TakeTen4Torah Daily Torah Podcast

Many have the custom to learn Pirkei Avot during the weeks after Pesach and throughout the summer. Take Ten to learn why this may have been established as our summer Torah curriculum.

The reason for the symbol of Matzah that is given relates to the haste in which we left Egypt. And in that way, it represents our freedom. At the same time, we recite "Ha Lachma Anya," and declare it to be representative of affliction and slavery. Which is it? This Ten resolves this and other Matzah contradictions.

When the Hagadah mentions that we "blunt" the teeth of the wicked child, what does it actually mean? Take Ten to find out.

Many of us have the custom to engage in the ransom of the Afikoman on the seder night. Take Ten to learn the origin of this custom and why, to some, we've been doing it all wrong. 

A close look at the explanations for why we eat matzah at the Seder reveals that there are really two contradictory symbols described. Why is this so? Take Ten to find out. 

With so many options in the stores and such an extreme price difference, how do we understand the Matzah economy and which to choose? Take Ten to find out. 

Of all the halachically prohibited substances, why is Chametz treated the worst? Take Ten to find out.

How much is too much when it comes to cleaning for Pesach? This short series discusses some of the well-known controversies relating to Pesach observance and discusses the actual cleaning requirements. Take Ten to find out why it might be easier than you think! Part 3 - Where to look for Chametz? how do we "kill" Chametz? What's the difference between cleaning bedrooms and "food" rooms? And some p...

How much is too much when it comes to cleaning for Pesach? This short series discusses some of the well-known controversies relating to Pesach observance and discusses the actual cleaning requirements. Take Ten to find out why it might be easier than you think! Part 2 - What is Chametz vs. Seor? What are we actually looking for when we search our homes for Chametz?

How much is too much when it comes to cleaning for Pesach? This short series discusses some of the well-known controversies relating to Pesach observance and discusses the actual cleaning requirements. Take Ten to find out why it might be easier than you think!

  What should we be thinking about populations that have historically behaved terribly towards the Jewish people? Take Ten to find out.  This Ten is sponsored by the Lewis family in memory of Fred Lewis, Feivel Yitzchak ben Naftali David z"l  

Taanit Esther is anomalous from the other fasts we find on the Jewish calendar. How and why is this fast different than all other fast days? Take Ten to find out.  This Ten is sponsored by he Weinblatt family l'ilui nishmat Moshe ben Simcha Bunim, Maurice Belfer on his Yahrtzeit.

There is a unique type of giving that is done on Purim. Why is it so unique? Take Ten to find out. 

What are the requirements for the mitzvah of Mishloach Manot? Why is this Mitzvah connected to Purim in the first place? Take Ten to find out.    This Ten is sponsored by the Lewis family in memory of Fred Lewis,  Feivel Yitzchak ben Naftali David z"l  

This week we read the story of the original battle with Amalek. How does this battle relate to the later battle between Haman and the Jews? Take Ten to find out. 

What protocols are in place to ensure that Temple communal charitable giving is on the up and up? Take Ten to find out.  This Ten is sponsored by the Lewis family in memory of Fred Lewis,  Feivel Yitzchak ben Naftali David z"l

There is a glow that shines on our faces on Shabbat. What is the nature of this glow and how can we benefit from it? Take Ten to find out. Sponsored by the Rydzinski Family l'ilui nishmas Ita bas Yeshaya and Chana Sara a"h

On Fridays nights we have the custom to read a particular chapter from the Mishnayot of Shabbat. How did this custom develop and what are its goals? Take Ten to find out.   This Ten is sponsored by the Lewis family in memory of Fred Lewis,  Feivel Yitzchak ben Naftali David z"l  

As we begin our day, we are taught that there are six things to always keep at the forefront of our minds. What are they? Take Ten to find out.  Sponsored by the Braunstein and Katz families in memory of Ben Dweck, Tofik Ben Zion HaKohen ben Yaacov vs Jemila z"l.

When Moshe descended from the mountain with the second set of Luchot, he is described as being aglow. Take Ten to learn the reason for this glow and the various ways it has been misunderstood throughout history.

When there are two months of Adar, the holiday of Purim is observed in the second month, while the 14th and 15th days of the first Adar are known as Purim Katan. What is the nature of that "small" Purim? What are its laws? Take Ten to find out.  This Ten is sponsored by the Lewis family in memory of Fred Lewis,  Feivel Yitzchak ben Naftali David z"l

The Torah repeats the prohibition of "Don't cook a kid in its mother's milk" three separate times. Why the redundancy? Take Ten to find out. 

Our Parsha teaches of the daily Korban brought in the Beit Hamikdash. What are the challenges and opportunities of such consistency? Take Ten to find out.  This Ten is sponsored by Shaina Slonim in memory of Yechiel Chaim ben Avraham z"l.

Take Ten for a look at the modern day "Mikdash" that exists in every community and how its construction is of great symbolic and financial importance.  Today's Ten is sponsored by the Brownstein family in memory of Florence Brownstein a"h, Feiga bas Moshe. 

We are taught not only to learn, but of the importance of reviewing our learning. Why the emphasis on review? Take Ten to find out.  This Ten is sponsored by the Lewis family in memory of Fred Lewis, Feivel Yitzchak ben Naftali David z"l