Hosted by Rabbi Binyomin Bitton

Tzfunot

Making in-depth Torah study accessible, engaging, relevant, and geshmak. Insights from the Talmud, Rogatchover, and the Lubavitcher Rebbe. Available in English • Hebrew • FrenchFeedback: info@tzfunot.comSponsorship opportunities: chabadcitycentre.com/tzfunot

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May 26, 2026

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Episodes

‘Leshitatei’ Methodology | Episode 5: The Quintessential Logic 29.12.2025

This series will explore the Talmudic methodology of ‘Leshitatei’ — a unique method of study, commonly found in the Talmud and its commentaries. Specifically, we will discover the novel approach to ‘Leshitatei’ as introduced in the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. In this episode we will present a "taste" of the ‘Leshitatei’ methodology. We will explore the unified theory that runs th...

‘Leshitatei’ Methodology | Episode 4: Rabbi Yehudah and Rabbi Shimon 29.12.2025

This series will explore the Talmudic methodology of ‘Leshitatei’ — a unique method of study, commonly found in the Talmud and its commentaries. Specifically, we will discover the novel approach to ‘Leshitatei’ as introduced in the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. In this episode we will present a "taste" of the ‘Leshitatei’ methodology. We will begin by exploring three Talmudic argum...

‘Leshitatei’ Methodology | Episode 3: The Rogatchover and the Unified Theory 29.12.2025

This series will explore the Talmudic methodology of ‘Leshitatei’ — a unique method of study, commonly found in the Talmud and its commentaries. Specifically, we will discover the novel approach to ‘Leshitatei’ as introduced in the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. In this episode we will explore the Rogatchover's unique and profound method of Torah study, and how the Rebbe applied it to the...

‘Leshitatei’ Methodology | Episode 2: The Rebbe's Novel Method 28.12.2025

This series will explore the Talmudic methodology of ‘Leshitatei’ — a unique method of study, commonly found in the Talmud and its commentaries. Specifically, we will discover the novel approach to ‘Leshitatei’ as introduced in the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. In this episode we will explore the second approach to ‘Leshitatei’ — the novel method as introduced by the Rebbe.

‘Leshitatei’ Methodology | Episode 1: The Typical Method 28.12.2025

This series will explore the Talmudic methodology of ‘Leshitatei’ — a unique method of study, commonly found in the Talmud and its commentaries. Specifically, we will discover the novel approach to ‘Leshitatei’ as introduced in the teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe. In this episode we will explore the first approach to ‘Leshitatei’ — the typical method commonly used by Talmudic scholars.

תורה אחת: נגלה וחסידות 09.12.2025

מגוון סוגיות בנגלה דתורה, שרובן מיוסדות על חידושי הגאון הרוגצ׳ובי, מבוארות ומוטעמות לאור הפירוש הפנימי והחסידי במשנת הרבי. מתוך שיעור שנמסר (בלה״ק) בישיבת תומכי תמימים ליובאוויטש, ברינוא צרפת. מוגש לרגל י״ט כסלו, ראש השנה לחסידות.

Lulav in Sukkah: Hiddur in Sukkah or in Lulav? 05.10.2025

Analyzing the Rebbe’s chakira if shaking the Lulav in the Sukkah is a detail & hiddur in the mitzvah of Sukkah or in the mitzvah of Lulav, and its ramification in the situation when one is exempt from Sukkah.

A Correction in Rambam: “Hashira” or “Hashira Hazos”? 28.09.2025

A Correction in Rambam: “Hashira” or “Hashira Hazos”? The Lubavitcher Rebbe, the Rogatchover and the Shaagas Aryeh on the Source for the Mitzvah of Writing a Sefer Torah.

The Hakhel Sefer Torah: Moshe’s or the Melech’s? 21.09.2025

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the identity of the Sefer Torah used for Hakhel, whether it was the Sefer Torah written by Moshe Rabbenu placed in the Aron Hakodesh, or the personal Sefer Torah of the King.

The Mitzvah of Shofar: Sounding or Hearing? 15.09.2025

This episode will analyze the two approaches to the definition of the mitzvah of Shofar, their reasonings, and several practical ramifications that evolve thereof.

