead, Yosef’s Secret to Success 18.03.2025 9:19
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful lesson from Yosef HaTzadik’s rise to power in Egypt. Pharaoh sought not just intelligence, but someone with true foresight—someone who could prepare for the future as if it was happening now. What does this teach us about life, responsibility, and our own future? Learn how to live with awareness and purpose every day. Website: BacktoSinai.com and TorahAnytime....
Living Emunah and Avraham Avinu’s Response to Tragedy 17.03.2025 1:24
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful lesson from Avraham Avinu, showing how true emunah is not just belief but action. After hearing of a tragedy, Avraham didn't fall into despair—he searched for more mitzvot and took responsibility. In this class, learn how to channel challenges into growth, respond with strength, and take meaningful steps forward. Discover the response Hashem desires and how Kl...
When Torah Giants Meet Baba Sali and Rav Ovadia Yosef 14.03.2025 4:28
What happens when two Torah giants meet? In this powerful story, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a rare encounter between Baba Sali and Rav Ovadia Yosef. As they sit together, a deep conversation unfolds about the power of Torah, the holiness of food, and the path to bringing Mashiach closer. Should one prioritize a sacred meal or teaching Torah? This episode explores the debate and its deeper meaning....
What If This Was Your Last Mitzvah? 13.03.2025 1:49
How much do we truly value each mitzvah? Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi shares a powerful perspective on treating every mitzvah as if it’s our last. Imagine if today was your final chance to fulfill one—how would it change your approach? Don’t let the Yetzer Hara minimize your impact. Every mitzvah matters, and recognizing that can transform our connection to Hashem. Listen now for an eye-opening lesson on t...
The Throat in Afterlife Judgment and How Your Words Shape Your Soul 12.03.2025 0:47
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores the profound moment of Afterlife Judgment, focusing on the significance of the throat during this process. As a person's Neshama rises, the Malachi examines how the individual used their speech throughout their life. Were they mindful of their words, or did they fall into negative speech like Lashon Hara? This episode delves into the spiritual implications of how we sp...
Abortion and the Fight for Hashem’s Honor 11.03.2025 1:46
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi discusses the deep spiritual implications of abortion and how it challenges the honor of Hashem. He explains why these next three weeks are a time for reflection, focusing on Hashem’s presence in the world and praying for the return of His glory. What can we do to strengthen our connection and show true reverence? Tune in to hear how our tefillot can make a difference. Website:...
The Power and Peril of Audacity in Judaism 10.03.2025 3:03
Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi explores the consequences of audacity against Hashem, drawing from Torah sources and the Gemara. He explains how a lack of shame and open defiance led to destruction in the past and warns against repeating the same mistakes. When boldness is misused to go against Hashem, it can lead to Gehenna. Listen now to understand the deeper meaning behind standing for or against Has...
Beyond Wealth, Beyond Limits 07.03.2025 2:05
What does it mean to think big? Many people strive for wealth, power, and control, but even billions of dollars are still small standards. In this episode, Rabbi Yaakov Rahimi challenges us to shift our mindset beyond material success. True greatness comes from connecting to Hashem, seeking spiritual growth, and realizing that this world is just the beginning. Don’t limit yourself—expand your visi...
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