The Bikkurim and the Basket - Part 2 08.09.2025

Is the basket just to bring the Bikkurim or does it become part of the Bikkurim themselves? Four ways to define the relation between the basket and the Bikkurim, and its ramifications in the gifting of baskets to the Kohanim. Part 2: The Nafka Minos לקוטי שיחות, חלק כט, תבוא א

The Bikkurim and the Basket - Part 1 08.09.2025

Is the basket just to bring the Bikkurim or does it become part of the Bikkurim themselves? Four ways to define the relation between the basket and the Bikkurim, and its ramifications in the gifting of baskets to the Kohanim. Part 1: The Four Shitos לקוטי שיחות, חלק כט, תבוא א

Rogatchover on Ma’akeh: Bais Hamikdash vs. Shuls | Episode 6 31.08.2025

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the mitzvah of building a ma’akeh on the roof of a house, and the difference between the Bais Hamikdash, which requires a ma’akeh, and a shul, which is exempt.

Rogatchover on Ma’akeh: Bais Hamikdash vs. Shuls | Episode 5 31.08.2025

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the mitzvah of building a ma’akeh on the roof of a house, and the difference between the Bais Hamikdash, which requires a ma’akeh, and a shul, which is exempt.

Rogatchover on Ma’akeh: Bais Hamikdash vs. Shuls | Episode 4 31.08.2025

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the mitzvah of building a ma’akeh on the roof of a house, and the difference between the Bais Hamikdash, which requires a ma’akeh, and a shul, which is exempt.

Rogatchover on Ma’akeh: Bais Hamikdash vs. Shuls | Episode 3 31.08.2025

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the mitzvah of building a ma’akeh on the roof of a house, and the difference between the Bais Hamikdash, which requires a ma’akeh, and a shul, which is exempt.

Rogatchover on Ma’akeh: Bais Hamikdash vs. Shuls | Episode 2 31.08.2025

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the mitzvah of building a ma’akeh on the roof of a house, and the difference between the Bais Hamikdash, which requires a ma’akeh, and a shul, which is exempt.

Rogatchover on Ma’akeh: Bais Hamikdash vs. Shuls | Episode 1 31.08.2025

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the mitzvah of building a ma’akeh on the roof of a house, and the difference between the Bais Hamikdash, which requires a ma’akeh, and a shul, which is exempt.

Yerusha: Karov or Etzem? 24.08.2025

The Rebbe and the Rogatchover on the concept of ‘yerusha’, whether it is based on family relationships or an essential connection, and its ramifications in several sugyos about yerusha. 

Should laid-off employees be given a severance pay? | Episode 4 17.08.2025

The Rebbe, the Minchas Chinuch and the Mishneh L’Melech on the definition of the mitzvah of ‘ha’anakah’ given to the freed slave, and the ramification thereof on whether it can be applied to employees being laid-off from their employment nowadays or not.

Should laid-off employees be given a severance pay? | Episode 3 17.08.2025

The Rebbe, the Minchas Chinuch and the Mishneh L’Melech on the definition of the mitzvah of ‘ha’anakah’ given to the freed slave, and the ramification thereof on whether it can be applied to employees being laid-off from their employment nowadays or not.

Should laid-off employees be given a severance pay? | Episode 2 17.08.2025

The Rebbe, the Minchas Chinuch and the Mishneh L’Melech on the definition of the mitzvah of ‘ha’anakah’ given to the freed slave, and the ramification thereof on whether it can be applied to employees being laid-off from their employment nowadays or not.

Should laid-off employees be given a severance pay? | Episode 1 17.08.2025

The Rebbe, the Minchas Chinuch and the Mishneh L’Melech on the definition of the mitzvah of ‘ha’anakah’ given to the freed slave, and the ramification thereof on whether it can be applied to employees being laid-off from their employment nowadays or not.

Rabbi Levi Yitzchak: Abaye and Rava (English) 10.08.2025

In this episode we will present Rabbi Levi Yitzchak's novel kabbalistic explanation on the leshitasei of Abaye and Rava in the talmudic arguments known as 'Yaal Kegam', and suggest a possible explanation how to apply the Kabbalisitc concept in Halachic terms. Presented in honour of the 20th of Menachem Av, the yahrtzeit of Rabbi Levi Yitzchak Schneerson, the Rebbe's father.

Tefila on Gzar Din: Before and After 03.08.2025

Deciphering the Rebbe’s footnotes on the opinions regarding canceling a decree through Tefila, before and after the gzar din, for an individual or for a community, and its ramifications regarding Moshe’s Tefila to enter Eretz Yisrael.

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